Just eight minutes into the 2014 FA Cup Final, Arsenal They found themselves down 2-0 to Hull City.
Wembley had never seen anything like this before. This was an opportunity Arsene Wenger To finally end the Gunners' drought, but their chances were evaporating before they could smell it.
Fortunately, there was always something in the air when it came to Arsenal and the FA Cup. No team has won the title more than 14 times, and that special day at the National Stadium proved why they are associated with the major tournament.
Laurent Koscielny and Aaron Ramsey tied in the second half and then scored the winning goal in extra time, but the result was certain. Santi Cazorla That started the comeback.
After taking a free kick wide of the target, he fired a brilliant free kick past Hull goalkeeper Allan McGregor.
It was just one of Cazorla's many magical moments in Arsenal colours. It is unfortunate that his stay in North London ended in such painful circumstances.
Santi Cazorla's tenure at Arsenal
Little Spanish He signed with the Gunners in August 2012 for just £15 million. Yes, remember when transportation fees were that low?
This turned out to be one of the biggest signings in the club's history as Cazorla continued to provide some goals and assists while at the Emirates Stadium.
Remember that hat-trick against Reading? Remember the angles on his weak foot? Do you remember that amazing round against Manchester City?
The Spain international is one of the most technically gifted footballers we have seen at Arsenal in the last 15 years, and boasts some of the fastest and most amazing feet the Emirates have seen.
Praised by Wenger for his qualities, Cazorla's time spent in Premier League It hardly ended in a fairytale way.
“It's a pleasure to watch him. It's a pleasure to see what he did on the pitch. I hope every young footballer in England watches him.” – Wenger on Cazorla.
after 180 matches, 29 goals, 44 assistsHe left in 2018 at the end of his contract after a period of injury hell.
It was a very sad period in the career of someone as talented as the Spanish technician He was even told that he might never walk again.
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Cazorla's best season with Arsenal (2012/13) |
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games |
49 |
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Objectives |
12 |
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Helps |
13 |
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Minutes played |
4,251 |
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The English Premier League begins |
37/38 |
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Statistics via Transfer market. |
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What's the problem? Well, Cazorla broke a bone in his ankle and suffered knee ligament damage in November 2015 and played in increasing pain until October 2016 when he was pulled during a match against Ludogorets.
Wenger admits the injury was not “big” But the former Malaga star was not seen in an Arsenal shirt again. Why? Well, a terrible infection affected his right ankle and was only fixed after a skin graft.
He calls himself “The Enigma.”Cazorla has part of his left forearm over his right ankle, a piece of his thigh in its place and the back of his leg in one heel. It is absolutely shocking but it is remarkable that he has now played until the age of 40 where he plays for Real Oviedo.
So, even though the Spanish star did not get the send-off he deserved from Arsenal, the club could bring the next Cazorla to the club next year…
Arsenal could sign Cazorla next
Reports emerged in the run-up to Christmas from Spain that Arsenal are on track to sign Las Palmas midfielder Alberto Molero.
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It is suggested that the Premier League team has An “agreement in principle” has already been reached. to sign the 21-year-old after the Gunners made it clear they would pay his £50m release clause.
So, who is Mulero and what can he offer the club? Well, the clip below shows you everything you need to know about the qualities of the young man.
He is cut from the same cloth as Cazorla, possessing quick feet and the ability to maneuver the ball and hold the ball in tight spaces and when surrounded by opponents.
She is described as an “agile and electric” talent. Written by Spanish football expert Neil GardnerHe also described the Spaniard as an “excellent dribbler” to raise the bar for Cazorla comparisons.
If that's not enough, they can play from the wings and from central areas, using their skillful skill set to beat defenders in multiple areas of the pitch.
Mulero often appears in the final third, and like Cazorla, he has the ability to score and assist frequently. Scoring four goals this season He contributed to eight goals last season despite his young age (4 goals and 4 assists).
He may not be putting up eye-popping numbers yet, but he has an eye-catching toolkit at his disposal, notably ranking among the top 17% of centrally similar players in La Liga in terms of shot attempts and shots. Top 14% for pass completion rate (82.5%)Statistics show his flair and composure.
£50m seems like a lot of money to spend on such raw talent, but the rave reviews are there, as is the case with experiencing elite-level football at such a young age.
