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Last-Minute Drama: Coquelin and Walcott's Near Miss for Arsenal in Schalke 2012-13 Champions League
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Last-Minute Drama: Coquelin and Walcott's Near Miss for Arsenal in Schalke 2012-13 Champions League
GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 06: Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin looks back at Theo Walcott (14) after his last minute miss during the UEFA Champions League Group B match between FC Schalke 04 and Arsenal FC at the Veltins-Arena on November 6, 2012 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Francis Coquelin; Theo Walcott
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In this thrilling moment captured at the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin and forward Theo Walcott come together in a last-ditch effort to secure a crucial goal for their team in the UEFA Champions League Group B match against FC Schalke 04 during the 2012-13 season. With the clock ticking down and the scoreline delicately poised at 1-1, the pressure was on for Arsenal to snatch a late winner. As the ball bounced around in the Schalke penalty area, Walcott found himself in a prime position to pounce. With a clear sight of goal, he took a swift shot, only to see it narrowly miss the mark, hitting the post and bouncing back into play. In an instant, Coquelin, who had been covering in the background, reacted quickly to the rebound, but his desperate attempt to head the ball into the net was also denied by the goalpost. The collective sigh of relief from the Schalke players and fans was palpable as the final whistle blew moments later, securing a valuable point for the German side. This near miss, however, served as a reminder of Arsenal's determination and resilience, leaving fans and pundits alike eagerly anticipating the next encounter between these two formidable European opponents. This evocative image, captured by Arsenal FC's official photographer Stuart MacFarlane, encapsulates the intense drama and excitement of club soccer at the highest level, as well as the unpredictability and fine margins that can make or break a team's fortunes in the UEFA Champions League.
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