Arsenal Supporters in San Francisco, California
Sunday, 11/23 • 8:30 am Kickoff • Maggie McGarry’s (21+)
Match on inside and outside.Maggie’s is 21+, even in the parklet.Dogs in parklet only, please.Keep the banter civil and friendly.Outside food is OK.Outside drinks are NOT.
COYG!
Come on you Gunners!
Arsenal went into their Champions League match against Slavia Praha with the news that Viktor Gyökeres was injured and likely would not be available until after the international break.
He joins an injury list which includes Ødegaard, Martinelli, Havertz, Madueke, and Jesus. But despite the home side getting off to a strong start, the Gunners bossed their way into a 3-0 victory, with Mikel Merino getting a brace following Saka’s penalty.
Andre Harriman-Annous and Max Dowman came on late, with the latter becoming the youngest ever player to feature in a Champions League match. But the Gunners’ defensive efforts were the real story, with an 8th successive clean sheet, equaling a club record that’s stood since 1987.
November has been a rough month for Arsenal in recent seasons, but heading into this one, cautiously optimistic the team will weather the storm. However, Saturday’s opponent, Sunderland are no slouches. Featuring former Gunner, Granit Xhaka, the Black Cats sit in fourth place and represent a formidable challenge.
Thank you to Katie and Kayle for holding things down in my absence last weekend. Looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday!
COYG!
Best, Mark
Saturday, 11/8 • 9:30 am Kickoff • Maggie McGarry’s (21+)
Match on inside and outside.Maggie’s is 21+, even in the parklet.Dogs in parklet only, please.Keep the banter civil and friendly.Outside food is OK.Outside drinks are NOT.
COYG!
Come on you Gunners!
Arsenal’s Champions League league phase continues tomorrow as the Gunners head to Prague. Kickoff time is 945 AM and Maggie’s will have the match on!
I can’t make it tomorrow but will see you this weekend!
COYG!
Best, Mark
Tuesday, 11/4 • 9:45 am Kickoff • Maggie McGarry’s (21+)
Match on inside and outside.Maggie’s is 21+, even in the parklet.Dogs in parklet only, please.Keep the banter civil and friendly.Outside food is OK.Outside drinks are NOT.
COYG!
There’s a lot of talk right now of titles, trophies, and how this must be Arsenal’s year, coming from the fans and media alike. And while it’s a great time to be a Gooner, some restraint is needed.
Enthusiastic optimism is understandable, especially after a mid-week League Cup victory over Brighton, that featured 4 teenagers. Andre Harriman-Annouss (17), Miles Lewis-Skelly (19), Ethan Nwaneri (18), and wunderkind, Max Dowman (15), all worked tirelessly with Dowman’s dribbling, passing, and runs down the right wing, proving he more than deserved a place in the side.
But it’s a long season and so much football to be played against seriously formidable opposition in both domestic and European competitions. Let’s take it one match at a time. Starting with a trip to Turf Moor to face Burnley on Saturday.
I will miss Saturday’s match, but Katie DeSchutter will ensure the banner is hung, donuts are provided, and take a few pictures in my absence.
COYG!
Best, Mark
Saturday, 11/1 • 8:00 am Kickoff • Maggie McGarry’s (21+)
Match on inside and outside.Maggie’s is 21+, even in the parklet.Dogs in parklet only, please.Keep the banter civil and friendly.Outside food is OK.Outside drinks are NOT.
COYG!
Come on you Gunners!
The fourth round of the League Cup AKA the Carabao Cup sees Arsenal against Brighton tomorrow. Kick off is 12:45 PM and Maggie’s will have the match on!
The first of two matches this week. Expect Arteta to rest Saliba, Rice, Martinelli and Califiori, all of whom picked up knocks last weekend. We will likely see Merino, Mosquera, Nwaneri, and Nørgaard inserted into the mix.
Going to miss the next 3 matches at Maggie’s but will be back at the pub for Sunderland on 11/8.
COYG!
Best, Mark
Wednesday, 10/29 • 12:00 pm Kickoff • Maggie McGarry’s (21+)
Match on inside and outside.Maggie’s is 21+, even in the parklet.Dogs in parklet only, please.Keep the banter civil and friendly.Outside food is OK.Outside drinks are NOT.
COYG!
Come on you Gunners!
Fresh off a resounding Champions League victory, the Gunners now face a formidable Crystal Palace side at home. Hopefully trouncing Atlético Madrid, 4-0 will provide a bit of momentum. Viktor Gyökeres nabbing two of the goals Wednesday night certainly gives hope that he’s finding his feet. He’s been working his ass off, so it’s nice to see it pay off.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday!
COYG!
Best, Mark
Bay Area Gooners