Mikel Arteta joked that he knew a seven-goal haul was coming for his Arsenal side in his post-match press conference. I certainly did not, and to give you a glimpse behind the curtain, I and others in the build-up to the game here in the Netherlands were having discussions about one-goal scorelines in either direction. With …
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Bukayo Saka sends perfect image after watching Arsenal Champions League romp
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has let his feelings on his teammates excellent performance at PSV Eindhoven known with a humurous post on Instagram. Saka, who has been injured since the end of December, has been unable to impact the Gunners’ results for other two months now. Mikel Arteta’s men had struggled in front of goal in recent weeks …
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What left Martin Odegaard fuming as Myles Lewis-Skelly ignores clear Arsenal instruction
As far as Champions League knockout matches go, this was dreamland for Arsenal. In the middle of a challenging run and forced to deal with the disappointment of an abruptly ended title race – not that Mikel Arteta is conceding it – winning 7-1 away from home is about as good as it gets. Had Thomas …
PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal highlights – Gunners in Champions League dreamland after scoring seven
Arsenal take on PSV Eindhoven looking to secure a strong first-leg result away from home in their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie. This is the third season in a row that Arsenal have faced the Dutch side, amazingly; but in the last two, they failed to get a win in the Netherlands in their group …
Arsenal player ratings vs PSV Eindhoven as Odegaard is reborn with Nwaneri and Timber excellent
Arsenal effectively all-but booked their place in the Champions League quarter-finals after scoring seven at PSV. A win that will live long in the memory for many. The Gunners enjoyed an amazing first half as Jurrien Timber gave them an early lead, leaping to meet Declan Rice’s left-footed cross. This came just minutes after Ismael …
Barcelona will have to compete with two big La Liga clubs to sign highly-rated Romanian full-back
Although strengthening the forward line is the main priority of FC Barcelona in the upcoming summer transfer window, the Catalans would ideally also want to reinforce some other weak areas in their team. One such area that Hansi Flick himself has requested the club to address is that of the flanks, where Jules Kounde and …
Surprise Barcelona star has won possession more than any midfielder in Europe this season
Midfielder Pedri, for his part, is of course in the midst of nothing short of a sensational individual campaign to date. Having seemingly put his long-standing fitness woes firmly behind him, the 22-year-old has looked back to his brilliant best, standing out as one of world football’s best in his role. Pedri, for the most …
Hansi Flick has decided on Barcelona midfield for Benfica clash
That’s according to Diario AS, who have provided an insight into the latest developments behind the scenes in Catalunya’s capital. Barcelona are of course primed to return to action on Wednesday evening. Turning attentions back towards matters in the Champions League, the Blaugrana have made the trip to Portugal, for a Last-16 first-leg showdown with Benfica. …
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Arsenal have clear vision on Arteta future as five-man sporting director shortlist is revealed
There is no chance of Mikel Arteta being sacked if Arsenal don’t win a trophy this season, and the new sporting director will be key to the manager moving the Arsenal project forwards. Arteta only recently extended his contract, and Arsenal are very happy with him. The only change in dynamic to look out for is the new …
Arsenal dream line-up after Alexander Isak transfer as Mikel Arteta faces new selection dilemma
Only those in the Arsenal hierarchy will have an idea as to what plans the club will have for the summer transfer window. The Gunners still have a few months to wait before they are able to strengthen their squad in the transfer market. A host of names have already been linked with moving to the Emirates Stadium, but …