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Lehman said "goodbay" to Arsenal

2008-05-05T16:38:00.002+03:00

The german goalkeeper left Emirates Stadium on Sunday with tears in his eyes and a smile on his face.

Before kick-off, Arsène Wenger had said the 38-year-old was "99 per cent" likely to leave at the end of his contract in the summer. Therefore the manager afforded his German keeper the luxury of a 20-minute appearance at the end of the 1-0 win over Everton.

At full time captain William Gallas convinced the former Dortmund stopper to make his own personal farewell. He then joined the rest of the side in a more general thank you to the fans.

Lehmann's name was sung the loudest, proof that his five years had been memorable.

"I had one or two tears in my eyes," he said afterwards. "It was a great farewell for me. This farewell will always stay in my heart.

"The boss told me before that he planned to get me on. It was a very warm welcome on the pitch and I was very fortunate because the team didn't let me down before, just in case it had been 3-0 or 2-0 for Everton, it would have been a different reception."

So how does Lehmann look back on the Arsenal experience?

"It was the right decision from the start to the end, to come here," he said. "Not only in terms of football but as well for my family. My children now are talking, are speaking better English than German, and they don't want to go back.

"My wife and myself, we learnt the language quite well and we learnt about another way of life. A very respectful, very kind way and that's a little bit different to Germany. There are a lot of similarities between English and German people but there are some differences as well.

"As for the football I was part of a team which was playing probably the most attractive game. It was really good.

"In the first two years we won something, unfortunately in the third year we were very close to winning the Champions League, but failed in the end.

"My biggest memory was probably the Real Madrid game at home, when we played 0-0. Then of course the FA Cup Final and then there was the game we became champions at Tottenham.

"I was together with Sol Campbell we were the only players who felt disappointed in the dressing-room because we didn't know we were champions by this time. We had conceded a goal just at the end and it finished 2-2. That was a very, very emotional moment for me.

"But, I said before, there are more memories than only just playing, there is the reception of the supporters. The respectful kindness of the supporters."

And that is what Lehmann saw for one last time on Sunday.

Arsenal have prepared for penalties!

2008-04-08T15:51:00.003+03:00

Arsene Wenger has primed his side for penalties ahead of Tuesday night's Champions League Quarter-Final second leg at Anfield and says that, should the game go to spot-kicks, it will be a battle of nerves.

The last three games between Arsenal and Liverpool finished draw 1-1, so everyone expected that today night, the result will be the same. The last two games between the two teams was in the last 5 days, the fisrt one was for Champions league at Emirates stadium, the second one was for Premiere league at the same stadium. In this games Arsenal was the better team but cant won the game. We hope that today our favourite team will triumph at Anfield.

Meanwhile Arsene Wenger said that, if arsenal win in Sunday clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford, will save the chance to win the title, this will be very hard match for the young gunners, because the Red Devils will play only for a win, and in this moment they are in great form, but the football is one of the best games in the world, because everything can happend.

Today is the big game!

2008-04-02T14:31:00.005+03:00

Today is one of the most importnat games of the season for Arsenal, they will meet Liverpool in the first leg of quarter finals of Champions League at Emirates Stadium. The two teams will play for one week three games two for European Champions league and one for Premiere League. The two English clubs defeat two Italian in the previous round, Arsenal defeat AC Milan, and Liverpool beat Milan's rivals Inter, now is the time of truth, because both teams want to win this year Cup. Arsenal also have chances to win the dosmetic cup, after sturday dramatic away win against Bolton Wonderers, the gunners played almost 60 minutes with 10 people after the red card shown to Diaby for dangerous foul, and bolton had the lead at half time with goals, but the second half, arsenal managed to score 3 goals(Gallas, Van Persie and Fabregas) and win the game wth 3-2 with fabrega's goal in the last minute of the match. Yestreday Man utd win in Rome with goals and almost qualify for the semi finals, where they will face the winner between Barcelona and Schalke 04, which finished with one goal win for Barca at Germany. All we the fans of Arsenal hoppe that today will beat Liverpool with big difference. Good luck Gunners!!!

We must win games before we dream of title!

2008-03-25T12:18:00.002+02:00

After Sunday defeat from london rivals Chelsea with 2-1, two goals scored by african star Drogba, arsenal lost the chances for the title. Arsene Wenger gave interview in the official site Arsenal.com:

On the repercusations of this defeat...
"It is a big setback for us when you add the four games we drew and today's loss. Now we just have to come back and win games before we dream of the title."

On the game itself...
"It was a game we should have won, but we paid for some lapses in concentration. It is difficult to swallow because we played quite well and were in control of the game. What was left to Chelsea was to play long balls, and we did not deal well enough with it."

On the reasons for the defeat...
"The spirit was right and the mentality was fantastic, over all the team played very well but at the moment, I feel we have some defensive problems which we need to sort out. We got caught on the long balls and the physical battle. But we were a bit unlucky because the first goal was offside and it was also a foul from Terry before that. That has a big impact in the game, and recently we have been badly done by things like that."

On the opportunity missed...
"I don't worry about Chelsea. I worry about Arsenal and the way we play the game. We were 1-0 up and had it all in our hands. We needed a bit more defensive authority as the game was there to be taken. We had plenty of chances on the counter-attack when they went 4-4-2. It was just a matter of time to score the second goal. We were not serene enough defensively."

On disappointment...
"I feel the sprit in the team is fantastic. Today the players will be very disappointed because they gave everything but we go home without any points. That is why we have to show our strength. I believe we have the strength, but at the moment we are six points behind Manchester United. We have first to win our next game before we talk about the title. I do not believe that we had any confidence problem today."

On losing the lead...
"I feel the team got a big blow when we went 2-1 down and then lost a bit of patience in the build-up. We wanted to go too much through the middle instead of going wide."

On the ankle injury to Bacary Sagna ...
"I don't know how bad it is. But it was also a disturbance to lose him at such an important moment of the game."

Clichy - Liverpool trilogy will be a "great challenge"

2008-03-19T13:22:00.003+02:00

Gael Clichy would rather have avoided an English team in the Quarter-Finals of the Champions League - but not because he fears Liverpool.

The French left-back agrees with Arsène Wenger's view that continental opponents bring a more authentic feel to the competition. However, Clichy is confident that Arsenal can prevail even if they need to beat Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United to taste European glory. The team must play also with this three teams in Premiere League, the first match is in Sunday at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea. We all hope that will be the first win after the last draw mathces.

Gallas - Why we shouldn't fear any team

2008-03-18T10:55:00.002+02:00

Williams Gallas insists Liverpool will hold no fear for Arsenal when the clubs meet in the Champions League Quarter-Final.

The Club captain issued his rallying call after Friday’s draw pitted the two Premier League giants against each other.

Despite a recently floundering domestic campaign, Arsenal’s defeat of AC Milan in the last 16 of the Champions League has made many across Europe wary of Arsène Wenger’s men. Gallas is not surprised.

Champions league next round

2008-03-14T23:57:00.003+02:00

Arsenal London will face another english club in the quarter finals in Champions League, Liverpool is the opponent. Arsenal advanced to the Quarter-Finals with a 2-0 aggregate victory against the defending champions, AC Milan. Liverpool reached the last eight with a 3-0 aggregate win over Inter Milan. The first match will be played on wednesday, 2 April at Emirates Stadium, the second one at Anfield on Tuesday, April 8. The winner between the two teams will meet at Semi finals the winner from Fenerbahce or another london team, Chelsea.

Champion League draw:

Quarter-Finals:

Arsenal v Liverpool
Roma v Manchester United
Schalke v Barcelona
Fenerbahce v Chelsea

Semi-Finals:

Arsenal or Liverpool v Fenerbahce or Chelsea
Schalke or Barcelona v Roma or Manchester United

Who could we play in the Champions League?

2008-03-13T14:14:00.000+02:00

Arsenal's next Champions League opponents will be revealed when the draw for the Quarter-Finals and Semi-Finals of the competition is made in Nyon on Friday.

Arsène Wenger's side reached the last eight with a 2-0 aggregate victory against the defending European champions, AC Milan. They are one of four English clubs in the Quarter-Finals after Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool also advanced.

No team in the draw will be seeded and sides from the same country can play each other. The strong Premier League contingent means there is a 43 per cent chance that Arsenal will play English opposition. Their other possible opponents are Schalke, Roma, Fenerbahce or Barcelona, who beat Arsenal in the 2006 Final and now have former Gunners captain Thierry Henry in their ranks.

Friday's draw begins at 12pm (UK time) and will be conducted by UEFA General Secretary, David Taylor, together with the ambassador for the Final in Moscow on May 21, former Russia goalkeeper Rinat Dasaev. The Semi-Final pairings will also be drawn on Friday.

Wenger - Trophies are not everything to me!

2008-03-09T15:25:00.003+02:00

Arsenal's manager Arsene Wenger said, that for him the trophies aren't the only purpose, he wants his players to show their skills and the hearts, minds, admiration and respect of the football community. There are two mounths till end of the season the Frenchman is closing in on his two main targets, the Premier League and the Champions League. Today Arsenal will play away game against Wigan Athletic in Premiere League, everyone expect a win like last one against AC Milan.

Arsenal defeat AC Milan in Italy

2008-03-05T02:24:00.003+02:00

Arsenal stormed into the Quarter-Finals of the Champions League after a magnificent victory at Milan on Tuesday evening. The young gunners took very important win over Italian veterans and qualify for the next round of Champions League. Arsenal make one of the best match this season, they dominated almost all the time. First half Cesc Fabregas hit the bar after power hit but the result was still 0-0, the second half AC Milan looked they are already tired and Arsenal scored in 85 min after powerful shoot by Fabregas at about 30 meters distance down in the right corner, after that AC Milan tried to make the result different but in last second Theo Walcott find Emmanuel Adebayor in the penalty area and the las scored for 2-0, this was his first goal in Chempions League this season. All in the team also and the fans waiting with interest who will be the next opponent.

Bendtner - Late goal shows our true character

2008-03-03T14:08:00.005+02:00

Nicklas Bendtner scored in the last minute against Aston Villa at Emirates stadium to make the result 1-1 and praised Arsenal's character with this so important point. At the weekend, it looked like Arsene Wenger's side were going to slip to only their second defeat in 50 competitive games at Emirates Stadium. Now Arsenal is on top of the Premier League only with one point more than second Man utd. Now everyone expected the away match against AC Milan, the first game between the two teams finished draw 0-0, we hope that we can win them now at San Siro.

Arsenal explains what 25% blocking stake means?

2008-02-29T12:06:00.002+02:00

There has been much media comment over Red & White Holdings’ recent share purchases and their intention to acquire over 25% of the Arsenal Football Club or a 'blocking stake' as it has been referred to.
First and most importantly, a 25% holding would have no impact on the day to day running of the Club, on buying and selling players or any contractual or sponsorship agreements.
There are some important decisions affecting the business that need shareholder approval, however the majority of these only require a simple majority of shareholders to vote in favour. These decisions, which are known Ordinary Resolutions, include the appointment of directors; the payment of dividends, approval of the accounts etc.
There are some unusual decisions which require the approval of 75% of shareholders. These are very rare and are known as Special Resolutions and include winding up the company or changing its name.
In the recent history of Arsenal there have only been two occasions when we have had to put Special Resolutions to our shareholders. These were both changes that were required to finance Emirates Stadium.
In conclusion, a 25% shareholder would therefore have no material influence on how the Club is run on a day to day basis.
The Club would also like to confirm the details of the 'lock down' agreement currently in place between our Board of Directors.
At the Club's AGM last October, the Board announced that they are all long-term shareholders and, to strengthen the position, they entered into a new lock down agreement.
Under the agreement, the Board members agreed not to dispose of any of their interests in the Club before 18 April 2009, other than to certain permitted persons such as close family. After that date, for the remainder of the term of the agreement, they can only sell their shares to another person if the other parties to the agreement do not wish to buy them. The agreement is for five years (until 18 October 2012), although it can be terminated early by the parties on its third anniversary (18 October 2010).

We will be there for Eduardo!

2008-02-28T13:13:00.003+02:00

While Eduardo is still in their thoughts, Arsenal’s focus is remains very much on the job in hand, according to Theo Walcott

The youngster revealed that the best way the team can overcome the adversity of last weekend is to take all three points when Aston Villa visit Emirates Stadium this Saturday. Walcott also told of the feeling within the squad in the days that followed the Croatian striker’s horrific injury.

“Of course Eduardo has been on our minds,” Walcott told“It was a quiet coach ride home and felt just like a loss in truth.

“We had a couple of days off and then actually went bowling to keep our team-spirit up. A couple of lads went to see him yesterday and reported back to the rest of us.

“But we have tried to forget about it in a way and concentrate on Saturday.

“We don’t all want to rush there and then gradually stop. It will be more difficult for him in later months so we want to be there for him the whole time he is out.”

Eduardo’s absence, coupled with Robin van Persie’s lack of fitness leaves the door wide open for someone to seize a role up front. After grabbing his first Premier League goals at Birmingham, Walcott believes he is the man to do it.

“I feel upbeat, I feel confident,” he continued. “The goals helped and they gave me a boost so hopefully I can take that into Saturday.

“It was nice to get a poacher's goal. My agents have told me I need more of those. Then the second was more about the kind of player I am. Left-foot too, which is something people have questioned me about.

“Now I just have to improve with every game and time will tell [if I can fill the striker’s role]. After all, the boss picks the team so when I do play I will just do my best.”

Eduardo injury club statement

2008-02-26T00:08:00.003+02:00

Arsenal can confirm that following the incident during Saturday’s match at Birmingham City, which finished draw 2-2, Eduardo has fractured his left fibula and sustained an open dislocation of his ankle joint in the same leg.

He was immediately taken to Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham where he underwent surgery on Saturday evening. The operation was successful and Eduardo was transferred to a London-based hospital on Sunday afternoon.

Earlier today (Monday 25th February), the Orthopaedic surgeon and Arsenal medical staff assessed the extent of the damage and possible time scale for a full recovery.

All being well, Eduardo will have his leg in plaster and using crutches for the next six to eight weeks. After that time, partial weight-bearing exercises will be scheduled into a slow rehabilitation process.

It is hoped that Eduardo will be running again in six months time and making a full recovery after nine months.

Eduardo will be released from hospital in a few days.

The Arsenal medical team would like to take this opportunity to thank Birmingham City for their assistance on the day as well as the surgical and ward staff on S2 at Selly Oak Hospital for their expert medical care.

In addition, and on behalf of Eduardo, the Club would like to thank everyone for their many touching messages of support.

Fabregas: we can cope with AC Milan

2008-02-22T13:45:00.003+02:00

Arsenal didn't make the result, that they want, but Cesc Fabregas believes the team made a good performance and have chances in the second leg at San Siro after two weeks. Arsène Wenger's side bossed the second half of the Champions League Knockout Round tie at Emirates Stadium but could not make it count. Now Arsenal will prepare for the weekend away game in Premier League against Birmingham, which is very important for the title race.

Arsenal and AC Milan finishe 0-0!

2008-02-21T18:11:00.002+02:00

In the first leg of knock out of the Champions League between the teams of Arsenal and AC Milan finished draw 0-0, the gunners had more attempts for goal but didn't realized them, the most dangerous was in the last second of the match, when Emmanuel Adebayor hit the bar with head.
Mathieu Flamini believes that Arsenal are well-equipped to progress and insists that they have plenty of know-how themselves.

Fabregas - Milan midfield can "kill us in a minute"

2008-02-20T00:02:00.003+02:00

Cesc Fabregas thinks that if you are not careful with Milan's midfield, they "can kill you in a minute". The 20-year-old admits he is in admiration of some of the players he will come up against on Wednesday night when the Champions League holders visit Emirates Stadium. This is game between young and old players, the Italians are the Veterans.
Another interesting thing is that Arsene Wenger have a solid record against Italians team in Europeans competitions, but this match against AC Milan is the ultimate test. He lost only three games from twelve played, he has defeated teams like Juventus, Inter, Roma.

Flamini controls the tempo of our game

2008-02-19T15:26:00.003+02:00

From the beginning of the season Mathieu Flamini gained a new nickname among his teammates, they call him Flattuso. He has established as enforcer in Arsenal midfield and win the label of leading exponent like Gennaro Gattuso, who plays for AC Milan. The Italian team will arrive on Wednesday at Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal in first leg in the Champions League knockout round. On the pitch could meet each other Flattuso and Gattuso.

We need to be cautious over Kaka!

2008-02-18T23:51:00.004+02:00

For Arsene Wenger the most danger player in AC Milan is the Brazilian midfielder Kaka. Blessed with pace, vision and a penchant for the spectacular, Kaka is capable of changing a game in a flash. A fact Manchester United, Liverpool and Celtic found out to their cost in last season’s premier European competition. The World Player of the Year has overcome injury in time for Wednesday’s Champions League clash at Emirates Stadium — a place Kaka has fond memories of. In his first appearance at the Gunners home, in September 2006, the 25 year-old scored a wonderful solo goal in Brazil’s 3-0 victory against Argentina.

We will be even stronger against AC Milan

2008-02-18T12:16:00.004+02:00

Gilberto Silva has urged his team-mates to bounce back against Milan, like his manager he took a part in the game against Man utd and he is very disappointed, because the red devils was with classes over the Arsenal, who didn't show his potential. However the priorities this season for all arsenal's players are Premier league and Champion league. So, according to Gilberto Silva, any lethargy and despondency must be shaken off before AC Milan visit Emirates Stadium on Wednesday in the last 16 of the latter competition.
Meanwhile last week there are speculations about Wenger's future in Arsenal, the medias wrote that the Frenchman will replace Frank Rijkaard in Barcelona this summer. Arsene Wenger said: "It's not the first time (there has been speculation), but I'm happy where I am. I have no intention of moving and I want to carry on."

Man utd defeat Arsenal

2008-02-17T23:17:00.003+02:00

Man utd defeat Arsenal in 5th round of FA Cup with 4-0('16 Rooney, '20, '74 Fletcher, '38 Nani). Arsenal only have chances to win the Premier League and Champion league after their knock out from the both English cups. This lose was very bad for the Arsenal because there is in the middle of the week very important match for Champion league against AC Milan at Emirates stadium. The match against Man utd was solved only for 20 minutes, the reds leaded with 3-0 and after the half time break Emmanuel Eboue was sent off and that was all for the gunners hopes to make anything else in this game.

Wenger doesn't know when will retire

2008-02-16T14:47:00.002+02:00

Arsene Wenger said the he will retire from his carer when he lose his desire for win. The 58 years old Frenchman said on Fridays press conference that he wants to stay in Arsenal London for another 20 years. We all hope that Arsene Wenger will stay at the club as long as he can, because he prove everyday that he is one of the best managers all over the world.

Old Trafford tie will not lack intensity

2008-02-14T12:06:00.003+02:00

Abou Diaby expects that team of Arsenal and Manchester united will give everything to qualify for the next FA cup round, the match will be played on Saturday at Old Trafford in Manchester. The French midfielder believes is very important for the psychological advantage, because the two teams will go head to head at the same venue in April. They also have important matches in Champion league, but arsenal's players said that for them the English Premier league title is most important at all.

Arsenal stay on top with last win

2008-02-12T12:28:00.000+02:00

Arsenal London won yesterday with 2-0('4 Senedros, '90 Adebayor) over strong team of Blackbubrn Rovers and kept the first place in Premiere league with 5 points difference from the second one Man utd. Phillipe Senderos scored the first goal after one corner kick, Eduardo put the ball on defender's head. After the goal Blackburn made some dangerous situations front of the Arsenal goal. Alex Hleb hit the post with power shoot in second half, and in the last minute Hleb passed to Emmanuel Adebayor and he scored down in the left corner. Next match is on Saturday and Arsenal will face Man utd for FA Cup at Old Trafford.

Egypt win the African Cup of Nations

2008-02-12T01:07:00.000+02:00

Mohamed Aboutrika scored the only one goal in this final 13 minutes before the end, and Egypt win with 1-0 the national team of Cameroon. The Pharaohs are the first side successfully defendet the title twice, they also scooped a record sixth African cup of Nations title after a hard-fought victory over Cameroon. The young gunner Alex Song played only 15 minutes and has forced to go out from a knee injury. It was a disappointing end to a spectacular month for the him.

Toure could play against blackburn

2008-02-11T00:12:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger may try to call Kolo Toure from Africa for today game with Blackburn at Emirates stadium. Eleven players can't play in this match: Alex Song and Emmanuel Eboue are in Africa on international duty. Tomas Rosicky, Denilson, Mathieu Flamini, Abou Diaby, Phillipe Senderos, Johan Djourou, Robin van Persie all they have different kind of injuries, Manuel Almunia is sick. If Toure don't come back for this game, as central defender can play Gilberto Silva or Justin Hoyte .

Wenger's opinion about international round

2008-02-09T12:59:00.000+02:00

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger opinion about abroad games, which will be played after a couple of seasons will be the result of football's inevitable move towards globalisation. He is not surprised that plans were being considered to play a round of top-flight games overseas in a few season's time. It is an interesting view for Wenger to take given that he has famously refused major money to take his side on promotional pre-season tours.

International round for Premier clubs

2008-02-08T12:45:00.000+02:00

Today the Premier league clubs have agreed over one weekend in January season 2010/11 one round to be played around the world. This ‘international round’ will be in addition to the traditional 38 home and away matches each of the 20 Premier League Clubs currently play. The idea is to populate English football all over the world and the people, who can't go to England and watch their favourites teams live have this opportunity to make it abroad.

Tragedy day in 1958!

2008-02-06T18:38:00.000+02:00

The world remember 6 of February in 1958 with the tragedy in Munich, where 23 people found theirs death. This is happened after the European Cup final played between Manchester United and Red Star Belgrade, when the team of Red Devils is flighted back to England and were refueling in Munich, where had died in Airplane accident 8 players of Man utd and nine journalists. Mat Busby the manager of the team survived and spent 3 months in hospital. The players also is known as "Busby Babes". The player of the left picture is one of a world's great players, he was only 21 years old, he scored a goal of this final match for him. His name is Duncan Edwards. Arsenal Football Club would like to extend their sympathies to all those affected by those tragic events 50 years ago. This tragedy will never be forgotten, because is one of the darkest days in football.

Capello visit Wenger?

2008-02-06T13:12:00.000+02:00

The new England coach Fabio Capello has visited his college Arsene Wenger few weeks ago, the Italian coach cames to Arsenal's training ground to talk with Arsene about the situation in English football. They discuss the type of manager he will be, his omission of David Beckham, how psychologicaly important is the first game and the timing of this international break. Today is first game for Fabio Capello as England's manager, his team will face Switzerland in friendly game at Wembley.

Arsenal's African players chase glory in Ghana

2008-02-05T15:03:00.000+02:00

Arsenal have three players represented it on African Cup of nations. Kolo Toure and Emmanuel Eboue play for favourites in Ghana the team of Ivory Coast. The third Arsenal player is Alexander Song, who plays for the last qualified team Cameroon. We wish them a lot of success and to come back healthy.

One more 30 points to win the title?

2008-02-04T15:53:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger thinks that Arsenal needs about 30 points to win the title. In this moment After the win with 3-1 over Manchester city the Gunners have 60 points. There are only 13 games until end of the season, and the target is 10 of them to win. Arsenal have to play away with Man utd and Chelsea, with Liverpool will play at Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal back on top

2008-02-03T16:28:00.000+02:00

With two goals scored by Adebayor and one by Eduardo Arsenal defeat Manchester City with 3-1(Fernandes '28, Adebayor '9, '88, Eduardo '26). The Gunners returned back on top of the Premiere League with two points front of Man utd. The red devils finished 1-1 with Tottenham on White Hart Lane. Chelsea made the same result as guest of Portsmouth. Next game Arsenal will play against Blackburn at Emirates Stadium, everyone hopes that the winning series will continue.

The team will be disappointed!

2008-01-31T13:19:00.000+02:00

Cesc Fabregas said that, if Arsenal don't win the title, the team will be disappointed. This he said after the win against Newcastle.
Meanwhile Alex Ferguson's team Man utd is back on the top with yesterday win over Portsmouth with 2 goals scored by Ronaldo. The most important match will be between the two teams.
Chelsea takes third place with win over Reading with 1-0.

Diaby signs new deal

2008-01-30T17:19:00.000+02:00

Abou Diaby will sign long term contract with Arsenal until 2012, the 21 year old Frenchman came from Auxerre in January 2006. But he has injured against Sunderland and didn't play for seven months, now he is ok and can play if he is in best form. He has 53 matches for Arsenal, he also played last win over Newcastle with 3-0.

Flamini has stepped up this year

2008-01-30T17:06:00.000+02:00

Cesc Fabregas has urged Mathieu Flamini to sign a new contract with Arsenal. The Frenchman make another dynamic performance against Newcastle, Flamini’s current deal expires this summer and, as far as Fabregas is concerned, it’s vital that the Frenchman extends his contract.
Mathieu said that now he already wants to stay in Arsenal, after his incredible goal yesterday.

Don't discount Chelsea in the title race!

2008-01-29T16:33:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger thinks that even though Chelsea is in the seven points behind Arsenal, they are still title contenders. Arsenal have match with the Blues on Stamford Bridge to play, the first match between the two teams with win.
Today in the evening the Gunners will play with Newcastle again on Emirates Stadium round for Premiere league, this weekend Arsenal win the FA Cup against the same team with 3-0.

Are there any goalscoring secret?

2008-01-29T16:20:00.000+02:00

Arsenal's striker Emmanuel Adebayor thinks that maybe he has found the secret of finishing, he score 8 goals in last six games, where he was played including the cups. The tall Togolese striker also fight for the first team place with: Robin Van Persie, Eduardo and Nicklas Bendtner.
Adebayor said: "This year I've had a chance to start all the games and just try to make goals, at the moment, everything is going into the net. Everything is going the right way for me and the fans are singing my name. I am just enjoying myself."

Fifth Round draw of the FA Cup

2008-01-28T16:12:00.000+02:00

On Sunday at Old Trafford Man Utd won with 3-1 over Tottenham of the FA Cup and will face Arsenal in the Fifth-round draw.

The others couple for the next round:

Bristol Rovers v Southampton
Cardiff City v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Sheffield United v Middlesbrough
Liverpool v Barnsley
Manchester United v Arsenal
Preston North End v Portsmouth
Coventry City v West Bromwich Albion
Chelsea v Huddersfield Town

The FA Cup next round draw!

2008-01-28T12:55:00.000+02:00

The FA Cup fifth round teams:

1 Arsenal
2 Coventry City
3 Huddersfield Town
4 Bristol Rovers
5 Chelsea
6 Liverpool
7 Barnsley
8 Southampton
9 Manchester United
10 Portsmouth
11 Preston North End
12 Wolverhampton Wanderers
13 West Bromwich Albion
14 Sheffield United
15 Middlesbrough
16 Cardiff City

The matches will be played on 16/17 February.

Another good news is that Arsenal ladies won the ladies from West Ham in match for FA Cup round 5 with 8-1.

Arsenal needed that win

2008-01-28T11:19:00.000+02:00

Arsenal took the win over Newcastle Utd and qualify for the next round of the FA cup. The guests were the better team in first 20 minutes, they had the opportunity to score first, after one corner kick, Smith's strike was cleaned from the goal line by Gael Clichy, on the half time the result was goalless. The two goals for Arsenal were scored by Eammanuel Adebayor for 2-0, in the end of the game Butt from Newcastle scored own goal and the match finished 3-0.
Arsene Wenger said after the win: "We played against a good Newcastle side who started strong and they created some chances at the start and slowly took control of the game. In the second half it was completely controlled by us and we won in the end - I felt the second goal killed Newcastle. Overall it was a difficult game."

Can Newcastle stop Arsenal?

2008-01-26T16:05:00.000+02:00

Today is the match between Arsenal and Newcastle for FA Cup round 4, which will be played on Emirates Stadium. Arsene Wenger will prioritise the two Leagues over the Cups from now on. Arsenal make dramatic exit from Carling Cup with defeat from their rivals Spurs this Tuesday at White Hart Lane. And the manager will certainly name the strongest side available he only has 17 first-team players at his disposal as he goes all out to win a trophy the club lifted in 1998, 2002, 2003 and 2005. Arsenal's fans hopes that the will qualify for the next round.

No problems between the two strikers?

2008-01-25T18:23:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger says that there are no problems between the two strikers Niclas Bendtner and Emmanuel Adebayor and they will improve the togetherness inside arsenal's team. After the defeat from Tottenham with 5-1 for the Carling cup both players almost fight each others, but after the incident Adebayor apologize to the younger Danish player. Arsene thinks that the conflict between them is coming from the bad result, because this season Arsenal didn't lost with those big difference.

Changes in defence

2008-01-25T13:33:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger will make a couple of changes in the back of Arsenal defence, he will put back in play Senderos and Clichy for the FA Cup Fourth Round tie against Newcastle at Emirates Stadium on Saturday. Philippe Senderos missed the match with Spurs, because he had an nose injury last weekend against Fulham . Gael Clichy is returning from groin problem and now he is available.

Adebayor - We will make fantastic season

2008-01-24T11:09:00.000+02:00

Adebayor believes that arsenal's players will put behind them the defeat from Spurs and look forward the race for the Premier league tittle and good performance in Champion league and FA cup.Emmanuel sored the only goal for his team against Tottenham and now he is in a great form.

Arsenal lost from Tottenham

2008-01-23T10:54:00.000+02:00

Arsenal was defeat with 5-1 from Tottenham in 2nd leg semi final of Carling Cup. Nine years the Gunners wasn't lost from Hotspurs but now its happened. The youngster played almost good but not in deffence, they hadn't luck enough, for Tottenham this is the only chance to save the season to win Carling Cup. Today is the game between Everton and Chelsea, first leg finished with won for the Blues with 2-1 at Stamford Bridge. We hope that Arsenal will dominate in Premiere league and Champion league.

Osasuna wants Vela

2008-01-21T23:33:00.000+02:00

Carlos Vela will join on loan La liga club Osasuna and he will return to Arsenal this summer. There are more two loans, the first one is Jay Simpson, who plays for Millwall. The 17 year old Fran Merida goes to Spanish second devision team Real Sociedad. Arsene Wenger hopes when this boys come back will have enough experience to play in Arsenal formations.

Fulham vs Asrenal match report

2008-01-21T10:18:00.000+02:00

Arsenal kept the top position with the won against Fulham away with 3-0(Adebayor '20'39, Rosicky'82). In the moment the gunners are second with the same points as Man utd. With the two goals Adebayor already have 15 goals in premier league, in the match he scored twice with head. At the end of the match Eduardo worked himself into space on the left byline and the flying Rosicky fired in a low volley at the far post.
Next game Arsenal will play away against Tottenham 2nd leg semi final of Carling Cup in Tuesday.

Walcott will succeed

2008-01-20T22:34:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger faith that Theo Walcott will succeed in Arsenal. It will be two years from arriving of the wing from Southhampton for 8 million pounds. Wenger admits that the 18-year-old is not yet ‘there’ but he is sure it will happen. All Arsenal fans believe that one day Walcott will become a key player in the team.

Russian players can come

2008-01-20T13:44:00.001+02:00

Arsene Wenger is watching a couple of Russian players and if he like them, they can sign with Arsenal. The first one is Zenit St Petersburg's striker Andrei Arshavin and 17-year-old Torpedo Moscow defender Vyacheslav Dmitriev, the both player are linked and have opportunity to move in Arsenal.

Youth have ideal blend of experience

2008-01-18T12:18:00.000+02:00

The young Arsenal player Abou Diaby believes that the experience of the youth in the first team will be the success so far in this season. Last summer many critics thought they lacked experience, but for Diaby the squad's youthful exuberance has been a positive, not a negative.

Diarra leaves Arsenal

2008-01-17T15:58:00.000+02:00

Arsenal confirmed, that French midfielder Lassana Diarra singed with Portsmouth for an undisclosed fee. 22 years old player came to the gunners from Chelsea in the last moment 31st August 2007. Diarra had 13 games for Arsenal.
Everyone at Arsenal Football Club wishes Lassana the best of luck during his time with Portsmouth.

International duty

2008-01-16T13:26:00.000+02:00

Three Arsenal's player are selected for international duty. Eduardo will play for Croatia against Holland on 6 February. Lukasz Fabianski has been selected for the Polish squad will face his teammate Tomas Rosicky, who will played for Czech Republic. The match will be played on February 6 in Cyprus.

Wenger's way of success

2008-01-15T22:40:00.000+02:00

The Frenchman has no one time prove, that he has success of finding new talents, Arsene just watches them play. Well known is that, the Arsenal's manager can consider the players on the pitch as well as their personality off it, before make a deal. Wenger believes the way you play your football is the way you live your life. That is why he has never signed a player from viewing videos alone.

If Flamini will stay?

2008-01-15T15:16:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger hopes that Mathieu Flamini will stay at Arsenal, because in the end of this season his contract expires and the French midfielder can leave the gunners as free agent. This season Flamini find his first team place and in this moment he is happy at Arsenal. The 23 year old Mathieu wanted to leave the club last summer but opted to stay and fight for his first-team place.

Clichy - about disappointing draw

2008-01-15T12:49:00.000+02:00

Arsenal's left back defender Gael Clichy said, that they have had things too easy so far this season, he belives this is one of the reason for drawing on Saturday against Birmingham.
He also said: "Manchester United were top before the New Year by just one point and now it is the same picture again. We just have to play our best game. We know we have the quality to win it. It is disappointing losing two points like this, but we have to look forward to the next match."

Weneger takes the responsibility

2008-01-14T23:10:00.000+02:00

The French coach takes full responsibility over Saturday game between Arsenal and Birmingham which finished draw 1-1. He said: "I take full responsibility. The crowd were good, we were bad and I include myself in that." "You can never afford to be poor because that's not your ambition. We tried but we lacked creativity, incisiveness and sharpness. It can happen."

But we are sure the no one can blame Arsene Wenger, beacause he is arsenal's soul and heart.
All in Arsenal team believes that next away game against Fulham will be next three points in the race for the title.

Theo Walcott - the young hope

2008-01-14T14:24:00.000+02:00

In England thinks that its time the young gunner Theo Walcott go to loan to re-establish himself. Arsene Wenger really knows how it works, one example are first team players like: Bendtner, Flamini, Fabregas, Clichy, Toure and Eboue, they all had to bide their time before started in the first team. Theo Walcott was a wonderful talent, only 16 year old he came from the first team of Southampton for 12 millions pounds. Last he scored for Carling cup against Tottenham for drawed 1-1.

Arsenal drawed with Birmingham

2008-01-13T13:06:00.000+02:00

Arsenal London finished 1-1(Adebayor'22pen., O'Connor'48) against Birmingham City on Saturday at Emirates Stadium. In the first half the gunners were the better team and deserved took the lead Emmanuel Adebayor scored for 1-0. Three minutes after the break O'Connor made 1-1, until the end, only the good play of Birmingham's defence kept the point. This is the second draw at Emirates Stadium this season, the first one was against Man utd.

Today Race

2008-01-12T17:15:00.000+02:00

If Arsenal want to stay on top have to beat Birmingham City. Man utd is 2 points behind the gunners and played at Old Trafford with Newcastle utd, Chelsea will play the London derby against Tottenham in Stamford bridge.
Johan Djourou (groin) and Robin van Persie (thigh) picked up injuries in the midweek draw with Tottenham. However the Dutchman’s problem has not really been assessed because he has been bed-ridden with flu ever since.

Anelka's move is the biggest regret

2008-01-11T22:14:00.000+02:00

For Arsene Wenger the biggest regret in his career in Arsenal is Anelka's transfer to Real Madrid. Nicolas Anelka came to Arsenal from PSG in February 1997 when he was only 17 years old. After a year he helped Arsenal to won a double.
A meandering career took him to Real Madrid, after that he returned to PSG and had played also for Liverpool Manchester City, Fenerbache and Bolton. This Friday he signed with Chelsea, the transfer coasts to the Blues 15 millions pounds.

Arsenal academy

2008-01-11T13:19:00.000+02:00

Arsenal's academy manager Liam Brady said that the team is producing enough quality players to feel at home in the first team. Mark Randall, Henri Lansbury, Kieran Gibbs and Justin Hoyte graduates the academy and have all appeared in the League Cup this season, and Liam believes that there more talented youngsters further down the system awaiting their chance.

Young Gunner goes to Spain

2008-01-10T22:46:00.000+02:00

The young Arsenal midfielder Fran Merida joins the Spanish second devision club Real Sociedad until end of the season. Fran arrived in Arsenal in summer 2006 and made his debut against Boreham Wood in a 4-0 pre-season friendly victory, in this game he scored his first goal for the gunners. Fran Merida is formerly of FC Barcelona.

Arsenal drawed in Carling Cup

2008-01-10T12:46:00.000+02:00

The Gunners made 1-1 with Tottenham in 1st leg of semi-finals for Carling cup. Spurs scored in the first half, but in the end of the game Theo Walcott made 1-1 and everyone is expect with interest the second leg after two weeks. Denilson thinks, that everything is still to play for in the Carling Cup Semi-Final.

Henry one day go back?

2008-01-10T00:07:00.000+02:00

Thierry Henry told that one day can go back to Arsenal, he feels also a gunner. He played in London for eight years producing an incredible moments during his time in north London and breaking Ian Wright's goalscoring record.
The Frenchman said: "To play for Arsenal for eight years, winning or losing at Highbury, the joy, the sadness, everything was simply incredible. I'm proud to have played for Arsenal and to be a fan. Before I didn't support any club, but now I'm an Arsenal fan and it's difficult for me to not follow the matches."
All Gunners will be very happy and proud if one day Thierry Henry come back in the club, because everyone who loves Arsenal, loves him, he will be part of Arsenal's soul forever.

The big game between rivals

2008-01-09T13:48:00.000+02:00

Tonight is the first leg semi finals of Carling cup between the two London rivals teams Arsenal and Tottenham at Emirates stadium. The French coach Arsene Wenger will put again his faith in young players. For Tottenham this derby is very important to save the season and win something, they also have second leg in FA Cup.

Van Persie is back to play

2008-01-08T18:41:00.000+02:00

Robin Van Persie is back for Carling Cup semi-final against Tottenham Hotspurs, he will return from injury. Since 23 October the Dutch player has played just 83 minutes for Arsenal.

Lukasz Fabianski will also start the game, Johan Djourou and Philippe Senderos will start as central deffenders, Theo Walcott is available too.

Player of the Month

2008-01-08T15:04:00.000+02:00

The fans certainly agree, they chose the Croatian striker Eduardo da Silva for player of December. He exploded in Carling Cup against Blackburn Rovers with two goals, the second one scored in extra time. Eduardo also scored two to Everton away to turn a one-goal deficit into a 2-1 lead. The Croatian scores one goal against West Ham and one against Burnley, taking his recent tally to six in just four games. He is probably the Club's most natural finisher since Ian Wright.

December Player of the Month Results:

Eduardo	27.8%
Manuel Almunia	16.9%
Gael Clichy	13.9%
Others	41.4%

Lehmann's future?

2008-01-08T00:27:00.000+02:00

In days will be sorted out Jens Lehmann's future. The German keeper was great in Sunday game with Burnley for FA Cup, he didn't make any mistakes, but his future is still not decide. Maybe Lehmann this days will return to his ex team Borussia Dortmund.

“Jens had a faultless performance and prepared like the 100 per cent professional he is,” said the Frenchman. “Will he leave or not? I wish he stays. We’ll know in the next few days.”

Next round for FA Cup

2008-01-07T17:09:00.000+02:00

Arsenal will face the winner between Stoke City and Newcastle in 4th round of FA Cup. Arsenal will wait for the result of Stoke and Newcastle's Third-Round replay, the first leg drew 0-0 at the Britannia Stadium on Sunday.

Here is FA Cup fourth-round draw:

Arsenal vs Stoke city or Newcastle utd
Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur or Reading
Portsmouth vs Plymouth Argyle
Derby County or Sheffield Wednesday vs Preston North End
Watford vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Peterborough United vs Charlton Athletic or West Bromwich Albion
Sheffield United vs West Ham United or Manchester City
Mansfield Town vs Middlesbrough
Tranmere Rovers or Hereford United vs Cardiff City
Coventry City vs Walsall or Millwall
Oldham Athletic vs Huddersfield Town
Swindon Town or Barnet vs Fulham or Bristol Rovers
Wigan Athletic vs Chelsea
Luton Town or Liverpool vs Swansea City or Havant & Waterlooville
Southend United vs Barnsley
Southampton vs Norwich City or Bury

Chelsea will suffer

2008-01-07T12:42:00.000+02:00

Arsene Wenger said, that Chelsea will suffer, not Arsenal from the hard hit by the ACN(African Cup of Nations). The Gunners lose Alex Song, Emmanuel Eboue and Kolo Toure to the Tournament which started at the end of this month, while the Blues will be missing Didier Drogba, Mikel John Obi, Salomon Kalou and Michael Essien. And Wenger says Chelsea will feel the impact most of all.

"When you do buy them, you have to consider how many to go for. If you lose four or five games at that time, you can't win the championship so you have to consider the balance," he said.

Arsenal goes to the next round

2008-01-06T23:13:00.000+02:00

Arsenal won Burnley with 2-0(Eduardo '9, Bendtner '75) in 3rd round of FA Cup and qualify for next round. This was the sixth goal for Brazilian striker in his last four starts for the club.

Arsenal held on with comfort. But, in a straightforward afternoon, they had barely been out of their comfort zone from the moment Eduardo had given them the advantage.

Beckham trains in Arsenal

2008-01-06T18:04:00.000+02:00

The 32 year old former England captain David Beckham, who plays for Los Angeles Galaxy is training with arsenal's squad for preparation for the start of season in United States.

Here some pictures of David Beckham with Arsenal players:

Real Madrid want Cesc

2008-01-05T18:18:00.000+02:00

Real Madrid wants Arsenal's midfielder Francesc Fabregas, but insist his aim is to win the Premier League with the Gunners. Cesc said that it is incredible compliment to be wanted from such a big team like Real, now he thing only how to win the English tittle and others Trophy. The Spanish player likes arsenal's style of play and wants to stay as long as possible, because he feels very happy with the team.

Becks takes number 23

2008-01-05T14:57:00.000+02:00

David Beckham is training with Arsenal's team, Wenger said that Becks will only training and will not take a part in games. David Beckham was pictured with number 23 arsenal's training kit during his first training session on Friday . "We give a kit to everyone who practices. When a triallist comes from anywhere in the world we give him a kit," said the Frenchman.

Arsenal stay in top

2008-01-04T16:08:00.000+02:00

Arsenal start the new year as they finished it, with win 2-0 over Hammers.
The London club are leaders with 2 points front of Man Utd. The Gunners play for FA Cup this Sunday against Burnley, they also reached the semi finals of Carling Cup and will play against Tottenham hotspur.

Van Persie will return soon

2008-01-04T12:54:00.000+02:00

Arsenal striker Robin Van Persie is still injured, he has muscular problem, the player didn't have a full game from three months . Robin is out for the next game with Burnley for FA Cup on Sunday, but maybe the 24 year old Dutchman will return in the end of next week. We all expect Van Persie against Birmingham on 12 January.

Song in squad for African cup

2008-01-03T22:09:00.000+02:00

The 20 year old Arsenal player Alex Song is called up in Cameroon's squad for African cup of nations.

Alex Song is one of the three Arsenal players at duty of African cup, other two players are Kolo Toure and Emmanuel Eboue, which will play for Ivory Coast squad. The trio will miss about eight gunner games.

Speculations on Arsenal's players

2008-01-03T14:48:00.000+02:00

Italian Seria A team Juventus has interests on France international midfielder Mathieu Flamini.

Lassana Diarra can move to Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City or Everton.

The ex Brazilian captian Gilberto who is reserve almost the hole season to Flamini is a target Valencia and Juventus.

The 38 years old Lehmann appears to be the most likely player to leave the Gunners, because this season has largely been relegated to the bench for Manuel Almunia, who showing great form.

On the other hand, Arsenal could see young forward Carlos Vela play for them this season as he has reportedly been granted a UK work permit.

The 18-year-old Mexican international has been on loan ever since he was signed by the Gunners in November 2005. He is currently at Osasuna.

Toure leaves to Afrika

2008-01-03T11:48:00.000+02:00

The lats Arsenal's game with West Ham(a win with 2-0, Eduardo, Adebayor) was the last for the Kolo Toure in Premier league . He will go to Ghana to play African Nations Cup with Ivory Coast team.
His partner in defence William Gallas thinks, that there are players who can replace Toure in defence.
We will wait for big boy Kolo Toure in middle of February!

Beckham will help Arsenal's youngsters

2007-12-28T22:43:00.000+02:00

Beckham will come in January to practise with Arsenal's first team and reserves. Beckham can teach the players how to excel from free kicks. Beckham will use Arsenal's facilities to stay fit for next England's friendly against Switzerland in February. Arsene Wenger believes that Arsenal's players can learn from Beckham's skills, when the former England captain trains at London.

Arsenal London against AC Milan

2007-12-25T16:11:00.000+02:00

The English Premier league leader Arsenal will face the European champions AC Milan in the first knockout in Champions league.

Last time when the two clubs have met each other was in 1994-94 in European Super Cup final, and Milan won against Arsenal with two goals. The Gunners hopes that this time will win and qualify for the next round.

Cesc Fabregas interview: Henry Exit Allowed Everyone To Shine

2007-12-25T14:08:00.000+02:00

The way the Gunners have taken the season by the scruff off the neck has caught many off guard. However, he is aware that only silverware can truly silence doubters.

"The team is hungry and wants to achieve something to prove people wrong," Fabregas said.

"We want to achieve a lot of things over the next 12 months.

"If we could win everything that would be perfect - but the Premier League is the competition it would be amazing to win."

The Spaniard has already scored 11 times this season, a sharp improvement from the four he scored last season.

Other players such as Alexander Hleb, Emmanuel Adebayor and Tomas Rosicky have all come good this season, and the midfielder believes it has something to do with Thierry Henry's exit.

"I have more responsibility than before," he said. "When you looked at Arsenal a year or two years ago you just saw Thierry Henry.

"It was a little bit like the other players did not exist.

"But when he left it was an opportunity for everybody to show we are a team and a good club.

"Even if the best player in the world is leaving us we can still achieve something."

FC Arsenal History

2007-12-24T22:21:00.000+02:00

Football club Arsenal London is founded in 1886 and also well known as: "The Gunners". Arsenal is based in Holloway, North London. It is one of the most famous and popular football club in England, thirteen times have won (before first devision, now Premier league) and ten FA Cups(English Cup). In 1930s Arsenal won five First Devision League titles and two FA Cups, they also made two times double(to win league title and national cup) and won Premier league in 2004-04 unbeaten, in 2005-06 became the first London club reached the UEFA Champions league final. Last season they finished 4th in Premier League and now on first place with point front the second.
The club have several times changed their home, Arsenal was founded in Woolwich - south-east London, but they moved to Highbury north across the city in 1913. And finally in 2006 they moved to their current home the Emirates Stadium with capacity 60,400.
Arsenal has a large and diverse fanbase, who hold a string of long-standing rivalries with several other clubs; the most notable of these is with neighbours Tottenham Hotspur, with whom they regularly contest the North London Derby. Arsenal is one of the richest clubs in English football (worth over £600m as of 2007), and thanks to their stature, have regularly featured in portrayals of football in Enlgand. The current coach of the team is Arsene Wenger.