Record intact

Arsenal’s season had entered its most demanding phase, facing Liverpool and Man Utd in the space of 7 days. That includes Sheffield United in-between.

In the much hyped match played yesterday, it was a 1-1 draw against Liverpool at Anfield. Yes, it was a pulsating match… Arsenal did the chasing as they fell behind early in the match.
Arsenal, coped well with this so called first big test of their Premier League campaign. Neutrally speaking, the Gunners were by far the more polished and better team.

Though a goal down so early in this match, they showed no signs of fear or nervousness… they just kept plugging away… struck the posts twice. With 10 minutes left, the excellent Hleb came from the left, found Fab4 and the young Spaniard toe poked gently past Pepe Reina for the equalizer.

Another excellent Arsenal display, great football, passing, teamwork and a never-say-die attitude. Blondie Almunia pulled off a few fine saves…I think Lehmann would be “humiliated” for a longer than expected time…

I’m glad with the draw. Actually, Arsenal could have well won it. It was a Liverpool displaying some admirable defensive work, working through a tight defensive mindset in a home match. Pooh pooh.

If Arsenal had not left Anfield with at least a point, it would be a real travesty.