Charlie George

OTD Charlie George returns from injury to score brace against Manchester City

On this day in 1971, Arsenal legend, Charlie George, returned from injury to score a brace against Manchester City in the FA Cup fifth round.
Arsenal's Russian midfielder Andrey Arshavin celebrates after scoring a goal during his team's Champions League round of 16, 1st leg football match against FC Barcelona on February 16, 2011 at the Emirates Stadium in London. AFP PHOTO/LLUIS GENE.

OTD Arshaviiiiiiiiin!

On this day in 2011, Arsenal beat Barcelona 2-1 in the Champions League.
Olivier Giroud

OTD Giroud scores brace against Boro in FA Cup fifth round

On this day in 2015, Arsenal beat Middlesbrough 2-0 in the fifth round of the FA Cup on our way to Wembley.
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.
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.
Joe Baker

OTD Joe Baker plays final game for Arsenal

On this day in 1966, Joe Baker player his final game for Arsenal – a friendly.
Thierry Henry

OTD Thierry Henry scores his final ever Arsenal goal

On this day in 2012, Thierry Henry scored his final ever Arsenal goal.
Abou Diaby

OTD Arsenal beat Liverpool, go on six-game winning streak

On this day in 2010, Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0, kick-starting a six-game winning streak.
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.
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".
Perry Groves

OTD Arsenal beat Everton in League Cup on way to final

On this day in 1988, Arsenal beat Everton 1-0 in the League Cup semi-final first leg on their way to the final at Wembley.
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.
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.
Robin van Persie, Emmanuel Adebayor

OTD Adebayor scores on Arsenal debut

On this day in 2006, Emmanuel Adebayor scored on his Arsenal debut against Birmingham.
Andrey Arshavin

OTD Arsenal announce Arshavin

On this day in 2009, Arsenal announced the signing of Andrey Arshavin from Zenit St Petersburg.
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.
Sanchez Watt

OTD Arsenal loan Sanchez Watt to Southend

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

OTD Arsenal beat Brighton on road to Wembley

On this day in 2015, Arsenal beat Brighton and Hove Albion in the FA Cup on their way to winning the trophy for the second season in a row.
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.
Theo Walcott and Lukas Podolski

OTD Arsenal beat West Ham 5-1 after 23 shots

On this day in 2013, Arsenal beat West Ham 5-1 in the Premier League.
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.
Theo Walcott

OTD Theo Walcott signs for Arsenal from Southampton

On this day in 2006, Theo Walcott transferred to Arsenal from Southampton at the tender age of 16, although he wouldn't sign a professional contract until his 17th birthday on 16 March.

OTD Colin Pates signs for Arsenal

On this day in 1990, Arsenal signed former Chelsea defender, Colin Pates, for £500,000.
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.

OTD Arsenal sign Bob John from Caerphilly who made 470 appearances

On this day in 1922, Bob John signed for Arsenal from Caerphilly.
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 lose first north London derby

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

OTD Arsenal agree keeper sale to St. Mirren

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

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 agree defender deal with Everton

On this day in 1928, Arsenal sold full-back, Andrew Kennedy, to Everton for £2,000.

OTD Arsenal enigma signs professional deal

On this day in 1911, John Charles Peart signed for Woolwich Arsenal as a professional.
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.
On this day Arsenal 1888

OTD Arsenal founding father born

On this day in 1863, David Danskin, reputed to be one of the founders of the Dial Square club, was born in Fife.
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.