Arsenal’s Champions League knockout phase begins with 2 matches against Bayer Leverkusen tomorrow and next Tuesday. The German club was founded way back when, by the workers of Bayer company, which explains why their crest resembles an aspirin.
Leverkusen finished 16th in the tournament league phase, but that run included beating Man City 2-0, so Arsenal cannot take this tie for granted.
Thank you to everyone who pre-ordered a BAG Anniversary Kit from Olive & York. I cannot wait to see you sporting yours at the pub. Anyone that missed out, I will let you in on a little secret, O&Y have left the order window open.
Also big ups to the legends (in the featured photo) who turned up for last Saturday’s 4:15 am FA Cup match, which saw the Gunners best Mansfield Town. I expect to be at the pub for both Champions League matches, so I look forward to watching with you.
COYG!
Best, Mark
PS: In a bit of shameless self-promotion, my wife’s band, Gutter Swan has a show coming up in about 3 weeks. Last time, we got a pretty good Gooner turnout. See the ad below for more details.
Bay Area Gooners 