Capital One Cup: David Ospina delighted with Arsenal debut against Southampton

David Ospina has revealed his delight at making his debut for Arsenal on Tuesday.

The Colombia international started the Gunners’ clash against Southampton in the third round of the Capital One Cup at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal lost the match 2-1 despite taking the lead through Alexis Sanchez in the 14th minute, but Ospina was happy to have played his first competitive game for the North London side.

Ospina, who joined Arsenal from Nice in July for a reported transfer fee of £3million, has also thanked the club’s fans for their support.

“I'm really happy to make my debut and play my first game with Arsenal,” the 26-year-old told Arsenal’s official website.

“Unfortunately we didn't win and the result went against us but I just want to keep working. I'm really tranquil because I did my best.

“I felt really happy when I went onto the pitch because people were supporting me a lot. I'm learning all the time.

“The style in England is different because they play really quickly and with a lot of aerial balls.”

Ospina has also revealed that he is learning English to help himself settle in the Premier League.

“Little by little, I'm learning English too,” he said. ”I'm taking classes and some of my team-mates speak French. There is a mix of languages spoken so little by little, I understand them better.”