North London foreverWhatever the weatherThese streets are our own Another North London Derby this weekend, and another opportunity for Arsenal to assert dominance over their less fortunate London neighbors. Unfortunately, they have to do it without Gabriel Magalhães, who picked up an injury during a meaningless &%#$@! friendly last weekend. Just once this season, I’dContinue reading “Whatever the weather”
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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?”
To the Viktor…
Fresh off a resounding Champions League victory, the Gunners now face a formidable Crystal Palace side at home. Hopefully trouncing Atlético Madrid, 4-0 will provide a bit of momentum. Viktor Gyökeres nabbing two of the goals Wednesday night certainly gives hope that he’s finding his feet. He’s been working his ass off, so it’s niceContinue reading “To the Viktor…”
Bursting bubbles
Midweek Champions League match against Olympiakos, done and dusted. A bit labored at times, but the Greek side are no slouches and Arsenal eventually wore them down. Full highlights here. Last weekend’s dramatic late win against Newcastle was a joy to behold. I must have watched Big Gabi’s stoppage time goal, a dozen times orContinue reading “Bursting bubbles”
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”
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!”
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