A win for Arsenal then, and a moment of respite for Arsene Wenger. As two season-defining fixtures approach against two very different clubs -- Bayern Munich in the Champions League and non-league Sutton United in the FA Cup -- Saturday's 2-0 victory over Hull City was the bare minimum of expectations.
And the bare minimum is what Arsenal provided. Alexis Sanchez's controversial opening goal and injury time penalty provided only so much solace after a game that was always in the balance. The uncertainty at the Emirates continues.
Indeed, the future is even more uncertain after remarks made by club legend Ian Wright on BBC radio on Friday.