Tag: Europa League

The Europa League has, so far, been a fun and novel experience for Arsenal fans.

Arsene Wenger has said that he won't sacrifice any competition this season despite the risks of injury that can occur due to Arsenal's growing fixture list.

John Hartson believes Arsenal must win the Europa League if they want to qualify for the Champions League.

Theo Walcott has joked that it's his team-mate's fault that he was constantly offside against Cologne.

Alexandre Lacazette has claimed that nobody is hungrier than him to win the Europa League.

Hector Bellerin has given his verdict following Arsenal's 3-1 win over Cologne last night.

Arsenal opened their Europa League campaign with a 3-1 win over FC Cologne last night.ac

Arsenal fans think the Gunners have a better chance of winning the Europa League than finishing in the top four of the Premier League this season, according to a Twitter poll.

Sky Sports pundit Charlie Nicholas believes the real test is yet to come for Alexis Sanchez, when the Gunners travel to face Chelsea on Sunday, rather than tonight’s Europa League clash with FC Koln.

Arsene Wenger likened Jack Wilshere’s extensive injury history to a person having suffered a car crash, intimating there may be psychological issues that have yet to be resolved.

FC Köln goalkeeper Timo Horn has revealed that he's a bit of an Arsenal fan, while explaining why he turned down the chance to play for Liverpool when they approached him as a teenager.

Per Mertesacker is hopeful for a very successful end to his professional career, before he becomes academy manager at the end of the season.

Frank Lampard thinks Arsenal fans may find it a bit weird being in the Europa League after so many years of Champions League football, but he says supporters need to get behind the team now.

Arsene Wenger has revealed Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin will be out of action for three weeks, having picked up a hamstring injury in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Bournemouth.

Arsene Wenger could leave out seven first-team players for Thursday’s Europa League clash, with Petr Cech, Laurent Koscielny, Alexandre Lacazette, Danny Welbeck, Mesut Ozil, Granit Xhaka and Aaron Ramsey all missing training.

Arsenal fans have been reacting to the news that Jack Wilshere could be set to return for the Gunners on Thursday, and generally the response seems to be pretty positive.

Jack Wilshere and Alexis Sanchez are set to feature against Cologne on Thursday, according to reports. 

Hector Bellerin has said that Arsenal have all their attention on FC Köln, as the Europa League could ensure future participation in the Champions League.

FC Köln manager Peter Stoger has labelled Arsenal "clear favourites" for Thursday's European encounter.

According to reports, 20,000 FC Köln fans are planning to make the trip from Germany to London for Arsenal's Europa League match on Thursday.

Former Manchester City and Burnley midfielder Joey Barton believes that Arsenal will not qualify for the Champions League this season.

Petr Cech suggests that Arsenal should adopt Chelsea's mentality and target the Europa League, after missing out on a Champions League spot at the end of last season.

Laurent Koscielny will miss Arsenal's opening Europa League game due to suspension.

Arsène Wenger says he plans to field a strong team for Arsenal's Europa League clash this week, hinting that Alexis Sanchez could feature given how keen he is to play in Europe.

Arsene Wenger admits that the home crowd could influence his team selection for Thursday's game against FC Koln. 

Arsenal and France defender was included in the 42-man Europa League squad, much to the surprise of everybody given he's been frozen out of the first-team under manager Arsene Wenger.

Alexis Sanchez has been named in Arsenal's Europa League squad for this season, along with 41 other players.

Alexis Sanchez could still play in the Champions League even if he features in the Europa League for Arsenal, meaning Manchester City will still be keen on the Chilean to boost their hopes of European glory this season.

Arsenal have fallen out of the top-10 of UEFA's club coefficient rankings, for the first time in many years.

Theo Walcott has said that Arsenal aren't paying attention to their doubters and are ready for the new season.

Paul Merson believes Arsenal assistant manager Steve Bould should take charge of the Gunners' Europa League campaign this season.

Arsène Wenger doesn't think that teams that win the Europa League should be rewarded with a place in the Champions League.

Wenger has told reporters that he thinks Arsenal can take advantage of the lack of Champions League football in the Premier League.

Alexandre Lacazette has joined Arsenal for a club record £46m, and it's fair to say Arsenal fans are pretty excited about it.

Slovakian youngster Laszlo Benes could have been an Arsenal player, but now looks set to make waves in Germany.

The fixtures for the 2017-18 Premier League were announced today, and Arsenal now know who they'll be facing after their Europa League excursions.

In news that might not be welcomed by most supporters, Petr Cech has said that Arsenal have improved from last season.

Arsenal's chief executive Ivan Gazidis has insisted that Arsenal will 'move quickly' to confirm the club's ticket pricing plan, if the Gunners finish in a UEFA Europa League place ahead of next season's competition.

Arsenal first-choice goalkeeper Petr Cech has insisted he respects the UEFA Europa League, with the Gunners potentially set to feature in the competition for...

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Paul to rejoice in beating Manchester United and celebrate the state visit of Anita and her entourage.