Tag: Watford FC

Keown: Arsenal need more of a steeliness and a determination

Martin Keown has questioned the steeliness and determination of the current Arsenal players after their spineless 2-1 defeat to Watford on Saturday.

Pardew: Arsenal are seriously lacking leadership

Arsene Wenger is being let down by a lack of leaders in his squad. That's the view of former Newcastle and Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew.
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown.

Keown: Wenger should take note of Deeney’s criticism of Arsenal

Former Gunner Martin Keown reckons that Arsene Wenger needs to listen to Troy Deeney's criticism of Arsenal, whether he likes it or not.

Cleverley: We smelled blood against Arsenal

Tom Cleverley said the Watford players saw an opportunity to hurt Arsenal late on, after their equaliser from the penalty spot.

Cascarino: Arsenal are soft from top to bottom

Tony Cascarino has branded the whole club as 'soft' following their defeat at Watford.

Shearer: Arsenal are lacking leadership

Alan Shearer believes that Arsenal lack leadership and ruthlessness, which is how smaller clubs manage to get one over on them if they apply enough pressure.
Mark Clattenburg

Clattenburg: Richarlison did not dive to win penalty

Mark Clattenburg has said there was enough contact on Richarlison to warrant a penalty. 

Despite what Wenger says, there’s nothing unbelievable about Arsenal’s defeat at Watford

Arsene Wenger slammed the "unbelievable" penalty decision that he feels lost Arsenal the game.

5 things we learned from Arsenal’s latest shambles

There wasn't a great deal we learned from Arsenal's 2-1 defeat at Watford.

Referee, players, international break or manager: Who was really to blame for Arsenal’s defeat...

The manager, players, referee and even the international break were cited as reasons for Arsenal's defeat, so which one was it?

Drink, time travel and denial: Arsenal fans list their post-Watford coping mechanisms

Arsenal fans have explained how they cope with defeats like the one to Watford on Saturday, given the nature of yet another embarrassing loss.

Arsenal fans furious with Xhaka for picking his nose while Watford scored winner

Nobody was impressed by Xhaka's defensive effort in stoppage time. 
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 31: Troy Deeney of Watford celebrates his side's 2-1 win in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on January 31, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Deeney: Arsenal lacked ‘cojones’ – and he’s not wrong

Troy Deeney entered the pitch fully intended on 'whacking' Arsenal players because he knew they wouldn't stand up to him.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: Per Mertesacker of Arsenal looks on during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers at Emirates Stadium on September 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Mertesacker delivers familiar excuses after Watford defeat

Per Mertesacker believes Arsenal stopped playing their game in the second half against Watford.

Weger dishes out blame in all the wrong places after Watford defeat

Arsene Wenger came out with the usual excuses after his side's defeat at Watford. 

They made everybody miserable again: Arsenal player ratings v Watford

Arsenal squandered an easy three points against Watford in the most Arsenal way possible, but how did the players do individually?

Poor finishing and dreadful refereeing sees Arsenal drop three easy points

A combination of poor finishing and poor refereeing saw Arsenal frustrated at Watford. 

Ramsey misses training before Watford match

Arsenal could be without Aaron Ramsey for their game against Watford.

Capoue: I want to beat Arsenal, it’s in my blood now

Etienne Capoue says that after his spell with Spurs, he'd like nothing more than to beat Arsenal with Watford on Saturday.

Arsenal aiming to avoid unwanted 80-year record against Watford

Arsenal will be aiming to avoid drawing level with this rather depressing record for the first time in 80 years against Watford on Saturday.

2 changes as injuries strike: Predicted Arsenal 3-4-2-1 v Watford

Regular football resumes after the interlull and Arsenal are without at least one of their key players ahead of their clash against Watford on Saturday.

Double injury boost for Arsenal ahead of Watford tie

On Thursday morning, Arsene Wenger delivered the latest team news ahead of Arsenal's Premier League clash against Watford.

Team news, predicted XI + more: Watford v Arsenal preview

Club football is back, as Arsenal face Watford at Vicarage Road on Saturday in the Gunners' eighth match of the season.

Wenger: Silva has been impressive at Watford

Arsene Wenger had high praise for fellow manager Marco Silva ahead of Arsenal's trip to Vicarage Road.

Welbeck to return for Watford clash

Arsene Wenger has revealed that Danny Welbeck is currently ahead of schedule and will be available for selection on Saturday.

Koscielny to return for Watford clash

Arsene Wenger will apparently start Laurent Koscielny against Watford on Saturday.

Mustafi ruled out for up to six weeks

Arsene Wenger has confirmed that Shkodran Mustafi will be sidelined for four to six weeks due to a hamstring injury.

Neil Swarbrick appointed referee for Watford vs Arsenal

Neil Swarbrick will be in charge of Saturday's Premier League meeting between Watford and Arsenal at Vicarage Road.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 116: The interlull strikes back

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon podcast, Matthew is joined by Sylvain and Watford FC vlogger Paul Muzzy to preview the upcoming clash at Vicarage Road, and to round up the international news.

Koscielny being monitored ahead of Watford clash

While Laurent Koscielny could still feature for Arsenal against Watford on Saturday, his Achilles, which has been giving him issues since August 2014, is being monitored ahead of the clash.

Fans furious after Mustafi picks up serious injury in meaningless international friendly

Shkodran Mustafi is a doubt for Arsenal's clash against Watford on Saturday and Gooners aren't happy.
Injury League

Injury League: Arsenal drop to fourth as Everton remain top

Arsenal have dropped to fourth in the Injury League table, with Crystal Palace move up into third. Everton are top and Watford remain second.
Injury League

Injury League: Arsenal still third as Everton remain top

Arsenal stay third in the Injury League table, Everton are top and Watford are currently in second place.

9 things Arsenal fans can expect to happen between now and Transfer Deadline Day

It's all been kicking off for Arsenal in the transfer market this week so what can we expect between now and Deadline Day?

Report: Watford pull out of deal for Kieran Gibbs

Watford have reportedly pulled out of the deal to sign Kieran Gibbs.

West Brom could hijack Watford’s bid for Gibbs

West Brom are reportedly back in the race for Kieran Gibbs, after Arsenal previously agreed a £7m fee with Watford.

Arsenal stories you may have missed over the weekend

Kieran Gibbs close to an exit, Alexis Sanchez names his wage demands, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain unsure about his future and Arsenal ready to trigger £72m release clause for Real Madrid star.

Niang rejects £21m deal and signs off with stress

AC Milan striker M’Baye Niang, who has been linked with Arsenal and Everton this summer, has reportedly rejected a move to Spartak Moscow and will be away for 10 days after signing off with stress.
Injury League

Injury League: Arsenal drop to 3rd, Watford remain top

Arsenal have dropped down to third in the Injury League table ahead of their trip to Liverpool after being joint-top with Watford last week.

Report: West Brom want Gibbs but defender may have to take pay cut

West Brom are reportedly still interested in signing Kieran Gibbs after they were rumoured to have dropped their interest, but the defender will have to lower his apparent wage demands.