Football Archives: 12/2025

Leah Williamson receives a CBE in the New Year Honours List, while Chloe Kelly is again overlooked despite England’s European Championship win.

Freddie Ljungberg praises Dan Ballard’s mentality and development after the former Arsenal defender established himself in the Premier League.

Arteta explains Timber’s absence and Calafiori’s late withdrawal as Arsenal cope with further defensive disruption.

Arsenal top the Premier League fair play table after avoiding red cards this season, with Mikel Arteta welcoming the improvement in discipline.

Martin Ødegaard explains how Arsenal players manage fitness, recovery and focus during the festive fixture congestion and why preparation matters most.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot criticises a Tottenham challenge after Alexander Isak suffers a leg fracture, with the striker set for months out.

Mikel Arteta provides an injury update on Kai Havertz and Gabriel Magalhaes ahead of Arsenal’s next Premier League test.

William Saliba says Arsenal want to win every competition this season, insisting the squad believe trophies must now follow recent progress.

Brighton expect Danny Welbeck and Jan Paul van Hecke to return, with suspensions ending as Fabian Hürzeler updates his squad ahead of Arsenal.

Arsenal beat Crystal Palace to reach the Subway Cup semi-finals, setting up a home tie with Manchester United

Arsenal Women receive multiple award nominations after a strong December, with recognition for coaching, goals and individual performances.

Arsenal Women confirm FA Cup and Champions League dates, with broadcast details set and a demanding February schedule ahead.

Arsenal academy midfielder Harrison Dudziak joins Braintree Town on loan, taking his first senior step in competitive men’s football.

Viktor Gyokeres reflects on his penalty winner at Everton and the importance of keeping focus despite Arsenal returning to the top.

Arsenal beat Everton away to move back to the top of the Premier League at Christmas, responding after Manchester City went briefly ahead.

Viktor Gyokeres wins Sweden’s Forward of the Year for a third straight season, finishing ahead of Alexander Isak once again.

As part of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 club benefits programme, Arsenal have received a total of €408,435 from UEFA for players released to take part in the tournament.

David Moyes claims Arsenal underpaid for Declan Rice, insisting the midfielder was worth far more than the £100m fee agreed.

Fresh reports reveal a key detail behind ex-Gunner’s Mexico exit, contradicting earlier claims

Arsenal learn their FA Cup fate as a congested winter schedule takes shape, with prize money at stake and pressure building across five competitions.