However, unfortunately, the development of objective things does not change with people's will.
In the 73rd minute of the match.
Facing another forward breakthrough from Nasri, Gerrard directly fouled him.
Because Gerrard had several similar rough fouls in this match.
So this time, the referee did not tolerate him and directly showed him a yellow card.
In the 75th minute of the match.
Arsène Wenger wanted to kill the match in one go, so he substituted Number 10 Van Persie for Wilshere, who already had a yellow card, to ensure that the rest of the match would maintain an 11-on-10 numerical advantage.
After Van Persie came on, Arsenal's attacking players on the field immediately increased to four.
Upon sensing Arsène Wenger's intention, Hodgson's face darkened.
Four forwards? Isn't that looking down on his Liverpool too much!
However, Hodgson would not miss this opportunity. He substituted Number 20 Mascherano for Number 21 Lucas.
In the 78th minute of the match.
Lucas, who had just come on, tackled the ball from Van Persie, then passed it to Gerrard. Gerrard played a quick one-touch pass, a through ball directly to Maxi Rodriguez on the wing.
After receiving the ball, Maxi Rodriguez faced Sagna, made a slight cut, then accelerated to get past him, and finally crossed the ball into the center of the penalty area near the byline.
Torres had just controlled the ball when Koscielny, who was tightly marking him, poked it away with his foot.
Almunia smothered the ball and then saw Van Persie in the attacking third raising his hand for the ball.
He also knew that time was running out and couldn't be wasted, so he sent a long ball towards the center circle.
Van Persie won the header against Carragher, and the ball was controlled by Arshavin.
The Tsar quickly advanced with the ball, with Walcott and Fly running on either side of the attacking third to support.
Gerrard was hesitant facing Arshavin, after all, he already had a yellow card.
Arshavin sensed Gerrard's thoughts and directly dribbled the ball, attempting to burst past him.
Gerrard was somewhat annoyed by Arshavin's aggressive move.
If not for the remaining reason telling him that the team was already playing with one less man and he couldn't afford to be sent off.
It's estimated that Gerrard would have directly given Arshavin a big tackle!
Facing this guy who had scored four goals against his Liverpool two years ago.
Gerrard already didn't like him, let alone in the current situation.
When Arshavin carried the ball to a position about 35 yards from the goal, he knew that if he continued to dribble, he would definitely be surrounded by Liverpool's midfield and defense.
So he passed the ball to Walcott on the right.
Compared to young players like Fly, he subconsciously trusted veterans like Walcott.
Even though Fly had just scored a stunning goal, it couldn't immediately change his mindset.
Walcott faced the incoming ball and, without hesitation, once again activated his mindless speed-demon mode.
Agger was beaten by Walcott for the Nth time.
Fortunately, Agger had been tightly guarding the inside line and didn't give Walcott enough space to shoot.
Finally, Walcott, out of options, took a forced shot. The ball was saved out for a corner by Reina, and Arsenal won their 6th corner of the match.
From this perspective, it could be considered a successful defense.
Facing Walcott's mindless shot, Fly also had a look of helplessness.
To be honest, Little Tiger really doesn't play with his brain, otherwise his market value would definitely double!
After the corner was taken, Reina came out and punched it clear!
Van Persie outside the penalty area saw the flying ball and directly took a first-time volley.
Although the ball ultimately went slightly over the crossbar and into the stands, the quality of that shot was indeed high.
At least Reina didn't even react to the ball and only wiped his cold sweat with his gloves after seeing the ball miss the target.
Terrifying, absolutely terrifying!
Fly had to admit that although Van Persie had a lot of flaws, his ability to score spectacular goals, especially volleys, was definitely unique in football!
In the 83rd minute of the match.
Liverpool crossed the ball into the Arsenal penalty area, the ball was cleared by Vermaelen, and Clichy picked up the ball and started sprinting down the left flank.
It wasn't until near the center circle that Clichy was pressed by the Liverpool midfield.
However, taking advantage of the one-man advantage, Clichy easily passed the ball out. Diaby received the ball and passed it to Nasri.
Nasri played a one-two with the deep-lying Van Persie and then sprinted towards the right flank of the attacking third.
Facing Maxi's relentless pursuit, Nasri played another one-two with Walcott, who had made a diagonal run into the center.
Nasri then found space and sent a direct diagonal pass. The ball flew like an arc towards the left edge of the penalty area.
When Fly saw the ball flying over, he immediately activated his nitro boost, his legs flying past Glen Johnson, who was originally ahead of him.
Johnson saw Fly behind him about to overtake and immediately reached out to pull him.
Although Fly, in terms of pure physical confrontation, is currently not Johnson's match.
But in confrontation at high speed, for the Flash with maxed-out double speed, it was practically 'the advantage is with me'.
Under the kinetic impact brought by Fly's absolute speed, Johnson, who had already started to make small fouls, was instantly shoved away.
His stamina, having played the entire match, was close to exhaustion, coupled with a momentary loss of balance, causing Johnson to fall awkwardly on the grass, literally eating dirt.
After Fly caught up to the ball, the shooting angle was very narrow, and Carragher immediately blocked the shooting path.
So Fly chose a fake shot and a real pass, making the backswing motion of his leg. Taking advantage of the gap when Carragher instinctively dove to block the shot, he swept the ball flat to Van Persie, who was making a run into the center in front of the goal.
Because Van Persie had a positional advantage, Skrtel found it difficult to effectively interfere with him.
Facing the rapidly rolling ball, Van Persie shot directly without controlling it.
The ball flew like a white flash, and before Reina could even react, it had already flown into the net.
"GOOOOOOOOOAL!!!"
"Number 10, Van Persie!!!"
"In the 83rd minute of the match, Fly overpowered Johnson with his speed, then sent in a cross, assisting Van Persie, who was making a run in front of the goal, to take the lead!"
"The score is now 1-2, with Liverpool trailing by one goal at home."
"Time is running out for Liverpool!"
Martin Tyler started roaring wildly, clearly reaching a climax.
Andy Gray next to him wasn't feeling much better, just not as exaggerated as Martin.
Van Persie was in a very good mood after scoring and, for once, expressed his gratitude to Fly.
"Thanks, mate, I knew you would pass it to me!"
Fly chuckled and high-fived him. He had realized that Van Persie was the typical kind of guy who would treat you well as long as you passed him the ball.