Arsenal edged Liverpool by a single goal in a match held at Emirates stadium, London. This win boosted Arsenal’s chances for title contention. Now Liverpool will have to fight harder for the fourth spot.
At the beginning of the game Arsenal was trying hard to intercept the balls in an effort to end their losing streak. Liverpool came to the match without losing in last 10 matches. Liverpool as usual was playing their pressing game and was able to prevent Arsenal from their passing game.
William Gallas was the first one who came close to scoring the goal. But his header went over the bar. Arshavin found Bendtner in the box with a through pass but he shot over the cross bar. Arshavin shot over the bar in an effort from just outside the penalty box, his second miss in the game.
At 32nd minute Nasri who got injured was replaced by Tomas Rosicky. At the dying minutes of first half Fabregas’s shot was caught by Pepe Reina.
Things were not different in second half. Arsenal was creating more chances. Both teams were competing in shooting over the bar. Rosicky cannot take a shot from a pass of Arshavin as the Czech Republican’s touch was heavy.
It was from Rosicky’s cross that Diaby scored with his head. Rosicky played better than Nasri. His clever runs, passes and quick turns definitely adds an edge to Arsenal’s offense. Nasri on the other hand could not find do anything in defence or offense. Babel’s drive was tipped by Reina onto crossbar before 4 minutes from the end of play.
There was a controversy at the end of the game as Gerrard’s free kick hit Fabregas’s arm but the referee denied a penalty. Earlier Arsenal was denied a penalty which clearly was a foul on Bendtner. But instead he was booked for diving.
Wenger was happy with his team’s performance and said the title race is now open. Rafa was furious over referee’s decision on Fabregas’s handball. Injuries will be a worry for Gunners as Arshavin and Nasri are added to the injured player’s list.
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