How Mikel Arteta applied the ancient Greek philosophy of stoicism in management
“It feels like the next training session.” This was Mikel Arteta’s response to a journalist a few days ago when asked if every remaining game feels like a cup …
Why Jorginho makes a lot of sense for Arsenal
“Our ‘six’ must understand our game. It is vital.” “He is the one that makes everyone work, the one that frees those in front, the one who finds superiority, the …
Hits and Misses: Brentford (a)
On Sunday, Arsenal travelled to West London to take on hosts Brentford. With City and Spurs having both overtaken them in the league table, the pressure was on to …
Arsenal: Post first 7 game takeaways
Good afternoon all, hope you guys are having a great week! I’ll be honest, it wasn’t the best weekend/week for me…. Just like when Covid hit in March 2020 …
Arsenal’s transfer market approach – The good and the bad
Morning folks! Let’s talk Arsenal squad building and transfers. I think we can all agree that our starting 11 when everyone’s fit is really good. Arsenal’s transfer strategy has …
Arsenal are on the rise
Good morning folks! Just moved to Berlin last Friday and already suffering due to my appalling standards when it comes to speaking German…. LOL! I had to watch the …
EXCLUSIVE: Thomas Partey returns to training after picking up minor injury
Thomas Partey started Arsenal’s first 3 games of the season and picked up an injury last week, missing home fixtures against Fulham and Aston Villa. This was soon followed …
Arsenal Women: The Full Season Review
And so, the dust has finally settled on another season for the Arsenal Women. It’s a season that initially filled us with much hope and expectation, and for a …
2021-22 Season Superlatives
It has been a week since the season is over. The time has come to reflect on what has been an eventful campaign filled with numerous highs and lows. …
Arsenal Transfer Window Prediction: A summer of building on foundations
Just 2 weeks ago, North London Forever was being sung throughout the Emirates, as Arsenal went 4 points clear of Tottenham with 3 games remaining. Then, the week of …
Arsenal’s foundations have been set. Now is the time to build upon them
And so, after a topsy-turvy season of highs, lows, hopes & promise, despair and disappointment, Arsenal concluded their campaign with a thumping 5-1 win over an AWOL Everton and …
One More Win…
In the end, was it really a surprise? As Bruno Guimaraes smashed in Newcastle’s deserved second at a rain-soaked St James Park, Arsenal’s ambitious, and at times unexpected, push …
Hits and Misses: Newcastle (a)
The wheels have come off. With top four on the line and Spurs having won their match against Burnley, Arsenal went to Newcastle requiring a victory. Instead, a team …
Hits and Misses: Spurs (a)
On Thursday, Arsenal were presented with an opportunity to guarantee Champions League qualification for the first time in five years by winning away at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. But instead, …
Aaron Hickey Insight: The man to solve Arsenal’s full-back issues
Background: Let’s talk Aaron Hickey. In recent weeks, Arsenal’s full-back issues have become even more apparent. Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu are highly capable, there’s no doubting this. However, …
Hits and Misses: Leeds United (H)
On Sunday, Arsenal hosted a Leeds side desperately fighting to avoid relegation. With Spurs having traveled to Anfield and come away with a point, the pressure was on for …
Football has an ugly side. It’s about time Women’s Football embraced it
It happened in the 72nd minute. Caitlin Foord had just scored Arsenal’s second of the match, a clever, quick short corner routine, ending with Caitlin sliding in at the back …
Honest thoughts on Mikel Arteta’s contract extension
What a huge morning in the world of Arsenal news… Mikel Arteta has put pen to paper on a 3-year contract with Arsenal which keeps him at the club …
Arsenal Women: Tobin or not Tobin, that was the question…
So, there we go. Tobin Heath’s holiday in North London is over. A contract that was only meant to be a year-long was terminated 3 games before the end …
The Shawxhak redemption – Granit Xhaka is Arsenal’s unsung hero
Sitting in the North Bank, near the corner flag, the tension in the air is palpable. Arsenal lead 2-1 against Man United. The Red Devils look dangerous and despite …
The battle for Champions League qualification analyzed
Four games to go for Arsenal and Tottenham. Objective: Qualify for the Champions League. How do you feel? Excited? Nervous? A bit of both? My belief was that there …
The Nuno Tavares dilemma
I am eagerly waiting for a time when Arsenal football club can end a season with a natural left-back starting. Kieran Tierney is a fantastic player, my favourite member …
UEFA Reform: What needs to happen?
Following the dramatic events of the last few days in the world of football, involving the Super League’s rise and subsequent fall all in the space of 48 hours, …
Where Do Arsenal Draw the Line with Folarin Balogun?
Come, if you will, back with me to the July 1st, 2020. Bukayo Saka signs a new contract with Arsenal, the relief within Arsenal’s fan community is palpable. Finally, …
How should Arsenal approach transfers this summer?
Arsenal spent a lot of money since the Kroenke’s gained 100% control of the football club right after the 2018 summer window. £145m spent in 2019, ~£75-100m spent in …
Analysis: Who Starts in Arsenal’s Best Front Three?
The Arsenal of today heavily juxtaposes the version of the club we saw in mid-December. The atmosphere in and around the camp appears much better, player commitment is no …
Mat Ryan to Arsenal – An Australian Gooner’s perspective
Mat Ryan’s surprise loan switch from Brighton to Arsenal is a move that has been regarded as a smart move by many sections of the Arsenal fanbase. The deal, …
Arsenal: Why Ødegaard move makes so much sense
As widely reported, Arsenal are on the verge of signing Martin Ødegaard. Why does a short term loan deal make sense? Whether we get Champions League football or not, …
Calm down about Folarin Balogun
Folarin Balogun’s name has been on the lips of many Arsenal fans over the past few days. The young striker, whose contract ends at the end of this season, …
The Rise of Emile Smith Rowe
20-year-old Emile Smith Rowe was the orchestrator of a brilliant attacking display from Arsenal at The Hawthorns. Operating as an all-action playmaker, he wrought havoc upon West Brom’s defense …
TACTICS: The right flank brings out the best in Bukayo Saka
When Bukayo Saka burst onto the scene with the Arsenal senior team, he played as the left-winger – but with Kieran Tierney getting injured, an 18-year-old Saka filled in …
Arteta Strikes the Correct Balance of Arsenal Youth and Experience
Arsenal fans were growing impatient for Emile Smith Rowe’s first Premier League start of the season. The young Englishman is the only natural no. 10 in the Arsenal squad …
Report: Arsenal monitoring Manchester City defender Eric Garcia
Arsenal are considering Manchester City central defender Eric Garcia as a free agent signing in the summer transfer window, reports TheAFCBell. The 19-year-old Catalan defender is admired by Mikel …
Analysis: Are Arsenal Really Suffering from Bad Luck?
Are Arsenal bad, unlucky, or both?
A closer look: One and a half years of Edu Gaspar
A closer look at Edu Gaspar's first one and a half years as Arsenal's technical director.
OPINION: Why sacking Mikel Arteta is indescribably moronic
Why Mikel Arteta should not be sacked.
Lacazette’s deeper role highlights importance of signing attacking midfielder
Despite Lacazette not being an attacking midfielder, Arsenal look better with a player who is able to make himself available in between the lines and make things happen.
Player Ratings: Arsenal 4-1 Rapid Wien
Arsenal have sealed top place in Group B of the Europa league after a 4-1 drubbing of Austrian side Rapid Wien. Here’s how our players fared out of 10: …
Christian Eriksen: The perfect stop-gap creative signing
A closer look at Christian
Arsenal’s Big Issue: Failing to Replace Attacking Midfielders
There are many fundamental problems at Arsenal Football Club right now. A lack of attacking impetus and underperformance from key individuals to name a few. However, looking at the …
Will Thomas Partey be fit to play vs Leeds? Injury expert analysis
An in-depth look on Thomas Partey's injury and potential availability.
Mikel Arteta – What is the process?
After the 0-3 home defeat to Aston Villa, there has been a lot of talk regarding Mikel Arteta – his team selections and the need for him to change …
Mikel Arteta must make use of internal solutions
A look at the internal solutions worth exploring for Arteta.
Arsenal’s January Dilemna: Aouar or Szoboszlai?
A closer look at Arsenal's 2 potential January targets - Aouar and Szoboszlai.
Tactics: How Joe Willock can be a potential solution against low blocks
It is Europa league night once again. Last time around, impressive performances from Arsenal’s young attacking trio: Nelson, Willock and Nketiah helped us breeze past Dundalk with a comfortable …
TACTICS: How Arteta won the tactical battle against Manchester United
Having been inconsistent in the league this season, both Arsenal and United had a chance to make a statement this weekend. Moreover, it was a chance for both the …
United Vs Arsenal [Tactical Preview]:
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Mikel Arteta’s red and white army will take on Solskjaer‘s mighty reds at Old Trafford in matchweek seven of the Premier League this weekend. Both teams are coming into …
Injury update: David Luiz’s left thigh injury and return timeline
David Luiz went off vs Leicester City over the weekend with a left thigh injury and the team’s only avenue of consistent distribution went with him. Yesterday, manager Mikel …
Why haven’t we seen the Nicolas Pepe we were promised?
A closer look at Nicolas Pepe and factors influencing his performances.
Expert explains Rob Holding’s hamstring strain, return timeline, and two key implications
Rob Holding was pulled out of the starting lineup during the team’s warm-ups after suffering what was feared to be a hamstring injury. In the following video, Dr. Rajpal …
William Saliba Set to Stay at Arsenal: What Next?
A close look at William Saliba's Arsenal situation.
ANALYSIS: Why Aubameyang should play at centre forward
Why Aubameyang should play at centre forward.
Kieran Tierney’s COVID-19 conundrum: What an infectious disease expert told me
Insight on Tierney's COVID conundrum.
OPINION: The reactionary nature of many Arsenal fans
A look into the reactionary, knee jerk nature of *some sections* of Arsenal fans.
Tactical Analysis: Learnings from Arsenal’s 3-1 defeat at Anfield
Tactical learnings from our 3-1 defeat at Anfield.
Checking in on Gabriel Martinelli’s rehab progress & return timeline
A look at Martinelli's injury recovery and timelines.
OPINION: Can Arsenal take advantage of the COVID transfer window?
Since the Summer transfer window has started, Arsenal fans have been desperate to see the side strengthen through the way of signing players.
OPINION: Fixing Arsenal’s creativity issues requires change in formation
The Gunners loss to Liverpool shows the need for Thomas Partey and Houssem Aouar - but what happens if they don't come?
Nicolas Pepe : A realistic look at his Arsenal situation
A realistic look at Nicolas Pepe and his Arsenal situation.
Injury expert analysis: Is there any cause for concern over Kieran Tierney’s hip discomfort?
Injury expert analysis on Kieran Tierney's hip issue.
Tactical Analysis: Arsenal 2-1 West Ham
Tactical analysis from Arsenal's narrow win over West Ham.
Analysis: Mikel Arteta’s first nine months as Arsenal manager
A close look at Mikel Arteta and his first 9 months at Arsenal.
INTERVIEW: Everything you need to know about Alex Rúnarsson
EXCLUSIVE: Everything you need to know about Alex Rúnarsson.
OPINION: Aubameyang not an Arsenal legend yet, but can well become one
A closer look at what makes an Arsenal legend and things Aubameyang needs to do to become one, as at this moment he isn't one.
Fulham 0-3 Arsenal : Detailed Tactical Review
With the 2020/2021 season of Premier League commencing this week, Arsenal took on newly promoted Fulham at the Craven Cottage. In this piece I will take a look at …
Granit Xhaka: Arsenal’s Next Great Cult Hero
After Arsenal’s emphatic win over Fulham, the gunners are flying high going into the rest of this season’s Premier league campaign. The praises have been rightfully lauded onto that …
Tactics: How Willian improves Arsenal’s collective game
A perfect start to the season also saw a flawless debut for summer arrival Willian, who registered 2 assists. There were question marks raised when he started ahead of …
The Fans’ view: Gabriel signing, Willian’s position, Bellerin’s future and more
A collection of opinions from multiple Arsenal fans on various topics.
INTERVIEW: Carlos Cuesta’s Mentor on Arteta’s “Relentless” New Student
An interview with the mentor of Arsenal's new individual development coach, Carlos Cuesta.
The Fans’ View: Gabriel, Maitland Niles’ future, Goalkeeper conundrum, Saliba development
Arsenal won the community shield this past week. Aubameyang showed why him signing a new Arsenal contract would be crucial for the team, Ainsley Maitland Niles played left wing …
Formations: Could 3-4-3 be a long-term solution for Arteta’s Arsenal?
The notion that the 3-4-3 could be a formation of the future for Arsenal is one that is continuously overlooked. Instead, many point towards the idea of Mikel Arteta's …
The Fans’ view: Gabriel signing, Willian’s starting position, Holding’s future, Ozil and MORE
Perspectives from 5 Arsenal fans on various matters relating to the club.
Set-piece issues : Why Arsenal hired Andreas Georgson
The transfer window is open, which means rumours keep floating around regarding incomings and outgoings of personnel. Amidst all of this, Arsenal have made a backroom appointment, with the …
Transfers: Crucial weeks ahead for Arsenal
A look at the potential transfers to keep an eye on.
INSIGHT: What Gabriel Magalhães will bring to Arsenal
Insights from an Arsenal fan in Lille on what Gabriel Magalhaes will bring to Arsenal.
The Rivals View: 2019/20 season, Willian, Arteta, Martinelli, POTY and lots more!
Perspectives from Rival fans on Arsenal.
All eyes now on Edu Gaspar
The onus is now on Edu to get it right.
The Fans’ view: Sanllehi’s departure, Backroom restructure, Willian, Martinelli’s future role and a LOT MORE!
An account of opinions from various Arsenal fans relating to Sanllehi's departure, backroom restructure, Willian, Martinelli's future role and a LOT MORE!
Arsenal need stability in club hierarchy for stability on the pitch
It has been well over two weeks since our FA Cup final win and Arsenal have done everything in their power to ensure we’ve been able to get over …
Raul Sanllehi leaves Arsenal: A surprising but sensible sacking
At midday on August 15th, the Arsenal related section of Twitter erupted. Out of almost nowhere, it was announced that Arsenal’s head of football Raul Sanllehi would be leaving …
The Rivals View: Thoughts on Arteta, Willian signing, Saka’s best position, Ozil criticism and MORE!
have with me 5, top 6 rival accounts who will talk about their views on Arteta, what do they think about Willian, Saka' favourite position, which player from the …
The Fans’ View: Willian’s signing, Torreira’s future, Gabriel Magalhães, Goalkeeping dilemmas and MORE!
In this segment of The Fans' View, 5 Gooners discuss various issues facing Arsenal - from WIllian, to Torreira, keeping dilemmas and a lot more!
Mikel Arteta’s first half season as Arsenal head coach
A look at how Mikel Arteta has shaped Arsenal in his first six months at the club.
Redundancies: Pressure mounting on Arsenal’s recruitment team to get it right
A few days ago, Arsenal Football Club released a statement regarding a measure that has had to have been taken after the financial implications of the coronavirus were taken …
The Fans’ View: Goalkeeping Dilemma, Arteta, Club position, Čech’s legacy and MORE!
Arsenal’s win over Chelsea in the FA Cup final mean’t that we have now won our 14th FA Cup. It was Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang who led from the front, going …
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: One of a kind
Arsenal had been big fans of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for years prior to his arrival in North London. As the Gunners commenced their search for a new striker after Robin …
Tim Lewis’ appointment to Arsenal’s board – A closer look
Exactly a month back, Arsenal officially announced Tim Lewis' appointment to the the board as as a non-executive director. However, this appointment was overshadowed that day by Bukayo Saka's …
An honest assessment of Wilfried Zaha and why he shouldn’t be Arsenal’s priority
With the transfer window having opened on 27th July, it is time to look at potential targets and if they are worth pursuing. One name which has been heavily …
The Fans’ View: Leno or Martinez, Raul Sanllehi, Bellerin’s future, Joe Willock keep or loan? And MORE!
The Premier League finally came to an end on Sunday. Despite picking up three points, it proved to be a melancholic day – not only did our old defensive …
Arsenal Recruitment: No more time for luxury signings
So, there we have it. The 2019/20 Premier League Season has finally reached its conclusion. No one could’ve predicted how our season would pan out following our opening day …
Analyzing Arsenal’s chance creation struggles and how Arteta can solve it
Since 2018, Arsenal have lost the likes of Cazorla, Ramsey and to add to this, Özil has declined - both fitness wise and in terms of his creative edge. …
The Mikel Arteta era has truly begun
The Arsenal we know at the moment is incomparable to the one Mikel Arteta inherited in late December 2019. Before the turn of the year, there were a few …
Alexandre Lacazette: An honest evaluation
t'd be fair to say that Alex Lacazette isn't the sort of player most Arsenal fans first expected him to be. When he arrived at the club from Lyon …
Edu Gaspar on his role as Arsenal’s technical director
In Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva's weekly podcast, he sits down this time with his former Invincible teammate and current Arsenal technical director, Edu Gaspar. Here are the key takeaways …
2023/24 Season Predictions
The beginning of the new season is upon us, and it is that time of the year when fans like to take what they have learned from the summer …
The Three R’s of Arsenal
On May 18, Arsenal announced that Aaron Ramsdale had signed a new long-term deal at the club. The contract extension keeps him at the club until 2026, with an …
The Re-Malign-ment of Emile Smith Rowe
It was Boxing Day of 2020. Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, after instilling so much hope the previous summer with that miraculous FA Cup triumph, were in dire straits. They had …
Granit Xhaka, We Had Granit Xhaka
Every hero has their origin story. And most tales of heroes follow a similar path. Our protagonist first emerges as a promising yet unpolished savant. They show skill and …
Hits and Misses: Spurs (a)
On Sunday, Arsenal accomplished something they had not done since 2014, when Mikel Arteta was still a player: do the league double over Spurs. The team in pole position …
Hits and Misses: West Ham (h)
After six long weeks, The Arsenal are back. And they returned in some style, coming from behind to defeat West Ham 3-1. Goals from Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and …
Hits and Misses: Wolves (a)
On Saturday, Arsenal traveled to Molineux to play their final match ahead of the World Cup. With City having lost at home to Brentford earlier in the day, Arsenal …
Hits and Misses: Chelsea (a):
Stamford Bridge really is starting to feel like home. On Sunday, Arsenal marched onto Chelsea’s turf, once again in need of a win in order to retake first place …