Jurrien Timber posts ‘insane’ reaction to Declan Rice’s two-word Arsenal message
Jurrien Timber reacted after Declan Rice posted a defiant message on social media following his star turn for Arsenal in the 2-0 win over Man United.
Mikel Arteta’s side struggled in the first half to break down Ruben Amorim’s defence, with the first half ending goalless after a Thomas Partey chance was badly squandered. However, in the second half, Rice delivered a brilliant whipped ball from a corner to set up Timber, who made it 1-0.
Just minutes later, the Gunners doubled their lead from another corner on the right. Bukayo Saka’s cross was flicked back into the danger area by Partey, and William Saliba was on hand to make it 2-0.
Rice, 25, posted a cryptic message on Instagram shortly after full-time. The caption simply read “Keep doubting” followed by a smile emoji as he held up his Player of the Match award. In response Timber simply replied “insane”.
Arsenal fans will be encouraged by defeat of Man United
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The former West Ham captain now has two assists for the North London club. Arsenal took full advantage of Liverpool dropping points earlier in the evening in a thrilling 3-3 draw with Newcastle. Arteta’s men now sit seven points behind the leaders in third place.
The Red Devils now sit 11th, and Ruben Amorim may regret not starting Marcus Rashford.
The £105million midfielder [Sky Sports] has faced a stop-start season so far. His red card against Brighton forced him to miss the North London Derby, and a toe injury also hindered his performance.
However, fans will be thrilled by his award-winning performance tonight (4 December).
With his set-piece assist, Rice now ties with teammate Saka for the most Premier League assists from set-pieces since the start of last season (seven).
Arsenal fans will feel motivated by this message and hope the rest of the team shares the same mindset. Teammates Martin Ødegaard and Gabriel liked the post.
Arsenal travel to Fulham on Sunday 8 December. In a jam-packed winter schedule, the Gunners will hope they can lessen the gap at the top to league leaders Liverpool.
In other news, Jamie Gittens’ transfer plan has emerged amid Arsenal and Liverpool links.
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