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Arteta quizzed on Arsenal's interest in Williams ahead of UCL tie

Mikel Arteta was asked about Arsenal’s summer interest in Nico Williams as he faced the press ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League opener against Athletic Club. The San Sebastian-born coach played down speculation over a potential move for the Spain international but admitted the winger is a “fantastic player” admired at both club and international level.

Why Arsenal will wear an unusual kit combination for UCL opener

Arsenal are set to wear an unusual kit combination for their Champions League opener against Athletic Club. The Gunners are known for their iconic red and white jersey but they will have to tweak things for their clash in Spain on Tuesday.

Arteta offers Saka injury update ahead of Champions League game

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has issued an injury update on Bukayo Saka ahead of their Champions League opener against Athletic Club. The winger has been out with a hamstring injury for several weeks and it seems he won't be back for the time being.

Arteta hailed as 'one of the best coaches in the world'

Mikel Arteta has been hailed as "one of the best coaches in the world" ahead of Arsenal's Champions League opener against Athletic Club. The 43-year-old is highly rated among his peers and the Spanish side's boss, Ernesto Valverde, has lauded him as one of the game's elite managers.

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Arsenal hit by double injury blow ahead of Athletic Club clash

Arsenal have reportedly been hit with a double injury blow ahead of their Champions League opener against Athletic Club. The Gunners have been branded as one of the favourites to win this season's competition but they will be without two talisman early on.

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Laporte left 'in the middle of nowhere' as Al-Nassr blocked transfer

Aymeric Laporte has lifted the lid on his difficult exit from Al-Nassr, revealing the Saudi club's financial demands almost scuppered his dream return to Athletic Club. The Spain international admitted he felt "in the middle of nowhere" during protracted negotiations but insisted that coming back to Bilbao was always his primary objective.

'Everything I wanted' - Laporte delighted as FIFA U-turn seals transfer

Aymeric Laporte sealed an emotional return to Athletic Club after FIFA overturned Al-Nassr’s deadline day mix-up to approve his La Liga registration.

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FIFA finally allow Laporte to join Athletic Club

Aymeric Laporte has joined Athletic Club from Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr after FIFA reversed its initial decision and approved the transfer.

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Athletic Club star accepts doping ban after taking partner's medication

Athletic Club defender Yeray Alvarez accepted a 10-month ban after testing positive for a prohibited substance he mistakenly took from his partner.

Athletic ready to go above FIFA in Laporte transfer appeal

Athletic Club remain determined to bring Aymeric Laporte back despite FIFA blocking his transfer, and are ready to appeal to CAS if needed.

Laporte offered Al-Nassr escape route by Turkish giants

Aymeric Laporte’s dream return to Athletic Club fell apart over paperwork, but Besiktas are now set to hand him an Al-Nassr escape route.

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Williams to miss Arsenal clash as Athletic Club confirm injury

Nico Williams faces around three weeks out of action after the Athletic Club star suffered a muscle injury while on international duty with Spain.

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Athletic Club star blames hair loss medicine for failed doping test

Yeray Alvarez says hair loss medication was the reason behind his failed doping test as the Athletic Club star was hit with a ban from UEFA.

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Espanyol fan jailed for racist abuse of Inaki Williams

A Barcelona court sentenced an Espanyol fan to one year in prison for racially abusing Inaki Williams, marking a landmark ruling in Spanish football.

Laporte’s Athletic dream blocked by FIFA

Aymeric Laporte’s dream return to Athletic Club has been blocked by FIFA after Al-Nassr missed the transfer paperwork deadline.

'Sheep!' - Athletic Club star blasts own fans over Williams treatment

Unai Simon slammed Athletic Club fans for their treatment of Nico Williams amid his failed attempt to join Barcelona in the summer.

Laporte heading back to former team after Al-Nassr exit

Ex-Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte is finally set to to complete a free transfer back to Athletic Club after ending his Al-Nassr contract.

Trent & the UCL draw's biggest winners and losers

Whether he's on the pitch or the bench, the Scouser is set for a hostile reception at Anfield, while the champions have been dealt a bad hand

Como join Athletic in battle for Aymeric Laporte's signature

Como are willing to approach Aymeric Laporte and battle with Athletic Bilbao as the defender is set to terminate his contract at Al-Nassr.

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Azpilicueta in for romantic homecoming? La Liga side target free agent

Osasuna have joined Athletic Club in the race to sign free agent Cesar Azpilicueta, with the veteran eyeing a return to his boyhood club.

Laporte stranded at Al-Nassr as Athletic transfer halts

Aymeric Laporte's move to Athletic Club has ground to a halt as Al-Nassr are not ready to let the defender leave for free.

Arsenal v Newcastle: Pre-Season Friendly

Zubimendi fires Man Utd warning after big Athletic Club win

Martin Zubimendi has fired a warning to upcoming opponents Manchester United after Arsenal's thumping win over Athletic Club.

Arsenal bizarrely get trophy fireworks treatment from Google

Arsenal have bizarrely been given the fireworks treatment by Google after claiming victory over Athletic Club in the 2025 Emirates Cup.

Arteta claims Gyokeres will 'destroy' defences

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta heaped praise on new signing Viktor Gyokeres, who scored his first goal for the Gunners since his move to North London from Sporting CP this summer. The Premier League giants thrashed La Liga side Athletic Club 3-0 in their final pre-season friendly courtesy of goals from Gyokeres, Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz.

Gyokeres opens account as Arsenal end pre-season in style

Arsenal finished their pre-season with a comfortable 3-0 win over Atheltic Club, as Viktor Gyokeres opened his account for the club with the opener.

Athletic Club fined for 'f*ck Barca' chants

Athletic Club have been hit with a fine for their fans' anti-Barcelona chants at San Mames during their final game of the 2024-25 season.

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