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Agent insists Arsenal to blame for Ashley Cole sale

At 20 years of age, Ashely Cole became Arsenal's first choice left-back. At 21, he played for England at a World Cup having won the...

Robin van Persie: I’m in awe of Patrick Vieira

Robin van Persie was recently filmed warming up for his new team Fenerbahce looking less than pleased with his surroundings. The striker has since spoken...

Čech: Arsenal legend David Seaman was special

Petr Čech's class is undeniable. At 33 years of age, the goalkeeper is showing no signs of letting up. Early form - a nightmare Premier...

Merson: Klopp is a gamble

Paul Merson probably would've love to play under Jürgen Klopp. The former Arsenal midfielder was a bit wacky, up for a laugh and had boundless...

Lassana Diarra, the DM that got away

As they prepare to host the European Championship next Summer, France continued their winning ways with a simple 4-0 victory over Armenia. Didier Deschamps has...

Barcelona star: Fabregas would leak Arsenal’s team when they played Manchester United

In what appears to be a bit of a strange interview with Marca, Gerard Pique has said that, when Cesc Fabregas played for Arsenal...

Henry: Mourinho isn’t in danger, but has his toughest test

Former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry thinks José Mourinho is facing his toughest ever test at Chelsea. The Blues won the Premier League just five months...
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Former Tottenham stopper threatening a David Seaman record

Former Spurs goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes is threatening a Premier League record held by Arsenal legend David Seaman. Now at Watford, Gomes saved the Hornets a...

Diaby set for first Marseille appearance

Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby is finally set to make his first appearance for Olympique Marseille. The Frenchman joined the Ligue 1 side in the...

Wright doesn’t see Klopp as the man for Liverpool

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has had his say on the managerial situation at Liverpool. The club sacked Brendan Rodgers on Sunday following a 1-1 draw...

Winterburn: The players are frustrating Wenger

Former Arsenal defender Nigel Winterburn has spoken out in defence of Arsène Wenger, saying the manager must be frustrated by his players. The Arsenal boss...

Anelka backs Martial to shine

Nicolas Anelka knows what it's like to be a teenage French striker who cost an astronomical amount of money. Almost. At the age of 20,...

Nicholas slams loss as ‘criminal’

Former Arsenal striker Charlie Nicholas has slammed the way Arsenal lost to Olympiacos on Tuesday night. The Gunner, who had already lost their first Champions...

Petit: It’s all about money for players now

Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes that footballers only care about money these days and not the clubs they are playing for. While it is...

Sagna explains why he left Arsenal

Former Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna is one of the few players in recent years to leave without upsetting the fans. The right-back spent seven years...

Nicholas: Alexis snub has cost Liverpool

As Arsenal were winning the north London derby on Wednesday night, Liverpool were struggling past League 2 side Carlisle United at Anfield. Brendan Rodgers fielded...

Hillier: North London derby brings out the best

Former Arsenal midfielder David Hillier has spoken about the importance of the north London derby ahead of Wednesday night's League Cup game. Arsenal travel to...

Seaman: We have to trust Wenger

David Seaman ended his 13-year Arsenal career under Arsène Wenger, and believes fans must stand by the manager when things become difficult. The former Arsenal...

Seaman: Arsenal have to play a strong side against Tottenham

Arsenal goalkeeping legend David Seaman has emphasised the importance of Wednesday's trip pro White Hart Lane, insisting the Gunners choose a strong team. The former...

David Seaman: It is a problem solved for Arsene

David Seaman has been lauding Petr Cech as the man who can help Arsenal gain some manner of consistency. The former Chelsea man left Stamford...

Diaby’s determination hailed as midfielder nears playing return

Abou Diaby's determination to return from injury has been hailed by the Marseille Club doctor as the former Arsenal man gets closer to a...

Lehmann: Arsenal v Spurs is the best London derby

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann has fond memories of north London derbies, he won the league in one, and has called it the 'most...

Watch: Arsenal legend produces cheeky bit of skill

Anders Limpar showed he's still got it recently with a backheeled trick shot planted into the top corner target of a goal. The former Arsenal...

Wenger: Where I spotted Eduardo

Arsenal's last game against Dinamo Zagreb saw the Gunners qualify for the Champions League group stage with a 2-1 win against the Croatian side. After...

Henry takes u19 training before UEFA Youth League opener

With the Champions League set to begin, youth teams around the continent will also get the chance to pit themselves against their European counterparts. The UEFA...

Lehmann talks with 1. FC Nürnberg end

Talks have broken down between former Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann 2. Bundesliga club 1. FC Nürnberg about the possibility of him becoming the club's new sporting...

Podolski: Their offer seduced me from the first moment

Lukas Podolski has revealed that Galatasaray's offer 'seduced' him from the very first moment he heard it, admitting that he had expected to be...
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Keown impressed by Manchester United midfielder

Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown has admitted that Bastian Schweinsteiger was a fantastic signing for Manchester United. The German midfielder signed for the Premier League...

Lost Generation: Arsenal in Zagreb, 2006

This week sees the start of the new Champions League season, with Arsenal travelling to Zagreb for the first group game. It isn't the first...

Hughes reveals Wenger is fully on board the banter bus

Former Arsenal midfielder Stephen Hughes has revealed that far from the stoic, unfeeling man many believe Arsene Wenger to be, the boss is actually...

Anelka: Wenger can improve Giroud, trust him

Former Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka has told fans to believe in Arsène Wenger and has backed the manager to continue succeeding at the club. Anelka...

Vermaelen: Arsenal and Barcelona are similar

After an entire year sidelined by injury, Thomas Vermaelen is finally embarking on a career at Barcelona. The former Arsenal captain has started in both...

Watch: Diaby completes full Marseille training session

Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby has completed his first full training session for Olympique Marseille. The Frenchman returned to Ligue 1 back in July but...

Petit: Wenger treated me like a human

Emmanuel Petit has opened up about the struggles he faced mourning the deaths of his brother, best friend and grandfather, and revealed how Arsene...

Cabaye: Martial is the ‘new Henry’

Manchester United have spent a huge initial £36m on Anthony Martial, but could he prove to be worth it? The deal for the 19-year-old will...

Hamann: Müller reminds me of Ljungberg

Germany, with Mesut Özil on the pitch, beat Scotland 3-2 on Monday night with two goals coming from Thomas Müller. The Bayern Munich star struck...

Arsenal youth product nets against Netherlands

Born in the Netherlands, Oguzhan Özyakup found himself in London as an Arsenal player at the age of 16. A career with the Gunners didn't...

Watch: Andre Santos scores a goal!

Andre Santos scored an actual, real life goal for FC Wil 1900 to bring his tally for this season up to three goals in...

Watch: Henry rolls back the years in charity game

Thierry Henry rolled back the years as he enjoyed the international break by playing in a charity match against Real Madrid legends. Playing for Laureus...

Miquel hails Vermaelen after Barcelona appearances

Former Arsenal captain Thomas Vermaelen is finally fit and playing games again following a frustrating first year in Spain. The centre-half moved to Barcelona in...