For all the moments this season when critics have scratched their heads struggling to put their finger on what the identity of Unai Emery’s Arsenal is, a masterclass of a European quarter-final showcased everything they are capable of. This was a responsible, smart performance from back to front that eased them into the semi-finals of the Europa League.
They did it by ticking every box required for a tough overseas assignment: they maintained composure, Alexandre Lacazette scored a sumptuous away goal, the home crowd lost their voice, the Napoli team lost their will. Arsenal sure picked their moment to discover the key to a classic away performance.
Written by Amy Lawrence at the Stadio San Paolo
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/football/2019/apr/18/napoli-arsenal-europa-league-quarter-final-second-leg-match-report under the title “Alexandre Lacazette leads Arsenal to Europa League victory in Napoli”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
