Arsenal's goalkeeper David Raya faced backlash for his overly optimistic post-match remarks following the team's 1-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Despite a poor performance, where Arsenal struggled to exert pressure and were limited in opportunities, Raya claimed that his team controlled most of the game after conceding an early goal. His perspective was challenged by pundits like Wayne Rooney, who suggested Raya's comments reflected coaching influence rather than the reality of the match, illuminating a divide between player sentiment and match performance assessment.
"They started quick with a goal and they dominated the first 15-20 minutes but after that we dominated most of the game, created the chances..."
"I think what's happened there is Mikel Arteta's probably gone in and tried to be as positive as he can be and David Raya has given that message back out..."
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