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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Wright backs Martial to double his worth
Ian Wright has previously spoken about Anthony Martial's lack of credentials on paper but now it appears he's made a bit of a U-turn...
Walcott on Wright: Defenders were scared of him
Theo Walcott has revealed that he's learnt a lot of his game from Arsenal legend, Ian Wright.
It's no secret that the two Englishman have...
Wright: Chelsea fans like Diego Costa but no one else does
Ian Wright was far from impressed by Diego Costa's display against Arsenal on Saturday.
Speaking on BT Sport, the Arsenal legend said that, especially after...
Wright: Benzema ‘mugged Arsenal off’
It still appears that Ian Wright is smarting over Arsenal not signing Karim Benzema from Real Madrid during the transfer window.
In fact, he seems...
Wright: Giroud isn’t in the ‘right place’
Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, has said that it appears Olivier Giroud isn't in a good place after getting sent off against Dinamo Zagreb.
The former forward...
Midfield strength, Theo and Chelsea
I wrote, on the eve of the new season, that Arsenal's squad depth gave them an excellent chance of winning their first league title...
After Stoke, can Walcott be the answer?
At the weekend, Stoke City were kind enough to roll over and have their tummy tickled, as is their want when visiting Islington, but...
Wright: Martial could do with a start like mine at Arsenal
Ian Wright believes Anthony Martial could do with starting his Manchester United career like he started his at Arsenal – with a goal in...
Wright: Martial hasn’t done anything impressive
Ian Wright has had his say on Manchester United's new signing, Anthony Martial, and revealed that although he's open to being wrong, he doesn't...
Wright: Newcastle fans are bullies
Following Arsenal's 1-0 win against Newcastle in the Premier League, Ian Wright revealed that he was less than impressed with the behaviour of the...
Ian Wright shows distaste for Spurs
Ian Wright has once again shown his eternal disgust for Tottenham Hotspur by throwing their shirt in a some sort of body of water as...
Wright: Manchester United look desperate
Wrighty is confused by Manchester United's tactics.
Wright: Theo should have been moved years ago
Ian Wright believes that Arsene Wenger's decision to play Theo Walcott as a striker has come five years too late and that they are...
Wrighty: Watching Giroud annoys me
Ian Wright is frustrated by Giroud's positioning.
Video: Arsenal legend questions mentality of the squad
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has questioned the mentality of Arsène Wenger's current squad.
Speaking on BT Sport on Saturday, Wright said a poor mentality which doesn't...
Wright: Arsenal lack winning mentality
Ian Wright was worried by Sunday's performance against West Ham as we showed a lack of winning mentality.
Watch: Ian Wright firing on all cylinders
A video of all Ian Wright's Arsenal goals.
Wright backs Benzema deal
Ian Wright 'prays' for Benzema deal to happen.
Video: Wrighty tips Gunners for title
by Lewis Ambrose
Arsenal legend Ian Wright is backing the club to win the league this season.
Wrighty, who scored 185 goals for the club, is...
Ian Wright to replace Phil Neville on MOTD
by Lee Hurley
Ian Wright will return to the BBC seven years after walking out as he replaces Phil Neville as a pundit on Match...
Wright: People used to think I was doing drugs
With the recent discovery that Hull City's Jake Livermore has tested positive for cocaine, Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, has been speaking about his experience...
Wright: Wenger has money now, he will challenge
Ian Wright has backed Arsene Wenger to make Arsenal 'stronger' next season.
The former striker was speaking at the launch of the Barclay's Asia Cup...
Wright: Henry is 'unfair' to criticise Giroud
Comments from ex-Arsenal forward, Thierry Henry, that Olivier Giroud isn't a good enough striker to help Arsenal win the Premier League have been met...
Wright: Barclays Asia Trophy will be great for our Asian fans
Arsenal head out to Singapore in July to take part in the Barclays Asia Trophy and Arsenal legend Ian Wright predicts it'll be exciting...
Walcott urged to push past Arsenal troubles
Ian Wright has called on Theo Walcott to remain at Arsenal and push past his current rough spot.
The winger has struggled to regain his...
Arsenal legend thinks Arsenal should sign Liverpool defender
Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, thinks he's got the answer to Arsenal's problems: Martin Skrtel.
The Liverpool centreback, who's apparently in talks with the Merseyside team...
Arsenal legend praises Hull for Rocastle tribute
Ian Wright has praised Hull for their tribute to David Rocastle on Monday night.
Wright, who told us in an exclusive interview recently how it...
Ian Wright scores the winner (again)
Ian Wright scored the winner in his #OneMoreGame match at Wembley - his final ever game.
After hitting 1,000,000 Twitter followers, Ian Wright decided to...
Lewis Hamilton: I've been an Arsenal fan all my life
In an interview with Sky Sports, Formula One star Lewis Hamilton talks about his love of Arsenal and Ian Wright in particular.
The 30-year-old and...
Exclusive: Nothing could have turned my head from Arsenal
Ian Wright was a wanted man before he moved to Arsenal in 1991 but he was only ever going to sign for Arsenal once they were interested.
Exclusive: Ian Wright – My biggest regret is leaving Arsenal
Ian Wright has revealed that his biggest regret is leaving Arsenal.
EXCLUSIVE: Spurs fans HATED me – Wrighty
Daily Cannon met up with Ian Wright ahead of #OneMoreGame for an exclusive interview which we will be bringing to you in a number of pieces.
Waiting For God
What happens when you meet your footballing hero? This is...
Exclusive: The greatest 90 minutes of Wrighty's life
Ian Wright exclusively reveals the greatest 90 minutes of his life
EXCLUSIVE: Ian Wright's Wembley love affair
Thanks to Ball Street, DailyCannon had an exclusive interview with Arsenal legend Ian Wright.
EXCLUSIVE: Ian Wright on his upcoming last ever game and love for Arsenal
Thanks to Ball Street, DailyCannon had an exclusive interview with Arsenal legend Ian Wright.
Alexis enthusiasm reminiscent of Wrighty
Arsene Wenger compared Alexis Sanchez to Ian Wright and they share many similarities as Paul Williams explores.
Harry Kane – Once A Gunner, Always A Gunner
Harry Kane recently signed a new Tottenham contract and protested his love for the lesser North London club, but is he telling the truth? Here at the Daily Cannon, we doubt it...