OTD 1987: Stewart Robson was sold to West Ham
On this day in 1987, Stewart Robson was sold to West Ham for £700,000.
OTD Arsenal pay 6-figure transfer fee for first time
On this day in 1970, Arsenal paid £100,000 to sign Peter Marinello – the first time they had ever paid a six-figure sum for a player.
OTD Diaby makes Arsenal debut
On this day in 2006, Abou Diaby made his debut for Arsenal: a 1-0 loss to Everton.
OTD Arsenal chairman dies in office
On this day in 1949, Sir Samuel Hill-Wood, chairman of Arsenal, passed away while in office, the first Arsenal chairman to do so.
OTD Rocastle & Thomas both sign professional contracts
On this day in 1984 David Rocastle, along with Michael Thomas, signed professional contracts with the club.
OTD Arsenal announce signing Gabriel from Villarreal
On this day in 2015, Arsenal announced the signing of Brazil international, Gabriel, from Villarreal for a reported £11.2m.
OTD Arsenal loan Wilshere to Bolton
On this day in 2010, Arsenal sent an 18-year-old Jack Wilshere out on loan to Bolton Wanderers.
OTD Arsenal sign Edu for £6m
On this day in 2001, Arsenal signed Edu from Corinthians for £6m.
OTD Arsenal Ladies win the UEFA Women’s Cup
On this day 10 years ago, Arsenal Ladies won the UEFA Women's Cup after drawing 0-0 at home to Umea UIK following their 1-0 away win thanks to a rare Alex Scott goal.
OTD Shaw takes charge after Arsenal manager’s death
On this day in 1934, Herbert Chapman's successor, Joe Shaw, took his first game as Arsenal manager.
OTD Arsenal enigma signs professional deal
On this day in 1911, John Charles Peart signed for Woolwich Arsenal as a professional.
OTD Arsenal play their first game as Royal Arsenal
On this day in 1887, Royal Arsenal played their first game after changing their name from Dial Square to Royal Arsenal.
OTD Arsenal win the league at White Hart Lane
On 25 April 2004, Arsenal's Invincibles won the Premier League at White Hart Lane after going an entire season unbeaten.
OTD 2012: Arsenal 7 Newcastle 3
On this day, in 2012, Arsenal beat Newcastle 7-3 at the Emirates in a 10-goal Premier League thriller.
OTD Toure hands in transfer request after bust-up with Gallas
On 13 April 2009, Kolo Toure demanded a transfer following a falling out with Arsenal teammate at the time, William Gallas.
OTD Wenger let off 12-match ban for violent conduct against fourth official
On this day in 2001, Arsene Wenger successfully appealed against a 12-match ban for violent conduct against referee Paul Taylor.
OTD Arsenal sign Ryo Miyaichi
On this day in 2011, Arsenal completed the signing of promising young winger, Ryo Miyaichi, after he impressed Arsene Wenger during his trial at the club during summer 2010.
OTD Arsenal lose even though they win
On this day in 2006, Arsenal were knocked out of the League Cup by Wigan.
OTD Arsenal game postponed
On this day in 1971, Arsenal's replay against Portsmouth in the fourth round of the FA Cup was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
OTD Arsenal 2 Leeds United 1
On this day in 1998, Arsenal beat Leeds United 2-1 at Highbury during their second double-winning season.
OTD Thierry Henry scores his final ever Arsenal goal
On this day in 2012, Thierry Henry scored his final ever Arsenal goal.
OTD Arsenal secure history making result
On this day in 1901 Arsenal beat Darwen 2-0 away to secure their place in the first round proper of the FA Cup.
OTD Arsenal agree keeper sale to St. Mirren
On this day in 1941, Arsenal goalkeeper, Alex Wilson, was transferred to St Mirren.
OTD 1934 Herbert Chapman died
On this day in 1934, one of the most important managers in Arsenal's history, Herbert Chapman, died of pneumonia aged 55 at his home in Hendon.
OTD David Dein leaves Arsenal
On 18 April 2007, Arsenal’s vice-chairman, David Dein, left the club.
OTD Arsenal blow 4-0 lead against Newcastle
On this day in 2011, Arsenal drew 4-4 away to Newcastle after being 4-0 ahead in 26 minutes.
OTD 1893: Arsenal’s first ever away win in the league
On this day in 1893, Arsenal registered their first ever away win in the league.
OTD Kanu makes controversial Arsenal debut
On this day in 1999, Nwankwo Kanu made his debut for Arsenal against Sheffield United.
OTD Arsenal sign Kolo Toure from ASEC Mimosas
On this day in 2002, Arsenal signed Kolo Toure from ASEC Mimosas after a short trial.
OTD Tony Adams signs first professional contract with Arsenal
On this day in 1984, Tony Adams signed his first professional contract with Arsenal.
OTD Arsenal create partnership with Colorado Rapids
On this day in 2007, Arsenal became official partners with MLS club, Colorado Rapids.
OTD Colin Pates signs for Arsenal
On this day in 1990, Arsenal signed former Chelsea defender, Colin Pates, for £500,000.
OTD Arsenal lose 5-1 to Liverpool, Szczesny apologises for being ’embarrassing’
On this day in 2014, a 5-1 loss away to Liverpool in the Premier League prompted Wojciech Szczesny to post on his official Facebook page that Arsenal's performance was "f**king embarrassing".
OTD Arsenal beat Real Madrid on way to Champions League final
On this day in 2006, Arsenal managed to beat Real Madrid 1-0 away in the Champions League; the first English team to win there.
OTD Eduardo suffers horrific injury against Birmingham
On this day in 2008, Eduardo da Silva had his ankle dislocated and fibula broken by Martin Taylor during a 2-2 draw against Birmingham City.
OTD Arsenal announce Arshavin
On this day in 2009, Arsenal announced the signing of Andrey Arshavin from Zenit St Petersburg.
OTD Arsenal beat Liverpool in controversial FA Cup clash on way to 3rd Double
On this day in 2002, Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 in the FA Cup fourth round on the way to the club's third Double.
OTD Lehmann returns to Arsenal, on bench for Baggies
On 19 March 2011, Jens Lehmann was on the bench for Arsenal against West Brom despite not playing for the club since May 2007.
OTD Arsenal sign Bob John from Caerphilly who made 470 appearances
On this day in 1922, Bob John signed for Arsenal from Caerphilly.
OTD Arsenal beat Tottenham 5-2 for first time
On this day in 2012, Arsenal came from 2-0 down against Spurs at the Emirates to win 5-2, 9 months before they'd do it for a second time.