It was a surprise to most supporters to see Takehiro Tomiyasu lining up on the left flank against Leeds United. In fact, when the line-up was announced, most supporters believed that it would be Cedric Soares moving over to the left-hand side.
However, it became clear that Mikel Arteta had analysed who in the Leeds United team would offer the greatest amount of threat to Arsenal. The Brazilian Raphinha has already been linked with clubs such as Barcelona and PSG who will wait to pounce on the winger should Leeds go down. Maybe even if they survive too.
Therefore, Cedric was given the task with Rob Holding to deal with Jack Harrison. Tomiyasu managed to keep Raphinha quiet throughout. He rarely allowed him space of time to cut inside and work his magic, with the Leeds winger subbed on the hour mark.
