Zenith wrote:Massa wrote:top of the group, not a single first teamer used throughout, impressive youth performances. good stuff.
Agree with this. Whilst Arsenal losing a game never feels like a jubilation, I don't think I've ever cared less about us losing a competitive football game. The most affordable hick-up in many years - Köln couldn't have faced us at a better time.
True but the only reason I would be concerned is that is this a sign the competition is really starting?
Teams no longer being star struck playing AFC, moving on through the group stages and facing better competition.
Are we going to continue with the 2nd string even if they look like they're not being as successful as they were?
What about the knock out stages? do we risk a dud and out display?
Personally I think Wenger should give them a few more games to see if they can pull it together but if not ........ use the first team, its not like they're not used to CL football then Prem football in a week.
Alternative scenario is not winning the Europa and potentially finishing outside of top 4 is a terrible look for us the way other clubs are progressing.