I don’t believe I will be making too many friends with this piece but here goes… I am aware that the timing cannot be worse to come out with an opinion about how Danny Welbeck would be a better option up front compared to Olivier Giroud! I differ from my colleague Subomi who wrote a […]
New ‘Counter pressing, counter attacking’ Arsenal set to deliver Sucker punches in Europe
It’s that time of the campaign again, when the spotlight is fixed on Arsenal for a number of reasons. A period when observers are either itching to see how the Gunners falter in their title hunt, or watch how Arsene rallies his troops to end a challenging season with a top 4 finish. In this […]
Invincibles Doc Premiere Exclusive
Last night saw the premiere of the much anticipated ‘Invincibles Doc’ the inside story of Arsenal’s historic unbeaten league season in 2003/2004. The documentary, which has taken over two years to put together, includes contributions from Arsene Wenger, Thierry Henry, Jens Lehmann and Sol Campbell and other key squad members. In the film […]
Palace hard press left them exposed at the back & No way back for Theo and Jack!
Captain’s Log star-date 1, 6, 8, 7 point 6. I’ve been in the mood for a cheeseburger for a few weeks now. Not the sort we serve on the ship, a different sort. Maybe with a more exotic meat. Maybe we’ll boldly go and see what the Niberian wilderbeast tastes like. All in the name […]
50 Not Out!! – What more does Giroud have to do to please all Gunners?
After netting his 50th goal for the club yesterday, Olivier has proven himself a solid member of the Arsenal squad. Credit must be paid towards his improvement at the club in his 3 years here. Olivier Giroud divides opinion amongst most Gooners as to whether he’s good enough to lead the line for us and […]
Arsenal’s relationship with itself – an epic in the making.
As within any community or family the strength of the whole is driving by the bonds and relationships within – For the business end of the season the Gunners team now has these relationships and understandings. A sincere apology is without a doubt in order. Last time we spoke was around September of last year. […]
Time to put one over the Fat Granny sh.gging Diver and his team at Old Trafford
Right, it’s been a few weeks since I last spoke to you, so let’s start with a summary of what’s happened since then. Firstly, the bad thing happened when we lost to you know who, causing yet another North London power shift. This one lasting around three whole days. The power shifts are a so short […]
The Walcott Conundrum Part II – So Cheerio to our Theo or more pay and stay?
This is part II of the Walcott Conundrum article that began earlier today here from @Lordhillwood. Part 1 – Press Here Looking at goal ratio per game only reveals part of the story, we need to look at key aspects of TW’s game over 3-4 seasons to see how he has developed (if at all) […]
Is it time for Arsenal to say ‘Cheerio to Theo?’ – The Walcott Conundrum Part 1
Before reading this article might I ask that you please take off your red and white spectacles and try to be objective rather than allow your loyalty to the club and our players to cloud your view. Weighing up a conundrum is never easy, especially when so many variables apply. In the case of a […]
Is there a future for Santi in the holding role?
After a sensational performance from Santi Cazorla sitting deeper in midfield on the weekend it’s fair to say he looked quite accomplished in that role and not for the first time this season; Galatasaray at home springs to mind. With Mesut Ozil best utilised in the No. 10 role there really could be a great […]