Are Arsenal supporters the most unbearable? That is the hypothesis. Liverpool sporting a ‘hollow crown’ has not been well-received.
Now regarding Real Madrid…
My forecast was that the sole way this Arsenal team could defeat Real Madrid across two matches was to secure victory in the first and remain solid in the second.
This is due to our inability to dismantle a team that parks the bus, which will happen at the Bernabeu if we drop the first leg. Especially not a second game at their location. I honestly can’t envision us pulling off a smash and grab like Thierry did previously.
I believe a draw in the first leg has a similar impact, as they'd be clever at home and wait for an opportunity to score.
Nevertheless, following tonight, the 'keeping it tight' aspect is in shambles with the London Colney treatment room bustling once more (does each squad member have their own table?). I was counting on Saliba and Gabriel to understand their French and Brazilian offensive teammates well enough to neutralize them. At least half of that will not occur now. Let’s hope Benny Blanco steps in to help; this isn’t the match for Kiwior.
It requires a bold, full-scale assault (lacking forwards!) at The Emirates to surprise the Galacticos and end the contest quickly. Saka, Nwaneri, Martinelli, Odegaard, and Trossard all at maximum speed. Forget about this gradual build-up nonsense with minimal movement. To be frank, I don't envision Arteta supporting that strategy; it's not PSV this time.
I trust that the new guy Berta enjoys purchasing bionic players, since yet again we appear to be made of balsa rather than steel.
TyA (a realist, not a pessimist, but would be thrilled if proven incorrect)
Dear John (Disliking since 1979) Matrix AFC
If your mother checks the mailbox, she'll have a word with you again. I worry it will be just as useless as the previous two. Unfortunately, her words have proven to be true.
However, it's not only you who is profoundly unlikable, John. Whether they win or lose, Arsenal supporters from the Arteta era have truly been the most unbearable. If you're not flaunting your entitlement (which is unclear where it comes from), you're griping and lamenting about the unfairness you're facing and how unworthy everyone else is. I don’t recall it being this way during Wenger's time. As a Liverpool fan, I’ve genuinely admired and appreciated the club and its supporters more than any other English rival.
To clarify, I fully recognize that the Liverpool fanbase has numerous individuals like John, and I also find them unbearable. However, I believe we can’t compare to Arsenal fans when it comes to pompous self-importance at the moment (any neutral individuals who don’t have an unreasonable dislike for Arsenal or Liverpool, I'd be interested in your opinion).
Regardless, Matrix guy, I’d rather have you on the complaining side of the spectrum than on the bragging side. This is enjoyable, that would be hurtful.
Maintain the good work! I am certain you will!
Rob, Liverpool FC, New York City
It appears that John (Hating since 1979) Matrix AFC's mother should pull him aside for another discussion; the initial one clearly went unnoticed.
Neill, Irlanda
…John Matrix embodies the mindless, resentful, delusional, and utterly graceless foolishness that characterizes a large portion of Arsenal's supporters. The mindless nonsense we believed was limited to the edges of the Twitter nightmare is, in fact, a genuine issue! (We indeed have comparable real-world instances, where an actual far-right Twitter disinformation troll is effectively governing a significant nation!)
As another person mentioned, Arsenal supporters won't say anything until you convince yourselves that you're a big club LOL. If that really happens, I promise I’ll keep chatting with Rihanna until I become her husband. Victors succeed. Losers Justify. For 21 years, the "explanations" have persisted, and the Premier League's biggest joke – apart from their north London identity-friends – keeps contending for the sole trophy they may receive, that of 'Most Delusional Losers'.
‘Liverpool rank among the poorest champions in history, even worse than Leicester.’
Curious about what’s even more remarkable than “unremarkable” Liverpool? A Basque tribute to Tony Pulis that invests over £700m to achieve nothing during a season when Pep takes a break! I recall when Arsenal supporters referred to Chelsea's Mourinho as a “chequebook manager.” However, Jose triumphed. So, what do you refer to a chequebook manager who’s STILL too incompetent to succeed even when there’s no real competition?! And performs poorer football than Mourinho's Chelsea! Do you have a term for that? I believe "Tocard" is the equivalent in French. Certified Loserboy Arteta!
A Liverpool squad seemingly this “mediocre” (incorrect) with a fresh manager who has arrived, spent very little, and dominated Arsenal so convincingly that the championship was nearly settled by Christmas. Not the show-off you believe it to be
Talking about Leicester – once more, can you guess which Circus Act club faltered and ended up as the runner-up to that Leicester, despite being the sole Big 6 team without any managerial changes (I think ManYoo, Citeh, Chelski, and Liverpool all changed their managers that season). Exactly: Certified Experts in Failure! Arsenal ONCE MORE, the recurring factor in remarkable Defeat! It has occurred previously, different season, same Comedy Farcenal FC!
I can’t comprehend what the utterly ridiculous ‘Nobody cares about Citeh’s Treble’ remark signifies from a ‘Wengerite’ (just think about acknowledging your admiration for a generational Loser like Wenger, who’s preoccupied with ruining the game with crazy ideas to stay significant). Moreover, anyone who aligns themselves with a Career Loser like Wenger is probably the type of person who gently grips their partner’s hand as they observe the unimaginable occurring (hint: the individual responsible is sporting a Liverpool jersey). Arsenal supporter observes, merely “pleased to take part.”
The only individuals who should be concerned about Citeh and their Treble are the fans of Citeh! Why in the world would they care even slightly about the opinions of a group of Trump-like PGMOL loony Deep State conspiracy theorists online?!
How do top clubs (excluding you Arsenal) perceive Citeh? Indeed, when Pep arrives with his Citeh team in cities such as Madrid, Munich, or Barcelona, the regard for Citeh – a club with a history of European success and trophies – is significant. Major teams are wary of Citeh (despite current problems).
Honestly, who the heck takes Arsenal seriously?! Oh, indeed. PSV. Hahaha, take a look at the Spanish Madrid media to gauge the level of “fear” regarding Arsenal. Hint: Nil. The media in Madrid appear to be more focused on the Copa del Rey semifinal against Sociedad than on Arsenal's defeat. Saka and Saliba (whom Madrid will acquire) are the sole references to Arsenal. The real connection? Madrid is more focused on their potential opponent in the semifinals. As they ought to be.
These Arsenal supporters resemble a crazed, deluded X Factor contestant who has never seen success and performs on the streets of Leicester Square nightly. Arrives at Simon Cowell’s Four Seasons Hotel lobby with a Tesco voucher and a pot noodle, ranting about how “underwhelming” Usher, The Weeknd, Eminem, and Beyonce are as musicians. In the meantime, he continues to perform in the urine-soaked stairwell of a subway station. Having squandered the remainder of his coins on an ashtray. Nice nice.
Stewie Griffin (Supporters of a team with no European history, rambling about highly successful teams that possess 7 Champions League titles together and numerous Premier League championships in the last ten years. You wouldn’t witness Forest supporters doing that, but they possess greater European heritage than Arteta’s overpriced FAKE STOKE flops!
The certainty of currency…
I appreciated the email from Dale the Swindon Wengerite, (who seems to be one of those Arsenal fans worried about other teams not being able to compete with Manchester City). Specifically when he emphasized the certainty of City clinching four consecutive titles, with this absence of threat/competition occurring during a time when merely a meager 10 other Premier League teams could achieve a greater net expenditure than City.
I think if Arteta had received some money to use, the situation might have been different. They might have achieved the highest or second highest net expenditure during that time, rather than only ranking 3rd after Chelsea and Man United.
Thinking back, could Dale elaborate on why those 3 clubs failed to secure any Premier League titles in the past 5 years? They invested the greatest amount, so it ought to have been UNAVOIDABLE.
Michael The Bert
Liverpool have faced challenges, you know.
The story is that Liverpool secured the simplest league title due to other teams facing injuries and issues, leading to their underperformance.
There’s a grain of truth in that, but what is nearly always omitted is that Liverpool also faced difficulties. We had a fresh manager succeeding the finest Liverpool manager since the 80s – a figure who is deeply admired and looms large over his successor. Observe how that unfolded at United and Arsenal, and how it will inevitably play out for City when players depart.
Injuries? I’m very thankful that our top choice goalkeeper wasn’t absent for 15 matches. One of our preferred center backs has been in and out with an injury for 5 matches, and both of our right backs are also dealing with injuries. Both of our left backs have been in bad form for nearly the entire season.
Two of our forwards have been sidelined for 8 and 14 matches (Gakpo and Jota).
Our list of injuries is similar to others, and we also hinder ourselves by constantly playing Darwin.
Furthermore, we faced all of that amid the backdrop of our captain, vice captain, and top scorer for eight consecutive years all becoming free agents too.
There has been significant disruption at Liverpool, similar to many other clubs, except perhaps City. However, in contrast to City, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool continue to achieve victories consistently. It’s not a complimentary title as some claim.
Furthermore, the notion that it is less competitive is absurd. An increased number of teams are achieving more victories (especially versus the ‘big six’), indicating it’s considerably more competitive, not less.
Lee
Unusual timing for offside alteration
I must establish my position clearly and promptly in this email. I believe that automated offsides will enhance accuracy and expedite offside decisions, so I view them positively for the game. Certain changes are beneficial, and I believe this will be one of them once it is fully established—please stop laughing from the back!
Nonetheless, I’m astonished that the Premier League is introducing it amid a current season, with only 7 matches remaining. What kind of insanity is this?!
Considering fans' tendency to scrutinize the validity and precision of every decision in football, combined with Arsenal fans' affinity for conspiracy theories, the timing simply provides fans, press, and media with another tool to fuel their ongoing discussions regarding decisions. Haven't they listened to the torrent of “Corrupt as flippery” chants at stadiums? Can they not realize that bringing in new technology now will only lead to more lamenting and frustration?
What would have been missed by delaying the rollout until the new season? I realize it was initially written for earlier this season (and I opposed the timing back then as well), but at this point, it feels quite pointless to proceed with it now. I believe they’re crazy!
Adam (Li-VAR-pool, naturally!)
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