The group stage offered a highly symbolic duel for Arsène Wenger this fall. On the occasion of the 6e
Day, Arsenal received Monaco at the Emirates Stadium. But between the two clubs, the choice was quickly made for the former defender.
Questioned on the sidelines of the “Match for Hope” charitable meeting organized in Qatar, the Alsatian did not hesitate when giving the name of his favorite team. “Arsenal”replied the one who remained no less than 22 years on the Gunners bench, with three champion titles, seven England Cup and a Champions League final.
Arsène Wenger does not believe it
Arsène Wenger is nonetheless lucid concerning the chances of title of the Gunners, dolphins of Liverpool, intractable leader of the Premier League with seven points ahead.
“Liverpool would have to lose matches and after 25 days, the Reds have still lost only one match. They would have to lose three times in the last 13 games. At the very least, it seems very compromised for Arsenal unless Liverpool collapses ”he said.
“But as long as Liverpool has lost only one match, it will be the super favorite. And all the more so since at the same time, Arsenal must sign a perfect course, he launched, adding: “I pray for it to happen but I have to improve the quality of my prayers. »»