It is a new life for Arsenal players since the beginning of the season with new manager Unai Emery praised for making it happen. Most Arsenal players including Mesut Ozil, Alex Iwobi and Alexandre Lacazette have all found a new form under the Spanish coach and Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka is not left out of the new beginning. Xhaka has started all of the 8 Premier League games for the Gunners this season and has kept the middle of the Arsenal play intact with his fine form, a part of why the North London side have gone nine games winning … [Read more...]
Why Ozil’s criticism doesn’t bother me – Xhaka
Arsenal midfielder, Granit Xhaka has maintained that he doesn't care about the criticisms against his teammate, Mesut Ozil. Giving reasons for his claim, stated the quality of the German international cannot be placed under any doubt. Xhaka stressed that the former Real Madrid midfielder is the most incredible player he has ever played with in a team. Describing Ozil's style, he noted that the German started playing soccer in the street, hence, he has good use of the ball on his feet. Ozil was on the scoresheet for the North London side … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend advocates for Torreira
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has advocated for a starting role for new recruit Lucas Torreira after his eye-catching performance in Arsenal’s win at Newcastle. The Gunners defeated the Magpies 2-1 on Saturday at the St James Park with Torreira coming on as a second-half substitute. The £26m only had a second-half opportunity but was able to make meaningful impacts in the game by securing the Arsenal defence and helping to build a meaningful attack. The Uruguayan who shone at the World Cup in Russia has since settled at the Emirates Stadium … [Read more...]
Too late for Wenger as Emery finds missing Arsenal rib
Arsenal had flourished under former manager, Arsene Wenger before things started getting bad. It later dawn on the former Frenchman that club legends, including Patrick Vieira and Gilberto Silva could not be replaced after their exit from the club. With the resurgence under new manager, Unai Emery and his recruit, Lucas Torriera, it seems like Arsenal have found their missing rib. For over a decade, Arsenal have been looking for that midfielder who will provide a total cover for the defence and also help to build the attack but that has … [Read more...]
Newcastle, Arsenal legends at each other after EPL game
The passion and rivalry that goes with football does not just end after the boot is being hung but extends after active football by mere sitting and watching or talking about the games. This was the case of two legends, Alan Shearer and Ian Wright who both sat as pundits to watch the Gunners defeat Newcastle at the St James Park on Saturday. Arsenal saw off their host in the 2 - 1 encounter after Granit Xhaka’s free-kick before the lead was extended by German international, Mesut Ozil minutes after to hand a security goal. An effort by … [Read more...]
Ozil not interested in rift speculations, gives his major concern
Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has no time paying attention to the speculations concerning his alleged rift with manager Unai Emery but his only concern is the hard earn victory. Unai Emery saw his team extended their winning streak to three Premier League consecutive win after a 2-1 victory at the St James Park. Goals from Granit Xhaka and Mesut Ozil were enough to hand the Unai Emery side a convincing victory in the game. The win has not only eased pressure on the Spaniard alone but the pressure of unrest between Emery and the German … [Read more...]
Arsenal winning streak continues but this crisis must be avoided
The worries about Arsenal might not be over despite winning 2-1 away against Newcastle United on Saturday. Granit Xhaka opened the goal sheet against the Magpies and the job was concluded by Mesut Ozil. The victory restores calm to the Emirates Stadium with three consecutive wins against West Ham, Cardiff and now Newcastle in five league games. However, the inability of Arsenal striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to find the back of the net at St James’ Park was not tolerated by Unai Emery. Aubameyang only has one Premier League goal so … [Read more...]
Unai Emery faces selection headache ahead of Newcastle clash
There are yet reasons to worry about as Arsenal returns to action on Saturday against Newcastle at the St James Park. With the wins against West Ham and Cardiff, the Unai Emery team will be looking at continuing their winning streak to get their season back on track. But there are some worries in the bid to achieve that with Emery left with little choice on the players to pick for the game as some are yet to be confirmed fit for the game. The likes of Granit Xhaka, Stephan Lichtsteiner, Danny Welbeck and Sokratis Papastathopoulos are … [Read more...]
Xhaka is mistaken by Arsenal fans, Skysports
Sky Sports pundit, Alex Scott has stated that star midfielder Granit Xhaka is a different person from what fans know him to be. The former Arsenal and England right-back said the Switzerland star looked like a “world beater” in his country’s game against England and not the names he is being called at Arsenal. This season has been awful for Xhaka who is yet to win the hearts of the fans and is often criticized for poor performance. Although, he has started all of the games for Arsenal under manager Unai Emery, but he has always been the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Transfer News: Expected Lineup Next Season + Potential Signings
After another disappointing season in the Premier League, Arsenal are finally showing some intent in the transfer market for the first time in as many summer windows. Arsene Wenger faced a lot of criticism during the last campaign due to uncertainties over his future and he now looks to improve on his managerial career that happens to be taking a nosedive. The Gunners have been linked with a number of big names this summer window, following the arrival of Sead Kolasinac from Schalke. Here is a potential lineup for the Gunners next season in … [Read more...]
New Arsenal Star Pleads For More Time Ahead of Basel Homecoming
Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has asked for more time from fans as he settles into his new surroundings at the Emirates Stadium. The 24-year old midfielder, who has already scored three goals in all competitions for his new club, made this known ahead of his return to Swiss champions FC Basel in what would be Arsenal's final group game of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) group stage. Speaking about the assessment of his short time at Arsenal, the former FC Basel star said: "Actually, it's normal when you come to a new club and country [that … [Read more...]