Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Anyone got a picture of Steffen Freund's face after the final whistle?
Anyone got a picture of Steffen Freund's face after the final whistle?
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EPL | Manchester United vs Arsenal | 10/11/13 | 4:10 PM
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Relax, you're getting ahead of yourself and its only been three games. Time will be the true test of their squad not a 1-0 loss to us.
I just hope we concentrate on getting some business done.
scytheavatar said:
Relax, you're getting ahead of yourself and its only been three games. Time will be the true test of their squad not a 1-0 loss to us.
I just hope we concentrate on getting some business done.
Irish_Owen
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
I know it is petty and means **** all, but I'm genuinely furious that Koscielny didn't get man of the match.
That performance will probably now be overlooked by the masses, which is real shame, given that it was one of his best displays in an Arsenal shirt. Mertersacker was absolutely excellent today, and Koscielny was literally outstanding.
I know it is petty and means **** all, but I'm genuinely furious that Koscielny didn't get man of the match.
That performance will probably now be overlooked by the masses, which is real shame, given that it was one of his best displays in an Arsenal shirt. Mertersacker was absolutely excellent today, and Koscielny was literally outstanding.
Country: Australia
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Like to wish Capoue a speedy recovery , double fracture poor guy .
Like to wish Capoue a speedy recovery , double fracture poor guy .
fabo
6.51 / 10
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Expected win, the performance wasn't very good but we were resilient and worked hard.
Expected win, the performance wasn't very good but we were resilient and worked hard.
fabo
6.51 / 10
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Yep, I'd say Koscielny was MOTM for me. None of the mids or attackers were that great.
Irish_Owen said:
Yep, I'd say Koscielny was MOTM for me. None of the mids or attackers were that great.
outlaw_member
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
This is exactly how we should be performing. Sitting deep, tight in midfield and counter-attacking. The team is crying for some speed and quality in the front line, though. It's half a great team, and it's up to Wenger to add the missing pieces. I tell you one thing, he's half-right that there aren't many players better than what we have. I'm guessing 80% of them are unavailable to us anyway, leaving only a small pool. A pool in which he clearly is failing, though.
The defence has been remarkable for quite some time, ever since we adopted a more conservative approach. We've always been the offensive side amongst the big teams, but now we're arguably the most defensive which I think will suit us in the big games. It's interesting that Wenger has sacrificed an ideal of his in that regard, although I think Mertesacker and Bould have forced his hand somewhat since they arrived.
I expect us to be on the backfoot against most good teams now, but with two top quality attackers, we can reclaim our lethal counter-attack. We have so many opportunities on the break, and Podolski and Oxlade are really missing out.
This is exactly how we should be performing. Sitting deep, tight in midfield and counter-attacking. The team is crying for some speed and quality in the front line, though. It's half a great team, and it's up to Wenger to add the missing pieces. I tell you one thing, he's half-right that there aren't many players better than what we have. I'm guessing 80% of them are unavailable to us anyway, leaving only a small pool. A pool in which he clearly is failing, though.
The defence has been remarkable for quite some time, ever since we adopted a more conservative approach. We've always been the offensive side amongst the big teams, but now we're arguably the most defensive which I think will suit us in the big games. It's interesting that Wenger has sacrificed an ideal of his in that regard, although I think Mertesacker and Bould have forced his hand somewhat since they arrived.
I expect us to be on the backfoot against most good teams now, but with two top quality attackers, we can reclaim our lethal counter-attack. We have so many opportunities on the break, and Podolski and Oxlade are really missing out.
silent_shadow
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Per was our best defender
Started the goal.
Per was our best defender
Started the goal.
Jury
A-M's drunk uncle
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Too many misplaced passes from all our midfielders to give it to any of them. Rosicky was best of them, for me.
Kos had a quiet one, which usually says he went about his business in a cool manner and positioned himself well. In a match like that, it's priceless. Ches done great too.
Too many misplaced passes from all our midfielders to give it to any of them. Rosicky was best of them, for me.
Kos had a quiet one, which usually says he went about his business in a cool manner and positioned himself well. In a match like that, it's priceless. Ches done great too.
burnsjed
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
The possession stat of Arsenal 43 Tottenham 57 was interesting.
When was the last time we had such low possession, especially at home (excluding any game against Barca!!)
The possession stat of Arsenal 43 Tottenham 57 was interesting.
When was the last time we had such low possession, especially at home (excluding any game against Barca!!)
fabo
6.51 / 10
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Attack needs a revamp, agreed. Major lack of pace in those areas, bar Theo. Another midfielder is needed too as Jack just can't be relied upon(I know he was ill but it's always something).
CM, wide player and another ST should get us through the season.
Attack needs a revamp, agreed. Major lack of pace in those areas, bar Theo. Another midfielder is needed too as Jack just can't be relied upon(I know he was ill but it's always something).
CM, wide player and another ST should get us through the season.
GOONER1991
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
If there's one thing that I really liked today, it was Wenger working the team tactically. Telling Sagna where to be. Pulling Flamini over to the touchline several times to tell him what he wants him to do.
I really liked that.
If there's one thing that I really liked today, it was Wenger working the team tactically. Telling Sagna where to be. Pulling Flamini over to the touchline several times to tell him what he wants him to do.
I really liked that.
fabo
6.51 / 10
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Flamini's gonna be sent off a few times this year. He's mediocre on the ball but did give us some assurance in that area, constantly talking and chasing people.
Flamini's gonna be sent off a few times this year. He's mediocre on the ball but did give us some assurance in that area, constantly talking and chasing people.
Mastadon
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Was surprisingly delighted to see Flamini in an Arsenal jersey brought back memories of 06 and 08. Santi is a f**king fantastic footballer Sp**s have nobody near that level absolutely brilliant player. Ramsey bossed the midfield again he's had a superb start to the season. Overall great result now its up to Wenger to deliver tomorrow.
Was surprisingly delighted to see Flamini in an Arsenal jersey brought back memories of 06 and 08. Santi is a f**king fantastic footballer Sp**s have nobody near that level absolutely brilliant player. Ramsey bossed the midfield again he's had a superb start to the season. Overall great result now its up to Wenger to deliver tomorrow.
Godwin1
Very well-known
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Probably their main weakness last season is they lacked a creative midfielder, Im pretty surprised AVB hasn't really gone for one this summer.
Buhry said:
Probably their main weakness last season is they lacked a creative midfielder, Im pretty surprised AVB hasn't really gone for one this summer.
Cruisio
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
They have, his names Eriksen
Godwin1 said:
They have, his names Eriksen
Godwin1
Very well-known
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
Frig me mate I was wracking my brains sure they did sign a AM but just couldnt remember
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Frig me mate I was wracking my brains sure they did sign a AM but just couldnt remember
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goonerwarsh
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Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
In truth, I haven't seen one great team yet this season. It's all very workmanlike and not a lot of quality from anyone at the moment.
Brilliant result for us today, strange that when things are looking dodgy for Wenger a Sp**s result helps him out and buys him some time. Well until midnight tomorrow. :wink:
Really chuffed for the team, they're worked really hard these past couple of weeks, and ground that out today. Lovely stuff.
North London is always Red
TheGlitch said:
In truth, I haven't seen one great team yet this season. It's all very workmanlike and not a lot of quality from anyone at the moment.
Brilliant result for us today, strange that when things are looking dodgy for Wenger a Sp**s result helps him out and buys him some time. Well until midnight tomorrow. :wink:
Really chuffed for the team, they're worked really hard these past couple of weeks, and ground that out today. Lovely stuff.
North London is always Red
Jury
A-M's drunk uncle
Re: EPL | Arsenal vs Tottenham | 01/09/13 | 16:00
I'm not. They were totally dominated by Man Utd in that second half. I'd be more worried about Sp**s based on how they performed in our back yard and had 57% possession.
TheGlitch said:
I'm not. They were totally dominated by Man Utd in that second half. I'd be more worried about Sp**s based on how they performed in our back yard and had 57% possession.
