Showing posts with label Everton. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Everton. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Arsenal 2 - Everton 1

Arshavin 70                   Saha  24
Koscielny 75


Despite the best efforts of the match referee, Arsenal overpowered Everton scoring two goals in the second half to claim victory at the Emirates. The game was a high-energy affair with plenty of physical play. Moyes sent out his team with instruction to press and disrupt the Arsenal flow, but the home side was up to the task and responded with equal determination.


Second half substitutions included Diaby on for Song(injury), Arshavin and Bendtner on for Rosicky and Wilshire. 


Arshavin was brilliant and appears to be on the road back. His confidence on the ball producing wonderful opportunities, and his goal well-deserved. The back four handled a barrage of long balls and set pieces while coping well with the tricky Saha.


The opening goal was allowed to stand despite Saha being in an obvious offside position when the ball was struck.


Great character exhibited by the Arsenal kept everyone on the pitch and spirits high. The focus remained on equalizing, then pushing hard for the second tally. With Man U and Chelsea winning it was imperative the Gunners earn all three points. The victory, and the manner in which it was accomplished are a testament to the great spirit and determination within this Arsenal team.


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Time to Begin the Build Up

Tonight: Arsenal v Everton.


At home the Gunners should be looking to correct the course. The match against Huddersfield was a warning. Let your foot off the gas and even the least likely will do their best to catch you.


A good run is needed, with a return to form and the confidence that will bring to the squad. Barcelona is on the horizon and the next two games need to be seen as a "ramping-up" opportunity.


Good support from the fans is crucial and a solid win tonight will go long way toward improving the sometimes restrained displays of encouragement echoing through the Emirates.


We will miss Nasri, but have the personnel to cover in his absence.




Victoria Concordia Crescit