Stoke defeat concerns Wenger

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Date	Time	C	Opponent	F	A	R	S
01 Nov	3:00 PM	P	Stoke City (A)	1	2	Lost

Manager Arsène Wenger has revealed that the biggest concern from his team's defeat to Stoke City was that they didn't create alot of scoring chances.

Wenger said: "My biggest worry is that we did not create a lot. We are not used to playing without creating chances and that is very frustrating.

"They scored on two throws and I know you never want that. But we could not express our strong side in the game, which is to create chances and get them out of position.

"I don't approve or disapprove [of Stoke's tactics]. They played the game they wanted and they played it very well. At the end of the day, they could express their strong points and we could not.

"We have to rotate. Unlike Stoke we play in between [Premier League matches] and the games in the Champions League are very demanding. You cannot play with the same side.

"You can maybe if you play once per month but not three times a week so you rotate. We did play the taller players but the wind is quite strong in the stadium, it is open on one side.

"That makes our game a little more difficult."

The Frenchman also says that the tough week ahead, starting with Fenerbahce tomorrow, would be good to help focus the minds of his young charges.

The Gunners then face Manchester United on Saturday.

Wenger added: "We have a Champions League game on Wednesday and then Manchester United on Saturday lunchtime.

"There are no better games in which to come back, give confidence and show our quality."

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alfie china

Posted on 5 Nov, 2008 at 04:19 AM - Reply

more excuses, too many players are not good enough, if Wenger cant see weaknesses and act , he should go.We want trophys,not plaudits

HH

Posted on 5 Nov, 2008 at 02:33 AM - Reply

For those who are still optimistic, what happens if we lose again on Saturday? We defend Arsene again and give ourselves more excuses? Somethings had gone utterly wrong in this club and it's time we accept that.

Manniq,kenya.

Posted on 4 Nov, 2008 at 06:30 PM - Reply

That's the price u pay Mr Wenger after ignored our opinion 2 month ago of buying expirienced players.. U never listen 2 anyone bt urself. Everyone knew very well tht there will be a big tasks ahead of us but you said u have enough players now why complain?

Toju Apo

Posted on 4 Nov, 2008 at 05:44 PM - Reply

Sure...blame the wind

ShifuArsenal

Posted on 4 Nov, 2008 at 01:56 PM - Reply

If thats Wenger excuse perhaps he needs to rotate the whole team.
I can understand resting players who aren't 100% fit but the season as just started. How is the team meant to find consistency if you are being chopped and changed all the time.
Isn't this something that Liverpool tried failed?
Bow that Liverpool are putting out a more consistent team they are getting consistant results.

maya

Posted on 4 Nov, 2008 at 11:03 AM - Reply

Yes, you should concern that Wenger. You should really concern that. Its only November and we already lose 3 times and all of them are not even UEFA Cup contender.

Now, what goes wrong at Stoke. First, Stoke is known for scoring from throw in set piece yet we don't do anything to prevent that. The first goal is so much a joke. Second, how in the hell we play Diaby, Fabregas, Song and Denilson in midfield? Have you gone too old Wenger?

lalone

Posted on 4 Nov, 2008 at 09:15 AM - Reply

Not good enough!!!

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