Tag: David Ospina

David Ospina began his career with Colombian side Atlético Nacional, where he made over 150 appearances before moving to France to play for Nice. In 2014, he signed with Arsenal, where he played for four seasons, making over 50 appearances. Ospina then joined Napoli on loan in 2018 and later joined the club permanently. He has also earned over 80 caps for the Colombia national team.

Comprehensive fixture list for Arsenal players this international break

It's time for another international break and two weeks away from club football, so to help you cope here's the fixture list for all the Arsenal players called up.

Xhaka continues to impress as Welbeck steals the headlines: Player ratings v Milan

Arsenal overcame a brief comeback scare to ease past AC Milan with a 3-1 win in the second leg of their last-16 Europa League tie on Thursday.
Sven Mislintat, formerly of Borussia Dortmund, has become Arsenal's new Head of Recruitment.

The 4 positions Sven Mislintat wants to buy this summer assessed

Sven Mislintat wants Arsenal to sign players in four different positions this summer, according to reports, in what is shaping up to be a significantly busier window than last year.
Olivier Giroud after signing for Chelsea in January 2018

4 of the weirdest decisions Arsenal made this season

When Arsenal tied Arsene Wenger down to another two-year extension at the end of last season, fans thought the decision pretty weird considering the state of the club, but little did we know this was only the beginning.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 25: Aaron Ramsey of Arsenal talks to Calum Chambers and Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Final between Arsenal and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on February 25, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

The four positions Arsenal need to strengthen in the summer

It's fairly clear right now that Arsenal's squad is far from perfect, but which positions in particular do the club need to look at in the summer?
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - MARCH 04: Jack Wilshere of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Arsenal at Amex Stadium on March 4, 2018 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

7 biggest problems Arsenal have

Arsenal have a lot of problems right now and if some aren't dealt with soon, they could have massive repercussions going forward.

Özil stars in committed Arsenal display: Player ratings v Milan

Arsenal finally ended their losing streak with a top team performance away at the San Siro, beating Milan 2-0 on the night.
AC Milan's Brazilian forward Robinho celebrates after scoring with AC Milan's Swedish forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic during the UEFA Champions League round of 16 first leg match AC Milan vs Arsenal at San Siro stadium on February 15, 2012 in Milan. AFP PHOTO / GIUSEPPE CACACE

9 questions Arsenal fans are asking before AC Milan

Arsenal travel to Italy for their Europa League first leg tie against AC Milan and it's hard to find anyone feeling optimistic, or that bothered. Ahead of the game, I imagined some questions fans might be asking and tried to answer them.

Arsenal show interest in Leno who will only leave Germany to be number 1

Arsenal have shown an interest in Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno, who has a release clause of €25m, according to reports in Germany.
Brighton's Dutch midfielder Davy Propper (L) vies with Arsenal's German defender Shkodran Mustafi during the English Premier League football match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Arsenal at the American Express Community Stadium in Brighton, southern England on March 4, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Glyn KIRK /

16 players who should or could leave Arsenal this summer

Arsenal need more than a change of manager, they need to completely revamp their playing squad as well.

Why Arsenal have struggled to offload Ospina

After Sergio Aguero chipped David Ospina during Manchester City's 3-0 Carabao Cup win on Sunday, Arsenal fans were once again left thinking: How does...

Ospina hints at Arsenal exit… again

David Ospina has hinted that he could be leaving Arsenal in the summer.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 25: Aaron Ramsey of Arsenal talks to Calum Chambers and Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Final between Arsenal and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on February 25, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Picking out the worst performers: Arsenal ratings v Manchester City

Arsenal slumped to a humiliating League Cup final defeat on Sunday, losing 3-0 to Manchester City, and there was hardly a single positive individual performance of note.

Defensive blunders, dramatic Pep Guardiola & ‘Aguerooo!’: 23 things Arsenal fans can expect from...

After Arsenal lost 2-1 at home to Östersunds FK on Thursday night, it's probably fair to say that Gooners aren't expecting much from the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City on Sunday.

Playing Ospina against Manchester City not a ‘gamble’ as suggested

James Olley wrote in the Evening Standard thaJames Olley wrote in the Evening Standard that starting David Ospina in the League Cup final is a 'gamble' that isn't 'worth the risk', but is he being unfair on the keeper? t starting David Ospina in the League Cup final is a 'gamble' that's isn't 'worth the risk', but is he being unfair on the keeper?

He pointed at others to do it instead: Brutal Arsenal player ratings

Arsenal suffered a poor 2-1 defeat to Östersunds FK on Thursday night, which was disappointing despite the aggregate result putting the club in the next round.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: David Ospina of Arsenal celebrates after Hector Bellerin of Arsenal scored the 3rd arsenal goal during the UEFA Europa League group H match between Arsenal FC and 1. FC Koeln at Emirates Stadium on September 14, 2017 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

53%: Arsenal fans want Ospina to be no.1

Arsenal fans have spoken and it seems that most of you want David Ospina to take over from Petr Cech as no.1.

Nelson and Welbeck to start: Predicted 4-3-3 line up vs Östersunds FK

Arsenal play Östersunds FK in the second leg of their round-of-32 tie on Thursday night, and with a cup final at the weekend, you can expect changes to the starting lineup.

Ospina, Chambers & Monreal make UEFA Team of the Week

Despite having a great match against Östersunds FK on Thursday night, Mesut Ozil hasn't been chosen by UEFA for their Europa League team of the week.

‘A million times better than Cech!’: Arsenal fans in state of shock over Ospina...

An Arsenal goalkeeper did the unthinkable against Östersunds FK on Thursday night: they saved a penalty.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: David Ospina of Arsenal celebrates after Hector Bellerin of Arsenal scored the 3rd arsenal goal during the UEFA Europa League group H match between Arsenal FC and 1. FC Koeln at Emirates Stadium on September 14, 2017 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Ospina and Özil shine but Welbeck struggles: Player ratings vs Östersund

Arsenal put in a professional display to win 3-0 away in Östersund on Thursday night. Although the team never really hit top gear, a couple of individual performances shone through.

Iwobi dropped: Predicted Arsenal 4-3-3 for huge Tottenham game

After last week's emphatic win against Everton, Arsenal will want to keep the good feelings going with a similar starting XI in the North London derby on Saturday.
SWANSEA, WALES - JANUARY 30: Petr Cech of Arsenal reacts after Jordan Ayew of Swansea City (not pictured) scored his sides second goal during the Premier League match between Swansea City and Arsenal at Liberty Stadium on January 30, 2018 in Swansea, Wales. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Cech vs Ospina: Who would be worse for Arsenal?

Arsenal may have to call upon David Ospina when they play Tottenham on Saturday, but would he really be any worse than Petr Cech at the moment?
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 03: Petr Cech of Arsenal walks off injured during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on February 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Cech still a doubt as Tottenham welcome back Alderweireld

Petr Cech remains an injury doubt for Arsenal, while Tottenham can call upon Toby Alderweireld and new signing Lucas Moura for Saturday's North London derby.

Cech set to miss out on North London Derby

Petr Cech is expected to miss the North London Derby on Saturday afternoon, which is concerning.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 24: Nacho Monreal celebrates the own goal of Antonio Rudiger of Chelsea during the Carabao Cup Semi-Final Second Leg at Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Monreal is Arsenal’s hero again as Elneny underwhelms: Player ratings vs Chelsea

Granit Xhaka's winner against Chelsea saw Arsenal book their place in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley, with Nacho Monreal delivering a man-of-the-match performance.

Great saves against brilliant sides: Arsenal’s top 5 saves of 2017

Arsenal put together a video to celebrate some of the best saves of the year from their first-team goalkeepers, so let's a look at each of them.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: David Ospina of Arsenal celebrates after Hector Bellerin of Arsenal scored the 3rd arsenal goal during the UEFA Europa League group H match between Arsenal FC and 1. FC Koeln at Emirates Stadium on September 14, 2017 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Top 3 worst Arsenal players of 2017

It's that time of year again when we reflect on the best and worst of Arsenal. And let's face it, the 'worst' column is the longest.

4 players Arsenal must sell as soon as possible

Arsene Wenger may want to keep his squad together, but there are some players that need to leave as soon as possible.

‘Keep calm and carry on?

The need for a new number one next season is growing by the game. But who could we get?

Club Brugge eyeing up Ospina deal

Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina could be a target for Belgian side Club Brugge, who are looking to make the Colombian international first-choice between the sticks this season.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: David Ospina of Arsenal celebrates after Hector Bellerin of Arsenal scored the 3rd arsenal goal during the UEFA Europa League group H match between Arsenal FC and 1. FC Koeln at Emirates Stadium on September 14, 2017 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Ospina reveals what goalkeepers he studies and his hopes for Arsenal

David Ospina has spoken about the influences on his goalkeeping style, the pressures of being a keeper and why he loves being between the sticks so much.

Predicted Arsenal 3-4-3 line-up v BATE Borisov: Wilshere and Walcott in

Arsenal are likely to rotate heavily for their match against BATE Borisov on Thursday, with Southampton to come at the weekend. Jack Wilshere and Theo Walcott will start.

Who will Arsenal players face at the World Cup next summer?

After the World Cup draw took place earlier this afternoon, we're looking at who the Arsenal players will face at the competition next summer.

Deportivo want Lucas and Ospina on permanent deals next summer

Deportivo la Coruna are looking to buy both David Ospina and Lucas Perez permanently next summer, according to reports in Spain.

Wenger to play more experienced team against Cologne

Arsene Wenger says we'll see a more experienced team play against Cologne in tonight's Europa League clash.

Walcott a doubt for Cologne game

Theo Walcott could miss tonight's Europa League meeting with FC Cologne game due to illness.

11 changes: Predicted Arsenal 3-4-3 lineup v FC Köln

Arsenal travel to the RheinEnergieStadion to face German side FC Köln in the Europa League, knowing a draw will ensure of their place in the last-32 as group-winners.

Ospina could return to former club Nacional in January

David Ospina could make a return to Atletico Nacional on loan in January, in order to cement his place in Colombia's World Cup squad.

Ospina offered the chance to leave Arsenal in January

David Ospina has been offered the chance to leave Arsenal in January, to allow him to keep his place in the Colombia World Cup squad ahead of next summer's tournament.