Tomas Rosicky (Arsenal) Alexi Smertin (Fulham)
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Tomas Rosicky (Arsenal) Alexi Smertin (Fulham)
Tomas Rosicky (Arsenal) Alexi Smertin (Fulham). Fulham 0:3 Arsenal, Barclay Premier League, Craven Cottage, London, 19/1/2008. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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In this electrifying image captured at Craven Cottage on the chilly January evening of 19th, 2008, Tomas Rosicky of Arsenal Football Club triumphantly lifts the ball above his head in celebration, as teammate Alexi Smertin of Fulham FC looks on in defeat. The Barclay Premier League match between these two London rivals had been a fiercely contested affair, with Arsenal emerging as the victors in a convincing 3-0 win. Rosicky, a Czech international midfielder, had been a crucial figure in Arsenal's midfield that season, providing creativity and tenacity in equal measure. His goal in this game, sandwiched between strikes from Emmanuel Adebayor and Eduardo Da Silva, proved to be the pivotal moment in the match. Smertin, a Russian international midfielder, had spent the previous three seasons at Fulham, helping them establish themselves as a Premier League force. However, on this particular night, his team was no match for the Gunners' attacking prowess and clinical finishing. The atmosphere at Craven Cottage was electric, with both sets of fans creating a cacophony of noise that echoed off the Thames. The tension between the two clubs was palpable, with each team desperate for bragging rights in the capital. In the end, it was Arsenal who emerged victorious, thanks in no small part to Rosicky's moment of brilliance. This photograph captures the raw emotion and intensity of a Premier League derby, with Rosicky's jubilant celebration and Smertin's dejected expression encapsulating the highs and lows of professional football. It is a testament to the passion and commitment of the players and fans alike, and a reminder of the thrilling encounters that make the English top-flight so special.
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