Arsenal faced Nagoya Grampus at the Toyota Stadium on Monday in what was their third match of their Asia tour.
The Gunners went into the match with a 100% record in the Far East, having crushed Indonesia XI 7-0 earlier this month before brushing aside Vietnam 7-1 last week.
Arsene Wenger's side continued their winning streak, with a hard-fought 3-1 win in Japan.
Read how it all unfolded in our live commentary below.
"He is intelligent, he loves football - it's a real passion for him - and he's very loyal. He works for and loves his club 110%".
"I believe the next five or six years will decide the course of his career as a manager. As a player he obviously proved himself as one of the best.
"He has had a good start as a coach and now it's important that his next stage is a positive one, because a career is about continuity. He has had a strong start, now he must take advantage of that. He has made a reputation as a manager, now his next decision, his next step, will be important. But I believe he has the qualities for an exceptional career. I hope he achieves it."