Howard , to his credit , made three smart saves in first 15 minutes after the re-start to keep Arsenal at bay .
Arsene Wenger 's side remained on top and Giroud hitt the bar with just over 20 minutes left .
Howard , to his credit , made three smart saves in first 15 minutes after the re-start to keep Arsenal at bay , but Arsene Wenger 's side remained on top and Giroud hitt the bar with just over 20 minutes left .