VARrrrrrgh! Arsenal paying the penalty for poor officiating, NLD incoming and debt restructuring [GT Pod Episode 05]
Gunners Town Pod – Episode 05 “VARrrrrrrgh!” Chris, Charlie and Gav have a little moan about the inconsistencies of VAR. Also – a quick look ahead to the North London Derby, and some breaking news about KSE, Kroenke and the stadium debt. Don’t forget to subscribe using the many options below. WATCH On the Gunners […]
2 Final Key Aspects remain to complete the Arteta Revival and secure Europe
As shown from my previous analysis on Mikel Arteta, progress is evident and we certainly are a much more resilient, free flowing side. However, we all know there are plenty of areas we must work on that will allow us to improve both in our performance and the results we achieve. Obviously player quality and […]
Despite resilience and structure, Gunners rue missed chances and red card [All the vital statistics]
Vital Statistics from Arsenal 1-1 Leicester City Premier League • Matchday 34 • 07 July 2020 In a performance that showed resilience, battle, structure and a superb attitude, we can find ourselves unlucky not to take the 3 points after the damaging red card and our unfortunate inability to finish key chances and put the […]
The Work rate, effort and energy that epitomise Arteta’s Arsenal undone by Poor Finishing and Eddie’s Mad Moment
Arsenal out-Foxed for a draw Arsenal 1-1 Leicester City – PL review 7th July 2020 With the game vs. our “friends” at the weekend, it was vital that we got in a good performance or win here. And also to keep on our recent good form and performances. I must say – I […]
Clean sheets and wins against the Foxes and the Tiny Totts in Arsenal’s “Death Run” please!
Gunners Town Pod – Suburbs Edition Episode 3 – 6th July 2020 Ben, Chris and Steve get all excitable discussing two wins, two clean sheets, the prospect of more wins and more clean sheets against Leicester and The Tiny Totts as Arsenal enter the current ‘death run’. The need to get Auba to ‘SignDaTing’ also […]
Mourinho takes the bait – Deja Vu, nah, heard it all before!!
Deja Vu, nah, heard it all before At his latest press conference, Maureen was asked about a tweet posted on Arsenal’s twitter account. “So, Mo, did you see the tweet posted on Thursday. ‘It’s not easy beating Sheffield United at Bramall Lane… here’s how it’s done’. Do you have any comments?” “Well, you know my […]
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 […]
29 Tackles and 52 Ball recoveries! Vital Statistics from Wolves v Arsenal. [MatchSTATS]
Vital Statistics from Wolves v Arsenal Premier League • Matchday 33 • 04 July 2020 Structure, hard work and attitude, right through the team – the simple part of football that’s been missing for too long. POSSESSION Interesting to note that again we didn’t have the lion’s share of possession, gone are the entirely ball […]
Time to acknowledge that Arteta is improving players?
In my previous article, I said that football is a results business and in that respect, what a great couple of weeks it’s been since I last penned my thoughts. Most supporters are quick to criticise the manager when he gets it wrong, so I’m going to buck that trend by being quick to praise […]
Want diamonds? Make diamonds! How Arteta’s Arsenal can thrive… [Positive Needs & Hopes]
Polish the rocks to buy the diamonds POSITIVES, NEEDS and HOPES Many years ago I was in Memphis sitting in a restaurant late at night. I was chatting with a local man who was imparting one pearl of wisdom after another. As is life, we only remember the odd thing here and there. For some […]