Home > Arsenal Football Club > Previous Season Matches > Matches 2008-09 > Arsenal v Juventus
Philippe Senderos Conceding Against Juventus in Arsenal's Emirates Cup Defeat, 2008
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Arsenal Football Club
Philippe Senderos Conceding Against Juventus in Arsenal's Emirates Cup Defeat, 2008
Philippe Senderos (Arsenal). Arsenal 0:1 Juventus, Emirates Cup, Emirates Stadium, London, 2/8/2008. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
Arsenal FC are a professional football club based in Islington, London, England
Media ID 1190386
© 2007 Arsenal Football Club PLC.All Rights Reserved
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arsenal Football Club
> Previous Season Matches
> Matches 2008-09
> Arsenal v Juventus
> Arsenal Football Club
> The Team
> Players - Coaches
> Senderos Philippe
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant image captured at Emirates Stadium on August 2, 2008, Philippe Senderos of Arsenal Football Club reacts in disappointment after conceding a goal against Italian powerhouse Juventus during the Emirates Cup. The annual pre-season tournament, held at Arsenal's home ground, brought together some of Europe's elite teams for a series of high-profile matches. Senderos, a Swiss international defender, had joined Arsenal in 2003 and had become a regular member of the first team. However, this particular moment marked a low point in his Arsenal career. In the 28th minute of the match, Juventus' striker David Trezeguet capitalized on a defensive error by Senderos, slipping the ball past Arsenal goalkeeper Manuel Almunia to take a commanding 1-0 lead. The Emirates Cup defeat to Juventus was a harsh reminder of the challenges Arsenal faced in the 2008-09 season. The team was in the midst of a transitional period, with the departure of key players such as Thierry Henry and Robert Pires, and the arrival of new signings like Robin van Persie and Andrey Arshavin. The defeat also came on the heels of a disappointing 2007-08 campaign, which saw Arsenal finish fourth in the Premier League and miss out on Champions League qualification. Despite the setback, Senderos remained a valuable member of the Arsenal squad, making 25 appearances in all competitions that season. The team eventually finished third in the Premier League, securing a return to the Champions League. For Senderos, the experience served as a reminder of the importance of staying focused and determined in the face of adversity.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
