The game against Newcastle highlighted the biggest difference between this season and last – Arsenal absolutely dominated from the first whistle.

Last season The Arsenal were seen as exciting. Flying out of the traps and trying to take the lead as early as possible and we’re perceived as being in control due to this. However the excitement was added to when this didn’t work and The Arsenal were then chasing a game after going behind. The most exciting of these being the home game v Bournemouth where it took an injury time winner from Reiss Nelson to finally turn the game around to 3-2

This lack of control was highlighted further with points dropped against both Liverpool and West Ham which both should have been won with better control of the game.

This season, control is the watch word. Except for the games away to Fulham and Porto The Arsenal have had control in all games this season and since the turn of the year have had it for nigh on close to 90 minutes except the Porto game. 

Even the games lost against West Ham (at home), Newcastle and Villa (away) and the home draw against Fulham, we should have won or at least not lost because of the chances we have created.

The Newcastle game was like watching men v boys and has certainly filled me with confidence that we are seeing something very special being built. It may not be this season, as I’m always pessimistic when it comes to Man City, however with further strengthening in depth the next few seasons will be very exciting.

When I watch The Arsenal now I’m mostly optimistic due to the confidence that we will concede very few chances, whilst creating many high quality chances.

We are on the cusp of something very special and it is very exciting to be watching this team grow and once again be part of something special with The Arsenal.

Liam