The fact that the number of yellow cards given because of fouls to each of these two clubs is very similar (21 to Chelsea and 19 to Tottenham) suggests the level of bad tackling is very similar and ...

The simple reality is that all teams get blips – runs of unexpected draws and loses, and the media love to focus on them, without much reference to what is going on elsewhere.  It’s a bit like the ...

There is a story in the world of newspapers in which the Sports Editor walks into the journalist’s office and demands, “Right what’s today’s Arsenal crisis ?” and the journalist turns in bemusement ...

So, in 2023 Arsenal had Oliver in charge against Everton, Manchester City, Nottingham Forest, Manchester City (again), Burnley and West Ham United. Yes, six times in one calendar year.

As you may know, the identity and location of the Sun’s oft quoted supercomputer is totally secret. Week after week, month after month, and indeed year after year, the newspaper tells us that its ...

Prelim: Summer 2025 will be the 100th anniversary of the arrival of Herbert Chapman at Arsenal, and to commemorate this we are publishing a series on Chpaman, and how the most unlikely transfer of a ...

That would give us cause to suggest a clear victory for Arsenal, but sadly this season’s results have to give us pause for a lot more thinking. And sadly when that thinking takes us to the last six ...

Arsenal are one of the most storied and successful clubs in the world, boasting a rich history and heritage. What’s more, the Gunners also have a giant fanbase around the world with supporters ...

By Tony Attwood with the help of a passing high horse.

Arsenal’s first dip came with three draws and a win from 31 August to 22 September, most particularly disappointing being the home draw with Brighton and an away draw with Atalanta. Rather more ...

Which means Odegaard might be on the bench, or might make his return at the weekend. And that really does put the focus on Arsenal’s problems this season: when it comes to the pressure that now exists ...

Journalists write negatively about most clubs. Their prime aim is to fulfil their contractual obligations by writing about football , even when there is nothing to write about that they are allowed to ...