October 12, 1996 is a day etched in our history as Arsene Wenger took charge of his first-ever Gunners game against Blackburn Rovers - but how many of that starting XI can you remember?
The Frenchman sent his side out at Ewood Park for what would be the first of 1,235 matches as our manager, and they did the business as they recorded a 2-0 victory up in Lancashire.
Have a go at trying to name the side Wenger picked that day below, but be quick as you only have four minutes to recall them all!
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Can you guess the players in this starting 11?
Name the players Arsene Wenger selected for his first match in charge against Blackburn Rovers.
Premier League Ewood Park 12 October 1996
Match Info
Team & Result:
Arsenal's 2-0 win over Blackburn Rovers
Opponent:
Blackburn Rovers
Competition:
Premier League
Location:
Ewood Park
Match Date:
12 October 1996
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