Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang admits he was 'dying a little bit' as he returned to action after suffering from malaria.
The Gabon international started in the 2-0 win over Newcastle United on Sunday, scoring in the second-half before being substituted after 78 minutes.
He told Sky Sports: "When you are out for a few weeks you realise how good it is to be back on the pitch and scoring a goal. It was a great goal [from Mohamed Elneny]. I am happy for him because he is a great guy.
"The last five minutes I was dying a little bit but to tell the truth I felt good for most of the game and I was happy with that.
"The doctors did incredible work with me and I am really pleased with them and have to say thank you to them.
"It was really important to take some confidence as we know Thursday we will need everybody to be ready. Hopefully we can go through."
