With the kind of defensive discipline and tenacity that have allowed them to keep 18 clean sheets in the Premier League this season, Mikel Arteta’s team was able to rise to the situation, seize control of the game, and see it through.
When I played with the Gunners, our victories at Old Trafford typically translated into championship victories.
It remains to be seen if that is the case this year, but regardless of the outcome, Arsenal has demonstrated incredible mental toughness in getting this far and overcoming the challenges they faced previously.
As the season enters its final week, they have won 15 of the previous 17 Premier League games, making it as difficult as possible for Manchester City to defend their title.
The Gunners were under pressure to defeat United, and their performance showed it. Since I was present for a few of the memorable games that these two clubs have played over the years, I believe that the history of this fixture played a significant role in that.
