In the aftermath of Arsenal’s 2-1 defeat to Manchester United, Jonathan Northcroft proclaimed on Twitter that “even a blind-drunk beautician, with dodgy waxing apparatus, couldn’t produce a worse Brazilian” when referring to left-back Andre Santos. The burly full-back has come under staunch criticism from the Gunners faithful and the media alike following a number of sub-standard displays in […]
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Andre Santos and the Twitter Trolls
Those troublesome Twitter trolls have been at it again. I like to Twitter, it did take me a while to come round to the idea but I think it is a fantastic forum for people to share their views on anything they like. WTTGT
Santos in Shirt Swap Shocker
Swapping shirts is nothing new in football. Players swap shirts as a mark of respect for one another after a match has finished; a symbol of unification for two men on opposing teams. One of the most iconic world football images is of Bobby Moore and Pele swapping shirts at the end of a World […]
Was Vermaelen the wrong choice as captain?
We often hear the not too uncommon term ‘the captain should lead by example on the pitch’ when referring to football skippers. The man who is given the armband is nine times out of ten the best player in the squad, and is one that can roll up his sleeves and inspire his teammates when […]
A reason for optimism?
Having endured Wednesday’s night torturous performance, I’m sure many of you aren’t enjoying yourselves being Arsenal fans at the moment. Having gone into the international break with a satisfying win over West Ham United, club football returned at the weekend with Gooners up and down the country feeling optimistic and positive ahead of the action. […]
Wenger once again praises RVP, Andre Santos gets stick
Despite being knocked out in the group stages, Arsenal manger Arsene Wenger has insisted that Robin Van Persie has been the best striker at Euro 2012. WTTGT
Half season player ratings – Part 2
At the half way stage this season, we look at how the Gunners have fared individually this season. WTTGT
Chelsea v Arsenal – Gunners storm the Bridge
Arsenal traveled to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea in a match that Wenger described as a cup final. Read the match report here on WTTGT. WTTGT
How do you solve a problem like a right-back?
I swear Arsenal get a ridiculous amount of injuries to key players – as seen in the recent North London derby – with reliable right-back Bacary Sagna suffering a broken leg which will supposedly keep him out for around three months. WTTGT