Joshua Kimmich put the German outfit ahead shortly after the hour mark and, despite the Gunners’ best efforts, they couldn’t find an equaliser at the Allianz Arena. However, Arsenal could have taken the tie to extra time had Rice or Trossard not squandered a set-piece.
In the dying embers of the clash, Mikel Arteta’s side won a free-kick in a dangerous position. Instead of delivering the ball into the box, the north Londoners played it short – which left McCoist absolutely dumbfounded.
Speaking on TNT Sports, the former Rangers striker said: “I can’t believe that.
“I mean I cannot believe that from Arsenal, Adam [Summerton]. I mean, you play it wide to Trossard, fine. But you have to get the ball into the box, once you put your big lads up, get it in. If Declan Rice doesn’t put it in first time. Okay, he gives it to Trossard. He has to put it in. That effectively could be the last opportunity.”
