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ex Arsenal player Robert Pires waves to the fans after the match
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ex Arsenal player Robert Pires waves to the fans after the match
ex Arsenal player Robert Pires waves to the fans after the match. Villarreal 1:1 Arsenal, UEFA Champions League, Quarter final 1st Leg, El Madrigal, Villarreal, Spain, 7/4/2009. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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In this image, Arsenal football legend Robert Pires bids farewell to the passionate Villarreal fans after a hard-fought UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first leg match on April 7, 2009. The scene unfolds at Estadio El Madrigal in Villarreal, Spain, where the Gunners faced their Spanish opponents in a thrilling encounter that ended in a 1-1 stalemate. Pires, a former Arsenal midfielder and a fan favorite, spent six successful years at the North London club between 2000 and 2006. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to Arsenal's success, winning two Premier League titles, three FA Cups, and the Community Shield. As the clock ticked down in the 2008-09 season's Champions League quarterfinals, Pires, who had joined Villarreal in 2007, returned to haunt his former team. The tension was palpable as both teams fought for an edge in the first leg of the tie. The image captures a poignant moment as the French international takes a moment to acknowledge the appreciation of the Villarreal supporters, who had given him a warm welcome back to Spain. The photograph, taken by Stuart MacFarlane from Arsenal Football Club, encapsulates the essence of football as a global game that transcends team allegiances and fosters a deep connection between players and fans. This image is a testament to Pires' enduring legacy at Arsenal and his ability to captivate the hearts of fans, both in London and in Villarreal.
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