Arsenal were defeated by Fulham 0-1 in disappointing fashion at the Craven Cottage yesterday.
The team had a lineup similar to last week's game against West Brom, except that Van Persie started in place of Nicklas Bendtner. Even with two of the Gunner's best strikers starting upfront, Arsenal couldn't register any goals against a Fulham side which played way better than they did.
The only goal of the match came from Hangeland in the 21st minute, when he popped in Jimmy Bullard's corner right past Manuel Almunia. The defence has been a major concern in the last few matches, as the Arsenal defenders failed to mark Hangeland, leading to an unnecessary goal.
Wenger's side almost came right back, with Adebayor's effort hitting the post. This signed the end of an offbeat first half for Arsenal. Arsenal never really looked like coming back in the second half. Fulham deserve credit for taking their chances, and for some neat defending. But that goal was more than enough to hurt Arsenal, hurling them to their first defeat of the season.
Injuries and the international friendlies have affected Arsenal's performance, but that is no excuse for the loss. Silvestre was not brought in; he wasn't even among the substitutes! Ramsey and Wilshere were snubbed once again. Last season, Arsenal only had 3 losses, against Middlesbrough, Manchester United and Chelsea. With a loss so early in the campaign, Arsenal will have to make sure that they put up a winning streak, otherwise this could be another trophy-less season for the Gunners. They also have to gather enough confidence for their Champions League qualifier against Twente, and I have a strong feeling that we'll have a trophy this season.
Highlights!!
Hangeland, 21st minute, 0-1
Go ARSENAL!! LET'S MARCH PAST TWENTE IN THE NEXT MATCH:D
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