Is there a more pleasurable sound in football fandom than the howls of derision from pundits and experts as a decision goes against the team they all so obviously back? On and on they droned about Leroy Sane’s looping cross which was ruled to have curled out of play before it was poked home by … Continue reading FA CUP: A rare moment of glory for hard-working Arsenal as they enjoy a strong semi.
Given his general resistance to reactionary change, Arsene Wenger’s decision to employ three at the back against Middlesbrough on Monday came as something of a surprise. While the move may not have proved the panacea to all the ills plaguing the team at the moment, it did prove itself pretty solid in the first half … Continue reading Will Arsene Wenger stick with three at the back for FA Cup clash with Manchester City?
Conventional wisdom dictates that Arsenal should simply have too much for Middlesbrough in tonight’s Premier League clash. The Gunners are the far superior side man-for-man, with a vastly more lavish playing budget, better training facilities and management structure. But, if this season has taught Arsenal fans anything, it’s that this club cares little for convention, … Continue reading Arsene’s lucky dip: Which Arsenal side will turn up for the trip to Middlesbrough?
Little by little, as the days go by and the press conferences come and go, I become convinced that there is some sort of battle raging in the Arsenal boardroom. In the build-up to the West Bromwich Albion game, it seemed almost certain that we were imminently due an announcement on the issue of Arsene … Continue reading Battle in the boardroom: Has Ivan thrown a spanner in the works of contract extension?
When something bad happens - typically something unexpected and deeply affective - the natural reaction of most people is to try and rationalise it or search for a logical explanation. This old truth has been particularly relevant for Arsenal fans of late, as the search for a reason behind the team’s lamentable downturn in form … Continue reading There is no simple explanation or singular point of blame for the turmoil at Arsenal
‘You’re not fit to wear the shirt’. Did you ever think it would reach a point where Arsenal fans would accuse their own players - in many cases their idols and heroes - of not giving their all for the team? I must admit I didn’t but it is difficult to argue with that sentiment … Continue reading ‘You’re not fit to wear the shirt’ – Arsenal fans at breaking point after defeat at Crystal Palace
If there was one overriding lesson to be learned from Arsenal’s comfortable 3-0 win over West Ham in midweek, it’s that the Hammers are an awful football team. But that aside, there were elements about the way we played that may actually be of use as we prepare for the trip to Selhurst Park on … Continue reading Midfield combination shows promise as Arsenal prepare for trip to Crystal Palace
In a comforting throwback to better times, Arsenal brushed past an under par West Ham side at the Emirates in a manner that vaguely resembled the team at its best. It has been a good long while since the Gunners put in a performance that was anywhere near what they are capable of – against … Continue reading Derek Acorah summoned as the ghost of Arsenal resurfaces in thrashing of West Ham
Although in some ways Arsenal have always been a little mercurial, their performances in 2017 have seen them regress to a level where no one has any real idea how they are going to perform – least of all the manager. Heading into tomorrow’s match against Manchester City, it is difficult to approach the game … Continue reading Hefty dollop of good fortune needed if Arsenal are to take anything from Manchester City clash
How much longer can Arsenal fans expect to wait until some much-needed clarity over the future of the manager and, indeed, the club is forthcoming? It has been almost a fortnight since Arsene Wenger announced, in the wake of our mauling at West Bromwich Albion, that he had made up his mind regarding his future … Continue reading Deal or No Deal: Why it’s high time we had answers over Arsene Wenger’s future
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