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Ferguson fears resurgent Arsenal
2011-03-10 13:04:34
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger attempted to find the positives after watching his side crash out of a third competition in the space of two weeks.
The Gunners' 2-0 defeat by Manchester United in the FA Cup came hot on the heels of Champions League elimination and a Carling Cup final defeat.
"It's a massive task but the challenge we have is exciting," said Wenger, with the league now his only target.
"We are used to being questioned. We have to show we are strong enough."
Arsenal are searching for their first silverware since the 2005 FA Cup but a disastrous fortnight has seen them stumble to a shock loss to Birmingham in the Carling Cup final before losing to Barcelona in the Champions League.
Wenger said the after-effects of a draining 3-1 defeat by a superb Barcelona side had been a factor in his team's display at Old Trafford.
"Subconsciously I feel the disappointment of Tuesday [against Barcelona] played a part in the game," said Wenger.
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