All roads, Leeds

Arsenal finished the league phase of the Champions League on Wednesday, with 8 out of 8 wins. They now avoid the play-off round and advance to the knock-out round. The mid-week victory offered some salve for the wound of last weekend’s loss. Possibly the most demoralizing moment of the season, it reduced the Gunners leadContinue reading “All roads, Leeds”

The devils in the details

The Red Devils visit the Emirates on Sunday for Arsenal’s next big challenge. While not the fierce rivalry of the past, the Gunners must contend with a United side, brimming with confidence under interim coach, Michael Carrick. Arsenal have beaten United, 5 of 6 most recent meetings, but United have a bounce in their step,Continue reading “The devils in the details”

Thankful for Arsenal

What a week to be an Arsenal supporter. The Gunners demolish Sp-rs on the back of an Eze hat trick and three days later, dispatched Bayern Munich in the Champions League league phase. The Bundesliga club have long been a thorn in Arsenal’s side over the years. After a somewhat even first half, Arsenal dominatedContinue reading “Thankful for Arsenal”

November to remember?

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 GunnersContinue reading “November to remember?”