What Kieran Tierney told Mikel Arteta before his final Arsenal appearance has just come true

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Arsenal snatched a late winner to sign off their season with three points.

Martin Odegaard’s late strike past former teammate Aaron Ramsdale was enough to secure a 2-1 victory over Southampton and cement second place in the Premier League.

Arsenal fans were impressed with Ethan Nwaneri’s performance as he took up a more central role in the match and showed his quality in tight spaces.

Raheem Sterling struggled once again in what was likely to be his final game in an Arsenal shirt whilst Kieran Tierney was on the score sheet and Mikel Arteta has revealed what the defender said to him before the game.

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Mikel Arteta reveals what Kieran Tierney said to him before his final Arsenal appearance

Speaking at his post-match press conference after Arsenal’s victory at Southampton, Arteta has revealed what Tierney said to him ahead of the clash.

Arteta stated: “He said it yesterday, I am going to score on my final game and he’s done it.”

Fans were delighted for Tierney after his sweeping finish opened the scoring during a cagey first half display from the Gunners.

Tierney is expected to join Celtic this summer after six years in North London and the fact he played centre back in his farewell match sums up the commitment and tremendous attitude he has always shown.

Kieran Tierney match statistics v Southampton

The Scottish defender’s final appearance for the Gunners typified his desire and full-blooded approach to his career at Arsenal.

Playing alongside Jakub Kiwior at the heart of the Arsenal defence, Tierney was composed on the ball and snuffed out any danger with ease.

He now embarks on a new adventure back at his old club Celtic and could even face Arsenal in the Champions League next campaign.

Tierney leaves with the well wishes of every Arsenal supporter and will always be welcomed back at the Emirates Stadium with open arms.