Few Things Arsenal Fans Learned against Manchester United
Arsene Wenger and his men were beaten for the fifth time in this season along with emancipating their smother grip on first place as Sir Alex Ferguson’s team triumphed against the Gunners at Old Trafford by one goal last Monday.
Without a doubt, it was the most anticipated match of this season. However, the classic encounter between Arsenal and Manchester United was short of its usual ecstasy and one-touch enthusiasm, with both sides failed to impress
a lot in this match.
But it was Manchester United who dominated the game and in truth deserved the crucial three points.
The Gunners were lacklustre, slow and continued their unpredictable form throughout the season, failing to capitalize on chances to steam away at the top of the table.
Manchester’s tenacious midfield defending and smart controlling ball play enabled Sir Alex Ferguson’s team to dominate possession and defend strongly.
Granted the home ground advantage played a role in United's form but does it show that the Gunners just don't have what it takes to conquer the English Premier League?
Here are few things which Arsenal fans learned from the match against Manchester United.
Wojciech Szczesny Is Ready For First Team Football
The main talking point before the start of the game was Arsenal’s in-form goalkeeper, Lukasz Fabianski, being ruled out of the game due to injury.
The 25-year-old goalie of Arsenal suffered a leg injury against Partizan Belgrade and was forced to endure a demotion to the bench against Manchester United. The injury to Lukasz Fabianski forced Arsenal third choice keeper, Wojciech Szczensy to step up
and play his first ever Barclays Premier League match.
The young Polish goalie, who has repeatedly expressed his frustration over dearth of opportunities at the Emirates, started the match poised and triumphant. It exhibited in his game as Wojciech Szczensy made a number of extraordinary saves.
When the goal was conceded there was little Wojciech could do to prevent the improvise header from Park Ji-Sung, which was also the only goal of the match.
The young Polish keeper continued his impressive debut by denying Manchester United’s in-form midfielder, Anderson inside the penalty box. Moreover, Wojciech also made some prolific saves, and kept Arsenal in contest.
Arsenal manager holds the youngster in the highest regard and considers him as the future Arsenal number one.
Now that the Polish shot stopper has played in English top flight, and handled it with relative ease, against the best side in Europe, the 20-year-old will want first team playing time.
Laurent Koscienly Is Slowly Becoming A Strong Defender
Wenger's marquee signing of this season was little known France international centre-half Laurent Koscienly.
Arsenal Wenger signed Laurent Koscienly from Lorient FC for £8.45 million during the summers. Arsenal faithful were sceptical over the ability of the unknown defender, who two seasons prior had been lavishing in the second division of France football.
It has been an uneven start for the 25-year-old French centre back, who has underwent some untiring injuries but finally he is starting to show signs of his proficiencies and why Arsenal manager regards the defender so greatly. Laurent splendidly controlled
Manchester United’s talismanic striker, Wayne Rooney during the most parts of the game
The Frenchman boasted good strength and control alongside making a number of vital interceptions.
If the Frenchman can stay fit and maintain consistency, he can be Arsenal number one defender in near future.
Bacary Sagna's Crossing Is Letting the Arsenal Attack Down
Arsenal manager has always incorporated attacking wing backs into his style of play.
(To be Continued in Part 2)
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