Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is sure his side can go to Barcelona and get a result that would see them progress to the next round of the Champions League at the expense of the La Liga titans.
The Gunners fought to a memorable 2-1 win on home soil with late goals from Robin van Persie and Andrey Arshavin inside five minutes, after Pep Guardiola's side were looking comfortable enough to hold on to their minimal lead gifted by David Villa on 26 minutes.
The French manager praised his players' unity and claimed the nature of the victory achieved is a boost to his players' confidence ahead of the second leg.
"I am proud for Arsenal Football Club. Everyone urged us to play differently to our nature so it is good. I believe more than pride can strengthen the belief in our philosophy,� Wenger said after the match.
"Tonight's result gives us a chance to go to Barcelona with belief. We know it will be a very difficult game but we will prepare well. We will be highly focused and we go to win our game.
"It is a special lift for my team. Our players have shown exceptional strength tonight and togetherness. This will enforce that.
"I am highly delighted because it was a special football match. The game promised a lot and absolutely fulfilled the promises between two exceptional football teams who always try to play.
"We were not only strong on the physical side but on the mental side, we kept resilient. We took advantage of one special piece of skill from van Persie and the goal or the second was after some good build-up play.
�It was a special night.", he said.
