Any hopes Arsene Wenger had of bringing Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain to the Emirates appear to have been dashed. As reported by talkSPORT, Higuain’s brother and agent Nicolas, claimed that the 28-year-old Argentinian isn’t going anywhere. His 24 goals in 25 appearances have been impressive and leave Napoli, currently in second place behind Juventus, dreaming […]
This summer, Watford are reportedly planning for life after striker Odion Ighalo. According to the Independent, Quique Sanchez Flores has identified Isaac Success as the man to take over from the impressive centre forward’s role at the club. Anticipating big clubs in the ilk of Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea luring the Nigerian away from Vicarage Road, […]
To say that Arsenal benefitted from the return of Danny Welbeck last Sunday would be a massive understatement. After a near 10-month layoff, the injured striker emerged from the bench to score the winning, extra-time goal against Leicester City, and effectively galvanised the Gunners’ title hopes. YouTube: Danny Welbeck Goal Arsenal vs Leicester 2-1 – […]
According to the Mirror, Arsenal will have to contend with Serie A frontrunners Juventus, if they want to sign Leicester City’s talented midfielder, Riyad Mahrez. Despite the Foxes crushing 2-1 loss to Arsenal on Sunday, the 24-year-old French international has been in excellent form for the league leaders this season. At the 54th minute mark, Claudio […]
Per Mertesacker, back in the lineup with Gabriel nursing a slight hamstring injury, spoke to the media, as reported by the club’s official website, after Arsenal’s dramatic 2-1 win against Leicester City. We played well, especially in the first half defensively. How everyone dropped back and recovered well when we lost the ball was outstanding. […]
Nearly a year ago to the day was the last time Leicester City visited the Emirates Stadium. That day the Foxes lost 2-1 and found themselves at the bottom of the Barclays Premier League table, relegation all but certain. But somehow, someway Nigel Pearson’s side managed to win six of their final eight matches to […]
On Thursday afternoon, Arsène Wenger revealed the latest team news leading up to Sunday’s pivotal game against Leicester City, as well as the progress of Danny Welbeck, Jack Wilshere and Santi Cazorla. As reported by the club’s official website, aside from Tomas Rosicky, Wenger anticipates the overall availability of the squad to be similar to […]
Arsenal defender Calum Chambers, began his career as a precocious seven-year-old at Southampton. He gradually rose through their youth ranks which eventually led to his move to Arsenal in 2014. The now England international credits his success to maintaining a simple but proper mindset. Chambers, speaking to Arsenal Player, as reported by the club’s official […]
Arsenal look to revive their title hopes Sunday against Bournemouth, a team they defeated 2-0 back in late December. However, a lot has happened since then. The last time the Gunners walked off the pitch with all three points was against Newcastle United, shortly after the turn of the year. Since then, 2016 hasn’t been […]
Despite Arsenal’s poor form (no goals in their previous three league matches, dropping nine out of a potential 12 points), midfielder Jack Wilshere, as reported by the club’s official website, claimed that he remains optimistic about the team’s title hopes. We’ve had a strong season and we’re in a position this year where we can […]
The day after Arsenal’s disappointing 0-0 draw against Southampton, which saw the Gunners drop to fourth place in the Barclays Premier League, there are reports that they will finally address their need for a legitimate striker. According to the Guardian, it is a foregone conclusion that Arsene Wenger will sign Bayer Leverkusen striker, Javier “Chicharito” […]
Deadline Day came and went without Arsenal making any major signings. But it wasn’t because they didn’t try. According to the Mirror, Fulham were interested in obtaining 20-year-old winger Serge Gnabry from the Gunners, who in turn wanted 16-year-old starlet Ryan Sessegnon. However, the west London side couldn’t quite be lured by the bait because […]