Tag: Pep Guardiola

Thierry Henry

Arsenal fans disagree with Joan Laporta’s advice over Arsene Wenger replacement

Ex-Barcelona president Joan Laporta believes that Arsenal should take a chance on appointing Thierry Henry as manager just like he did with Pep Guardiola, but the fans don't agree.

Sterling could return from injury in time for Arsenal clash

Raheem Sterling could return from injury to face Arsenal on Thursday, according to Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 31: A dejected looking Alexis Sanchez of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on January 31, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

United board members ‘criticise Mourinho’ over Sanchez signing

Manchester United executives criticised Jose Mourinho's transfer policy at a London dinner party last week, according to reports.

Fernandinho set to miss Arsenal clash with injury

Fernandinho will miss Arsenal's clash with Manchester City at the Emirates on Thursday, after picking up a hamstring injury in the League Cup final over the weekend.
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown.

Keown blasts Arsenal’s ‘naivety’ and claims belief is gone

Martin Keown says Arsenal were naive in their embarrassing League Cup final defeat to Manchester City, and blamed their schoolboy defending for the result.

‘They don’t even play good football anymore’: Media tear Arsenal to shreds after cup...

Arsenal's 3-0 defeat has left fans outraged and the media frothing at the mouth.
Pep Guardiola and Arsene Wenger

£371m: Guardiola spends more in 21 months than Wenger in 21 years

Pep Guardiola has spent more money in 21 months at Manchester City than Arsene Wenger has in 21 years at Arsenal.

Defensive blunders, dramatic Pep Guardiola & ‘Aguerooo!’: 23 things Arsenal fans can expect from...

After Arsenal lost 2-1 at home to Östersunds FK on Thursday night, it's probably fair to say that Gooners aren't expecting much from the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City on Sunday.

Raheem Sterling & Gabriel Jesus fit for League Cup final after all

Despite Pep Guardiola confirming on Friday that Raheem Sterling was suffering with a muscular problem and was therefore a doubt for the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal, it seems the 23-year-old has been ruled fit after all.
Pep Guardiola

Guardiola and Aguero escape punishment from the FA – again

For the second time this season, Manchester City players have received no punishment for their part in post-match and off-field fracas after the FA reviewed their cup tie against Wigan Athletic.

Panic attack for Manchester City fans as Arsenal get 15.4% boost

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Manchester City’s second choice goalkeeper will be between the sticks for the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal.

Gabriel Jesus returns to training ahead of Arsenal clashes

Manchester City have announced that Gabriel Jesus was in training on Friday, as he makes his return from injury ahead of the League Cup final next weekend.

Gilberto Silva tried to help seal Fred’s move to City in January

Former Gunner Gilberto Silva tried to help Fred seal a move from Shakhtar Donetsk to Manchester City this January, according to reports.

Wenger’s win % better than Mourinho, Klopp and Pochettino

Arsene Wenger has a better win percentage over his Premier League career with Arsenal than Mauricio Pochettino, Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp have with their current clubs.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 133: The future is now

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew is joined by Anita & special guest Tim from @7amkickoff to talk about transfer...

The media hate Wenger: Their treatment of Poch, Klopp and Guardiola proves it

Arsene Wenger's relationship with the British press has always been somewhat rocky but, when you observe how they treat other managers, you really get a sense that they intensely dislike the Frenchman.

Official: Alexis Sanchez and Henrikh Mkhitaryan finally completes

Henrikh Mkhitaryan has joined Arsenal in a swap deal with Manchester United. Alexis Sanchez is moving in the other direction.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 18: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal (L) and Josep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City (R) embrace after the final whistle during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on December 18, 2016 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Guardiola admits Alexis’ wage demands forced Manchester City out of race

Pep Guardiola has suggested Manchester City gave up on trying to sign Alexis Sanchez because of the player's high wage demands.

Guardiola accepts Alexis Manchester United move and wishes him well

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola accepted he had lost out in the race to sign Alexis Sanchez as Jose Mourinho insisted Friday it was still not certain the Chile forward would join Manchester United.

Alexis choosing Manchester United over Manchester City shows he is no football purist

All he wants to do is play! It’s something you hear constantly about Alexis Sanchez and it’s true, but he’s not above wanting to do that for the highest amount possible like all the others.

5 reasons why Manchester United are prepared to pay stupid money for Alexis Sanchez

With Alexis Sanchez's shock move to Manchester United seemingly just days away, we look at why the Red Devils are prepared to spend such big money on the 29-year-old.

Manchester City trying to use Alexis to drive Arsenal price down

Manchester City are apparently ready to walk away from a deal to sign Alexis in January due to financial demands, but are they really or is Pep Guardiola just up to his old tricks?
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 05: Jose Mourinho, Manager of Manchester United looks on during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Manchester United and Derby County at Old Trafford on January 5, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Mourinho praises Alexis but refuses to disrespect Arsenal – no really

Arsene Wenger admitted Friday that Alexis Sanchez's future is up in the air as Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola stayed tight-lipped over potential moves for the forward during the January transfer window.

De Bruyne: Alexis will add something to the team

Kevin De Bruyne says Alexis Sanchez will improve the team when he joins Manchester City, but he doesn't know if that will be in January.

‘Guardiola will call me soon’ – Blow for Arsenal in pursuit of Fred

Brazilian midfielder Fred says he's waiting on Pep Guardiola's call, despite links to Arsenal and Manchester United this week.

Are Guardiola’s Alexis comments just part of Manchester City’s Barcelona game?

After Gabriel Jesus picked up an injury on Sunday that left him in tears, many people speculated that Man City would move for Alexis in January to replace their fallen star.

Arsenal: Calendar Champions 2 out 5 years but not 2017

League leaders Manchester City would've already won the 2017 league if it was played in calendar format, owever, Arsenal would have two titles in the last five years.

Guardiola watching: Is this the only reason Alexis did so well against Crystal Palace?

With Manchester City set to face Crystal Palace on Sunday, is it fair for Arsenal fans to assume that Alexis Sanchez's superb showing at Selhurst Park was for Pep Guardiola's benefit?

Reports claim Alexis’ move to Man City is a done deal

Alexis Sanchez will reportedly sign for Manchester City next month after agreeing terms, despite Arsène Wenger's insistence that Arsenal haven't received an offer.

Is this why Alexis is struggling for form?

Alexis Sanchez hasn't played anywhere near his best this season. Many blame the Chilean's desire to leave as a reason for his struggles, but could Arsene Wenger be to blame?

Manchester City fans delighted as Pep puts Alexis plans ‘on hold’

Pep Guardiola is reportedly set to put plans to sign Alexis Sanchez in January on hold in favour of signing a defender and Manchester City fans are over the moon.
Mikel Arteta

Key man: Arteta shining at City while Arsenal head for regret

Mikel Arteta has a played a huge role in Manchester City's success this season, and is showing what Arsenal are missing out on.

The story behind Arsene Wenger’s Manchester City ‘petrol’ comments

Arsene Wenger's intelligence is well known but during his pre-Newcastle presser, it seems that he might have been so smart with his comments that most of the press completely missed where he was coming from.

Wenger nominated for Premier League Manager of the Month award

Arsene Wenger has been nominated for the November Manager of the Month award.

Pep Guardiola explains what he told Arsenal when they tried to buy Sterling

Arsenal had no chance of signing Raheem Sterling in the summer according to Pep Guardiola who has been speaking about the rumours surrounding the player.

Guardiola takes a shot at Wenger over penalty controversy

Pep Guardiola has taken a shot at Arsene Wenger after Manchester City were awarded two 'clear' penalties during their 2-1 win over Huddersfield on Sunday.

Correcting the problems from the Manchester City debacle

Last Sunday, when Arsenal's team selection to face Manchester City was announced, there were two immediate reactions of disbelief.

Guardiola: We could have scored five or six against Arsenal

Pep Guardiola thinks Manchester City could've scored more goals against Arsenal at the weekend, despite two goals in their 3-1 win coming from a penalty and offside goal.

Guardiola distracts from offside goal by highlighting a ‘handball’ from 2016

Manager Pep Guardiola tried to distract from Manchester City's offside goal on Sunday by pointing to a goal Arsenal scored 13 months ago.

Guardiola: There’s no difference between Arsenal and Manchester City

Pep Guardiola says the difference between Arsenal and Manchester City in the Premier League table is nothing, ahead of the match between the two sides on Sunday.