Stewart Robson

OTD 1987: Stewart Robson was sold to West Ham

On this day in 1987, Stewart Robson was sold to West Ham for £700,000.
Peter Marinello

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.
Abou Diaby

OTD Diaby makes Arsenal debut

On this day in 2006, Abou Diaby made his debut for Arsenal: a 1-0 loss to Everton.
Arsenal on this day

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.
david rocastle

OTD Rocastle & Thomas both sign professional contracts

On this day in 1984 David Rocastle, along with Michael Thomas, signed professional contracts with the club.
PRESTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Gabriel of Arsenal leaves the pitch with a head injury during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Preston North End and Arsenal at Deepdale on January 7, 2017 in Preston, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

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.
Jack Wilshere

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.
BIRMINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM: Arsenal's Edu celebrates scoring his goal to end the match 2-0 during their premiership match at home to West Bromwich, 02 May 2005. AFP PHOTO/ CARL DE SOUZA.

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.
On this day Arsenal 1888

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.
On this day Arsenal 7 Newcastle 3

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.
toure gallas

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.
Arsene Wenger in stands at Southampton

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.
Ryo Miyaichi

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.
Robin van Persie, Dennis Bergkamp and Mathieu Flamini v Wigan

OTD Arsenal lose even though they win

On this day in 2006, Arsenal were knocked out of the League Cup by Wigan.
Charlie George and George Graham

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.
10 Jan 1998: Marc Overmars of Arsenal celebrates a goal during the FA Carling Premiership match against Leeds United at Highbury in London. Arsenal won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill /Allsport

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.
Thierry Henry

OTD Thierry Henry scores his final ever Arsenal goal

On this day in 2012, Thierry Henry scored his final ever Arsenal goal.
arsenal on this day

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.
Alex Wilson

OTD Arsenal agree keeper sale to St. Mirren

On this day in 1941, Arsenal goalkeeper, Alex Wilson, was transferred to St Mirren.
Herbert Chapman

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.
David Dein was previously the closest thing to a Director of Football at Arsenal.

OTD David Dein leaves Arsenal

On 18 April 2007, Arsenal’s vice-chairman, David Dein, left the club.
Joey Barton and Gervinho

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.
On this day Arsenal 1888

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.
23 Oct 1999: (L to R) Marc Overmars and Ray Parlour congratulate Arsenal team mate Kwankwo Kanu. Picture: Graham Chadwick /Allsport

OTD Kanu makes controversial Arsenal debut

On this day in 1999, Nwankwo Kanu made his debut for Arsenal against Sheffield United.
Kolo Toure and Didier Drogba

OTD Arsenal sign Kolo Toure from ASEC Mimosas

On this day in 2002, Arsenal signed Kolo Toure from ASEC Mimosas after a short trial.
Tony Adams

OTD Tony Adams signs first professional contract with Arsenal

On this day in 1984, Tony Adams signed his first professional contract with Arsenal.
Stan Kroenke who owns 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.
Wojciech Szczesny

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".
Thierry Henry

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.
Eduardo

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.
Andrey Arshavin

OTD Arsenal announce Arshavin

On this day in 2009, Arsenal announced the signing of Andrey Arshavin from Zenit St Petersburg.
Dennis Bergkamp v Liverpool

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.
Tomas Rosicky scores against Tottenham

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.