2. Arsenal’s lack of game management proves costly
Arsenal fans have certainly been patient so far this season, both with Wenger and the players, but if they continue in this fashion, then their patience might just run out very quickly. They say that to err is human. While that is certainly committing the same mistakes over and over again, without learning from it is certainly criminal and Arsenal have been guilty of that far too often this season.
While it is true that the club have been decimated by injuries, there is certainly no excuse for going all gung-ho when you are chasing the game. While it was important to get a goal back, the Gunners just left themselves exposed far too often against a United side whose main strengths were in attack. At times, it was two against two at the back, with the rest pushed forward in attack. As good as Giroud’s goal was, no one can deny the fact that the home side could have very well lost the game 3-0 or 4-0. Not only did they not take their chances in the first half, but also showed a striking lack of discipline while defending. That was in complete contrast to United, who even without several key defenders, showed desire and discipline can get you through the line.