Tactical masterclass from Mikel Arteta! Six months into his managerial career, he has already managed to win his first piece of silverware. There were so many positive elements to our performance. Let’s dive into it Similar systems, but different levels of performance Both teams matched each other up in terms of the 3-4-3 system. Arteta […]
Finally this abysmal league campaign comes to an end. In this article, I’ll be providing my thoughts on each player’s overall performance in the league this season. The marking criteria is shown below 9 = Player of the season 8 = Outstanding 7 = Good 6 = Slightly above average 5 = Average 4 = […]
Sometimes fans come up with the craziest of ideas and theories. Some go noticed by many like the banners and the attitudes of fans on social media going global. And when I mean ideas, this is something not based on transfers like we should buy player x because of his reputation or because he had […]
‘Typical Arsenal’ is how I would describe our last three results. Impressive displays against two elite teams in Europe followed by a game, where we fail to deliver when the emphasis is on us to impose our game. What the result against Aston Villa does is it continues to provide a gentle reminder that the […]
An exclusive report from the Athletic’s David Ornstein caught my attention last week. The subject was Ainsley Maitland-Niles, and his desire leave Arsenal in pursuit of playing time. Per the report, Maitland-Niles “senses a lack of trust in him from (Mikel) Arteta” and believes the time is right for him to sever his association with […]
Many of us, including myself, were excited about the loan signing of Dani Ceballos. I previously followed him closely at Real Betis and in the Euro U21’s. As we approach the end of this season, along with his loan expiring, it’s certainly mixed feelings among the fan base as to whether he should be here […]
I hate losing to this lot. This lot has a way inferior mark in the world of football than us. And they beat us! Call this salty or sour grapes, but I feel sick here. Not because we lost, but more the manner of our defeat. Let them gloat and revel in their win […]
We won way – again!! A complete performance. Wolves were tamed into dogs by the Arsenal. This was one of the best away wins in some years. Everyone to a man was on their top form. There were no errors, and we were structured, disciplined, and professional throughout. It was an away […]
As mentioned in squad analysis part two, the midfield is a major weak point within the current side. In this blog, I will look at the current crop of midfielders we have, analysing who is integral to the side in order for us to have a strong finish to the season. Xhaka’s essential role Xhaka […]
Arsenal VS Norwich: Arteta’s Attacking plan proves the best form of Defence Arteta’s Arsenal secured three points against Norwich in ruthless fashion in the kind of display we need if we want to finish with a chance at qualifying for Champions League football. Arsenal rarely gave Norwich room to breathe on the pitch, with Arteta […]
