Football Archives: 08/2025

The UEFA Women’s Champions League qualifying draw has been made, with giants of the women’s game set to fight for the final places in the new League phase.

Arsenal now know who they will face in this year’s Champions League after the draw took place in Monaco

Leeds midfielder Ao Tanaka suffered an MCL injury against Arsenal, raising fresh concerns for Daniel Farke as his side face a growing midfield crisis.

Chris Kavanagh will referee Arsenal’s trip to Anfield, a decision likely to worry fans after a series of controversial calls in previous high-profile games.

Bukayo Saka faces four weeks out with a hamstring injury, missing key clashes and England duty, though scans show no long-term damage.

Laila Harbert joins Portland Thorns on loan until January, a bold move that could shape her future in midfield as she continues her rapid rise.

Olivier Giroud has scored twice in his first two games for Lille at 38, including a stoppage-time winner against Monaco that marked his 350th career goal.

Liverpool suffer a defensive blow as Jeremie Frimpong is sidelined until mid-September, leaving Arne Slot short of options before key games against Newcastle and Arsenal.

Fabio Vieira is in talks over a £30m move to Stuttgart. Injuries, competition and Arteta’s system left him sidelined, but Germany may suit his style.

Arsenal lost 4-3 to Tottenham in a pre-season derby, with Renée Slegers and Victoria Pelova outlining key lessons ahead of the new campaign.

Leeds suffer a major setback as Ethan Ampadu is ruled out until after the break, though Noah Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin could face Arsenal.

Arsenal are linked with Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins after Kai Havertz’s injury, but the move for Jackson divides opinion.

William Saliba says Arsenal must go beyond near misses and finally win the Premier League after three straight second-place finishes.

With Arsenal moving to sign Eberechi Eze, partially because of Kai Havertz’s knee injury, just how sturdy is the Crystal Palace man?

Eberechi Eze cried for a week when Arsenal released him in 2011. Now, after hijacking Spurs’ move, the Gunners are bringing him back to north London.

Tottenham were confident of signing Eberechi Eze, but Arsenal struck at the right moment to hijack the deal. Here’s how the transfer battle was really won.

Rúben Amorim explains why André Onana was left out against Arsenal, as Altay Bayindir’s error gifted the Gunners victory at Old Trafford.

Krystian Bielik signs for West Brom, his third club in six years, as the ex-Arsenal youngster looks to rebuild after injuries and mixed spells elsewhere.

Arsenal are monitoring Palmeiras defender Benedetti, with Arteta reportedly approving a move as the 19-year-old draws attention from across Europe.

Jurrien Timber says he feels good after ankle surgery and is ready to return, hailing Mikel Arteta’s influence and Arsenal’s defensive strength.