Archive | January 2009
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Wenger updates on Arshavin move
By Randy Osae As expected, Arsene Wenger was intrigued to speak on the all-concerned transfer saga and the manager did not seem too reluctant nor audacious about Andrei Arshavin’s arrival. The Frenchman claims a deal should/could be struck within the next day and is adamant his “experience” in these transfer situations can see things wrapped [...]
Fact file Preview: Arsenal vs West Ham
- In substitute of Randy’s usual match preview, here are some interesting factors to know ahead of Saturday’s London derby. – BIG-MATCH FACTS Dubious title contenders Arsenal enter this London derby with their sights set on the more realistic task of overhauling a five point gap on fourth placed Aston Villa, to claim a Champions [...]
Match Reaction: Everton 1-1 Arsenal
By Karl M. Tinsley MY 3 STARS Really weren’t 3 STARS for Arsenal today…but for the sake of the format…here goes (holding my nose): #1. ROBIN VAN PERSIE: It is scary to think how far down the EPL Table we would be without Rockin’ Robin’s sublime play the last 2 months. Can you imagine the [...]
Wenger finally hints on Arshavin transfer
By Randy Osae Arsene Wenger has for once lifted the lid on the unending moves and shakes around Andrei Arshavin’s possible transfer to Arsenal – at least with thanks to the inquisitive media who forced him to answer questions. After the draw at Goodison Park, the Arsenal boss faced the British media for a routine [...]
Walcott to sign soon, Rosicky “weeks” away
By Randy Osae Arsene Wenger has granted promising news on stricken duo and well missed flank men Theo Walcott and Tomas Rosicky. The English youngster has been deemed likely to fancy a move elsewhere should his Arsenal contract not be renewed by the season’s closure. But Arsene Wenger confirmed yesterday that the club is already [...]
Preview: Everton vs Arsenal
By Randy Osae Both Arsenal and Everton can reflect on relentless toils given on some strenuous travels in the past fortnight or two. Arsenal dealt with resurgent ambiances at minors Hull and Cardiff cities while in the Toffee’s case, it was epic Merseyside derbies at hand. Neither side return rattled from those treks and now [...]
Match Reaction: Cardiff City 0-0 Arsenal
By Karl M. Tinsley MY 3 STARS #1. SAMIR NASRI : As usual Nasri was looking dangerous all match. Dominated the Left Flank all match, calling for the ball, running at defenders, or drawing defenders to him and then dishing off to open players. Also showed some nice defensive chops this match, as he tracked [...]
FA Cup 5th round draw: Who will Arsenal face if they beat Cardiff?
By Randy Osae The Football Association have just completed the draw for the FA Cup’s fifth round. Arsenal will face either West Brom or a familiar Burnley at home in the last 16 with the assumption that they beat Cardiff at the Emirates ( in the 4th Round Replay scheduled for February 3).
Arshavin deal should be done Saturday or never
By Randy Osae The latest from the unending ‘Andrei Arshavin to Arsenal’ saga is that the selling club, Zenit St Petersburg have cautioned “enough is enough” on Arsenal’s cagey negotiations. The Russian giants have issued a final conditional statement that Arsenal better wrap up transfer agreements or Arshavin might not be heading to north London [...]
