Ian Wright was one of the greatest strikers to ever play for Arsenal Football Club. The former English striker joined Arsenal in 1991 from Crystal Palace for £2.5m. Wright left Arsenal for West Ham in 1998 for £500,000. In total, he made 288 appearances for Arsenal and scored 185 goals. “Wrighty” wore the number 8 for Arsenal and was the club’s top scorer for six seasons in a row. Wright is currently a pundit on tv and radio. He was born on November 3, 1963. He is the father of footballers Shaun Wright-Phillips and Bradley Wright-Phillips.
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Match of the Day to replace 1 ex-Arsenal pundit with another
Theo Walcott is set to be one of the replacements for former Arsenal striker Ian Wright on Match of the Day this season.
English media called out for targeting Bukao Saka after England loss
English media faces criticism for targeting Arsenal's Bukayo Saka after England's loss to Iceland. Lewis Hamilton and Ian Wright defend the young star.
Wright praises Saka after Spurs fan footage emerges
Ian Wright has praised Bukayo Saka after fan footage showed an interaction with the Tottenham Hotspur fans during Sunday's north London derby.
14-goal Arsenal loanee sought advice from Ian Wright
Young Arsenal striker Mika Biereth has revealed that Ian Wright gives him advice whenever he needs it, including over his recent loan move to Austria.
Arsenal make financial push to overtake Tottenham revenues
Arsenal steps up commercial efforts to overtake Tottenham Hotspur financially. New sponsorships & innovative merchandise aim to close the revenue gap.
Ian Wright labels Kai Havertz a “big-game player”
Ian Wright hails Kai Havertz as a "big-game player" after his recent goalscoring form for Arsenal.
Arsenal legend confirms plan to quit Match of the Day
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has confirmed his plan to step down from BBC highlights programme Match of the Day at the end of the season.
Top 10 Arsenal strikers under Arsene Wenger
Exploring Arsène Wenger's top 10 strikers at Arsenal, from Thierry Henry's legendary status to Olivier Giroud's memorable goals.
Pundits discuss Arsenal’s need for attacking improvement despite defensive solidity
Explore insights from Steve Sidwell, Ian Wright, and Alan Shearer on Arsenal's need to enhance their attack, despite a strong defensive record in the Premier League.
Ian Wright challenges Gary Neville over Arsenal and VAR
Ian Wright defends Arsenal's response to VAR controversy, clashing with Gary Neville on the issue. The debate underscores the need for clarity in football officiating.
Arsenal man happy to take advice from Harry Kane now he’s left Spurs
Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah discusses the invaluable mentorship he's received from club legends Ian Wright and Thierry Henry, as he readies for a likely England debut.
Ian Wright speaks up for unpaid Nigerian players
Discover the recent conflict as Arsenal's legend Ian Wright takes on the Nigerian Football Federation, urging them to settle the Super Falcons' long-overdue bonuses.
Arsenal extend partnership
Arsenal extend their partnership with Cadbury, fostering greater community inclusion, promoting BSL education, and championing women's football.
Ian Wright lambasts Colney Heath FC for women’s match bouncy castle nonsense
Ian Wright criticises Colney Heath FC for prioritising bouncy castle over women's football match, calling it "ridiculous" and "an embarrassment."
Ian Wright feels for Aubameyang after ’embarrassing’ moment
Ian Wright has admitted it was embarrassing for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to be substituted at half-time of Arsenal's clash with Chelsea on Tuesday.
Arsenal ‘very confident’ of high-quality summer additions
Ian Wright says Arsenal are confident of high-quality additions this summer, with sporting director Edu fielding plenty of interest from potential additions.
Ian Wright defends Granit Xhaka after Liverpool draw
Arsenal legend Ian Wright defends Granit Xhaka, dismissing claims that his altercation with Alexander-Arnold led to the Gunners' draw at Liverpool.
Tory councillor sends racist tweet about Ian Wright
Conservative councillor Alexis McEvoy has caused outrage by sending a racist tweet about ex-footballer and TV pundit Ian Wright, calling him a "typical black hypocrite" in relation to his support for Gary Lineker.
Ian Wright and Alan Shearer pick up punditry work after BBC boycott
Ian Wright and Alan Shearer appeared as pundits on the Premier League's television coverage of Fulham vs Arsenal after boycotting the BBC's Match of the Day in solidarity with host Gary Lineker.
Ian Wright thinks Arsenal could use former Gunner in current squad
Ian Wright thinks Arsenal need somebody like Alex Iwobi right now, as the former Gunner performs well in midfield for Everton.
David Rocastle, Arsenal’s most beloved number 7: With Ian Wright interview
Listen as we relive Rocastle's Arsenal career with exclusive soundbites from Ian Wright, while other former Arsenal players reveal what they truly felt about the great man.
Gunners legend hits back at Wolves criticism of Arsenal
Ian Wright has admitted he doesn't understand the criticism from Wolves players of the way Arsenal celebrated their recent 10-man win.
Ruben Neves and Conor...
Feel old as Ian Wright’s grandson makes debut for Stoke
If you wanted to feel old, then the news that Ian Wright's grandson is old enough to play professional football should just about do it.
Arsenal’s best and worst penalty takers in the Premier League
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang tucked away the rebound of his missed penalty against Aston Villa but he wasn't so fortunate against Watford and his penalty record for Arsenal does make good reading.
Ian Wright: It was a good point for Arsenal in the end
Ian Wright thinks Arsenal's draw away to Brighton ended up being a good point, particularly given a number of poor individual performances.
2 new Arsenal contracts, injury returns and new problems: Arsenal news
Arsenal face Olympiacos in their Europa League last 16 second leg on Thursday night so what's in the media ahead of that game?
Ian Wright contacts Lacazette after mocking him on MOTD
Ian Wright has contacted Alexandre Lacazette after making a "f***ing mistake" by mocking the forward after his over-exaggeration against Burnley.
Ian Wright picks 1 Arsenal player for criticism after Leicester match
Ian Wright picked out Mohamed Elneny for criticism following Arsenal's excellent win over Leicester.
That Mohamed Elneny is still an Arsenal player will remain one...
Huddersfield Town fans send message to Emile Smith Rowe
Emile Smith Rowe was feeling the love on Tuesday after another positive performance, including from fans of Huddersfield Town.
Arsenal legends: Ian Wright Wright Wright!
Thinking about something to write this weekend... well, I didn't have to think too hard. I thought a look back at the career of Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, may be in order.
Emiliano Martinez is better than Chelsea’s Kepa says Ian Wright
Emiliano Martinez put in another superb display against Watford on Sunday at the Emirates, giving Mikel Arteta a big headache ahead of the new season and reinforcing what Ian Wright had been saying about the keeper.
Wright: I believe Saka will sign but he’s right to drag it out
Ian Wright thinks Bukayo Saka and his agents are right to try and get their money's worth from Arsenal, but he believes the player should and will sign an extension.
Wright: Arteta is turning Xhaka and Mustafi around
Ian Wright thinks Mikel Arteta is already improving Arsenal's defending and getting more out of the likes of Granit Xhaka and Shkodran Mustafi.
Ian Wright voted off I’m a Celebrity
Ian Wright has been voted off the reality TV show, I'm a Celebrity after finishing bottom in the latest public vote.
Ian Wright to star in ITV’s I’m A Celebrity
Arsenal legend Ian Wright will be on our screens a lot more but not doing his usual football punditry, nope, the former record-breaking forward is finally heading into the jungle.
Laurent Koscielny: I’ve always been upstanding, respectful and loyal
Laurent Koscielny has responded to criticism from Arsenal legend Ian Wright by claiming he's always been respectful and loyal.
Ian Wright: Matteo Guendouzi should have been captain over Granit Xhaka
Ian Wright thinks Matteo Guendouzi is driving the Arsenal team forward at the moment, and the 20-year-old was a worthier candidate for the captaincy than Granit Xhaka.
Ian Wright: Granit Xhaka shouldn’t be named captain, he should focus on his own...
Ian Wright thinks Granit Xhaka should be focusing on developing his own game, rather than taking on the responsibility of the captaincy at Arsenal.
A mess! Arsenal legend hits out at state of club
Ian Wright has not held back in revealing what he thinks about the state of Arsenal, claiming the club has been left in a mess.
Ian Wright: Arsenal have been left in a mess
Ian Wright has not held back in revealing what he thinks about the state of Arsenal, claiming the club has been left in a mess.