Dan Critchlow

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Arsenal fan since a young age, now a season ticket holder who enjoys writing, tweeting and making videos about the Gunners.
Rob Holding with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Holding and Mavropanos to return from injury, full 11 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs...

Arsenal face Nottingham Forest in the League Cup at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night, just two days after beating Aston Villa.
AZ Alkmaar's Dutch forward Myron Boadu (C) celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Europa league group L football match between Partizan Belgrade and AZ Alkmaar on September 19, 2019 at the Partizan stadium in Belgrade. (Photo by Andrej ISAKOVIC / AFP / Getty Images)

AZ Alkmaar’s Myron Boadu admits he almost joined Arsenal after they ‘really impressed’ him

AZ Alkmaar striker Myron Boadu says he probably would've joined Arsenal a few years ago if he hadn't taken the time to think over his options more fully.
MUNICH, GERMANY - JULY 30: Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of Tottenham looks on before the Audi Cup 2019 semi final match between Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur at Allianz Arena on July 30, 2019 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Tottenham Hotspur winning even fewer Premier League away games than Arsenal in 2019

Tottenham Hotspur, not Arsenal, have the worst Premier League away record in 2019 of any team to feature in both the 2018/19 and 2019/20 seasons.
Global Kapital Group (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal announce new commercial partnership with Global Kapital Group

Arsenal announced another commercial partnership this week, joining up with Global Kapital Group as their official forex trading partner.

Unai Emery: I stay calm when we win or lose

Unai Emery insists he's staying calm regardless of results, claiming he believes it's just as important to enjoy the performances.
PSV Eindhoven's Dutch forward Donyell Malen celebrates after scoring a goal during the Dutch Eredivisie match between PSV Eindhoven and ADO den Haag at the Phillips stadium on April 21, 2019, in Eindhoven. (Photo by Jeroen PUTMANS / ANP / AFP / Getty Images)

Arsenal considering move for former player Donyell Malen

Arsenal are considering a move for former academy striker Donyell Malen, currently of PSV Eindhoven, according to reports.
Paris Saint-Germain's Spanish head coach Unai Emery (L) shakes hands with Arsenal's French manager Arsene Wenger during the UEFA Champions League Group A football match between Paris-Saint-Germain and Arsenal FC on September 13, 2016 at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris.

Unai Emery’s Arsenal have the same points from 43 games as Arsene Wenger’s last...

Unai Emery's Arsenal has exactly the same number of Premier League points from his first 43 matches as Arsene Wenger won in his final 43.
Photo via Instagram / Emi_Martinez26

Emi Martinez: I accept my role as no. 2 but I believe I can...

Emi Martinez says he made himself and his father a promise he wouldn't leave England until he was number one, and he intends to keep it.
CARSON, CALIFORNIA - JULY 17: Shkodran Mustafi of Arsenal London looks on during the 2019 International Champions Cup match between Arsenal London and FC Bayern Muenchen at Dignity Health Sports Park on July 17, 2019 in Carson, California. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Shkodran Mustafi: If it’s possible I’m open to leaving

Shkodran Mustafi has publicly admitted he's open to 'taking the next step' by leaving Arsenal if possible, but he'll keep playing his football for the time being.
LEEDS, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Eddie Nketiah of Leeds United looks on prior to the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Brentford at Elland Road on August 21, 2019 in Leeds, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah comes off the bench for Leeds again: Still no league starts

Eddie Nketiah had to settle for a spot on the bench again in Leeds United's match against Derby County on Saturday, coming off the bench for less than 15 minutes.
Photo via Instagram / SamGreenwood9

Sam Greenwood scores another free-kick despite Arsenal u18s defeat

Sam Greenwood scored yet another free-kick as he got back amongst the goals on Saturday for the first time since his recent injury, despite a heavy defeat to Brighton.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 21: Stefan Frei #24 of Seattle Sounders is unable to stop Carlos Vela #10 of Los Angeles FC as he scores a goal during the second half of a game at Banc of California Stadium on April 21, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Carlos Vela leading LAFC to Supporters’ Shield: Highest rated player in the MLS

Carlos Vela and LAFC are just games away from winning the Supporters' Shield, with the former Gunner leading their title charge.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 04: Samuel Umtiti of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the Joan Gamper trophy friendly match between FC Barcelona and Arsenal at Nou Camp on August 04, 2019, in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Spanish media: Barcelona looking to sell Samuel Umtiti in January

Barcelona are looking to sell Samuel Umtiti in the January transfer window, according to reports in Spain.
Arsenal youth - Folarin Balogun and Tyreece John-Jules (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

John-Jules and Balogun involved in the goals again for u23s: They have to start...

Tyreece John-Jules and Folarin Balogun once again made their case for a League Cup opportunity by getting involved in a couple of goals for Arsenal against Wolves on Friday.
Bukayo Saka (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Bukayo Saka makes Europa League Team of the Week

Bukayo Saka scored one and assisted two more for the Arsenal first team on Thursday, and it’s fair to say not many reporting on the youth teams would’ve been surprised.
Hector Bellerin in the u23 game against Wolverhampton Wanderers (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Kieran Tierney and Hector Bellerin return from injury with Arsenal u23s

Hector Bellerin and Kieran Tierney both made their returns to the pitch for the Arsenal u23s against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Friday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 01: Sead Kolasinac of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on September 01, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Unai Emery: Sead Kolašinac felt a small problem but I think he’s fine

Unai Emery has confirmed that Sead Kolašinac had a ‘small problem’ with a knock against Frankfurt, but they believe it’s not serious.
LEIPZIG, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 11: Dayot Upamecano of Leipzig reacts during the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Red Bull Arena on November 11, 2018 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal sent scouts to Benfica match against RB Leipzig

Arsenal scouts were in attendance for Benfica's match against RB Leipzig earlier in the week, amid reports of interest in a couple of Leipzig's players.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Unai Emery to make 8 changes: Predicted lineup vs Aston Villa

Arsenal face Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, looking to build on a midweek Europa League win and put an embarrassing result against Watford behind them.
Cohen Bramall with Colchester United (Photo via Twitter / CohenBramall)

Cohen Bramall makes Team of the Week for Colchester United

Cohen Bramall made WhoScored's League Two Team of the Week for the midweek fixtures, after helping Colchester United beat Swindon Town 3-0.
Ben Sheaf (Photo via Doncaster Free Press)

Doncaster fansite on Ben Sheaf’s latest appearances: Committed displays but some areas require improvement

After a couple more appearances by Arsenal loanee Ben Sheaf for Doncaster Rovers, we caught up with fansite Into The Empty Net for an update on his performances.
Tyreece John-Jules after scoring for Arsenal u23s (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Steve Bould on Tyreece John-Jules: The kid can play – he’s a very good...

Arsenal u23 year coach Steve Bould has praised Tyreece John-Jules after a brace from the 18-year-old striker at the weekend.
Tyreece John-Jules (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Wolves vs Arsenal u23s: Predicted lineup, team news, how to watch

Arsenal u23s face Wolverhampton Wanderers on Friday, as they look to continue their unbeaten start to the Premier League 2 season.
COMMERCE CITY, CO - JULY 15: Mesut Oezil #10 of Arsenal waves to fans during the second half against the Colorado Rapids at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on July 15, 2019 in Commerce City, Colorado. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Unai Emery: Sokratis and Özil are rested for Frankfurt to be available on Sunday

Unai Emery says Sokratis Papastathopoulos and Mesut Özil have been left behind from the trip to Frankfurt to rest and prepare for the match against Aston Villa on Sunday.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal (14) and team mates Granit Xhaka and David Luiz react during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on September 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Unai Emery backs post-Watford team dinner as he tries to build squad unity

Unai Emery backed a team dinner for the Arsenal squad after the weekend's draw against Watford, hoping to build team spirit among the players.
via @Arsenal

Rob Holding finally removed from Arsenal injury list: Plus updates on Lacazette, Bellerin, Tierney

Rob Holding has finally made it off Arsenal's injury list updates, over nine months after suffering a knee injury against Manchester United.
Salzburg's Norwegian forward Erling Braut Haland scores during the UEFA Champions League Group E football match Salzburg v Genk in Salzburg, Austria, on September 17, 2019. (Photo by KRUGFOTO / APA / AFP) / Austria OUT / Getty Images

Arsenal tracking RB Salzburg duo Szoboszlai and Haaland

Arsenal are interested in RB Salzburg duo Dominik Szoboszlai and Erling Haaland, though they aren't short of rivals for the signature of either player.
Folarin Balogun (Photo via Instagram / FolarinBalogun67)

Folarin Balogun ‘pushing’ for chances in the Europa League and League Cup on current...

Folarin Balogun is pushing to feature in the upcoming Europa League and League Cup matches, according to sources close to the player.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Mason Mount of Chelsea is injured during the UEFA Champions League group H match between Chelsea FC and Valencia CF at Stamford Bridge on September 17, 2019, in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote / Getty Images)

Chelsea wait on Mason Mount injury tests after challenge from Francis Coquelin

Chelsea are waiting to found out the extent of Mason Mount's injury, after a heavy challenge from former Gunner Francis Coquelin.
CARDIFF, WALES - MAY 04: Palace player Wilfried Zaha looks on during the Premier League match between Cardiff City and Crystal Palace at Cardiff City Stadium on May 04, 2019 in Cardiff, United Kingdom. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Darren Bent believes Wilfried Zaha handed in transfer request to join Arsenal – rather...

Darren Bent thinks Wilfried Zaha handed in his transfer request because he wanted to join Arsenal, rather than any of the other interested suitors.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 28: Bernd Leno of Arsenal in action during the Emirates Cup match between Arsenal and Olympique Lyonnais at the Emirates Stadium on July 28, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Bernd Leno: Everybody was very mad and crazy after the Watford game

Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno has admitted everyone was 'mad and crazy' after the Watford result at the weekend.
AUGSBURG, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 14: Team coach Adi Huetter of Eintracht Frankfurt is pictured before the Bundesliga match between FC Augsburg and Eintracht Frankfurt at WWK-Arena on September 14, 2019, in Augsburg, Germany. (Photo by Alexandra Beier/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Frankfurt’s sleepy start to the season puts them in a similar situation to Arsenal...

Eintracht Frankfurt face Arsenal in the first match of the Europa League group stage on Thursday, and the two teams come into the game after very similar starts to their domestic campaigns.
Roma's Armenian midfielder Henrik Mkhitaryan (L) passes the ball during the Italian Serie A football match AS Roma vs Sassuolo on September 15, 2019 at the Olympic stadium in Rome. (Photo by Vincenzo PINTO / AFP / Getty Images)

Edin Dzeko: Henrikh Mkhitaryan is a great player and I hope he can stay...

Edin Dzeko says Henrikh Mkhitaryan is a great signing for AS Roma, and the striker hopes the Arsenal loanee will stay with them long-term.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal reacts as Kiko Femenia of Watford take a throw in during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on September 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Unai Emery to make 5 changes, Rob Holding to return: Predicted lineup vs Frankfurt

Arsenal face Frankfurt in the first game of the Europa League group stage on Thursday, and they're likely to make a few changes given the busy schedule this month.
LEEDS, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Eddie Nketiah of Leeds United celebrates during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Brentford at Elland Road on August 21, 2019 in Leeds, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Watch – Goals from Nketiah and Mkhitaryan in weekend fixtures

Eddie Nketiah and Henrikh Mkhitaryan both scored over the weekend for their loan clubs, carrying over their strong form from the international break.
via @Arsenal

Rob Holding could be available for first-team minutes this week

Having rejoined first-team training with Arsenal, quotes from Unai Emery suggest Rob Holding should be available for first-team action this week.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 28: Arsenal Manager, Unai Emery instructs his team during the Emirates Cup match between Arsenal and Olympique Lyonnais at Emirates Stadium on July 28, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal are facing more shots than any team in Europe’s top-five leagues

Arsenal have faced the most shots of any team in Europe's top-five leagues this season, as they struggle to provide any protection to Bernd Leno in goal.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal (14) and team mates Granit Xhaka and David Luiz react during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on September 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Aubameyang – We are literally giving goals to the opposition, it’s up to us...

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang feels Arsenal are just giving goals away to their opponents at the moment, and it's hard to argue.
Watford's English striker Andre Gray (L) and Arsenal's Greek defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos look on during the English Premier League football match between Watford and Arsenal at Vicarage Road Stadium in Watford, north of London on September 15, 2019. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP)

Sokratis – I feel responsible for this result and would like to apologise

Sokratis Papastathopoulos has admitted his responsibility for Arsenal's draw against Watford on Sunday, posting an apology on Twitter.

Report – Unai Emery to name Granit Xhaka his new captain

Unai Emery is set to make Granit Xhaka his new captain, according to reports.