Wenger: I am highly delighted

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Date	Time	C	Opponent	F	A	R	S
16 Feb	7:45 PM	CL	Barcelona (H)	2	1	Win

Manager Arsène Wenger expressed his delight after yesterday's win over Spanish giants Barcelona.

Goals from Robin van Persie and Andrey Arshavin (and what beautiful goals they were) ensured that Arsenal will take a precious one goal advantage to the Nou Camp, but the worry will be Barcelona's away goal.

The win was even more significant, given that the referee and match officials were doing all their best to ensure we didn't win, and Barcelona were also brilliant on the night.

It's the first time Arsenal have beaten Barcelona, and we did so staying true to our game and belief in Wengerball.

Wenger said: "I am highly delighted because it was a special football match.

"The game promised a lot and absolutely fulfilled the promises between two exceptional football teams who always try to play.

"We were not only strong on the physical side but on the mental side, we kept resilient.

"We took advantage of one special piece of skill from van Persie and the goal for the second was after some good build-up play.

"It was a special night. When we suffered, the fans were still very positive.

"I am proud for Arsenal Football Club. Everyone urged us to play differently to our nature so it is good.

"I believe that it can strengthen the belief in our philosophy. We are 23 years old - our average - the average age is very, very young.

"It is very promising for the future. Our target is to keep these players together."

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