It seems that knighthoods are handed out either randomly or on the odd occasion to the slightly more deserving. Sir Alex Ferguson’s was totally understandable and no surprise, being the most successful manager this island has ever produced and it would take someone tainted by bias to deny him that honour. However,
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The Final Chapter of the Mesut Ozil/Arsenal saga : So Where Did it go all Wrong !
The impasse between Arsenal football club and Mesut Ozil will surely be viewed historically as one of the most unnecessary, protracted, and torturous divorces in the game. The midfielder has on occasion divided opinion within the fan base and some sections of the press because of his seemingly languid style of play. However,
Looking Back : Was This Particular Action, Arsene Wenger’s Worst Mistake in His 22 Year Career
It’s recognised by the majority of Arsenal fans that the exploits of Arsene Wenger into the transfer window during his first ten years in-charge unearthed some exceptional, world-class talent such as Henry, Bergkamp, Ljungberg, and Fabregas. It was a golden era that put Arsenal on top of the Premier League
Elneny is a Perfect Example of Arteta’s Management Credentials
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
Exclusive | Gazidis vs Wenger, AW’s Final Few Weeks and Why Wenger Should Have Decided His Own Fate Earlier
Özil Needs to Cut His Losses And go after His Arsenal Career Hits Rock Bottom
Mourinho/Solskjaer Spat is Like Watching Two Teenage Girls Fighting Over a Boy
It appears that after just a few games into the new season, the heat is rising between Premier League managers. Lampard arguing with Mourinho, the friction between Klopp and Lampard, and now, it’s the turn of Mourinho and Solskjaer. Jose Mourinho, the former Manchester United manager, and Solskjaer, who replaced Mourinho at
Is Arteta Finally Proving to be The Real Deal For Arsenal ?
Since his appointment last December, the jury has been split between Arsenal supporters, with some in favour of Mikel Arteta and others not. Despite the reservations of the minority, the Spaniard has ended the slide under Unai Emery by fashioning a more competitive outfit. He even secured two trophies and
A Slightly Different View of Arsenal’s Chances for the Title
Aubameyang’s Community Shield Goal Speaks Volumes About Arteta’s Vision of Arsenal
Arteta and Arsenal: Two Peas in a Pod or Just Another Boardroom Blunder ?
If you’ve paid close attention to social media for the past 8 months, you will have noted the mixed response to the appointment and stewardship of Mikel Arteta at Arsenal. There has been consternation in some quarters which have questioned Arsenal’s ambition in making the former City assistant the club's coach.
Remembering Arsenal’s Gael Clichy : The Last of The Invincibles
Nearly ten years since his departure from Arsenal, it might come as a surprise to some to hear that Gael Clichy is still playing. The now 34-year-old former French international is currently playing for İstanbul Başakşehir alongside other notable names such as former Newcastle and Chelsea man Demba Ba, formerly
Where have all the Parlours gone?
Why George Graham Deserves the Same Level of Respect and Appreciation as Arsene Wenger Rather Than Being Continually Overlooked
Discipline Would Never be an Issue at Arsenal With George Graham in Charge
The recent pictures of Alexandre Lacazette with a balloon at his lips indulging in ‘hippy crack’, is another embarrassing saga involving an Arsenal player. It seems that the Gunners could use a strict disciplinarian at this moment, typically of George Graham breed. There was a similar incident in 2018 with a group
Emery’s Explanation of his Failure Doesn’t Include the Mismanagement of Arsenal’s Board
It’s now or Never for Rob Holding’s Career At Arsenal as Potential Transfer Decisions Threaten to Further Derail his Career
Expectations Grow That Arsene Wenger Will Expose the Nest of Vipers at Arsenal in his new Book
The long-awaited account of the 22-year reign of Arsene Wenger at Arsenal - “My Life in Red and White” will be published in October and will no doubt fly off the bookshelves in thousands as fans go in search of the secrets behind the Emirates closed doors. Before you order yours, be warned that these
From Nasri’s South Korean Replacement to the ‘guy with the Broken Back’: Looking Back at Five of Arsenal’s Strangest Signings
Wenger’s legacy and Arsenal’s Debt to Their Former Manager Becomes Ever More Prominent in the Aftermath of Covid-19
The speculation is increasing that Arsenal are going to be very active in the summer’s transfer window, especially with the number of familiar faces leaving the club. The COVID-19 virus will redefine the game, the domestic and European competitions, the way deals are made including players contracts and sponsorship models and televised