For very long time, so-called small teams used to apply an ultra-defensive approach when facing technically superior opponents, sitting deep in their half and tightening spaces available for their rivals. As they couldn’t compete on technical level, they HAD TO find a different way to avoid a heavy defeat and hopefully bring a point […]
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Wojciech Szczesny was set to become our Gianluigi Buffon – but it doesn’t look like he will anymore
Wojciech Szczesny has completed his move to AS Roma, the guy himself announced the deal via his Instagram account. Although all reports do not agree about the formula of the deal, John Cross of the Mirror believes that the initial loan move could be made permanent for as little as £ 5m. If confirmed, that means […]
Arsenal’s Summer Shopping List – it’s longer than you thought…
It’s that time of the year again. Though the transfer window will only open in 6 weeks, the transfer mill is already churning out rumours and boasting actual signings. Depay will start next season in United colours after the Red Devils bought him for a ridiculous £31 million and Dybala (our long-rumoured target) […]
Technology broke Gooner hearts – but this Villain’s tears cheered us up…
TBIF – The Weekly Gunners Town Crew Review Friday The 15th May, 2015 Welcome to Thank Bergkamp It’s Friday – where members of the Gunners Town writing team gather to take a look at the Arsenal week that’s just passed. It’s a simple format, really – each week, a smattering of our eclectic scribes will select a HERO, a VILLAIN, a HIGHLIGHT, and a LOWLIGHT from […]
Where are they now? The Search for Forgotten Gooners – Week 7: Alex Manninger
Where Are They Now? As it comes to the seventh edition of the Search for the Forgotten Gooners, I’ve been forced to really scratch my brain to rediscover certain misfits, or flashes in the pan whom have since seemingly been removed from the face of the Arsenalsphere. I’ve brought a variety of talents back under […]
Are Juventus trying to be funny?
So the main news coming out of Italy is not the reaction to their Euro 2012 final defeat but rather that Juventus have had a bid for Arsenal captain Robin Van Persie rejected. WTTGT
Wenger: ‘Van Persie will stay’
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has insisted that captain Robin Van Persie will stay at the club. WTTGT
Juventus consider Arsenal winger
After a torrid season in Serie A, Juventus are planning a complete reshape of their side for next season as they look to climb the league table. Could Arsenal’s ‘next Henry’ be enticed into a move to Italy? WTTGT
Is a World Cup winner on route?
With the goalkeeping spot being scrutinised at the Emirates, could the world’s most expensive goalkeeper in history be ready for a new challenge? WTTGT