After losing their first Premier League match to Aston Villa, the Gunners centre-back feels that a solid start against Fenerbahce will be vital for their Champions League hopes
Per Mertesacker believes that a solid start will be vital to Arsenal's hopes against Fenerbahce.
The Gunners lost their first Premier League game of the season at home to Aston Villa on Saturday and, with injuries prevalent, are set to include four young rookies in their squad for the Champions League third qualifying round match.
The German defender feels that his side need to quieten the infamously raucous Turkish crowd if they are to secure a good result.
"It is absolutely fantastic over there, so you have to be aware of the opening 20 minutes,"...