Fragile Back Line, Arsenal Sufferes at Tottenham Headquarters

DBasia.news – An error in the back line is the main cause of Arsenal’s 1-2 defeat over Tottenham Hotspur in the 35th week of the English League, Sunday (12/7) local time.

Arsenal were defeated 2-1 when they visited Tottenham Hotspur’s headquarters in the 2019-2020 Premier League, at Tottenham Stadium, Sunday (7/13) local time or Monday morning WIB. In fact, Arsenal lead first.

Arsenal scored in the 16th minute and changed the scoreboard to 1-0. Alexandre Lacazette’s long-range shot hit the Tottenham Hotspur goal net.

However, Arsenal again lost focus after winning. In fact, Tottenham’s equalizer was only three minutes later from Arsenal’s goal.

The host’s goal reply occurred as the Arsenal back line made a mistake. David Luiz failed to secure a pass from his partner. Son Heung-min won the ball and turned it into a goal.

Arsenal’s disaster was present in the 81st minute. This time, Toby Alderweireld was the actor. The defender’s header utilized a corner kick into the Lilywhites winning goal.

Opta Joe noted, Arsenal have spent 21 points while in a superior position this season. The record is only worse than West Ham United who threw 24 points.

These results disappointed Mikel Arteta. In fact, he assessed that his players had played according to instructions.

“I am very disappointed and frustrated. The players are playing a good game, causing difficulties, pressing, and forcing opponents to play ball in the stomach. That is what we want to do. However, it is very challenging to win the derby,” Arteta said on Arsenal’s official website.

The defeat has made Arsenal have difficulty to penetrate the Europa League zone. Now, the Gunners are rooted to ninth position of the standings with 50 points.