Bate vs Arsenal: Theo Walcott was disappointing despite scoring two goals, says Martin Keown
That is according to Arsenal legend and BT Sport pundit Martin Keown.
The Gunners overcame Belarusian champions Bate 4-2 thanks to goals from Walcott, Rob Holding and Olivier Giroud.
Walcott was handed a rare start by Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger, something he has not done in the Premier League so far this season.
He latched onto a fine Jack Wilshere cross for his first goal before a mistake from Bate goalkeeper Denis Scherbitski handed him his second.
Bit disappointed a little but with Theo Walcott if I’m honest
Martin Keown on Arsenal star Theo Walcott
Keown was pleased to see Wilshere get through a full 90 minutes.
But he says Wenger will not be happy with some of the decisions Walcott made tonight.
“Some good minutes I think for Jack Wilshere, who is a great driving force for Arsenal,” Keown said.
“He has something a little bit extra in the locker.
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Bate vs Arsenal: Arsene Wenger won't be happy with Theo Walcott, says Keown
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“Bit disappointed a little but with Theo Walcott if I’m honest.
“Some of the decision making in the final third which Arsene Wenger won’t be entirely happy with.
“But all in all it’s a good night for Arsenal.”
Arsenal are back in action against Brighton in the Premier League on Sunday (12pm).
