Tag: RC Lens

Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka (L) and Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta gesture during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brighton and Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 17, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal complain to PGMOL over Saka treatment

Arsenal raise concerns over the treatment of Bukayo Saka in Premier League, highlighting refereeing and player protection issues.
SEVILLE, SPAIN - OCTOBER 24: Takehiro Tomiyasu of Arsenal FC looks on during the UEFA Champions League match between Sevilla FC and Arsenal FC at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on October 24, 2023 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Arsenal star has ‘glass heart’ says Liverpool man

Wataru Endo describes Arsenal's Takehiro Tomiyasu as having a 'glass heart', reflecting on his overthinking nature and recent improvements.
Lens' French forward #09 Elye Wahi celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League Group B first leg football match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at the Bollaert Stadium in Lens, northern France, on October 3, 2023. (Photo by DENIS CHARLET / AFP) (Photo by DENIS CHARLET/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal look to clinch round of 16 spot v Lens

In a decisive Champions League fixture, Arsenal aim to secure progression against Lens at the Emirates.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal celebrates with Fabio Vieira following the team's victory in the penalty shoot out during The FA Community Shield match between Manchester City against Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 06, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

1 back, 4 out: Arsenal team news for RC Lens clash

Arsenal are set to welcome two players back into the fold when they take on RC Lens on Wednesday night, but three more will remain absent.
SEVILLE, SPAIN - OCTOBER 24: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal looks on during the UEFA Champions League match between Sevilla FC and Arsenal FC at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on October 24, 2023 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Gabriel Jesus injury update

Gabriel Jesus faces a scan for a hamstring injury following Arsenal's Champions League win over Sevilla. The forward remains optimistic about a quick recovery.
Arsenal's Spanish coach Mikel Arteta holds a press conference at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan stadium in Seville on October 23, 2023, on the eve of the UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 Group B football match between Sevilla FC and Arsenal. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta on David Raya and Bukayo Saka ahead of Sevilla v Arsenal

Mikel Arteta covers a range of topics from squad selection to Bukayo Saka's leadership role, and lessons from past matches in a pre-match press conference ahead of Arsenal's game against Sevilla.
Sevilla's Argentinian forward Erik Lamela holds a press conference at the Jose Ramon Cisneros Palacios sports city in Seville on October 23, 2023, on the eve of the UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 Group B football match between Sevilla FC and Arsenal. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP via Getty Images)

Sevilla man ‘loves’ Tottenham, adds motivation v Arsenal

Former Tottenham player Erik Lamela discusses his special motivation ahead of Sevilla's Champions League match against Arsenal as both teams seek a pivotal win.
Alexei Rojas Fedorushchenko with the Colombia u20s (Photo via Rojas on Twitter)

“I hope to sign my contract as a professional with Arsenal” says 18yo Colombian

Alexei Rojas, Arsenal's promising young goalkeeper, shares details about training with the first team, guidance from Mikel Arteta, and future aspirations.
Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka (L) and Arsenal's Belgian midfielder #19 Leandro Trossard warm up prior to the UEFA Champions League Group B first leg football match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at the Bollaert Stadium in Lens, northern France, on October 3, 2023. (Photo by SAMEER AL-DOUMY/AFP via Getty Images)

3 Arsenal players told to step up in Saka’s absence

Thierry Henry urges Arsenal players Eddie Nketiah, Trossard and Kai Havertz to step up in the likely absence of Bukayo Saka for the upcoming match against Manchester City.
Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka (L) and Arsenal's Belgian midfielder #19 Leandro Trossard warm up prior to the UEFA Champions League Group B first leg football match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at the Bollaert Stadium in Lens, northern France, on October 3, 2023. (Photo by SAMEER AL-DOUMY/AFP via Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka injury update after Lens substitution

Concerns arise over Bukayo Saka's fitness following his early substitution during Arsenal's defeat against RC Lens. What could this mean for Arsenal's upcoming matches and how will it impact squad depth and tactics?
LENS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 03: Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta reacts during the UEFA Champions League match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on October 03, 2023 in Lens, France. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

What they said: Managers and players react to Arsenal’s defeat at Lens

Key figures weigh in on Arsenal's disappointing 2-1 defeat to RC Lens in the Champions League. Arteta, Haise, Saliba, Nasri, Danso and Odegaard share their post-match thoughts.
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Arsenal U21 manager Mehmet Ali looks on during the Papa John's Trophy match between Northampton Town and Arsenal U21 at Sixfields on October 18, 2022. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Sagoe Jr reacts as Arsenal u19s lose to Lens

Arsenal under-19s suffered a 1-0 defeat against Racing Club Lens in the UEFA Youth League. A penalty by Ayanda Sishuba decided the match, leaving Arsenal still searching for their first point in the group.
Lens' French forward #09 Elye Wahi (R) fights for the ball with Arsenal's Japanese defender #18 Takehiro Tomiyasu during the UEFA Champions League Group B first leg football match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at the Bollaert Stadium in Lens, northern France, on October 3, 2023. (Photo by SAMEER AL-DOUMY/AFP via Getty Images)

“It has to be a goal” Arsenal star rues “lucky” save

Arsenal faced a setback in their Champions League ambitions after a 2-1 defeat to RC Lens. Key player Bukayo Saka exits the match with an apparent hamstring issue.
English former football player Joe Cole shows the paper slip of Arsenal FC during the draw for the 2023/2024 UEFA Champions League football tournament at The Grimaldi Forum in the Principality of Monaco, on August 31, 2023. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Lens to wear special ‘collector’s jersey’ for Champions League clash with Arsenal

Lens prepare for their Champions League match against Arsenal by unveiling a special 'collector's jersey'. The fixture promises to be a significant clash.
Then Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta speaks during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between GNK Dinamo Zagreb and Arsenal FC at Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb on September 15, 2015. (Photo by ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

5 hour delay for Arsenal sees Arteta taking questions by phone

Arsenal face a series of challenges as they prepare for their Champions League match against Lens, including a five-hour travel delay and last-minute changes to their pre-match plans.
Then Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta speaks during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between GNK Dinamo Zagreb and Arsenal FC at Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb on September 15, 2015. (Photo by ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal prepare for ‘huge battle’ against Lens in Champions League encounter

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta talks about taking on Lens in France, with key players like Thomas Partey and Bukayo Saka rejoining the squad.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Martin Odegaard after scoring the team's first goal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Arteta confirms ‘pretty bad knock’ for unprotected Saka

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms Bukayo Saka's "pretty bad knock" during a 4-0 win over Bournemouth, raising questions about the team's injury resilience as they prepare for Champions League action.
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - MARCH 09: UEFA Champions League Trophy is displayed during the UEFA Champions League Trophy Tour presented by Heineken on March 09, 2018 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)

Arsenal confront gruelling fixture list following Champions League announcement

As Arsenal return to Champions League football after a six-year hiatus, a nightmarish fixture schedule awaits them in October. Can Mikel Arteta's team navigate the month successfully?
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - MARCH 09: UEFA Champions League Trophy is displayed during the UEFA Champions League Trophy Tour presented by Heineken on March 09, 2018 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s Champions League match days and times confirmed

Arsenal have announced their UEFA Champions League group stage fixtures, marking a return to Europe's elite competition after a six-year absence. Sporting Director Edu provides insights.
Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Montpellier Herault SC at The Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on May 7, 2023. (Photo by OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE/AFP via Getty Images)

Crystal Palace and West Ham close in on long-linked Arsenal targets

Insight into Julian Draxler's uncertain future at PSG and Elye Wahi's rising profile, as both players are linked with potential moves to Arsenal.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 18: Folarin Balogun #26 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)

Inter Milan withdraw but Monaco prepare new bid for Arsenal forward

Inter Milan have pulled out of the race for Folarin Balogun again, with AS Monaco set to place another bid and RC Lens interested.
Marseille's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi warms up prior to the UEFA Conference League semi-final football match between Feyenoord and Olympique Marseille (OM) at De Kuip stadium in Rotterdam, on April 28, 2022. (Photo by KENZO TRIBOUILLARD/AFP via Getty Images)

Marseille identify Guendouzi replacement

Former Arsenal midfielder, Mattéo Guendouzi, is heading for a Marseille exit and a possible Premier League return, stirring the summer transfer window as his club identify a replacement.
Lens' Belgian forward Lois Openda celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between RC Lens and AS Monaco at Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, northern France on April 22, 2023. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI / AFP) (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal must pay €30m to secure RC Lens star Lois Openda

Arsenal eyeing €30m RC Lens striker Lois Openda, but face competition from Aston Villa and potential Champions League qualification complications.
Lens' Belgian forward Lois Openda celebrates after scoring during the French L1 football match between Stade Rennais and RC Lens at the Roazhon Park Stadium in Rennes, western France, April 1, 2023. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal look at 17-goal striker as Jesus alternative

Arsenal are reportedly looking at Lois Openda as an option to rotate with Gabriel Jesus next season, according to a report.
Lens' Ivorian midfielder Seko Fofana reacts after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between RC Lens and Bordeaux at the Bollaert-Delelis stadium, in Lens, on February 13, 2022. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal join PSG in the race for £26m midfielder

Arsenal have joined Paris Saint-Germain in the race for RC Lens midfielder Seko Fofana this summer, according to a report.
Cheick Oumar Doucoure of Lens - Lens vs Dijon - Ligue 1 Uber Eats - 21/02/2021. Photo: FEP/Panoramic

Arsenal enquire over €15m Lens midfielder Cheick Doucoure

Arsenal have made an enquiry with Lens over 21-year-old midfielder Cheick Doucoure, according to a report from France.
William Saliba celebrates OGC Nice's win against Lens on 23/01/2021. (Photo by Federico Pestellini / Panoramic)

William Saliba praised by French media

William Saliba helped OGC Nice keep the first clean sheet of his loan spell with an encouraging performance on Saturday away to Lens.
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Arsenal deny Reine-Adelaide allegations

Arsenal have denied allegations that they exploited a loophole to sign Jeff Reine-Adelaide from Lens.

OTD Arsenal make UEFA Cup final

On 20 April 2000, Arsenal beat Lens away 2-1, sending themselves through to the UEFA Cup final.
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Friday recap: Arsenal announce new signing, Lacazette update, unsettled Bellerin + more

Since we love a Friday announcement, Arsenal chose today to confirm the signing of Rob Holding. Oh yeah, and we played RC Lens.

Player ratings v Lens: Ox and Campbell shine despite dopey defence

Our first pre-season match is behind us, how did our players do?

Result: Arsenal draw against Lens in pre-season opener

Arsenal drew against Ligue 2 RC Lens in our pre-season opener but there's no need to overreact - we're fine.
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Official teams: RC Lens v Arsenal

Arsenal have traveled to France for the first match of their pre-season to play against Ligue 2 club RC Lens.

Lens announce Arsenal friendly

Arsenal will apparently face Lens in a friendly on 22nd July according to teh French club.

Young star’s dad says he rejected Arsenal

Teenage midfielder Indy Boonen agreed a deal to join Manchester United last February, and his dad has now revealed that Arsenal were snubbed in...

Coach frustrated to lose best players to Arsenal

by Lewis Ambrose As reported by Sylvain Jamet of Daily Cannon back in May, Arsenal have signed youngsters Jeff Reine Adelaide and Yassin Fortune from Racing...