Arsenal dropped points in the title race after a painful draw seeing a two-goal lead slip at the end. Arsenal took the lead in the first half through Gabriel Martinelli. Leandro Trossard was found by Mikel Merino before final third before a reverse cross that the Brazilian’s touch just managed to beat Emi Martinez to the delight …
Monthly Archives: January 2025
Why William Saliba isn’t playing for Arsenal vs Aston Villa as Mikel Arteta dealt injury worry
William Saliba is absent from the Arsenal matchday squad to face Aston Villa today due to hamstring tightness. Replacing him in the starting XI at centre-back alongside Gabriel Magalhaes is Jurrien Timber with Thomas Partey moved to right-back. Declan Rice will anchor the midfield as a result of that with Mikel Merino and captain Martin …
‘It is the perfect stage’ – Mikel Arteta reveals Bukayo Saka return plan Arsenal will love
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged Bukayo Saka to time off while he recovers from a serious hamstring injury – insisting the winger needs time to “refresh” Saka, 23, is set to be sidelined until March after he sustained a hamstring injury in the Gunners’ 5-1 win over Crystal Palace in December. Since undergoing surgery …
Arsenal early team news decision confirmed before Aston Villa amid William Saliba fears
Young Arsenal defender Maldini Kacurri has not been included in Saturday’s Premier League 2 squad for a game away to Fulham. The decision has heightened fears that regular first-team centre-back William Saliba could miss the evening’s clash with Aston Villa. Saliba was not seen in training pictures posted on Friday, sparking concern that he will not be fit enough …
Barça NewsBarcelona heavyweight’s new contract to have an ‘escape route’ for the summer – report
Barcelona and Ronald Araujo have indeed come a full circle from where their situation was a week ago. The Uruguayan international, who appeared set to leave the club and join Juventus this month, turned his decision around after a discussion with Deco and is now set to stay until the end of the season. Barcelona …
Barcelona out-of-favour duo wanted by Cesc Fabregas’ Como – report
When Sergi Roberto signed for Cesc Fabregas’ Como in the Serie A as a free agent, the Italian side was still relatively unheard of. They have, however, done decent under the former Barcelona player’s tutelage and are in 16th place in the standings. However, they are looking for reinforcements for the second half of the …
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Predicted Barcelona lineup against Getafe: Balde, Casado to return; Lewandowski up front
Alejandro Balde, Marc Casado, and Robert Lewandowski will return to the Barcelona starting lineup against Getafe at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on Saturday. Barcelona will aim to continue the recent winning run when they lock horns with Getafe at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on Saturday night. And Hansi Flick has greeted a positive update on the team news …
Arsenal can repeat Trossard trick by signing Brentford forward this winter
Arsenal are exploring the transfer market for new signings and manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed the same in multiple press conferences. With the ongoing injury crisis, a new striker and winger could be prioritised, but marquee signings could be difficult to pursue this winter. In that case, Arsenal could consider cost-effective options with Premier League …
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Arsenal transfer news: Viktor Gyokeres concern arises as striker’s agent speaks out
Arsenal have just two weeks remaining of the 2025 January transfer window – and it’s now or never in their search for a striker. The Gunners desperately need some attacking recruits following Gabriel Jesus’ long-term injury. And it appears that work on getting a new forward is ongoing. A number of Europe’s most in-form strikers have …
Predicted Arsenal line-up vs Aston Villa, two changes on the cards
Arsenal will be aiming for back-to-back Premier League wins when they host Aston Villa this evening. The Gunners registered a 2-1 comeback triumph over Tottenham Hotspur in midweek. They dominated proceedings and should have won the derby by a bigger scoreline. Manager Mikel Arteta could make a couple of changes against Unai Emery’s side today. …
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