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3 positives & negatives from Arsenal’s defeat to Manchester City

By Mitch Peotter

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 27: Thomas Partey of Arsenal breaks with the ball past Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Manchester City and Arsenal at Etihad Stadium on January 27, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 27: Thomas Partey of Arsenal breaks with the ball past Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Manchester City and Arsenal at Etihad Stadium on January 27, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) /
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Positive #2: Matt Turner & Leandro Trossard

Leandro Trossard was a bright spark on his first Arsenal start. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)
Leandro Trossard was a bright spark on his first Arsenal start. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images) /

These were the two standout players on Friday night for Arsenal. Turner has been faultless since joining the club, with Ake’s goal being the first he’s conceded from open play all season. He’s grown so much more comfortable on the ball since joining, and Arteta will undoubtedly be thrilled with the American’s quick development.

Just like in his cameo against. United, Trossard was impressive. I’m looking forward to what he’ll bring to this team the rest of the year because every time he’s gotten a chance so far, he’s looked good. He could have had a few opportunities for goals or assists in the match, as young Rico Lewis struggled to cope with his directness.

Negative #2: The result

Arsenal will not be lifting the FA Cup this season. (Photo by Alex Livesey – Danehouse/Getty Images)
Arsenal will not be lifting the FA Cup this season. (Photo by Alex Livesey – Danehouse/Getty Images) /

It sucks to lose. That being said, that was one of the best Arsenal losses I’ve seen. It was a pretty even match overall, and losing this match reduces the fixture congestion as the season progresses.

I think the worst-case scenario would have been a draw that would’ve resulted in a replay and even more matches. A loss by a small margin is honestly a pretty decent result.

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