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Manchester City allowing Oleksandr Zinchenko to seal a transfer to Arsenal in the summer may have also meant sending the Premier League title from the Etihad Stadium to the Emirates Stadium, according to Garth Crooks.The Ukraine international was a key player at Man City, but was perhaps slightly under-appreciated and never quite managed to establish himself as an automatic starter in Pep Guardiola's side.

Bukayo Saka scored after only 66 seconds as ruthless Arsenal beat Brighton and Hove Albion 4-2 to go seven points clear at the top of the Premier League.Draws for Manchester City and Newcastle United earlier on New Year's Eve gave the Gunners a chance to stretch their lead at the summit.Mikel Arteta's side ended 2022 in style at the Amex Stadium, Saka setting them on their way early on and Martin Odegaard adding a second goal in the first half.

The first Premier League team of the week since the World Cup ended is in, with Garth Crooks selecting some big names for this immense-looking line up.The English top flight produced some entertaining games over the festive period, with Arsenal continuing their strong start to the season, while big names like Manchester City, Manchester United and Liverpool also picked up wins.

Erling Haaland was named the Premier League's Player of the Season on Saturday after a record-breaking debut campaign in which he has scored 36 goals and helped Manchester City seal a third straight league title.The 22-year-old was also voted the league's best young player, becoming the first person to win both awards in the same season.

Dec 22, 2022



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Thanks to the unusual timing of the 2022 World Cup, the festive build-up took a backseat for a while this year, but that hasn't deterred football clubs from across Europe's top leagues cramming their stores full of Christmas knick-knacks.Central to each collection is the official Christmas sweater, which has become something of an annual tradition in the football realm.

Arsenal are keeping tabs on the PSV Eindhoven midfielder Xavi Simons.The 20-year-old has been quite impressive for the Dutch outfit this season and his performances have caught the attention of a number of clubs.A report via Fichajes claims that the Gunners could look to make a move for him this summer as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his midfield options.

Arsenal are reportedly keeping tabs on the Dutch defender Devyne Rensch ahead of the summer transfer window.The 20-year-old Dutchman has impressed with his performances for Ajax this season and Arsenal are hoping to bring him in as per Football Insider.The Gunners need to sign a specialist right-back and Rensch could prove to be a solid, long-term acquisition.

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing the Real Valladolid defender Ivan Fresneda at the end of the season.The 18-year-old right-back has established himself as a key player for the Spanish club, and his performances have attracted the attention of a number of European heavyweights.A report from 90 Min claims that representatives from Arsenal were in attendance when the player was in action for Real Valladolid this Thursday.

Arsenal FC Manchester United FC January 22nd 2023, 15:31 Arsenal host Manchester United in what could be considered one of the most important games of the season for both clubs.Manchester United got the better of Arsenal in the first fixture between the sides in the Premier League this season in what was Mikel Arteta's only defeat in the league this season.

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Martin Odegaard admitted "there is no hope" for Arsenal in the Premier League title race after their challenge suffered a potentially fatal blow with a 3-0 defeat to Brighton on Sunday.Second-half goals from Julio Enciso, Deniz Undav and Pervis Estupinan gave the visitors a deserved victory at Emirates Stadium as the Gunners struggled to respond to Manchester City's win at Everton earlier in the day.

Two stoppage-time goals helped Arsenal earn a thrilling 4-2 victory over Aston Villa on Saturday as Mikel Arteta's side got back on track in the race for the Premier League title.Villa striker Ollie Watkins opened the scoring with a powerful, low finish inside five minutes.Arsenal hit back shortly after through a bullet strike from winger Bukayo Saka, but Villa retook the lead later in the first-half with a superb team move finished off midfielder Philippe Coutinho.

Mar 3, 2023



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With league titles and golden boots on the line, many of the big stars across Europe's elite clubs have been proving their worth with vital goals as we prepare to enter the final third of the season.But which two players have combined for the most goal contributions in Europe's "Big Five" leagues?

Jan 17, 2023 Ramsdale was attacked / Clive Rose/GettyImages The Metropolitan Police have confirmed they have charged a 35-year-old man with assaulting Aaron Ramsdale following the north London derby on Sunday.Arsenal ran out comfortable 2-0 winners against Tottenham on Sunday courtesy of first half goals from Martin Odegaard and an own goal from Hugo Lloris.

Arsenal moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League with an entertaining victory at Brighton.The visitors were cruising at 3-0 thanks goals by Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Eddie Nketiah before Kaoru Mitoma pulled one back.Gabriel Martinelli settled any nerves with Arsenal's fourth before Evan Ferguson added Brighton's second with his first league goal.

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Emile Smith Rowe could be involved for Arsenal after four months out with a groin injury.Bukayo Saka and William Saliba are both one booking from triggering a ban.Newcastle left-back Matt Targett has been ruled out for the foreseeable future because of a heel injury.He joins Alexander Isak, Jonjo Shelvey, Emil Krafth and Paul Dummett on the sidelines, while goalkeeper Martin Dubravka has been recalled from his loan spell with Manchester United.

Arsenal are looking to improve their midfield options this summer and they have identified former Academy graduate Yunus Musah as a potential target.The 20-year-old American international has been an important player for the Spanish club Valencia and his performances have caught the attention of the big clubs.

Here's how Mikel Arteta's side rated at Emirates Stadium... Aaron Ramsdale 5 No chance with Rashford's strike, then made smart low stop to keep out the same player early in second half.Really poor as he spilled for Martinez's leveller.Ben White 5 Booked for foul on Rashford early on and looked edgy thereafter.

(Image credit: Getty Images) Arsenal have moved eight points clear of champions Manchester City at the top of the Premier League following a rampant 2-0 win at Tottenham in the north London derby on Sunday.City were beaten 2-1 by Manchester United in their own derby at Old Trafford on Saturday and that gave the Gunners the chance to extend their lead on Sunday.

Key figures at Arsenal reportedly seem increasingly of the feeling that the loan signing of Joao Felix could be a good move in this January's transfer window.The Portugal international has been offered to the Gunners by his agent Jorge Mendes, while Manchester United and Chelsea have also been approached about doing a deal for him.

Arsenal bounced back from their deflating loss to Manchester City by easing to a 3-1 victory over struggling Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday to keep their Premier League title hopes alive.Martin Odegaard scored twice in 13 first-half minutes before Gabriel Jesus added a third before half-time against a Chelsea side that were all too accommodating to their London rivals.

Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has heaped praise onto Gunners captain Martin Odegaard for how important he's become to the club.The Norway international has been a revelation since his move to the Emirates Stadium, which followed a difficult spell and lack of playing time at Real Madrid.Odegaard had been shipped out on loan a few times by Los Blancos and looked to be struggling to live up to the potential seen in him when he joined the club as a highly-rated teenager, but he's now the main man in Arsenal's midfield.

Arsenal scored twice in stoppage time to win a six-goal thriller at Aston Villa and return to the top of the Premier League.Jorginho's shot came off the crossbar and bounced in off Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez to put Arsenal 3-2 up, before substitute Gabriel Martinelli raced clear to score as Villa chased an equaliser.

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Granit Xhaka has said the pressure has ramped up on Arsenal as they challenge for the Premier League title but is confident they have the mentality to cope.Arsenal face Fulham on Sunday hoping to maintain a five-point lead at the top of the table, while also pursuing glory abroad with their Europa League round-of-16 tie with Sporting Lisbon finely poised after a 2-2 first-leg draw in Portugal.

Gabriel Jesus trained alongside his Arsenal team-mates ahead of Thursday's meeting with Sporting CP as the striker eyes a return to action following a three-month injury lay-off.Jesus made an immediate impact upon his arrival from Manchester City last July, helping Arsenal to the Premier League summit, but he has not played since suffering a knee injury in December.

I n a terrific game full of gripping moments, perhaps the most pivotal came in the 71st minute.With Arsenal and Manchester United level at 2-2, Erik ten Hag turned to his bench and summoned Fred, sending on the tenacious midfielder and sacrificing 100million forward Antony.In hindsight, the conservative move looked tantamount to a concession, Ten Hag sending the signal that, though United could have done with three points to solidify tenuous title credentials, even taking one here at what in an unexpected turn of events has become Fortress Emirates, would be a good result.

Injury expert Ben Dinnery has hinted that Emile Smith Rowe could make his Arsenal return in the FA Cup next week.What's the word?The Englishman has been absent for most of this season with an injury he picked up in September, but could be set for a highly anticipated return to action as the league leaders begin their FA Cup campaign away to Oxford United.

The Premier League plays out its final round of fixtures before pausing for the World Cup in Qatar this weekend.Manchester City host Brentford on Saturday, while new Southampton manager Nathan Jones faces a daunting first match as the Saints head to Anfield to play Liverpool.Tottenham will hope to hit back from a midweek EFL Cup defeat to Nottingham Forest when they welcome Leeds United, and Graham Potter's Chelsea also visit in-form Newcastle United.

Feb 18, 2023 Gabriel Martinelli provided the final flourish to the thrilling 4-2 victory for Arsenal against Aston Villa / Clive Mason/GettyImages Not for the first time in his career, Emi Martinez proved the difference in an Arsenal victory.Unfortunately for the current Aston Villa goalkeeper, it was unintentional.

The contract binding Reiss Nelson to Arsenal expires at the and of the season, and according to Fabrizio Romano, the Premier League leaders are yet to present an offer of a new one, despite the player wanting to remain in North London for the foreseeable future.The winger, who prefers the right flank but can also play on the left or centrally behind a striker, is a product of the academy at Arsenal, and apart from 2018/19 and 2021/22, which he spent on loan with Hoffenheim and Feyenoord, respectively, he's been a Gunner from his first football steps to this day.

Arsenal were given a huge boost as they stride towards the Premier League title when second-place Manchester City lost to United at Old Trafford on Saturday.But going into the North London Derby on Sunday, Gunners captain Martin Odegaard said he and his teammates need to focus only on themselves.🗣 "We don't care about the other teams."

Arsene Wenger played a pivotal role in convincing Arsenal star Martin Odegaard to join the club.Odegaard joined Arsenal from Real Madrid on an initial loan deal before joining permanently.The Norwegian was one of the brightest young talents in the world when he burst onto the scene, so it wouldn't have been easy for Arsenal to secure this deal with a host of clubs looking to sign him.

W illiam Saliba insists Arsenal are not feeling any pressure in the title race after they beat Tottenham to go eight points clear at the top of the table.Arsenal produced a commanding display to beat Spurs 2-0 in the north London derby and are now undeniably favourites to win their first title since 2004.

S ix VAR calls made in the Premier League this season have now been deemed to be incorrect.All of the 48 overturned decisions so far this campaign have been assessed by an independent panel, made up of a mixture of former players and representatives from the Premier League and PGMOL.The panel reported that six of those interventions were mistakes, according to ESPN, including Gabriel Martinelli's disallowed strike at Old Trafford.

Arsenal could throw their hat into the ring in the race to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund this summer given their impressive form this season, believes pundit Ally McCoist.What's the word?The Englishman looks set to leave the club this summer amid major interest from Real Madrid and Liverpool, with a reported price tag of €150m ( £130m) being mooted.

Tottenham Hotspur have released a statement confirming that they will ensure 'the strong possible action' will be taken after a supporter kicked Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale at the end of the north London derby.Arsenal ran out comfortable 2-0 winners at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday thanks to first half goals from Martin Odegaard and an embarrassing own goal from Hugo Lloris.

Arsenal and Manchester United players dominate the latest team of the week after important victories in their respective derby matches this weekend.The Gunners went eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table after winning 2-0 away to rivals Tottenham, while Man Utd also showed they should perhaps be factored in to the title race by beating rivals Man City 2-1 at Old Trafford.

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal "can go all the way" to lifting the Premier League title after taking a seven-point lead at the top.The Gunners romped to a 4-2 victory at Brighton and Hove Albion, while closest challengers Manchester City slipped up at home to struggling Everton earlier on Saturday, sending Mikel Arteta's men into 2023 with a hefty advantage.

Arsenal have held talks with the agent of Joao Felix, while Fabrizio Romano has also provided an update on the Gunners' other possible transfer plans this January.Mykhaylo Mudryk is the priority for Arsenal, according to Romano, writing in the Daily Briefing exclusively for CaughtOffside, while there has also been contact over Felix, and interest in Palmeiras midfielder Danilo.

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Arsenal reaffirmed their status as Premier League title challengers on Boxing Day.Mikel Arteta's side picked up where they left off before the 2022 World Cup winter break by beating West Ham United 3-1 at home.Arsenal fell 1-0 behind to a Said Benrahma penalty, but produced a scintillating second half performance to claim all three points.

Arsenal made light of Gabriel Jesus' absence as each of the Gunners' attacking trio scored in Boxing Day's 3-1 win over West Ham on their return to Premier League action.The blow of losing Jesus for three months due to a knee injury suffered during the World Cup had seen many write off the league leaders' title chances, but at Emirates Stadium their mentality shone through.

Oh, how I've missed this!The wait is finally over, folks.The Premier League leaders will soon be blessing us with their brilliance once more as they host West Ham to wrap up a tasty Boxing Day schedule.How else would any Arsenal supporter want to conclude the festive period than by enjoying Mikel Arteta's showtime Gunners under the Emirates lights?

The wing-back has been a bit-part player for the Gunners and could join Marco Silva's side.However, his wage demands could see the deal fall through ahead of the January transfer window.Furthermore, Erik ten Hag revealed that Lisandro Martinez rejected the opportunity to join Arsenal.Instead, he opted to move to Manchester United.

ARSENAL are "pushing" to sign Adrien Rabiot from Juventus next month, according to reports.The midfielder, 27, has shone over recent weeks as he helped France to reach a second-consecutive World Cup Final.And Repubblica are claiming  Arsenal are now pushing to sign Rabiot in the January transfer window.

Arsenal were linked with a move for Nicolo Zaniolo earlier this week, and it seems that the Gunners have now come forward to make an enquiry for the 23-year-old Italian international.Zaniolo was heavily linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur at the start of the season, but Roma managed to hold on to him during the summer transfer window.

Rio Ferdinand says he is 'worried' about Arsenal's ability to maintain their strong start to the season when the Premier League resumes on Boxing Day.The Gunners comfortably saw off Wolves 2-0 in their final match before the World Cup to maintain a five-point lead at the top of the table, having lost just one of their first 14 matches and won 12 - two more than nearest rivals Manchester City.

Arsenal full-back Cedric Soares is reportedly a transfer target for Fulham this January as they look to strengthen in two positions.The Portuguese defender is being linked with Fulham in a report from Sky Sports, who state that Marco Silva's side want to strengthen at right-back and midfield this winter.

Mikel Arteta admitted that Arsenal will be looking to make new signings in the January transfer window, provided the right players become available.The Spanish boss discussed the Gunners' recruitment plans, after his side beat AC Milan 2-1 in the Dubai Super Cup.The Premier League leaders had a zip about them against the Serie A champions, as they bossed proceedings from minute one.

Martin Odegaard has opened the scoring for Arsenal in this afternoon's friendly match against AC Milan as they prepare for the return of club football.The Norway international has been in superb form for the Gunners in 2022/23 so far, and it looks like he hasn't lost his touch during the break for the 2022 World Cup.

Arsenal are reportedly set to make one last attempt to sign Leicester City maestro Youri Tielemans in the January transfer window, with the Gunners being linked with the Belgian for some time.According to the Mirror, the north London side will launch one final bid to land the 25-year-old in the winter market, with Tielemans' contract set to finish at the end of this season as the midfielder looks ready to enter the free agent pool in the summer.

Arsenal and Brazil striker Gabriel Jesus has undergone successful knee surgery.Jesus was ruled out for the remainder of the World Cup after sustaining an injury to his right knee during the Selecao's Group G clash with Cameroon.Head coach Tite died reports that Jesus was already carrying an issue prior to featuring for the five-time world champions in Qatar.

Arsenal and Aston Villa are showing an interest in Inter Milan midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu.Calhanoglu has started 13 games for Inter Milan this season, scoring twice and providing four assists.In 2017, Calhanoglu made the controversial switch from AC Milan to Inter, a move not made by too many due to their rivalry.

Arsenal remain interested in Palmeiras midfielder Danilo as Mikel Arteta looks to build on an impressive start to the season.Arsenal went into the World Cup break five points clear at the top of the Premier League after Manchester City lost at home to Brentford in the final game before the tournament.

Arsenal have earned praise from football transfers expert Fabrizio Romano for their signing of Martin Odegaard from Real Madrid.The Norway international has been one of the Gunners' best players this season, firing in an important brace against Wolves at the weekend to take the club five points clear at the top of the Premier League table going into the winter World Cup break.

Martin Odegaard says Arsenal "have to stay calm" after moving five-points clear at the top of the Premier League by beating Wolves 2-0 on Saturday.The Gunners captain scored both goals in the second half at Molineux, with Arsenal capitalising after Brentford's surprise 2-1 win against Manchester City earlier in the day.

Martin Odegaard scored twice as Arsenal beat Wolves 2-0 at Molineux to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League.The Gunners headed into the game looking to take advantage after Brentford's surprise victory against Manchester City earlier on Saturday but did not have it all their own way in the Midlands.

Arsenal travel to Molineux to face Wolves on Saturday night with the chance to secure their status as Premier League leaders during the imminent World Cup.Given the wintry timing (rather than temperature) of the upcoming football bonanza, whoever ends the weekend in first place will hold that lofty position on Christmas Day.