Tag: Cardiff City

Runar Alex Runarsson via FC Copenhagen

Club confirms signing of Arsenal flop

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson joins FC Copenhagen on a free transfer, set to become the club's second-choice keeper until 2027.
Arsenal's Icelandic goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson comes on after Arsenal's German goalkeeper Bernd Leno leaves the field on being red carded during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on February 2, 2021. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal goalkeeper departs club by mutual consent

Runarsson released! Icelandic keeper departs Arsenal by mutual consent after short, loan-filled spell
Arsenal's Icelandic goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson during the English League Cup quarter final football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium, in London on December 22, 2020. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP)

Forgotten Arsenal goalkeeper to sign for FC Copenhagen

Arsenal goalkeeper Runarsson set for Danish return with FC Copenhagen
Arsenal's Icelandic goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson comes on after Arsenal's German goalkeeper Bernd Leno leaves the field on being red carded during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on February 2, 2021. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal loan to be cut short and Arsenal contract terminated

Despite denials, Arsenal's Icelandic goalkeeper, Runar Alex Runarsson, is reportedly set for an early return from his loan spell at Cardiff City
Alex Runarsson reacts during a soccer match between OHL Oud-Heverlee-Leuven and KRC Racing Genk, Wednesday 09 February 2022. (Photo by JASPER JACOBS/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)

Criticised Arsenal 28yo responds with strong loan display

Runar Alex Runarsson responded to some of his recent critics with a clean sheet for Cardiff City against Millwall on Saturday.
Runar Alex Runarsson with Iceland (Photo via Runarsson on Instagram)

Arsenal 28yo criticised after breaking back into starting lineup on loan

Arsenal loanee Runar Alex Runarsson broke back into the Cardiff City team at the weekend, but he faced criticism despite their victory.
VALENCIA, SPAIN: Kieran Tierney of Real Sociedad reacts during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Valencia CF and Real Sociedad at Estadio Mestalla on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)

6 Arsenal loanees feature amid many injury absentees

Just six of Arsenal's loanees played across 13 matches on Saturday, as injuries continue to cause problems for the group.
Real Sociedad's Scottish defender #17 Kieran Tierney fights for the ball with Athletic Bilbao's Spanish midfielder #21 Ander Herrera during the Spanish Liga football match between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club Bilbao at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on September 30, 2023. (Photo by CESAR MANSO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s loanees hit by injury crisis

Arsenal's batch of senior loanees have faced an injury crisis in the early weeks of the season, and only one of the six is getting regular starts.
CARDIFF, WALES - SEPTEMBER 16: Aaron Ramsey of Cardiff City applauds the fans as he celebrates victory after defeating Swansea City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Cardiff City and Swansea City at Cardiff City Stadium on September 16, 2023 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Ryan Hiscott/Getty Images)

Aaron Ramsey cheering Arsenal in Premier League as he aims to guide Cardiff back

Aaron Ramsey's return to Cardiff City melds his playing passion with managerial aspirations, drawing inspiration from former teammate, Mikel Arteta.
He goes very fast, it seems, and even a little too fast according to those who have had the chance to see him play for more than a few minutes. A technical profile in line with his accelerated start to his career. Or rather offbeat. If Marquinhos (20 years old) is today on loan at Nantes, he recognizes it, it is because it was an opportunity. “A very good club, ambitious, which was looking to grow after a bad season. My goal is to succeed at Arsenal, with my agents and the club's managers, we saw that the best for me, for my adaptation to Europe, was to continue for another year elsewhere, to have more game time. " “Ligue 1 is more physical than the Premier League and, like Arsenal, Nantes likes to have the ball” MARQUINHOS Another way of saying he left too soon for too big a club. A year ago, Arsenal took advantage of a loophole in the Pelé law to recruit a player for 3 million euros who would have cost them three or four times more if he had been protected by a long contract. An opportunistic purchase for the club which led to a blank season for the right winger, dumped too quickly into the European jungle. “At first it was a bit difficult because of the language. I had English lessons in Brazil, but it is totally different from having to speak, express yourself on a daily basis. Everything was new to me. The three Brazilians who were there helped me a lot (Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli). » His six-month loan to Norwich, in the Championship, was a success. After a fiery first match against Cardiff (one goal, one assist), his statistics no longer changed (in 11 appearances). His explosive profile must serve in a team that sometimes lacks depth, as does his ability to play as a second striker, the position he occupied in his professional debut. “I also think that Ligue 1 is more physical than the Premier League and that, like Arsenal, Nantes likes to have the ball. » He has a clear vision of his strong points, “speed and finishing” and has imported, to Nantes, the framework which reassures him. “I live with my mother and my two older brothers (26 and 22 years old), the house is always full,” he smiles. The youngest (15 years old) stayed in Brazil with his father, who chaperones the second apprentice footballer in the family. Before signing, he was reassured about the family dimension of the club by Andrei Girotto. Like Adson, he spends a lot of his free time playing video games and quotes Neymar when an idol is mentioned. “He left an indelible mark by becoming the top scorer for the Seleçao,” he argues. People experience football so intensely that very often they don't understand what we do off the field. We should just thank him for everything he has done for football and for what he continues to do with the Brazilian selection.

“At first it was a bit difficult” Marquinhos on his Arsenal ambition

Marquinhos discusses his football journey, from Arsenal to Nantes, his Arsenal ambition, the support from Brazilian teammates, and his admiration for Neymar
Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson makes a save for Cardiff City (Photo via Cardiff City on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee makes winning start with debut cup victory

Runar Alex Runarsson made a successful debut for Cardiff City on Tuesday night, helping them through to the next round of the League Cup.
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Luke Freeman of Luton Town keeps ball possession from Josh Brownhill of Burnley FC during the Sky Bet Championship match between Burnley and Luton Town at Turf Moor on August 06, 2022 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images)

Ex-Arsenal man’s contract cancelled by Premier League side

Former Arsenal midfielder Luke Freeman has been released by Luton Town. Once a promising prospect, Freeman's career path offers lessons in football dynamics.
Arsenal's Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey holds the FA Cup trophy as Arsenal players celebrate their victory over Chelsea on the pitch after the English FA Cup final football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley stadium in London on May 27, 2017. Aaron Ramsey scored a 79th-minute header to earn Arsenal a stunning 2-1 win over Double-chasing Chelsea on Saturday and deliver embattled manager Arsene Wenger a record seventh FA Cup. / AFP PHOTO / Ian KINGTON / NOT FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING USE / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE (Photo credit should read IAN KINGTON/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal fan favourite inspired by Arteta to do coaching badges

Former Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey reveals plans to pursue coaching badges, expressing admiration for Mikel Arteta's management style.
Arsenal's Icelandic goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson comes on after Arsenal's German goalkeeper Bernd Leno leaves the field on being red carded during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on February 2, 2021. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal confirm deal for ‘really excited’ 28yo

Arsenal have officially announced that goalkeeper Alex Runarsson will be heading to Championship side Cardiff City for the 2023/2024 season on loan.
LUTON, ENGLAND: Runar Alex Runarsson and Mo Elneny of Arsenal board the team flight to Germany at Luton Airport on July 09, 2023. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal agree deal for 28yo with Cardiff City

Arsenal have agreed a deal to send Runar Alex Runarsson on loan to Cardiff City on a season-long loan, according to a report.
Aaron Ramsey after signing for Cardiff City (Photo via Cardiff City)

Aaron Ramsey explains snubbing Saudi riches for Cardiff return

Aaron Ramsey discusses his decision to return to Cardiff, expressing his priorities and reflecting on Saudi Arabia's growing influence in football.
Aaron Ramsey after signing for Cardiff City (Photo via Cardiff City)

Championship club announce signing of Arsenal fan favourite

Former Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey completed his transfer to Cardiff City on Saturday, after leaving Ligue 1 side OGC Nice.
Nice's Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L 1 football match between Toulouse FC and OGC Nice at Stadium TFC, in Toulouse, southwestern France on August 7, 2022. (Photo by Lionel BONAVENTURE / AFP) (Photo by LIONEL BONAVENTURE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal fan favourite completes medical to join Championship club

Aaron Ramsey has completed a medical with Cardiff City ahead of a return to the Championship club, pending confirmation of his release by OGC Nice.
Auston Trusty after signing for Birmingham City (Photo via bcfc.com)

Planned Arsenal loan fell apart over new FIFA ruling

Though Auston Trusty completed a loan move to Birmingham City on Friday, the Arsenal defender almost joined Cardiff City first.
CARDIFF, WALES - JUNE 05: Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale of Wales celebrate after their sides victory during the FIFA World Cup Qualifier between Wales and Ukraine at Cardiff City Stadium on June 05, 2022 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

Cardiff City to offer Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale Wales opportunity

Cardiff City are set to offer both Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale a chance to play in Wales with both players looking for a new home.
STOKE ON TRENT, ENGLAND: Cardiff City's Mark McGuinness, Rubin Colwill and Curtis Nelson celebrate after teammate Kieffer Moore scores his sides third goal to make the score 3-3 during the Sky Bet Championship match between Stoke City and Cardiff City at Bet365 Stadium on October 30, 2021. (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images)

Former Gunner says it was a no-brainer to leave Arsenal

Mark McGuinness says it was a 'no-brainer' leaving Arsenal in the end, as he didn't want to go back to playing youth football.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Mark McGuinness of Arsenal looks on during the Fourth Round FA Youth Cup match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Meadow Park on January 17, 2019 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Official: Mark McGuinness joins Cardiff City on permanent deal

Mark McGuinness has signed for Cardiff City on a permanent deal, becoming the third player to leave Arsenal today.
PRESTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Jordi Osei-Tutu of Cardiff City receives medical treatment during the Sky Bet Championship match between Preston North End and Cardiff City at Deepdale on October 18, 2020. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

4th injury sees Jordi Osei-Tutu return to Arsenal

Jordi Osei-Tutu is back with Arsenal early after suffering yet another injury during his loan spell with Championship club Cardiff City.
PRESTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Jordi Osei-Tutu challenges Sean Maguire of Preston North End during the Sky Bet Championship match between Preston North End and Cardiff City at Deepdale on October 18, 2020. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Jordi Osei-Tutu returns to Cardiff – closing in on injury comeback

Jordi Osei-Tutu has entered the final stages of his recovery from a hamstring injury, returning to Cardiff as he prepares to rejoin training.
PRESTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Jordi Osei-Tutu of Cardiff City receives medical treatment during the Sky Bet Championship match between Preston North End and Cardiff City at Deepdale on October 18, 2020. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Return date set for Arsenal 22yo after 4-month absence

Arsenal loanee Jordi Osei-Tutu is targeting a March comeback from injury, according to Cardiff City boss Mick McCarthy.
PRESTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Jordi Osei-Tutu of Cardiff City receives medical treatment during the Sky Bet Championship match between Preston North End and Cardiff City at Deepdale on October 18, 2020. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanee hobbles off for the 2nd game in a row

Jordi Osei-Tutu hobbled off the pitch for the second game in a row, in a sign Cardiff City may have brought him back into the fray too soon.
Jordi Osei-Tutu with VfL Bochum (Photo via Osei-Tutu on Instagram)

Just what Cardiff City need: Jordi Osei-Tutu joins on loan

Jordi Osei-Tutu held a medical with Cardiff City on Tuesday morning ahead of a loan transfer to the Welsh club this summer.
Arsene Wenger and Cohen Bramall

Cardiff City consider move for ‘crucial’ Cohen Bramall

Cardiff City are reportedly interested in signing former Arsenal defender Cohen Bramall.
Arsenal's Spanish head coach Unai Emery gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Cheslea at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 19, 2019. (Photo by Ian KINGTON / IKIMAGES / AFP)

Unai Emery to make 5 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Cardiff City

Arsenal are looking to bounce back from their FA Cup exit against Manchester United with victory over Cardiff City in the Premier League on Tuesday.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 163: Winning away in Wales (just)

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita talk through the ups, downs, howitzers and howlers of our conquering of...
CARDIFF, WALES - SEPTEMBER 02: Petr Cech of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Cardiff City and Arsenal FC at Cardiff City Stadium on September 2, 2018 in Cardiff, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Emery: ‘It’s very important for me to continue doing this’

If you can’t teach an old dog new tricks then Unai Emery must be considering if it’s time to put Bernd Leno into the Arsenal goal as Petr Cech continues to struggle with the ball at his feet.
Huddersfield Town v Cardiff City - Premier League

Warnock admits Cardiff’s League Cup humiliation opened his eyes ahead of Arsenal clash

Neil Warnock has admitted his Cardiff City side failed to answer any questions in their League Cup defeat to Norwich City on Tuesday, and says the match cleared up any uncertainty about team selection for Sunday's Arsenal clash.

Özil to return to training ahead of Cardiff City clash

Mesut Özil is returning to training this week ahead of Arsenal's match against Cardiff City, after missing Saturday's derby match against West Ham United with illness.
Chuba Akpom

Why loan spell could benefit Akpom amid Championship interest

According to a recent report in the Times, three Championship sides are all interested in signing Chuba Akpom on loan until the end of the current campaign.

Chamakh defends ‘ugly duckling’ Nasri – “He’d be blamed for everything”

Marouane Chamakh seems to have found his voice after signing for Cardiff City and has been talking about just about every topic under the sun.

Chamakh joins Cardiff, slams disrespectful Wenger

In case you're unaware, former Arsenal striker, Marouane Chamakh, signed for Cardiff recently and has since gone about slamming Arsene Wenger for being disrespectful.

Warnock targets Chamakh

Neil Warnock is hoping to complete the signing of Marouane Chamakh, along with two other players, before Cardiff City’s next game against Bristol City on 14 October.

Young Arsenal defender joins Cardiff

by Lee Hurley Semi Ajayi has joined Cardiff City after two years with the Gunners. Arriving on a free transfer in 2013, the product of Charlton's...