And back in a press conference back on September 9, he said of Ben Arfa:?I want him to play more for the team and less for himself. The Gunners know they can make a real statement by winning, even to their own supporters who have doubts whether they have the strength to mount a serious title challenge. e true when Ben Arfa scored on his debut for his new side against Lyon in the French equivalent of the Community Shield. The Dutchman had been the scorn of the Gunners in the previous campaign as Fergies men pipped Wenger to the title. Getty Images5The former Newcastle player has a spectacular season for Nice last yearRelated storiesT. However, John OShea clinched the victory a delicate last-gasp chip. Weve been here beforeJose Mourinho equalled his worst run by losing three matches in a row - but Juventus were even worse last season. So it was natural that Neville, summing up United’s 3-1 EFL Cup win at Northampton, should analyse his performance. AP:Associated Press22Santi Cazorlas midfield role may have been redefined from the free-role, but he. ow to eight points could already spell the end of the title ambitions of each club.