Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn has hit back at suggestions that Mikel Arteta should be sacked if the Gunners fail to secure the Premier League title this season. Despite the mounting pressure at Emirates Stadium, the former defender believes moving on from the Spaniard would be a mistake, though he admits an inquest would be necessary following another collapse.
It's being billed as the biggest Premier League clash in years. On Sunday, Arsenal finally travel to the Etihad Stadium to take on Manchester City in what has been marked in the calendar as potential title-decider for months. But with the two sides separated by just six points at the top of the table, and City holding a crucial game in hand, Mikel Arteta's out-of-sorts Gunners shouldn't feel like they need to live up to the much-hyped occasion.
The Premier League has never been more popular and yet this season there has been a noticeable rise in people, from everyday fans to respected pundits to even elite coaches, insisting they are losing interest. When Arne Slot said the English top flight was "not a joy to watch" many agreed with the Liverpool manager and the data backed up his argument.
Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva has come out swinging in defence of the current Gunners squad, rubbishing claims that Mikel Arteta’s side are ‘bottlers’ after falling short in recent title races. As the north London club prepare for a season-defining showdown against Manchester City, the Brazilian icon reflected on what made the 2003-04 Invincibles so special.
Sergio Aguero has weighed in on the growing transfer interest surrounding Julian Alvarez. The former Manchester City striker believes the Atletico Madrid forward would be better suited to Barcelona despite links with Arsenal.
Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a blow to Arsenal's European ambitions by overlooking the Gunners when naming his favourite to win the Champions League. The legendary Italian coach, a five-time winner of the competition as a manager and currently preparing for World Cup duties with Brazil, believes the trophy is destined for elsewhere this season.
Gabriel has established himself as one of the Premier League's most feared aerial threats, and the Brazilian defender has now revealed the tactical battle he faces during every Arsenal set-piece. Despite being a centre-back by trade, the 28-year-old has become a focal point of the Gunners' attacking arsenal, admitting that opposition managers are now frequently assigning multiple markers to nullify his threat.
Erling Haaland believes Manchester City’s trophy-winning experience could prove decisive ahead of their huge Premier League clash with Arsenal. The Norwegian striker insists City remain “hungry for more” as the title race enters its decisive stage.
Abebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Alex Iwobi on the Beast Mode On Podcast as the Fulham winger discusses his journey from the Arsenal academy to becoming a regular in the Premier League and making his mark on the international stage with Nigeria. The 29-year-old also talks about his duels with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as well as a host of other compelling topics.
Mikel Arteta has hit back at suggestions that Arsenal will set up for a draw in Sunday's massive title showdown at Manchester City. The Gunners boss insists his side is heading to the Etihad with the sole intention of securing maximum points to tighten their grip on the Premier League trophy but he'll have to manage without Bukayo Saka, who is definitely out of the game.
Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero believes Arsenal are beginning to show signs of "anxiety and nerves" as the Premier League title race reaches its boiling point. The former striker has tipped Pep Guardiola’s side to edge out the Gunners in their head-to-head clash at the Etihad Stadium this Sunday.
Arsenal are preparing to swoop for Leicester City sensation Jeremy Monga as they continue their aggressive recruitment of the finest young talent in world football. The Gunners have identified the 16-year-old winger as a priority target and hope to beat several domestic rivals to his signature this summer.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has dramatically claimed that the Premier League title race will be over for his side if they suffer defeat against Arsenal this Sunday. City currently trail the Gunners by six points, although they possess a crucial game in hand as the season enters its high-stakes final stretch, adding immense pressure to the showdown.
Mikel Arteta and Arsenal have been hit with a formal UEFA warning following a delayed kick-off in the Champions League last week. The disciplinary move comes as Real Madrid were slapped with a €20,000 fine for a similar breach during their recent quarter-final tie with Bayern Munich.
Mikel Arteta has been warned that Arsenal face a defining moment in their modern history as they prepare for a monumental title showdown against Manchester City. With the Gunners currently holding a six-point lead, former defender Jamie Carragher claims that a failure to secure the trophy would trigger a period of intense recrimination and doubt for the club and coach.
Erling Haaland has labelled Manchester City’s clash with Arsenal as a "final" that could decide the Premier League title race. The Norwegian striker warned the Gunners that City are treating every remaining game as a knockout match in their pursuit for a fifth title in six years.
Former England international Ashley Cole has opened up about the lack of opportunities for aspiring coaches in the English game after taking his first senior managerial role in Italy. The legendary left-back admitted that he felt "discouraged" by domestic clubs before Serie B outfit Cesena offered him the chance to prove his credentials.
Former Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has opened up on his decision to leave north London, confessing that he struggled to maintain his passion for the game during his final months at the Emirates. The Italian was reduced to a supporting role under Mikel Arteta and has admitted that limited playing time and a rigid tactical focus made it difficult to feel important to the squad.
Arsenal have received a significant fitness boost with the news that Noni Madueke is expected to be available for Sunday's pivotal Premier League clash against Manchester City. The winger sparked fears of a long-term layoff after being forced off during midweek Champions League action, but early indications suggest the damage is not as severe as first feared.
Martín Zubimendi has dismissed ongoing rumours linking him with a move to Real Madrid, insisting his focus is entirely on securing silverware with Arsenal. The midfielder, who arrived at the Emirates from Real Sociedad for £61 million ($83m) last summer, says he is "very happy" in London as the Gunners prepare for a Champions League semi-final and a decisive Premier League run-in.
The football world is in mourning following the tragic news that former Arsenal and Liverpool goalkeeper Alex Manninger has passed away at the age of 48. The Austrian shot-stopper lost his life after his car was struck by a train at a railway crossing in his homeland on Thursday morning.
Manchester United legends Gary Neville and Paul Scholes have clashed over their predictions for Sunday's monumental Premier League title decider between Manchester City and Arsenal. While both agree the stakes at the Etihad could not be higher, their expectations for how the 90 minutes will unfold are worlds apart.
Arsenal are set for a financial boost from Marseille due to a unique clause in Ethan Nwaneri’s loan deal that penalises the French club for his lack of playing time. The wonderkid has failed to secure a regular spot in the starting XI since his January move, leading to frustration on both sides of the English Channel.
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has confessed that the club’s recent dip in form is "killing" him as the Premier League leaders struggle to maintain their advantage over Manchester City. During a passionate debate on The Overlap podcast, Wright’s concerns were met with a trademark dismissal from Roy Keane, who urged the Gunners to embrace the pressure.
Arsenal are reportedly ready to overhaul their attacking options in a sensational summer shake-up that could see Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus depart the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners have identified Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez as their primary target and are prepared to take drastic measures to balance the books for a mega-money deal.
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