Ozil fails Cherries physical
FROM BACK PAGE thought how we can be better in the match today, a very demanding match with physicality and intensity. But every player is important. Also today we tried three centre-backs, and it’s another possibility to improve or find our best performance from the squad.
The manager added: “At the beginning of the season we spoke every day about the need to be competitive. We need to be organised, we need the individual quality to improve our performance. It’s the same today.”
Asked why one of his club captains was not involved, Emery replied: “It depends how the match is going, what the result is. I decided other options.”
A spectacular Jefferson Lerma own goal put the Gunners ahead on the half hour and although Joshua King levelled just before the break, Aubameyang bagged his 10th of the season to give the visitors all the points.
“Today is 17 matches we haven’t lost, but the last three matches we drew,” said Emery. “We know that isn’t enough for us, for our objectives. Today the three points is a big moment for us.
“A lot of matches are coming up. Tottenham, Manchester United. And also we are going to play against teams with the same objectives as us.
“I think the team spirit today and also our atmosphere with the supporters is important for feeling more strong.”