The Gunners star has showered admiration on another former Arsenal player, Alexis Sanchez, who is far less popular than Thierry Henry himself. Alexis Sanchez lit up the Premier League while at Arsenal Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has dubbed ex-Gunner Alexis Sanchez a ‘role model on and off the pitch’ in comments that could irk the Emirates faithful. Sanchez spent three-and-a-half years in the red half of North London and was undoubtedly Arsenal’s best player during that period, with some regarding the Chilean as the greatest talent the club have boasted in the Emirates-era. However, he tarnished his Gunners legacy when he called time on his…
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Arsene Wenger has cautioned Arsenal that they will not get a better chance to end their nearly 20-year wait for the Premier League championship. Arsenal haven’t won the Premier League title since Arsene Wenger’s Invincibles (Picture: beIN Sport) Not since the Invincibles have the Gunners been crowned champions of England but under the guidance of Mikel Arteta a young, vibrant side have emerged as unlikely challengers. The jitters have begun to set in, however, with five points dropped against Everton and Brentford in each of the long-time pacesetters’ last two matches. Indeed, City can regain top spot with a win against Arsenal…
Despite his amazing run at Old Trafford this season, Man Utd icon Sir Alex Ferguson has some words of advice for current Red Devils ace Marcus Rashford. Rio Ferdinand has claimed there is still plenty more to come from Man Utd forward Marcus Rashford despite his sensational form this season. The England ace is not flawless in the eyes of the ex-United star, as Ferdinand explained how there are still some situations where Rashford makes it easy for opposition defenders. Last season was one to forget for the Red Devils ace, but he has been in remarkable form under Erik ten Hag since club…
David Beckham has been approached by a number of parties interested in bidding on Man Utd in an attempt to bolster takeover efforts. The potential takeover of Man Utd appears to be entering crucial stages, with parties interested in buying the club readying their bids and competing to become the owners of one of the most valuable clubs in the world. It’s a huge responsibility, and according The Telegraph, a number of those parties have attempted to bring Red Devils legend Beckham on side in an attempt to bolster their bid and lead their takeover. Beckham, who currently owns stakes in…
Chelsea take face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League knockout rounds on Wednesday evening, and Graham Potter has some important decisions to make. Marc Cucurella of Chelsea warms up prior to the Premier League match between West Ham United and Chelsea FC (Image: Justin Setterfield) Chelsea next travel to play Borussia Dortmund as they continue to look for their second win of the year after recording three draws in a row. The Blues utlised four of their January additions against West Ham but still saw Joao Felix’s goal ruled out thanks to former Chelsea defender Emerson Palmieri, as well as being denied a late…
Man City have received a major fitness boost ahead of their Premier League match against Arsenal this week. Pep Guardiola and his players were left somewhat concerned at half-time of their eventual 3-1 win over Aston Villa, when Erling Haaland was replaced at the interval following a blow to his thigh against Unai Emery’s men. Speaking after the game, Pep Guardiola was asked to provide an update on the Norwegian forward, to which he responded, “If the result was more tight then maybe I don’t do it (take off Erling Haaland at half-time).” “I don’t think he’s injured, but tomorrow…
Arsenal have failed to win in two successive games for the first time in the Premier League this season. They will rightly feel aggrieved following VAR’s mistake at the weekend but the performance was well below the standard set so far this campaign. Arsenal were beaten for just the second time when a rejuvenated Everton won 1-0 in Sean Dyche’s first game in charge. That result would have been forgotten if the Gunners picked up three points against Brentford. But that wasn’t to be and the Bees deserved a point, although it came in hugely controversial fashion. It is not quite clicking for Mikel…
The Glazers, Man Utd’s owners, are considering a full sale of the club this month. Elon Musk, one of the wealthiest people in the world, is reportedly ‘monitoring the situation’ regarding Man Utd’s sale and could make a move to buy the club. The Glazers have set a soft deadline for prospective bids to be made by this Friday. Sir Jim Ratcliffe remains the only person to publicly declare an interest in buying the club from the Glazers. But there is reported to be plenty of interest from US investors as well as Qatar-based groups. And they could be joined…
Erling Haaland of Manchester City is a doubt for Arsenal’s vital Premier League match against City on Wednesday. Erling Haaland was subbed off with an injury in Man City’s clash against Aston Villa (Image: Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) Manchester City suffered a potentially major injury blow ahead of their Premier League clash against Arsenal which could also have title implications. Pep Guardiola’s men were cruising against Aston Villa at half time, but they returned for the second 45 minutes without top scorer Erling Haaland. First half goals from Rodri, Ilkay Gundogan and Riyad Mahrez saw City stroll to victory at…
Graham Potter has provided his opinion on Chelsea’s forthcoming Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund, and it’s one that reflects where the team is right now. Graham Potter has accepted Chelsea’s limitations at the moment (Image: Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) Since the turn of the year, it is just one win for Chelsea in all competitions after West Ham United held the Blues to a 1-1 draw on Saturday afternoon. Despite Joao Felix giving Chelsea an early lead at the London Stadium with his first goal for the club, former Blues full-back Emerson Palmieri ensured the points were shared. Chelsea are still a few players away…
Eddie Nketiah has impressed in the absence of Gabriel Jesus, regaining Mikel Arteta’s trust in him. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta talks to Eddie Nketiah during a training session at London Colney (Image: Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Mikel Arteta’s faith in Eddie Nketiah has actually been on show prior to this season with Arsenal desperately needing the forward in this campaign to fill the lofty shoes of Gabriel Jesus following his knee injury. A significant issue suffered at the World Cup to the Brazil international looked set to greatly impact the Gunners in their title pursuit, but Nketiah,…
Man Utd will play Barcelona in the first leg of their Europa League play-off series on Thursday, but Erik ten Hag will be unable to use Marcel Sabitzer owing to a UEFA rule. Marcel Sabitzer has joined Lisandro Martinez in being suspended for Man Utd’s mouth-watering clash with Barcelona. The Red Devils visit the Camp Nou on Thursday for the first leg of their hotly-anticipated Europa League play-off tie, as Erik ten Hag and Xavi Hernandez’s sides square off for a place in the last 16. While Xavi will be without midfield linchpin Sergio Busquets and electric winger Ousmane Dembele, Ten Hag has also learned that he’ll be…