Tag: David Seaman

David Seaman was one of the greatest players to ever play for Arsenal Football Club. The former English goalkeeper joined Arsenal in 1990 from QPR for £1.3m. Seaman left Arsenal for Manchester City in 2003 on a free transfer. In total, he made 564 appearances for Arsenal and kept 137 Premier League clean sheets during his time at the club. Seaman wore the number 1 shirt for Arsenal. He was born on September 19, 1963.

ANDORRA LA VELLA, ANDORRA - OCTOBER 08: Aaron Ramsdale of England looks on during a training session at Estadi Nacional on October 08, 2021 in Andorra la Vella, Andorra. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Ramsdale backed for England number 1 spot

David Seaman backed Aaron Ramsdale to become England's number one this week, as an injury to Nick Pope led to a shake-up in Gareth Southgate's squad.
Arsenal's English goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale celebrates at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 4, 2023. - Arsenal won 3 - 2 against Bournemouth. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal legend praises "phenomenal" Arsenal 24yo

Arsenal legend David Seaman has praised goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale for his outstanding displays this season, hailing his calm confidence and big saves.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 05: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Chelsea during the UEFA Champions League group E match between Chelsea FC and AC Milan at Stamford Bridge on October 05, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

I wanted Arsenal fans to boo struggling Aubameyang, says legend

Arsenal legend David Seaman says he wanted Arsenal fans to boo Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang when they played Chelsea last week, adding he's 'not surprised' to see the forward struggling.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 31: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal speaks with Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on August 31, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

‘Really nice’ Gabriel Martinelli wants to be Arsenal captain

David Seaman has been talking about how nice Gabriel Martinelli is, a trait the Daily Mirror says hints at a 'future captaincy' for a player who wants to be Arsenal captain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 14: Paul Gascoigne, Jermaine Defoe and David Seaman share a joke at half-time during the UEFA Euro 2020 qualifier between England and Montenegro at Wembley Stadium on November 14, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Arsenal and Tottenham legends to team up for TV show

Arsenal legend David Seaman will team up with Paul Gascoigne for a new TV show about fishing.
Aaron Ramsdale and David Seaman at London Colney (Photo via Ramsdale on Instagram)

Arsenal invite former player back to work with academy again

Arsenal have invited David Seaman back to the club to work with the academy goalkeepers, according to a report.
LEICESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 30: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal makes a save during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Arsenal at The King Power Stadium on October 30, 2021 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

2 legendary keepers praise Aaron Ramsdale after Leicester performance

Aaron Ramsdale was voted Man of the Match after his eight saves against Leicester City saw him collect yet another cleansheet as Arsenal continue their unbeaten run.
Aaron Ramsdale and David Seaman at London Colney (Photo via Ramsdale on Instagram)

Per Mertesacker invites Arsenal club legend back to help at training ground

David Seaman was invited to the Arsenal training ground for some informal work with the club's academy goalkeepers, according to a report.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Arsenal's French midfielder Patrick Vieira (C) receives his Carling 'Player of the Year Award' from David Seaman (L) and Barcelona's French midfielder Emmanuel Petit 22 May 2001, during the testimonial for David Seaman, a friendly match Barcelona vs Arsenal at Highbury stadium in London. AFP PHOTO GERRY PENNY/GP

Legend names his choice for Arsenal manager

David Seaman would like to see Arsenal give the manager's job to Patrick Vieira if they can't get a manager with a 'big personality'.
MONACO, MONACO - FEBRUARY 18: Arsene Wenger winner of the Laureus Lifetime Achievement award speaks on stage during the 2019 Laureus World Sports Awards at the Salle des Etoiles, Sporting Monte-Carlo on February 18, 2019 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Simon Hofmann/Getty Images for Laureus)

The 5 best Arsenal players of the Wenger era

Today is Arsene Wenger's 70th birthday so it seems a good time to look back at some of his best players.
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Arsenal legend insists he still sees Wenger's team under Emery

David Seaman says he still sees Arsene Wenger's team when Arsenal play at the moment, and he's waiting for Unai Emery to make his mark.
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David Seaman shows middle finger to fans after taunts [Video]

David Seaman reacted with a big grin and a middle finger after a group of Brazilian fans taunted him at the FIFA Best Awards in London on Tuesday.
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David Seaman names which "magic" Arsenal player has "got to go" to the World...

David Seaman believes that England manager Gareth Southgate would be foolish not to take Jack Wilshere to the 2018 Russia World Cup this summer.
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Worse next year: Arsenal legend issues alarming warning about player contracts

David Seaman is worried that the club could be left behind if it continues to allow players to run down their contracts.
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Former players says Arsenal 'silly' not to offer this 'magic' midfielder a contract

David Seaman believes Arsenal have to offer Wilshere a new contract after his recent form, and feels an England recall is only a matter of time.
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'Arsenal would be silly not to offer a contact' - David Seaman wants Englishman...

David Seaman thinks Arsenal would be silly not to offer Jack Wilshere a new contract, as the midfielder has something other players don't.

Former Arsenal star says this will happen when Oxlade-Chamberlain returns with Liverpool

David Seaman believes it was a shame that Arsenal lost Alex Oxlade-Chamberain to Liverpool, but expects he'll feel the pressure during his return to the Emirates Stadium.
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David Seaman makes a bold prediction for Arsenal v Liverpool

David Seaman predicts a big win for Arsenal against Liverpool on Friday, claiming the Reds' defence won't be able to contain the Gunners.

Arsenal told to tie down these two players to new contracts

David Seaman is worried about the uncertainty Alexis and Ozil's contract situation could cause, and has demanded Arsenal look to tie the pair down as soon as possible.

It hurts him: Arsenal legend hits out at former players criticising Arsene Wenger

David Seaman admits he doesn't think it's right that former Arsenal players who worked with Arsene Wenger publicly criticise their ex-manager.

Arsenal legend and former Spurs boss give North London Derby predictions

David Seaman and Tim Sherwood have given their predictions ahead of the North London Derby on Saturday afternoon.

Former Arsenal players and celebrities at "89" film premiere

Jack Wilshere turned up for the world premiere of "89" along with former stars, celebrities and others from around the club.

David Seaman doesn't believe Arsene Wenger's record will be matched

David Seaman doesn't think managers in modern game will stay at their clubs as long as Arsene Wenger has at Arsenal.

Arsenal legend wanted Arsenal to swap Alexis for this Manchester City 34-year-old

David Seaman wanted Arsenal to swap Alexis Sanchez for Yaya Toure instead of Raheem Sterling.
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Arsenal legend admits transfer saga surrounding 28-year-old is "saddening"

Former Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman believes that the Alexis Sanchez fee is agreed with Manchester City, and only personal terms remain, calling the saga "saddening".

Arsenal legend sums up the mood among supporters with these six words

David Seaman managed to sum up exactly how Gooners felt after Arsenal were deservedly thumped 4-0 by Liverpool on Sunday in just six words.

Arsenal legend believes we're not being told the full story about 28-year-old future

David Seaman has decided to come out and be the voice of reason during this whole Alexis Sanchez mess.
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Arsenal legend backs pursuit for 21-year-old

Arsenal legend David Seaman believes signing Monaco’s Thomas Lemar would be “great” for the Gunners this summer.
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Arsenal legend's comments in contrast to Paul Merson's predictions for the season

David Seaman has praised Arsenal's performance in the Community Shield and believes the Gunners are capable of taking apart most teams.

Lacazette warned the “fast and physical” Premier League could prove difficult

Arsenal legend, David Seaman, has admitted that it could take Alexandre Lacazette a while to get used to the 'fast and physical' Premier League.

David Seaman believes Arsenal need two more signings

Former goalkeeper David Seaman believes Arsenal need a centre back and a central midfielder if they are to compete for the Premier League title.

Seaman: Arsenal must keep Alexis by any means

Arsenal legend, David Seaman, believes that the Gunners must do everything they can to keep hold of Alexis Sanchez.
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Arsenal legend says former club should sign Manchester City man this summer

Arsenal legend David Seaman has said he would be happy if Joe Hart joined Arsenal.

Seaman urges Arsene Wenger to forgo attractive football to be more like Manchester United

Legendary goalkeeper, David Seaman, has urged Arsene Wenger to take a page out of Jose Mourinho's book and tighten up defensively, which is what his managerial counterpart has done with Manchester United.
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Arsenal legend: Wenger should be more like Jose Mourinho

David Seaman reckons that Arsene Wenger should strive to be more like Jose Mourinho when it comes to building his team.
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Ex-Arsenal and England goalkeeper sends a message to his former club

Former Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman wants his old club to reconsider their way of doing business. The England shot-stopper said in an interview that...

David Seaman: Arsenal fans have taken Wenger for granted

David Seaman doesn't think it'll be a disaster if Arsene Wenger stays at Arsenal, even though he's questioning what the Frenchman's going to do.
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Sanchez is frustrated, Arsenal need to make decisions says club legend

Arsenal legend David Seaman claims that Alexis Sanchez is frustrated.
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Arsenal legend 'cried' when released by Leeds

David Seaman has revealed that when his boyhood club, Leeds United, released him in 1982, he was more than a little emotional.