Armand Traore capped a fine performance for Arsenal
Reserves against Fulham with a stunning 30-yard free kick in their
opening fixture of the season.
The Frenchman grabbed a slice of competitive football for the first
time this season, and looked commanding both in defence and
whenever he roamed forward. Afterwards he discussed the season
ahead and his own targets for the campaign.
I wanted to play as Ive not since pre-season, Traore told
Arsenal.com. When the boss told me Id be here tonight I was very
happy.
On 27 minutes, the 17-year-old unleashed a fierce left-footed drive
from 30 yards after a short free-kick was played to him by James
Dunne.
Me, Gael [Clichy] and Mathieu Flamini often practice shooting from
far during training, explained Traore. Tonight the manager told
me I could take the free-kicks so I just tried it and it went
in.
With regard to his plans for the rest of the season, Traore
revealed he would not be interested in a move away from the club on
loan but didnt rule out the possibility in the future.
I still have a lot to learn and I think I can do that at Arsenal.
For now I just want to work hard and try to show Arsène Wenger that
I can play in the first team.
