Arsene Wenger has dismissed questions about the challenge now facing Arsenal as “a farce” and urged angry fans to reserve judgment until the end of the season.

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A fourth defeat in six games has left Arsenal battling to salvage their season ahead of playing Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday and then Everton on Saturday in the Premier League.