Arsenal slumped to a 1-0 defeat against Inter Milan at the San Siro on Wednesday evening.
This result ended the Gunners’ unbeaten run in the Champions League this season, and also meant that Mikel Arteta’s side have now suffered back-to-losses, having previously been beaten by Newcastle United in the Premier League.
Arsenal desperately need to get back to winning ways when they face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry insists beating Chelsea is a must, as a defeat in West London would all but destroy the North London club’s Premier League title hopes.
Jurrien Timber’s message to Arsenal fans
Jurrien Timber is aware that he and his teammates need to respond to their recent poor form.
The Dutch defender started for Arsenal against Inter Milan, but was unable to help his side find a breakthrough against the Italian giants.
Taking to Instagram (06/11/24, 23:00) in the wake of this defeat, he bemoaned the narrow margin of the result and sent a message to Arsenal fans: “Tiny margins… thanks for your support.”
What went wrong for Arsenal vs Inter Milan?
Arsenal managed twenty shots against Inter Milan, but could not convert any of their chances.
The lack of a clinical presence at the top of the pitch ultimately proved to be their undoing. Far too many players under-performed at the San Siro.
Arsenal player ratings vs Inter Milan:
Leandro Trossard once again let Arsenal down, whilst the likes of Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz also lacked cutting edge.
Arteta must learn a lesson from this Champions League defeat, and find a way to address his side’s poor return in front of goal.
Arsenal have needed to sign a striker for a long time. Bringing in a reliable finisher in the upcoming January transfer window now need to be a top priority for the Gunners.
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