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Robin van Perise (Arsenal) Steve Foster (Doncaster)
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Robin van Perise (Arsenal) Steve Foster (Doncaster)
Doncaster Rovers 2:2 Arsenal. (Arsenal won 3:1 on Penalties). Carline League Cup, Round 5. Earth Stadium, Doncaster, 21/12/05. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this photograph, the intensity of the Carling Cup clash between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers at Earth Stadium in Doncaster on December 21,2005, comes to life. The image features Robin van Persie of Arsenal in a focused determination as he prepares to take a penalty kick during the shootout that followed a 2-2 draw in the fifth round of the Carling Cup. His opponent, Steve Foster of Doncaster Rovers, is shown in the background, also fully engaged in the high-pressure situation. The Carling Cup, now known as the EFL Cup, is one of the oldest domestic football competitions in England, and this encounter between the Premier League giants Arsenal and League One side Doncaster Rovers proved to be an intriguing one. The regular 90 minutes of play ended in a 2-2 stalemate, sending the teams into a nerve-wracking penalty shootout. Van Persie, then a rising star at Arsenal, stepped up to the spot with the weight of the team on his shoulders. The atmosphere at Earth Stadium was electric, and the tension was palpable as the Dutch international prepared to make his attempt. Foster, the Doncaster goalkeeper, was determined to deny Arsenal the victory, but ultimately, van Persie's composure and skill shone through, as he confidently slotted the ball home, securing Arsenal's progression to the next round. This photograph encapsulates the drama and excitement of a cup competition, with both players locked in a battle of wills, and the outcome of the game hanging in the balance. It serves as a reminder of the unpredictability and thrill of football, and the crucial role that mental fortitude and focus play in determining the outcome of a match.
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