Wednesday, February 27, 2008

'The closer a man approaches tragedy the more intense is his concentration of emotion upon the fixed point of his commitment’ – A. Miller

The Gunners seemed shaken by the horrific injury to their team-mate and this shows a clear sense of team spirit, it is just as likely that the harshness of this Birmingham afternoon will galvanise these young sportsmen. But now more than ever, they need the likes of Kolo Toure and Robin van Persie back in quick time, or criticism of Wenger's inexperienced squad will quickly gain wind.Arsenal have shown immense resolve in times of difficulty so far this season, repeatedly proving doubters wrong, and it will be no surprise if the team rally round each other and channel their emotions towards the only fitting tribute Eduardo merits - achieving what they are so clearly capable of. However, it is just as likely that the wheels could come off amid a shortage of personnel and experience.