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Alan Pardew stands firm on his ‘asterisk’ comment regarding Arsenal, responding to Laura Woods’ fierce critique. Following Arsenal's narrow 1-0 victory over Brighton and Hove Albion, Pardew, commentating for talkSPORT, expressed his dissatisfaction with the Gunners' style. He stated, “They’re very professional... but there’ll be an asterisk next to their name.” Woods, an Arsenal supporter, fired back on air, calling Pardew's remarks disrespectful, emphasizing that fans care about victories, not style. Pardew later addressed her comments on The Final Word, clarifying there’s no animosity between them. He acknowledged his frustration with Arsenal’s performance but highlighted their potential to win multiple trophies this season. Currently, Arsenal leads the Premier League by seven points, with Manchester City holding a game in hand. The Gunners are also advancing in the Champions League and the Carabao Cup, alongside competing in the FA Cup.
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