Arsenal manager Unai Emery is one of those who would wish to have contract rebel, Aaron Ramsey in his team having identified the player as a good fit to his pattern but that won’t mean distracting himself with the controversies that surround the player. The Spanish manager stated that noted that there are many parties involved in a contract talk, hence he cannot decide alone if he wants him to stay or not. He, however, noted that every player is important to the team and equally needed but stressed that he will not be distracted with Ramsey’s … [Read more...]
Why Danny Welbeck doesn’t care about England recall
Arsenal striker, Danny Welbeck has made it clear that he is not bothered if he is called for subsequent England national team duties. Welbeck is in good form for the Gunners, scoring twice in Wednesday’s win over Brentford in the Carabao Cup. The 27-year-old has now won the attention of manager Unai Emery who has expressed his delight. The Spanish manager had praised the former Manchester United player and hinted on giving him more opportunity in subsequent games. However, Welbeck who was responding to questions from journalists said he … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal should be blamed if Ramsey leaves for free
Arsenal are now left sweating over star player, Aaron Ramsey as he is set to leave the Emirates Stadium without having a dime on him. The player runs into his last year of his contract and has yet to agree to any deal with his employers. Everything points to the fact that he is closer to the exit door. Arsenal manager, Unai Emery is probably the greatest loser in this saga as he has made it clear that he wants Ramsey to stay having blended well with his newly introduced style. Every arrow points to Arsenal as the cause of their problem … [Read more...]
Arsenal supporters revealed what Gazidis told them in final meeting
Although Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis has since announced his decision to part ways with the club for a new challenge with AC Milan, he still has some unfinished business with the club. It has been revealed that Gazidis met Arsenal Supporters Trust (AST) before Arsenal’s 2-0 win against Everton on Sunday, to have his last words to them and also hand over Raul Sanllehi and Vinai Venkatesham to the fans. Raul now takes over as the head of football while Vinai is now Arsenal’s managing director. Both new principals had resumed their new … [Read more...]
How Unai Emery stopped Joachim Low, Ozil peace talk
Arsenal manager Unai Emery has been accused of stopping Germany national team coach Joachim Low from reaching Mesut Ozil for peace talks in London. Ozil had announced his decision to stay away from the national team and focus on club football following what he described as unfair treatment from the German football federation. The former Real Madrid player claimed to be used as a scapegoat for Germany’s poor outing at the Russia 2018 World Cup in addition to protesting racism against him. “In the eyes of Gindel and his supporters, I am German … [Read more...]
How Carabao Cup reveals the difference between Wenger and Emery
Since the emergence of Unai Emery as Arsenal manager in the summer, pundits have continued to give their opinion of the difference between the current and the former manager, Arsene Wenger. Arsenal players are not excluded from those who tried to draw comparison and differences between the two coaches with the majority citing the style of play while others cited discipline and ambition. However, the words of the Spanish manager ahead of the Wednesday’s Carabao Cup against Brentford proves he is a lot different from Wenger in terms of … [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 … [Read more...]
Emery relieved with more options in the defence
Arsenal manager Unai Emery has been handed a boost in his defence as more options are now available for use. Following the 2-0 win against Everton on Sunday, Arsenal will now face Brentford on Wednesday in the third round of the Carabao Cup. According to the Arsenal official website, the Spanish manager has been handed a boost with the availability of Sead Kolasinac who is now back in full training after a left knee injury. Kolasinac was injured just a week before the opening of the 2018/2019 season in the preseason game against … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal shift attention to Rennes for Ismaila Sarr after Dembele miss
Emerging reports indicate that Arsenal are shifting their attention to Rennes winger, Ismaila Sarr after missing out on the signature of Ousmane Dembele. Although the mirror reports that the player is been linked to Spanish side, Barcelona but the Gunners are keen on the player to add flare to the attack. The North London club were believed to be interested in the player in the summer but a deal failed to work through with the player resuming at Nou Camp putting to rest all speculations linking him to England. The 20-year-old Senegal … [Read more...]
Distraction? Emery still has a say on PSG, Neymar
Arsenal manager, Unai Emery has been reported to be meddling in the affairs of his former side, PSG having left the club some months back. Emery arrived the North London club in the summer with lots of challenges and huddles for him to overcome which includes bringing Arsenal back to Champions League football and also making the club a force to reckon with in the league. The Spanish manager began the Premier League campaign on a slow note with two consecutive defeats against Manchester United and Chelsea, sitting in the sixth position on the … [Read more...]
Iwobi has everything but just this – Koscielny
Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny is amazed at the bunch of talent his teammate, Alex Iwobi has but identifies something that should be worked upon. Iwobi has continued to blossom in the current season under new manager, Unai Emery with every opportunity handed to him. The Nigerian international found the back of the net in Arsenal's 3-2 defeat against Chelsea at the Stamford Bridge. His performance at Arsenal's 4-2 win over Vorskla Poltava in the Europa League on Thursday also caught the attention of the fans. Koscielny is one of those … [Read more...]
Cech gives reason why first clean sheet not a big
Arsenal fans celebrated the first clean sheet of the club this season on Sunday, in the Premier League encounter against Everton. The feat happened right in front of the fans at the Emirates Stadium where Lacazette and Aubameyang helped Arsenal with a 2-0 win. However, goalkeeper Petr Cech sees the clean sheet as no big deal as he knew it was already close by. Cech had conceded in all five previous Premier League games this season and that has been a concern. Pundits had expected the new Gunners recruit Bernd Leno to take over the stage … [Read more...]
The mistake that almost cost Arsenal’s win against Everton revealed
Arsenal manager Unai Emery almost made a mistake that would have cost his side in their Premier League encounter against Everton on Sunday. The Gunners had recorded a convincing victory at the Emirates Stadium, all thanks to goals from Alexandre Lacazette and Aubameyang in the second half of the game. Lacazette had opened the scoring with a stunning strike from the edge of the area but that wouldn't have happened because he would have been subbed before then. Emery said he felt the team were not giving him what he wanted so, he opted to … [Read more...]
Its a major setback for Unai Emery after Guendouzi’s decision
Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi has made his stance known concerning his allegiance to the country of his choice. Guendouzi has caught the eye of the world since joining the North London club in the summer. He was brought to the Emirates as a future plan for the club but was soon impressive that Arsenal manager, Unai Emery could not look away from him. His performance at the preseason earned him a starting role in the Premier League, keeping new recruit, Lucas Torriera and Elneny on the bench. Both Morocco and France have lined up to … [Read more...]
What makes me happy about Aubameyang aside goals, Emery
Arsenal manager Unai Emery Unai Emery says there is more to be delighted about striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang than the goals he scores. Aubameyang has so far scored 13 goals in 18 appearances for Arsenal since his switch from Bourrousia Dortmund in January. While it is a feat to celebrate, the Spanish manager says what delights him the most is that the Gabon international is beginning to get acquitted to the playing system he has introduced. Emery who also joined the Emirates Stadium in the summer introduced a new playing system that … [Read more...]
Unai Emery gives hint on new Arsenal No 1
Following the performance of new Arsenal recruit, Bernd Leno in the Thursday Europa League win against Vorskla, Unai Emery gave a hint on who will be the new first-choice goalkeeper for his side. The North London club brought Leno from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer to add to the competition at the pole. The young keeper was tipped to beat competition from Petr Cech but that did not happen as he was left to the bench in all the 5 Premier League games played so far. He was however handed an opportunity to see his competitive debut for the … [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...]
Why Arsenal win was more about Emery
Arsenal's Thursday against Vorskla in the Europa League was obviously more about Spanish manager, Unai Emery who has had a history with the competition. A brace from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and two other goals from Mesut Ozil and Danny Welbeck made Arsenal coast a 4-2 win in front of their fans at the Emirates Stadium. However, the Spanish manager is not new to this with the Thursday night win confirming his dominance in the competition as he set a record of 32 wins, the most in the history of the competition. The former PSG manager was … [Read more...]
Shake up at Arsenal not over with latest move
The shake up at Arsenal seem to be far from being over with latest development currently being reported at the club. According to sportspromedia.com, the new plan which will see a new development at the Emirates Stadium will have the club establish a new private members' club named The Avenell Club. The club is to be named after the road of former stadium, Highbury. The plans will make the second phase of the redevelopment of Club Level – the club's premium area for club supporters. In a bid to make the fans more comfortable, the … [Read more...]
Emery gives Leno big hint ahead of Europa encounter
After many days of waiting, new Arsenal recruit might finally be in the pole when Arsenal file out against Vorskla Poltava in the Europa game. The goalkeeper who came in the summer with the prospect of beating the competition from Petr Cech and emerging as the first team goalkeeper but that did not happen as he did not get the nod from Spanish manager, Unai Emery in the Premier League. Howbeit, tonight's Europa game could be the opportunity for Arsenal fans to see their new stopper who had arrived Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. Emery has … [Read more...]
Experienced Lichtsteiner tells Arsenal the secret to returning to the UCL next season
Europa League bound-Arsenal have been told by new summer signing Stephan Lichtsteiner what to do to return to the UEFA Champions League, UCL. The North London club are missing out of Europe's biggest tournament for the second consecutive year and Lichtsteiner who is not new to the competition thinks there is something that needed to be done to ensure Arsenal emerges victorious in the current Europa League. Winning the Europa League gives Arsenal an automatic ticket to the Champions League even if they fail to secure a top three finish in the … [Read more...]
Petr Cech having his last chance at Arsenal?
This season could just be the last Arsenal goalkeeper has to prove whatever he wants to as it could be his end at the club. This is not unaware to the former Chelsea goalkeeper who admits that he is already in his future. To add with, Cech is playing his last year at the North London club with less than 12 months to the end of his contract at the club, knowing well that he has yet to sign a new deal with talks on the table at the moment. The 36-year-old become a surprise first choice keeper at Arsenal under new manager Unai Emery following … [Read more...]
Ivan Gazidis taking Arsenal star along with him
Following the news of the exit of Arsenal chief executive, Ivan Gazidis, more developments have continued to follow with the latest report hinting that contract rebel Aaron Ramsey could join the departing chief to AC Milan. According to reports, the Italian side made the American billionaire and Ramsey their target and are bent on completing their mission in the Emirates Stadium raid by taking along, the midfielder. The Sun reports that Ramsey remains the next target for the Italian giants. Gazidis has been reportedly offered a deal worth … [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...]