Football wins
It was a game which would please both the purists and modernists alike. The sheer intensity and the attacking intent on display was nerve-tingling even for the neutrals. It was a typical humdinger in which the ultimate victor was no one else but football.
Arsene Wenger and Manuel Pellegrini are not known for their tactical prowess. Both the managers believe in playing expansive and silky football. And today was a game which was an exact materialization of their philosophies. It was a game which was bereft of tactical nuances but was played more on impulse and attacking will. Both the teams threw caution to the wind and went toe-to-toe with each other.
Tactical astuteness and proficiency is a must have for any top European manager but today proved that sometimes the only tactic which pleases both fans and players alike is no holds barred attacking football. After all, this is what makes everyone fall in love with the beautiful game.