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Kerrea Gilbert (Arsenal). Arsenal 2: 1 Wigan Athletic
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Kerrea Gilbert (Arsenal). Arsenal 2: 1 Wigan Athletic
Carling League Cup 1/2 Final, 2nd Leg. Wigan won on away goals. Arsenal Stadium, Highbury, London, 24/1/05. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this photograph, Kerrea Gilbert of Arsenal FC is seen in intense focus during the Carling League Cup 1/2 Final, 2nd Leg match against Wigan Athletic, held at the iconic Highbury Stadium in London on January 24,2005. The image, captured by the skilled lens of Arsenal Football Club's photographer David Price, perfectly encapsulates the high stakes of the game as Arsenal fought to advance to the final. The first leg of the fixture had ended in a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for a thrilling second leg at Arsenal's historic home ground. With the away goals rule in effect, both teams knew that every goal would count double, adding to the pressure on the players. Gilbert, a versatile defender for Arsenal, is shown here in a defensive stance, poised to thwart Wigan's attacks. His determined expression and focused gaze convey the intensity and concentration required to excel at the professional level. The crowd, unseen in the photograph, roars in support, their collective energy palpable in the air. Despite Arsenal's best efforts, the match ended in heartbreaking fashion, with Wigan securing the winning goal in injury time and advancing to the final on away goals. The defeat was a bitter pill to swallow for Arsenal fans and players alike, but the team continued to fight on, eventually secururing the FA Cup later that season. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment that both Arsenal FC and its players bring to the pitch, season after season.
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