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03rd Oct 2015

The ‘Wenger out’ brigade may want to consider this incredible statistic

Perspective

Nooruddean Choudry

Arsene Wenger is once again under fire from certain sections of the Arsenal fanbase.

Although the majority of Gooners are still staunchly behind their French manager, a vocal minority are always ready to make their voices heard as soon as the side falters.

Their disappointing 3-2 defeat at home to Olympiakos in the Champions League in the week was further fuel to the ‘Wenger Out’ ire…

https://twitter.com/AFCOllie/status/648954968087642113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Everyone is of course entitled to their point of view, but some would suggest that such talk is a little disrespectful of the most successful manager in Arsenal’s history.

Disgruntled fans only need look at Man United’s fortunes since Sir Alex Ferguson retired for an example of how everything can go to pot once the paternal figure at a major club calls it a day.

It is also perhaps worth considering this remarkable stat about Wenger’s reign in North London. When you put in the context of Arsenal’s celebrated history, it is truly are testament to the man they call Le Professeur…

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