When you think of Spanish players representing Arsenal, many will think of Cesc Fabregas, others may think of Santi Cazorla, maybe you’re a Nacho Monreal fan? I wonder how many think of Jose Antonio Reyes. The Seville speedster, with a penchant for destroying Real Madrid teams almost like he took extra pleasure from it. Reyes […]
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Can you name all of Arsenal’s Spanish Stars since Reyes became an Invincible?
Given the nationality of our head coach, Mr.Emery, I wanted to pick out some of the most noted Spanish players in our club’s history. Denis Suarez, whilst only a loan signing, also adds to the Spanish vibe we have currently. So who else from Spain has either helped us or even hindered us, over the […]
Is the Curse of Arsenal’s Number 9 set to continue?
Has the curse taken another victim? He was supposed to be the antidote He was supposed to shake the disease But I fear, he has succumbed to the same fate as many in his position before Ever since Smudger adorned the shirt in the early 90’s, many have tried to undertake the duties meeting the […]
Wenger’s all time worst buys for The Arsenal – The Unlucky 13!!
After the ‘Best Arsene Wenger Arsenal Signings’ post, I just had to do a ‘worst signings’ post. And again, entirely subjective; these are my own opinions and factor in the transfer fee paid, their impact (or lack of) on the team and the general ‘meh’ that I felt when they were announced. Or they […]
Thierry Henry Thursday – A look back at special goals, Arsenal v Chelsea 04/05
The high of the cup win has started to wear off and the reality of the season break is beginning to sink in. Transfer speculation is rife in the Goonersphere resulting in endless debates among Gooners about who Arsenal need and why they need the said player(s). I never get into any of that, although […]
And the Curse of the Arsenal Number 9 Continues…. The Far Side is Back
Happy Australia Day GunnersTown. (A couple of days late) A lot has happened during my 7 week sabbatical around the world. I got to see the sunset in Phuket I got to spend Boxing Day at church, for the first time in 6 years, I got introduced to the Tibetan […]
Podolski to stay and break the curse of the number 9 shirt
Far Side View A couple of curses seem to be plaguing The Arsenal, one may have been solved but the other, I fear, is still rumbling on. The first in question is ‘The Curse of the Number 9’. Steve WellmanEnglish by birth, Australian by choice. Traffic Engineer, Arsenal ST Holder, Sun DreamTeam Winner, Writer on […]
(VIDEOS) The Awesome Foursome: Best Arsenal goals against Manchester City
This Sunday, Arsenal host Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in the Premier League in what is a crucial fixture for both sides this season. Clashes between these two sides have conjured up some great games, controversial moments, and unbelievable skill. WTTGT
VIDEOS: Five Alive; Five of the best goals against Chelsea.
There is no doubting that this weekend’s match against Chelsea is a huge game so early on in the season for Arsenal. The champions of Europe currently top the Premier League after their opening five matches but are yet to really be tested after a fairly easy running. WTTGT
Vote: Did Arsenal sell Reyes too early?
He came with a whopping price tag for a Wenger singning. At £12.6m, Jose Antonio Reyes was expected to be the future of Arsenal Football Club, tearing up full-backs and scoring wonder goals – dare I say Ronaldo-esque? WTTGT