Tag: Unai Emery

Unai Emery was Head Coach of Arsenal Football Club from May 2018 to November 2019.

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his team's third goal with Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Arsenal during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Arsenal and Vorskla Poltava at Emirates Stadium on September 20, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Henry Browne/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s substitutes score more goals than any other Premier League team’s

Arsenal lead the Premier League in goals scored by substitutes after another one went in from Henrikh Mkhitaryan on Sunday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 08: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives a thumbs up during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Arsenal and Sporting CP at Emirates Stadium on November 8, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Can Arsenal win the league?

Can Arsenal win the league? It’s a question that seems a little less ridiculous today than it did just a few months ago, but can they? Can Arsenal win the league?
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - MARCH 18: Danny Welbeck of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on March 18, 2017 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

Danny Welbeck undergoes surgery

Unai Emery confirmed at his post-Wolves press conference that Danny Welbeck underwent surgery on his broken ankle on Friday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 07: Lucas Torreira of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Arsenal FC at Craven Cottage on October 7, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Lucas Torreira on the language barrier, $100 haircuts and who drives him to training

Lucas Torreira spoke to the Uruguayan media this week about how his move to Arsenal is going so far, telling stories of his life in a new city.
Lille's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between Amiens and Lille at the Licorne stadium in Amiens, northern France, on August 26, 2018. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI / AFP) (Photo credit should read FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal ‘step up’ race for Nicolas Pepe after Danny Welbeck injury

Arsenal are reportedly ‘stepping up’ their pursuit of Nicolas Pepe after Danny Welbeck’s injury on Thursday night.
Unai Emery (right) with Arsenal’s director of football Raúl Sanllehí. Photograph: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images

Raul Sanllehi hints Arsenal could invest in January in the case of injury like...

Raul Sanllehi's comments from a recent interview have resurfaced after the injury to Danny Welbeck, as they now imply Arsenal could be involved in the January transfer window market.

Shkodran Mustafi explains the ‘biggest’ difference between Arsene Wenger and Unai Emery

Shkodran Mustafi says the biggest difference between Arsene Wenger and Unai Emery is that the new Arsenal head coach knows exactly what he wants from every individual in the team.
England's forward Danny Welbeck is interviewed in Repino on July 1, 2018, ahead of the team's Russia 2018 World Cup round of 16 football match against Colombia. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS / AFP)

Danny Welbeck still in hospital, surgery being considered, surgeon identified

Danny Welbeck remains in hospital with the club, player and medical staff waiting on swelling to subside before they decide if surgery is required.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 08: Referee Gediminas Mazeika and Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Arsenal stand over Danny Welbeck of Arsenal as he is injured during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Arsenal and Sporting CP at Emirates Stadium on November 8, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Player ratings v Sporting CP: Midfielders struggle to create in drab draw

Arsenal drew 0-0 in a very frustrating Thursday night clash with Sporting CP, which nonetheless left the Gunners in an extremely strong position to top the group.
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Bernd Leno: I will give my best performances to keep the number 1 spot

Bernd Leno insists he'll give everything to remain Arsenal's first choice goalkeeper, after starting against Liverpool despite Petr Cech's return to full fitness.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 15: Nacho Monreal of Arsenal takes a throw in during the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 second leg match between Arsenal and AC Milan at Emirates Stadium on March 15, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Unai Emery: Nacho Monreal is out for Sporting CP – we are taking precautions

Unai Emery has confirmed that Nacho Monreal won't feature against Sporting CP on Thursday, as the club ease him back from injury slowly.

9 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup v Sporting Lisbon

Arsenal host Sporting Lisbon on Thursday, after a good result against Liverpool kept their unbeaten run going over the weekend.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool shoots as Bernd Leno of Arsenal makes a save during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on November 3, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Bernd Leno admits Arsenal fans were ‘uneasy’ in August: Now they’re backing the team

Bernd Leno says the players can feel the difference in belief amongst Arsenal supporters from the start of the season to last weekend's draw with Liverpool.
Monaco's French head-coach Thierry Henry arrives for a press conference on October 23, 2018, in Bruges on the eve of UEFA Champions' League football match against Club Brugge KV. (Photo by BRUNO FAHY / BELGA / AFP) / Belgium OUT (Photo credit should read BRUNO FAHY/AFP/Getty Images)

Thierry Henry as Monaco manager not going so well

When Arsene Wenger announced he was leaving, Thierry Henry made a big deal of wanting the job but his start at Monaco shows up his inexperience.
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - SEPTEMBER 19: Nicolas Tagliafico of Ajax celebrates scoring a goal during the Group E match of the UEFA Champions League between Ajax and AEK Athens at Johan Cruyff Arena on September 19, 2018 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Nacho Monreal ‘not the player profile required by new Arsenal’

Arsenal are reportedly eyeing up a move for Ajax’s Nicolas Tagliafico as Nacho Monreal does not fit the ‘player profile required by new Arsenal’ according to a report from Spain.
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Unai Emery identifies his first-choice Arsenal midfield

It’s taken him a few months but Unai Emery looks to have finally settled on Granit Xhaka and Lucas Torreira as his preferred midfield partnership and seemed to confirm that with his post-Liverpool comments.
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Arsenal player ratings vs Liverpool: Lucas Torreira and Granit Xhaka star

Arsenal came back from 1-0 down to draw against Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, in an encouraging display for Unai Emery's side.

Unai Emery admits he suffered with anxiety as a player

Unai Emery has admitted that the pressure of football used to get to him as a player, and he didn't know how to manage it on his own.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Julio Pleguezuelo of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Arsenal and Blackpool at Emirates Stadium on October 31, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Julio Pleguezuelo: I’d love to play in the North London derby

Julio Pleguezuelo has admitted that after making his debut for the Arsenal first team against Blackpool on Wednesday, he's already eyeing another opportunity in the North London derby next round.

Bayern Munich ‘keen’ to sign Aaron Ramsey on pre-contract agreement

Bayern Munich are keen to tie Aaron Ramsey down to a pre-contract agreement in January, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates after he scores his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on November 3, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Lacazette proves he’s a big game player yet again

Alexandre Lacazette proved he can have an impact in the biggest games once again on Saturday, scoring a vital goal for Unai Emery's side in Arsenal's clash with Liverpool.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Mohamed Salah of Liverpool looks on after Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal (not pictured) scores his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on November 3, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Unai Emery hails Arsenal fans

Unai Emery hailed the ‘big atmosphere’ at the Emirates as Arsenal drew 1-1 with Liverpool on Saturday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Arsenal and Blackpool at Emirates Stadium on October 31, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s dreaded November curse: Should we be scared ahead of Liverpool?

November is upon us and that can only mean one thing – as we continue to mend our shattered Arsenal hearts, it’s time for the dreaded Arsenal curse to kick in and rob us of every single shred of optimism we’ve managed to claw together since the season started.

11 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup v Liverpool

Arsenal host Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, in their first big-six clash since mid-August.
SINGAPORE - JULY 28: Unai Emery head coach of Arsenal interviews during the International Champions Cup match between Arsenal and Paris Saint Germain at the National Stadium on July 28, 2018 in Singapore. (Photo by Thananuwat Srirasant/Getty Images for ICC)

Unai Emery explains why he spends so much time on videos and analysing opponents

In a recent interview with the Spanish media, Unai Emery revealed the story behind his obsession with video analysis of his team's opponents.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Arsenal and Blackpool at Emirates Stadium on October 31, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Watch: Arsenal fan spots key Unai Emery coaching technique in action

Unai Emery appears to let Juan Carlos Carcedo run things defensively for Arsenal, only taking over when the Gunners are back in possession, based on a video from Wednesday night.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 28: Lucas Torreira of Arsenal acknowledges the travelling support following the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on October 28, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Lucas Torreira explains why he works well paired with Granit Xhaka

Lucas Torreira has spoken to the media about adapting to Arsenal's style of play, and why he works so well with Granit Xhaka.

Bernd Leno and Alexandre Lacazette watched Blackpool clash from the stands

Bernd Leno and Alexandre Lacazette watched Arsenal's victory over Blackpool from the crowd, after both missed out on the squad for the match.

Arsenal player ratings vs Blackpool: Gunners progress despite average team performance

Arsenal got the win they needed to progress against Blackpool on Wednesday night, but it ended up being harder work than it could've been thanks to Matteo Guendouzi's red card.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Arsenal and Blackpool at Emirates Stadium on October 31, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Unai Emery eager to face ‘great moment’ against Tottenham

Unai Emery believes Arsenal’s draw against Tottenham in the Carabao Cup will offer one side a ‘great moment’ to win.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 28: Petr Cech of Arsenal (L) and Stephan Lichtsteiner of Arsenal arrive at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on October 28, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Petr Cech told he is no longer Arsenal’s number 1

Petr Cech has been told he is no longer Arsenal’s number one keeper after his hamstring injury handed Bernd Leno his chance.

Injury blow & 8 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Blackpool

Arsenal face Blackpool at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, looking to get back to winning ways after a frustrating draw against Crystal Palace.

Report: Arsenal consider free transfer move for Juan Mata

Arsenal are considering a move for Manchester United playmaker Juan Mata on a free transfer, with Unai Emery a 'big admirer', according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 28: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal during the warm up before the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on October 28, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin injury update

Hector Bellerin was taken off at halftime against Crystal Palace on Sunday because of a muscular problem that is not likely to keep him sidelined for any serious amount of time.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 28: Lucas Torreira of Arsenal acknowledges the travelling support following the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on October 28, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal player ratings: Torreira impresses despite frustrating day v Crystal Palace

Arsenal dropped points for the first time in 12 games against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, in a very frustrating afternoon for Unai Emery's side.

Unai Emery to make 7 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Crystal Palace

Arsenal travel to Crystal Palace on Sunday, less than 72 hours after their game in Lisbon, attempting to maintain their position in the Premier League's top four.
LISBON, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 25: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal applauds fans after the match during the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Sporting CP and Arsenal at Estadio Jose Alvalade on October 25, 2018 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Sokratis dominates, Welbeck and Guendouzi impress: Player ratings v Sporting

Arsenal had to fight hard for their 11th consecutive win on Thursday night, but they managed to grind out a 1-0 victory in the end.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Alex Iwobi of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Alex Iwobi: The manager is always being very positive with me

Alex Iwobi says Unai Emery is encouraging him to be positive, even if he makes mistakes, and to keep on working hard for the full 90 minutes.
BAKU, AZERBAIJAN - OCTOBER 04: Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal applauds fans after the UEFA Europa League Group E match between Qarabag FK and Arsenal at on October 4, 2018 in Baku, Azerbaijan. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)

Sporting Lisbon v Arsenal: Stats, history, form, press conference, more

Unai Emery insists Arsenal are going to Portugal to face Sporting Lisbon determined to win the Europa League.
Arsenal's English striker Danny Welbeck (R) celebrates with Arsenal's Swiss defender Stephan Lichtsteiner after scoring the team's second goal during the UEFA Europa League group E football match between Arsenal and Vorskla Poltava at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 20, 2018. (Photo by Ian KINGTON / AFP)

7 changes: Arsenal predicted lineup v Sporting Lisbon

Arsenal face Sporting Lisbon in Portugal on Thursday, as they fight with the Primeira Liga side to top their Europa League group.