Celebrating a monumental achievement, Arsenal London matched their legendary 2003/04 season’s point tally by securing a victory against MU, culminating in an impressive 86 points. Reflecting on such historical accomplishments offers a unique perspective on the current season’s potential outcomes. For those keen on exploring how this performance aligns with expert predictions and odds, rg.org provides detailed sportsbook ratings to guide your insights. This article revisits the glory days of the Invincibles and draws parallels to the present squad’s promising trajectory.
As It Was
In the summer of 2003, Wenger completed the defensive line reforms and picked a replacement for the main goalkeeper, David Seaman, who, after thirteen years at Arsenal, went to Manchester City. Arsene opted for 33-year-old Lehmann from Borussia Dortmund. The German had a bad experience of performances abroad, in Milan, but liked Wenger’s reliability and winning character.
From the end of 2001 to the autumn of 2002, Arsenal did not lose, and in the summer of 2003, Wenger set the team the task of passing without defeating the whole championship. According to Patrick Vieira, Lehmann’s appearance finally formed Arsenal’s invincible spirit because Jens demanded a hundred percent dedication from each teammate, even in training.
Arsenal’s winning spirit would be unthinkable without even the reserves – Keown, Seagan, Clichy, Parlour, Edu, Wiltor, and Kanu – feeling vital to the team. And Wenger has achieved that.
Who Was The Best Back Then?
Only Thierry Henry could be classed as irreplaceable in that orchestra. In Wenger’s third championship season, he missed only the match with Leicester in December 2003, and with young Jérémie Aliadière in attack, Arsenal was limited to a 1-1 draw. But in all other games, Thierry spent 90 minutes and, with thirty goals, became the top scorer in the Premier League. Interestingly, Nicolas Anelka, who not so long ago cost twice as much, scored only 16 goals for Man City that season.
Henri spoke afterward about working with Bergkamp, Pires, Jungberg, and the other Canaries: “We had a clear anticipation every time that within ten minutes of kick-off, we would already be in the lead. Even before the game, we planned how we would score and when. The certainty that you will win by two or three goals is magical. I remember that feeling when you ask the referee, Don’t whistle yet, let us play some more. That’s the main beauty of any business. We did not grind out a result, but we attacked so clearly and beautifully that the opponents gave up. The greatest reward for me was when people would stop me in the street in France, Italy, or Spain and say, “We don’t like Arsenal, but the way you played back then was something!”
Conclusion
In conclusion, the current Arsenal squad has not only revisited the heights of their illustrious past but also reignited the spirit of the Invincibles with their recent performances. Matching the point tally from the iconic 2003/04 season is a testament to the team’s resilience, skill, and strategic insight. As they continue to build on this success, fans and analysts alike will watch eagerly to see if this team can carve out their legendary status in Arsenal’s storied history. This season has not just been a nod to the past but a bold statement about the future potential of Arsenal London.
