Arsenal FC passed Bolton Wanderers test claims boss Arsene Wenger

Arsenal FC boss Arsene Wenger believes his side passed an important test of character when beating Bolton Wanderers 4-1 at the Emirates yesterday.

The unbeaten Gunners have now won three of their opening four league games to keep up with table-topping Chelsea.

"We have had two games, at Blackburn and today, which we certainly would not have taken six points from two years ago," Wenger said.

"The players can handle these situations.

"Overall it was a competitive game where we dominated and created many chances, but when you play against Bolton, as long as you don't kill the game off, they can score - you can dominate 80% of the game and still lose.

"They marked us very tight, which provoked a very physical game, but they also played well.

"Bolton had full commitment and we needed to be patient, to get our technique and passing to prevail.

"It was a good test for our two centre-backs, who did very well and I am pleased with the performance of the whole team."

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