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Alex Hleb is tripped by Bolton defender Gary Cahill for the Arsenal penalty
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Alex Hleb is tripped by Bolton defender Gary Cahill for the Arsenal penalty
Alex Hleb is tripped by Bolton defender Gary Cahill for the Arsenal penalty. Bolton Wanderers 2:3 Arsenal, Barclays Premier League, The Reebok Stadium, Bolton, 29/3/2008. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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In this electrifying moment captured at The Reebok Stadium on March 29,2008, Bolton Wanderers defender Gary Cahill (right) trips up Alex Hleb (left) of Arsenal Football Club, awarding the visitors a crucial penalty during their Barclays Premier League encounter. The previous season had seen intense competition between these two teams, with Arsenal narrowly edging past Bolton in their first meeting. The atmosphere was electric as the two sides met once again, with both teams determined to secure a valuable three points. In the 35th minute, Hleb, known for his skillful dribbling and creative play, was making a decisive run towards the Bolton goal when Cahill, attempting to keep up with the Belarusian international, brought him down with a clumsy challenge. The referee had no hesitation in pointing to the spot, and Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas stepped up to take the resulting penalty. The crowd held its breath as Fabregas approached the ball, and the tension was palpable. With a cool head and steady hand, the Spanish midfielder sent the ball soaring past the outstretched arms of Bolton goalkeeper Jussi Jaaskelainen, putting Arsenal 2-1 up and boosting their morale. Despite Bolton's valiant efforts to stage a comeback, Arsenal held on to secure a 3-2 victory, cementing their position in the top four and keeping their title challenge alive. This image encapsulates the drama and excitement of a high-stakes Premier League match, with Hleb's unexpected fall and Cahill's desperate lunge adding to the intrigue. The moment serves as a reminder of the unpredictability and intensity of professional football, and the importance of staying focused and composed under pressure.
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