Arsenal fans reacted in an interesting way at the Emirates Stadium after Manchester City scored their second goal against West Ham.
Pep Guardiola’s side raced into an early lead at the Etihad Stadium with Phil Foden scoring a brace in the opening 18 minutes to give City a 2-0 lead, with Arsenal going into their game against Everton drawing at the break.
With the Gunners in need of City dropping points if they were to stand any chance of winning the Premier League title, Foden’s quick-fire double was the last thing Arsenal fans at the Emirates wanted to hear this afternoon.
Yet the reaction to the second goal was one few would have expected.
Arsenal fans egg on Gunners as Manchester City go 2-0 up
As per the Athletic, Arsenal fans were heard cheering when news filtered around that City had gone 2-0 up early on against West Ham, with the support raising spirits for the Gunners.
With the Premier League title in the balance, Arsenal fans reacting in a positive manner to City taking the lead is one that many supporters away from the Emirates would appreciate.
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Indeed, Arsenal fans have been noted for taking their passion to a new level this season, a phenomenon that has seen the north London club transform their image by the majority of match-going supporters.
And today’s impact the fans had on the players was evident, with Arsenal clearly playing better when the support was loud and the Emirates was rocking.
Arsenal fans showed their passion vs Everton today
As mentioned, the increased quality of Arsenal fans has risen with the level of the team, with this season seeing the Emirates become a real fortress and cauldron for some teams across the campaign.
And today was no different, even when news filtered through that City had gone 3-1 up, Arsenal supporters remained loud and loyal to their club throughout the game.
Indeed, Arsenal fans have transformed their image from one of the most quiet in the Premier League to one of the loudest and best, and all the emotions were on show today from the stands.
