Bent stars as Arsenal throw in the towel

ARSENAL suffered a humiliation yesterday after defeat to Aston Villa in their final home game of the season, with supporters jeering the team during a lap appreciation after the final whistle.

Arsene Wenger’s team had been defeated by Darren Bent’s two goals, then Robin van Persie’s strike came too late to make a difference at the Emirates Stadium.

Their terrible day got worse when it was revealed Cesc Fabregas has suffered a setback in his recovery from a thigh injury and will not play again this season.

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