The England teenager was handed his first start for the Gunners
in today's 3-0 victory over Watford at the Emirates Stadium.
Although he did not get on the scoresheet, the 17-year-old was a
constant threat from wide positions and looked to get on the ball
as often as possible.
Walcott more than played his part in the comprehensive victory,
before being substituted for the closing stages.
Wenger explained: 'He gives the feeling he can be decisive and make
a difference.
'He is not a real midfielder, I played him in a 4-4-2 on the flanks
because he is more of a striker - but you could see that if you
give him a good ball, you can never catch him.
'Theo also gave some good balls through the lines. For a
17-year-old, he has done very well.
'We want him to be more involved in the build-up, but his strength
is to be on the end of things.'
'Today, I chose 4-4-2 because I did not want them to kick too many
long balls, and as well because Adebayor could deal well and win
balls in the air.'
As to whether he would adopt England's ill-fated three-man defence,
Wenger diplomatically noted: 'I think we will be faithful to a back
four.'
