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Arsenal fans must help team in title hunt - Rooney
TL;DR
Wayne Rooney urges Arsenal fans to improve their support as the team struggles in the Premier League title race. The Gunners' recent loss to Bournemouth has raised concerns about their chances of winning the league for the first time in 22 years.
Key points
- Wayne Rooney calls for better fan support for Arsenal
- Arsenal lost 2-1 to Bournemouth in their last home game
- The loss impacts Arsenal's title hopes after 22 years
- Manchester City is three points behind Arsenal
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Arsenal were booed off by some of their fans after they lost to Bournemouth in their last home game [AFP via Getty Images]
Former England and Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney says Arsenal fans "need to be better" in showing support for their team in their faltering Premier League title bid.
The Gunners suffered a blow to their hopes of a first league trophy in 22 years when they lost 2-1 at Manchester City on Sunday.
That result means City are three points behind Arsenal and could go above them if they beat Burnley in midweek.
Arsenal were unfortunate not to get something against City but have been struggling for form, and there were boos at full-time following the 2-1 home loss to Bournemouth on 11 April.
"I think the Arsenal fans need to be better," Rooney said on the Wayne Rooney Show.
"I saw them booing the team off the other day [against Bournemouth]. Arsenal have been brilliant all season and they've hit a little bad run of form.
"They need to understand how much the fan support means to the players and how much it can help you.
"The players will have put so much work in day in and day out on the training pitch to be in the position they're in now, so when you lose a game and you get booed off, that can affect players.
"I think for Arsenal to win the league, the Arsenal fans need to play their part."
Q&A
What did Wayne Rooney say about Arsenal fans?
Wayne Rooney stated that Arsenal fans need to show better support for their team as they face challenges in their title bid.
How did Arsenal's recent loss affect their title chances?
Arsenal's loss to Bournemouth has jeopardized their hopes of winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years.
What is the current standing of Arsenal in the Premier League?
Arsenal is currently three points ahead of Manchester City, who could surpass them if they win their next match against Burnley.
Why are Arsenal fans booing the team?
Arsenal fans booed the team after their disappointing loss to Bournemouth, reflecting frustration over the team's performance.
