Arsenal will have a lead to defend then they travel to Italy next week after they beat Udinese in the first leg of their Champions League playoff.
Theo Walcott scored after just three minutes when he finished off a delightful cross from Aaron Ramsay but Arsenal were unable to dominate as their opponents grew into the game. Antonio Di Natale was a thorn in their side all match but despite ceding much possession the Gunners held on and could even have added to their lead when Theo Walcott drew a magnificent save out of Samir Handanovic in injury time.
1-0 (Walcott)
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