"I think so." Philip nodded, and they immediately heard the sound of singing and dancing coming from the locker room.
"A last-minute victory over Liverpool! Arsenal advanced to the English League Cup final, facing Cardiff City from the Championship! Wenger is hopeful to bring the team a trophy again after seven years!" — "Football Record"
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After this match, Arsenal only had one game left in their schedule for the month, on January 30th, the 22nd round of the Premier League against Manchester United.
They would have about a six-day rest and preparation period. Whether they could withstand the wave of injuries would depend on the outcome of this last game.
Just how strong Manchester United under the Old Lord is probably doesn't need much elaboration.
Calling this game the toughest in the second half might not be an overstatement.
