Southampton 1-1 Arsenal: Three key players

By Marc Walker | Dec 11, 2017

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 10: Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg of Southampton and Mesut Ozil of Arsenal battle for the ball during the Premier League match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium on December 9, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) /

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BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 03: Fraser Forster of Southampton during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Southampton at Vitality Stadium on December 3, 2017 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) /

There were a number of important performances from Southampton players in their 1-1 draw with Arsenal on Sunday despite them letting their lead slip late on.

Charlie Austin put Saints ahead clinically after three minutes with his fourth goal in three starts, and the home side could have extended their lead before half-time.

However, they were left to rue missed opportunities when Arsenal substitute Olivier Giroud headed home with two minutes left on the clock.

Despite the late disappointment, it was a committed performance from the Saints and they almost carried out their clever game plan well. Encouraging signs have come from their recent matches and manager Mauricio Pellegrino is beginning to implement his tactical knowledge positively.

Here are three key Saints players from the match: