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‘The consummate professional’ – Loads of Everton fans respond to unsung hero v. Arsenal

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Toffees supporters have been hitting reply in their droves after Idrissa Gana Gueye shared his thoughts on the Arsenal win, having almost snuck under the radar.

The headlines were certainly grabbed by Phil Jagielka, after the 36-year-old was ushered into the starting XI at the last minute, only to go on and score the winner.

Richarlison and Gylfi Sigurdsson’s efforts on Sunday were also front and centre throughout, as the Brazilian enjoyed hoards of space on the right-flank when up against either Sead Kolasinac or Nacho Monreal.

Our Icelandic creator could have decided the game on multiple occasions, too, but his seven shots only hit the target twice.

The win would have barely been on the cards without Gueye’s involvement, as the 29-year-old recorded four successful tackles, two interceptions, and three clearances, along with winning each of his three aerial duels.

Given he nearly left Merseyside for Paris in January, this was a performance to once and for all get the fanbase fully back on his side.

And when he tweeted after the win “a great performance from the team and three points at home = Happy Sunday”, this is what some supporters had to say…

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