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Abou Diaby scores Arsenals 1st goal past Pepe Reina
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Abou Diaby scores Arsenals 1st goal past Pepe Reina
Abou Diaby scores Arsenals 1st goal past Pepe Reina, under pressure from Xabi Alonso and Martin Skrtel (Liverpool). Liverpool 4:2 Arsenal. UEFA Champions League. Quarter Final 2nd Leg. Anfield, Liverpool, 8/4/08. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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Great photo capturing a pivotal moment in Arsenal's 2008 UEFA Champions League quarterfinal second leg match against Liverpool at Anfield. In this image, Abou Diaby (#16) is seen celebrating after scoring Arsenal's first goal, breaking through Liverpool's strong defense and putting one past Pepe Reina (#1) in the Liverpool goal. The French midfielder's goal came at a crucial point in the game, as Arsenal trailed 3-0 from the first leg and needed to score multiple goals to advance. The photograph also highlights the intense pressure applied by Liverpool players Xabi Alonso (#15) and Martin Skrtel (#18) on Diaby during the build-up to the goal. The Liverpool duo were determined to prevent Arsenal from scoring and keep their team's lead intact. Despite the pressure, Diaby managed to maintain his composure and find the back of the net, giving Arsenal a glimmer of hope in the tie. This goal marked a turning point in the match, as Arsenal went on to score two more goals to level the aggregate score at 4-4, forcing the game into extra time. Ultimately, Arsenal emerged as the victors, securing their spot in the Champions League semifinals with a 5-4 aggregate win. This iconic image serves as a reminder of Diaby's crucial contribution to Arsenal's historic comeback and their journey in Europe's premier club competition.
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