The growing trend of shocking defending in the Premier League was in full swing at Stamford Bridge yesterday, as Arsenal ran out 5-3 winners. Arsene Wenger hailed Robin van Persie’s display and believes the Dutchman is on fire at the moment, while Andre Villas-Boas was quick to rule out that the race row has had little to do with John Terry’s concentration levels yesterday. A timely slip by the Chelsea skipper opened the door for Van Persie to put Arsenal 4-3 ahead.
Elsewhere in the news Ferguson claims it is about time United won 1-0; Taraabt calls upon Warnock for greater protection, while Dave Whelan sparks outrage with comments.
Ferguson: It’s about time we won 1-0 – Guardian
Wenger: Van Persie is on fire – Guardian
Manchester City will accept £25m for Tevez – Daily Telegraph
Petr Cech lost plot in tunnel bust-up with QPR players – People
‘Foreign player influx biggest change in football’ – Daily Telegraph
I believe it was racist! Rio breaks his silence – Daily Mail
Moyes makes move to bring Pienaar back to Goodison – People
AVB: Race row didn’t cause Terry howler – Mirror
Ferdinand is left to sweat on bleak future as Vidic takes all the plaudits – Daily Mail
Taarabt pleads with QPR gaffer Warnock to protect him from abuse – People
Krasic: Manchester United transfer rumours don’t interest me – Metro
David Whelan sparks outrage saying players ‘out of order’ to complain about race reference – People
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