Though it was a little tougher than most recent matches, Arsenal were able to summon enough strength to get over the line against Sporting Lisbon.
This helped extend their winning streak to eleven matches which is the best they have been on in more than eleven years.
One of the primary reasons for the win against Sporting was the performance of Lucas Torreira and the fans made it clear as to just how much they loved him.
There were a lot of reactions from the Gunners fans who have been bowled over by the way in which the Uruguayan has exerted his influence over the team.
Here are some of the best reactions.
That kid Lucas Torreira is the truth! #AFC
— David (@Bemiebagz) October 25, 2018
Lucas Torreira was quality when he came on. Proper quality #afc #arsenal
— Clock End Gooner (@mem1234) October 25, 2018
I actually love Torreira
— Talal El-Zein (@elzein32AFC) October 25, 2018
https://twitter.com/G4MEZtv/status/1055567220082962434
You could see how Torreira is massive for the team. When he come on, we totally controlled the game. Matteo also had very good game. El Neny days at the club numbered. #afc
— Bagheera (@BagheeraLoui) October 25, 2018
Tonight was a big example of how important Torreira is. Dare I say that he is the most important player at our club? He’s the only player we don’t have another of with similar abilities #coyg #afc #arsenal
— ArsenalFC (@ArsenalTorch) October 25, 2018
Lucas Torreira is an absolute baller. That sub alone changed the tempo of the game! #AFC
— Kumail (@kumailam4) October 25, 2018
How good is Torreira man!!! As soon as he came on the pitch, our tempo changed and we were more dangerous. What a signing!!!
— Anurag Kanwar (@AnuragAfc) October 25, 2018
Torreira did not start the match but when he came off the bench, you could see the difference in the way that Arsenal played. It was easier to break through the lines and engage the forward players.
Apart from this, there is that famous grit that he brings to the midfield. He just does not let the opposition players a moment of rest as he keeps harrying them into making mistakes.
When Torreira pounces on such a mistake, his passing range allows him to facilitate quick counters that have helped the Gunners score a lot of goals this way.
While the team is on an excellent winning streak, it must be said that the manager Unai Emery is still finding the best combination. The good news is that he is willing to experiment to see what works best.
This kind of tactical flexibility will definitely help the team in the long-run. If Arsenal are going to achieve any kind of success this season, it is clear that Torreira will have a huge part to play in that. Let us hope that the Gunners can keep their winning streak going against Crystal Palace this Sunday.
