‘The Arsenal way’ is probably best described by quotes from the players and manager
Teamwork
“Even when the game looked to become easy we kept good concentration on the quality of our performance. That’s really enjoyable to watch because the players do not think ‘OK, it’s easy now’, and start to become more individualistic. They are not there to be show-offs… they play a good collective game. “ – Arsene Wenger after beating Derby 5-0.
“We know Robin can score special goals but overall we created many chances and what I like is that we developed good team play.” – Arsene Wenger
Mentality
“Cesc Fabregas set up two goals and scored once again. This season he can’t stop scoring whereas before he could not score enough. That shows the importance of what goes on in your head.” – Arsene Wenger on Cesc Fabreags after beating Tottenham 1-3.
Attitude
“Unfortunately we conceded a bad goal when David Dunn’s shot slipped through the fingers of Jens Lehmann. Of course he was really unhappy with it and was really down in the dressing room afterwards. It was one of those occasions when I don’t need to tell him he made a mistake, he is an intelligent boy and he knows that. But we do not want to blame him today. We want to take the positives from our behaviour.” – A Wenger after 1-1 draw with Blackburn.
The Arsenal Way’ – An interview with Robin van Persie
“What we are doing at Arsenal at all levels is unique throughout Europe.
It is just a tremendous joy to be playing as part of this team on the training ground or on the pitch.
I love the way we play and the fact that so many people want to come and watch us.
When I came to Arsenal I was a bit of an individual but the Boss taught me how to become a team player.
It’s the same with all the new arrivals at Arsenal. you are gradually introduced into the side and you slowly start to think the Arsenal way. No one else plays like that!” – Robin van Persie – September 2007