Man-for-man marking from Arsenal's 2-1 victory at the Emirates Stadium.
Wojciech Szczesny
Little serious work to do as visitors restricted to shots from outside box. 6/10
Laurent Koscielny
Enjoying a fine second season in England and, despite being played out of position, was impressively authoritative. 7
Per Mertesacker
Has struggled to impress since move from Werder Bremen, and again susceptible to quick passing from his compatriots. 5
Thomas Vermaelen
Arsenal look stronger with the Belgian, and his strength was displayed when a tackle on him forced Bender off injured. 6
Andre Santos
Got forward to set up Van Persie for early opportunity but once again found wanting when facing his own goal. 6
Alexandre Song
Has been at heart of Arsenal's renaissance and snapped back to help out defence, as well as displaying sublime footwork to carve out Van Persie opener. 8
Mikel Arteta
Strode forward with poise and purposebut not always afforded time and space against a well-drilled Dortmund side. 6
Aaron Ramsey
Welsh international failed to make marked impact in a game that was more one for tough tackling than one-touch passing. 6
Theo Walcott
Full of pace and imagination throughout. Always alert, and provided constant stream of crosses. Flashed shot wide after break. 7
Robin van Persie
Strangely off-pace early on but quick to resume normal 2011 service after interval with a header and a tap-in. 7
Gervinho
A willing if limited option on the left flank. Unable to make significant impact and sacrificed with 16 minutes remaining. 6
Best off the bench
Yossi Benayoun Replaced Gervinho late on as hosts looked to see out the victory. 6
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