Into the Second Half of the Season of Transition
Looking at Bergie's comment on how we should be alright by taking one step backward this season if we could take two steps forward next season, it seems that the common agreement within the camp is that "This season is over. Let's try our best to qualify for CL next season"
As such, Wenger approached Man Utd game aiming for 1 point. He seemed prepared to even let go the second place, or even third place. His realistic aim was to finish fourth.
At the beginning of the season some people said that fourth place is the realistic target. I thought we were good enough to finish third behind Chelsea and Man Utd.
But never did I expect Benitez' squad to be so formidable this season, defensively.
Good job there Rafa!
Whereas Arsenal never seemed like scoring against good sides lately. Frustating it is.
But I still believe all the same that this team is capable of finishing third, let alone fourth. We are yet to face Liverpool and we still have to face Man Utd at Old Trafford. Tottenham is yet to visit Highbury. We've still got many crucial games left in the second half of the season many would like to forget.
It's time for players such as Campbell, Pires, Henry, and Ljungberg to rise up to the challenge. It's time for them to justify the 'senior' status they have earned at this club. When they do, they will in turn inspire Van Persie, Reyes, Cesc, Flamini, and Senderos to give their all.
If they have some pride for wearing the Arsenal shirt, I hope that pride is so damn hurt now that they would fight for that.
Jose Mourinho's team is all about the manager. He is the brain. He is the motivator and conductor that makes his team win. He is the discipline master that makes sure they don't slack off when they are winning.
But Arsene Wenger is different. He is like the backstage technician who makes sure his players are tuned to play to their potential. Whether they could win and keep on winning depends not on that one manager. It depends on the 11 player that he sends out. More than any other team, this is a team where teamwork plays crucial part.
They play by intuition and moments of brilliance. They are not restricted by formation and positioning. They flow like river when they click.
Will we see that Arsenal team on this second half? I don't know.
As far as transfer window is concerned, I believe Wenger needs a class holding midfielder and a centreback who is better than Sol Campbell and Senderos to partner and lead Kolo. If he has enough money for the attacking department, I would say right winger will be useful.
I will let Henry and Persie play together upfront. Reyes should continue on his good form on the left flank. Cesc or Flamini should occupy one of the midfield slot.
The defense line will be fine when Cole and Clichy return.
As such, Wenger approached Man Utd game aiming for 1 point. He seemed prepared to even let go the second place, or even third place. His realistic aim was to finish fourth.
At the beginning of the season some people said that fourth place is the realistic target. I thought we were good enough to finish third behind Chelsea and Man Utd.
But never did I expect Benitez' squad to be so formidable this season, defensively.
Good job there Rafa!
Whereas Arsenal never seemed like scoring against good sides lately. Frustating it is.
But I still believe all the same that this team is capable of finishing third, let alone fourth. We are yet to face Liverpool and we still have to face Man Utd at Old Trafford. Tottenham is yet to visit Highbury. We've still got many crucial games left in the second half of the season many would like to forget.
It's time for players such as Campbell, Pires, Henry, and Ljungberg to rise up to the challenge. It's time for them to justify the 'senior' status they have earned at this club. When they do, they will in turn inspire Van Persie, Reyes, Cesc, Flamini, and Senderos to give their all.
If they have some pride for wearing the Arsenal shirt, I hope that pride is so damn hurt now that they would fight for that.
Jose Mourinho's team is all about the manager. He is the brain. He is the motivator and conductor that makes his team win. He is the discipline master that makes sure they don't slack off when they are winning.
But Arsene Wenger is different. He is like the backstage technician who makes sure his players are tuned to play to their potential. Whether they could win and keep on winning depends not on that one manager. It depends on the 11 player that he sends out. More than any other team, this is a team where teamwork plays crucial part.
They play by intuition and moments of brilliance. They are not restricted by formation and positioning. They flow like river when they click.
Will we see that Arsenal team on this second half? I don't know.
As far as transfer window is concerned, I believe Wenger needs a class holding midfielder and a centreback who is better than Sol Campbell and Senderos to partner and lead Kolo. If he has enough money for the attacking department, I would say right winger will be useful.
I will let Henry and Persie play together upfront. Reyes should continue on his good form on the left flank. Cesc or Flamini should occupy one of the midfield slot.
The defense line will be fine when Cole and Clichy return.
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