On August 28, 2011, Manchester United faced Arsenal at Old Trafford in what would become one of the most iconic matches in Premier League history. The game ended with an astonishing 8-2 victory for United, marking a day that Arsenal fans would rather forget, while Manchester United supporters celebrated an overwhelming display of dominance. This blog post will delve into the team lineups, the flow of the game, and the aftermath of this memorable encounter.
Facing the likes of Ronaldo (R9), Zinedine Zidane, Raúl, David Trezeguet, Zlatan Ibrahimović, Pavel Nedvěd, Juan Román Riquelme, and other top-class players, Arsenal's defense showcased exceptional resilience and tactical acumen to secure these clean sheets and progress through the tournament. Their defensive performances were integral to Arsenal's success in reaching the Champions League final in the 2005/2006 season.