Tag: Watford FC

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal to wear home kit for Watford clash at Vicarage Road

Arsenal are set to wear their home kit for Sunday's Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - AUGUST 10: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during at London Colney on August 10, 2019, in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Watford vs Arsenal: How and when to watch, team news and predicted XI

Arsenal face Watford in their first Premier League fixture after the international break, travelling to Vicarage Road on Sunday.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 01: Referee Anthony Taylor during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Goodison Park on September 01, 2019 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Worst ref appointed to Watford v Arsenal

Another Premier League game, another chance for Anthony Taylor to do something stupid, yes indeedy, the worst ref in the division will take charge of Arsenal's game against Watford.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 212: A non-dull interlull

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita discuss the weekend's international fixtures from an Arsenal perspective, give an injury...
Arsenal's British striker Danny Welbeck celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Europa League quarter-final second leg football match between CSKA Moscow and Arsenal at VEB Arena stadium in Moscow on April 12, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Alexander NEMENOV

Danny Welbeck close to Watford move

Danny Welbeck is reportedly in talks with Watford as the forward looks to find a new club.

Official: Bayli Spencer-Adams signs for Watford following Arsenal release

Bayli Spencer-Adams has signed for Watford on a one-year deal after his release by Arsenal this summer.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Troy Deeney of Watford talks to Lucas Torreira of Arsenal after being shown a red card for an elbow on the Arsenal player during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on April 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Major trouble for Arsenal ahead if Watford beat Manchester City in FA Cup final

The thought of Watford beating Manchester City in the FA Cup final may seem hilarious but if that happens and Arsenal finish sixth in the league they are in for shortened pre-season and extra games in the Europa League.
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Episode 192: Inconsistent consistent inconsistency

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Sylvain laugh (briefly) at Troy Deeney, laud the performance in Naples, and lament...
WATFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal closes down Ben Foster of Watford and scores the winning goal during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on April 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Arsenal need to find home comforts on the road

Victory over Watford at Vicarage Road on Monday represented a potential turning point in the final fight for a successful season.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal closes down Ben Foster of Watford and scores the winning goal during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on April 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

What Bernd Leno said to Ben Foster after Aubameyang’s goal

Bernd Leno told Ben Foster not to feel too bad about conceding in the way he did to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang because the Gabonese striker is ‘too quick'.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal closes down Ben Foster of Watford and scores the winning goal during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on April 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Bernd Leno told Ben Foster not to blame himself for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang goal

Bernd Leno told Ben Foster it wasn't his fault he conceded to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on Monday night, as the Arsenal striker is just too quick.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Troy Deeney of Watford leaves the field after being shown a red card for elbowing Lucas Torreira of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on April 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Watford manager doesn’t know why Troy Deeney was sent off so let me explain...

Watford manager Javi Gracia doesn't know why Troy Deeney was sent off against Arsenal so I thought I'd explain it to him.
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Episode 191: A real test of cojones

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and former sports radio partner in crime Jonny Wright (@xymyorkrapper) talk about the first...
WATFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Troy Deeney of Watford leaves the field after being shown a red card for elbowing Lucas Torreira of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on April 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal player ratings v Watford: His misses were embarrassing

Arsenal just edged through their Premier League clash against Watford with a 1-0 victory, despite playing most of the game with a man advantage.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates scoring his side's first goal during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on April 15, 2019 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Player ratings vs Watford: Arsenal edge crucial 1-0 away victory

Arsenal just edged through their Premier League clash against Watford with a 1-0 victory, despite playing most of the game with a man advantage.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Troy Deeney of Watford applauds the fans after the Premier League match between Watford and Crystal Palace at Vicarage Road on December 26, 2016 in Watford, England. (Photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s trip to Watford is their 1st cup final of 7

For once, Arsenal’s trip to Watford isn’t the Hornets cup final. It’s Arsenal’s.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 14: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 Second Leg match between Arsenal and Stade Rennais at Emirates Stadium on March 14, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)

Unai Emery to make 5 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Watford

Arsenal travel to Watford on Monday as they try to keep pace in the battle for a Premier League top four spot.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 13: Jadon Sancho of Borussia Dortmund looks on during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 First Leg match between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium on February 13, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

FA to investigate Manchester City over illegal agent payment for player Arsenal tried to...

The FA are expected to examine claims that Manchester City made an illegal payment of £200,000 to Jadon Sancho’s agent before the player moved to the club from Watford,
WATFORD, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Troy Deeney of Watford applauds the fans after the Premier League match between Watford and Crystal Palace at Vicarage Road on December 26, 2016 in Watford, England. (Photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images)

Troy Deeney tries to be relevant by talking nonsense about Arsenal

Troy Deeney, by his own admission, doesn’t like Arsenal, but it’s bordering on obsession now.
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Episode 167: A (not all that) Magnificent Seven

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita look back at home victories against local rivals Watford and Brentford and...
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 29: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal is tackled during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Watford FC at Emirates Stadium on September 29, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Liverpool sprint the most, Manchester United the least, where are Arsenal

We know Arsenal are running more under Unai Emery, so how did they do this weekend against Watford?

Holding and Iwobi impress with push for Emery’s first choice eleven: Player ratings vs...

Arsenal had to wait until the 81st minute to open the scoring against Watford, but ended up winning the match 2-0, for a seventh consecutive victory.

Ahead of Arsenal, Troy Deeney admits Watford ‘take turns’ kicking

Troy Deeney admits that Watford took turns kicking Wilfried Zaha yet it is only Rafa Benitez who is facing any punishment.
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Kabasele escapes suspension vs Arsenal after red card is rescinded

Christian Kabasele will be available to face Arsenal this weekend, after the red card he picked up against Tottenham Hotspur was rescinded by the FA.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Troy Deeney of Watford applauds the fans after the Premier League match between Watford and Crystal Palace at Vicarage Road on December 26, 2016 in Watford, England. (Photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images)

Troy Deeney to take injections to be fit for Arsenal

Troy Deeney will take ‘an injection’ in order to ensure he’s fit to face Arsenal this weekend in a desperate bid to show he has ‘cajones’ of his own.

5-year-deal agreed as another drops from Arsenal’s ‘list’

Watford have agreed a five-year deal with 18-year-old Ben Wilmot who was heavily linked with Arsenal towards the end of last season.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Abdoulaye Doucoure of Watford in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on March 11, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Doucoure hints at summer transfer with social media post

Abdoulaye Doucoure hinted at a summer transfer with a post on Twitter on Saturday morning, thanking the fans and the club for this season.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 03: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on February 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Phenomenal Aubameyang Arsenal celebration photo

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's goal celebrations are legendary, but there will be few better shots of the Gabonese striker after he scores than this one from the game against Watford.

Bad news as Arsenal make official approach but player picks Watford

Arsenal look set to lose out on Ben Wilmot as Watford beat a host of clubs to the 18-year-old’s signature.

Arsenal have to pay £40m for Premier League star

Watford will demand £40m for Richarlison this summer as Arsenal continue to be linked with the winger along with a host of other top clubs.

Who are the favourites to sign Shaw after latest Mourinho fall-out?

Luke Shaw is edging closer to the exit at Manchester United, based on his expiring contract and poor relationship with Jose Mourinho, but who could he join next?

Episode 139: The joys of parenthood

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Stephen and Helen discuss Arsenal's recent winning streak, 'diving', and the price of watching Arsenal. Also,...

19-year-old goalkeeper Lafont to leave Toulouse this summer

19-year-old goalkeeper Alban Lafont is set to leave Toulouse this summer, according to the French media, with Arsenal joining four other clubs in showing an interest.
MILAN, ITALY - MARCH 08: Aaron Ramsey of Arsenal celebrates after scoring during the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 match between AC Milan and Arsenal at the San Siro on March 8, 2018 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Ramsey hopes Arsenal’s performances will encourage fans

Aaron Ramsey hopes Arsenal fans will come back and fill seats against AC Milan, after a number of supporters stayed away from the Watford match on Sunday.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 138: Cojones? We don’ need no stinking cojones…

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew, Sylvian, and Anita discuss the minor Milanese miracle and (eventually) walloping Watford. They also look...

Napoli willing to pay £8.9m for Arsenal target Lafont

Napoli and Roma are reportedly willing to pay €10m for Toulouse goalkeeper Alban Lafont, who Arsenal have also been linked with.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Abdoulaye Doucoure of Watford in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on March 11, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

‘Doucoure is better than any midfield player Arsenal have got in their team’

Tim Sherwood believes that Watford’s Abdoulaye Doucoure would walk into the Arsenal side and that the Arsenal fans and Arsene Wenger would love to have him.

Holding: Cech’s record was hanging over his head

Rob Holding has admitted that Petr Cech’s 200 clean sheet record has been hanging over the 35-year-old.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates scoring the 2nd Arsenal goal with Mohamed Elneny of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on March 11, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

‘Better than Pogba’: Arsenal fans’ love-in with Elneny continues after Watford performance

Arsenal fans have been raving about Mohamed Elneny following his superb performance against Watford.

Reiss Nelson ‘fuming’ over Watford sub snub

Reiss Nelson was apparently seen throwing his bib to the ground in frustration when Jack Wilshere was chosen to get subbed on against Watford instead.