Wenger - Gallas was outstanding

Gunners manager hails defender's display at Chelsea

By James Dall   Last updated: 1st December 2008

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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has hailed an 'absolutely amazing' William Gallas performance against Chelsea on Sunday.

The Gunners gave their title hopes a boost as they came from a goal down to record a 2-1 victory at Stamford Bridge.

Gallas was facing his former club in his second appearance since public criticism of his team-mates saw him relieved of the captaincy at Emirates Stadium.

And Wenger was delighted with the defender's display, hailing the Frenchman's commitment to the cause.

He told the club's official website: "I think William was outstanding, absolutely amazing. He came out of that troublesome period with, for me, a lot of credit.

"His commitment is fantastic and he was outstanding, and had already been like that against Dynamo Kiev on Tuesday night. It shows he is a fighter."

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