Eye of the beholder

Arsenal squeaked away with a 1-1 draw in the first leg of the Champions League knockout round v Bayer Leverkusen. Kai Havertz (waka, waka) slotted home a penalty against his boyhood club to even things up. But it was tough sledding against a resolute defense and frankly, I’m happy with the draw. None of theContinue reading “Eye of the beholder”

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.”

Mansfield Town v Arsenal

Sat, March 7 • 4:15 am Kickoff • Maggie McGarry’s (21+) Match on inside.Parklet opens at 8:00 am.Maggie’s is 21+, even in the parklet.Non-alcoholic beverages only until 6:00 am.Dogs in parklet only, please.Keep the banter civil and friendly.Outside food is OK.Outside drinks are NOT. Facebook Event Page COYG!

Another Sunday derby

Great time out at Maggie’s last Sunday as Arsenal put Spurs to the sword. Particularly gratifying was a brace of goals from our much maligned striker, Viktor Gyökeres. Sure it was against a poor Tottenham side, but both were well taken stunning strikes. Please sir, can I have some more? Chelsea visit the Emirates Sunday,Continue reading “Another Sunday derby”

20 years leading to this

The Bay Area Gooners was founded in 2006, moving to Maggie McGarry’s later that year. Has a North London Derby in the past 20 years ever meant as much as this weekend’s? Arsenal dropped points in two successive draws and even the most stout-hearted Gooners are feeling the strain. The noise from outside, particularly oppositionContinue reading “20 years leading to this”