Arsene Wenger lauds special Arsenal side

France: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has praised his side`s "special" performance after they battled to a 2-1 win at Olympique de Marseille on Wednesday.

Goals from Theo Walcott and Aaron Ramsey made sure of the three points, before Jordan Ayew netted a late consolation from the penalty spot for the hosts. The victory made it a club-record 10 straight away wins for Wenger`s side and the Frenchman, who took Arsenal to the Champions League final in 2006, was quick to praise his side for a resolute and patient display. "It [the away record] shows that maybe defensively we are a bit more stable and a bit more serene," he told Sky Sports. "It was important for us not to give the first goal away, Marseille had an excellent first half. "We were a bit timid and in the second half we grew up and took advantage of our good moments in the game. It was a victory linked with patience and experience. "We have all these players who can make something special, I knew that it would be a difficult game, [Marseille have] a passionate crowd, players of quality, Marseille is a good side." Ramsey`s strike made it five goals in seven appearances for the Wales international so far this season and the 22-year-old is eager to help Arsenal continue their recent impressive form. "It`s [the victory] vital, we have a tough group and it was important to get off to a good start and get three points," Ramsey said. "I`m happy with the way I`m playing, I`m playing with confidence, I`m getting into positions and putting them away at the moment. "I think it`s just as important to keep that run going, our away form has been fantastic. Hopefully we can continue to build on that." Goal.com