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Arsenal urged to 'play dirty' as ex-Gunner defends Kepa decision

Former Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna has insisted that Mikel Arteta was correct to start Kepa Arrizabalaga in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester City. Despite a high-profile error from the Spaniard contributing to the 2-0 loss at Wembley, Sagna believes the Gunners' failure to adapt their tactical approach was the primary reason for their heartbreak, insisting that that they must learn to "play dirty".

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Saliba withdraws from France squad after Carabao Cup final loss

Arsenal defender William Saliba has officially withdrawn from the France squad for their upcoming friendly fixtures in the United States. The 24-year-old was forced to pull out just 24 hours after playing the full 90 minutes in the Gunners' Carabao Cup final defeat at Wembley. Consequently, Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix has been handed his maiden senior call-up to replace the injured star.

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Ben White returns to England squad to end four-year exile

Arsenal's Ben White has been added to the England squad for the upcoming March friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. The defender, and Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes, will replace Eberechi Eze and Jarell Quansah, who have both had to pull out after sustaining recent injuries. White last played for the Three Lions in 2022 and was included in that year's World Cup squad but left Qatar for personal reasons.

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Should 16-year-old wonderkid Dowman make England’s WC squad?

Thomas Tuchel has admitted that Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has a “chance” of making England’s 2026 World Cup squad, but would an opportunity such as that be arriving too early for the 16-year-old forward? GOAL has put that question to Michael Owen, a man that knows all about making a senior breakthrough with the Three Lions as a teen sensation.

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📽️ | Unseen footage shows Pep's reaction to Cherki

A new video has shown Pep Guardiola embracing Rayan Cherki after the forward was substituted towards the end of Manchester City's Carabao Cup final triumph over Arsenal on Sunday afternoon. The France international was criticised in some quarters for juggling the ball with his side 2-0 up, with manager Guardiola seen shaking his head in response to the trickery.

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🎥 | Neville shushes City fan after foul-mouthed abuse

Gary Neville was seen shushing a Manchester City supporter after being targeted by inane and witless jeers from the stands during Sunday's Carabao Cup final. The former Manchester United and England defender was at Wembley Stadium to co-commentate on City's victory over Arsenal as Nico O'Reilly scored a brace but was forced to engage with one fan who attempted to rile him up.

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Man Utd eye sensational Lewis-Skelly swoop

Manchester United are reportedly plotting a daring summer raid for Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly as they look to solve their long-standing left-back issues. The 19-year-old Hale End graduate has struggled for consistent minutes at the Emirates Stadium this season after falling behind Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori in the pecking order. Consequently, the Red Devils have identified the versatile defender as a primary target for the upcoming transfer window.

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Wake up, Arsenal! Carabao crash been on the cards for weeks

Manchester City beat Arsenal in the first final of the English football season, with Pep Guardiola schooling former apprentice Mikel Arteta to secure the Carabao Cup at Wembley on Sunday. The contest was decided by two second-half goals from Nico O’Reilly, who twice crept into the Gunners’ box effectively unmarked to score from a pair of almost identical crosses.

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Barnes expected to replace injured Eze in England squad

Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes is set to be handed a late call-up to the England squad. Following an unfortunate injury to Arsenal playmaker Eberechi Eze, England manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to bring the in-form forward into his enlarged squad. This call-up comes after the player rejected an approach to switch his allegiance to the Scotland national team.

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Arteta explains decision to start Kepa in Carabao Cup final

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has vigorously defended his decision to start goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga instead of David Raya following a bitter 2-0 defeat to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final. The Spanish manager insisted he had to reward the shot-stopper for his earlier cup appearances, despite a costly error that handed Nico O'Reilly the opening goal.

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'Signing of the season' - Pep hails Man City star after Arsenal win

Pep Guardiola has heaped praise on his Manchester City players after they secured the first silverware of the season with a 2-0 win over Arsenal at Wembley Stadium. The City boss was particularly complimentary of his opponents, describing Mikel Arteta’s side as one of the best teams in world football following a tightly contested Carabao Cup final, and he also praised Nico O'Reilly, who scored both goals in City’s victory over Arsenal.

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'Unbelievable feeling' - O'Reilly in dreamland winning Carabao Cup

Manchester City midfielder Nico O'Reilly experienced the ultimate birthday weekend after scoring a brilliant second-half double to secure a 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the 2026 Carabao Cup final. The 21-year-old was in dreamland at Wembley Stadium, heading home two crucial goals to end his team's brief trophy drought and shatter the quadruple hopes of their London rivals.

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Arsenal legend reveals how Dowman calls for advice and to complain

Despite becoming the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history, Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman remains his own harshest critic. The 16-year-old sensation continues to contact his former mentor, Jack Wilshere, to complain about his displays and seek guidance as he navigates the immense pressures of senior football and chases historic milestones under Mikel Arteta.

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Pop star Chappell Roan responds to accusations from Jorginho

Pop sensation Chappell Roan has responded to accusations from former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder Jorginho that disrespectful treatment on her part left the ex-Italy international’s stepdaughter in tears. Jorginho is now on the books of Flamengo in Brazil and has called out Roan’s security team for their heavy-handed approach to dealing with fans.

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Man City defender joins Guehi in missing cup final

Manchester City's preparations for the Carabao Cup final have been rocked by a major injury blow to defensive linchpin Ruben Dias. The Portugal international is set to miss the Wembley showdown against Arsenal, leaving Pep Guardiola with a significant selection headache in the heart of his backline hours before the match.

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Gabriel lauds bitter rival Haaland as 'toughest opponent'

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes admits that Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has been his “toughest opponent” down the years, with the pair establishing a bitter rivalry. While they have clashed on a regular basis in Premier League action, there is plenty of respect between the duo. They are poised to lock horns again in the 2026 Carabao Cup final.

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Why key Man City star is out of Carabao Cup final

Manchester City will be without key January signing Marc Guehi for their Carabao Cup final showdown against Arsenal at Wembley on Sunday. Despite other winter arrivals being eligible, the England international has been sidelined by a new rule. Pep Guardiola has been left exasperated after the former Crystal Palace defender was officially ruled out.

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Chappell Roan bizarrely blasted by ex-Chelsea & Arsenal star

Former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has publicly lambasted pop sensation Chappell Roan following an allegedly aggressive encounter at a hotel in Sao Paulo. The Italy international claimed that a member of the singer's security team targeted his 11-year-old stepdaughter, leaving the young fan in tears after a simple breakfast interaction.

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Saka reveals 'humble' secrets behind Arsenal's quadruple charge

Bukayo Saka has lifted the lid on life inside Arsenal's dressing room as the Gunners continue to chase a historic quadruple, and the message from the club's starboy sounds remarkably similar to the message Erling Haaland gave Mikel Arteta last season. The England international insists his side are "staying humble", as they prepare to face Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.

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Arsenal Carabao Cup win would finally signal changing of guard

Arsenal will look to end their six-year trophy drought on Sunday when they take on rivals Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley. Going back even further, the Gunners haven't won silverware in front of live fans since their 2017 FA Cup triumph, a time when Arsene Wenger was still manager and Mikel Arteta had just completed his first season as Pep Guardiola's assistant.

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.