Tag: France
What happened to Matteo Guendouzi’s new contract?
During the summer, it was reported that Matteo Guendouzi was set to get a new Arsenal contract to reflect his importance to the first team but there has been nothing mentioned since, so what happened?
Full chronological international fixture schedule for Arsenal players over the break
A number of the Arsenal squad have headed out on international duty over the current break, so let's have our usual look at when they'll all be in action.
Watch Matteo Guendouzi sing his France initiation song
Matteo Guendouzi was called up to the France squad this week and, as is customary in football, had to get on a table and sing in front of his teammates.
"I thought I was still in a dream": Arsenal star reacts to his first...
Matteo Guendouzi has replaced Paul Pogba in the French senior squad for the international break after the Manchester United man had to pull out with injury.
Arsenal keeper suffers dislocated patella, season seems over
Arsenal’s goalkeeper, Pauline Peyraud-Magnin, picked up a knee injury while playing for France on Thursday, forcing her off in the 22nd minute and it looks like her season could be over.
Picture: Barcelona defender snapped at the Emirates Stadium
Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti visited the Emirates Stadium to watch Arsenal play Chelsea on Saturday, appearing in photographs of the game on Instagram.
Matteo Guendouzi admits his 'dream' is to play for this team
Matteo Guendouzi has revealed that it's his 'dream' and his 'objective' to play for the France senior side, despite his eligibility to play for Morocco.
Arsenal star speaks out over reports of his plans to 'switch allegiances'
Matteo Guendouzi wants to commit to the senior France national team, despite rumours linking him to a switch of allegiances to play for Morocco.
Alexandre Lacazette explains why he declined Didier Deschamps call
Alexandre Lacazette has said he is 'always available' for his national team after he had to turn down his latest international call-up due to an injury.
Arsenal 19-year-old described as ‘the boss’ after international debut
Matteo Guendouzi has been hailed by the French media after the Arsenal 19-year-old made his first appearance for their u21s in a 2-2 draw with Croatia on Thursday.
Alexandre Lacazette withdraws from France squad immediately after getting call-up
Alexandre Lacazette withdrew from the France squad almost immediately after being called up.
8 perfect job opportunities for Arsene Wenger
One of the main reasons Arsene Wenger found it so hard to let go at Arsenal is because the manager has little else in his life to distract him, but there is plenty out there for him to do.
French fan reaction: The World Cup didn't go 'home', it went back to France
The World Cup is back in France, 20 years after the 1998 home win and now France have a second star on their shirt.
Arsenal star posts picture from France dressing room after World Cup win
Laurent Koscielny celebrated in the France dressing room after his country collected their second World Cup trophy.
Can 'boring' France win the World Cup like they did in '98?
We've now reached the semi-final stage and France could well do it again, with Didier Deschamps emulating Aime Jacquet's formula of a team based on hard work, defensive structure and unity, along with creative geniuses in attack.
Podcast: Iwobi World Cup woes, Arsenal-less France disappoint
In this second podcast of our summer World Cup series, Anita recaps day three of the action which featured France v Australia, Argentina v Iceland, Peru v Denmark and her home country, Croatia against Alex Iwobi's Nigeria. Sylvain Jamet also makes a surprise appearance to discuss an Arsenal-less France's opening game.
Arsenal star names World Cup favourites: Snubs Gunners teammate
Speaking in a Q&A with fans, Henrikh Mkhitaryan named his favourites to win the World Cup this summer, but left out two major contenders for the competition.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang admits being disappointed
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has admitted he does not understand Alexandre Lacazette’s World Cup snub by France.
Arsenal star dropped from France team to face Colombia
Laurent Koscielny won't play against Colombia on Friday night thanks a hip problem, but the France national team hope to see him return to face Russia next Tuesday, according to local media.
France legend admits Arsenal star 'isn't the same' anymore
Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit is concerned for Laurent Koscielny's World Cup chances.
Coach's advice could lead to Arsenal departure in January
France assistant manager Guy Stephan has urged Olivier Giroud to find more game time before the 2018 World Cup next summer.
Karim Benzema gives backhanded compliment to Olivier Giroud
Karim Benzema has payed Olivier Giroud a bit of a back-handed compliment following the 31-year-old's 29th goal for France.
Dimitri Payet names which Arsenal player is "still efficient" despite lack of playing time
Dimitri Payet says he still rates Olivier Giroud, even if he's not getting the best run in the Arsenal side at the moment.
Thigh injury could see Arsenal without their forward for Saturday's North London derby
Olivier Giroud has apparently returned to Arsenal after suffering a thigh injury while away with the France national team.
Why this experienced player should thank Arsene Wenger for his international career
This week, Laurent Koscielny announced his retirement from international football.
Arsenal star issues message of support for fan-kicking teammate
Olivier Giroud has shown his support for his former France teammate, Patrice Evra, after the ex-Marseille defender was banned from football until June 2018 for kicking a fan.
Arsenal forward picks up thigh injury on international duty
Olivier Giroud managed to pick up a thigh injury while playing for France during their 2-0 friendly win over Wales on Friday.
Clever finish does goalkeeper: Arsenal international roundup
Four Arsenal stars featured in France's international friendly win over Wales at Stade de France on Friday evening.
Laurent Koscielny gives exact date when he will retire
Laurent Koscielny has announced that he'll retire from international football after the World Cup in Russia next summer.
These are the nine Arsenal players currently away in the international break
Nine Arsenal players have been called up for their countries for their upcoming international matches.
Antoine Griezmann "hopes to play" with this Arsenal striker for France
Antoine Griezmann has revealed that he would like to play alongside Alexandre Lacazette for France again.
International watch: Arsenal 21-year-old sends Nigeria through to 2018 World Cup, out-of-form midfielder scores...
Alex Iwobi not only scored for Nigeria on Saturday evening, he sent his country through to the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Arsenal man gets beard tended to before facing press
Olivier Giroud wasn't too proud to get his good looks touched up before France's press conference.
Arsene Wenger delivers concerning injury update: Three Arsenal players won't go on international duty
Arsene Wenger has revealed that three Arsenal players won't be going on international duty for their respective countries.
These three Arsenal players have been called up for France
Laurent Koscielny, Olivier Giroud and Alexandre Lacazette have all been called up for France.
Arsenal striker's mental strength hailed by manager: I trust him
Didier Deschamps hails Olivier Giroud's mental strength ahead of France's World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg.
Lemar opens door for future move to Arsenal or Liverpool
Thomas Lemar has spoken about his future after starring in France's 4-0 victory over the Netherlands last night.
Didier Deschamps names France squad for World Cup qualifiers: These three Arsenal players have...
Laurent Koscielny, Olivier Giroud and Alexandre Lacazette have been selected for France by Didier Deschamps.
Arsenal and Chelsea’s Community Shield clash to be brought forward
The kick-off time for the 2017 Community Shield between Arsenal and Chelsea has been brought forward to accommodate the final of the Women's European Championships.
Arsenal star hoping France will underestimate England in Euro quarter-final
Jodie Taylor is hoping that France will underestimate England in their Women's Euro quarter-final clash on Sunday.