Why playing Granit Xhaka can solve 2 Arsenal problems in 1

In the last two games, Arsenal have shown that they have the strongest squad in the Premier League, and that they have two distinct formulas available to them that they can use can get results in almost any circumstance but Granit Xhaka is the key

I don’t give a s**t who leaves: Arsenal fans react to Liverpool humiliation

Arsenal fans were understandably outraged at what could only generously be described as a "performance" from their side at Anfield on Sunday.

Pundits say Theo Walcott should leave Arsenal, but will he? When?

After Arsenal's match against Red Star Belgrade in mid-week, yet another pundit told Theo Walcott he should leave the Gunners. But will he, and if so, when?
KINGSTON UPON THAMES, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 18: Yeovil Town Ladies FC warm-up prior to the FA WSL match between Chelsea Women and Yeovil Town FC at The Cherry Red Records Stadium on November 18, 2018 in Kingston upon Thames, England. (Photo by Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images)

Is the FA putting clubs at risk to help the England team?

Yeovil Town have released another statement confirming they were docked 10 points by the FA putting them bottom of the table with minus six points but the FA have already shown they don't care for their fate.
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Episode 92: Arsenal find their cojones plus laughing at Spurs & more

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Anita and Helen to discuss winning at Wembley, the team finding its cojones, being reminded what it feels like to laugh at Spurs and what a cup final place means for the club.

Is the age of Özil really over?

Barney Ronay wrote this week that the "Age of Özil" is over at Arsenal so we thought we'd take a look and see if that's really the case.

15 Arsenal games that required lots of alcohol

While we don't condone the use of negative coping mechanisms here at Cannon Towers, we do acknowledge that sometimes the only way to deal with watching certain Arsenal games is to get a little bit squiffy.

What have we learnt from the Emirates Cup?

With another pre-season trophy in the bag, pre-season has gone well, but what have we learnt about Arsenal from the Emirates Cup weekend? With Arsenal...
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Episode 115: We all live in a Nacho Monreal world

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon podcast, Matthew is joined by Anita and Helen beating BATE and Brighton, Giroud joining the 100 club, and the potential importance of Alex Iwobi and Jack Wilshere.

Arsenal confidential: Jack’s feels, disappointing journos and beating bottling

You’ve lost that lovin’ feeling Breaking with a five year tradition, Arsenal seem to have got a handle on their injury problems. Coming back from...

The Curious Case of Calum Chambers

Calum Chambers has fallen out of favour since the festive period - the question is why? After a shaky weekend performance, Daily Cannon looks at why things are no longer going so swimmingly for the summer signing.

Grow a spine: Arsenal board must step up to stop this madness

For the first time in around 10 years, Arsenal fans were united once again as they called for Arsene Wenger to leave the club. People who had said they wanted him to go but wouldn’t ask for him to be sacked were calling for just that.

Why Santi Cazorla deserves to be smiling again

You knew this one was coming... I've gone a couple of ways round with this post. There is the straight retelling of Santi Cazorla's Arsenal...

Arsenal’s season: The five stages of grief

As apathetic as I've become towards Arsenal during the latter stages of this season, let it be known that I am devastated with how we've ended up.

Amazing Arsenal phone wallpaper collaboration with Humans Of The Arsenal + new signings bonus

It's been a while since I've made a set of phone wallpapers and I've been asked a few times on Twitter when are the next ones coming, so here they are!

Five ways to beat the post-season blues

by Nia Griffiths With the 2014/15 season now well and truly behind us, many will be finding the sudden lack of football depressing. I know how...
Shkodran Mustafi

The making of Mustafi

Despite the desire and courage required to leave his home town in 2009, Mustafi only achieved his dream of playing in England’s highest tier in 2016.
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Episode 70: Olivier Giroud’s magnificent whiskers

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Anita and Sylvain to discuss the draw at Old Trafford, the upcoming CL group decider with PSG, and Olivier Giroud's magnificent whiskers.
Paul Williams Santi Cazorla

The transcendental nature of Olivier Giroud

This post was written prior to the events of Tuesday night Olivier Giroud scored the goal of the season on Sunday evening. Okay, yes, it's a...

Why Arsenal need to keep Szczesny at all costs

Back in February, I wrote a column on the five things we learned from Arsenal's horror show at Chelsea and one of my points has never seemed more relevant.

Proof Mesut Özil is being singled out unfairly for criticism

Mesut Özil has, once again, been picked out by pundits as the reason why Arsenal didn't win a match.
Helen Trantum column

Margin for error: The solution to Arsenal’s injury woes

Professional athletes get injured a lot.

Will Brexit lead to Wenger’s exit?

Well. That escalated quickly, huh?!

Arsene Wenger’s siege mentality: Good or bad for Arsenal?

Arsene Wenger's outrage against referees could create a siege mentality at the club, but would that be a good thing?
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Episode 188: Bleep the International Break

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Stephen and Lana Dawood discuss the week's football news, with everything from Miedema's goal vs...

Would Arsenal have to alter their playing style to fit Jamie Vardy?

News that Arsenal have triggered Jamie Vardy's release clause was met a mixed response from Gooners but what would it mean in term of tactical changes for Arsene Wenger's side?

Thinking outside of the Ox?

by Lewis Ambrose If you count the Community Shield as a competitive match pre-season is now over and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has reaffirmed the idea that...
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Episode 75: Merry bloody Christmas

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Paul and Helen to dissect a dispiriting week, discuss Ozil...
Helen Trantum column

Lies, Statistics & Petr Cech

You’ve probably heard of xG models.

Happy Xmas and all that jazz: a little note of thanks and change

Happy Christmas from the whole team at Daily Cannon

Why can’t Arsenal win away in the Premier League?

Arsenal suffered defeat in their last away game in the Premier League, and are still without a win on the road this season. So what's going wrong for the Gunners on their travels?
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Episode 167: A (not all that) Magnificent Seven

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita look back at home victories against local rivals Watford and Brentford and...

Granit Xhaka’s disciplinary record: The truth v the narrative

Granit Xhaka arrived in the Premier League last season with a reputation for getting himself into trouble with the ref on a regular basis.

What to do with Walcott?

Theo Walcott is looking as if he is far from first choice for the Arsenal. Could it be because of his contract?

How to date someone who doesn’t get football

Let's face it. Finding a partner who is as mad about the Arsenal as you are isn't an easy thing to do.
Helen Trantum column

Protests and Tantrums

Arsenal are listening to fans - they just don't agree with them

Five key moments that helped Arsenal win the FA Cup

Our defence of the FA Cup swings back into action this weekend. Yeah, meedja, look! We won something last season Yes, I know, you've noticed that...
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 29: Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Arsenal is closed down by Alexis Sanchez of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford on April 29, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Mkhitaryan v Alexis: Did Arsenal or Manchester United get the better deal?

Henrikh Mkhitaryan was widely criticised after his display for Arsenal against Bournemouth on Sunday and it got some fans wondering, who got the worst deal, Arsenal or Manchester United?

Change for change’s sake?

It may be time for a change, but Arsenal fans need to change before the board take notice.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Petr Cech of Arsenal and Arsene Wenger, Manager of Arsenal celebrate with The FA Community Shield during the The FA Community Shield final between Chelsea and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 6, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)

How much longer will Petr Cech be Arsenal’s number one?

Petr Cech may still possess a lot of quality, but for how much longer can Arsenal rely on him as their number one?