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Arsenal v Wigan Athletic - Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round

Arteta hits back at 'totally wrong and unfair' autograph criticism

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has broken his silence following a wave of criticism on social media after a video emerged of him refusing to sign an autograph for a supporter outside the Emirates Stadium. The incident took place as the Spaniard was in his car following the Gunners' victory over Wigan Athletic and he has taken the chance to tell his side of the story.

Guide to the FA Cup fifth-round draw

Guide to the FA Cup fifth round draw, including when it is, how to watch it live, the teams involved and more

Arteta hints a new role for Saka at Arsenal after FA Cup win

Mikel Arteta deployed Bukayo Saka in a central role for Arsenal against Wigan in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Sunday and saw his team cruise to a emphatic 4-0 win. The Arsenal boss spoke about his decision to swap Saka from his usual role out wide, admitting it is something that he had wanted to try and is now a tactic that he could look to use more often.

Arteta explains why Odegaard missed Arsenal's FA Cup win

Mikel Arteta has confirmed the reason behind Martin Odegaard's absence from the matchday squad for Arsenal's FA Cup win over Wigan on Sunday. The Gunners eased past the Latics on home turf to breeze into the next round of the competition but Odegaard sat out the resounding home victory as the Norwegian's stop-start season continues.

Arsenal vs Wigan: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the FA Cup match between Arsenal and Wigan, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Wigan boss reveals call with PL manager ahead of Arsenal clash

Wigan Athletic interim manager Glenn Whelan has admitted he has taken Premier League advice ahead of this weekend's FA Cup tie against Arsenal. The Latics are hoping to pull off a remarkable scalp when they take on the top-flight leaders.

Arsenal vs Wigan predictions: Gulf in class expected to show

Three Arsenal vs Wigan predictions for their FA Cup date on Sunday evening, including value on a goalscorer pick.

Charlton Athletic FC v Wrexham AFC - Sky Bet League One

Mullin returns! Club legend back at Wrexham as Wigan loan cut short

Wrexham have officially confirmed the return of club legend Paul Mullin after his season-long loan spell at Wigan Athletic was cut short. The 31-year-old striker, who became a global icon during the club’s rise under Hollywood ownership, is available for selection immediately as Phil Parkinson looks to bolster his attacking options for the crucial run-in.

Wrexham AFC v Stevenage FC - Sky Bet League One

Mullin auctioning off famous customised 'F*ck the Tories' boots

Paul Mullin will be auctioning off his famous customised "F*ck the Tories" boots. The boots, first unveiled in 2022, carried a message that caused uproar in the Wrexham boardroom. And now, the striker has announced that he is going to sell it off to the highest bidder.

Wrexham redemption for Mullin? Rob & Ryan reunion could happen

Paul Mullin has been told that a reunion with Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney at Wrexham should not be written off, with there still a chance that he will be offered a shot at redemption. A cult hero from the Red Dragons’ historic run of three successive promotions is currently out on loan at Wigan Athletic, but he remains under contract in North Wales.

Mullin aiming to put 'sad' Wrexham exit behind him at Wigan

Paul Mullin has said he wants to "prove himself right" on loan at Wigan Athletic, while opening up on his "sad" Wrexham exit.

Luton Town v AFC Wimbledon - Sky Bet League One

Luton vs Wigan: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the League One match between Luton and Wigan, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Ex-PL star sentenced to seven years in prison for cocaine smuggling

Former Premier League player Ronnie Stam has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his part in a €41.5m (£49m/$66m) drug-smuggling operation.

Reynolds or McElhenney in a fight? Wrexham icon has epic answer

Paul Mullin revealed his pick with an epic answer when he was quizzed on who would win in a fight between Wrexham co-owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. After an underwhelming season with the Red Dragons, the striker has found a new home in Wigan Athletic but his eyes lit up again when he faced a question that involved his former employers.

Swift reunion! Wrexham loanee Mullin bumps into McClean

Wrexham loanee Paul Mullin, who is now at Wigan, has enjoyed an immediate reunion with former team-mate James McClean when passing through an airport.

‘Couldn’t afford him’ - Why Mullin left Wrexham on loan

Wigan manager Ryan Lowe says his club took Paul Mullin on loan as they “couldn’t afford” to agree a permanent transfer with Wrexham.

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Why Mullin reacted to ‘stupid’ Reynolds & McElhenney rumour

Paul Mullin has explained why he had to react to a “stupid” rumour featuring Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney and his lack of game time at Wrexham.

Parkinson reveals what he told Mullin before he left Wrexham

Paul Mullin’s loan move to Wigan Athletic has been endorsed by Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson, who believes the switch represents a timely opportunity for the forward to rejuvenate his sinking playing career. The 30-year-old departed the Welsh club to join the Latics on a season-long loan after an underwhelming season at The Racecourse Ground.

Frequently asked questions

: Fifteen players from the Aston Villa Wesleyan Chapel cricket team formed the Aston Villa Football Club in the 1870s.
: Aston Villa are owned by V Sports, a joint venture between billionaires Nassef Sawiris and Wesley Edens. Atairos, an investment company based in the UK, became a minority partner of V Sports in April 2024.
: Aston Villa play all their home games at the Villa Park since 1897.
: Villa Park has a capacity of over 42,000 and has hosted more FA Cup semi-final games than any other stadium in history.
: Aston Villa have won 22 titles throughout their history, including seven English top-flight titles, one European Cup (now known as the Champions League), and seven FA Cups.
: Aston Villa have won seven top-flight titles, but have failed to clinch a league trophy in the Premier League era. They last won the first division in the 1980-81 season.
: Former Scottish left-back Charlie Aitken has made the most appearances for Aston Villa, featuring in 660 games for the club from 1961 to 1975.
: One of the greatest players to ever play for Aston Villa, Billy Walker is the club's record goalscorer of all-time with 244 goals to his name.
: Jack Grealish, Dwight Yorke, Emiliano Martinez, Gordon Cowans, and Gareth Barry are among the most respectable players in Aston Villa history, with the club also luring legends like Peter Schmeichel and Paul McGrath.
: Steven Gerrard, Steve Bruce, Gerard Houllier and Unai Emery are among the big names to have led Aston Villa during its illustrious history.
: Aston Villa are famously known as The Villans. The name 'Villa' is derived from the Villa Cross Wesleyan Church, whose former cricket club passed on the name to the club.

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