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Alex Iwobi Expresses Emotion as Arsenal Secures Win in Wenger’s Farewell
Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi expressed his joy as Arsenal closed out the season with a 2-1 victory against Huddersfield Town on Sunday. The win marked Arsene Wenger’s final game in charge of the North London side, concluding his remarkable 22-year tenure with the club.
Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored the decisive goal in the 38th minute, securing Arsenal’s first away points in 2018. Despite finishing the season in sixth place, the win provided a positive send-off for Wenger, who guided Arsenal to numerous successes during his long reign.
Iwobi, who was in the starting lineup for the game, shared his sentiments on social media, expressing his emotions about Wenger’s departure and the significance of ending the season with a victory. The Nigerian international played a substantial role for Arsenal throughout the campaign, making 26 league appearances and finding the back of the net three times.
In his tweet, Iwobi acknowledged the emotional aspect of Wenger’s farewell and thanked the fans for their unwavering support throughout the season. The 22-year-old was replaced by Maitland-Niles in the 72nd minute, contributing to the team’s final win under Wenger’s management.
