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Wenger’s a Loon for Karbasiyoon

0 guns October 28th, 2004

I have no evidence to support that headline. I don’t care.

After Arsene finally put pen to paper on his brand new 3 year deal yesterday, you felt that our kids might feel particularly inspired to see off Manchester City last night.

And Lo, they did.

Pascal Cygan (who impressed as captain) and Manuel Almunia were the only players aged over 21 as Wenger’s Wonderkids dispatched City in a convincing 2-1 victory.

Robin van Persie impressed, and notched his first goal for the club following what Wenger described as a “typically Arsenal” move. The relief in his celebration was obvious - up to then he’d been so desperate to impress that he was almost trying too hard. His talent, though, remains unquestionable.

The second goal came from spectacularly-named substitute Danny Karbasiyoon, who finished brilliantly after good work from Cesc and Quincy.

All of the above mentioned were excellent, but special mention must go to Philippe Senderos, who, making his long-awaited competetive debut for the club, looked worthy of the hype.

Robbie Fowler’s free-kick came too late to be of any real significance.

Apparently, David Dein has met with David Gill to ensure there will be no repeat of any pizza-throwing antics.

Why?

That won’t be funny.

Ashley Cole has a much better idea, threatening to sue Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Go on Ash. For a laugh.

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