Wenger joy at Arsenal win

McClaren's men no match for rampant Gunners

By Pete Oliver   Last updated: 28th August 2008

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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger praised the response of his players to their shock defeat at Fulham last weekend as they brushed aside FC Twente to reach the money-spinning group stage of the UEFA Champions League.

Wenger directed a rare burst of anger at his under-performing squad following their 1-0 reverse at Craven Cottage but had nothing but praise for the way they bounced back to overcome Steve McClaren's side 4-0 at the Emirates Stadium.

"It was a big game for us and the response was clear," said Wenger after the Gunners had advanced 6-0 on aggregate.

"There was togetherness and focus. That is what we wanted after a result like Saturday.

"We needed to be organised because they play a little with your patience. We were disciplined and focused and we were never really under threat."

Wenger added: "I felt the whole team was sharp. Physically we were much better than Saturday."

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