Wenger urges ignoring a call to boycott Sunderland match
Fans protest against Arsenal boss
London — Arsene Wenger has called on Arsenal fans to turn out in force for Tuesday’s game against Sunderland rather than take part in a boycott designed to hasten his removal as manager of the London giants. The veteran French boss has still to announce if he will be staying at the Emirates Stadium when his contract expires after the end of the season. The Gunners have just three games left before their campaign concludes — two in the Premier League against Sunderland and Everton before an FA Cup final against newly crowned champions Chelsea. Arsenal have not won the English title since 2004 and Wenger has come under renewed pressure with his side in danger of failing to qualify for the Champions League. Arsenal have finished in the top four of every full season since Wenger took charge 21 years ago but, after Liverpool’s 4-0 win at West Ham on Sunday, they now need slip-ups from either the Merseysiders or Manchester City to help them maintain that proud record. This season has alre...
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