Tag: Jamie Carragher

BURNLEY, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 17: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Arsenal FC at Turf Moor on February 17, 2024 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Carragher names Arsenal player among POTY contenders – but not Saka

Jamie Carragher thinks one of Arsenal's players is in contention for the Player of the Year award this season, but it's not Bukayo Saka.
Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice holds up his fingers as he celebrates scoring the team's fifth goal during the English Premier League football match between Sheffield United and Arsenal at Bramall Lane in Sheffield, northern England on March 4, 2024. (Photo by DARREN STAPLES/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s defence hailed as ‘best in Europe’

The Gunners' recent string of away victories, paired with their formidable defence and potent attack, has pundits and legends alike singing their praises.
LUTON, ENGLAND: Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's fourth goal to make it 4-3 during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal “bargain” signing tipped to lead club to Premier League title

Jamie Carragher believes Declan Rice was a bargain signing for Arsenal, despite the club paying their record fee to bring him in.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal smells some smelling salts during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Arsenal FC at Gtech Community Stadium on November 25, 2023. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arsenal 25yo ‘didn’t have a clue’ Arteta would drop him says father

Nick Ramsdale reveals his son, Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, was unaware of his changed role following David Raya's arrival at Arsenal.
NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - MARCH 17: Sky Sports Presenter, Gary Neville looks on during the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United at City Ground on March 17, 2023 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Ex-ref claims TV pundits instructed to back officials on Arsenal errors

Former referee Keith Hackett has claimed that phone calls were made instructing pundits to quieten down in their criticism of officials, following Arsenal's defeat to Newcastle United.
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Claims of PGMOL media pressure after Arsenal VAR complaint raises questions

Reports of pundits being asked to reduce criticism of referees following Arsenal's contentious defeat to Newcastle ignite a media and football debate.
Arsenal at war with referees Daily Mail Arteta criticism

Daily Mail wage war on Arsenal and Arteta

With claims being made phone calls were made to instruct pundits to tone down their criticism of match officials following Arsenal's recent defeat to Newcastle United, the Daily Mail's media machine has kicked into gear
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 12: England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale (l) and Jordan Pickford share a joke after the 150th Anniversary Heritage Match between Scotland and England at Hampden Park on September 12, 2023 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Unexpected pundit leaps to Arsenal man’s defence after ridiculous criticism

The debate over Arsenal's starting goalkeeper intensifies as Richard Keys enters the fray, defending Aaron Ramsdale against criticism from Jamie Carragher after the 2-2 draw with Tottenham.
Arsenal's English goalkeeper #01 Aaron Ramsdale (2R) and Arsenal's Spanish goalkeeper #22 David Raya (R) attend a team training session at Arsenal's training ground in north London on September 19, 2023, ahead of their UEFA Champions League Group B football match against PSV Eindhoven. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Aaron Ramsdale’s dad hits out at Jamie Carragher

Aaron Ramsdale's father has hit out at Jamie Carragher following the pundit's latest round of comments putting down the goalkeeper.
BIRMINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM: Birmingham's Jermaine Pennant looks pleased after his team beat Arsenal 2-1 during their Premiership match at home to Birmingham, 15 May 2005. AFP PHOTO/ CARL DE SOUZA. No telcos, website uses subject to subscription of a licence with FAPL on www.faplweb.com (Photo credit should read CARL DE SOUZA/AFP via Getty Images)

Drunk on Arsenal debut: The rise and fall of Jermaine Pennant

The rise and fall of Jermaine Pennant, a tale of unfulfilled potential, off-field issues, and a squandered talent in the world of football.
Declan Rice Arsenal transfer -Arsenal transfers - West Ham's Declan Rice reacts after a draw in the UEFA Europa Conference League first-leg quarter final football match between Belgian KAA Gent and West Ham United FC at the Ghelamco Arena in Ghent on April 13, 2023. (Photo by TOM GOYVAERTS/Belga/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s pursuit of Declan Rice gathers momentum

Arsenal's pursuit of West Ham midfielder Declan Rice gains momentum, with Jamie Carragher suggesting the interest is more than just rumours.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - APRIL 09: Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool confronts Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Arsenal FC at Anfield on April 09, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Ian Wright defends Granit Xhaka after Liverpool draw

Arsenal legend Ian Wright defends Granit Xhaka, dismissing claims that his altercation with Alexander-Arnold led to the Gunners' draw at Liverpool.
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Jamie Carragher argues Arsenal man should start for England

Jamie Carragher believes Bukayo Saka has to be in the England starting lineup at right-wing at the World Cup.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Antonio Conte, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Spurs boss’ biggest problem is Arsenal says pundit

Jamie Carragher believes Antonio Conte's primary issue with Tottenham Hotspur at the moment is the success of local rivals Arsenal.
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“He’s Saliba” Arteta responds to Virgil van Dijk comparison

Mikel Arteta has responded to claims that William Saliba is a player 'in the mould' of Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk ahead of the two sides meeting on Sunday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 11: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal celebrates after their side's third goal, scored by Gabriel Magalhaes (Not pictured) during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Southampton at Emirates Stadium on December 11, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images)

“The biggest surprise” Aaron Ramsdale named signing of the season by Jamie Carragher

Jamie Carragher has hailed Aaron Ramsdale as the signing of the season so far and I doubt you will find any Arsenal fans who disagree.
LONDON, ENGLAND : Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Crystal Palace at Emirates Stadium on October 18, 2021. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Carragher argues Arsenal have the foundations to build on

Jamie Carragher believes Mikel Arteta's young Arsenal side will need to accept some poor results as part of their learning process.
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher attends a press conference with Liverpool's English captain and midfielder Steven Gerrard (not pictured) at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on March 12, 2015 ahead of an All-Star charity match at the stadium on March 29. Picture: PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images

Jamie Carragher admits he was wrong about Mikel Arteta

Jamie Carragher has used his column in Saturday's Daily Telegraph to admit he was wrong about Mikel Arteta when the Arsenal head coach was...
Arsenal's German midfielder Mesut Ozil (L) passes Arsenal's Spanish head coach Unai Emery as he leaves the pitch after being substituted off during the English League Cup fourth round football match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on October 30, 2019. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)

Jamie Carragher: Mesut Özil should be in Arsenal’s first-choice team

Jamie Carragher was impressed with Mesut Özil against Liverpool on Wednesday, and he insists the midfielder should be in Arsenal's first-choice team.

Carragher: Emery is no Wenger upgrade

Jamie Caragher has laid into Unai Emery claiming he is 'no Wenger upgrade'.

Gary Neville tears into Jamie Carragher over Unai Emery

If you didn’t tune in for the build-up to Liverpool’s game at Crystal Palace then you missed what could be one of the highlights of the football-on-tv calendar.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Jamie Carragher ‘worried’ about Unai Emery’s Arsenal already

When a manager takes over at a new club, they usually get time to produce results, so it’s something of a surprise to see Jamie Carragher, restored to his role as top pundit after spitting on a fan who teased him, piling on the pressure after just 90 minutes of football.

Are Sky right to give Jamie Carragher 2nd chance after spitting incident?

Jamie Carragher will return to Sky Sports for the new season after serving a suspension for spitting in the direction of a 14-year-old girl and her father who had been goading him after Liverpool lost.

‘Cowards’ who are ‘getting worse’: Pundit destroys Arsenal and it’s hard to disagree

Jamie Carragher feels Arsenal have gotten worse since last season, and that finishing in the top four is impossible for them.

Carragher knows why Man City withdrew interest in Alexis

Jamie Carragher believes Manchester City pulled out of a deal for Alexis Sanchez because the player himself hesitated.

Carragher disagrees with Walcott’s England call-up at 17

Jamie Carragher disagrees with Sven-Göran Eriksson's decision to call up Theo Walcott for the 2006 World Cup when the forward was just 17.

How much is Alexis worth to Man City and Man Utd?

Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher discussed the value of Alexis Sanchez ahead of the Chilean's potential departure from Arsenal.
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher attends a press conference with Liverpool's English captain and midfielder Steven Gerrard (not pictured) at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on March 12, 2015 ahead of an All-Star charity match at the stadium on March 29. Picture: PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images

Carragher: Mustafi isn’t good enough for Arsenal

Jamie Carragher doesn't think Shkodran Mustafi is good enough for Arsenal, and says the German should've helped the young defenders around him more against Chelsea.

Carragher: Arsenal’s front three better than Man City’s

Jamie Carragher believes Arsenal's frontline is better than Manchester City's, but is constantly let down by poor defending.

Carragher: Arsenal are a bigger club but will finish below Tottenham

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher is convinced that Tottenham will finish above Arsenal again this season but has shot down claims that there's been a 'power shift' in north London.
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher attends a press conference with Liverpool's English captain and midfielder Steven Gerrard (not pictured) at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on March 12, 2015 ahead of an All-Star charity match at the stadium on March 29. Picture: PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images

Carragher: We’d slaughter Özil for a performance like Alli’s on Saturday

Jamie Carragher thinks Dele Alli has escaped the type of criticism Mesut Özil would have received if he'd put in the same kind of performance in Saturday's North London derby.
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher attends a press conference with Liverpool's English captain and midfielder Steven Gerrard (not pictured) at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on March 12, 2015 ahead of an All-Star charity match at the stadium on March 29. Picture: PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images

Carragher picks on Kolasinac for unforgivable error

Sead Kolasinac's missed tackle in the build-up to Manchester City's opening goal proved costly in Arsenal's 3-1 defeat on Sunday.

Carragher: Čech is no longer a great goalkeeper

Jamie Carragher thinks Petr Čech is no longer a great goalkeeper, and says the Arsenal veteran should have done better against Manchester City on Sunday.

Carragher: Giroud would have been ideal for Everton

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher reckons that Olivier Giroud would have been an ideal signing for Everton as he's one of the most underrated players in the Premier League.

Carragher: Top-four is an achievement for Arsenal

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher reckons that just finishing in the top four would be an achievement this season.

Carragher: Ramsey should start every week

Arsenal should start Welsh box-to-box midfielder Aaron Ramsey in the team every week, according to Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher, after his fine performance against West Brom on Monday.
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher attends a press conference with Liverpool's English captain and midfielder Steven Gerrard (not pictured) at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on March 12, 2015 ahead of an All-Star charity match at the stadium on March 29. Picture: PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images

Carragher: Ramsey would be best in the Lampard role

Jamie Carragher thinks that Aaron Ramsey is one of Arsenal's best players, but believes he would be better utilised in a three-man midfield, playing in a similar role to Frank Lampard when he was at Chelsea.

Carragher: West Brom should have been awarded a penalty

Jamie Carragher believes that West Brom should have been awarded a penalty against Arsenal in Monday night's Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium.

Carragher: Arsenal delivered a disciplined away performance without Alexis and Ozil

Jamie Carragher believes that Arsenal defended better against Chelsea without Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil in the team. 
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Arsenal needed centre-back to win title says Jamie Carragher

Title winners need a strong defensive unit, and that's exactly what Arsenal don't have, claims Jamie Carragher.