Massive Setback for the Gunners as They Stumble Against Reigning Champions | Three Crucial Lessons Learnt From The Arsenal-Man City Game

by Ashwin Varkey - 18/02/202321/02/2023

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We observed three crucial things as the hopes of Arsenal winning the Premier League for the first time since 2003-04 suffered a setback after Manchester City reclaimed their top spot in the table. The reigning champions started slowly but improved in the second half. The 3-1 defeat for the North London

Manchester United Back in Title Race With Derby Win | Three Crucial Lessons Learnt From the United-City Game

by Ashwin Varkey - 17/01/202301/02/2023

We learnt three things as Manchester United overcame Manchester City 2-1 at Old Trafford, thanks to a late goal from Marcus Rashford. After a cagey first half, Jack Grealish scored the opener to set City on course for a win. But a Bruno Fernandes equaliser and a goal for Marcus Rashford

Edu Lines up Four Alternatives to Odegaard Even Though Arsenal Will Push for a Permanent Deal in the Summer

by The Highbury Flyer - 27/04/2021

Edu Gasper is already busy trying to source alternatives to the impressive Martin Odegaard, but be in no doubt that if a deal for Norway's sweet-footed baller is possible, Arsenal will add him to the squad even if they only add just one player in the summer. However, it would

Team News, Lineups and Prediction : Arsenal Look to Cast Aside Villa and Show a Ruthless Streak to Get Back on Track

by The Highbury Flyer - 06/02/2021

After the fallout of a disappointing (assisted) defeat at Molineux against Wolves, the prospect of facing Aston Villa away represents a chance for Arsenal to rid themselves of the unpleasant memory of two red cards and an unpalatable loss. The fact is that Arsenal were massively on top but that superiority

Expect Arsenal to Roll The Dice in The Summer to Fill The Gaps But Will The Plans Include Grealish

by The Highbury Flyer - 01/12/202001/12/2020

Arsenal hold Jack Grealish in high regard and enquired about the Aston Villa midfielder last summer, but due to financial restraints, they did not follow up their interest. Nonetheless, given their necessity for a creative midfielder, the Gunners might go in for the Villa playmaker next summer. It’s said that Mikel Arteta and

The Gloves Are Off: How Arsenal Failed to Match a Team Destined For a Relegation Battle

by The Highbury Flyer - 16/11/2020

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In the Arsenal v Aston Villa game, Mikel Arteta went for the same side that acquitted themselves so well against Manchester United, and in particular, it was interesting that the Spaniard stuck with Mohamed Elneny. Joe Willock had performed well against Molde and a great many thought that Dani Ceballos was the

Predicted Lineups and Injury Updates | Aston Villa are the Acid Test for Arteta’s Buoyant Arsenal

by The Highbury Flyer - 08/11/2020

Arsenal beat Manchester United 1-0 last week in the Premier League, winning their first game at Old Trafford since 2006. Midweek, they comfortably subdued Molde 4-1 in the Europa League. Next up for the Gunners is the Arsenal vs Aston Villa game at the Emirates on Sunday. What a season Aston Villa

Jack Grealish Must Decide This Summer Which Sort of Player He Desires to Become

by Anthony Onifade - 14/09/202017/09/2020

The Jack Grealish and Manchester United potential matrimony is gathering pace in the media once again, with various reports from the Daily Mail stating that the Aston Villa captain is currently in talks to join Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Old Trafford revolution. Jack Grealish remains one of Manchester United’s prime targets along with Jadon

Man United Are Still in Search of a Winger But Will Grealish be The Answer?

by Utsav Chaddha - 08/09/2020

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According to reports, Manchester United have held talks with Aston Villa over a deal for Jack Grealish and are looking to make him their prime target after securing the signature of Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek. Grealish has been linked with the Red Devils all summer and Ole is said to

Unimaginative and Inept Midfield Laid Bare as Arsenal Succumb to a Lowly Defeat Against Aston Villa

by The Highbury Flyer - 25/07/202025/07/2020

Thankfully, fans aren’t permitted inside stadiums yet, because the prospect of traveling to the midlands and Villa Park to watch a jaded and unimaginative Arsenal was too much. As was the prospect of making the 114.4-mile journey back in virtual silence, deprived of any semblance of performance. So, it was less

Tactical Howlers, Mixed Substitutions and a Resolute Villa: Tactical Breakdown of How Arsenal Succumbed to Aston Villa

by Gnaneshwar Rajan - 25/07/2020

I think I speak for all of us when I say that I’m shocked to see us lose 1-0 to an Aston Villa side fighting relegation whilst we beat Liverpool and Manchester City in the space of a week. But it happened and Villa deserves credit for their performance, as they were fighting for survival in

Predicted Line-up and Team News as Arsenal Face a Villa Side Desperate for Premier League Survival

by The Highbury Flyer - 21/07/2020

Aston Villa vs Arsenal Kickoff - 8:15 pm BST on Tuesday, 21 July 2020 Arsenal now have two banana skins on the trot until the end of the season and Mikel Arteta’s men could be found guilty of taking their foot off the peddle slightly due to an incredible week which saw them

Southampton Draw Exposes Manchester United’s Need For Quality Reinforcements in a Particular Department

by Anthony Onifade - 16/07/2020

United Vs Southampton, Southampton, Pogba and Fernandes

For the umpteenth time this season, Manchester United have failed to capitalise on Chelsea's shortcomings. Michael Obafemi's 96th minute equaliser consigned Pogba, Fernandes and team to yet another disappointment, despite their fantastic run of form post-lockdown. Had United held on for a couple more minutes, a victory would have seen them

Arrival of Jack Grealish Might Ring in Exit Bells for These Three Present Manchester United Midfielders

by Utsav Chaddha - 07/07/202007/07/2020

According to The Athletic, 24-year-old Aston Villa captain, Jack Grealish is set to leave the club this summer. It seems that the midfielder's time in Claret and Blue is nearing the end. The Villa midfielder has been superb for them, being the only standout element for them in what has otherwise

Donny Van de Beek’s Proposed £35 million Deal Ticks All the Right Boxes for Manchester United Except One

by Saptorshi Pahari - 23/06/2020

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According to Daily Mail, Manchester United are renewing their interest in Ajax star Donny van de Beek and are looking to hijack Real Madrid's £49million deal to sign the 23-year-old midfielder. Ever since graduating from Ajax’s youth setup, Donny van de Beek has made 175 appearances for the club, scoring 41

Jack Grealish or Kai Havertz; Manchester United Have to Make a Decision and Fast

by Saptorshi Pahari - 14/06/2020

The 2019-20 season of the Premier League is set to resume from June 17 after a prolonged suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With 9 games left and Wolves and Sheffield United hard on their heels, Manchester United have to ensure Champions League qualification to entice either of the talented

Grealish to United: Why it’s Likely and why it’s the Right Decision at the Right Moment

by Diya - 19/04/202019/04/2020

It is no secret that Jack Grealish has caught Manchester United's eye over the past season. The 24-year-old Aston Villa captain has put up phenomenal performances for the relegation-threatened club this season, having scored 9 goals along with 8 assists in all competitions before the season was suspended on account of COVID-19. Speculation

Manchester United Need to Stop Delaying the Inevitable and Start Cutting Their Losses With Paul Pogba

by Anthony Onifade - 27/02/2020

On a night where United picked up a much needed victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, a significant stamp in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's pursuit of the top four was in fact marred by the ongoing rift surrounding the injured Paul Pogba, his agent Mino Raiola and the Manchester United manager. Paul

Man United Consider Stunning £50m Bid For Aston Villa Star – And Its Not Jack Grealish

by Rey Nath - 02/07/201902/07/2019

Manchester United are considering a sensational swoop for Aston Villa star John McGinn, according to reports in the English press. McGinn is a midfielder who is known for his incredible work ethic, stamina and aggression. He only signed for Villa last summer, but his impact was nothing short of instant. He