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Arsenal u23s vs Everton: When and where is it, team news

Arsenal face Everton in the Premier League 2 on Monday, looking to keep the pressure on league leaders Chelsea after a couple of games without a win.
Tyreece John-Jules celebrates after Lincoln City score (Photo via Twitter)

Tyreece John-Jules makes promising debut for Lincoln City

Tyreece John-Jules made his debut for Lincoln City against Shrewsbury Town on Saturday, earning praise for his performance on the day.
Tyreece John-Jules in training with Lincoln City (Photo via WeAreImps.com)

Mikel Arteta praises ‘complete player’ Tyreece John-Jules

Mikel Arteta thinks Tyreece John-Jules is a complete player who needs exposing to the world outside the comfortable environment at Arsenal.
Ben Sheaf with Doncaster Rovers (Photo via Twitter)

Rovers loan extension sparks life into Sheaf performances

Ben Sheaf signed a loan extension with Doncaster Rovers this month, and the deal is sparking new life into his performances for the team.
Matthew Dennis celebrating his winner for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Twitter)

Arsenal u18s progress to 5th round of FA Youth Cup

Arsenal u18s overcame Southampton in the FA Youth Cup on Thursday night, progressing to the fifth round of the competition.
Tyreece John-Jules (Photo via Twitter / Arsenal Academy)

Tyreece John-Jules set for loan to Lincoln City

Arsenal youth striker Tyreece John-Jules is close to joining Lincoln City on loan until the end of the season, according to reports.
Sam Greenwood (Photo via Instagram / SamGreenwood9)

Match preview: Arsenal face Southampton in FA Youth Cup

Arsenal face Southampton in the FA Youth Cup on Thursday, welcoming their opponents to Meadow Park for their fourth-round tie.
Ben Sheaf with Doncaster Rovers (Photo via Twitter / DRFC_Official)

Official: Doncaster Rovers extend Ben Sheaf loan

Doncaster Rovers have extended the loan of Arsenal 21-year-old Ben Sheaf to the end of the season, with both clubs confirming the extension today.
Bayli Spencer-Adams with Watford (Photo via Twitter)

Ex-Arsenal Dominic Thompson and Bayli Spencer-Adams impress in first FA Cup starts

Former Arsenal academy teenagers Dominic Thompson and Bayli Spencer-Adams impressed in their first FA Cup starts on Saturday.
Tyreece John-Jules (Photo via Twitter / Arsenal Academy)

Tyreece John-Jules set for FA Cup involvement vs Leeds

Tyreece John-Jules looks set to play a part in the FA Cup on Monday against Leeds United, after an early substitution with the u23s.
Sam Greenwood (Photo via Instagram / SamGreenwood9)

Sam Greenwood inspires 2nd youth comeback in 2 days

Sam Greenwood scored yet another free-kick on Saturday, bagging his second goal for an Arsenal academy team in two days.
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Arsenal u23s fight back to draw with league leaders Derby

Arsenal u23s fought back from 2-0 down to draw against Premier League 2 leaders Derby County on Friday, with substitutes playing a key role.

Arsenal vs Derby u23 match preview: Top of the table clash

Arsenal u23s return from their winter break to face league leaders Derby County on Friday, in a PL2 clash at Meadow Park.
Ben Sheaf (Photo via Twitter)

Doncaster fansite analyse the main problem for Ben Sheaf

As he comes towards the end of his short-term loan spell, a Doncaster Rovers fansite told us the biggest problem Ben Sheaf faces on the pitch right now.
Stan Flaherty and Hubert Graczyk (Photo via Instagram)

Arsenal’s Stan Flaherty attends Newcastle game after trial

Arsenal youngster Stan Flaherty attended Newcastle United's match against Everton on Saturday, after spending time on trial with the club.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 28: Mikel Arteta and Zech Medley during a training session at Emirates Stadium on December 28, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

6 Arsenal academy players join senior training pre-Chelsea

Six players from the Arsenal academy ranks joined senior training ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Chelsea.
Harry Clarke (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Harry Clarke signs new contract with Arsenal

Arsenal defender Harry Clarke signed a new long-term contract with the club this week, after establishing himself with the u23s.
Mikel Arteta speaking to the players in training (Photo via Twitter / Arsenal)

Six u23s join first Mikel Arteta training session

Mikel Arteta held his first training session as head coach on Thursday, and six of the academy players joined in with the senior group.

Arteta goodbyes, announcement & more: Top 5 Arsenal stories at 5

There's a whole lot going on at Arsenal today and not very much at all, so let's take a look at the top five stories so far today.
Arsenal u18s away to Cheltenham Town (Photo via Twitter / GaryGunnerJone1)

Match Report: Arsenal u18s overcome Cheltenham Town in FA Youth Cup

The Arsenal academy capped off the year with a third-round FA Youth Cup win over Cheltenham Town through a penalty shootout on Wednesday.
Tyreece John-Jules (Photo via Twitter / Arsenal Academy)

2 goals, 1 assist: Tyreece John-Jules stars in dramatic u23 win over Dinamo Zagreb

Arsenal u23s won the second game of their PL International Cup campaign against Dinamo Zagreb u23s on Tuesday in dramatic style, with Tyreece John-Jules the star of the show.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Stop giving Unai Emery so much credit for his treatment of Arsenal’s youth players

A table on the 'minutes played by academy graduates last season' at Arsenal reveals Unai Emery wasn't as good at integrating youth as some make out.
Folarin Balogun after scoring against Liverpool u23s (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

PL International Cup preview: Arsenal vs Zagreb details, team news, predicted lineup

Arsenal face Dinamo Zagreb in the second match of the Premier League International Cup on Tuesday, after beating Villarreal in their opening game.
Omari Hutchinson (Photo via Instagram)

Video: Arsenal u16 Omari Hutchinson scores wondergoal

Arsenal u16 Omari Hutchinson is in excellent form at the moment, and he scored a brace against Crystal Palace over the weekend.
Gabriel Martinelli (Photo via Twitter / Arsenal)

Gabriel Martinelli is the deadliest teenager in Europe

Gabriel Martinelli is the second highest scoring teenager in Europe at present and you can't help but think if he was English or at another club the mainstream media would be wetting themselves over him.
Folarin Balogun (Photo via Instagram / FolarinBalogun67)

Folarin Balogun returns from injury as late sub in 10-man Arsenal u23s defeat to...

Arsenal u23s slipped to a surprising defeat to Brighton on Friday, finishing the game with 10 men after Robbie Burton picked up two yellow cards.
Catalin Cirjan (Photo via Instagram)

Catalin Cirjan signs professional contract with Arsenal

17-year-old midfielder Catalin Cirjan signed a professional contract with Arsenal this week, after joining from Romania over the summer.
Tom Smith playing for Arsenal (Photo via Getty)

Tom Smith signs professional terms with Arsenal

17-year-old Arsenal goalkeeper Tom Smith signed professional terms with the club on Thursday, after winning the title with the u18s last season.
Tyreece John-Jules and James Olayinka ahead of the match against Standard Liege (Photo via Facebook)

3 academy youngsters could make Arsenal debuts vs Liege

Tyreece John-Jules, James Olayinka and Robbie Burton could make their Arsenal debuts on Thursday, joining the first-team squad in Liege.
Ben Sheaf (Photo via Twitter)

Ben Sheaf struggles with bad habits in 1-1 Rovers draw

Ben Sheaf had a difficult game against Milton Keynes Dons over the weekend, and we spoke to a Doncaster Rovers fansite for the lowdown.
STUTTGART, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 02: Jordi Osei-Tutu of Bochum is challenged by Atakan Karazor of VfB Stuttgart during the Second Bundesliga match between VfB Stuttgart and VfL Bochum 1848 at Mercedes-Benz Arena on September 02, 2019, in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Video: Arsenal loanee November highlight compilations

With another month of the season gone, let's have a look at how Arsenal's loanees are doing with their respective clubs.
Trae Coyle scoring the opening goal against Blackburn Rovers (Photo via Twitter)

Nathan Tormey and Trae Coyle’s improvement key to u23 upturn in form

Trae Coyle and Nathan Tormey both played key roles as Arsenal defeated Blackburn Rovers 3-1 on Friday, and their recent form has been pivotal.
Tyreece John-Jules scoring the opening goal against Blackburn Rovers (Photo via Twitter)

Match Report: Arsenal u23s go top of the league with 3-1 victory over Blackburn...

Arsenal u23s went top of the league, for a day, after beating Blackburn Rovers 3-1 at Meadow Park on Friday.
Malcolm Ebiowei (Photo via Instagram)

Released Malcolm Ebiowei concludes his West Ham trial

Released former Arsenal 16-year-old Malcolm Ebiowei has concluded his trial at West Ham with more trials planned, according to reports.
Marcelo Flores (Photo via Facebook / IstriaYouthCup)

U20 International Cup roundup: Plus Arsenal goal highlights

Arsenal have one win and one defeat on the board after their opening fixtures in the u20 International Cup in Bali, with one group game to go.
Ben Sheaf (Photo via Twitter)

Performing well and improving: Ben Sheaf’s loan report for November

Ben Sheaf has had another month of appearances on loan with Doncaster Rovers for us to look back on, and we spoke to Into The Empty Net for an update.
Harry Clarke (Photo via Twitter)

Arsenal academy defender Harry Clarke suffers minor injury setback

Arsenal academy centre-back Harry Clarke has suffered a minor injury setback, though he hopes to be back soon.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City speaks with the media during a Press Conference at The Academy Stadium on September 30, 2019 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Arsenal defender compared Freddie Ljungberg to Pep Guardiola in February

Arsenal youth defender Daniel Ballard spent the year playing under Freddie Ljungberg last season, and he compared the club's new head coach to Pep Guardiola.

Steve Bould emphasises importance of Arsenal u23 tests against experienced opponents like Villarreal

Steve Bould has emphasised the value of his u23 side playing against more experienced opposition, after their 3-0 victory over Villarreal B on Wednesday.

Jordi Osei-Tutu signed contract extension before going on loan to VfL Bochum

Jordi Osei-Tutu signed a new contract with Arsenal lasting until 2023 before moving on loan to VfL Bochum, according to reports.