Arsenal a one-man band

ARSENAL have often been accused of being a one-man team, even going back to when Liam Brady was the creative fulcrum between 1973 and 1980.

Yet rarely has it felt more true than now. With the summer departures of Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri, and with Jack Wilshere injured, the responsibility falls on Robin Van Persie’s shoulders. Fortunately for both Arsenal and Arsene Wenger, the Dutchman appears able to handle such pressure.

This game was ultimately decided by one man, and Arsenal’s season will be defined by whether they can convince the 28-year-old to sign a new contract at the club before the summer.