`It's ruining the game.''Legends" directed at Arsenal"I'm worried about Arsenal's way of thinking which drags on every time"

Oct 28, 2024

"I'm worried about Arsenal's mindset of trying to drag their feet every time."

'Legend' was Roy Keane's word. The match between Arsenal and Liverpool, which was considered the best big match this weekend, ended 2 to 2. Arsenal and Liverpool drew 2-2 in the ninth round of the English Premier League (EPL) of the 2024-2025 season at the Emirates Stadium in London on the 28th (Korea time).

Nine minutes into the match, home team Arsenal's Bukayo Saka scored the first goal, but nine minutes later, Liverpool's leading centre-back Virgil van Dijk balanced it. Arsenal scored a goal in the 43rd minute of the first half when Mikel Merino led 2-1, but cried due to lack of hindsight. Liverpool ace Mohamed Salah scored in the 36th minute of the second half to bring the game back to square one.

Both Arsenal (18 points) and Liverpool (22 points), who are aiming to win the championship, could not laugh. Man 箏? Erling Holan's winning goal the day before took Southampton 1-0 and jumped to the lead with 23 points.

Arsenal's dragging of time in a tight game has come under fire. Liverpool manager Arne Slot was outraged by Arsenal's blatant play. Eventually, he was warned by referee Anthony Taylor. After the game, the slot manager said "They lay down on the ground too often. Of course, it could happen in football, but Arsenal fell every time they lost possession of the ball.'

Keane, who plays soccer as a commentator after the game, also said something. Keane told Sky Sports: `I'm starting to worry about Arsenal's mindset"They're just dragging their feet. Whether it's injury or playing with 10 players, it's the same way throughout the season." Then "It's the same today. Arsenal have backed down despite it being a home game, and are about to ruin the game"I'm so worried about Arsenal's medical staff. Arsenal players always fall and roll every time they are tackled. This is a waste of time."

According to the actual statistics site Opta, Arsenal are the most time-delayed EPL teams this season.

vanbasten@sportschosun.com