Tag: Ben Cottrell

Ben Cottrell playing for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Cottrell on Instagram)

Arsenal academy boss admits talented youngster needs a move

Arsenal u21 boss Mehmet Ali thinks Ben Cottrell needs to be playing senior football next season, after his strong return from injury.
Zane Monlouis competes for the ball against the Everton u21s (Photo via EvertonFC.com)

Report: Arsenal u21s thrash Everton in return to form

The Arsenal u21s finally got back to winning way in emphatic fashion on Friday night, coming from behind to thrash Everton 4-1.

Arsenal u21s mathematically avoid relegation with comeback draw

While the first team were in action against Southampton on Friday night, the Arsenal u21s took on Fulham at Meadow Park.
Charles Sagoe Jr runs for the ball for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

4 goals in 7 minutes see Arsenal u21s secure dramatic draw

The Arsenal u21s came from behind twice to secure a draw against Brighton on Friday night, after a whirlwind second half.
Ben Cottrell with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Cottrell on Instagram)

Arsenal 21yo scores in 1st game for 11 months

The Arsenal u21s won their Premier League Cup group on Sunday, with Ben Cottrell scoring on his return to the team after injury.
Ben Cottrell with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Cottrell on Instagram)

2 Arsenal youngsters return to training after injuries

Ben Cottrell and Tino Quamina are back in training with the Arsenal academy, as they close in on their comebacks from injury.
Ben Cottrell with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Cottrell on Instagram)

“Life isn’t fair”: Arsenal midfielder confirms injury surgery

Arsenal youth midfielder Ben Cottrell has confirmed he's had surgery after another frustrating injury setback.

Arsenal 18yo makes vital 88th-minute penalty save

Ovie Ejeheri made a late penalty save to earn a weakened Arsenal u23 side a point on the road against Derby County on Friday.

Arsenal u23 hits 18th g/a after making bench vs Liverpool

The Arsenal u23s put qualification from the Premier League Cup group stages in their own hands with a big win over Bournemouth on Tuesday.
Folarin Balogun of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium, London, England on 22 August 2021. Copyright: Vince Mignott

Arsenal make 7 young players available for loan

Arsenal have made seven of their academy players available for loan moves in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Miguel Azeez (2L) and the Arsenal u23s celebrate his goal against Ebbsfleet United (Photo by Dan Critchlow)

Miguel Azeez follows up Watford goal with another stunner in 4-1 win

Miguel Azeez scored another fantastic goal as Arsenal's u23s bounced back from defeat to beat Ebbsfleet United 4-1 in their second pre-season fixture.
Ben Cottrell trains with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

3 Arsenal youngsters return from injury as pre-season starts

The Arsenal u23s returned from their holidays for pre-season on Thursday, with a few players recovering from injury to rejoin training.
Nikolaj Moller with the Arsenal u23s in training (Photo via Moller on Instagram)

Arsenal to loan out 8 players

Arsenal have already made decisions on eight of their u23 players ahead of the summer transfer window, confirming they're available for loan.
Ben Cottrell with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal youngster has surgery on season-ending injury

Ben Cottrell has had successful surgery on an injury that will keep him out until at least the end of the current campaign.
Dundalk v Arsenal Europa League 10/12/2020. Ben Cottrell of Arsenal during the Europa League Group B match between Dundalk and Arsenal at Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Republic of Ireland on 10 December 2020. Copyright: Ben Whitley

Arsenal 19yo suffers season-ending injury

Arsenal youngster Ben Cottrell, who made his first-team debut this campaign, is now out injured for the rest of the season.
Ben Cottrell playing for the Arsenal u23s against Spurs (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Charlie Patino scores against Spurs again

17-year-old midfielder Charlie Patino made his u23 debut for Arsenal as they drew 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur on Friday.
DUBLIN, IRELAND: Folarin Balogun of Arsenal scores their sides fourth goal past Gary Rogers of Dundalk during the UEFA Europa League Group B stage match between Dundalk FC and Arsenal FC at Aviva Stadium on December 10, 2020. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Arsenal academy stars show Arteta their worth vs Dundalk

On Thursday night, Folarin Balogun, Miguel Azeez, and Ben Cottrell underlined the role the Arsenal academy can play for Mikel Arteta.
Folarin Balogun joining the Arsenal squad travelling for their Europa League match (Photo via Balogun on Twitter)

3 promotions, 1 return: The 4 stepping up to Arsenal’s first-team squad

Miguel Azeez, Folarin Balogun, Ben Cottrell, and Emile Smith Rowe are all joining the Arsenal senior squad for Thursday night after their recent u23 appearances.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 11: Ben Cottrell of Arsenal during the Premier League 2 match between Arsenal U23 and Southampton U23 at London Colney on September 11, 2020 in St Albans, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal academy match reports with goal videos as u23s & u18s take on Southampton

The Arsenal u23s and u18s played the first games of their respective league seasons this weekend, coincidentally both facing Southampton.
William Saliba on his friendly debut against MK Dons (Photo via David Price on Twitter)

4 Arsenal players who caught the eye in MK Dons friendly

Arsenal won their first pre-season friendly 4-1 against MK Dons on Tuesday, as they prepare for the weekend Community Shield match.
Alfie Matthews with Arsenal (Photo via Instagram)

Video: Newcastle-linked Arsenal 18-year-old scores lovely curling effort

Alfie Matthews scored a lovely curling effort for a 10-man Arsenal u18 side in a draw with Norwich City on Wednesday.
Tyreece John-Jules (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Video: Teenage Arsenal striker scores excellent half-volley - in line for first-team chances

Two of the Arsenal u23s' in-form players combined to score the winner against Southampton on Saturday, underlining their continued progress this season.
Ben Cottrell (Photo via Instagram / BenCottrell80)

Borussia Dortmund and Marseille interested in Arsenal teenager Ben Cottrell

Arsenal 17-year-old Ben Cottrell is drawing interest from Borussia Dortmund and Marseille, according to reports.
Alfie Matthews (Photo via Instagram)

Talented 15-year-old features as Arsenal u18s get back to winning ways

Arsenal's u18s got their first league win since August against Reading on Saturday, grinding out a 1-0 victory away from home.
Photo via Instagram / FolarinBalogun67

A win, draw and defeat with plenty of positives: Arsenal youth roundup

If you missed this week's Daily Cannon Weekly podcast, episode 215, you'll have missed our youth round-up, but never fear, we have the details below for you.
Ben Cottrell (Photo via Instagram / BenCottrell80)

Key injured midfielder returns from injury to score as Arsenal u18s win 3-0

Ben Cottrell returned from injury to score as the Arsenal u18s defeated Wolves 3-0 in their first match of the u18 Premier League Cup.
Malcolm Ebiowei (Photo via Instagram / MalcolmEbiowei)

Talented Arsenal 15-year-old makes u18 debut after Nigeria youth call-up

Arsenal 15-year-old Malcolm Ebiowei made his debut for the u18s on Saturday, featuring in a disappointing late defeat to Southampton.
Luke Plange (Photo via Instagram / LukePlange9)

Report: Arsenal u18s draw 1-1 with West Ham, u16s win 3-1

Arsenal's u18s managed to earn a draw in very difficult circumstances away to West Ham on Saturday, as the u16s won 3-1 against the same opposition.
Luigi Gaspar on Instagram after his debut against Aston Villa for Arsenal u16s

Arsenal u18s and u16s both put five goals past Aston Villa: Edu’s son makes...

Arsenal's u18 and u16 teams both scored five against Aston Villa on Saturday, with Edu's son Luigi Gaspar making his debut among others.
Joel Lopez signs a new contract for Arsenal. Highbury House. Emirates Stadium, 27/6/19. Credit : Arsenal Football Club / David Price.

Arsenal sign goalkeeper, nobody notices

Arsenal have handed professional contracts to three youngsters - Ben Cottrell, Joel Lopez, and James Hillson who arrived on loan from Reading and has now signed a permanent deal.
Joel Lopez signs a new contract for Arsenal. Highbury House. Emirates Stadium, 27/6/19. Credit : Arsenal Football Club / David Price.

Arsenal sign 18-year-old Reading keeper & hand out 2 more contracts

Arsenal have handed professional contracts to three youngsters - Ben Cottrell, Joel Lopez, and James Hillson who arrived on loan from Reading and has now signed a permanent deal.
Matt Smith (L), Ben Cottrell and Harry Clarke (R) celebrate after the Arsenal u18s' late winner against Tottenham Hotspur (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Arsenal teenager makes England debut in Slovakia Cup

Ben Cottrell made his debut for the England u18s on Tuesday, and Tyreece John-Jules and Vontae Daley-Campbell also featured in a 2-2 draw with Slovakia.

Arsenal smash Derby County 5-0 with debuts for 2 players

Arsenal moved into third place and got revenge for suffering a 5-0 defeat at the hands of Derby by putting five past them on Monday night.

Bukayo Saka stars as Arsenal u18s complete incredible comeback victory over Tottenham

Arsenal's u18s came back from 2-0 down in the final five minutes to defeat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 on Tuesday, securing their position at the top of the table.
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Watch: Arsenal teenager scores 2 goals from outside the box in 1 game

Arsenal's u18s thrashed Swansea City 8-0 in the early Saturday kickoff this weekend, with 17-year-old midfielder Ben Cottrell one of the stars of the show.
Ben Cottrell

Arsenal starlet wanted by Euro giants 'honoured' to be at Arsenal

Marseille and Borussia Dortmund are tracking Arsenal’s Ben Cottrell, a ‘classy’ midfielder who has starred for the u18s this season but the player seems more than happy with the club.

Arsenal offer 10 first-year scholarships and release six others

Arsenal have reportedly offered 10 players first-year scholarships for next season, while releasing six other players.