Wenger Pays Bolton Tribute

Last updated : 22 December 2003 By Mark Heys
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger praised Bolton Wanderers following Saturday's clash between the two sides which ended in a thrilling 1-1 draw thanks to a goal six minutes from time by Bolton substitute Henrik Pedersen.

Wenger described Wanderers as the hardest team the Gunners have played so far this season and said for their efforts Bolton deserved something out of the game having dominated the League leaders and FA Cup winners for long periods of the game.

"Bolton created lots of chances and they deserved something from the game. That's the best anyone has played against us all season and if Bolton continue like this, a 1-1 draw won't look so bad here at the end of the season.