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Tomas Rosicky (Arsenal) and Gary O Neil (Middlesbrough)
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Tomas Rosicky (Arsenal) and Gary O Neil (Middlesbrough)
Tomas Rosicky (Arsenal) and Gary O Neil (Middlesbrough). Middlesbrough 2:1 Arsenal. Barclays Premier League. Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough, 9/12/07. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / Stuart MacFarlane
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Great photo capturing a pivotal moment in the 2007-2008 Barclays Premier League season between Middlesbrough and Arsenal at Riverside Stadium. In this image, we see two midfield maestros, Tomas Rosicky of Arsenal and Gary O'Neil of Middlesbrough, locked in a battle for possession of the ball. Rosicky, a Czech international known for his technical ability, creativity, and work rate, joined Arsenal in the summer of 2006 from Borussia Dortmund. He quickly became a fan favorite with his dynamic play and silky skills. O'Neil, an English midfielder, had been with Middlesbrough since 2002 and was known for his tenacity, tackling, and passing range. The match on December 9,2007, was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances. In the 21st minute, Rosicky set up Emmanuel Adebayor for Arsenal's opening goal, but Middlesbrough equalized through a header by Tuncay Sanli in the 55th minute. The turning point came in the 72nd minute when Rosicky was fouled in the box, and Eduardo scored the resulting penalty to restore Arsenal's lead. O'Neil tried to rally his team, but they couldn't find an equalizer, and Arsenal held on for a crucial 2-1 victory. This photo encapsulates the intensity and competitiveness of the Premier League, with two skilled midfielders going head-to-head in a high-stakes encounter. The atmosphere at Riverside Stadium is palpable, with the crowd urging their team on. The result was a hard-fought win for Arsenal that kept them in the title race, while Middlesbrough continued their fight against relegation.
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