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.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 08: William Saliba and Gabriel of Arsenal celebrate following their sides victory after 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)

2 Arsenal players make Team of the Week for City win

Two Arsenal players have made it into multiple Teams of the Week after the Gunners' win over Manchester City on Sunday.
LONDON, ENGLAND: David Raya of Arsenal controls the ball during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on October 08, 2023. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

David Raya praises ‘incredible’ Emirates Stadium support

David Raya praised the incredible Emirates Stadium support after Arsenal's win over Manchester City, in which he kept another clean sheet.
Leah Williamson's reaction to news of Arsenal's goal against Manchester City

Leah Williamson’s shocked reaction to Martinelli’s goal against Manchester City

Leah Williamson learned of Arsenal's winning goal against Manchester City whilst on the red carpet on Sunday night, and her reaction was caught on camera.
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)

VAR criticised after Arsenal beat Manchester City

In the match between Arsenal and Manchester City, the spotlight is on VAR decisions and controversial tackles by Mateo Kovacic. Experts like Gary Neville and Theo Walcott weigh in, questioning the efficacy of VAR in the Premier League.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 08: Arsenal fans cheerduring the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on October 08, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Who set off Arsenal vs Manchester City tunnel altercation?

An analysis of the tunnel confrontation between Arsenal's Nicolas Jover and Manchester City's Kyle Walker, following Arsenal's recent win over City. 
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder #11 Gabriel Martinelli (R) celebrates with teammates 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 teams make it quite the weekend against Man City, Man United and Leicester...

Arsenal's men, women and under-18s were all in action this weekend with two wins and a draw between them.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta celebrates their victory on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 8, 2023. Arsenal won the game 1-0. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta hails key Arsenal performances after win over Manchester City

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta shares his thoughts following a 1-0 win over Manchester City. Arteta praises the team's growing belief, David Raya's excellent performance, and Martinelli's courage.
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?
Gabriel Martinelli returns to training (via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal injury boost as winger makes squad for Man City game

Arsenal have received a major boost ahead of their match against Manchester City with Gabriel Martinelli in the squad but news of Bukayo Saka's fitness was wrong.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 02: Match official Michael Oliver looks on during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Manchester United at Etihad Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Referee named for Arsenal clash with Manchester City

Michael Oliver is set to referee Arsenal's match against Manchester City this weekend, with the Gunners hosting last season's champions on Sunday.
Arsenal's English midfielder Declan Rice (C) vies with Manchester City's English defender John Stones (L) during the English FA Community Shield football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium, in London, August 6, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Pep Guardiola makes transfer admission about Declan Rice

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Manchester City wanted Declan Rice, and not just as an alternative to Rodri in their midfield.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 03: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates after the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on September 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Odegaard admits he has special motivation for Arsenal vs City

Martin Odegaard has admitted he has a special motivation against Manchester City on Sunday, given his international connection to Erling Haaland.
Reuell Walters (R) in first-team training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

2 Arsenal youth players join senior training pre-Manchester City clash

Charles Sagoe Jr. and Reuell Walters joined Arsenal's first-team training session ahead of the weekend's match against Manchester City.
In this composite image a comparison has been made between Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City (L) and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal. Manchester City and Arsenal meet in a Premier League fixture on June 17,2020 at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester,England. ***LEFT IMAGE*** MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 26: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League round of 16 first leg match between Real Madrid and Manchester City at Bernabeu on February 26, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** PIRAEUS, GREECE - FEBRUARY 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League round of 32 first leg match between Olympiacos FC and Arsenal FC at Karaiskakis Stadium on February 20, 2020 in Piraeus, Greece. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

“Arsenal is back” says Guardiola as he downplays title impact of upcoming clash

Pep Guardiola discusses the implications of Manchester City's upcoming match against Arsenal, saying it won't be decisive for the title race but noting its importance.
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)

Major Arsenal injury update for Manchester City clash

Bukayo Saka has been cleared to play against Manchester City this weekend, despite coming off with an injury in midweek.
Manchester City's Spanish manager Pep Guardiola attends the English FA Cup fourth round football match between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, northwest England, on January 27, 2023. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Manchester City missing key men for Arsenal clash

Pep Guardiola announces John Stones' absence from Manchester City's upcoming match against Arsenal. Kevin De Bruyne shows promising signs of early recovery.
Arsenal's Ukrainian defender Oleksandr Zinchenko acknowledges supporters at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

‘Best atmosphere ever’: Arteta & Zinchenko praise Arsenal fans

Mikel Arteta and Oleksandr Zinchenko have both praised Arsenal fans for their support at the Emirates Stadium, ahead of another big game this weekend.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 21: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City bumps fists with Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on February 21, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal confident of beating Manchester City

As Arsenal gear up for a decisive match against Manchester City, both teams reflect on past performances and the high stakes of this Premier League showdown.
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)

3 Arsenal players told to step up in Saka’s absence

Thierry Henry urges Arsenal players Eddie Nketiah, Trossard and Kai Havertz to step up in the likely absence of Bukayo Saka for the upcoming match against Manchester City.
Chelsea's Argentinian head coach Mauricio Pochettino shouts instructions to the players from the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Fulham and Chelsea at Craven Cottage in London on October 2, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Chelsea manager: Arteta “is very tough and I am very nice?”

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino defends his approach amid the club's poor start to the season, comparing his style to Arsenal's Mikel Arteta and Man City's Pep Guardiola.
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 after Lens substitution

Concerns arise over Bukayo Saka's fitness following his early substitution during Arsenal's defeat against RC Lens. What could this mean for Arsenal's upcoming matches and how will it impact squad depth and tactics?
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.
(Top L-R) Arsenal's Japanese defender #18 Takehiro Tomiyasu, Arsenal's Brazilian striker #09 Gabriel Jesus, Arsenal's German midfielder #29 Kai Havertz, Arsenal's Brazilian defender #06 Gabriel Magalhaes, Arsenal's French defender #02 William Saliba, Arsenal's Spanish goalkeeper #22 David Raya, (bottom L-R) Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka, Arsenal's Belgian midfielder #19 Leandro Trossard, Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice, Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard and Arsenal's Ukrainian defender #35 Oleksandr Zinchenko pose before 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) (Photo by SAMEER AL-DOUMY/AFP via Getty Images)

Pundits single out Arsenal star for criticism after Lens defeat

Arsenal suffer a 2-1 loss against Lens in a Champions League match, sparking pointed critiques from Michael Owen and Martin Keown on Oleksandr Zinchenko's performance.
LENS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 03: Lens fans 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)

Arsenal fans attacked in Lens

Arsenal fans attacked in Lens ahead of Champions League game as UK police launch an investigation. The incident leaves one fan requiring medical attention.
Lens' French forward #09 Elye Wahi (R) fights for the ball with Arsenal's Japanese defender #18 Takehiro Tomiyasu during 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)

“It has to be a goal” Arsenal star rues “lucky” save

Arsenal faced a setback in their Champions League ambitions after a 2-1 defeat to RC Lens. Key player Bukayo Saka exits the match with an apparent hamstring issue.
Arsenal's French defender #02 William Saliba (L) and Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice celebrate after during the English Premier League football match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park in south London on August 21, 2023. Arsenal won the game 0-1. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Saliba not concerned about Arsenal’s Champions League travel troubles

Arsenal face travel disruptions ahead of their Champions League clash with Lens. William Saliba and Mikel Arteta discuss preparations, while Franck Haise acknowledges the challenge.
English former football player Joe Cole shows the paper slip of Arsenal FC during the draw for the 2023/2024 UEFA Champions League football tournament at The Grimaldi Forum in the Principality of Monaco, on August 31, 2023. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Lens to wear special ‘collector’s jersey’ for Champions League clash with Arsenal

Lens prepare for their Champions League match against Arsenal by unveiling a special 'collector's jersey'. The fixture promises to be a significant clash.
Then Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta speaks during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between GNK Dinamo Zagreb and Arsenal FC at Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb on September 15, 2015. (Photo by ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

5 hour delay for Arsenal sees Arteta taking questions by phone

Arsenal face a series of challenges as they prepare for their Champions League match against Lens, including a five-hour travel delay and last-minute changes to their pre-match plans.
Then Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta speaks during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between GNK Dinamo Zagreb and Arsenal FC at Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb on September 15, 2015. (Photo by ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal prepare for ‘huge battle’ against Lens in Champions League encounter

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta talks about taking on Lens in France, with key players like Thomas Partey and Bukayo Saka rejoining the squad.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal leaves the pitch after an injury during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Arsenal injury boost as players return to training

Arsenal have received some good news on the injury front, with almost all of the squad now back in training after last week's mini-crisis.
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?
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, embraces Andoni Iraola, Manager of AFC Bournemouth, prior to the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Arsenal are “really, really good” says Bournemouth boss

Arsenal triumphed 4-0 over Bournemouth, buoyed by stellar performances from Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz. Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola reflects on his team's shortcomings.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Martin Odegaard after scoring the team's first goal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Arteta confirms ‘pretty bad knock’ for unprotected Saka

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms Bukayo Saka's "pretty bad knock" during a 4-0 win over Bournemouth, raising questions about the team's injury resilience as they prepare for Champions League action.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Kai Havertz of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Martin Oedegaard after scoring the team's third goal from a penalty during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Christopher Lee/Getty Images)

Arteta responds to Arsenal’s Havertz penalty gesture

Arsenal defeat Bournemouth 4-0 in an emphatic performance led by captain Martin Odegaard. Second-half penalties from Odegaard and Kai Havertz seal the win.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Mohamed Elneny, Cedric Soares, and teammates of Arsenal applaud fans following the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

West Ham vs Arsenal Carabao Cup date set

Arsenal will play West Ham United in the Carabao Cup 4th round on November 1. The match will be broadcast on Sky Sports.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Referee, Michael Salisbury gestures during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and AFC Bournemouth at Molineux on February 18, 2023. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Arsenal get new referee for Bournemouth match

Michael Salisbury will referee an Arsenal game for the first time this weekend, officiating the Gunners' visit to AFC Bournemouth.
Charles Sagoe Jr (L) playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Charles Sagoe Jr shares his reaction to his Arsenal debut

Charles Sagoe Jr has shared his thoughts after making his debut for Arsenal in the League Cup against Brentford FC on Wednesday night.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Mohamed Elneny, Cedric Soares, and teammates of Arsenal applaud fans following the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

League Cup 4th round draw: Who will Arsenal face and when?

Arsenal are set to travel to West Ham United in the fourth round of the League Cup, with the game taking place just days before the trip to Newcastle United.