“Fi fi fo fum, I smell the blood of an Englishman, Be he live, or be he dead, I’ll grind his bones to make my bread” I find that this poem, as given in Joseph Jacob’s 1890 rendition of the classic English fairytale ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’, is very much applicable to […]
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Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshere NO LONGER FIGHTING as Arsene Wenger finds Arsenal’s DEFENSIVE ANSWER
Arteta Holds the Key to Midfield Balance As the new competitive season fast approaches, Arsenal are looking relatively strong – even without ze World Cup winners – and, despite Arsene Wenger reportedly looking to add in the defensive/midfield area, it is unlikely any (immediately effective) business will be done prior to the weekend. With this […]
Arsenal’s NEW German signing could help Arsene Wenger FINALLY bring the best out of Abou Diaby
If I were to compare Abou Diaby to a food, it would be a Finnish crisp bread. Despite being French and not Finnish, Abou is just as delicate, fragile and ultimately precarious as a crisp bread. Just like overloading a crisp bread with toppings, if you rely on him too much in an attempt to […]
Good things come to those who wait (in the Transfer Window!)
The season has ended and, for Arsenal, it has ended on an immeasurable high. Winning our first trophy in 9 years has induced a collective sigh of relief and utter joy amongst the fan base and it’s importance should not be underestimated, especially as the progressive effect it could have is yet to be seen. […]
Depressing Arsenal on an UPWARD curve but simply MUST win the FA Cup this season
The road to Wembley is paved with depression I haven’t written in a while, but I felt compelled to put fingertips to keyboard following yet another embarrassing and depressing performance away from home on Sunday. I am generally one who looks on the brighter side of things as I believe hope is much more powerful […]
The return of Arsenal’s Jack Wilshere
Having been overshadowed and perhaps somewhat intimidated by Aaron Ramsey’s rise to prominence at Arsenal, Jack Wilshere is re-finding form at the perfect time. Not only is Wilshere doing things he’s done well before, but he’s also adding goals to his game, which seems to me to be the most effective catalyst for improvement. Jack’s […]
Don’t forget about our hidden gem Zelalem!
This week I look at one of Arsenal’s most promising young talents and remind people that he does indeed still exist! After first hearing about a 16 year old being kept under wraps early last season, I began to become both excited and curious as to who the player was. As last season wore on, […]
“There are few players who evoke as much of an emotional response from the fans as Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsey”
This week, I chose to write about the man of the moment, whom I can’t help but love with all my Gooner heart. Plenty has been written about Aaron Ramsey this season, but I felt compelled to have my own say and appreciate the player and what a story his is, in my own words. […]
Intelligent Family Club Arsenal described as ‘BEAUTIFUL SHOW OFF DOLPHINS!’
A bit of a wacky one this week! But hopefully a piece that helps you to appreciate the beautiful football Arsenal play in a completely different way! Of course, the past couple of weeks haven’t been quite as good, but I’m sure you’ll have no problem casting your mind back to the beautiful football we’ve […]
Arteta/Flamini – The Pivot Dilemma
Last week I wrote about Flamini’s huge impact as a result of the instillment of fighting spirit. This week I look to address the tactical dilemma that has arisen now that Arteta, who previously occupied the defensive midfield/pivot role, is back to full fitness. I want to look at whether it is necessary for both […]