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Ian Wright reacts on Twitter to Arsenal’s Lichtsteiner performance for Switzerland

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Vladimir Petkovic, Head coach of Switzerland greets Stephan Lichtsteiner of Switzerland as he is substituted off during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Rus...
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Arsenal veteran defends new signing from criticism.

Vladimir Petkovic, Head coach of Switzerland greets Stephan Lichtsteiner of Switzerland as he is substituted off during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia group E match between Brazil and...

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has defended new Gunners signing Stephan Lichtsteiner’s performance for Switzerland.

Lichtsteiner signed for Arsenal on a free transfer earlier this month.

He helped Switzerland claim a draw in their World Cup opener against a star studded Brazil side, with the game finishing 1-1.

Marcelo of Brazil is challenged by Stephan Lichtsteiner of Switzerland during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia group E match between Brazil and Switzerland at Rostov Arena on June 17, 2018...

Wright took exception to a tweet from a fan criticism Lichtsteiner’s performance, and explained why he felt the Swiss defender did well.

As Wright pointed out, it is a game of opinions, and the supporter is entitled to say he is worried about how Lichtsteiner may fare in the Premier League next season.

At the same time, Lichtsteiner will be feeling extremely positive with how he got on against Brazil, and Switzerland will fancy their chances of qualification to the last 16.

Next up for the new Arsenal signing is a tough match against Serbia, before they face Costa Rica in the final group game.