Collymore’s Ozil dig, Big Game Giroud + did he learn that from Bendtner?

A discussion of Arsenal against Ludoogorets, Sunderland, Mesut Ozil and Olivier Giroud

10 managers who could replace Arsene Wenger

Arsene Wenger isn't going anywhere this summer but if here were, there are plenty of options out there to replace him.
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: Leah Williamson and Kim Little of Arsenal look dejected following the FA Women's Continental League Cup Final between Arsenal and Manchester City Women at Bramall Lane on February 23, 2019 in Sheffield, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s road to the title is full of obstacles but we shall overcome them

The penalty shoot-out to defeat to Manchester City on Saturday means the only remaining target for Arsenal's Women is the League title.

Mourinho, Wenger, and what it means to defeat a villain

Thanks to a smart Olivier Giroud header, a #throwback bit of goalkeeping from Lukasz Fabianski and a pinpoint finish from Joel 'Get out while...

Top 10 Arsenal goals this season

You may or may not know (of course you know) that Alexis Sanchez slotted home Arsenal’s 100th goal this season in all competitions. With this...

Do fans take football too seriously?

The loss against Chelsea on Sunday hit me hard. Over the years, I've managed to be able to put bad results behind me pretty quickly....
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Episode 89: Ivan, show us yer legs – Manchester City, video referees + squad...

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Anita and Sylvain to talk City dissatisfaction, video refs and...
Arsenal's English midfielder Reiss Nelson (C) celebrates after scoring his team third goal of the team during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 4, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Believe in Arteta, believe in Arsenal

I don't suppose we Arsenal fans are, by any means, the only set of fans who feel like our team have been put on this planet for the sole purpose of being extremely hazardous for our health. However, it is our team, our beloved, brilliant team who have scored three last minute winners in the last six weeks.
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Have Arsenal behaved disgracefully over Welbeck’s injury?

Something only we know. Paul will probably murder me for not only knowing, but quoting and bastardising a lyric from a song by Keane. Or,...

Mo Marley exclusive & FIFA u20 World Cup draw examined as England get tough...

The women's u20 World Cup draw took place in Rennes, France on Thursday and our resident expert was there for it.

Why Arsenal’s so-called lack of leadership doesn’t matter

Arsenal have no leaders and are too soft. That was the line trotted out after the defeat to Watford last Saturday.
Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League - Emirates Stadium Tottenham Hotspur s Harry Kane appears dejected during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium, London. Picture date: Sunday September 26, 2021.Copyright: Nick Potts

Episode 307: Tottenham Get Battered as Arteta’s vision comes into focus

Matthew is joined by Helen and Paul to bask in the afterglow of putting our noisy neighbours, Tottenham Hotspur, back in their box, while also enjoying the first signs of Arteta-ball emerging.

From match conductor to game winner – The evolution of Mesut Ozil

Mesut Ozil used to help others win games, now he's winning them by himself.

Is Gibbs fit to replace Monreal when he leaves?

Boy, time sure does fly, huh? Did you know that Kieran Gibbs is turning 26 this week? 26! It seems like yesterday when Arsenal fans...
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 02: Alexis Sanchez of Manchester United reacts with an injury during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Southampton FC at Old Trafford on March 02, 2019 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Alexis Sanchez became nothing but a Premier League footnote by joining Manchester United

Alexis Sanchez was a player who rarely got injured. Then he encountered Jose Mourinho and his body started to fall apart. That’s a nice story, and there could well be truth to it given how emotions play a part in physical health, but, mostly, Alexis’s issues were all too easy to predict.

20 years – an Arsene Wenger French Arsenal XI

Arsene Wenger has been able to tap in his knowledge of the French market to sign many of his compatriots.
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Tactics: Arsenal pay price for loss of control

‘Control’ in a footballing context is an almost subjective word that means different things to different people. Whatever it is, Arsenal lacked it against West Brom

20-minute read: What the world cup tells us about Arsenal’s summer transfer business

So, as everyone really knew, but many pretended they didn't, football wasn’t 'coming home' (as if!).
Arsenal's Danish striker Nicklas Bendtner (L) celebrates scoring the second goal with Moroccan striker Marouane Chamakh (R) during their FA Cup fifth round replay football match against Leyton Orient at the Emirates Stadium, London, England, on March 2, 2011. AFP PHOTO/ GLYN KIRK

Arsenal Banter XI of the Decade

It’s the end of another decade and what better way to finish up what has been mostly 10 years of pain for Arsenal fans by looking back at some of the worst players to pull on the famous red and white during that time?
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Episode 47: The Euro Distraction

Matthew and Sylvain talk France, fights and flare-guns.
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Episode 133: The future is now

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Anita & special guest Tim from @7amkickoff to talk about transfer...

Arsenal’s goal of the season – voted for by you

During Arsenal's 2015/16 season, we scored 90 goals in all competitions (91 if you include the Community Shield) but which was our best one? We put it to you.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 11: Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny attends a press conference at the Museum Of Contemporary Arts on July 11, 2017 in Sydney, New South Wales. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Unknown to international: Why Laurent Koscielny has Wenger to thank for his France career

This week, Laurent Koscielny announced his retirement from international football.
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Episode 44: Another one bites the dust

Matt is joined by Paul, Helen, Anita and Sylvain to disagree on the best and worst of the season.

Five things we learned from Arsenal’s smashing win over Chelsea

It was a morale-boosting victory over our fierce west London rivals Chelsea on Saturday evening, but what did we learn from the match?

Why Arsenal and Mesut Ozil’s form is all about one thing – trust

So, after losing 4-3 at home to Liverpool, did anyone predict that by the middle of October, Arsenal would have won nine games out of the next ten, and that Mesut Özil would have SIX times as many goals as he has assists in the Premier League and Champions League this season?

The numbers behind Ozil’s excellent showing against Chelsea

Mesut Ozil continued his run of good form with a another fine display against Chelsea. The German was a stand-out performer in the 2-2 draw...

Four things we learned from Arsenal vs Manchester United

Arsenal lost 3-1 against Manchester United on Saturday, as the Gunners failed to take advantage of an opportunity to solidify a top-four place.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 18: Marquinhos #27 of Arsenal FC looks on during the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 18, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Arsenal agree 50% sell-on clause for 20yo winger

Arsenal have managed to secure a huge sell-on clause in Marquinhos' contract with Fluminense, should the winger make his loan move permanent.

Coquelin pairs tenacity and timing to dominate United

Francis Coquelin continued his meteoric rise with another tenacious display against Manchester United.

Why Arsenal needed Unai Emery to fail

Unai Emery’s reputation among Arsenal fans hasn’t exactly been enhanced since he left the club but let's take a look back at why it might not have been a bad thing that he failed at Arsenal.
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Arsene Wenger Emirates era: Success or failure?

In 2004, Roman Abramovich, who had recently become the owner of Chelsea Football Club, started putting together the pieces necessary for the rise of the club as a superpower.

Money for nothing: Another casualty after latest FA reform

Sheffield FC Ladies have withdrawn from the newly named FA Women's Championship citing 'money' as the main reason behind their decision.

Tactics: Explaining went wrong for Arsenal against West Brom

‘Control’ in a footballing context is an almost subjective word that means different things to different people. Someone who didn’t watch Saturday’s match at The...

Čech has now faced 12 penalties for Arsenal without a save

Petr Čech has still failed to save a single penalty with Arsenal, conceding yet another spot-kick to Watford at the weekend to take his tally to 12.
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Episode 141: Down with the Baggies

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita enjoy watching Arsenal help Stoke towards relegation despite being rubbish for 65...
Helen Trantum column

Hector Bellerin: A boy who can do anything

Stephen Bradley wrote a fascinating column yesterday.

Szczesny has decision to make about Arsenal future

Wojciech Szczesny wants to be a top class, number one keeper, at a leading club. He hoped that club would be Arsenal. I hoped that club...

Long read: Why Aaron Ramsey is such a divisive figure amongst Arsenal fans

It's almost impossible to discuss Aaron Ramsey without it turning into a blazing argument. Why is that?

Granit Xhaka injury could open Maitland-Niles midfield door but won’t

Ainsley Maitland-Niles needs a chance in midfield, but may be needed at full back more on Sunday.