Typically, Arsenal lurch from glorious to god-awful in the space of a game. In Saturday’s north London derby, however, they managed that mind-boggling feat inside 45 minutes in a truly remarkable showing as they went down 1-0 to Harry Kane's second-half goal. The opening half was as organised, resolute and determined an effort as you … Continue reading Arsenal lurch from solid to shocking in the space of one north London derby
I’ll preface this by saying I am enormously pleased that Arsenal managed to sign both Pierre Emerick Aubameyang and Henrikh Mhkitaryan in the January transfer window. Mesut Ozil penning a new deal was also a welcome piece of news to add an extra touch of shine to our sparkling transfer crown. But, for all the … Continue reading No amount of Aubamayang can cure what really ails this Arsenal side
As far as weeks in the life of an Arsenal fan go, these last seven days or so have been pretty good. There have been some truly appalling periods for Gooners in recent years and this winter has certainly been no bed of roses, but two wins, a cup final spot, and a top-drawer player … Continue reading Deal for Aubameyang could turn Arsenal’s good week into a great one
For just a short while today, Arsenal will step off the transfer carousel and away from the madness of the January window to play a game of football. Crystal Palace are due to visit the Emirates and, for the first time in a good long while, the Gunners will be kicking off at 3pm. Amid … Continue reading Returning players may just give Arsenal enough oomph to overcome Crystal Palace in must-win clash
Does anybody do a transfer saga quite as well as Arsenal? It doesn’t appear so given the club’s lengthy and unenviable track record of protracted, embarrassing and ultimately damaging departures down the years. Of course, we all view the football world through the prism of our own club and tend to view our own experiences … Continue reading Whatever happens, Arsenal must act decisively in Sanchez transfer saga
We have plumbed depths so deep in recent years that is difficult to be embarrassed as an Arsenal fan these days. But, if there is one lesson we have all learned as Gooners over the years, it’s that you should never underestimate the ability of this team to surprise you, for better or, more likely, … Continue reading Another week, another farce for Arsenal in FA Cup horror show at Nottingham Forest
The most maddening thing about Arsenal’s Christmas and new year campaign has been the outright inconsistency of it. Although the Gunners have been unbeaten since an unfortunate defeat to Manchester United last month, they have drawn games against the likes of Southampton, West Brom, and West Ham since then. Those were all games the team … Continue reading It’s click or collapse as Arsenal search for consistency ahead of Chelsea clash
A vastly more clinical Arsenal side eased to victory over Crystal Palace on Thursday night, fending off a spirited late fight back to take all three points. Despite wobbles along the way, Arsene Wenger’s men showed the kind of efficiency in front of goal that has been sadly lacking in recent months, although good chances … Continue reading Arsenal and Alexis find form in front of goal in victory over Crystal Palace
If I learned one thing from last night’s six-goal thriller against Liverpool it’s that we will never again be a sound defensive unit under Arsene Wenger. The days of miserly, tough-tackling defending, and no-nonsense midfields are gone and will not be coming back as long as the Frenchman is in charge at the Emirates. Arsene … Continue reading Arsenal break even against Liverpool as win-or-bust football persists
The issues with confidence and cohesion that have blighted Arsenal’s football recently showed no real signs of abatement as they overcame an underwhelming Newcastle side at the Emirates on Saturday. A real sluggishness and lack of vigour has rendered Arsenal impotent in attack of late, while simultaneously highlighting their weaknesses in defence, and draws at … Continue reading Arsenal do enough but shooting pains persist against Newcastle
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