Arsenal

2024 - 9 - 20

Null and Void: Arsenal and Atalanta Share a Big Fat Nothing!

Arsenal FC - Atalanta - David Raya - Manchester City - Mikel Arteta - Premier League - UEFA Champions League

Catch the highlights from a scoreless showdown between Arsenal and Atalanta! Did David Raya just become the new hero of the Gunners?

In an anticlimactic encounter at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, Arsenal managed to secure a point against Atalanta with a scoreline that will not make headlines. The Champions League match on September 20, 2024, ended in a 0-0 stalemate, leaving fans scratching their heads instead of celebrating. While both teams had their opportunities, it was Arsenal's goalkeeper David Raya who emerged as the undeniable star of the night, pulling off a remarkable double save that kept Atalanta from clinching the win. It seemed that every time the Gunners looked to score, the Italian side tightened its defensive grip tighter than a wrestling match!

Arsenal opened their Champions League campaign with Mikel Arteta's strategy on full display—defensive resilience. The match saw both teams go back and forth, yet Arsenal's attacking threats rarely shook Atalanta's defense. Fans were treated to a game of cat and mouse, with neither side wanting to risk everything—a tactical dance of sorts where the music simply never hit the right notes. Atalanta might have felt at home in their 0-0 fight, but many could argue it was like being served nothing on a plate when you were expecting a gourmet meal!

As the second half rolled around, tension filled the air like the aroma of fresh espresso wafting through the streets of Italy. The Gunners' attack seemed to fizzle out more often than not, with only glimpses of hope flickering through their forwards. However, thanks to Raya's extraordinary reflexes, Arsenal came away with a draw that felt more like a win. After being peppered with shots, his whirling performance was akin to a magician pulling rabbits out of hats, leaving every Arsenal fan's heart racing!

So what can be gleaned from this story of two teams aiming for glory in the Champions League? While a 0-0 draw might seem like a disappointment, it was a tactical show that highlighted defense over attack. As both clubs gear up for the rest of their European adventure, fans will be holding their breath for more action—and ideally, some goals—when Arsenal hosts Atalanta at the Emirates.

Did you know that Arsenal last qualified for the Champions League in the 2016-2017 season, and this draw marks their first return? Meanwhile, Atalanta has been making waves in Europe, reaching the Champions League knockout stages for the first time in their history just a couple of seasons ago. Eyes are surely glued to future matches as the thrilling competition unfolds!

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Atalanta vs Arsenal LIVE updates, Champions League 2024-25 ... (Sportstar)

ATA vs ARS: Follow live score and updates of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 match between Atalanta and Arsenal from the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo.

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Atalanta v Arsenal: Champions League – live (The Guardian)

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Arsenal ratings: David Raya the star in draw vs. Atalanta - ESPN (ESPN India)

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Atalanta vs Arsenal Stats: Champions League Live | Opta Analyst (The Analyst)

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Atalanta 0-0 Arsenal (20 Sep, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (IN) (ESPN India)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Atalanta vs. Arsenal Uefa Champions League game from 20 September 2024 on ESPN (IN).

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Watch: David Raya makes incredible double save as Arsenal get ... (India Today)

David Raya pulled off an incredible double-save to help Arsenal salvage a point against Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League on Thursday, September 19.

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Arsenal player ratings vs Atalanta: David Raya, you cannot be ... (Goal India)

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David Raya's heroics help Arsenal claim Champions League point ... (Irvine Times)

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Premier League 2024-25: Arsenal preparing for Man City clash ... (Sportstar)

Pep Guardiola's side have edged Arsenal to win the title in the last two seasons, and once again, the two clubs are first and second in the league after ...

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Raya wonder save earns Arsenal a point at Atalanta (Dubai Eye 103.8)

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya secured his side a hard-earned point with a sensational penalty save in a 0-0 draw away to Atalanta in their Champions League ...

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Man City vs. Arsenal preview: injuries, stats, fantasy, news - ESPN (ESPN India)

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Man City-Arsenal: Arteta preparing for clash since preseason - ESPN (ESPN)

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David Raya's double save rescues Arsenal in Champions League ... (Economic Times)

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Arsenal have been preparing for Man City game since pre-season ... (Reuters)

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'We go there to win': Mikel Arteta targets Arsenal glory at Manchester ... (The Guardian)

Mikel Arteta said: 'We know we need a big performance to beat City,' while the defender Riccardo Calafiori could make his first start for Gunners.

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