‘The day they became Arsenal’ An Arsenal blog from a coach’s perspective I didn’t realize what I was looking at until I was in Kentucky. I took Max and his mate Jake to Cincinnati this weekend to watch the MLS opener vs Atlanta United. Terrible first half, better second half, Cincy won 2-0. The talk […]
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A Day In The Life of ‘Arry The Spud Aged 33 1/3 (A Parody of A Middlesex Man)
Based on a true parody, updated from the original 2017 parody. Names have been changed to protect the guilty!! Something to lighten mood before the serious business at 4.30 Sunday afternoon or 3.30 Monday morning, depending on your view. Saturday 7.30am ‘Arry the Spud’s alarm clock kicks in to TalkShite’s daily breakfast phone in ‘Why […]
The Arsenal Women Journal – One Stumble Too Many [TOT 0-0 ARS]
Hello, Arsenal Women aficionados! The Gunners didn’t win a must-win game, and that’s pretty much it. After throwing away a two-goals lead in Munich, Arsenal Women couldn’t break down Tottenham at Brisbane Road and find now themselves eight points off the top spot – which means that their title challenge is over. As sad as […]
The Arsenal Women Journal – Derby Delight after League Cup blow [ARS 1-2 MCI, ARS 5-0 TOT]
Hello, Arsenal Women aficionados! Renée’s first home game at the Emirates Stadium as Arsenal’s permanent head coach could not have been more memorable! The 5-0 thrashing of Tottenham Hotspur has been the perfect medicine after the sucker punch received from Mary Fowler and Manchester City in the league cup semifinal, at Meadow Park. The blow […]
The Arsenal Women Journal – Give it to Renée [JUV 0-4 ARS]
Hello, Arsenal Women aficionados! I know it’s been a very long time but what I time to get back writing the Arsenal Women Journal! After the most depressing of times, with a head coach leaving, the team drifting away form the title challenge and an overall write-it-off-already-and-plan-for-2026 feeling, the four-nil thumping of Juventus at theirs […]
9 fun facts about Arsenal for the Gunner newbie
Arsenal Football Club is one of the most famous and successful clubs in English football history. But even if you’re a die-hard fan, there might still be some quirky and interesting tidbits about the club that could surprise you. Let’s dive into nine fun facts about the Gunners that you may not know! The Invincibles […]
The Arsenal Women Journal – Derby Double Trouble (TOT 1-0 ARS)
Good morning, Arsenal Women aficionados! As soon as the final whistle blew, I could see the blogs and articles being published about how Tottenham are growing, how they heroically overcame their nemesis and how they deservedly won their first North London Derby, ever.Truth is, Spurs’ goalkeeper Votikova pulled a player of the match performance, and […]
Highlights, Lowlights & Headlights: A GT Crew Review [ARS 2-2 TOT; BRE 0-1 ARS]
In this edition we look back on the NLD and the Carabao Cup midweek game against Brentford. HIGHLIGHT NLD Dave Seager: The only true highlight from the NLD was the magnificent Saliba. Dwayne Bingham: The fans, brought the atmosphere to the game. Understandably it doesn’t take much to lift us against Spurs but despite […]
Highights, Lowlights & Headlights: A GT Crew Review [ARS 4-0 PSV]
Keeping things short and sweet… A new regular feature on Gunners Town, using the framework started during lockdown on the Gunners Town Pub podcasts… Our writers each offer a highlight and lowlight for the previous Matchday, and then shine a headlight on what lies ahead for the Gunners. What do you think? Give us your […]
Highlights, Lowlights and Headlights: A GT Crew Review [EVE 0-1 ARS]
Keeping things short and sweet… A new regular feature on Gunners Town, using the framework started during lockdown on the Gunners Town Pub podcasts… Our writers each offer a highlight and lowlight for the previous Matchday, and then shine a headlight on what lies ahead for the Gunners. What do you think? Give us your […]