The rudderless ship that is going down without a fight

by The Highbury Flyer - 22/12/202022/12/2020

It’s sometimes easier for fans to assess the situation of their club than those in charge of it. The current plight of Arsenal is starting to see the beginnings of another savage backlash against the owners and the board members including Edu. The shit-storm caused by the loss at home to Burnley has angered

Loss of Respect For Arteta For Blatant Xhaka/Guendouzi Double Standards

by The Highbury Flyer - 21/12/2020

I’m a hundred percent in favour of riding the storm that Arsenal currently find themselves in and I’ve supported Mikel Arteta with a sense of realism and enthusiasm. I never underestimated the job at hand, realising that the task to rebuild and rejuvenate Arsenal football club was enormous and to date, there

Shock, Disagreements and Disappointment All Around: Arsenal Seem to be in Complete Disarray on as Well as off The Pitch

by The Highbury Flyer - 16/12/202016/12/2020

It feels as if the momentum of the current crisis at Arsenal has a life of its own and with each poor result, the noose tightens. At the heart of the situation are rumours that several key players are no longer on board with Arteta’s tactics or methods and there

Xhaka: Is it The End For The Midfielder With Nine Lives

by The Highbury Flyer - 16/12/2020

Granit Xhaka seems determined to be remembered for his time at Arsenal as a player that not only a divided opinion but one that tested the patience of his managers and the fans. Clumsy fouls, yellow and red cards, leaving the field of play whilst arguing and swearing at supporters,

Gary Neville Questions Arsenal’s Owners And Why Spurs Are Ahead of The Gunners

by The Highbury Flyer - 02/12/2020

This isn’t easy to write, nor is it easy to read or admit, but the comments made by Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville during the Leeds v Arsenal game were completely legitimate and will have struck a chord with even the most diehard fan. The former Manchester United defender was surprised that Arsenal’s

The case For and Against Hector Bellerin :- Does Arteta Need to do More to Produce a Better Version of HB

by The Highbury Flyer - 27/11/202027/11/2020

Mikel Arteta will give everything to ensure Arsenal are as competitive as possible this season, but he knows that this campaign will be a difficult transitional phase. The Spaniard has players crucial to the cause but there are many currently in the side which probably won’t be by the end

Another Billionaire Looks to Invest in The Kroenke Empire But What Are The Chances of Success

by The Highbury Flyer - 27/11/2020

Orji Uzor Kalu, a member of the Senate of Nigeria and business mogul recently expressed his desire to buy a 35 percent stake in Arsenal. The Nigerian businessman revealed his desire in his to turn around the fortunes of the Premier League club and hoping to help them win more

Passion, Determination, Spirit: How Kieran Tierney Stands Apart After Another Uninspiring Performance From Arsenal

by The Highbury Flyer - 26/11/2020

Arsenal have stalled and decent performances are hard to come by. Having said that, Gabriel continues to be the most consistent performer since his introduction and that wasn’t about to change against Leeds. When the chips were down with Arsenal continuously on the back foot against Leeds, Hector Bellerin and Kieran

Lyon’s Greed Buries Aouar Transfer Deal Atleast For Now

by The Highbury Flyer - 11/11/2020

It’s obvious that Arsenal need an attacking midfielder and their interest in Houssem Aouar was well documented during the summer. Some people expect Arsenal to revisit a possible deal in January because Mikel Arteta rates the player very highly, but it seems increasingly unlikely. The player was vastly overpriced when Arsenal came in for

All is Not Over Yet as Arsenal Seem Well Positioned To Land Another Opportunity To Sign Houssem Aouar Soon

by Ashish - 09/11/202017/11/2020

Arsenal will have an opportunity to sign Houssem Aouar in January as Olympique Lyon look to offload their starboy, as per L'equipe [via Sport Witness]. The French international was reportedly Mikel Arteta's top priority during the summer transfer window. Edu Gaspar was in constant discourse with Lyon sporting director Juninho Pernambucano

Elneny is a Perfect Example of Arteta’s Management Credentials

by The Highbury Flyer - 05/11/202005/11/2020

Mohamed Elneny was one of Arsene Wenger’s cut-price gambles. Wenger once said he didn’t gamble in the traditional sense, but he enjoyed speculating on reasonably cheap players in the hope that they would emerge as superstars. His track record in this area was beyond reproach for the first ten years as

Aubameyang Accused of Complacency Since Signing His Bumper Deal

by The Highbury Flyer - 04/11/2020

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is without question the jewel in the Arsenal crown and remains a predatory striker of the highest quality, but some are now questioning his desire after signing a new bumper contract. Aubameyang was seen smiling and in conversation with Ilkay Gundogan after the final whistle of the defeat to

Edu Gets The Final Say Over Arteta ? Surely That’s Not Right

by The Highbury Flyer - 03/11/202003/11/2020

So if recent rumours regarding Arsenal’s summer transfer activity are correct, technical director Edu Gasper overruled Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta in the final choice of available midfield targets. Thomas Partey and Houssem Aouar were on Arsenal’s wanted list, with Arteta interested in the two but strongly in favour of prioritising

Emery vs Arteta ; Please Give The Stats a Rest It’s Pathetic!

by The Highbury Flyer - 03/11/2020

Wenger out, Emery in, Emery out, Wenger in, Arteta in, Arteta out - this is part of a predictable vocal trend for Arsenal supporters. Lose a match and you’re incapable and clueless, win a trophy and the side is on track according to some, but if the side loses the

Manchester United Brought Back Down To Earth As Thomas Partey Schools Their Midfield

by Ashish - 02/11/202002/11/2020

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal have yet again gotten the better of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Manchester United as they win their first away game against a top-six side in the league since 2015. The Red Devils looked favourites going into the tie but as the match progressed, it became very apparent how

PPV backlash was inevitable from fans that continue to pay over and over again

by The Highbury Flyer - 02/11/2020

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Let’s say you are a season ticket holder at the Emirates or you are a fan that follows home and away games. Covid-19 deprived those supporters of a live football experience and subsequently, the only option left after the crowd less restart was to pay for either Sky or BT

Man Utd vs Arsenal Match Preview: What Can We Expect?

by Ashish - 31/10/202031/10/2020

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Manchester United host Arsenal as the week kicks off with a classic Super Sunday fixture. Both sides come into the match having won their European fixture midweek comfortably. The Red Devils made an example of RB Leipzig whilst the Gunners beat Dundalk comfortably. There is clearly a positive vibe as the

Özil’s statement is more evidence of the gulf between the player and his club

by The Highbury Flyer - 28/10/2020

There’s no pleasure to be gained from Mesut Ozil’s current snub from his employer. Notice that I don’t reference Arsenal as his club because Ozil hasn’t played in his midfield role for over seven months. The combustible relationship between the pair has deteriorated to such a degree that this is purely

Arsenal Looking to Tie Down Another Key Asset With Contract Extension Rumour

by The Highbury Flyer - 27/10/2020

It’s always troubled me when a club of Arsenal’s stature allow an obvious talent to slip through their fingers, but the North London club have had plenty of practice either through negligence or to fund incoming transfers. Serge Gnabry is one talent that easily comes to mind and had Folarin Balogun

Exclusive | Gazidis vs Wenger, AW’s Final Few Weeks and Why Wenger Should Have Decided His Own Fate Earlier

by The Highbury Flyer - 27/10/2020

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I understand that Arsene Wenger suffered as a result of his dismissal, especially at the hands of Ivan Gazidis. That decision made Wenger reluctant to take up another post in the sport and as a result he disappeared off the radar to lick his wounds. Wenger was a loyal servant of