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Arsenal sweating on Merino after Spain star undergoes surgery

Mikel Merino has undergone surgery on the foot injury that he suffered at the end of Arsenal's 3-2 defeat to Manchester United. The Spain international could well return before the end of the season, but he faces a race against time to feature in the conclusion of what could be an immensely tight title race. Arsenal currently top the table and are six points clear of Manchester City.

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We still have a title race in England! Manchester City's hopes of winning the Premier League looked to be over after they fell behind to another stunning free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai at Anfield on Sunday, but Pep Guardiola's men produce a sensational fightback to defeat Liverpool 2-1 and close the game to leaders Arsenal to just six points.

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Alvarez to Chelsea?! Blues backed to win race for Atletico star

Chelsea are being backed to win the transfer race for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez. The World Cup-winning Argentina international left English football when severing ties with Manchester City in 2024. A return to familiar surroundings is being speculated on, with it suggested that Stamford Bridge could be the South American’s next port of call.

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Arteta claims nine-point gap at PL summit means 'nothing'

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta insists that the club's current nine-point lead at the top of the Premier League table means "nothing" as the Gunners attempt to end a title drought that stretches back to 2004. The north London club beat Sunderland 3-0 at the Emirates to extend their lead over second-placed Manchester City.

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In-form Gyokeres fires Arsenal nine points clear at summit

Super sub Viktor Gyokeres came off the bench to score twice as Arsenal cruised to a 3-0 win against Sunderland to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League. Gyokeres made a huge impact having replaced Gabriel Jesus midway through the second half, netting a quickfire brace to add to Martin Zubimendi's opener, and fire the Gunners to a commanding advantage in the title race.

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'Not the Champions League final' - Terry aims brutal dig at Arsenal

Chelsea legend John Terry has taken aim at Arsenal's players after their midweek win against Chelsea secured a place in the Carabao Cup final. Kai Havertz scored late on at the Emirates to complete a 4-2 aggregate victory over the Blues and send the Gunners to Wembley. Mikel Arteta's side will now take on Manchester City in the final as they aim to win their first major silverware since 2020.

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Arteta sends Oxlade-Chamberlain message ahead of Celtic move

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has sent a glowing farewell message to Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain after the 32-year-old trained with the club ahead of his move to Celtic. The former England international is set to seal his switch to Celtic Park as he prepares to undergo a medical and has been wished well by the Gunners manager.

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Arsenal made surprise deadline day move to sign Bayern star

Arsenal launched a daring last-minute bid to sign Leon Goretzka on transfer deadline day as Mikel Arteta desperately sought a replacement for the injured Mikel Merino. Despite advanced talks and a late approach from the Gunners, the 30-year-old midfielder has opted to remain at Bayern Munich until the end of the season. Goretzka is now expected to headline a major summer transfer battle.

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Rosenior accuses Arsenal of lack of respect

Liam Rosenior has accused Arsenal of lacking respect after his X-rated outburst ahead of Chelsea's EFL Cup semi-final defeat to the Gunners. The new Blues boss was filmed screaming expletives at the Gunners' players as they encroached into the Blues' half during their respective warm-ups.

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Hazard tips Fabregas to land Chelsea job

Eden Hazard has tipped former Chelsea team-mate Cesc Fabregas to one day become manager at Stamford Bridge, and one of the best managers "in history" as he continues his journey in the dugout. The Spanish World Cup winner is currently in charge at Serie A club Como.

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Arsenal handed cup final boost as EFL makes Guehi decision

Arsenal have been handed a major boost ahead of the 2026 Carabao Cup final, with the EFL delivering its verdict on Manchester City’s claims to seeing rules tweaked for January signing Marc Guehi. The Blues are being prevented from selecting the England international defender in domestic cup competition, and that will remain the case for a showpiece event at Wembley Stadium.

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Arsenal loanee Nwaneri called out after avoiding red card

Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri, who will be seeing out the 2025-26 campaign on loan at Marseille, has been called out by a rival manager in France after narrowly avoiding a red card. The England U21 international is still adjusting to life with Ligue 1 heavyweights, and was fortunate to escape an early ban after crunching into a tackle during domestic cup action.

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Newcastle chief confused by Tonali to Arsenal saga

Newcastle United CEO David Hopkinson has admitted he has 'no idea' whether or not Arsenal were presented with the chance to sign Sandro Tonali by the midfielder's agent. Reports emerged on deadline day that Tonali was being monitored by the Gunners, with his representatives supposedly indicating to the Premier League leaders that a move could be negotiated.

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Arsenal star Zubimendi responds to Real Madrid transfer talk

Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has responded to speculation that he is the one player Real Madrid need right now amid a difficult season for Los Blancos. The Spanish giants have already sacked manager Xabi Alonso and brought in Alvaro Arbeloa but sit second in La Liga, are out of the Copa del Rey and face a play-off against Benfica to secure a place in the last 16 of the Champions League.

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📽️ | Arsenal fans roast 'full kit w*nker' Terry after Havertz winner

Chelsea icon John Terry has become the subject of brutal mockery from Arsenal supporters after sharing a video of himself watching the dying moments of their Carabao Cup semi-final clash. The Stamford Bridge hero filmed his reaction hoping to capture a last-gasp equaliser, only to record the moment former Blues player Kai Havertz sealed his side’s fate, much to the delight of the red half of London.

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'Don't go out like that!' - Chelsea blasted for Carabao Cup exit

Paul Merson ripped into Chelsea's players after Liam Rosenior's side fell to a 1-0 defeat at Arsenal on Tuesday night, exiting the Carabao Cup at the semi-final stage with a 4-2 aggregate loss. The Blues struggled to create many clear-cut chances and couldn't score the goals they needed to reach the final, instead seeing Kai Havertz strike to send the Gunners to Wembley.

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Arsenal into Carabao final as Havertz lands fatal blow

Arsenal are into the final of the Carabao Cup after beating Chelsea 1-0 on Tuesday, prevailing 4-2 on aggregate. The Gunners showed little attacking appetite at the Emirates having entered the game with a lead to protect, and ultimately their visitors didn't ask enough meaningful questions to ever put their place at Wembley in serious doubt.

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Where's Odegaard?! Why Arsenal skipper missed Chelsea clash

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard was a surprise absence from the Gunners' squad to take on Chelsea in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final on Tuesday night. Eberechi Eze started the clash in the No.10 role, with the Norwegian worryingly not even among the substitutes. Before kick-off, Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta revealed the midfielder had picked up an untimely knock.

Frequently asked questions

Manchester United were founded in 1878, although under a different name at first - Newton Heath LYR. The name Manchester United was born in April 1902, beating alternative suggestions like Manchester Central and Manchester Celtic.

Manchester United are currently co-owned by the Glazer family, as well as INEOS founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe. In February, Ratcliffe bought an initial 25% stake in the club, ganing control over all the sporting operations.

Manchester United play their home games at the Old Trafford, which is also known as the 'Theatre Of Dreams' among fans and pundits.

Old Trafford has a capacity of 74,310, making it UK's second-biggest football stadium in terms of capacity (behind Wembley).

Manchester United have an impressive haul of 68 trophies in their prestigious history, which includes 20 league titles, three Champions Leagues, as well as 13 FA Cups.

Manchester United have won a record 20 English top flight titles. They have won 13 titles in the Premier League era, all of them coming under Sir Alex Ferguson. United, though, haven't lifted the Premier League trophy since the 2012-13 season.

With 963 appearances to his name, Ryan Giggs holds the record of making the most appearances for Manchester United. Giggs made his debut for the club in March 1991 and spent his entire professional career, spanning 23 years, at Old Trafford.

Wayne Rooney is Manchester United's all-time top goalscorer with 253 goals in 559 games for the club. He spent 13 years at the club, from 2004 to 2017.

Eric Cantona, Cristiano Ronaldo, George Best, Paul Scholes, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Edwin van der Sar, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Angel Di Maria, and Denis Irwin are some of the most famous players to have donned the Manchester United colours.

Sir Matt Busby, Sir Alex Ferguson, Jose Mourinho, David Moyes, and Louis van Gaal are among the most famous to have been at the helm at Old Trafford.

Manchester United are famously known as The Red Devils among their fans and rivals alike. The term was introduced by the legendary Sir Matt Busby in the 1960s – after the tragic Munich air disaster – seeking inspiration from a local rugby club from Salford, who were referred to as "Les Diables Rouges" (The Red Devils) when they toured France in 1934.