Gooners, Heading into the international play after being thrashed by Brighton was bad enough. But when the intolerable break ended Tuesday, it only gave us more to be concerned about. Defender Ezri Konsa picked up an unspecified injury playing for England against Spain and yet manager, Thomas Tuchel still played him a full 90 minutesContinue reading “Break on through”
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To the Viktor?
Gooners, Arsenal’s midweek League Cup romp over Ipswich was fun to watch. At least as far as Max Dowman was concerned. His energy on the pitch is infectious and a constant reminder, the best is yet to come. Eberechi Eze’s efforts Tuesday did not quite meet expectations but everyone has an off night. But theContinue reading “To the Viktor?”
Shape of things to come
Gooners, Arsenal left Italy with a win Wednesday, but it was not easy pickings. The Gunners dominated with a myriad of real goal scoring chances, as they worked fervently to break down Napoli’s low block. But they only converted one opportunity, which thankfully was all it took. I suspect we have a lot of thisContinue reading “Shape of things to come”
A Xabi imitation?
Gooners, A Spanish midfielder at Real Sociedad, who left to play in the Premier League, and eventually turned to coaching. Sound familiar? Xabi Alonso and Mikel Arteta’s path to managing Premier League heavyweights are not dissimilar. Arteta was originally brought into Real Sociedad to play alongside Alonso, only to see him move to Liverpool beforeContinue reading “A Xabi imitation?”
Great Expectations
Gooners, Not sure why the Premier League saw fit to schedule the defending Champions’ first two matches of the season on weekdays, but here we are. Monday at lunchtime, Arsenal head to Birmingham to face Aston Villa. Villa has been having a bit of a fire sale recently, selling off some of their more notableContinue reading “Great Expectations”
Just like starting over
Gooners, Fun times this past Sunday at Maggie’s, as Arsenal showed no rust and dispatched City handily to win the Community Shield. One of our members, Jordan Maralit, wrote about his experience here. As trophies go, no one rates the shield that highly, but the victory allowed us to take possession of the framed dollarContinue reading “Just like starting over”
Return of the Champs
Gooners, The reigning Premier League champions begin the 2026-2027 season, Friday, August 21st against newly promoted Coventry. But first, the small matter of the Community Shield against Man City this Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 7:00 am. At the time of this post, Arsenal have been marginally busy in the transfer window. Christian Norgaard, JakubContinue reading “Return of the Champs”
The return of Arsenal
Gooners, We’re just a few weeks away from our first match-viewing of the season at Maggie McGarry’s. Arsenal face Man City in the Community Shield on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 7:00 am. There’s a few preseason friendlies between now and then, and while Maggie’s may show some of those, August 16th is our firstContinue reading “The return of Arsenal”
Take two and call me…
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, soContinue reading “Take two and call me…”
Be a legend. Twice.
Some nervy results recently, at Chelsea and Brighton away. At this point in the season, all remaining matches will be a test of Arsenal supporters’ nerves. But the Gunners came away with the points and sit 7 points clear at the top of the table. This Saturday, we’ll be at Maggie’s to watch Arsenal’s FAContinue reading “Be a legend. Twice.”