Why Beating Porto Is HUGE For Arsenal

It took a David Raya save in the penalty shootout, but Arsenal are through to the Champions League Quarter Finals. But while the tie ended 1-1 over both legs, simply turning around the initial deficit represented an enormous victory for Mikel Arteta. Adam Clery looks at why Porto were such a difficult proposition for the Gunners, and why finding a way past them bodes incredibly well for the remainder of the season.
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[@lfmm97]

Porto fan here. Disappointed with the defeat but glad that we were able to put up a fight against one of, if not possibly the best team in the world currently. The better team went through and you deserved the win, so congratulations. Hope you go on to win the entire thing now and I do think Arsenal are capable of that, there's absolutely no reason why you shouldn't feel confident in winning it all. I genuinely think that the people who say things like "this was against Porto, against stronger opposition you'll lose" are sounding more and more like modern day dinosaurs to me that haven't caught up with the fact that the gap between the top teams and everyone else has decreased over the years, football is played to an insanely high standard now throughout pretty much all Champions League teams, and even teams outside of it. It is becoming more and more difficult for teams to dominate, let alone be consistent enough to stay at the top. There's also this narrative that happens every single time an underdog performs better than expected where people go "Arsenal played poorly, they could barely beat Porto!" instead of actually giving the other team credit and acknowledging that they played well, and more importantly that Arsenal performed even better and were able to pull through against a team that looked very hard to beat. Both teams played well and Arsenal showed they have the composure and the discipline to perform in uncomfortable situations whilst also managing to win. When it mattered most they delivered, and that's that, so I really do think there's no reason why you can't be European champions.

[@traida111]

respect bro, i seen people complain about our players performance, and im like, thats because Porto are that good, they set up to make these player struggle and it worked. Your team was tough man, for real

[@theoggunner]

Thanks for the wishes mate, and you guys have got some incredible players as well. Wendell is an absolute gem and so is pepe. I know it seems pretty outlandish currently but I hope you win the league!

[@allenlopez9731]

I thought Pepe was man of the match: just unbelievable, and at 41!

[@Khars14]

Exactly, back in the days when tactics in football were barely seen, most of the good teams fully relied on players’ quality. Thanks to those legendary managers (e.g Cruyff), modern football has evolved to be a strategical sports, players can be trained to play different systems and formations and managers can switch among tactics depending on the opponent they are facing. Therefore, we can see teams like Luton went head to head with big 6 teams in premier league. What I am trying to say is, even though sometimes there is a noticeable skill gap of players between two opposing teams, the underdog may find a system/ formation to counter the tactic of those juggernauts and eventually outperform them. Same thing happens with this Porto team, their midblock restricted our midfield and limited many of our possible chances. We, all the football fans, have to give credit to them for creating so many problems to Arsenal and stop saying ‘it’s just Porto we are facing’. They played well and we still came through. That’s it.

[@cazorla82]

@@allenlopez9731 Exactly both Pepe and Arteta are from the same generation. One is still an active player whearas another one is a manager.

[@justiniath]

I consume way too much football themed KZbin media and not one outlined so clearly the Declan/Ødegaard heat maps and touches like this. I think it’s the second time you have impressed me like this. Good job.

[@FourFourTwo]

Thanks man!

[@777starchild8]

I say it was a blessing in disguise to get Porto at this stage of the cup with their type of style.. Coz it was a necessary shock to the system before we meet up with a much stronger opponent. They were the perfect enemy to push us in a way that would cause growth in our players mentally and physically

[@sigfigronath]

you could argue facing brentford was also a great practise for this

[@fangdog29]

​@@sigfigronath feel like Porto are a different league to Brentford. Porto genuinely felt unbreakable

[@777starchild8]

@@sigfigronath definetly... I think those two games have helped us

[@777starchild8]

@@sigfigronath and also other opponents have seen this as a weakness.. (Facing low blocks)... And they will tend to change their tactics against us to exploit it and that's when it will be to our advantage because 1.we have experience from it and 2. The opponent will be out of their natural elements

[@barugambireismailismail1688]

​@@fangdog29porto is just like athletico madrid ,they always be about physic and dirty play till the ref minds

[@TheLouisrich]

That midblock was absolutely insufferable, couldn't generate any momentum or string any of our rhythmic patterns of play together. Saka was marked out of the game and infuriating, called for Jesus to replace Trossard even after his goal. Gabriel's long passes were overhit every time and the team just seemed very on edge in terms of playing vertically and progressing through with those line-breaking passes. Styles do make fights and I hope that Arteta can learn lessons from this and counteract or implement Porto's style depending on the situation. Etihad away. But it's crucial now that we get our squad fully healthy and up to speed for this run-in. Need Timber, Partey, Jesus all fit and firing for the last few months. COYG!💪

[@user-xn3bp7ek5m]

The mid block was the same as first legs, nothing special to me we won 2-0 the call on havertz to disallow the odegaard goal was hypocritical when saka was not being well defended he was being fouled with the same jersey pulling and illegal contact from the back all game. We had 3 clear front of goal opportunities that we didn't finish the break through was there, build up plays on edge of box, I'm not sure we were watching the same game because it was vice versa, we rarely had the ball in our half we disrupted every play and made them lose possession constantly with the on going pressure. It was our control and defense that was too strong for them. Our offense shouldve finished some of the chances we had in front of goal but all in all it was a great learning experience for the young lads. A few flaws that need to be worked on but man I appreciate the step up in physicality we played with and the fucking maturity these players have in that penalty shootout, props to RAYYYAAA THE LEGEND😂 That man proved himself in an insane way. Very big for the club.

[@popazman5059]

Well said brother. ​@@user-xn3bp7ek5m

[@janakipejov3667]

I dont believe timber and partey are getting into any games this season

[@DEEDUBZ]

Man City would've destroyed Porto in the 1st Leg, and Liverpool. This is why The Arsenal NEED Ivan Toney for these type of games. Raya and Toney's combination was excellent, and brought the best out of them both. Toney SHOULD be Arteta's priority in the Summer. Those Long Balls from Raya to Toney was super effective and would've helped in Games like the 1st Leg; and would help in the Prem Run-in (where Teams have more time to study you).

[@gustavohenriqueperez]

@@DEEDUBZ he is not coming

[@pratiklakhotia4877]

Odegard had 6 passes in the first half, and he made it count by getting that Ozil-esque assist to Trossard. Amazing stuff from the captain.

[@mattlamb]

Really feels like the sort of game Arsenal would have lost last season.

[@FourFourTwo]

Exactly

[@fromtheblonx]

Totally. I'd argue that we wouldn't have beaten Brentford in the same situation too. There's something different about this team and I'm loving it!

[@WalecznyChasyd]

Yeah it really feels like if Arsenal played a Portuguese side at home in the second leg of a European Round of 16 last season, they probably would have lost it, on penalties perhaps.

[@jockofthebush]

@@WalecznyChasyd Captain Obvious here everyone 👏

[@BMoneyUK]

Or at any point in the last 10 years lol

[@CarlieGuss]

After the match Raya and Ramsdale were there hugging like 2 brothers. I don't know why nobody saw that

[@bellyofthebeatz1278]

They won't talk about it because it's positive.

[@sundayescape]

It doesn´t fit the narrative.

[@melaninbotswana2474]

It's the same thing in life people always look for negativity 😢it's a bad spirit to have

[@sultanabran1]

the headline won't sell

[@Ben_Gunner]

Think every media outlet has mentioned that mate.

[@NorthLondonForeverCOYG]

Porto’s mid-block was efficient. I also noticed that Ødegård and Havertz weren’t actually pressing like they do in other matches. Arteta in his press conference stated that they prepare for every scenario. This means Arteta knew this would go into extra time. He probably instructed his front players just to block the passing lanes and not press which may have started a counter attack and exhausted the players. Wendell was great. Pepe was brilliant. Showing that his hair turned white for a reason. Evanilson, Galeno, Conceição are a good trio. There are two legs for a reason. To learn and adapt for the next leg.

[@FourFourTwo]

Great shout

[@NorthLondonForeverCOYG]

@@FourFourTwoThanks man. You and Woklz inspire me to be a football analyst.

[@kmart93]

Havertz was so gassed by the end of the game as it was. If he was pressing the way he typically does there is no way he goes 120 min + PKs. I love how Arteta prepares this team

[@Anigeriantakewithdeo]

Porto is IMPRESSIVE. So good. Fans who assumed we would run them riot have no clue how football works. We may get 5 past City before we get 2 past this Porto side. Incredibly stealthy set up.

[@yolo7349]

Difference between Arteta and Wenger. Wenger never bothered to look at his opponents strategy. The other argument is that Wenger didn’t have as much funds as Arteta also

[@Qlicky]

It's not beating them, it's how we beat them. Composed, patient and resilient. They showed they can dig deep and make it count when it counts. An extremely mature performance from a young squad.

[@04foreverinvincible69]

So it is beating them … bro let’s not disrespect Porto they’re a good team experienced too so beating them with all the tricks they came with they gave us valuable experience

[@themanmachine125]

agreed, also think it’s worth mentioning that we managed to get it done with both saka and saliba dropping stinkers. they’re so crucial for us that if you told me that they both put in 4/10 performances in a must win CL game, i would be sure that meant we lost. huge result for the development of the squad and will really reinforce a winning mentality

[@Anigeriantakewithdeo]

Again. A young Squad.

[@tt11138]

lol Talking like Porto are Real Madrid

[@themanmachine125]

@@tt11138it has nothing to do with who the opponent is really, at this stage of the competition you're going to be up against a quality, well-drilled side. as a young team who hasn't been here before it's a new frontier and they showed their minerals, the one thing everyone said they didn't have. i know you're probably just being a hater and don't even deserve a proper response but still, that's what it is

[@SheikhAamirAhsan]

Odegaard threading that passes to Trossard through the eye of a needle. That's the class, the genius of Odegaard. Simply top quality!

[@TheDazzler82]

Declan Rice said the biggest lesson he learnt since joining Arsenal was “how to stand still” as he was so used to being all action at West Ham. Holding your position might not make for a great looking stats or on the eye like Odegards 6 passes in the first half but unlike the first leg where he was dropping deep to get in the ball more but it was out of position in areas he couldn’t hurt Porto, while tonight he held his position and was then in position to make the telling pass to Trossard. That’s what was most impressive the maturity and discipline to stick to the gamelan for the hood of the team even if it’s hurting your individual game. This is how a team wins things, when the collective comes first. Sorry for the long comment but I just love this young teams mentality, whatever happens this season I’m proud of their development.

[@RGSMANIA]

Far too many people giving porto and specifically pepe no respect. That has got to be by far the best cb performance a 41 year olds ever put in. By far portos best player defensively, he really was great.

[@gsz86]

As a gooner I'm bias but, what a fantastic break down of the Arsenal, great work, love this channel.

[@FourFourTwo]

🤝🏻 appreciate it

[@highspeedrailenjoyer1045]

Gooner?

[@nnenne1]

@@highspeedrailenjoyer1045yes gooner

[@traida111]

@@highspeedrailenjoyer1045The gooners support the gunners :D

[@highspeedrailenjoyer1045]

@@nnenne1 what does he mean by gooner(not the other type of gooning)

[@ahmaddeeni]

Tears in my eyes man, not only a manager that tactically adapts but a team that can adapt to those shifts so effectively. Even if we fall short again this season, Arteta is doing a magnificent job. We’re challenging on the big stage!

[@tx3_smaug205]

Good luck for Arsenal for the rest of a season That was 2 really good games and love the respect between those 2 teams Cheers from a Porto fan 💙

[@xperiaX10Android]

210 minutes for 1-1

[@n8mogan]

Adam your analysis of EPL games is riveting and extremely insightful. Please continue, sir 💪

[@FourFourTwo]

Thanks, will do!

[@Kobble8]

On top of that, their defence still remains one of the best in Europe

[@chasefry7904]

ppl that are saying "arsenal barely beat porto" porto is a class team with a fantastic defensive shape that is super hard to break down, but ppl will continue to hate

[@jfmgunner]

There are a lot of football pundits out there, both on KZbin and on tv. I'll come right out and say it, none are as good as Adam Clery. Simply the most insightful and clearly explained analysis out there. And he seems like a nice lad on top of it all. Thank you for your videos, I look forward to them every week!

[@Firescizor]

I'm honestly really proud of what my Porto managed to do against what is the most underrated Arsenal side I've ever seen. This team means real business and the Prem better take it seriously, otherwise you'll be watching history in the making this year. But truthfully, for what has been a season to forget for Porto (3rd in the League, lost almost all chances of silverware, terrible upper managing from the President and his direction, coupled with tensions between the fans over the upcoming elections) at least I can be proud that we always manage to be an opponent that's taken seriously in the Champions League, and that we still can bring some solace and good look to the Portuguese League in an European setting 💪 RASSA DE DRAGÃO 🐉

[@justalffie]

I think sometimes the quiet games for Saka are taken as Saka not being good instead of looking at it as teams knowing that if the stifle Saka, they stifle Arsenal .. and sure enough .. when Saka is manhandled, Arsenal are not as effective .. especially when Martinelli isn't on the other side .. I think it's testament to Saka's presence that teams have a game plan to silence him .. maybe it's just a matter of the whole team to pick that up and rotate to force the opposition to re-evaluate their plan .. but I think it's more Saka being targeted than him being quiet ..

[@B1G_Dave]

It's crucial against teams like Porto, that Arsenal have more than just one ball progressor in the defensive line. I still think Mikel will persist with Partey in a fullback slot and next season Timber will add much more in game flexibility to Arsenal's build up.

[@ryanfinnerty6239]

Zinchenko was needed

[@Beeejamin96]

Loads of fans from other clubs are heavily disrespecting Porto. The two games against them were easily the hardest games we’ve played all season. Horrible team to play against

[@Luso00_]

Conceicao out coached Arteta.

[@Beeejamin96]

@@Luso00_ and his team are now out of the champions league. Good job

[@Luso00_]

@@Beeejamin96 Through the lottery of penalty shootout

[@Beeejamin96]

@@Luso00_ if he clearly out coached Arteta his team should’ve scored 1 more goal than us

[@fromtheblonx]

Quality channel this mate. Keep it up! You deserve to grow🙌

[@Sizdothyx]

The weird thing is that you can beat the mid-block. It wouldn't have been viable 20 years ago. You just need the individual brilliance and pace ala Ronaldinho, Henry and Giggs. I'm not saying that football in this era is better or worse, but the compact nature of today's game has basically nullified the importance of flair against the priority on technique and control. Mid-blocks would not have worked 20 years ago the way that the two-man striker team wouldn't work today, but against Porto's defense, all it really would need would be one crazy South American deciding to take their man on; the thing with the mid-block is that if the individual breaks down the high-line from deep, after the second player, he's basically through on goal ... but that kind of individualism is also detrimental against teams with a strong press and requires a regroup to counter, so teams don't really use it. It's telling that only Mbappe is left that can do that consistently. Even Vinicius slows down more than he speeds up, but that's to the benefit of the Real Madrid squad. The game is beautiful.

[@GraemeWatkins]

Your analysis is just spot on and on top of that you make it so very clear and easy to understand… thanks for that old chap!!

[@raymanLENG]

been waiting for your videos on Arsenal since sunday!

[@MrGoldensoles]

These vids are getting greater and greater

[@taffydimples]

I thoroughly enjoy yo videos coz u make us understand and appreciate football more unlike the mainstream media that always focuses on the noise and circus around football and not the football itself

[@jfedererj]

The best tactical analysis of Arsenal on KZbin, along with Catsenal. Great video again, mate. Keep up the good work!

[@VERITASnpg]

The simple solution against the mid block is Zinchenko. He can and does carry the ball to the middle and sets up Ø in the offense end. It’s that defending that’s got us all in love with what Twivor is doing back there. I think the double switch with Partey Zinchenko vs Jorginho Twivor. I’m excited to see if Timber can do Zinchenkos job with 80% less defensive mistakes

[@donbosko2684]

Really enjoyed your first leg analysis, and I was waiting for this ☝️.

[@dazagib94]

Another great video, Adam! Keep it up!

[@griffinlynch3655]

Dude, fantastic video. Thanks

[@ollie5464]

This channel is one my favourite footballing analysis shows anywhere. Top stuff.

[@jazziepha206]

Thanks Adam!! Your breakdowns are the best!!

[@alana4222]

Love the quality of your eval

[@tsvetelin6556]

This channel is pure gold‼️

[@danecamille7988]

Excellent video. Great content!

[@hywel4767]

Fantastic analysis, watched the game, knew they made it difficult but didnt understand the technicalities of why it was so hard specifically and this explained it superbly. Great job

[@kasmudi14]

And then, every detail looks amazing. That's how every game was so exiting to watch. Thanks for your videos, Sir. Appreciate it 🌊

[@FourFourTwo]

My pleasure 🤝🏻

[@abdullahaanawaleh]

Lovely breakdown. Keep it up!

[@allelaw7015]

This is the only football channel I take seriously. I listen carefully to understand what is being put up for consumption. Thanks, mate

[@David-jh6kf]

I’m glad you made all the points you made after the tactical insight because I completely agree with them all. Even throwing in “the disallowed goal”

[@nickdeve]

Great video thank you for your analysis

[@vimald4846]

First time across this channel. It is one the best breakdowns I have seen. Well done!

[@brianmulenga4072]

Man, your analysis is soo clear. You have just added one subscription to your channel.

[@christophery8927]

Good analysis!

[@andrewnordstrom3565]

Great analysis, thanks! 8:00 Wendell's effectiveness started because the referee let him get away with absolute murder. 3m 10s into the match, Saka is driving in from the flank toward the box, Wendell has a borderline yellow/red card tackle that the referee doesn't even call for a foul. That set the tone for the rest of the match. Even though his play was dirty, I don't blame Wendell - you take what the referee gives you.

[@hetiolic]

Pathetic

[@thepurplesband]

Brilliant video, as usual.

[@Fayosptetto]

Dude I love your videos, you're easily one of the best football tactic channels. Keep it like that! And COYG.

[@nickbean693]

Brilliant analysis as usual

[@user-nu7on8ob4m]

I feel that the majority of Arsenal's issues against set defenses could be solved with better width. Time and again, their inverted wingers will drag defenders infield, leaving acres of space down the flanks...but since the fullbacks are inverted, there's no one to overlap.

[@FourFourTwo]

Yeah you suspect if Tierney was still there that’s something they’d have tried this season

[@jockofthebush]

Did you miss how many times Benny Blanco was bombing down the wing?

[@S14N9LS]

When I was watching the shootout last night, I kept thinking of the video where you guys talked about the way Arsenal take pens and I realized they'd be just fine. I had no idea Raya was gonna be such a beast but I had faith in the shooters to stay cool under pressure. I hate New Castle but I've been watching Adam since he was making videos for What Culture Gaming and the respect is real. Thanks for the great breakdown and the years of entertainment and information.

[@scotthamilton9515]

Another great video from our main man Adam Clery!

[@BarnyWaterg8]

We need to put more respect on FC Porto. Their manager is a head case but he put together a squad that stifled our attack over 210 minutes. We only scored once over that period. Incredible defensive setup.

[@FourFourTwo]

Agreed with McCoist’s like in commentary that Sporting “must be some team” to be clear of these in the league

[@hugofernandes2930]

@@FourFourTwothe league is about being regular this year if you asked who is the best team sporting and the most regular same . If you ask me who is the team who every single year has more big team mentality for the good and the bad it’s always Porto, Porto thrives in these kind of matches

[@hugofernandes2930]

@@FourFourTwoalso Gyokeres

[@josecrodrjgues]

@@FourFourTwo Best in league form? Sporting. Best squad in Portugal? Benfica Best overall in Europe? Porto

[@gauthierheroufosse8247]

Very very good analysis indeed like everyone else say! Thanks

[@YAHAYAAWWAL]

THANKS... FOR THE ANALYSIS...WE SUPPORT ARTETA AND THE CLUB AND THE PLAYERS... THEY HAVE PROVEN THEY CAN WIN EVERY TROPHY...UP GUNNERS FROM YANKORI FAMILY NIGERIA 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬

[@SakayoBukayo]

Nice one mate .

[@OOTB]

Excellent. Thanks

[@dennisketer3661]

Expert and exceptional analysis. I think we desperately needed a certain Partey as a force in the mid. J5 was good but i think he was kind of cautious in his possession. Which was required as he was waiting for those Kai runs which we saw during the first 25 mins, but they caught on to that and pressed him immediately he was on the ball. One of Partey's underrated attributes is his dribbling skills and his ability to find the pass in between the lines to create a scenario for a chance creation. He kind of baits opponents to try and press thus opening spaces elsewhere on the pitch. I think his presence would have forced Porto to go to a low block thus giving Saka and Odegaard the freedom they so much needed. I think if we had Jesus and Partey fully fit for this match, we wouldn't have to go to extra time.

[@ryanfinnerty6239]

Partey/Zinny are mid block destroyers

[@ryanfinnerty6239]

Partey/Zinny are mid block destroyers

[@dennisketer3661]

@@ryanfinnerty6239 Spot on!

[@isie1020]

Great content 🎉

[@edwardkamau267]

I love this channel

[@leonmeyers7009]

Adam C. with the good work as always ❤️‍🔥

[@c0mbat15]

Without a doubt, the best tactical analysis available!

[@bronniesboy]

King of tactical insight

[@tusharimdad9595]

MENTALITY! Excellent point. That's the greatest difference with this Arsenal team

[@remijimoh1888]

If an analysis could get an A++, this’d be it. Good job! Subscribed

[@joaoborges6851]

I can't remember if you mentioned it but I believe Porto's CBs are so separated in the heatmaps because they used Diogo Costa to build up a lot

[@akashgooner4892]

❤❤the best analysis bar none

[@andronovm]

Brilliant analysis! Aspecially the importance of timing and composure during penalty shoot-out. Mentality is the key word, as you highlighted. This Arsenal team mentality is growing steadily , and so is its experience and roughness during tough moments. I want haters to deal with the FACT >>> this Arsenal squad mentality is way beyond anybody's imagination of their mentality. Bravo Gunners and Bravo Arteta's coaching team. I LOve this Arsenal team

[@choudhury200991]

Phenomenal analysis - way better than any of the other post-match vids, even the professional pundits! Had no idea about the heatmaps for Øde and Rice and the defensive endeavours of Wendell - crazy!

[@EfraimHill]

Adam you are amazing

[@fahadislam150]

The analysis in these videos blows my mind

[@conorf1995]

Really enjoying the analysis from Adam, I returned to the video about the first leg yesterday as a preview for this game. One criticism though, at 6:52 when talking about how the Porto CBs split wide in the average positions, isn't this all coming from where they took touches in possession building out the back? From what I remember of watching the game the CBs defended in a standard position. Happy to be corrected if I'm wrong, the average position graphics are quite the black box not sure how theyre made.

[@1337sammy]

I think the average position maps take any action into account so passing, tackles etc. I'd imagine the split, wide CB buildup is definitely what created that gap in the average position map

[@richardbaptist5080]

So much better than fan banter

[@xtembo3877]

Another masterclass of tactical analysis 💯

[@davebritton21]

Adam, you’re analysis takes it to the second and third level. It’s such a nice change from the superficial mainstream stuff. Did you notice how Raya dove the same way every pen? I’ve always thought that is a good strategy. If 1 or 2 saves will win it, why not maximize your chances by committing the same way each time? It seems simplistic, but maybe it works??

[@squanchysquanch1840]

Arteta had the squad preparing for pens after the sporting loss last year. In preseason we were doing penalty shootouts after friendlies. Plus the shootout against city in the shield. This is something they’ve worked on and clearly it paid off.

[@MasterofPuppets213]

More fantastic analysis from the best football channel on youtube.

[@FourFourTwo]

🤟🏻

[@pattisonvidal3909]

You're right man. That mid block was tough. The Odegaard goal should have stood.

[@srykextraodinairecreation9962]

Correct. I didnt once see Odegaard drop deep to recieve the ball in 2nd leg. He stay up. So basically Arteta instruct other player to find a away to deliver the ball to final 3rd.

[@garvinhenry7361]

Thingz i observed about My Gunners: team work, ❤🏠, They have an Excellent Manager and Support staff and Owners that believed in Teams

[@billyferaldy]

Best football analysis 🌟

[@golfer5636]

Obviously, the manner in which we gutted it out and dominated penalty period was the key to moving forward. This tested the mettle

[@asachveersingh5831]

Really didn't understand why they didn't put Saka on the left during the game. Trossard moves over to the right and can cut in (like Saka is meant to) and you make the RB face a new challenge

[@jonathanmitchell2824]

This is why we keep getting better because our manager learns from every game we play...he's going to be a great one day!!

[@michaelodonnell3793]

Very well Said And for the sake of good attacking football Thank God we won

[@Cubey15]

While I agree with the Odegaard point … that heatmap neglects to mention Jorginho didn’t play in the first leg. That’s the main why Odegaard was so much deeper. It felt like a mistake on the night and it proved to be. Jorginho must always play …

[@TheWavNG]

Arsenal’s run this season is so great, it might make up for all the years of despair.

[@SergioGonzalez-ct4xe]

NICE PHOTOSHOP SKILLS.

[@Ishouldstudy69]

Not enough people are talking about this!! Even when the game was tied at 1-1 Porto refused to open up, play, and go forward. The second you open up against this Arsenal team, they will tear you to shreds!! Can’t wait to see this Arsenal side go up against a team that opens up and tries to play with them!!

[@Manny_im_Urlaub]

I love a good soft factor vid. Very underrated side of the modern game I feel. Doesn't hurt that tactically Arsenal are very much a modern team!

[@VajdaVilmos625]

Important question: If Portos defensive setup is the achilles heel of this Arsenals attacking style,then whats the inverse? What is the achilles heel (attacking setup wise) of this defensive setup? What team plays like that?

[@kennedybutiko7651]

Thumbs up bro ❤

[@jasonleon1976]

Nailed it. Personally I think Arsenal would prefer a team that comes at them. That is why they won't fear the Madrids or Citys. They will get acres of space.

[@callmeameen3639]

"pun" infused. love your ways

[@brodaciousmax8025]

Just this.... COYG!!!!!

[@barbarycorsair8473]

Sub. I like you thought Porto were a difficult team to beat. In both games Porto were so well organised. Add the fact that both teams had to produce a great quality goal to defeat each other. Fair play to both teams. The assist, the saves, the defending, the midfield from Arsenal all brilliant but Trossard's goal is so well taken with such sans-froid, calmness, pick a spot and put it there, all this in 3 second. Motm to me.

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At 5:47 (Assist Ödegaard) there are 9 ❗️ Porto players in or just close before their own box. That picture alone explains why this was a tough game. Glad we won it 🦾.