Tag: FC Cologne
Podolski pens emotional message to Arsenal ahead of Europa League meeting
Lukas Podolski has never made a secret of his admiration for former side Arsenal, and he took to Twitter ahead of tonight’s Europa League meeting to tell the fans he’s “still in love” with the London club.
Wenger: Wilshere is getting stronger and stronger
Arsène Wenger says that Jack Wilshere was initially a bit off the pace after coming back from his injury, but that now he's getting stronger and closer to first team action.
Wenger won’t make ‘Europa League hangover’ excuse
Arsène Wenger says that this week's matches against FC Köln and Chelsea are the perfect opportunity to show the Gunners can cope with Europa League football this season.
Nicholas: Real test for Alexis is Sunday against Chelsea not tonight
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.
Wenger: Wilshere’s injuries are like a car crash
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.
Match preview: Arsenal v FC Koln – Team news, where to watch and more
Arsenal begin their Europa League campaign with the visit of FC Koln to the Emirates Stadium on Thursday evening.
Arsenal predicted 3-4-3 lineup v FC Koln: Alexis and Wilshere to start
Arsenal welcome Bundesliga side FC Koln to the Emirates Stadium in the Europa League group stages on Thursday night.
FC Köln’s Timo Horn admits Arsenal admiration and rejecting Liverpool as a teenager
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.
Lampard: Arsenal fans need to get behind the team in the Europa League
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.
Fans think Chelsea will brush Arsenal aside after Qarabag demolition
Fans think Chelsea are going to make light work of Arsenal on Sunday, after the Blues demolished Qarabag 6-0 in their opening Champions League game.
Wenger: Coquelin will be out for three weeks
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.
Cech, Koscielny, Lacazette, Welbeck, Ozil, Xhaka and Ramsey miss training
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 react the news of Wilshere’s return against FC Köln
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.
Bellerin: Arsenal focused on “very important” Europa League tie with FC Köln
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 says Arsenal are favourites on Thursday
FC Köln manager Peter Stoger has labelled Arsenal "clear favourites" for Thursday's European encounter.
20,000 FC Köln fans plan to travel to London on Thursday
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.
Koscielny out of Thursday’s Europa League clash with Koln
Laurent Koscielny will miss Arsenal's opening Europa League game due to suspension.
Wenger admits fans will influence team selection
Arsene Wenger admits that the home crowd could influence his team selection for Thursday's game against FC Koln.
20,000 Koln fans trying to get 2,900 tickets for Arsenal
Around 20,000 FC Koln fans are allegedly trying to get hold of tickets for their Europa League clash against Arsenal despite only 2,900 being available.
Arsenal and FC Köln plan to share scouting footage with each other
Arsenal and FC Köln plan to share footage with each other to help prepare for the first match of the Europa League campaign.
Poldi excited for Arsenal to play FC Cologne in Europa League
Arsenal face FC Cologne in the Europa League on 14 September and former Gunner, Lukas Podolski, seems pretty bloomin' excited.
Arsenal fans react to Europe League draw in hilarious fashion
Arsenal have been draw against BATE Borisov, Cologne and Red Star Belgrade in the Europa League and Gooners have been reacting in hilarious fashion on social media.
Arsenal draw Bate Borisov, Koln and Crvena zvezda in Europa League + All you...
Following the news that Arsenal have drawn Bate Borisov, Koln, and Crvena zvezda in the Europa League, we look at everything you need to know about the competition since this is new territory for Gooners.
13 goals in 11 games striker regrets not signing for Arsenal… or does he?
In a recent report it's claimed that FC Köln striker, Anthony Modeste, regrets not signing for Arsenal back in 2012.
Arsenal watching Liverpool target Timo Horn – report
Arsenal are closely watching the progress of FC Köln goalkeeper Timo Horn, who is wanted by Liverpool.
That's according to reports in Germany, and it...
Goalkeeper issues ‘come and get me’ plea to Arsenal, Manchester United
FC Koln’s young goalkeeper, Timo Horn, has said that he would ‘think about it’ if Arsenal, Manchester United, or Real Madrid made an approach...
Podolski suggests Wenger convinced him of transfer
by Lewis Ambrose
After completing his move from Arsenal to Galatasaray, Lukas Podolski has suggested that Arsène Wenger persuaded him to move.
Podolski's agent previously suggested...
‘Buying Arsenal man is not a priority for them’
Pierre Littbarski has admitted that FC Koln are unlikely to make a move for favourite son Lukas Podolski.
Those of you who have been following...
Vice-president rules out move for Arsenal ‘superstar’ despite fans' demands
Lukas Podolski's future is far from certain.
Although the German fancies a return to Arsenal to see out the final year of his contract, it's...
Podolski's U-turn unlikely to stop him going full circle
We look at a player who, despite a recent charm offensive, is more likely to leave the Emirates this summer than contract renegade Theo Walcott.