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Abou Diaby (Arsenal) Stiliyan Petrov (Aston Villa). Arsenal 3: 0 Aston Villa
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Abou Diaby (Arsenal) Stiliyan Petrov (Aston Villa). Arsenal 3: 0 Aston Villa
Abou Diaby (Arsenal) Stiliyan Petrov (Aston Villa). Arsenal 3:0 Aston Villa, Barclays Premier League, Emirates Stadium, Arsenal Football Club, London, 27/12/2009. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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In this image, two midfield maestros, Abou Diaby of Arsenal and Stiliyan Petrov of Aston Villa, lock eyes during the Barclays Premier League clash between the two teams at Emirates Stadium on December 27, 2009. The tension between the two players is palpable as they prepare for a crucial battle in the heart of the midfield. The stage was set for an enthralling encounter, with Arsenal looking to extend their lead at the top of the table, while Aston Villa aimed to upset the applecart and boost their own prospects. Diaby, a powerful and versatile midfielder, had been a key figure for the Gunners throughout the season, while Petrov, a veteran Bulgarian international, was renowned for his tenacity and passing ability. As the referee blew his whistle to signal the start of the second half, both players knew that the next 45 minutes would be pivotal in determining the outcome of the match. The crowd at Emirates Stadium held their breath as the two midfielders squared off, each determined to outshine the other. However, it was Arsenal who emerged victorious, with Diaby playing a crucial role in their dominance. Goals from Andrey Arshavin, Robin van Persie, and Theo Walcott sealed a comfortable 3-0 win for the home side, with Diaby's energetic displays in the midfield laying the foundation for their success. Petrov, to his credit, put in a valiant effort for Aston Villa, but on this occasion, he and his teammates were unable to prevent Arsenal from claiming all three points. This image captures the intensity and passion of a Premier League derby, with two world-class midfielders locked in a battle that would go down in the annals of Arsenal and Aston Villa history.
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