A Battle of Brilliant Young Coaches – FA Cup Final Tactics, Formations, Dangers and Predicted Team
This Saturday’s final seems to have similarities to last year’s horror show in Baku. Chelsea came into the final last year under no pressure since champions league qualification was already secured. The impetus was on us as only a win in Baku would be enough to secure a place in Europe’s most elite competition. We […]
Exclusive – Opposition View FA Cup Final Preview with CFC Fan, Writer and Pod-Caster Stamford Chidge
An FA Cup Final Preview with a difference will give you the inside track on our West London rivals Chelsea ahead of the big day. I was delighted to catch up with my old sparring partner, Chelsea FanCast Presenter/Producer and CFC write for the CFCUK Fanzone and Football.London, David Chidgey (@StamfordChidge) DS – Good afternoon […]
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 […]
Brought back from the brink: Granit Xhaka’s miraculous transformation from outcast to linchpin
Since signing for Arsenal in 2016, Granit Xhaka has been a polarising figure for Arsenal fans. From literally picking his nose as Watford scored a goal back in 2017, to his ability to score goals at long range, to being praised for recent performances, Xhaka is an interesting and perhaps misunderstood player. Some Arsenal supporters […]
Get Out Of Jail Free (Bronze Edition) – this time it’s truly make or break for Arsenal (Episode 16)
Episode 16 “Get Out Of Jail Free (Bronze Edition)” Dave, Charlie and Paul discuss the Aubameyang contract saga, Dani Ceballos’ loan renewal, the players we’re prepared to sell and those we’d rather keep (there aren’t that many of them!) They then turn their attention to Saturday’s Cup Final – possible formations and tactics, predictions, and […]
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 […]
Last Chance Saloon for Arsenal to rescue a wretched season – 2020 Review
So the Premier League has finally finished. (A little later this year then originally planned!). With the Gunners having to face another game this weekend in the FA Cup final, the countdown is on to the finale. This season will have made an ever lasting impression on those associated with the club. In short – […]
A Blueprint for Arsenal’s rebuild: What should our aims be in the Transfer Window and for next season?
The Gunners worst placed finish in the Premier League since 1995 was confirmed on Sunday afternoon, after a less than convincing win against a Watford side that were desperately fighting for survival meant Arteta’s side could only finish as high as 8th. Not many could have foreseen how tough this campaign would be for Arsenal, […]
FA FA Cup Final preview – We’re underdogs but not by much/Combined AFC/CFC 11
We’re all buzzing naturally for the FA Cup final vs. Chelsea. Lampard has done well for them to get the top four in his first season. And either he or Arteta could be another person in the list of both managers and players who have won the FA Cup. Now, are Chelsea favourites? […]