Lee Hurley

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Writer. Feminist. Dreamer. Gooner. Owner of DailyCannon.com, writing about Arsenal since 2008. Sometimes found in the Guardian, Vice.com & elsewhere talking queer issues, politics & football. If in doubt, assume sarcasm.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Arsenal Unveil New Head Coach Unai Emery at Emirates Stadium on May 23, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Unai Emery Arsenal revisionism needs to stop

Recently, we've seen a number of people attempt to rewrite Unai Emery's time at Arsenal on the back of his success at Aston Villa, but Arsenal fans remember the truth.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Fabio Vieira of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Sheffield United at Emirates Stadium on October 28, 2023. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal midfielder undergoes operation on groin

Arsenal brace for vital Champions League clash with player updates: Vieira undergoes surgery, White likely to return. Get all the latest Arsenal injury news
Marseille's Italian head coach Gennaro Gattuso (back) hugs Marseille's Gabonese forward #10 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (R) and Marseille's French midfielder #34 Bilal Nadir (L) after winning the UEFA Europa League Group B football match between Olympique Marseille and AEK Athens at Stade Velodrome in Marseille, southern France on October 26, 2023. (Photo by CLEMENT MAHOUDEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

Criticism of former Arsenal captain grows

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's move to Olympique de Marseille has become a subject of intense scrutiny, with the once-prolific striker struggling to replicate his scoring feats in Ligue 1, leading to widespread criticism.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 04: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on November 04, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Ridiculous VAR panel rules on Newcastle goal v Arsenal, Havertz and Bruno red cards

Panel backs goal decision amid Arsenal's VAR controversy, igniting debate on officiating fairness and prompting club's call for transparency.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's third and his hat-trick goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Sheffield United at Emirates Stadium on October 28, 2023. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah injury update

Arsenal's Eddie Nketiah, who has been pivotal in recent victories, faces a fitness race after an ankle injury ahead of the Premier League match against Burnley
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)

Takehiro Tomiyasu’s injury update

Concerns rise for Arsenal as Takehiro Tomiyasu exits Sevilla game with injury. Fans await the extent of his condition.
Arsenal at war with referees Daily Mail Arteta criticism

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.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 04: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on November 04, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal vs PGMOL and the media: A roundup

Arsenal stand firm in the face of VAR controversies, FA inquiries, and media criticism, with Arteta unapologetic over his comments on officiating.
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
Mark Clattenburg

Former referee implies Arsenal decisions based on player respect

Explore Mark Clattenburg's take on controversial decisions in Arsenal's match, highlighting key moments that stirred debate.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on November 4, 2023. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal back Mikel Arteta’s VAR comments

Arsenal have issued a statement offering their full support to Mikel Arteta after the manager left no doubt about what he thought of the officiating during Arsenal's 1-0 defeat at Newcastle.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 04: Eddie Howe, Manager of Newcastle United, reacts during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on November 04, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Eddie Howe talks nonsense about Arsenal non red card

Eddie Howe comments on controversial red card decisions in the match between Newcastle United and Arsenal, where Havertz's tackle sparked debate.
Netherlands' forward Vivianne Miedema (C) attends a training session in Zeist, on October 23, 2023 ahead of the UEFA Women's Nations League football match against Scotland on October 27, 2023. (Photo by ROBIN VAN LONKHUIJSEN/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players on restricted time with national squad

Dutch national women's football team faces Scotland in a Nations League match. Despite key players from Arsenal, Vivianne Miedema and Victoria Pelova, being on restricted time, coach Andries Jonker remains confident.
Arsenal's English striker #14 Eddie Nketiah kisses the match ball as he celebrates after scoring his, and their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Sheffield United at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

How Arteta changed the game for Eddie Nketiah

Eddie Nketiah delivers a stunning hat-trick for Arsenal against Sheffield United, showcasing his evolution as a striker under Mikel Arteta and with the influence of Gabriel Jesus.
Arsenal's Japanese defender #18 Takehiro Tomiyasu reacts prior to the English League Cup third round football match between Brentford and Arsenal at the Brentford Community Stadium in London on September 27, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

How Arsenal 24yo is changing the game for Arteta

Explore our review of Simon Collings' insightful article on Takehiro Tomiyasu, Arsenal's versatile player who's making waves under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Thomas Partey of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on August 21, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Thomas Partey injury update

Thomas Partey misses Arsenal's Champions League match against Sevilla due to a muscular injury, as confirmed by manager Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder #11 Gabriel Martinelli (R) celebrates scoring the opening goal with Arsenal's Brazilian forward #09 Gabriel Jesus during the UEFA Champions League 1st round day 3 Group B football match between Sevilla FC and Arsenal at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan stadium in Seville on October 24, 2023. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP via Getty Images)

Spanish press call Arsenal ‘Champions without mercy’ after Sevilla win

Explore a review of Marca's take on Arsenal's 2-1 win against Sevilla in the Champions League. The Spanish perspective highlights Arsenal's tactical mastery and individual standouts
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)

Why was Fabio Vieira not in Arsenal squad for Chelsea game?

Arsenal's midfielder Fabio Vieira was conspicuously missing from the match against Chelsea so is he injured or was he just dropped?
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 21: Gabriel Jesus, Declan Rice and Gabriel of Arsenal speak with Assistant Referee, Matthew Wilkes during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Arsenal FC at Stamford Bridge on October 21, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

VAR robbed Arsenal against Chelsea say MOTD pundits

Arsenal's recent match against Chelsea sparked debate about VAR and the decision to not award a penalty. Experts and fans are questioning the role of Jarred Gillett, who was VAR for the match.
Juventus' Serbian forward Dusan Vlahovic celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2nd round group H football match between SL Benfica and Juventus FC, at the Luz stadium in Lisbon on October 25, 2022. (Photo by CARLOS COSTA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal turn to 3 former targets

Arsenal keeps a watchful eye on talent across Europe, notably targeting Sacha Boey, Dušan Vlahović, and Ousmane Diomande. The club is focused on long-term competitiveness.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Jorginho of Arsenal shouts during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco at Emirates Stadium on August 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Juventus want Arsenal midfielder for free

Juventus are reportedly considering a January move for Arsenal's Jorginho, subject to certain conditions, including low transfer fees.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 08: Match Referee Michael Oliver shows a yellow card to Mateo Kovacic of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on October 08, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Mark Clattenburg questions refereeing in Arsenal’s win against Manchester City

Mark Clattenburg says Mateo Kovacic and Michael Oliver are very lucky boys after the game between Arsenal and Manchester City
Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard (R) reacts after being fouled by Manchester City's Croatian midfielder #08 Mateo Kovacic (C) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 8, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal win should not shield referee and VAR from consequences

Arsenal's win over Manchester City raises questions about Premier League refereeing inconsistencies that will fall from view because Arsenal won. They shouldn't.
Manchester City's Norwegian striker #09 Erling Haaland (L) vies with Arsenal's French defender #02 William Saliba (R) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 8, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

William Saliba injury forces him out of France squad

William Saliba withdraws from the France squad to rest up at London Colney following a toe injury sustained during Arsenal's recent win over Manchester City.
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder #11 Gabriel Martinelli (C) celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 8, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal pull off stunning win vs Manchester City despite refereeing controversies

Arsenal secure a crucial win over Manchester City, overcoming dubious officiating to further establish themselves as true title contenders.
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 as he misses Man City game

Bukayo Saka missed his first Premier League game in 87 matches, so what is the latest on his injury?
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.
Ajax' German director of football affairs Sven Mislintat attends a press presentation for Ajax' new head coach in the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam on June 14, 2023. (Photo by PHIL NIJHUIS/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal exit clarified as former Gunner causes chaos

Ajax's ambitious project with ex-Arsenal man Sven Mislintat reveals pitfalls and lessons about governance, transparency and teamwork in football management.
Tottenham Hotspur's Greek-Australian Head Coach Ange Postecoglou looks on during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on September 16, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Ange Postecoglou Wenger comparison raises many questions

A critique of Martin Keown's recent article on Tottenham Hotspur under Ange Postecoglou, from an Arsenal supporter's perspective. Are the comparisons with Wenger's Arsenal premature?
Hull City's English manager Phil Brown shouts out instructions during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Hull City at the Emirates stadium, north London on December 19, 2009.

15 years on, Phil Brown still moaning about Arsenal Hull ‘incident’

Nearly 15 years have passed, yet former Hull City boss Phil Brown remains fixed on an incident involving Cesc Fabregas. Brown recounts the controversial episode on the 'Undr The Cosh' Podcast.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: Destiny Udogie of Tottenham Hotspur battles for possession with Bukayo Saka of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on September 24, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Why Tottenham’s manager is wrong about Saka and Udogie

Arsenal's Bukayo Saka delivers a standout performance in a 2-2 draw against Tottenham, contradicting Spurs manager Ange Postecoglu's claim that Destiny Udogie dominated the Arsenal winger.
Arsenal's Brazilian striker #09 Gabriel Jesus celebrates after scoring their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 3, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Gabriel Jesus gives knee injury update

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus confirms his full recovery from two knee surgeries, offering a much-needed boost for Arsenal as they prepare to face Tottenham Hotspur
FARO, PORTUGAL - JULY 19: Ousmane Diomande of Sporting CP before the start of the Pre-Season Friendly match between Sporting CP and KRC Genk at Estadio Algarve on July 19, 2023 in Faro, Portugal. (Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty Images)

Arsenal bid €35m for 19yo with €80m release clause

With Arsenal showing genuine interest in Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP, the gap between the offered amount and the release clause highlights the challenges Arsenal may face in securing the player.
Tottenham Hotspur's Greek-Australian Head Coach Ange Postecoglou looks on during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on September 16, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta gives honest assessment of Tottenham and their new manager

Arsenal's Mikel Arteta provides an honest evaluation of Tottenham under their new manager, Ange Postecoglu, ahead of the highly anticipated North London derby.
Players wait as English referee Simon Hooper (R) gets advice from the VAR (Video Assistant Referee) during the English Premier League football match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park in Liverpool, north west England on September 17, 2023. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

VAR does it again as Arsenal finally beat Everton at Goodison

Arsenal defeats Everton at Goodison Park with Trossard's 69th-minute goal, amid VAR controversy
Gabriel Magalhaes with the new Champions League ball (Photo via Arsenal)

Arsenal star’s hair transplant advertised on black cab

Gabriel Magalhaes, Arsenal centre-back, has his hair transplant showcased in an advertising campaign, leading to a flurry of opinions among fans.
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
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Jorginho of Arsenal shouts during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco at Emirates Stadium on August 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Barcelona to push for Arsenal signing in January

Barcelona are keen on signing Arsenal's midfielder Jorginho in the upcoming January window, but the player's commitment to the Gunners remains unwavering.
Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice celebrates after scoring their late second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 3, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Guardian claims Arsenal ‘burgled win’ over Manchester United

Critiquing the Guardian's claim that Arsenal "burgled" a win against Manchester United, this article highlights overlooked factors that merit Arsenal's victory.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 27: Jordan Henderson of Liverpool wears a rainbow captains armband as clubs show their support to the Stonewall Rainbow Laces campaign during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield on November 27, 2021 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

The convenient LGBTQ allyship of Jordan Henderson

Jordan Henderson leaves behind his vocal LGBTQ+ allyship after moving to Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia, raising questions about the genuineness of his support.