Back with a bang

Let us all rejoice Arsenal's pre-season campaign has officially begun! The first match of the Asian tour happened yesterday with the boys taking on a Malaysian national eleven. I was so excited to see all the boys in action again and to gauge where the team is at. And all in all it was a great match. I know that pre season obviously isn't the same level as the actual football season and you can't place too much significance on its results. BUT having said all that, it was really nice to see them playing that well, this early on. We won four nil and dominated in possession against spirited opposition which is always good to see. One of our newer, younger team members really made an impression, Ryo Miyaichi playing on the wing. He looked really sharp, constantly getting into good positions and he looked comfortable on the ball. He looks like a really exciting prospect and I'm looking forward to seeing him develop this season. Aaron Ramsey had a good game too and its really heartening to see him getting back to the player we know and love. Our defenders had a good game which is very good for their confidence and another newbie Carl 'Jenkins' Jenkinson looking lively at full back. Even Carlos Vela put in a shift. And towards the end of the match something very special happened. Something that HQ has been waiting for for quite a while. Our dear little Tomas scored a goal. A neat little header as well. I was absolutley bursting with pride, nothing could have made me happier. He also got to wear the captain's armband for the second half. Perhaps all our campaigning is finally paying off. Well Done little Dumpling.