Arsenal play with absolute lack of fire and still get Bernd

It is preposterous that Arsenal are quite so reliant on Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe. There is so much work for Mikel Arteta to do.   Another high-profile own goal. Another case of Everton at the vanguard of the opposition alliance. Another example of Arsenal playing with no fire and getting Bernd. Another setback […]

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Arteta shifts blame away from Leno and onto VAR decisions

Mikel Arteta has shifted blame away from keeper Bernd Leno following Arsenal’s 1-0 home defeat to Everton. The German shot-stopper scored an own goal as the Gunners’ terrible week continued. They rescued a 1-1 draw against Fulham last time out and were involved in the controversial Super League plans this week. FEATURE: Five reasons to […]

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Arteta ready for more Arsenal fan backlash over Kroenke

Mikel Arteta wants to keep his Arsenal players focused on the task of facing Everton on Friday night despite a turbulent week off the pitch which saw the club backtrack on plans to join a breakaway European Super League and their supporters plan protests against the owners. The Gunners host Arteta’s former club in the […]

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Arteta: Fan outrage at Super League gives ‘the strongest message’

Mikel Arteta says supporters gave ‘the strongest message’ in the history of football by opposing plans for a breakaway European Super League. Arsenal were one of the six Premier League sides who agreed to join on Sunday evening. But following intense backlash from pretty much everyone involved in the game, the proposals were shelved on […]

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‘God help Arsenal’ – Keane destroys Arteta’s side after Fulham draw

Roy Keane described Arsenal as “shocking” and “dreadful” despite snatching a late 1-1 draw against Fulham on Sunday. Eddie Nketiah came off the bench to score a last-minute equaliser against Fulham after a second-half penalty from Josh Maja had given the Cottagers the lead. The Gunners had looked brilliant in their previous two encounters against […]

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Arteta ‘glue’ dissolves to leave Arsenal on verge of collapse

“He really glues the team together and that’s a quality that is not easy for a striker. He’s got it.” Alexandre Lacazette has drawn widespread praise both for his recent performances and the powerful statement he made in the Europa League victory over Sparta Prague, and Mikel Arteta is well aware of the striker’s importance […]

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Arteta: Arsenal overcame ‘difficult situation’ to draw with Fulham

Mikel Arteta has insisted that Arsenal “totally deserved” to beat Fulham after they were forced to settle for a point at the Emirates. The Gunners were the better side throughout the 90 minutes. They were unfortunate to have a goal ruled out for offside just before half time. Bukayo Sako was narrowly offside in the […]

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Arteta vs Emery: Arsenal boss under the cosh as stats expose progress myth

Arteta vs Emery: Arsenal boss under the cosh as stats expose progress myth – originally posted on Sportslens.com Arsenal have had another disappointing Premier League season, currently languishing in ninth spot, 10 points adrift of the Champions League places. There has been criticism from some fans towards manager Mikel Arteta while others believe that progress […]

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Gabriel reflects on “learning” and “sadness” during first Arsenal campaign

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has offered his thoughts on a turbulent debut campaign for the Gunners, recalling moments of “learning” and “sadness”. Gabriel, 23, joined Arsenal last summer for a £25million fee, and has made 26 appearances across all competitions. Mikel Arteta’s side have struggled to find any real consistency, going through dry and fertile patches […]

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Arteta delighted with ‘crucial’ win that sets up clash with Emery

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta insisted that his players were really at it from the get-go against Slavia Prague and he admits that it will be “tough” against Villarreal in the semi-finals. This could have easily been a really uncomfortable European night for Arteta’s men. But they made sure this would not be the case via […]

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