Boxing Day 2020, one of the highlights of last season. You certainly remember that day, the gloomy atmosphere and the awkward feeling that another manager would get the sack after the final whistle. Mikel Arteta arrived to that crucial game on the back of a terrible spell of zero wins in seven Premier League games […]
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Finally Aubameyang Central at Old Trafford but No Luiz will mean 3 at the back
Arsenal vs Manchester United Matchday 7 • 1/10/2020 Two big giants of the game face off at Old Trafford on Matchday 7. Arsenal vs Manchester United, North vs South. Winner gets bragging rights. Manchester United come into this game in 15th place with Arsenal in 12th, with both sides looking to move closer […]
6 Things I learned about Arsenal in 2020 so far……
What did 2020 ever do for us? It’s been a facked up year, but when things are hard, there’s always a learning opportunity to be had. Here’s what I learnt from 2020. A decent, thoughtful manager, makes a shed load of difference After all these years, our defence is still pants! […]
The % Game – % Chance of each Arsenal Player being in Arteta’s Squad for 2020/21
Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the % game. With the transfers window now open and in an attempt to take my mind off the upcoming FA Cup Final against Chelsea, I tried to assess the current squad and see how many chances each player has to still be at the Club, next season. It […]
Gabriel Magalhaes: A centre back who would fit perfectly into Arteta’s system
The business Arsenal do in this transfer window will dictate their 2020/21 premier league destiny. Chelsea’s inability to make signings last year because of the transfer ban means they will be spending big and addressing key areas within their squad. They have already started with the acquisitions of Ziyech and Werner! Manchester United are a […]
A Breakdown of how Arteta’s Tactical tweaks and flexibility are improving his Arsenal
Tactical tweaks and flexibility are key to Arteta’s Arsenal It’s clear for all to see that Arteta has improved us defensively. It was only a few months ago that this group of players was being described as ‘uncoachable’ and totally written off. Although I’m under no illusions as to our current standing as a top half […]
Could Mikel Arteta just be the real deal? A Positive Analysis on his tenure to date
Initially I was underwhelmed with Mikel’s appointment. I felt the owner and recruitment team would be able to dictate his every move, being a typical ‘yes’ man. But from his very first interview, my confidence that he can deliver at this great club is slowly growing. Tricky opening fixtures Without a doubt, the Christmas period […]
It was Arsenal who played as a ‘Pack’ taming Wolves – How we should have played away for years!
We won way – again!! A complete performance. Wolves were tamed into dogs by the Arsenal. This was one of the best away wins in some years. Everyone to a man was on their top form. There were no errors, and we were structured, disciplined, and professional throughout. It was an away […]
The Pre-Match Game Show with Comedy Duo, Mesut and David!
The pre-game show, with David and Mesut It’s 2.30pm on Saturday 20th June 2020 and game 2 for Arsenal in season 2020 2.0 is upon us. Luis and Ozil are going through their new routine and this time they have been allowed to sit next to next to each other. All be it, 1.5m and […]
The only Stan I trust is from Laurel and Hardy – or how I would run Arsenal if I owned it
Like many other Gooners out there, my tolerance towards Mr. Kroenke isn’t strong. I feel he’s overseen our steady decline and demise from top-four regulars to ninth place. The three FA Cups wins in his tenure were all glorious occasions. But with proper oversight, targets, and drive, we had the capacity to do much […]