Tag: Benik Afobe

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 29: Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke on the sidelines before playing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

Stan Kroenke’s wealth drops $1.4bn as Arsenal chase a Woodman

Let's take a look at the Arsenal news and gossip from around the internet that didn't really seem to warrant articles all of their own.

Yennaris: Afobe was the main man when Kane was at the club

Nico Yennaris admits he's amazed by what Harry Kane has gone on to do, particularly considering Benik Afobe was the main man when all three were in the Arsenal academy.

He’s on fire: Afobe backs Southgate to call up Wilshere for World Cup

Benik Afobe is convinced that Gareth Southgate will give Jack Wilshere an England call-up for the World Cup in Russia this summer.

Saracens and England man had a trial at Arsenal

Saracens and England rugby player Alex Lozowski had a trial at Arsenal alongside Tottenham's Harry Kane before joining Chelsea as a youngster.
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Afobe – We want Wilshere to stay at Bournemouth for good

Former Arsenal striker, Benik Afobe, reckons that Jack Wilshere should stay at Bournemouth for good.
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No decision on Wilshere’s future, Afobe reveals

Benik Afobe has revealed that even Jack Wilshere has no idea where he will be playing next season.
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Afobe pulls out of Africa Cup of Nations ahead of Arsenal clash

Ex-Arsenal striker, Benik Afobe, has pulled out of the Africa Cup of Nations ahead of Bournemouth's clash against his former team.

“We’re going to Arsenal looking for a result” says Afobe

Former Arsenal striker, Benik Afobe, seems pretty convinced that his current club, Bournemouth, can travel to Arsenal and get a result.

Benik Afobe: ‘I had nothing to do with Wilshere’s decision to come to Bournemouth’

Benik Afobe has spoken about his long-term friendship with Jack Wilshere but has insisted that he had nothing to do with the midfielder's decision to join Bournemouth on a season-long loan.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 26: Jack Wilshere of Arsenal looks on during the Emirates Cup match between Arsenal and VfL Wolfsburg at the Emirates Stadium on July 26, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Quick watch: Wilshere gives first interview to Bournemouth

With everybody still debating the merits of Jack Wilshere's loan move to Bournemouth, he's just getting on with it.

Iwobi urged to snub Nigeria as Afobe is told the same regarding DC Congo

Nigeria and DC Congo might feel a little bit put out today after both Arsene Wenger and Eddie Howe both advised Alex Iwobi and...

Afobe: Bournemouth gave Arsenal too much respect

Benik Afobe played against Arsenal on Sunday for the first time since signing for Bournemouth and admitted that he's gutted with the 2-0 loss. Although...

Afobe thanks Arsenal fans despite Bournemouth loss

Benik Afobe thanked the Arsenal fans following his brilliant reception when we played Bournemouth on Sunday. The striker, who has scored three goals in four...
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Bournemouth v Arsenal preview: How the tide has turned

With a 2-0 win against Bournemouth in the last game of 2015, Arsenal went top of the Premier League. Embed from Getty Images One victory in...

The decision to sell Afobe was justified

Ahead of Sunday's away fixture at Dean Court, a familar face is set to feature against his former side: Benik Afobe, who joined the...

Wenger: I’m happy for Afobe

Arsenal head into Sunday's game knowing that the man most likely to score for their opponents could actually be on the wrong wide. Had injuries...

Giroud: I know what Afobe’s been through

Nowadays you see a lot of complaints about young footballers and their lifestyles. You see just as many complaints about not so young footballers, but...

Wenger: We’re used to facing strikers like Afobe

On Sunday, Benik Afobe faces us, his former team, for the first time. The striker has been lethal since signing for the Cherries, having scored...

Wilshere proud of former Arsenal teammate

Jack Wilshere took some time to reminisce about his time on the pitch with former Arsenal man, Benik Afobe, before we face him with...

Benik Afobe: It wasn’t my decision to leave Arsenal

In 2015, Arsenal finally put an end to years of loan moves for Benik Afobe and sold him to Wolves for good. The striker quickly...

Benik Afobe inspired by Vardy and Ighalo

After a £10m transfer this January, Benik Afobe has a lot of pressure to prove he is worth a shot in the Premier League. After...

Afobe scores for new club Bournemouth

Former Arsenal striker Benik Afobe scored for his new club Bournemouth on Saturday. Afobe recently signed for the Cherries for a record-breaking £10m and has got...
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Arsenal set to benefit from Afobe’s Bournemouth transfer          

Benki Afobe will leave Wolves, just one year after joining them on a permanent basis, after the forward was sold to Bournemouth in a...

Aston Villa after former Gunner – report

Aston Villa are reportedly keen to bring former Gunner Benik Afobe to Villa Park. The striker signed for Wolves in January and has since gone...

Video: Martinez struggles as Wolves lose to QPR

At Wolves one former Arsenal man, Benik Afobe, is having the time of his life. A current Arsenal player, Emiliano Martinez, isn't. Afobe scored the opener...

Martinez debuts for Wolves side captained by former Gunner

Martinez makes debut for Wolves side captained by Benik Afobe.

Chambers and Jenks called up for u21 Euros

England have named their 27-man squad for the Euro's which takes place in the Czech Republic. Included in the squad are Arsenal's Calum Chambers and...

Afobe: I had to change my mentality to be a top goalscorer

Benik Afobe has been a roaring success since joining Wolverhampton Wanderers in January and he says it's all down to a change in his...

Benik Afobe questions development policy

Ex-Arsenal striker Benik Afobe has been in superb form all season at MK Dons and now Wolves, but doesn't think loan moves were also right.

Done deal – Afobe signs for Wolves, his new ‘permanent home’

Benik Afobe has ended his time with Arsenal and begun a new chapter of his career with Wolves. The 21-year-old, who was with Arsenal since...

Arsenal youth & reserves news 13th January 2015

News Reserve keeper Matt Macey joined Accrington Stanley on loan. The initial deal is for one month but should it go well it will be...
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Confirmed – Arsenal agree fee for young striker, medical done

Arsenal and Wolves have agreed a fee for Benik Afobe. The Arsenal youngster, who has been on loan with MK Dons, is out of contract...

Striker in talks over ‘permanent move’

MK Dons have confirmed that on-loan Arsenal striker seems set to leave the Emirates on a permanent basis. The striker, who has been at the...