He struggled with injuries in his first few years at Arsenal, after being heralded as the “new Dennis Bergkamp“. The England striker, 27, played just four days before the Cup clash in the 2-1 Premier League win away to Chelsea. Carrick as Uniteds Andrea Pirlo Make it happen, Jose. #mufc— Warren Haughton (.WarrenHaughton) September 21, 2016Phil Neville " Rooney's do. 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. It is one thing getting yourself up for matches against the big boys, quite another to play at the same intensity against one of the minnows. Of his 12 goals scored, he will long remember the one scored in the 2006 Champions League against Barcelona – albeit in defeat. However, John OShea clinched the victory a delicate last-gasp chip. While his demeanour can often lead to fans questioning his enthusiasm and dedication, Ozil has conti. ably, Arsenals best right-back since Lee DixonLaurent KoscielnyDespite Arsenal fans grumblings over recent years that the side have become the nearly men in the Premier League, Laurent Koscielny has established himself as the bedrock of the Arsenal defence.