Arsenal News Archives: 04/2026

During Arsenal’s win over Sporting CP on Tuesday, Maximiliano Araujo become the first defender this decade to commit seven or more fouls without being booked.

Kai Havertz claimed on Tuesday night that David Raya has been maybe the best goalkeeper in the world for the last two years, and the stats back up that claim.

There are concerns over the fitness of Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard following his withdrawal from Tuesday night’s win over Sporting CP.

Arsenal ended Sporting CP’s club-record winning run on Tuesday, inflicting a rare home defeat on this week’s hosts.

Arsenal’s first-leg Champions League quarter-final win over Sporting CP on Tuesday ended up being a significant one, as it qualified the Gunners for next season’s competition.

Former Arsenal academy player Marcelo Flores made his debut for Canada this weekend, switching from Mexico and explaining that he feels more at home with his new national team.

Arsenal under-21s have secured a Premier League 2 play-off place, with Max Porter’s side still fighting for a stronger position in the draw.

Aaron Ramsey’s retirement brings back the familiar sense of what might have been, not because his talent was ever in doubt, but because his body never truly recovered from one defining act of brutality.

Barcelona star Raphinha is set to miss the Champions League quarter-finals and at least one leg of the semi-finals with a new injury, according to reports.

Mikel Arteta explained Arsenal’s mindset before Sporting, delivering key injury updates and a clear message after recent setbacks.

Luis Suarez has fired a warning before Arsenal face Sporting, insisting the Portuguese side will attack the quarter-final first leg without fear.

Arsenal have been handed a boost before facing Sporting, with captain Morten Hjulmand suspended and a midfield reshuffle now expected in Lisbon.

Arsenal have been handed a lift before facing Sporting, with three key players back in training after fears grew over injuries and absences.

UEFA have confirmed Daniel Siebert as referee for Arsenal’s quarter-final first leg with Sporting, along with the club’s travel plans.

Arsenal’s FA Cup defeat to Brighton exposed fatigue, selection questions and a growing pressure point as the club head into a defining run-in.

Renee Slegers and Kim Little reacted honestly after Arsenal’s shock FA Cup exit, admitting Brighton deserved to knock the holders out.

Sporting are managing injuries and tailoring their defence for Arsenal, with Nuno Santos expected to miss the first leg and Ivan Fresneda still a doubt.

Gabriel Magalhaes faces an injury wait after going off against Southampton, with Mikel Arteta admitting the signs are not encouraging.

Arsenal have successfully avoided any yellow-card suspensions for the remainder of the Premier League season, but one Manchester City player remains at risk.

Chelsea have suspended Enzo Fernandez for two matches, meaning the midfielder will miss next weekend’s Premier League clash with Manchester City.