Arsenal seems to be on a revenge mission with the reported interest in Manchester United defender Eric Bailly. Both Arsenal and Tottenham are reported to the monitoring the player who could leave the club by in January. The Gunners interest could be a way to fight back at the Red Devils who were reported to be keeping tab on German Midfielder Mesut Ozil. Just as it was alleged that Ozil had a bust-up with Spanish manager, Unai Emery, Bailly who has not started a game for United since the 3-2 defeat at Brighton last month is also perceived … [Read more...]
Unai Emery explains why Arsenal struggled in the first half
Arsenal manager, Unai Emery is pleased to have a win at the St James Park against Newcastle United The win is a major boost and relieves to the team after so many doubts owing to the slow start and two consecutive defeats against Manchester City and Chelsea respectively. However, the team was seen to have struggled in the first half and the Spanish manager has got an explanation for that. The former PSG manager stated that as planned, his boys failed to have needed control over the game which would have helped. He added that getting the … [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...]
The end of Petr Cech could be near with Unai’s claim on Leno
One of the reasons why Unai Emery has been asked to step down his new playing style at Arsenal is because of the shaky performance by Petr Cech in the previous games. Emery who took charge at the summer, introduced a new style of play to the Arsenal players which requires them to build an attack from behind, a development that almost cost the team on several occasions due to Cech’s blunders. The former Chelsea goalkeeper had even admitted that he made certain errors but stated that the effect it would have had has been covered by the wins in … [Read more...]
Everyone wants to see my next mistake at Arsenal – former Chelsea star
Arsenal Goalkeeper, Petr Cech has spoken of his adapting to the new playing style which allows the team to build their attack from behind. Cech has been the major reason why pundits think manager Unai Emery should have a rethink of the style as he has been caught making some costly blunders. A recall of the Cardiff game, saw the former Chelsea keeper losing the ball or passing directly to opponents inside his area especially in the opening 5 minutes of the game. Obviously, he is not too comfortable with the back passes Cech admitted that he … [Read more...]
These two Arsenal players tipped to execute Newcastle game
The international break is finally over and club football will be back to full business for Arsenal who are to travel to St James Park to face Newcastle United. With the two straight wins before the break, Arsenal will be hoping to continue their winning streak away from home. The Gunners have been away from top four spot finish for a number of seasons under Arsene Wenger with poor results from away games pointed as the major issue. New manager, Unai Emery will be looking forward to changing the narrative with Saturday’s encounter in … [Read more...]
Update! Cech explains why Emery’s style of play is different from Wenger
Arsenal goalkeeper, Petr Cech has explained the difference between Unai Emery’s style of play and that of his predecessor, Arsene Wenger. Emery took over as Arsenal manager at the summer after the end of 22-year reign of Arsene Wenger at the club. The Spaniard had introduced a pressing style of football which demands the players running all through 90 minutes. The former Chelsea keeper explained that Unai’s philosophy is to use the ball, is to use the ball, use possession with creativity but with a lot of structure as well. He stated … [Read more...]
Why fans will love coming Christmas under Emery
Former Arsenal defender Viv Anderson has predicted a gloomy Christmas period for the club against what was known in the past years. It would be recalled that under the Arsene Wenger era, the failure of the Arsenal team usually starts during the Christmas period with the players getting tired while some pick injuries. Arsenal as a team loses most of its points during the festive period under Wenger but the club’s legend said reverse will be the case this time around. He stated that the maximum potential of Emery's team will be seen at the … [Read more...]
Arsenal star declared more valuable than Chelsea star
Arsenal winger Alex Iwobi has been named to be more valuable than Chelsea star, Victor Moses. In the ranking of Nigerian players on their transfer values as published by CIES Observatory, Iwobi now reigns ahead of Chelsea's Moses. Iwobi is now valued at €38.3, an increase of €4 million in the last three months. This is after the Hale End Academy product signed a new long-term deal with an improved offer till the end of the 2021-2022 season. For Moses, he has failed to make any mark this season as he has been relegated to the bench … [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...]
Why Ozil will struggle against Newcastle
Arsenal midfielder, Mesut Ozil has not enjoyed media praise in recent times owing to the issues relating to his untimely retirement from the national team and his unconvincing performance at the Emirates Stadium. Few weeks before the World Cup, Ozil was pictured with Turkish president and that sparked controversies and bashing by the media, a development that was not well handled by the German football federation. The poor outing by Germany at the Russia World Cup which led to an early exit of the team drew criticism with the Arsenal player at … [Read more...]
What I did to get Ozil to his best – Emery
Arsenal boss, Unai Emery has revealed that he professionally push Arsenal Midfielder, Mesut Ozil to be a better player so as to give his best to the team. He made this claim while speaking of his relationship with the German player. The Arsenal boss noted that contrary to reports of a bust-up, he and Ozil have a good relationship both on and off the pitch. Emery revealed that he enjoyed training with the player while others were on international break as the player is already retired from the German national team. Ozil made the decision … [Read more...]
Emery tells club to forget about this player
Arsenal manager, Unai Emery has made it clear, how close full-back Nacho Monreal is to his heart, hence will not be allowed to leave the club. The Spanish full-back who has made three appearances in the Premier League including getting on the scoresheet has been identified as the player who is important to the current Arsenal team under the former PSG manager. Reports in Spain say Spanish giants are already keeping tab on the player and will not hesitate to grab the player for a deal. The 32-year-old is also believed to serve as a backup … [Read more...]
Watching Lacazette, Aubameyang play together excites me, legend
Arsenal hero Alan Smith has expressed his delight in watching is Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang play together on the pitch. Before now, manager Unai Emery restricted Lacazette to starting from the bench, leaving only Aubameyang as the lone striker at the kick-off of the games until against Cardiff City where both players were meant to begin the game. The outcome became a subject of discussions in the media as both players got their first goals of the season in the game. The Spaniard is therefore urged to have a repeat of … [Read more...]
Mkhitaryan makes surprise claim about Wenger and Emery
One would expect Arsenal midfielder, Henrikh Mkhitaryan to have his preference when asked to pick who is best between former Manager, Arsene Wenger and current boss, Unai Emery but it has not gone the way we expected. The American says he does not have any preference between both coaches, noting that he will not mind any of them as his manager. Mkhitaryan who was signed to the Emirates by the Frenchman in January made 17 appearances under Wenger and has continued to get the nod under Emery, starting in three out of four Premier League games … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend names bad egg in Unai Emery’s path to success
Arsenal legend, Alan Smith has named playmaker, Mesut Ozil as the would-be obstacle in the way of Unai Emery to have his playing style established. It is not enough that the German earns £350,000-a-week but the fact that he has failed to prove his worth in the Spaniard’s team. No wonder he was dropped for the win against West Ham United. Emery has also insisted on a playing style that requires more hard work from his players to press although 90 minutes but it is still unclear if Ozil will be able to meet up with such a demand. Smith who … [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...]
Ozil’s Arsenal end nears
The end of Arsenal Midfielder, Mesut Ozil is reported to be getting nearer than ever with reports claiming that Gunners coach Unai Emery will not hesitate to accept any perfect offer for the German tactician. Ozil’s performances at the Emirates this season under the boss is questionable. The known fact that things have changed in the club with a pressing style of play being introduced might contribute to why the German might be seeing his end owing to his personality. Emery is reported to have told the player that he needs to meet up in the … [Read more...]
103-cap Arsenal star – Why my age is just a number
Arsenal right back, Stephan Lichtsteiner has claimed that his age is just a number that does not reflect his physicality on the field of play. According to him, he looks and has the feeling that he is six years younger than his age. At 34, the new Arsenal recruit has played nearly 600 games at club level as well as winning 103 caps for the Swiss national side; yet, he still looks ready to go. Lichtsteiner became Unai Emery’s first signing of the season and fans thought it could not be the addition they needed but the manager said the Swiss … [Read more...]
How Emery ended Wenger’s 22-years ‘nice’ football
It is now becoming obvious that the 22-year-reign of Arsene Wenger is over with some decisions of the new manager, Unai Emery. Wenger is known as a 'Mr Nice Guy' whose sense of fair play is second to none, making his idea of what a competition means, less than how his rivals have perceived it. Although his 22-year reign, Wenger always instructed that the pitch be watered either before the game or during the halftime break. This is to ensure that both his side and his visitors enjoy the game. Although, it has worked against him on some … [Read more...]
He was good but am still surprised, former player speaks of Guendouzi
New Arsenal signing, Matteo Guendouzi is well known to former Arsenal forward Jeremie Aliadiere but he can't explain his shock at the player's rapid exploit at the club. Guendouzi joined the Gunners in the summer and was only recruited because of his prospect. He was a player for the future and pundits never gave him the chance to be a starter. To the shock of everyone, the player is a first-eleven player and has started the four games so far in the season. He had caught Unai Emery's attention right from the pre-season tour. Former striker, … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend pleads with Emery on playing system
Since the arrival of Arsenal Manager, Unai Emery in the summer, club’s legends have continued to have their say on the new manager and what they expect of him. Emery arrived at the Emirates Stadium following the departure of former boss, Arsene Wenger, who was at the center stage of the club for 22 years. Wenger, despite leaving the club is currently the most successful manager the Arsenal has ever had and one will not expect any standard and result as less as it was from Emery. Upon his arrival, the former PSG manager introduced a playing … [Read more...]
Confirmed! This is why Arsenal defenders lack quality
Arsenal legend, Sol Campbell has pointed the loopholes with the club’s defence lineup. Campbell said the current Arsenal defence lack certain qualities expected of centre-halves going by the current football pattern obtainable today. Campbell, 43, retired six years ago after two decades in active football compared what was obtainable in his days with the current Arsenal team is of the opinion that strong-tackling centre-halves are now missing. He observed that football has really changed with the nature of training for defenders which is … [Read more...]
Arsenal fans wont like season prediction by legend
The latest prediction by Arsenal hero, David O'Leary might not be the wish of many Arsenal fans, who have high hopes and expectations for this season. Knowing well, the expectations of Arsenal this season, O'Leary urged them not to be too expectant so as not to be disappointed at the end of the day. O'Leary does not see Arsenal finishing higher than sixth this season but noted that it would be a huge success for the club if they break the mark. He stated that the new boss at the Emirates, Unai Emery, has a hard job to do, adding that it is … [Read more...]
Arsenal told what to do to keep contract rebel, Ramsey
The time has continued to tick with Aaron Ramsey’s contract with Arsenal already running into the last year, yet he is yet to agree on a new deal. the Welshman is a major part of the Arsenal team and new manager, Unai Emery has identified his quality and importance to the team but there are indications that he is not ready to discuss a new deal with the club. While there has been no report of rift or bust-up with anybody, Ramsey who looks stable has given no reason for his refusal to sign a new deal, raising concerns amongst fans who will love … [Read more...]