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Sure there is not point in getting too deflated about a bad result in a preseason game. But for Arsenal, this was more than just a preseason. This team has been together for many years now, we’ve made no additions to the squad that failed last season, we conceded from a set piece as usual, [...]
[Video] Arsenal held to a 1-1 draw against Hangzhou
TweetArsenal were held to a 1-1 draw today (Saturday) in their second pre-season game on their Far East tour against Hangzhou. It was not the best of games to watch but that is expected in a pre-season encounter. Arsenal went behind early on in the match only for Carlos Vela to equalise for the Gunners [...]
Hangzhou Greentown 1 – Arsenal 1: Analysis
Much like the previous game in the packed, noisy and humid Bukit Jalil stadium in Malaysia, Arsenal were greeted by a mixture of 31ºC heat, torrential rain and around 51,000 fans when kicking off at 12.30pm against Hangzhou Greentown, a … Continue reading →
Arsenal 1-1 Hangzhou Greentown, or The Potential Is There
So after a short hiatus for the first bit of the summer gunner’s rock returns just as Arsenal start their pre-season in Asia. It’s been a good break, one which allows the chance to recharge the batteries, put the frustration and disappointment of last season in the past and look forward to the chance to [...]
[Transfer Targets] #9 Romelu Lukaku
As we seemingly near the end of Didier Drogba’s reign on terror over Arsenal centre-backs, it is more clear now than ever that power and pace are the some of the attributes strikers who have succeed in the premier league … Continue reading →
Arsenal Win First Game In Asia
Arsenal’s tour of Asia got off to a good start with a 4-0 win against Malaysia in which four different players got on the score sheet. The Guardian reports that Ramsey, Vela, Walcott and Rosicky each scored in the easy win that was watched by 65,000 people. The Guardian picked out Carlos Vela’s trademark chip [...]
Pros and cons in 4-0 victory for the Gunners
Arsenal cruised to a 4-0 win against Malaysia XI. The first goal came from the spot, with Ramsey stroking the penalty home, although he may not have been the man we expected to see take the set piece. Miyaichi and Walcott used their pace to pin back the opposition full backs. Jenkinson was powerful in read more »
4 Star Gunners Win|Denilson’s fate sealed?
Season Opener Arsenal began their pre-season preparation with a comprehensive victory over a Malaysian XI in a game played under the uncomfortable heat in Kuala Lumpur. The starting XI comprised Szczesny; Jenkinson, Koscielny, TV5(C), Gibbs; Song, Wils…
Arsenal Goal of the Season 2010/11
Having had time to dwell on the exciting, yet disappointing season that has passed, Straight Talking Gooners will now take a look back at the best goals of last season. Thank you to all our followers on Twitter who have replied with ideas for this article. Please follow us here. We shall be taking a read more »
No Gervinho, Samba Begs To Leave & Vela Survives The Chop
As I said a few days ago on twitter, the ‘deals’ for Gervinho & Samba are about to rival that of Arshavin & Nasri in terms of how long they took to materialize. We’ve been linked with the Ivorian for God knows how long and yet…
Peter: Should Wenger really keep Carlos Vela?
Carlos Vela not allowed to leave Arsenal. Why? by Peter Rooke The young Mexican Carlos Vela (maybe not so young nowadays) has spent many years at Arsenal under Arsene Wenger, and he has has played many games in the Carling Cup and FA Cup games, but des…
What has happened to the Arsenal exodus?
The signals at the tail end of last season suggested an exodus was on the cards. Fast forward to end of June and we are yet to see a single player leave. We all have our favourite player we want out of the door. The ones we would be ready to carry on o…
Why Arsenal may not need to buy a new striker
TweetCarlos Vela will remain at Arsenal this summer, according to his agent. He told ESPN Radioformula in Mexico: “I have had eight conversations with Arsenal, the most recent was last Friday, and Carlos is an Arsenal player, he will stay at Arsenal and is not for sale. “The process with Carlos is a little bit [...]
Peter: Wenger needs to sell Bendtner, Clichy and Denilson quickly
Arsenal’s firesale is not going well so far by Peter Rooke There are three (supposedly) definite departures from the Emirates this summer. Both Nicklas Bendtner and Denilson have declared their intention to find new clubs, while Gael Clichy is re…
Exodus at Arsenal to Bring in £80M
Arsenal fans are gearing themselves for an influx of players, we are waiting with baited breath. We are also aware that the exodus from the Emirates will be a big one this summer. Players who have not made the grade, others who have not had the opportunity and some who think the grass is greener [...]
Transfer Rumors-The Good and the Bad (Part-1)
Well a season has come and gone and Arsenal are once again left wanting.At one point in the season we were in for a historic Quadruple,but as they say it, “We Choked”,again.What went wrong? What is it that needs to change? Goonerburgh discussed this on…
Transfer Talk: Thursday 16th June
Carlos Vela According to reports that started in Mexico (and that are now all over the Turkish Press), Galatasaray manager Faith Terim has contacted Arsenal over the availability of Carlos Vela – although it is thought that Terim’s first choice is former Gunner José Antonio Reyes. A few days ago, it emerged that newly promoted read more »
My mouth is parched in this transfer desert
What a goldfish I am. Despite an end of season that spent most of its time reeling from one calamity to another, I appear to be hankering for the new one already. When will I ever learn? To be fair though, some bits and bobs need to happen before I can get genuinely giddy. Namely [...]
Transfer Talk: Sunday 29th May – Wenger waits on Gervinho
Gervais Yao Kouassi (aka Gervinho) The Guardian is just one of the newspapers reporting that Arsène Wenger is interested in signing Lille striker Gervinho this summer, but may be forced to sell some squad players who are deemed surplus to requirements in order to fund the transfer. Gervinho scored 14 goals in 35 games this read more »
Carlos Vela told he will only be a reserve at West Brom
The young Mexican striker Carlos Vela has spent the second half of the season out on loan at West Brom, and despite a few successes as an impact sub, he has only made three starts for the Baggies. The West Brom first-team coach Michael Appleton said ye…
Dear Arsene, Please Let Go of the Deadwood
The following is purely for amusement, it will not be sent on to Arsene Wenger; ———————————————————————– Dear Mr Wenger, As an Arsenal fan all my life, I’m sad to see my first communication with you being in such bad spirit. Me, like thousands of fans around the world who love Arsenal FC, are extremely proud of the [...]
Arsenal vs Huddersfield : The Match Preview
It has been an eventful week at Arsenal with news, team selection, squad role and transfers been the major talking point. At the press conference on Friday , Arsene Wenger had a lot to tell the members of the press present. First off was the news of re…
Arsenal transfer rumours – West Brom swoop for Vela
Carlos Vela is a player who divides opinion. He has undoubted quality but just doesn’t seem to take his chances when he is in the first team.
His party-boy lifestyle probably has something to do with it, he is a young lad who wants to have fun …
Wenger – Transfer Guru, but what are his plans?
Morning Gooners,Transfers, transfers everywhere.6 days left of the transfer window and apart from Dzeko’s move to Cash Cows City the premiership has been relatively quiet. One thing we’re not short of though is rumours.Arsene Wenger has a reputation fo…
What now for Eastmond and Vela?
It has been a while since we had any Guest Posts, but here is one from Ahmed, who is worried about the development of two Arsenal players that are just outside the first team………
While it is much publicized that the Gunners need some e…
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