With the summer transfer window already closed, Arsenal like other clubs submitted their Premier League squad list for the season. The list have, however, caught attention for being dominated by Nigerian internationals either at the first team level or at the U21 level. Alex Iwobi tops the list of the players and has been named as a homegrown player having passed through the club’s academy before winning the heart of former manager, Arsene Wenger who introduced him to first-team football. Alex Iwobi who is a key member of the Nigerian team … [Read more...]
Video: At some point Alex Iwobi could no longer bear ‘Sarri Ball’ as he raise his hands in frustration
Video: At some points Alex Iwobi could no longer bear 'Sarri Ball' as he raise his hands in frustration There are some football matches every season that wouldn't be forgotten in a hurry. But for the 2018/19 Premier League season, one of the unforgettable matches came pretty early and it came in form of the second match. Chelsea versus Arsenal at Stamford Bridge over the weekend will not be easily forgotten for the rest of this season. This is owing to the fact that for the first time, the two team played under two new coaches and despite … [Read more...]
No Need To Sign Payet, This Arsenal Player Can Be Like Him – Legend
When news emerged on the media about West Ham striker Dimitri Payet possible move to Arsenal, of course, many arsenal fans want it in reality. Payet is a superb talent and would be an upgrade on the likes of Theo Walcott and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Unfortunately, speaking ahead of Sunday's game against Burnley, Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger ruled out a move for his countryman. Wenger said he doesn't need Payet because he have so many creative players. "No. We have [many] players offensively who can play in this position. You are interested by … [Read more...]
Arsenal Legend Praises Gunners Star Iwobi Following UCL Strike
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has showered praises on Nigerian international and Gunners' star Alex Iwobi after he netted in the 4-1 demolition of Swiss champions FC Basel on Tuesday night in what was their final group game in the UEFA Champions League (UCL). Speaking to BT Sport on his former club, Wright praised the impact of the 20-year old midfielder adding that his first goal in all competitions would do him a whole lot of good. In his words, he said: "That’s what I think he needs. I think he’s got everything." "It was good that … [Read more...]
UCL Matchday 6 Fallout: Arsenal Stars Knew About PSG Scores At HT, Starman Reveals
Arsenal defender Rob Holding has disclosed that the players knew about group rivals Paris Saint Germain (PSG)'s surprising halftime result at home to Bulgarian champions Ludogorets Razgrad. Holding made his UEFA Champions League (UCL) debut and helped his side to a 4-1 win over hosts FC Basel in what was their final group game as far as Group A is concerned. Summer signing Lucas Perez was the star of the show as he netted a hat-trick on his first UCL start for Arsenal while Nigerian international Alex Iwobi added a fourth strike for his debut UCL … [Read more...]