Arsenal opened their Champions League campaign Tuesday with a 2-0 win against Athletic Club. A much maligned Gabriel Martinelli scored within a minute of coming on as a second half substitute. He did so with an assist from another forgotten man, Leandro Trossard. In the dying moments of the match, Gabi would return the favorContinue reading “Maggie McGarry’s Derby”
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Champions League Tuesday!
Quick post to remind everyone, the Champions League group… er, “new league phase” begins tomorrow. Kick off is 9:45 and and Maggie’s will have the match on for us! I won’t make it to the pub tomorrow but will see you next Sunday! COYG! Best, Mark
Darkest before dawn
Thanks to the international break, we’ve been able dwell on Arsenal’s defeat at Anfield for almost two weeks. We dominated for long stretches but were undone by the Gunners’ lack of imagination and a singular moment of brilliance. Szoboszlai’s free kick winner was reminiscent of the two Declan Rice put past Real Madrid last season.Continue reading “Darkest before dawn”
What a difference
What a difference a week makes. After a labored victory at Old Trafford, Arsenal bounced back to batter Leeds United, 5-0 at home. Saturday was a match of firsts, including Viktor Gyökeres first goal in the red and white. We also witnessed the Premier League debut of wunderkind, Max Dowman, who became the second-youngest playerContinue reading “What a difference”
Arsenal, take 2
We don’t even get a week to enjoy the gritty win against United. Far from pretty, the Gunners got a 1-nil victory at Old Trafford. But any joy from the result was quickly tempered by news that Kai Havertz is now injured. No word yet on how long he’ll be out, but Arsenal secured theContinue reading “Arsenal, take 2”
Season Opener Sunday
Here we go again. Sunday marks the start of the 2025/2026 Premier League season for Arsenal, who head to Old Crapford to take on Man United. Is it our time? The club made multiple signings in the off season, adding Kepa, Zubimendi, Norgaard, Madueke, Mosquera, and Gyokeres to the roster. Attempts to buy Crystal Palace’sContinue reading “Season Opener Sunday”
Happy Hour This Thursday!
Viktor Gyökeres has arrived and may appear Thursday during the friendly against Sp*rs. Our preseason happy hour at Maggie McGarry’s is this Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 5-7 pm. We’ll replay the friendly from earlier in the day. Estrella draft is $1 off for anyone wearing Arsenal garb and we’ll have some food as well.Continue reading “Happy Hour This Thursday!”
BAG Hoodies Pre-order!
For the first time since 2018, we’re offering Bay Area Gooners hoodies! Designed by our own, Holly Hickman, they feature our BAG logo on the front, with Coit Tower and “North Beach Forever” on the sleeve, and of course, the late, legendary Gooner bartender, Patrick Dunphy on the back The only way to guarantee gettingContinue reading “BAG Hoodies Pre-order!”
This is your future
The fixture list for the 2025/2026 Premier League season was released this week. Arsenal start the season away at Old Trafford, followed by Leeds at home, and Liverpool away. The one constant for these and all matches this season, is we will gather at Maggie McGarry’s for every single one, regardless of kickoff time. ToContinue reading “This is your future”
Branching out
Since 2006 the Bay Area Gooners have been the official San Francisco Branch of Arsenal America. Arsenal America is the official United States supporters club of Arsenal Football Club with 85 branches across the country. Joining Arsenal America, gets you a member pack containing uniquely designed Arsenal-themed items. Membership affords you benefits like unique discountsContinue reading “Branching out”
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