The buzzwords of Arsenal's season? Strikers, injuries, and referees — familiar obstacles in a campaign that once again promised much, but ended with the wait for silverware stretching into a sixth year.
There was that famous Emirates night against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals which will live long in the memory of Gunners supporters.
But, ultimately, another trophyless season now frames what could be a defining summer for Mikel Arteta and his project.
But have no fear - here, Mail Sport gives a behind the scenes look on another Arsenal campaign filled with highs and lows as they finished Premier League runners-up for a third straight season.