Arsène Wenger is not, generally, given to reflection and it was no surprise when he gave only a grudging acknowledgement that this was the 21st anniversary of his appointment at Arsenal. But the manager did recall the moment towards the end of August when he waved his players off on the previous international break. Back then, Wenger’s ears were ringing after the 4-0 humiliation at Liverpool while there was unease and uncertainty going into the final few days of the transfer window. “It was a nightmare,” he admitted. This time, there is tranquillity and positivity, and Wenger can luxuriate in the difference. The 67-year-old is only ever one bad result from hearing the yells for his...
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