Other than potentially getting a win, Hector Bellerin arguably could not have scripted a better game for his comeback from injury.

The Spain international made his return from a severe knee injury earlier in the season, but has been ruled out of numerous games since due to niggling troubles. And to be thrown right into the deep end against Chelsea away from home on Tuesday night, Mikel Arteta certainly didn't hand him an easy start.

But in a truly awe-inspiring display, the Gunners full-back helped his side register a 2-2 draw, despite them being down to ten men for more than an hour after David Luiz's sending off. Wearing the captain's armband in place of the suspended Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Bellerin showed his leadership skills with a performance rooted in hard work and commitment.

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As per Sofascore, he made two tackles, two interceptions and two clearances, whilst also winning four ground duels too. The Spaniard was coming up against Willian, a winger who had scored five times this season, and could so easily have found the game too hot to handle. Instead, the Brazilian barely had a sniff before Frank Lampard hauled him off with just over ten minutes to go, registering just one shot on goal, and completing only one of his four attempted dribbles.

But whilst his defending was astute and composed, Bellerin made his most telling contribution at the other end of the pitch. With his side having just gone 2-1 down thanks to a goal from Cesar Azpilicueta, the 24-year-old cut back onto his left foot, and bent one into the far corner and past the Chelsea goalkeeper. The strike sparked understandable jubilation from both the Arsenal players and fans, but there's no doubting it was the Arsenal right-back who enjoyed it the most.

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Having been thrust into the starting line-up, there may have been concerns over rustiness, and even whether he could get back to his old self. Not only does it take months and months for cruciate injuries to fully heal, but it can also have a psychological impact too - players potentially thinking twice before sprinting, or putting their foot in for a challenge.

But in a period of 90 minutes, Bellerin cleared any doubts, and under-lined why he could be a vital piece for Arteta. A natural full-back, he also brings leadership as someone who has been at the club for a number of years.

The Gunners head coach saw first-hand on Tuesday just how important his Spanish compatriot can be.

Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta has dropped a major hint about where this starlet's future lies in the side.