Arsenal squandered a 3-1 North London Derby lead to finish with a 3-3 draw against Spurs in what was one of the great matches of this or any season on Wednesday. That drops Arsenal to third place in the Premier League and gives it five draws in its last six league matches (eight points from a possible 18). Needless to say, the combination of wasted leads, last-second misfortune and unfavorable referee decisions have trapped Wenger in a manic see-saw between disbelief and depression.
To be honest, it's amazing that the Frenchman hasn't had a complete nervous breakdown yet. Have a look at what he's been going through...
Arsenal's 1-1 draw against Liverpool. Wenger slumps into his chair after his eject button fails him.
Arsenal's 2-0 loss to Manchester United in the FA Cup quarterfinals.
Arsenal's Champions League round of 16 loss to Barcelona on away goals.
Arsenal's 0-0 draw against Sunderland.
Arsenal's 2-1 loss to Birmingham in the Carling Cup final.
Arsenal's 4-4 draw after Newcastle's epic comeback.
It's just been that kind of season. A lesser man would have started throwing hand grenades instead of water bottles by now.
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