Elneny: Arsenal sent out warning to Europa League rivals
Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny says he feels that his side sent out a “strong message” after beatingOstersunds 3-0 last night in the first leg of their Europa League round of 32 clash, as reported by the London Evening Standard.
Arsenal eased to a comfortable victory thanks to a goal apiece from Mesut Ozil and Nacho Monreal as well as an own goal to complete the victory.
Elneny feels that the win sent out a big message to their rivals for the trophy following the victory.
It’s a really tough place to go and the Gunners’ result last night must be admired, as their quality was far too much for their Swedish hosts.
The North London club will feel they have enough quality to cruise through to the next round when the return leg comes around next Thursday at the Emirates stadium as a result of the first leg triumph.
Elneny spoke about the win after the game to beIN Sports.
To win away from home by a three-goal margin sends out a strong message to other teams in this competition.
We hope to win the Europa League title in order to qualify for next season’s Champions League. That’s only in case we don’t get a top-four spot in the league this season.
He continued and added that his men are determined to win the competition.
One of the main reasons we are really focused on winning the Europa League title is to make up for the Premier League title if we’re not able to win it.