Why Wenger’s New Tactical Flexibility may give Bellerin the edge over Oxlade-Chamberlain
The opening game of Arsenal’s campaign ended with a positive result, just. I am not going to say I was not concerned at 3-2 down, although those who sit with me will confirm I predicted the final score-line at halftime. Whilst it is too early to draw too many conclusions after one match, there was […]
A Tinge of Frustration but a Touch of Hope – Will History remember Giroud as an Arsenal Great?
94 Seconds is what it took for the Arsenal to open their account for the new campaign, and it had to be our club record signing, Lacazette. It was well past midnight in my part of the world when he guided that ball in, and I had absolutely no thought or respect for the fact […]
He is so Good that Sead ‘The Beast’ Kolasinac should Partner Xhaka in Midfield
Glorious Chaos; Enjoy the Arsenal ride. Well it was an interesting start to the season. Our defensive frailties seem to still be there, but to be fair, it was probably our 2nd choice back 3 and Cech didn’t bask himself in glory by going walkabout for two of the goals. Similar to last year’s start […]
A not so Strong Case for the Arsenal Defence as Attack comes to Rescue
Last season started at 100mph. Playing at home, Arsenal looked decent going forward, but vulnerable at the back, playing out a match that ended 4-3. Last night, 12 months had past, though little had changed, with the same questions asked and the same scoreline occurring. Fortunately, this time it was a win over Leicester rather than a […]
Spurs 7th and Poch 1st Fired: Arsenal View Season Predictions
Here are my predictions for the season for what it’s worth. Champions: Arsenal Runners up: Man City Those two are interchangeable. I’ve gone with heart and the fact that no Europe will be huge for Arsenal in first half of season (assuming Wengy sticks to his promise to play the kids). But in reality it’s […]
Arsenal will have too much in the ‘Sead’ Tank for Leicester
. Arsenal vs. Leicester City Preview Premier League – Friday 11h August 2017 – Emirates Stadium FIRST GAME OF THE 2017/18 SEASON So NOW is where things start… Our game is first up for the season, and unusually we’re playing on Friday, though we all know the reason why (money/BskyB…) Pre-season was mixed, with […]
Top 5 Under the Radar Arsenal Storylines Entering the New Season
Will Lacazette hit the ground running in his first season? Is Arsenal going to strengthen at CM? Will Aaron Ramsey return to his form of the ‘13-’14 season? These questions, as well as the looming contract situations of Alexis, Ozil, and the Ox, have been the main talking points this offseason. Now that we’ve had […]
Sead’s a TANK – Ode to Kolasinac
He comes from Bosnia He’s going to run through you He comes from Bosnia There’s nothing you can do He comes from Bosnia He’s attacking down your right He comes from Bosnia Your right back’s scared alright He comes from Bosnia Our scouts we have to thank He comes from Bosnia He is a […]
Arsenal Premier League Season Preview – Gunners assessed along with all 19 Rivals
Premier League Season Preview 2017/18 So the new season is but days away, it feels both an age away but also just like yesterday that Arsenal lit Wembley up during the epic curtain closer of the FA cup final. There are so many changes in football this coming season, with many clubs getting new managers […]
We go again – The 2017/18 AFC Roller-Coaster of Anticipation, Optimism, Disappointment and Dashed Hope!
We Go Again Life can be straightforward for a football fan, when he/she lives it in seasons rather than calendar years, like regular people do. What does a season comprise of, for your average football fan? It starts with hope which transcends to excitement, nervousness, short lived euphoria, disappointment, renewed hope, despair and finally ending […]