There was plenty about Arsenal’s lacklustre draw with Tottenham to be disappointed with – from the fear-induced constipation in attack, to the sudden outbreak of defensive ineptitude. For me, though, the most disappointing thing about the whole match day experience was the attitude of a reasonably significant section of fans. Frankly, it stunk. There is … Continue reading Emirates atmosphere as dry as prunes in the sun for tepid North London Derby
THE MATCH Despite the eventual scoreline, Ludogorets showed enough in the first match at the Emirates to suggest that they were very capable in attack. Things may not have run well for them in London but it was clear that they moved the ball quickly, thrived on the counter, and had some powerful ball carriers … Continue reading Complacency, Giroud up top, and the mesmerism of Mesut
As well as confirming Olivier Giroud’s messianic status at Arsenal, yesterday’s win at Sunderland showed that patience and hard work for players on the periphery of the first team squad really does pay off. Despite being usurped as first choice left back in recent years, Kieran Gibbs has stayed quiet, kept his own counsel and, … Continue reading Sunderland win shows patience pays off for those willing to work at Arsenal
The League Cup win over Reading was about a routine a victory as you are ever likely to see at the Emirates. Even with the chance to claim a real scalp, Reading never really seemed keen to put much on the line in pursuit of victory – not until the last five minutes or so, … Continue reading Routine Reading win felt like an opportunity missed for Arsenal’s young stars
The distinct flavour of last season hung over the Emirates yesterday as Arsenal toiled to a draw against Middlesbrough. That acrid taste of frustration that stuck in many a craw in 2015/16 was back like a frankfurter that won’t stop repeating on you as the Gunners produced a sluggish display that really lacked the gusto … Continue reading Why Arsenal’s draw with Boro was like the foul repetition of a post-frankfurter burp
There was something decidedly different about the Arsenal side that steam-rollered Ludogorets on Wednesday night - something curious and yet vaguely irksome. There is no doubting that we were magnificent going forward, producing some truly spellbinding football at times – and with devastatingly accurate finishing to boot. On any number of levels, it was a … Continue reading Arsene Tweaker? Gamble with system change pays off for Gunners
At what point as a football team do you become too good for your own good? Frankly, I’m not convinced it’s entirely possible but last night’s Champions League showing from Arsenal certainly had me thinking. From an attacking point of view, it was among the best displays of football I have seen from an Arsenal … Continue reading Basel stroll throws up a few questions for fiendishly good Arsenal side
There was more than a touch of good fortune about it, but a point in Paris really was a prize worth having as Arsenal kicked off their Champions League campaign on Tuesday night. When the relief of having completed his toughest group fixture finally subsides, there will be plenty for Arsene to think about and … Continue reading Post-PSG wish list: A few areas Arsene must address ahead of trip to Hull
What is it about playing at the Emirates that seems to be causing Arsenal trouble of late? We started the season with a turbulent 4-3 defeat at the hands of Liverpool, and, in our latest home match, narrowly avoided a draw against Southampton courtesy of a last-gap penalty. But for that penalty, we may have … Continue reading What’s behind Arsenal’s recent struggles playing at the Emirates?
Granit Xhaka saw red for Switzerland on Tuesday in their World Cup qualifying clash against Portugal, his seventh dismissal since 2014. The Swiss mate a late, lunging tackle on Joao Mario to receive a second yellow card and once again draw attention to his disciplinary record, which is fast earning him a reputation as something … Continue reading As Granit Xhaka gets his marching orders again we ask: Can red cards win us the league?
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