The recent incident between Porto coach Sergio Conceicao and Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta during a Champions League match left many shocked. Conceicao accused Arteta of insulting his family, claiming that Arteta used Spanish to do so. However, sources at Arsenal have strongly denied these accusations. This clash added fuel to the already fiery contest that ended
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Arsenal’s journey in the UEFA Champions League has often been marked by disappointment and underachievement. Despite being a 13-time English champion, Arsenal has never managed to secure Europe’s premier competition. The club’s most recent success in the Champions League dates back to 2010 when they won a knock-out tie with a memorable Nicklas Bendtner hat-trick.
Arsenal’s current hot streak, winning all seven Premier League games in 2024 by a significant margin, has not swayed their summer transfer plans. Despite their impressive form, Mikel Arteta has made it clear that the club is still on track to pursue a new striker. The decision to sign a centre-forward has been in the
In a remarkable display of attacking prowess, Arsenal completely outclassed Sheffield United in a Premier League encounter. The match began with the Gunners seizing control early on, with Martin Ødegaard, Jayden Bogle, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, and Declan Rice all finding the back of the net within the first 45 minutes. The relentless attacking display
Declan Rice’s journey at Arsenal has been nothing short of remarkable. The midfielder’s rapid evolution has surprised many, except for Rice himself. Despite the pressure of his record-breaking transfer from West Ham United, Rice has remained true to himself and continued to play at a high level. His confidence and self-belief, developed during his time
The financial landscape of European club football is a constantly evolving entity that requires a keen eye for detail in order to truly understand the nuances of revenue generation within the sport. UEFA’s recent release of their annual report for 2023 sheds light on the top-earning clubs in terms of replica kit sales, providing a
Arsenal has had an incredible turnaround in 2024, winning all six of their Premier League games and scoring an impressive 25 goals in the process. This resurgence comes after a challenging period over Christmas and New Year, indicating a clear shift in form for the Gunners. Notably, their recent performance includes dominant victories over West
Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, has emphasized the importance of his team mastering the art of being “tricky” and “streetwise” in certain game situations. Following their Champions League first-leg loss to Porto, Arteta highlighted the need for his players to exhibit more cunning on the field. This call for greater savvy comes after statistics
Arsenal’s recent defeat to Porto in the Champions League round-of-16 showcased the importance of experience in high-stakes matches. With only Kai Havertz having previous experience in a Champions League knockout game, the team struggled to maintain composure in critical moments. Declan Rice highlighted the need for “savviness” and pointed out that inexperience played a role
As Arsenal faced off against Porto in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round-of-16, Mikel Arteta’s side put on a lackluster performance that was anything but reminiscent of the dynamic football they are known for. The Gunners failed to register a single shot on target for the first time since January 2022, a