Diaby keen to forget 'silly mistake'

02 September 2009 08:51
The Gunners looked on course for an impressive victory over the reigning Premier League champions when Andrey Arshavin's long-range strike handed them a 1-0 interval lead in Manchester. But after the break Wayne Rooney netted from the penalty spot before an own goal from Diaby gave United a 2-1 victory. The French midfielder was unchallenged when he headed a Ryan Giggs free-kick past goalkeeper Manuel Almunia. Diaby said in The Sun: "I have to forget it. I made a silly mistake and it's difficult to explain what happened. "The goalkeeper called out to me to leave the ball, but it's all my fault. "Even when I look back at the images I ask myself what happened, and I tell myself that it's just not possible. "I was so wound up and soon after I rushed my shot because I didn't apply myself properly." Diaby, though, is hopeful this could turn out to be a key season in his career at Arsenal, having struggled for regular fitness and form in the past. He added: "It could be the right year for Arsenal. "I hope to play in a more central position. I prefer our 4-3-3 system as I don't play in a wide role." Prem 2009/10 Win Outright: Arsenal 7/1  

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