The international breaks seem to come at a strange time. Considering we’ve had a full summerof football throughout Euro 2012 and the London Olympic Games, it seems crazy to think that we have already had an international break, and just as we are enjoying the being back in the swing of the Premier League, another […]
The Rise of Carl Jenkinson
After a long series of impressive performances to begin the season with, Carl Jenkinson has played himself into the England reckoning. The young right back has received plaudits from the media, Arsene Wenger and the England coaching staff for his consistent start to the season and he was given the chance to train with the […]
Should Arsenal have gambled on Steven Fletcher?
Arsenal have made a good start to the Premier League season, however missed chances have prevented it from being a brilliant one. In all four games in which they’ve dropped points, Arsenal have missed a host of chances, with their new signing Olivier Giroud spurning match winning opportunities against both Stoke and Sunderland. The latter […]
Theo Walcott: Winger or Striker?
Theo Walcott has longed for the chance to have a regular spot as a striker since his arrival at the Emirates in 2006, but Arsene Wenger has continued to frustrate the 23-year old by extending his vexatious time as a wide man. Walcott blazed onto the scene as a 16-year old at Southampton and was […]
Do Arsenal need Walcott to sign a new contract with Gnabry coming through the ranks? (Video)
Serge Gnabry may be the next player to come through the ranks at Arsenal. The German youth international is trying to follow in the steps of Jack Wilshere, Wojciech Szczesny and Keiron Gibbs in trying to force himself into the first team at the North London Club. The winger possesses great pace, and is extremely direct, […]
VIDEO: Giroud Review
And so, the wait is over! Oli Giroud has finally found the net in a Premier League game for the Arsenal. Hooray! Boy it was worth it wasn’t it? No? OK just me. Either way I feel that we should take a moment to reflect and revel in the greatness that is Olivier Giroud. We […]
Carl Jenkinson – The Corporal
8th June, 2011. Arsene Wenger signs a little known Right back from Charlton Athletic, who barely featured in Charlton’s League 1 campaign; in fact, he was on loan at Eastbourne Borough a lot of the season. So why, when the club was crying out for quality in Midfield with the imminent departures of Cesc Fabregas and […]
Santi Claus is Coming to Town!
Going into this match there were many similarities to the same fixture four years ago. Phil Dowd last officiated a match between Arsenal and West Ham October 2008. Like this weekend’s fixture it was also at Upton Park. I asked if Arsenal enjoy the same success they had four years ago? Four years ago Arsenal […]
Wenger’s Genius is alive and kicking
During Arsenal’s much publicised seven-year trophy drought, Arsene Wenger has received criticism from all quarters. Fans and football pundits, including ex-Arsenal players, have consistently condemned Arsene for his management of the club, with a particular focus on the club’s cautious attitude in the transfer market.
Hammers Gold; Three memorable meetings
In an unusual turn of events, Arsenal travel to Upton Park on Saturday currently looking up the League table at the Hammers having endured a defeat to Chelsea last weekend coming off the back of a 1-1 draw with Manchester City the previous Sunday. The Irons find themselves in seventh, a place above the Gunners, […]