Arsenal star praises FC Koln after missing out on Europa League clash

Arsenal came from behind to beat FC Koln in a packed Emirates stadium on their opening Europa League group stage clash on Thursday evening.

Kolasinac and Alexis Sanchez scored in the Gunners comeback to record a 2-1 victory over the Bundesliga outfit.

Mesut Ozil did not start for Arsenal, in fact he was left out of the team.

The playmaker of Turkish origin sent a tweet out after the game congratulating Arsenal but also praising FC Koln’s performance on the night.

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Good to start with 3 points, but also respect for the performance of @fckoeln?? #COYG #UEL @Arsenal

— Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) September 14, 2017

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger rested a few first team players including record summer signing Lacazette.

In the other Group H game Red Star Belgrade ended up drawing to BATE.

The Gunners ended the first round of Europa League games in first place and take on BATE next in the Belarus.

Arsenal will face Chelsea next at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.