Michael Thomas day: Reliving Arsenal’s win over Liverpool in 1989

Today is Michael Thomas day so while Liverpool are playing in the Champions League final, let's take a look back at the day Arsenal beat them to the league title - something they haven't won since.
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.
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.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: Martin Keown of Arsenal shows his feelings at Ruud Van Nistelrooy of Man Utd after Van Nistelrooy missed his penalty during the FA Barclaycard Premiership match between Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford on September 21, 2003 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

OTD: 6 Arsenal players charged after ‘Battle of Old Trafford’

On this day in 2003, six Arsenal players were charged by the FA after the infamous 'Battle of Old Trafford' which took place on 21 September.
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.
On this day Arsenal George Graham

OTD Arsenal sell George Graham to Manchester United for £120k

On this day in 1972 Arsenal sold George Graham to Manchester United for £120k after a falling out with manager, Bertie Mee.
Charlie George

OTD Arsenal score 2 against Tottenham at White Hart Lane

On 17 April 1985, Arsenal beat Tottenham 2-0 at White Hart Lane.

OTD Arsenal make it 17 unbeaten against Manchester City

On April 4 2009, Arsenal made it 17 games unbeaten with a 2-0 victory over Manchester City.
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.

OTD Arsenal play 4th game in 11 days against Spurs, still win

On 7 April 1980, Arsenal played their fourth game in 11 days against Spurs at White Hart Lane and still managed to win 2-1 despite numerous first team chances.

OTD Chelsea beat Invincibles in Champions League

On 6 April 2004, Chelsea beat Arsenal 2-1 in the Champions League quarter-final.
Thierry Henry scores penalty in FA Cup against Chelsea

OTD Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-1 on road to FA Cup final

On this day in 2001, Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-1 at home in the fifth round of the FA Cup.

OTD Arsenal make UEFA Cup final

On 20 April 2000, Arsenal beat Lens away 2-1, sending themselves through to the UEFA Cup final.
5 May 2001: Captain Tony Adams of Arsenal applauds the crowd as Arsenal qualify for next years Champions League after the match between Arsenal v Leeds United in the FA Carling Premiership at Highbury, London. Credit: Mike Hewitt/ALLSPORT

OTD: 3 Arsenal legends born

On this day in 1950 Charlie George was born while in 1966, Tony Adams arrived in this world and in 1880 Jimmy Sharp.
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.
Tomas Rosicky scores against Tottenham

OTD Rosicky extends Arsenal deal

On 12 March 2012, Tomas Rosicky signed a new contract with Arsenal.
Sanchez Watt

OTD Arsenal loan Sanchez Watt to Southend

On this day in 2010, youngster, Sanchez Watt, was loaned out to Southend.

OTD Arsenal ship 6 as Andre Marriner drops clanger

On 22 March 2014, not only did Arsenal lose 6-0 at Stamford Bridge, they were the victim of an embarrassing refereeing mistake at the hands of Andre Marriner.

OTD Arsenal knock Tottenham out of FA Cup semi-final

On 8 April 2001, Arsenal beat Spurs 2-1 in the FA Cup semi-final at Old Trafford.

OTD Arsenal lose first north London derby

On this day in 1921, Tottenham beat Arsenal 2-1 during the two teams' first north London derby.
Arsenal in 1968

OTD Arsenal secure place in League Cup final for first time

On this day in 1968, Arsenal secured their place in the League Cup final for the first time after beating Huddersfield 3-1 in the second leg of the semis.
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.

OTD David Rocastle passes away

On 31 March 2001, the footballing world was racked by the tragic death of David 'Rocky' Rocastle from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

OTD Arsene Wenger claims Arsenal can go season unbeaten, is mocked

On this day in 2002, Arsene Wenger claimed his Arsenal side could go an entire season without losing a game only to be mocked before guiding his side to the title - unbeaten - the following season.

OTD Arsenal win at Old Trafford for 1st time since 1930

On 16 April 1962, Arsenal recorded their first win at Old Trafford since 1930.

OTD Arsenal beat Sunderland on way to 3rd Double

On 30 March 2002, Arsenal beat Sunderland 3-0 on the way to their third Double.
Henry Boyd

OTD Arsenal sell Henry Boyd to Newton Heath

On this day in 1897, Arsenal sold their most prolific goalscorer of all time to Newton Heath.
Thierry Henry

OTD Thierry Henry scores his final ever Arsenal goal

On this day in 2012, Thierry Henry scored his final ever Arsenal goal.
Niall Quinn

OTD Arsenal sell Niall Quinn to City

On 15 March 1990, Arsenal sold Niall Quinn to Manchester City.

OTD Arsenal beat Chelsea in FA Cup replay on way to trophy

On 25 March 2003, Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge during their FA Cup sixth round replay.
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.

OTD Arsenal stage plucky (almost) comeback against Milan

On 6 March 2012, Arsenal beat AC Milan 3-0 at the Emirates after losing 4-0 at the San Siro.
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.

OTD Alex Song scores first Premier League goal

On 11 April 2009, Alex Song scored his first Premier League goal for Arsenal.
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.
Robert Pires

OTD Arsenal beat Derby on way to third Double

On 5 March 2002, Arsenal beat Derby to go top of the Premier League table on their way to their third Double.
2 May 2000: Marc Overmars of Arsenal takes on Frederic Kanoute of West Ham during the match between Arsenal and West Ham United in the FA Carling Premiership at Highbury, London. Credit: Laurence Griffiths/ALLSPORT

OTD Overmars was born

On 29 March 1973, Marc Overmars was born.

OTD Monaco knock Arsenal out of Champions League

On 17 March 2015, Monaco knocked Arsenal out of the Champions League on away goals.

OTD Arsenal beat Crystal Palace on way to cup Double

On 10 March 1993, Arsenal beat Crystal Palace 2-0 in the League Cup on their way to winning the Cup Double.
On this day Arsenal Francis Coquelin

OTD Francis Coquelin makes unlikely return

On this day in 2014, Francis Coquelin made his unlikely return from his loan spell at Charlton Athletic and appeared for Arsenal for the first time in 23 months.