Arsenal Mantap

Arsenal lost the chance to widen the gap. Instead, we lost the top of the table. I think we played well, but lack of the finishing touch which sees us goaless.

We started the first half unconvincingly having ManU possessed more of the ball. However, either sides didn't create much. Some good attempts were done by ManU, but the chances were straight into Szczney. The young Polish did well to replace his senior, Fabianski.

It was until the 40th minute, the score changed. I would call the goal a fluke by Park, but the effort by Nani created it. It was ourselves to blame for the goal, especially Clichy who let Nani cutting in. Don't get me wrong, I think Clichy played well but a few of his decisions seemed costy. The same goes to Wojciech, the deflection, I mean the header was 'luckily' placed near the far post. Wojciech ,who has come forward to cut the cross, had no chance to reach it.

We started the second half better. We dominated the possession although the opposition seemed more dangerous. That was when Szczney stepped up. He blocked Anderson's 1-on-1 chance and Rooney's lob to keep us in the game. He proved himself worthy of our future no.1. Which also means that Almunia has to find a new club.

Well, we started stepping up too late. The lead made ManU easier. They simply defended the lead and tried to hit back on the break. The defense did well to deny their attempts.

It was no long until seeing them parking the bus. The strategy is always effective to stop our game. We were frustated. We couldn't create much. We lost option. Sagna and Clichy were not good enough at crossing. We also lacked outside-box-shooter. The best chance came when Nasri's attempt from outside the box. It was blocked, but the ball was still wild. However, Chamakh was not quick enough to react for it. It made me long for a proper striker.

Later on, Arsene added Cesc and Van Persie into the game, but nothing changed. Cesc even misplaced passes. There was an interesting moment, which you all have been expected. It was the annual Old Trafford penalty. It was due to an 'unintentional' handball from Clichy. In my opinion, Nani kicked it to Clichy's hand. Well, what could you expect from Webb? He awarded the yellow for Nasri's protest and nothing for Fletcher's push on him. It was just brilliant. He also did nothing for Rio Ferdinand's kungfu kick on Sagna which tore Sagna's shirt.

I thought the game has ended when the penalty was given. Suprisingly, Rooney roo-in it. He skied it though Szczney has guessed the wrong path. Well, it didn't make any difference since we were unable to score.

The manager looked very frustated. I do hope he realized the need to bring in a pure striker. We really need a prolific goalscorer.

With this result, we have to work harder for the league title. We were falling behind. We need to win next match and hoping that Chelsea will help us a little. Not so convenient, eh? Well, what choice do we have.

Til then, Arsenal Mantap.