Ever since the era of UCL football ended and the era of UEL came in, the managers have used the Europa League for a chance to give minutes to the upcoming youngsters. In his final season, Le Professeur – Arsene Wenger, introduced the likes of soon-to-be England U21’s record goalscorer – Eddie Nketiah, and the […]
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Hale End Boys Set To Shine In Europe Once More – Arsenal vs Molde FK Preview.
Following last week’s result at home against Dundalk, Arsenal struggled against an Irish Low-Block, which resulted in us having a lot of the ball. We can expect the same tonight from Moldë who will look to sit back and hit us on the counter-attack. One man that will most definitely help break a low-block, is […]
Southampton 0-2 Arsenal: Pressure wins twice [Positive Needs and Hopes]
Pressure wins twice If you are thinking that the headline refers to Arsenal beating Southampton due to two individual moments of pressure, you’d be 50% correct. Arsenal won due to a couple of reasons, and leaning into their speed upfront was certainly one of them. Southampton never found an easy way to play or create […]
What if Christmas already happened? 6 things Arsenal want (but may not need)
What if Christmas already happened?… A transfer blog Hands up. I’m guilty. I never learn either. My wife is partially responsible too. Every ruddy Christmas we overspend on our children! We get too excited at the opportunity for short term happiness. This reminds me of where Arsenal might be with the possibility of new signings. […]
#BOUARS 1-2: How you know the Coach is good… [Positive Needs & Hopes]
When you know the Coach is good Positives, Needs and Hopes Besides good results, how do you know if you have a good coach? Clues are found in various places. a) consistent effort. b) game winning alterations. c) bad runs of form don’t last. d) understanding of importance to build team based on their qualities […]
Did Arsenal play Norwich or Arsenal? [Positive Needs & Hopes]
‘DID ARSENAL PLAY NORWICH OR ARSENAL?’ Positives, Needs and Hopes If you could pick the most important need for improvement on the field, what would you choose? I’ve thought about this too much. I think this means I’m sure of what I think. I’d try to improve defensive transitions. I bet I’m not alone. The […]
Sheffield United 1-0 Arsenal: The Points, the Table, the Fixtures or the Games
‘The Points, the Table, the Fixtures or the Games’ Before every game I pick the team in my head. Before every transfer window I pick who I’d sell and buy too. Every once in a while I imagine what I’d do if I was Raul, Vinai and Edu. I sit here tonight thinking about the […]
Arsenal Squad Rankings: the entire Gunner squad ranked based on their impact, consistency and attitude
I have read most of the articles written by people in recent weeks and I am struck by the impact of Acadamy youngsters and good acquisitions such as Pepe and Ceballos We are now in 3rd place which in my judgement will be our final place. Many fans have stated their opinions on how new players […]
Was Arsenal’s summer transfer season really a success?
Was Arsenal’s summer transfer season really a success? On the 30th of September, Arsenal clashed swords with Manchester United under unrelenting Mancunian skies, hoping to lay down its first significant marker of the Premier League season. However, they failed to do so as Unai Emery’s men crawled to a tame stalemate. The Gunners, despite finding […]
Arsenal 5-0 Nottingham Forest: The Most Important Match Of The Season?
‘THE MOST IMPORTANT MATCH OF THE SEASON?’ Really? I think so. Why? Unless Emery is stubborn or blind, he was smacked in the face with a handful of potential changes that he could make based on what we all saw. Changes that could swing our season from ‘decent results, poor performances but fall short again’ […]