Are Man United, Arsenal born again? Sunday, August 10, had Nairobi bustling in a sea of red shirts that took almost every corner of the city. The reason? Arsenal was facing off with Epl champions Machester City in the Community shield duel. Arsenal thumped and completely demolished Manchester city with a 3-0 drubbing of the opponents. I had to be forgiven for twice asking my pals to confirm to me that Arsenal players had not secretly slid into Citys jerseys. As a matter of fact, the team in blue looked nothing like the league winners i know. The pace exhibited by Arsenal wingers and their nimble passes was too much for the lethargic Man City squad to contend with. Surprisingly, these were the same Arsenal players, whoe seemed clueless and unfit last season. In sharp contrast, the same players now loked threatening and fitter than ever before. The depth in their squad could be seen with everyone back from injury, and looking hotter than a makaa iron box. There is definitely a new lease of life in Wengers players. So, where is the secret? It seemingly lies in the new backroom staff, including Arsenals first signing, Shad Forsythe, who was head fitness coach for the German national side. His magic is clearly rubbing on to the players. Throughout former President Kibakis reign; (2002-2013), Arsenal has been home to players like Theo Walcott, Jack Wilshere and Timas Rosicky, who are commonly locked for half a season with minor injuries. But with the changes at Arsenal, we expect them to remain in the game throughout the season. And if injured, to come back faster than a Lunje chasing a chicken. Manchester United too showed some teeth with a convincing win in the International Champions Cup on August 5, thumping Real Madrid, then Liverpool in the final. Again, the squad is primarily the same, but the players seem to have been reborn. The secret again is the technical bench. Louis van Gaal has come with a clear plan on training and game tactics, with the firm command of an approved school teacher.
Posted on: Fri, 15 Aug 2014 07:49:21 +0000
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