West Ham 0 - Arsenal 3

RVP 13, Walcott 41, RVP (pen) 77

Well done Arsenal. Aggressive, confident, and energetic from front to back. The Hammers may be a team in free fall but they can never be underestimated.


Despite Avram Grants troubles and the corresponding rumors of Martin "long ball, what long ball?" O'Neill's imminent arrival, the Arsenal squad were the ones playing as if they had a manager to impress. Hustling from the opening whistle the Gunners looked hungry and they dominated. Always threatening and pressing, playing like a team on a mission.


Tomorrow has Spurs hosting Man U and while a draw would be sweet, the wife would like to see Man U suffer their first loss of the season. A pin prick to the bubble bringing them down to earth. We shall see.


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Newcastle 0 Arsenal 4

Fielding a nice mix of young players, seasoned 2nd team veterans and recently rehabbed starters, the Gunners moved into the quarter-finals of the Carling Cup with a hard fought and ultimately emphatic victory over Newcastle.


Szczesny started in goal and lived up to the hype. A big physical keeper with agility, he confidently dealt with a variety of Newcastle efforts. His only slip was early in the game, charging out to confront Nile Ranger who sidestepped the challenge and sent a shot toward goal. Koscielny was in position to block the effort, epitomizing the spirit and determination of this Arsenal team.


Play was physical and Gibbs an early casualty, the frustration evident as he made his way to the dressing room. He is only a few more good displays away from forcing Arsene into a difficult decision.


Most satisfying were the performances of Walcott and Bendtner. They appear fully fit and ready to become regulars in the Arsenal first team rotation.


Wenger will be pleased that his intentions to maintain the momentum gained following wins against Shaktar Donetsk and Manchester City have been realized. This victory showcased the abundance of talent at his disposal and bodes well for the long season ahead.



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