Arsene Wenger has insisted Arsenal must remain focused on themselves
as they aim to secure Champions League qualification following a 1-0 win
over Leicester City.
Robert Huth's own goal - from Nacho Monreal's well struck but off
target effort - handed the Gunners three important points at the
culmination of a lacklustre display at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.
Prior to Huth's misfortune, the unusually wasteful Alexis Sanchez -
fresh from his extra-time winner against Manchester City in the FA Cup
semi-final last time out - had gone closest to opening the scoring when
his strike rattled the crossbar.
Wenger, however, lauded his side's patience in a game of few
clear-cut chances, claiming Arsenal - who face north London rivals
Tottenham next - are now regaining some momentum, having secured
back-to-back Premier League victories for the first time since January.
"Leicester were hard to break down, but we were patient and did not
give away any chances," Wenger, whose side are now four points adrift of
fourth-placed City, told Sky Sports.
"We created some dangerous chances. We had to give everything on Sunday afternoon, playing extra time.
"Every win gives you a little more momentum. I don't have a
preference for the Manchester derby, we don't have to look much at the
others.
"We just have to look after ourselves. The target is clear for us."
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