These are heady times to be an Arsenal supporter. We beat Brighton this weekend to go top of the table, and remain there by virtue of Liverpool’s draw. We don’t get much time to savor the moment, because of an impending quarter-final Champions League clash against Bayern Munich on Tuesday. The German side has knockedContinue reading “Mama said knock you out”
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Here comes the flood
Sunday at Maggie’s was intense. Possibly more Gooners inside and outside the pub than ever before. The match was a gritty, grind it out draw, which under normal circumstances Gooners would be elated to come away with. But in a title race, where every point counts, it felt like a missed opportunity. Now’s it’s AprilContinue reading “Here comes the flood”
The long and short of it
Arsenal sit top of the table as we endure another intolerable break in play due to FA Cup matches and needless international play giving Gooners plenty of time to cogitate about the road ahead. The Gunners have just 10 league matches to play in the two or so months left of Premier League competition. ThenContinue reading “The long and short of it”
Any Porto in a storm
After summarily dispatching West Ham 6-0, the Gunners trounced Burnley 5-0, giving them a full head of steam, heading into today’s knockout stage of the Champions League. Now, I don’t know too much about their opponent’s current form, but feeling pretty good about our chances. Just don’t want our lads to be gassed for NewcastleContinue reading “Any Porto in a storm”
That time of year again
Heading into the holiday season, still in the thick of the title race, with Gooners casting a longing glance towards the transfer window, wondering who, if anyone might arrive. Can’t shake the nagging feeling we’re one or two injuries away from seeing it all slip away. Elneny picked up a knock against PSV while MartinelliContinue reading “That time of year again”
Six ways to Saturday
Arsenal’s decisive win Wednesday over Sevilla in the Champions League group stage served as a bit of a palate cleanser, but The Travesty on Tyneside is still stuck firmly in one’s craw. To have VAR examine an opposition goal for 4 possible violations and still stand could only happen to Arsenal. Topped off with severalContinue reading “Six ways to Saturday”
A is for Arsenal, also anxiety
Nervy late moments in our mid-week Champions League match against Sevilla, but don’t let it diminish two stellar goals by Martinelli and Jesus. Martinelli’s was reminiscent of his legendary goal a few seasons back at Chelsea. Also laudable was our stout defense with a rock star performance by Tomiyasu. Next up, Sheffield United, who haveContinue reading “A is for Arsenal, also anxiety”
On the rebound
Loved the late fight back from the Gunners on Saturday, but feel a little fortunate to snatch a late draw from the mouth of defeat. The lads seemed a step behind for most of the match and made an ordinary Chelsea team look like contenders. No time to dwell as Arsenal head to Spain toContinue reading “On the rebound”
Rollercoaster of love
Just over two months into the season, we’ve hit the first real dip in the Arsenal supporter rollercoaster. Our trip to France ended up so much sour milk, with RC Lens taking advantage of our sloppy defense and Saka limping off. Again. And of course, it would occur just prior to our biggest match ofContinue reading “Rollercoaster of love”
The champignons league?
Fine effort by Arsenal to crush a hapless Bournemouth, 4-0. However, Saka and Jesus going off limping is worrisome, especially given Martinelli and Partney are still out. Saka was amongst the top 10 most fouled players in the Premier League last season and that irksome trend appears to be continuing. Quick jaunt to France forContinue reading “The champignons league?”
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