Aaron Ramsey was included in Arsenal starting eleven in the absence of their captain Cesc Fabregas. Arsenal started the game well with theo Walcott pressing from the right and Jack Wilshere supported him from the midfield but they lost their highest goal scorer of the season in the 45th minute due to injury. Gael Clichy was also Phenomenal during the entire 90 minutes of the game and didnt allow Nani and Antonio Valencia to cross the ball from the wide areas.
Aaron Ramsey 56th minute strike sealed the game in the favour of Arsenal. In the after match press conference Robin Van Perse said "It was all about pride. The fans were great", He added: "It was up to us to show some dignity and some honour. We did that so we are very Pleased with that".
After the current Manchester United defeat from Arsenal left only three points gap between Premier League leaders and Chelsea. The next week clash between Chelsea and Manchester united could be the title decisive as both the teams are trying to revive their best form. Manchester United also has all important Champions league clash against the German side Schalke 04.
Carlo Ancelotti said 'He will forget the past when he picks a team against Manchester United'. Arsenal has already done a favour for Chelsea by beating Manchester United, now its up to Blues how they fought to revive the Premier League title.
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