STAN TERNENT reflected on a “good work-out in front of a good crowd” and said: “Roll on Saturday”.
Town’s boss confirmed that barring any last-minute hitches he knows what his starting line-up will be when Stockport County come to the Galpharm for the big League I opener.
Ternent admitted the timing of last night’s centenary celebration match could have been better but pointed out: “Nobody played more than a half, so the players weren’t under any duress.
“It was a decent match and we came through without any further injuries, and in terms of fitness, the players are where I want them to be.”
Striker Andy Booth, new midfield arrival Michael Flynn and teenage frontman Danny Broadbent were the only three squad members to miss out against Arsenal.
But Ternent, who said he was close to a decision on trialist defender David Unsworth, believes only Broadbent (ankle) will be out of contention against promoted County.
“We’ve had five-and-a-half weeks together and things have gone well. We’re looking forward to Saturday,” he added.
“Everyone wants promotion, and while it’s not as easy as going into a chip shop and ordering a takeaway, that’s the challenge and I’ll do my best to achieve it.”
Arsenal jetted back to London from Manchester Airport with manager Arsene Wenger saying: “We were given a good test by Huddersfield.
“It was an interesting game and a good one for our youngsters.
“Huddersfield defended well and were well organised.
“Going behind in the game provided a good mental test of my players and I was pleased they responded to get the win.
“It is important not to panic when going behind – you must keep your head and continue playing the way you want to.”
The Frenchman, a keen student of football history, was delighted to see skipper for night, Swiss international centre-back Johan Djourou, lift the cut-glass Herbert Chapman Trophy.
“Herbert Chapman is a legend at our club,” said Wenger.
“He came to us from Huddersfield, so it seems only right that we could give them something back tonight.”
Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood said: “I’m delighted the two clubs have been able to commemorate a great man.”
