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even if arsenal were to win against Man u, arsenal still can't catch up with them.. fgl will only have gloating rights. wait till man u win the league, the man u fans can bash the arsenal fans..
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Arsène Wenger impressed by the class of 2007
Liverpool v Arsenal
Carling Cup Q/F
Anfield
Tue, Jan 9, 2007, 7.45pm
By Chris Harris
If you want to catch a glimpse of Arsenal's stars of the future, the Carling Cup is the place to look.
In recent years Cesc Fabregas, Robin van Persie, Philippe Senderos and Johan Djourou have used the competition as a stepping stone to regular first-team football. So it's worth keeping an eye on the class of 2007.
This year's new faces are Brazilian Under-19 captain Denilson, French left back Armand Traore and Academy midfielder Mark Randall. The trio played their part in hard-fought victories at West Brom and Everton in the previous two rounds of the competition and all three have impressed Arsène Wenger.
"All the three are very young, 18 and 17, so it is a tremendous achievement for them to match the players at that level," Wenger told Arsenal.com.
"They are young but have shown great potential every time they play. I'm confident that these kind of games can develop our young players and that's why we try to do that for this competition."
11/4 - Arsenal to beat Liverpool
Liverpool v Arsenal
Carling Cup Q/F
Anfield
Tue, Jan 9, 2007, 7.45pm
By Chris Harris
If you want to catch a glimpse of Arsenal's stars of the future, the Carling Cup is the place to look.
In recent years Cesc Fabregas, Robin van Persie, Philippe Senderos and Johan Djourou have used the competition as a stepping stone to regular first-team football. So it's worth keeping an eye on the class of 2007.
This year's new faces are Brazilian Under-19 captain Denilson, French left back Armand Traore and Academy midfielder Mark Randall. The trio played their part in hard-fought victories at West Brom and Everton in the previous two rounds of the competition and all three have impressed Arsène Wenger.
"All the three are very young, 18 and 17, so it is a tremendous achievement for them to match the players at that level," Wenger told Arsenal.com.
"They are young but have shown great potential every time they play. I'm confident that these kind of games can develop our young players and that's why we try to do that for this competition."
11/4 - Arsenal to beat Liverpool
Jesus H Christ, I hope Dudek has played his last game for us.. Good save from the penalty.. But shite for most of the game.. Fair play to Arsenal though, beat us fair and square. Lost by 3 goals this time, but unbelieveable scoreline 
But I must say the Ref is shit. Decisions for both sides were questionable..
But I must say the Ref is shit. Decisions for both sides were questionable..
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Posted: Tue Jan 09, 2007 8:48 pm Post subject:
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Don't be too happy yet. Arse will have its arse whoop by Pool tonite. Ouch!
CAN WE PLAY YOU EVERY WEEK?
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Posted: Tue Jan 09, 2007 8:48 pm Post subject:
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Don't be too happy yet. Arse will have its arse whoop by Pool tonite. Ouch!
CAN WE PLAY YOU EVERY WEEK?
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Match Report
Carling Cup Q/F
Anfield
Tuesday, January 09, 2007, 7.45pm
Liverpool3Fowler 33, Gerrard 68, Hyypia 80
Arsenal6Aliadiere 27, Baptista 40, 45, 60, 84, Song 45
By Chris Harris
Julio Baptista scored four times as Arsenal advanced to the last four of the Carling Cup with an incredible win over Liverpool.
The Brazilian opened his account for the Gunners in astonishing fashion and further goals from Jeremie Aliadiere and Alex Song set up a Semi-Final clash with North London rivals Tottenham.
Aliadiere prodded Arsenal ahead after 26 minutes but Robbie Fowler levelled five minutes later. Baptista curled in a free kick six minutes before the break, Song scored his first goal for the Club in first-half stoppage time and Baptista made it 4-1 seconds before the break.
'The Beast' had a penalty saved by Jerzy Dudek after the restart but found the bottom corner to complete his hat-trick. Steven Gerrard and Sami Hyypia gave Liverpool hope of a remarkable recovery but Baptista slotted in his fourth - and Arsenal's sixth - to wrap up an amazing game.
Quite apart from Baptista's golden touch, this game showcased the class of Arsenal's youngsters. From back to front they were superb. Liverpool must be sick of the sight of them after two Cup defeats in four days.
As expected Arsène Wenger made wholesale changes from the side which won so impressively here in the FA Cup. In came Cesc Fabregas, Baptista, Denilson, Alex Song, Johan Djourou, Aliadiere, Justin Hoyte, Armand Traore and Theo Walcott. Manuel Almunia kept his place in goal while Toure took the captain's armband for the first time in the absence of Thierry Henry and Gilberto. And on the bench sat Henri Lansbury, a 16-year-old who joined Arsenal's academy at the age of nine.
With Liverpool equally unrecognisable from the side which succumbed on Saturday, it took a while for the game to get going. In fact much of the opening stages were taken up by a nasty injury to Mark Gonzalez, who was stretchered off after a seemingly innocuous tackle on Fabregas.
The Spaniard's misfortune made for a muted atmosphere around Anfield, in stark contrast to the booming noise which accompanied Saturday's tie. The home fans were even quieter after Aliadiere gave Arsenal the lead.
Toure showed good vision to pick out the French striker's diagonal run, Aliadiere beat the offside trap and a fantastic first touch gave him the chance to test Dudek as the keeper rushed out. His first effort bounced off Dudek's chest but Aliadiere rolled in the loose ball. One-nil to the Arsenal.
Until then Liverpool had been the better side. Stephen Warnock looked sharp on the left and tested Almunia with a handful of whipped crosses. Craig Bellamy, offering the pace the home side lacked on Saturday, looked menacing. Gerrard lashed a low shot straight at Almunia and Toure made a vital interception after Bellamy and Danny Guthrie linked up well on the right.
Given their early pressure, it was no great surprise when Liverpool equalised five minutes after falling behind. Song was penalised - somewhat unfairly - for a tackle on Fowler, Fabio Aurelio fired in the free-kick, Almunia parried, Luis Garcia showed good presence of mind to cut the ball back and Fowler netted his 12th goal in 16 games against Arsenal with a cheeky backheel.
Arsenal had to dig in as Gerrard took a brief grip in midfield but six minutes before the break the visitors restored their advantage. Aliadiere won a free kick 25 yards out; Baptista and Toure plotted while the Liverpool wall formed. Dudek, apparently expecting a piledriver from the Arsenal captain, shuffled to his left. Baptista curled the ball into the net to the keeper's right. Not a bad way to open your account.
Wenger would have taken a 2-1 lead at the break. In the event his team led 4-1, scoring twice in the six minutes of stoppage time which was added on, ironically, because of Gonzalez's injury. Song grabbed Arsenal's third in fortuitous fashion as Hyypia's attempted clearance bounced in off the midfielder after Fabregas' corner had cleared a bunch of players at the near post.
Then, in the final seconds of the first half, Aliadiere's broke the offside trap again and sensibly squared the ball for Baptista. The Brazilian tapped in and the away fans celebrated, hardly believing what was unfolding in front of them.
Baptista, finally showing the promise which tempted Wenger to bring him to Emirates Stadium, had a chance to complete his hat-trick 10 minutes into the second half after Aliadiere had been tripped by Hyypia. Dudek, who knows a thing or two about saving spot-kicks, pushed Baptista's kick away.
But the Brazilian was soon celebrating again. Aliadiere, growing in confidence with every minute, picked out 'The Beast' with a low pass and Baptista fired low into the corner. An hour gone, and Arsenal were 5-1 up. Incredible.
By now Rafa Benitez had brought on Xabi Alonso and the Spaniard, alongside Gerrard, started to exert his authority in midfield. It wasn't long before the comeback began.
With 67 minutes on the clock Hyypia headed the ball into the Arsenal box. It was half-cleared and a fortunate ricochet took it into the path of Gerrard, lurking on the edge of the area. The England midfielder executed a perfect volley to give Liverpool hope.
That hope turned to something approaching expectation when Hyypia nodded in Gabriel Paletta's cross with 11 minutes left. Surely Arsenal couldn't throw this away? No, they couldn't. With seven minutes left Aliadiere got to the byline again and squared for Baptista again. The Brazilian scored again to end Liverpool's resistance.
So, nine goals, an incredible game and a place in the Carling Cup Semi-Finals against Tottenham. But perhaps the best news of all? Abou Diaby, after eight months on the sidelines, made his welcome return to competitive action. Not a bad night, eh?
BAPTISTA'S THE MAN!!!!
Carling Cup Q/F
Anfield
Tuesday, January 09, 2007, 7.45pm
Liverpool3Fowler 33, Gerrard 68, Hyypia 80
Arsenal6Aliadiere 27, Baptista 40, 45, 60, 84, Song 45
By Chris Harris
Julio Baptista scored four times as Arsenal advanced to the last four of the Carling Cup with an incredible win over Liverpool.
The Brazilian opened his account for the Gunners in astonishing fashion and further goals from Jeremie Aliadiere and Alex Song set up a Semi-Final clash with North London rivals Tottenham.
Aliadiere prodded Arsenal ahead after 26 minutes but Robbie Fowler levelled five minutes later. Baptista curled in a free kick six minutes before the break, Song scored his first goal for the Club in first-half stoppage time and Baptista made it 4-1 seconds before the break.
'The Beast' had a penalty saved by Jerzy Dudek after the restart but found the bottom corner to complete his hat-trick. Steven Gerrard and Sami Hyypia gave Liverpool hope of a remarkable recovery but Baptista slotted in his fourth - and Arsenal's sixth - to wrap up an amazing game.
Quite apart from Baptista's golden touch, this game showcased the class of Arsenal's youngsters. From back to front they were superb. Liverpool must be sick of the sight of them after two Cup defeats in four days.
As expected Arsène Wenger made wholesale changes from the side which won so impressively here in the FA Cup. In came Cesc Fabregas, Baptista, Denilson, Alex Song, Johan Djourou, Aliadiere, Justin Hoyte, Armand Traore and Theo Walcott. Manuel Almunia kept his place in goal while Toure took the captain's armband for the first time in the absence of Thierry Henry and Gilberto. And on the bench sat Henri Lansbury, a 16-year-old who joined Arsenal's academy at the age of nine.
With Liverpool equally unrecognisable from the side which succumbed on Saturday, it took a while for the game to get going. In fact much of the opening stages were taken up by a nasty injury to Mark Gonzalez, who was stretchered off after a seemingly innocuous tackle on Fabregas.
The Spaniard's misfortune made for a muted atmosphere around Anfield, in stark contrast to the booming noise which accompanied Saturday's tie. The home fans were even quieter after Aliadiere gave Arsenal the lead.
Toure showed good vision to pick out the French striker's diagonal run, Aliadiere beat the offside trap and a fantastic first touch gave him the chance to test Dudek as the keeper rushed out. His first effort bounced off Dudek's chest but Aliadiere rolled in the loose ball. One-nil to the Arsenal.
Until then Liverpool had been the better side. Stephen Warnock looked sharp on the left and tested Almunia with a handful of whipped crosses. Craig Bellamy, offering the pace the home side lacked on Saturday, looked menacing. Gerrard lashed a low shot straight at Almunia and Toure made a vital interception after Bellamy and Danny Guthrie linked up well on the right.
Given their early pressure, it was no great surprise when Liverpool equalised five minutes after falling behind. Song was penalised - somewhat unfairly - for a tackle on Fowler, Fabio Aurelio fired in the free-kick, Almunia parried, Luis Garcia showed good presence of mind to cut the ball back and Fowler netted his 12th goal in 16 games against Arsenal with a cheeky backheel.
Arsenal had to dig in as Gerrard took a brief grip in midfield but six minutes before the break the visitors restored their advantage. Aliadiere won a free kick 25 yards out; Baptista and Toure plotted while the Liverpool wall formed. Dudek, apparently expecting a piledriver from the Arsenal captain, shuffled to his left. Baptista curled the ball into the net to the keeper's right. Not a bad way to open your account.
Wenger would have taken a 2-1 lead at the break. In the event his team led 4-1, scoring twice in the six minutes of stoppage time which was added on, ironically, because of Gonzalez's injury. Song grabbed Arsenal's third in fortuitous fashion as Hyypia's attempted clearance bounced in off the midfielder after Fabregas' corner had cleared a bunch of players at the near post.
Then, in the final seconds of the first half, Aliadiere's broke the offside trap again and sensibly squared the ball for Baptista. The Brazilian tapped in and the away fans celebrated, hardly believing what was unfolding in front of them.
Baptista, finally showing the promise which tempted Wenger to bring him to Emirates Stadium, had a chance to complete his hat-trick 10 minutes into the second half after Aliadiere had been tripped by Hyypia. Dudek, who knows a thing or two about saving spot-kicks, pushed Baptista's kick away.
But the Brazilian was soon celebrating again. Aliadiere, growing in confidence with every minute, picked out 'The Beast' with a low pass and Baptista fired low into the corner. An hour gone, and Arsenal were 5-1 up. Incredible.
By now Rafa Benitez had brought on Xabi Alonso and the Spaniard, alongside Gerrard, started to exert his authority in midfield. It wasn't long before the comeback began.
With 67 minutes on the clock Hyypia headed the ball into the Arsenal box. It was half-cleared and a fortunate ricochet took it into the path of Gerrard, lurking on the edge of the area. The England midfielder executed a perfect volley to give Liverpool hope.
That hope turned to something approaching expectation when Hyypia nodded in Gabriel Paletta's cross with 11 minutes left. Surely Arsenal couldn't throw this away? No, they couldn't. With seven minutes left Aliadiere got to the byline again and squared for Baptista again. The Brazilian scored again to end Liverpool's resistance.
So, nine goals, an incredible game and a place in the Carling Cup Semi-Finals against Tottenham. But perhaps the best news of all? Abou Diaby, after eight months on the sidelines, made his welcome return to competitive action. Not a bad night, eh?
BAPTISTA'S THE MAN!!!!
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Posted: Tue Jan 09, 2007 2:02 pm Post subject:
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20 Jan, Arsenal winning Man U will be such a great birthday present...
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20 Jan, Arsenal winning Man U will be such a great birthday present...
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wat cn i say...they just nvr learn from the mistakes they did in the previous match... :s
but the gd thing is nw that pool is out of the domestic cups...they cn concentrate on this season's champs league n maintaining the top 4 in the EPL... :wink:
n hopefully,rafa dun tinker anymore... :s
but the gd thing is nw that pool is out of the domestic cups...they cn concentrate on this season's champs league n maintaining the top 4 in the EPL... :wink:
n hopefully,rafa dun tinker anymore... :s
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