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Cech: Arsenal are too nice after 22 years under ‘gentleman’ Wenger

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The veteran goalkeeper, who is heading into retirement, says the Gunners could be tougher but does not see pressure being an issue for the club

Petr Cech feels Arsenal are too nice, with there “not enough pressure” at the club following 22 years working under the guidance of “gentleman” Arsene Wenger.

With an iconic coach at the helm, the Gunners became famed for their ball-playing philosophy.

They did, however, face plenty of accusations regarding a supposed soft centre and lack of stomach for a fight – particularly towards the end of Wenger’s reign.

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