Arsenal manager, Unai Emery has insisted that the shaky performance of goalkeeper Petr Cech will not stop his side from building their play from behind. Fans were again uncomfortable with Cech’s performance, criticizing the way he distributed the ball from behind which could lead backfire against his side after a series of past mistakes in the previous games. Emery is, however, not concerned with what the fans think as he is confident that the former Chelsea stopper has the ability to handle the situation. The 36-year-old has won the heart of the manager and has been played ahead of new signing Bernd Leno, who is yet to be handed his debut. The Spanish manager says Cech is experienced and intelligent hence there is no reason to be worried about him, … [Read more...]
Breaking! What Unai Emery said about Arsenal players after win
Arsenal manager, Unai Emery is obviously proud of his team and is not shy of expressing this after their 3-2 win against Cardiff on Sunday. Both strikers Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette had got their first goal of the season in the five-goal thriller. Aubameyang and Lacazette enjoyed the pre-season tour together where they both found the back of the net on different occasions. Praising his side, Emery said his Arsenal players have always been in control despite not winning their first two games of the season. Why Arsenal can't afford to sign £100 million star Speaking at the post-match news conference the Spanish manager said the spirit of the team is now calm and the confidence is very high. He, however, noted that the team … [Read more...]
Neymar drops Arsenal hint
In what appears to be a surprise to Arsenal fans, Brazilian star, Neymar disclosed his interest in a possible move to London. Neymar, therefore, said he does not see his future in Manchester City, giving Arsenal the opportunity of having him. The former Barcelona star had enjoyed a successful first season at PSG under current Arsenal manager, Unai Emery and this could play a role in luring him to the Emirates as a reunion. The 25-year-old stated that his decision is influenced by his love for the English Capital, recalling that he had visited London for about four times in the past one year. Neymar, who has a contract with Paris Saint-Germain until 2022 leaves the possibility of moving away from the Ligue 1. Neymar's big money move to PSG from … [Read more...]
Exclusive! Why Emery was wrong for not starting Aubameyang and Lacazette
Arsenal manager, Unai Emery has been proven wrong with his previous decision of not playing two strikers up front despite calls for him to do so. For the first time, strikers Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang were paired to start a game and both were on the scoresheet in the five goals thriller against Cardiff. Both players waited until they both started a game before getting their first goals of the season with Lacazette, setting up Aubameyang who brought the Gunners back into the game in the 62nd minute of the game. Video: Chelsea star arrives his new club on loan, set for medicals Before now, the Arsenal manager has insisted on playing just a striker but this game has proved him to be wrong as Arsenal got their first away win of the … [Read more...]
We will win but you might not like how, Emery tells fans
Arsenal Manager has told fans and supporters that he is bent on winning games at the club but how it will happen might not be pleasing to them. Emery has introduced a pattern of developing a game from behind and the pressing style of play but that has not been fully established as the players are yet to adapt. Also, the results of past games have called for questioning of the pattern but Emery who is not ready to compromise believes that is the way to go. The 46-year-old is optimistic he can deliver success at the Emirates stadium and will do all it takes to achieve that. As a way of ensuring success, he has demanded more fitness from his players in addition to tampering with their diet by stopping them from taking fruit juice. He noted that he is … [Read more...]
Unai Emery name Lucas Torreira as one player that’s giving him selection headache
Unai Emery has exposed the player in his team that has given him selection headache so far, since arriving at the club in the summer. Emery who named Lucas Torreira as the player who has given him the sleepless night on who to start ahead of the other. While noting that he is pleased with all his players who have all been working hard in the past few weeks, the Spanish manager pointed at Torreira as an exciting player and a good prospect. The edgy beginning of his reign at Arsenal with two consecutive defeats to Manchester City and Chelsea respectively has not put away smile from the eyes of the former PSG manager whenever he sees his players. How Sadio Mane turned down move to 'Wrong' Manchester (United) Team Torreira is, however, yet to be … [Read more...]
Amidst contract itches, Ramsey makes Arsenal Emery claim ahead of Cardiff game
Despite he is yet to agree on a new deal with Arsenal, few months to the end of his career, Aaron Ramsey has stated that there are many positives with the Gunners team and the new manager, Unai Emery. Ramsey who has started Arsenal main games has hinted he is enjoying the new life at the Emirates, expressing excitement and optimism for the future. Speaking ahead of the trip to his former side, Cardiff, Ramsey said he expects a better delivery from Arsenal as they are now adapting better to the Emery’s management style. He said he expects the players who are becoming more comfortable with the pressing style to stick to it for a better result. However, Wales international claimed Emery is more detailed on the opposition than what was obtainable under … [Read more...]