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Arsenal vs Manchester City Line-Up: Arsenal's Victory (2-0) in the Barclays Premier League at Emirates Stadium, London, 2009
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Arsenal vs Manchester City Line-Up: Arsenal's Victory (2-0) in the Barclays Premier League at Emirates Stadium, London, 2009
The Arsenal team line up before the match. Arsenal 2:0 Manchester City, Barclays Premier League, Emirates Stadium, Arsenal Football Club, London, 4/4/2009. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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Great photo capturing the tense pre-match atmosphere at Emirates Stadium as Arsenal and Manchester City line up for the Barclays Premier League clash on April 4, 2009. Arsenal, led by manager Arsene Wenger, were determined to secure a vital three points against their fierce rivals. The home team's starting eleven included the likes of Manuel Almunia in goal, Bacary Sagna, William Gallas, Kolo Toure, and Gael Clichy in defense. In midfield, Denilson, Alex Song, and Cesc Fabregas controlled the tempo, with Andrey Arshavin and Nicklas Bendtner providing the attacking threat. Manchester City, managed by Mark Hughes, countered with Shay Given in goal, Micah Richards, Richard Dunne, Joleon Lescott, and Wayne Bridge in defense. Gareth Barry, Stephen Ireland, and Elano played in midfield, while Roque Santa Cruz and Craig Bellamy led the attack. The first half saw Arsenal dominating possession and creating several chances, but Manchester City held firm. In the 57th minute, Arshavin broke the deadlock with a brilliant finish from a tight angle, and Bendtner added a second goal in stoppage time to secure a well-deserved 2-0 victory for the Gunners. This win was crucial for Arsenal's chances of securing a Champions League spot, as they went on to finish the season in fourth place, just one point behind Chelsea in third. Manchester City, on the other hand, finished seventh, missing out on European football for the following season. This iconic photo serves as a reminder of an intense and memorable match in the history of the Arsenal-Manchester City rivalry.
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