THOUSANDS of Arsenal fans are preferring to stay at home with countless empty seats for their clash against Southampton.
It appears supporters have seen enough of Unai Emery, with the Spaniard fighting to save his job.
There were thousands of empty seats at the EmiratesCredit: Premier League
Emery insisted that the Gunners revival starts against the Saints but it appears the faithful aren’t buying his words.
They headed into the contest without a win in their last four league matches and were off to a disastrous start when Danny Ings fired the visitors ahead on eight minutes.
Arsenal were made to pay for a turgid piece of defending when the striker was played through on goal with the Gunners fast asleep.
Alexandre Lacazette did level after 18 minutes against the side who sit second bottom in the league.
The damage has already been done for a large proportion of supporters with cries for the board to wield the axe.
Goal reporter Charles Watts said: “If it was the empty seats that finally done for Arsene, then Unai should be very worried by this attendance today.”
A season ticket holder added: “Significant amount of empty seats at the Emirates for Saturday 3pm kick off… #Arsenal”
A third supporter added: “So many empty seats at the Emirates. Very disappointing, seat prices are too high and there’s hardly any excitement watching Arsenal these days…#ARSSOU”
Before kick-off, Emery stated the important of reconnecting with supporters.
He said: “I know there is some doubt at the moment but I am convinced that will change.
“We are all aware we need better performances but I know how we can achieve that and I am optimistic it will happen.
“I’ve been speaking with the players this week about how we can change things and it was very good how they responded.
“We are 100 per cent focused on getting three points against Southampton but above all, we need to connect with our supporters while being in control for 90 minutes.”
Arsenal boss Unai Emery promises fightback starts now as he struggles to save job
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
