Arsenal legend Martin Keown has blasted the recruitment of Bernd Leno from German Bundesliga outfit Bayer Leverkusen as he thinks he is not any better than Petr Cech. The North London side had invested £19.6 million on the goalkeeper with the hope that he would be an upgrade on the experienced former Chelsea goalkeeper but that seems not to be the case with the reality on ground. Martin Keown has got reasons to cast all doubt on Bernd Leno after he conceded 5 goals against Premier League leaders Liverpool on Saturday night which is unacceptable to the legend. How Man United are plotting De Gea’s replacement in style It would be recalled that at the start of the season, Petr Cech was the first choice until the game against Watford when he sustained an … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend slams midfielder for bad decision
Arsenal former player Martin keown has slammed Gunners midfielder Matteo Guendouzi for involving in some acts that seem to have cost the team in the course of the current season. Guendouzi only joined the North London side in the summer transfer window and immediately went straight into the Unai Emery team which according to reports happened as a surprise to many because he had joined the club as a young lad. The 19-year-old started the first few games of the season before he was later taken over by Uruguay international Lucas Torriera who is now the man at the centre for the club. David Seaman makes claim for Unai Emery However, Guendouzi was pictured alongside four other Gunners' players inhaling nitrous oxide which is known as Hippy crack from … [Read more...]
‘He is an authoritative midfielder’ – Martin Keown
Coach Jurgen Klopp gave Brazil international and midfielder, Fabinho, his first chance for Liverpool in the Uefa Champions League match against Serbian club, Red Star Belgrade. Fabinho partnered Gini Wijnaldum at the midfield while Xherdan Shaqiri played the role of an attacking midfielder. Prior to the game, Coach Jurgen Klopp had always been reluctant to start Fabinho as he only gave him cameos in past matches. However, the Brazil star turned out to be spectacular for the Reds during the match as only Joe Gomez and Gini Wijnaldum touched the ball more times than him. Former Arsenal star, Martin Keown hinted that Liverpool now have an authoritative midfielder in the person of Fabinho. Liverpool, Tottenham, and Dortmund in race for €20m … [Read more...]
Martin Keown sound strict warning to Arsenal ahead of Liverpool clash
Arsenal are closer to facing another big test in the Premier League as they welcome Liverpool to the Emirates Stadium after Sunday’s clash against Crystal Palace. The North London side have won all of their last 11 games consecutively in all competitions with the hope of extending it further on Sunday. Manager Unai Emery has been praised to be the brain behind the success in the team with pundits and analysts noting that the manager has been able to bring a strong mentality to the team. video: Cesc Fabregas performing some drills at Cobham ahead of his return to Stamford Bridge His demands from the players are to dig deeper and give more in their performance is also worthy of note but Arsenal legend Martin Keown has stated that one of the advantages … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal were embarrassing under Wenger
Former Arsenal player Martin Keown has noted that his former side were an embarrassing team under former manager Arsene Wenger. Keown expressed delight that the mess has been corrected under new manager Unai Emery who has corrected all the wrongs within few months in charge. According to the Arsenal legend, his former side became a laughing stock when playing away from home because it was almost certain that they would be defeated. Keown noted that Arsenal won only four out of their 19 away games last season which to him is a joke for a big side like the North London club. Chelsea vs Man United Wembley Clash: Legend Reveals Team To Win FA Cup The former player stated that the Spanish manager has been able to identify the weakness in the team and … [Read more...]
Martin Keown dislikes Lacazette for just one reason
Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette has been in great form this season and he has been hailed by many having got his way into the starting line-up in the Unai Emery team. The Frenchman was left to start from the bench in a couple of games at the beginning of the season but he made his impact each time he got the opportunity forcing the Spanish manager to have a change in heart to give the former Lyon man a starting role. However, Lacazette was not on the score sheet for the North London side when they played Leicester City on Monday in the Premier League, a development that got Gunners legend, Martin Keown talking. Granit Xhaka reveals what Unai Emery did to him The former Arsenal defender says the Frenchman deserves no praise because he has not been … [Read more...]
Lukaku gets ‘pussycat’ comparison from Arsenal legend
Arsenal legend Martin Keown has come down heavily on Manchester United striker as he compares him with a ‘pussycat’ on the pitch, especially in the Champions League game against Juventus. Lukaku has not been in fine form and he looks like he is not bothered but Keown has a problem with that, stating that the body language of the Belgium striker is negative because he lacks the desire and push from within. The Arsenal legend is marvelled that a player with such strength has failed to have it impactful, instead, he played like a ‘pussycat’ each time he is on the field this season. Keown said Lukaku was bullied by Giorgio Chiellini and Leonardo Bonucci and could not rescue himself with his much gifted strength. Liverpool fans shade Harry Kane Lukaku has … [Read more...]
What next after Ramsey’s Goal?
Arsenal recorded a big win against Fulham on Sunday to climb up to 4th position on the log table and it will be okay to point to the fact that contract rebel Aaron Ramsey was on the scoresheet. Two goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and another from the Wales international were enough to help Arsenal with their sixth successive Premier League win of the season. Ramsey however, joins Aubameyang as the first players to be subbed in, score a goal and give assists in a single game. It has never happened in the Premier League history. This is the quality that is going to be missed if the Wales international is allowed to leave the club at the end of the season. Ramsey’s commitment to the Gunners is a statement that he wants to remain at the Emirates but … [Read more...]
Martin Keown names the only player that will be Emery’s problem
Arsenal recorded a 3-0 win against Qarabag in Thursday’s Europa League game to have a comfortable Group E lead. The game was won by Sokratis Papastathopoulos, Emile Smith-Rowe and Matteo Guendouzi who are all first-timers on the scoresheet for Arsenal. The Arsenal team under Unai Emery has now won 8 games in a row and that is a lot of positives but there is one thing to worry about said former Gunners defender Martin Keown. Keown has stated that the efforts can be ruined with the performance of Sead Kolasinac who lacks defensive qualities and that can be a big problem for Emery. Kolasinac has been away as a result of the knee injury he sustained before the beginning of this season’s campaign but his performance for the Arsenal legend is dangerous to the … [Read more...]
How Unai Emery cheats Arsene Wenger
Arsenal legend has admitted that Unai Emery will obviously outshine manager former boss Arsene Wenger at the Emirates Stadium because of his style and believe. Emery had replaced Wenger in the summer and the Spaniard is already making an impact at the Emirates Stadium with the results despite starting slowly with two consecutive defeats in the first two games of the Premier League. Arsenal legend Martin Keown is marvelled with the charisma of the former PSG manager on the sidelines. He said such charisma was never seen in Arsenal in the days of the French manager because he never gave such orders to players on the sidelines. According to him, Wenger always felt the players have the decision to make as soon as they are with the ball but that is not the … [Read more...]
Alvaro Morata or Olivier Giroud: Martin Keown tells Sarri who to start against Liverpool
Despite, the numerous talents at Stamford Bridge, Sarri Maurizio has two Strikers, Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud, who are not really spectacular. This has raised questions on whom to start at the forefront against Liverpool today. Chelsea may have defeated Liverpool right at Anfield in the Carabao Cup but today's match in the EPL will be a different ball game entirely. Jurgen Klopp will start most of his top players today as he battles Chelsea to remain at top of the table. This means Sarri Maurizio must be thoughtful and careful of whom to start at the forefront. The Italian is likely to start former Arsenal star, Olivier Giroud owing to the fact that the world cup winner has a perfect combination with Eden Hazard. Belgium striker, Eden Hazard … [Read more...]
How Wenger is contributing to Arsenal’s current success
Arsenal legend, Martin Keown has claimed that former Arsenal boss, Arsene Wenger has his hands on the current success at the North London club under Unai Emery. Wenger left the Emirates Stadium in the summer after 22 years reign but the Arsenal legend says his legacies still play a part in Emery’s successes. Keown argues that Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang have both been key to the wins under the Spanish manager but they were brought to the club by the former French manager. Wenger had signed Lacazette from Lyon with a fee of £47m and Aubameyang from Borussia Dortmund for £56m and the duo have formed a partnership that has given the Gunners the spark in the attack. The Arsenal legend said Emery would have struggled without the … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend! These two players are the reason Chelsea won’t win the EPL trophy this season
The Blues yesterday lost out winning three points from their match against Manuel Pellegrini led West Ham side at the London Stadium. West Ham held Chelsea to a goalless draw, Chelsea are now currently seated at the third spot on the English Premier League table. However, former Arsenal defender, Martin Keown, why doing an analysis of the match disclosed that Chelsea can't win the EPL trophy this season if they still continue to have these two players. According to Martin Keown, the Players are Chelsea strikers, Olivier Giroud (France) and Olivier Morata (Spain.) The former Arsenal star went on to say only Eden Hazard and Pedro have been helping the Blues to move forward. Going by the highlight of the weekend match against West Ham, the duo of Giroud … [Read more...]
Something to celebrate, Arsenal has found Henry’s replacement, Keown
Arsenal legend, Martin Keown thinks there is something to be happy about with his former club after watching the Europa League game against Vorskla. The Gunners took the day in the 4-2 win, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang finding the back of the net twice to add to the goals from Mesut Ozil and Danny Welbeck. The Arsenal legend says the goal scored by the Gabon international makes him have a feel of the former striker, Thierry Henry in the game. He suggested that Arsenal might have secured a replacement for the Frenchman. The former Arsenal defender stated that the way Aubameyang drifted in and curls the ball with his right foot makes him think of Henry. He described the player as having the belief and confidence to have scored the goal in that … [Read more...]
Why Leno will remain on Arsenal bench
There are already concerns over the non-appearance of new Arsenal signing, Bernd Leno as his wait for a debut still lengthens. Arsenal captured Leno from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer for a fee of £22m but has yet to see a competitive action so far in this season. Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown feels it will be difficult for Leno to replace Petr Cech in goal at the moment, due to his form. Although, the new pattern of play under Unai Emery which allows a build-up of an attack but his saves also and his experience gives him an edge over the new goalkeeper. The former Chelsea goalkeeper has conceded eight goals in four games, without a clean sheet yet but Keown thinks Leno might still have to wait. Responding to a question in a Q&A for the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Legend lectures Unai Emery on how to make Ozil better
The news in recent time has been about Arsenal manager, Unai Emery and Mesut Ozil but this time it is far away from the crisis story. Arsenal legend Martin Keown is reported to have given Emery the tip on how to make Ozil the player we used to know him to be. He told Gunners manager Unai Emery the simple thing he must do to get Mesut Ozil back to his best form again this season. Lesson Klopp must learn from Liverpool 1 - 0 victory over Brighton The German has been living in his shadows with a poor World Cup outing for his national team and a not-too-convincing performance for Arsenal so far. This has raised concern from fans, media and pundits who are yet to discover the reason for his dip in form and not even Emery himself. Keown believes he … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal can’t afford to sign £100 million star
Martin Keown - Arsenal FC can't sign £100 million player from Barcelona Arsenal have been in the news in rumour transfer link with Barcelona winger, Ousmane Dembele. It was reported that Arsenal are keen on bringing him to Emirate Stadium but his transfer fee of £100 million seems to be what the Gunners can't afford. Arsenal legend, Martin Keown in a statement disclosed that the English club can't sign Dembele in such an expensive deal having spend so much on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the January transfer window. Many Arsenal fans are hoping to see Dembele play at Emirate as they hope to see another big weight in the club just few days to the close of the transfer window. Martin Keown however in his statement said it is not feasible as Arsenal can't … [Read more...]
Arsenal Hero: This Is The Problem With Manchester United
Former Arsenal player Martin Keown feels Manchester United current boss Jose Mourinho is ‘holding his players back’ at the club, and he believes the Portuguese tactician need to learn from Man City boss Pep Guardiola. Man United won Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 last Saturday in the premier league, but Mauricio Pochettino's side bounced back triumphantly to beat Real Madrid 3-1 in the Champions League on Wednesday night. Mourinho has been criticised for his side's style of play against Liverpool and Tottenham, but considering Mauricio Pochettino's approach to the Champions League game at the Wembley Stadium, some people feels Jose's methods have been vindicated. However, former Gunners defender Martin Keown has been less than impressed with Jose Mourinho's … [Read more...]
Arsenal Legend Reveals Selling Oscar Could Weaken Chelsea Squad
Arsenal legend Martin Keown has warned Antonio Conte that the departure of Oscar will damage his Chelsea squad. The Brazilian midfielder is on his way out of Chelsea after seeing his chances reduced to a bench role under Antonio Conte. The 25-year-old is set to join former boss, Andre Villas-Boas at Chinese club, Shanghai SIPG. Confirming his departure, Oscar said: "It's 90 per cent certain, it just depends on a few bureaucratic details." But Keown holds a different view about the transfer, claiming Conte will be left with a weaker squad if the Brazilian leaves mid-season. He told Daily Mail: "I think his departure would weaken Chelsea's cause — and you question the ambition of the player, "Even though he is not playing at the moment, the 25-year-old … [Read more...]
Wenger Would Be Worried About EFL Cup Exit, Legend Reveals
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown has revealed that Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger would be worried with the non-performance shown by the side he featured during Wednesday night's EFL Cup quarter-final clash with Southampton at the Emirates Stadium. Wenger made 10 changes from the side that won 3-1 in a home league clash against Bournemouth but saw his side lose 2-0 to Southampton, a result that was enough to end Arsenal's 19 match unbeaten run since the 4-3 loss to Liverpool at the start of the season as well as exiting the EFL Cup. In his Tackle Keown column with the Daily Mail, Keown pointed out that there was enough quality in the Arsenal side fielded on Wednesday night with players like Aaron Ramsey, Kieran Gibbs, Carl Jenkinson amongst others and that … [Read more...]