Eduardo Spends More Time With Colbert Than Wife

Wenger placed him in the first team because he was excellent in training. He made a big step forward, Wenger said.

The return of Eduardo da Silva to the football fields against Cardiff in the FA Cup delighted many football fans, and amongst them is Arsenal’s coach Arsene Wenger.

“He made a big step forward in training two weeks ago, and you could see he found his sharpness in front of goal” said Wenger.

Eduardo: I Had Tears in My Eyes After Goals.

 “'He's been extremely strong mentally. I've never seen one minute of doubt in his mind, not one minute where he said 'I don't want to do this'. He is always wanting more. This guy is small but he has the mental strength of a mountain” he added.

Wenger also described Eduardo as an intelligent player who reacts quickly to each situation, which is why he is a striker.

Wenger also mentioned how Eduardo ran to his support staff after the second goal, when he ran to his fitness trainer Tony Colbert, to thank him for everything he has done in the last year.

“Our fitness coach spent more time with him than with his wife” said Wenger. He added “He deserved that hug, as did the physios and the doctors - they all did a tremendous job. They spent a lot of time with Eduardo”.

In the end Wenger mentioned that Arsenal is still in the competition for the title, regardless of the fact that Manchester United looks unbeatable at the moment, and that their goal is to enter the Champion’s League next season as well.