Disappointment against Southampton

Lukas Podolski in action against Jack Cork. Photo: The Guardian

Arsenal haven't ended their winning streak, but they haven't done well either.

The second half of the season kicked off with a draw, much like the start to the season.

Does not bode too positively for Arsenal, unless we make some major improvements.

The game against Southampton was disappointing. The Gunners were made to look mediocre against a team fighting relegation.

Arsene Wenger said that Arsenal were complacent and lacked purpose after the game, which is accurate to how they performed.

Southampton have scored 4 own goals this season, 3 against Arsenal. An incredible statistic, and not good for them.  Guly do Prado saved the day for Arsenal by deflecting in Theo Walcott's powerful free kick.

The Gunners looked boring and tired. They couldn't control the ball, or the pace of the game.  Both halves were appalling and fairly boring. I got up to watch the game and was already feeling tired at a ridiculously early hour of the morning so I almost fell asleep in the game. It was unexciting and uninspiring.  I can't think of any highlights partly just because I was just desperately trying to stay awake.

I hope Arsenal improve quickly, because we have several extremely tough upcoming fixtures. 

Swansea away in the FA cup will be challenging, with a lot riding on the match. The FA Cup may now be our only chance to win a trophy this season.

In the EPL, Arsenal face Manchester City and then Chelsea in quick succession.  It isn't an easy kick off for the second half of the season.

However with some improvement the Gunners can definitely still make the top four this season, and finish above Spurs. A trophy with the FA Cup would be the icing on the cake and restore a lot of relief and confidence in the players and fans.

Until next time,
xoxo
Gooner Girl