95 years ago: Arsenal’s first FA Cup final win
Arsenal won their first FA Cup 95 years ago, setting the stage for dominance. But after five consecutive early exits, can they reclaim their place as cup kings?
Alex James
Alex James played for Arsenal Football Club. The former Scottish midfielder joined Arsenal from Preston North End in 1929 for £8,750. He retired as an Arsenal player in 1937. In total, he made 261 appearances for Arsenal and scored 27 goals. James was born on September 14, 1901 and died on June 1, 1953 at the age of 51.
Arsenal captains through the history of the club
Explore the history of Arsenal Football Club through the lens of its captains, a journey reflecting leadership and legacy from the early days to the modern era.
Alex James: An underrated Arsenal legend
Let’s take a trip back to the 1930s, to look at one of the first players you could truly call an “Arsenal legend”, Alex James.
Alex James: An underrated Arsenal legend
Let’s take a trip back to the 1930s, to look at one of the first players you could truly call an “Arsenal legend”, Alex James.
OTD Arsenal beat Sheffield United 9-2
On this day in 1932, Arsenal defeated Sheffield United 9-2 at Highbury on their way to winning their second title in three years and first of a hattrick of back-to-back titles