Newcastle played quite defensively, but we had to keep playing and get through in the last 20 minutes, and we managed to do it.
They played a physical game against us with a lot of long balls. It is our responsibility to get the ball down. Perhaps at the moment we are a little bit scared to hold the ball and we kick it long as well. That is not our way and our strength.
Even if I am in a bad mood I have to smile and be nice to the fans.
Of course 2-2 would be a good result for both teams.
We have a lot of guys having to play in different positions, especially at the back. They're not used to it and they're doing the best they can. We know that and can't expect any more from them.
Denmark could try to score and then we would be out. We are trying to win this game.
It was the first game of the season and it was a difficult game to have at the beginning.
We're not big-headed, but when you play for Arsenal, every time you enter a competition you are trying to win it, and that's what we hope to do.
Vieira was a great player, very physical and helped us in the middle of the park, but we've been working hard on this aspect of the game. We've filled in with young players who have done well but everyone needs time to grow, develop and learn. I've been here for a while and know that the physical side of the Premiership is a big part of it.
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