Nigel Winterburn sees Arsenal making progress despite Liverpool defeat

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·9 settembre 2025

Nigel Winterburn sees Arsenal making progress despite Liverpool defeat

Arsenal’s defeat to Liverpool before the international break has raised new questions about their credentials to challenge for silverware this season. Following a summer transfer window in which the club strengthened significantly, supporters have come to expect consistent victories, particularly in fixtures against other members of the Premier League’s top six.

The clash at Anfield was anticipated as a key test of Arsenal’s progress under Mikel Arteta, and many believed the Gunners could extend their unbeaten run against elite opposition. In reality, it was a tightly contested encounter, with both sides cancelling each other out for long spells. Many observers felt a draw would have been the fairest result on the day.

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A Moment of Brilliance Settled the Contest

Liverpool ultimately secured victory thanks to a stunning free kick from Dominik Szoboszlai. The Hungarian international delivered a strike of exceptional quality, leaving David Raya with no chance of making a save.

For Arsenal, the result was disappointing, particularly given the fine margins that decided the game. Supporters left frustrated that such a narrow contest turned against them, and the loss inevitably sparked discussion over whether Arteta’s side is genuinely progressing as expected this season.

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Winterburn’s Perspective on Arsenal’s Progress

Despite the setback, former Arsenal defender Nigel Winterburn has offered a more measured assessment of the situation. As quoted by Hayters, he explained: “It looked all over as a nil-nil. Most people would have gone away saying, ‘two top teams, very cagey’. But because we lost, suddenly it’s all about whether Arteta got his tactics wrong. I find that quite amusing. We’re not coaches, we don’t see training every day. To me, it’s about building consistency and belief. That will come.”

Winterburn’s comments highlight the importance of perspective in the early stages of the campaign. While defeats in high-profile fixtures inevitably draw criticism, consistency across the season will ultimately define Arsenal’s success.

With many matches still to come, patience and belief remain central to Arsenal’s ambitions. Though supporters are eager to see immediate results, Winterburn’s remarks serve as a reminder that building a winning side is a long-term process, and one narrow defeat should not overshadow the broader progress made.

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