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| Olivier Giroud hailed Mesut Ozil after he set up the Frenchman's opening goal |
OLIVIER GIROUD praised his Arsenal team-mate Mesut Ozil for the "fantastic ball" which set up the Frenchman's opener in the Gunners 2-1 victory over Everton on Saturday.
The German midfielder provided a sublime assist for Giroud to head home beyond the helpless Tim Howard in Everton's goal.
Laurent Koscielny doubled the Gunners lead just two minutes later before Ross Barkley pulled a goal back for the Toffees with a deflected strike.
The victory moved Arsenal to the top of the table briefly, as Manchester City returned to the summit after their goalless draw with Manchester United on Sunday.
Despite being knocked off top spot, Giroud was pleased with the performance and heaped praise on the former Real Madrid star Ozil.
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| Mesut Ozil now has 93 assists since August 2008 |
"It's a few weeks since I've started a game, with the national team," he told Arsenal's Final Whistle. 'It was really important for me to come back.
"We have a different profile with Theo, and he was doing well at the beginning of the season. I try to bring what I know I can do well for the team so I'm pleased with the header.
"It was a fantastic ball from Mesut. We have a good understanding on the pitch and I'm pleased for the team because we have given a really great performance with [plenty of] dedication and commitment.
"It was not so easy because we were tired after this strong week. Everton are always a tough team to play and that's why we are tired but pleased tonight."
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