march 2nd
15.06 – Arsenal 2-0 Charlton (Jeffers, Pires).
So, while the northern monkeys get ready for their tin pot, worthless cup final, Arsenal cruised 8 points clear at the top of the league. An in-form Charlton side were outclassed today, and Arsenal won it quite convincingly without ever hitting top gear.
Francis Jeffers got the opening goal, slotting home Thierry Henry’s cross from inside the 6 yard box. He really does have a fantastic scoring record when he starts games. AW’s faith in him during his countless injuries really seems to have paid off, and with Dennis out injured today, it was interesting that he got the nod up front instead of Wiltord.
Freddie Ljungberg made his comback at last, and while he was relatively quiet and replaced by Wiltord after about an hour, it’s good to have him back in the team. He’s going to be important. Sir Robert of Pires scored Arsenal’s second just before half-time, and the second half had chances and some funny moments, like Sol Campbell running with the ball, taking it into the Charlton half and then firing it about 50 yards high and wide.
Myles reviews some football books here on ANR. Interesting.
Right, I’m off to watch the Worthless Cup final. Here’s hoping for many red cards, serious injuries to players on both sides and loads of goals.
