The Gunners were groggy after their setback at FC Porto on Wednesday in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 match.
Big favorite in their round of 16 match against FC Porto, Arsenal were unable to hold their place on Wednesday in Portugal. Although they had possession, the Gunners never managed to appear dangerous, failing to target the shot.
Worse, in the last moments of the match, FC Porto found the fault thanks to their Brazilian winger Galeno, author of a splendid curling shot from outside the area. Beaten 1-0, Arsenal have their backs against the wall.
Questioned after the meeting, Declan Rice admitted the blow. “It’s a real blow in the teeth, because we conceded a goal late, but we know what to do in three weeks. When it’s 0-0, you look at the clock and it’s the 93rd minute, if you’re not in a position to win the match, well don’t lose it, especially in a difficult stadium, against an adversary who is just as much “, entrusted the English international to the microphone of TNT.
