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Since taking charge of Arsenal in 2019 there has been no doubt over Mikel Arteta's commitment to the cause.

The Spaniard usually cuts an animated figure on the sidelines as he barks instructions at his players and almost edges himself over the white line.

Arteta has several trusted assistants who feed information to him throughout matches, but he took a more traditional approach on Sunday afternoon as the Gunners attempted to cancel out their plucky opponents.

Armed with a tiny notepad and pen, the Arsenal manager was seen scribbling down what appeared to be tactical reminders as his inexperienced team conceded a number of chances to Watford.

Those notes evidently worked as his team went on to win 3-2 in a match which showcased Arsenal's exciting attack and equally worrying defensive deficiencies.

All the talk on social media before and during the game was about Arsenal's choice of kit for the encounter at Vicarage Road.

The Gunners opted to wear red shorts for the match, having only done so just twice in the last 45 years with the last time coming during a 1-1 draw with West Brom back in December 2017.

Premier League rules state: "When playing in league matches the players of each participating club shall wear a