Arteta was thankful for his namesake, Mikel Merino, as the emergency striker delivered the goods late on for Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta reflected on Arsenal’s vital win over Leicester City, praising Ethan Nwaneri, defending Raheem Sterling, and explaining Mikel Merino’s unexpected heroics.As the Gunners closed the

Report and free match highlights as Arsenal secure 2-0 win against Leicester City away from home; Mikel Merino climbs off the bench and nets quickfire double while operating as a makeshift forward; Arsenal close the gap to four points on leaders Liverpool;