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Robin van Persie (Arsenal) Ovidiu Petre (Steaua)
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Robin van Persie (Arsenal) Ovidiu Petre (Steaua)
Robin van Persie (Arsenal) Ovidiu Petre (Steaua). Steaua Bucharest 0:1 Arsenal. UEFA Champions League. Group H. Steaua Stadium, Bucharest, 2/10/07. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / Stuart MacFarlane
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In this image, Dutch international striker Robin van Persie of Arsenal Football Club is seen celebrating a hard-fought victory against Romanian champions Steaua Bucharest in the UEFA Champions League group stage match held at Steaua Stadium in Bucharest on October 2,2007. With a determined look in his eyes, Van Persie raises his arms in triumph as his teammates and fans cheer in the background. This was a crucial match for both teams, as they battled it out in Group H of the UEFA Champions League. Arsenal, under the management of Arsène Wenger, were looking to secure their place in the knockout stages, while Steaua Bucharest, led by their Romanian coach, Dorinel Munteanu, were aiming to cause an upset and claim all three points. The first half of the match was evenly balanced, with both teams creating chances. However, it was Arsenal who broke the deadlock in the 58th minute, as Van Persie capitalized on a defensive error to slot the ball past the Steaua goalkeeper. The goal proved to be the decisive moment in the game, as Arsenal held on to secure a narrow 1-0 victory. This victory was a significant one for Arsenal, as it kept them in contention for a place in the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League. Van Persie's goal was a crucial one, and his celebration in this image perfectly encapsulates the relief and joy felt by the Arsenal players and fans at the time. Overall, this image is a testament to the passion, determination, and skill that is synonymous with the beautiful game of football.
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