Sunderland boss Steve Bruce paid tribute to Robin van Persie after his two goals handed Arsenal victory yesterday.
Van Persie proved the difference on the day.
Bruce lamented: "It's just a shame that [Robin] Van Persie, a world-class player, came up with piece of magic at the end. He is worth the entrance fee alone.
"If I'm critical we gave too many free kicks away on the edge of the box, but otherwise I can't fault the players."