A resilient Rosicky is exactly what Arsenal need to get its fans singing in the stands again, he is currently Arsenal’s longest serving player in the squad having joined the Gunners back in 2006 from Borussia Dortmund.
For Arsenal fans, the first memory of Czech captain Tomas Rosicky comes from his thunderous 35 yard strike against the United States in the 2006 World Cup. The commentator hailed the midfielder’s wonderful strike and said “this must have brought a smile on Arsene Wenger’s face”. It must have, along with Arsenal fans who from all over the globe witnessed that goal.
Rosicky arrived to Arsenal that season and took on the number seven shirt that had initially belonged to club legend Robert Pires. Unfortunately for him and Arsenal, Rosicky over the several seasons was not able to bring too many smiles as long term injuries kept plaguing him throughout his stay in London.
Considering that Rosicky was signed way back in 2006 means that he is one of the senior-most members of Arsene Wenger’s squad. However, hardy ever has he been able to dictate his presence and make a permanent place in the Arsenal starting line-up. There have seldom been doubts about his ability, as fluidity on the field has often been evident whenever he’s played. But just like many other Arsenal players during this time period, he suffered from injuries that took him for entire seasons.
Having scored 13 goals in his first two seasons, many believed that he was warming up for greater things ahead. However, a hamstring tendon injury meant that the Czech had to sit out the whole of the 2008-09 season.
Despite of this, Rosicky did develop a reputation of scoring important goals and setting up others at crucial points in various matches. His presence in the squad began to redefine itself from February 2012 when he scored against derby rivals Spurs, a goal that eventually lead an Arsenal comeback into the game. He was again instrumental later that season against Milan, and ended up being voted third as Arsenal’s player of the season. Many believe that Arsenal’s resurgence that season was due to Rosicky’s resilience.
Euro 2012 was another blow for Rosicky as his injury problems resurfaced. He eventually made his comeback midway into the season in Arsenal’s home defeat against Swansea.
Rosicky is yet again showing signs of a strong comeback that will eventually help Arsenal win some pride this season. Currently they are not even in fourth place in the league table, and an optimistic Rosicky might be exactly what they need to refuel themselves. Coming on as a sub last week against Spurs, he gave Arsenal an entirely different look altogether.
It is hence essential for Rosicky to be a part of the starting lineup against Bayern on Wednesday night. Although a comeback is unlikely, Wenger will be tempted to play the Czech who has repeatedly staged comebacks in his career due to his sheer determination. With his creativity and passion, Rosicky can prove to be vital for Arsenal’s cause in the remaining matches of the season and help them in their quest of a top four finish.
Rosicky arrived to Arsenal that season and took on the number seven shirt that had initially belonged to club legend Robert Pires. Unfortunately for him and Arsenal, Rosicky over the several seasons was not able to bring too many smiles as long term injuries kept plaguing him throughout his stay in London.
Considering that Rosicky was signed way back in 2006 means that he is one of the senior-most members of Arsene Wenger’s squad. However, hardy ever has he been able to dictate his presence and make a permanent place in the Arsenal starting line-up. There have seldom been doubts about his ability, as fluidity on the field has often been evident whenever he’s played. But just like many other Arsenal players during this time period, he suffered from injuries that took him for entire seasons.
Having scored 13 goals in his first two seasons, many believed that he was warming up for greater things ahead. However, a hamstring tendon injury meant that the Czech had to sit out the whole of the 2008-09 season.
Despite of this, Rosicky did develop a reputation of scoring important goals and setting up others at crucial points in various matches. His presence in the squad began to redefine itself from February 2012 when he scored against derby rivals Spurs, a goal that eventually lead an Arsenal comeback into the game. He was again instrumental later that season against Milan, and ended up being voted third as Arsenal’s player of the season. Many believe that Arsenal’s resurgence that season was due to Rosicky’s resilience.
Euro 2012 was another blow for Rosicky as his injury problems resurfaced. He eventually made his comeback midway into the season in Arsenal’s home defeat against Swansea.
Rosicky is yet again showing signs of a strong comeback that will eventually help Arsenal win some pride this season. Currently they are not even in fourth place in the league table, and an optimistic Rosicky might be exactly what they need to refuel themselves. Coming on as a sub last week against Spurs, he gave Arsenal an entirely different look altogether.
It is hence essential for Rosicky to be a part of the starting lineup against Bayern on Wednesday night. Although a comeback is unlikely, Wenger will be tempted to play the Czech who has repeatedly staged comebacks in his career due to his sheer determination. With his creativity and passion, Rosicky can prove to be vital for Arsenal’s cause in the remaining matches of the season and help them in their quest of a top four finish.
