We knew it was a big ask.

Arsenal were headed into the second leg of their Champions League match-up with AC Milan, needing at least 4 goals without conceding one, to make up for the 4-0 debacle at the San Siro.

The Gunners fought fearlessly and valiantly, putting in 3 goals before the half.  But it was not to be.  Yet, as with other defeats, I do not feel despair, regret, or anger (though I must confess to a level of annoyance with the abysmal referee).

All that I’m feeling is…