Zinchenko Has ‘Let Arsenal Down’ When It Matters Most – William Gallas

In what is shaping up to be an intense and pivotal battle at the pinnacle of the Premier League table, Arsenal will be looking to exact a measure of revenge against Manchester City at the Etihad.

However, according to former Gunners stalwart William Gallas, one player who has come up short in the big moments this campaign is Oleksandr Zinchenko.

Indeed, Gallas was unequivocal in his assessment, stating that Zinchenko has ‘let Arsenal down’ during the key matches that have defined the season thus far.

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Given the stakes involved, Arsenal will need every player to be firing on all cylinders if they hope to emerge victorious in this titanic tussle for supremacy.

While the Gunners have maintained a commanding position atop the league standings for much of the season, their recent draws against West Ham United, Liverpool, and Southampton have seen their lead over City dwindle to a mere five points.

Moreover, the manner in which they surrendered two-goal advantages against West Ham and Liverpool is a cause for concern, as is the fact that they were forced to come from behind to salvage a point against Southampton after conceding three goals.

All eyes will be on Arsenal and their talismanic manager as they look to steady the ship and reignite their title challenge against one of the most formidable opponents in the league.

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With so much at stake, the onus will be on each and every player to step up to the plate and deliver the goods when it matters most.

And Gallas has slammed Zinchenko’s outing against Southampton, claiming he has been ‘found wanting’ during the title race.

He took aim at the Ukrainian’s involvement for Southampton’s third goal as he also fumed at Gabriel Jesus and Thomas Partey.

“The defence was terrible,” said the former Chelsea and Arsenal defender.

“Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus were below par and Thomas Partey wasn’t at his best.”

On the former Man City star, he continued: “Zinchenko was sleeping for Southampton’s third goal. It was not the first time he has been found wanting.

“Defending is not his strength. One versus one is often a problem.

“Zinchenko i”But we haven’t seen that. He hasn’t performed very well in the last few matches.

“It will be difficult at City, it’ll be emotional.”

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The 26-year-old, who moved to the Emirates last summer, has played 30 games in all competitions this season.

He’s been an important figure for Mikel Arteta, but Gallas wants more from him in the big matches.

Arsenal, meanwhile, have played two more games than Man City ahead of tonight’s showdown.

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