Tag: FC Porto vs Arsenal

Arsenal's German midfielder #29 Kai Havertz celebrates after scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 24, 2024. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal not “in the least shaken” reports Portuguese media after Porto and Newcastle

Portuguese press questioned Arsenal after Porto loss, but the Gunners responded with a 4-1 demolition of Newcastle.
Arsenal's Spanish coach Mikel Arteta reacts during the UEFA Champions League last 16 first leg football match between FC Porto and Arsenal FC at the Dragao stadium in Porto on February 21, 2024. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA / AFP) (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Porto vs Arsenal hit new low for last-16 Champions League football

FC Porto successfully stopped Arsenal from playing football for almost half of Wednesday's Champions League last-16 first leg.
Arsenal's Spanish coach Mikel Arteta reacts during the UEFA Champions League last 16 first leg football match between FC Porto and Arsenal FC at the Dragao stadium in Porto on February 21, 2024. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA / AFP) (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

How Porto changed their tactics to frustrate Arsenal

FC Porto's tactical adjustments frustrated Arsenal in their Champions League clash. Can the Gunners find solutions in the second leg?
PORTO, PORTUGAL - FEBRUARY 21: Declan Rice of Arsenal reacts, as he wipes his face with his shirt, during the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 round of 16 first leg match between FC Porto and Arsenal FC at Estadio do Dragao on February 21, 2024 in Porto, Portugal. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Rice and Arteta call on Arsenal fans to be 12th man

Declan Rice says Arsenal fans can make the difference in overturning their Champions League deficit against Porto. Can the Emirates crowd roar them to victory?
DOHA, QATAR - FEBRUARY 07: Mehdi Taremi of Iran and Abdulaziz Hatem of Qatar clash following the AFC Asian Cup Semi Final match between Iran and Qatar at Al Thumama Stadium on February 07, 2024 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Arsenal boost as Porto suffer double injury blow

Serious injuries to key players Zaidu Sanusi and Mehdi Taremi threaten to derail FC Porto's Champions League hopes. This situation could pave the way for Arsenal to take charge.
Rio Ferdinand responds to Arsenal fans on a flight to Porto on Tuesday, February 20th

Rio Ferdinand trolls Arsenal fans on flight

Rio Ferdinand responded to passengers on a flight to Porto after some Arsenal fans on board taunted him about Bukayo Saka.
A FC Porto supporter stands in front of policemen outside the Municipal Stadium in Vila Nova de Famalicao on June 03, 2020 during the Portuguese league football match FC Famalicao against FC Porto. (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA / AFP) (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal fans under increased police protection due to Porto election tensions

Arsenal's Champions League match in Porto has heightened security concerns due to tensions between club president candidate Andre Villas-Boas and powerful Ultras groups.

Injury blow for Porto as striker misses Arsenal tie

FC Porto boss Sérgio Conceição has ruled centre-forward Mehdi Taremi out of their game against Arsenal on Wednesday night.
FC Porto's Diogo Costa smiles during a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League last 16 first leg football match against Arsenal FC at the Dragao stadium in Porto, on February 20, 2024. (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal still need to prove themselves as Champions League favourites, says Porto star

FC Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa says Arsenal have weaknesses, and the Gunners still need to prove themselves as one of the Champions League favourites.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta addresses a press conference on the eve of their UEFA Champions League last 16 first leg football match against FC Porto at the Dragao stadium in Porto on February 20, 2024. (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA / AFP) (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images)

Can Arsenal finally break their Champions League quarter-final curse?

Arsenal faces Porto aiming to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2010. Can they overcome the challenge and claim European glory?
Ethan Nwaneri ahead of Arsenal's game against West Ham United (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

3 Arsenal youth stars get a chance as injuries open Champions League squad spots

Arsenal have taken a trio of youth players on their first-team trip to FC Porto in midweek, likely in part due to the expanded Champions League benches.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal and Bukayo Saka of Arsenal during an Arsenal training session ahead of the UEFA Champions League match against Porto at London Colney on February 20, 2024 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arsenal defenders out but long-awaited midfielder returns for Porto clash

While Arsenal prepares for its crucial Champions League match against Porto, optimism may be tempered by uncertainties surrounding key players.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 17: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brighton & Hove Albion at Emirates Stadium on December 17, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Jesus won’t return for Arsenal’s crucial Porto clash

While initial reports suggested Gabriel Jesus would be fit for their clash with Porto, it now appears he's been left behind in London and won't be joining the squad.
LUTON, ENGLAND: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's second goal during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Can Gabriel Jesus regain his Champions League form for Arsenal?

Gabriel Jesus is nearing full fitness for Arsenal's crucial Champions League match against Porto. Can he pick up where he left off and regain his prolific scoring form?
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 17: Kai Havertz of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's fifth goal during the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Arsenal FC at Turf Moor on February 17, 2024 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Arsenal “need to keep being focussed” warns goalscorer

Arsenal are flying high, but Kai Havertz warns there's work to be done. Will they sustain form when tough fixtures hit?
LONDON, ENGLAND: Fabio Vieira of Arsenal leaves the pitch after being shown a red card during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on November 11, 2023. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Could midfielder make surprise Arsenal comeback?

Fabio Vieira is hoping to finally return to fitness for Arsenal's Champions League last-16 first leg against FC Porto next week, according to a report.