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Alex Hleb and Mathieu Flamini (Arsenal) line up before the match
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Alex Hleb and Mathieu Flamini (Arsenal) line up before the match
Villarreal 0:0 Arsenal. UEFA Cup 1/2 Final, 2nd Leg, El Madrigal Stadium, Villarreal, 25/4/06. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this evocative photograph, the tension before the UEFA Cup semifinal second leg match between Villarreal and Arsenal is palpable as the Gunners' players, including Alex Hleb and Mathieu Flamini, line up before taking to the pitch at El Madrigal Stadium on April 25,2006. With the score tied at 0-0 from the first leg, the stakes were high for both teams, but Arsenal, buoyed by their home victory, were favored to advance to the final. Hleb, a Belarusian international winger, had joined Arsenal the previous summer from Borussia Dortmund, bringing with him a wealth of experience and skill. His ability to create scoring opportunities and link up play with his teammates made him a valuable asset to the Arsenal attack. In this image, he stands confidently, his gaze focused on the field ahead, ready to contribute to the team's efforts. Flamini, a French midfielder, had been with Arsenal since 2004, and his tenacity and determination on the pitch were well known. His ability to win the ball and distribute it effectively made him an essential component of the Arsenal midfield. In this photograph, he is seen adjusting his captain's armband, a sign of his leadership and responsibility as the team's skipper for the evening. As the teams make their final preparations before the match, the atmosphere is electric, with the crowd's anticipation building to a fever pitch. The players exchange words of encouragement and focus on their strategies, knowing that the next 90 minutes could determine their fate in the competition. The stage is set for an exciting and unforgettable night of football.
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