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Fran Merida (Arsenal) Kevin McDonald (Burnley)
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Fran Merida (Arsenal) Kevin McDonald (Burnley)
Fran Merida (Arsenal) Kevin McDonald (Burnley). Burnley 2:0 Arsenal. Crling Cup, Quarter Final. Turf Moor, Burnley, 2/12/08. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this evocative photograph, the intensity of the Carling Cup Quarter Final match between Burnley and Arsenal at Turf Moor on February 12, 2008, is palpable. The image captures a pivotal moment in the game, with Burnley's Kevin McDonald and Arsenal's Fran Merida locked in a fierce battle for possession of the ball. The atmosphere at Turf Moor was electric, as the underdog Burnley team looked to upset the formidable Arsenal side. The Gunners, who had been in fine form throughout the 2008-09 season, were determined to advance to the next round of the Carling Cup. Despite Arsenal's dominance in possession, Burnley's tenacious defense, led by McDonald, kept them at bay. In this moment, McDonald, with his strong tackle, denies Merida the opportunity to launch an Arsenal attack. The crowd roars in approval, sensing that their team might just pull off an upset. Merida, a young and promising Arsenal midfielder, looks frustrated but determined, as he tries to regain control of the ball. The expression on his face speaks volumes about the high stakes of this crucial encounter. The photograph encapsulates the passion and commitment of both teams, as they fought for victory in this exciting Carling Cup Quarter Final match. Ultimately, it was Burnley who emerged victorious, with a 2-0 win that stunned the football world. This photograph serves as a reminder of the unpredictability and excitement of football, where underdogs can defy the odds and giants can be brought down.
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