Mikel Arteta was left absolutely furious with three of his players during Arsenal's Champions League victory over Napoli. Despite dominating the match and securing the win, the manager directed his anger at Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke, and Christos Tzolis for their defensive efforts.
Rasmus Hojlund has heaped praise on Arsenal's formidable defensive unit following Napoli's narrow Champions League defeat in north London. The former Manchester United striker lauded Gabriel Magalhaes as the team's vital anchor while expressing his admiration for Mikel Arteta's impressive squad depth amid defensive absences.
Declan Rice lauded Arsenal's exceptional fluidity and mental strength after a 1-0 Champions League victory away at Napoli. The England midfielder singled out skipper Martin Odegaard for praise, labelling a stunning 29-pass team goal in blistering heat as incredible.
Martin Odegaard continued his superb start to the season with a decisive strike as Arsenal edged past Napoli in their Champions League opener. The Gunners captain secured all three points after his team-mates were guilty of wasting a host of glorious opportunities in Italy.
Paul Merson has predicted that Arsenal will fall short in their quest to win the Champions League this season after failing to secure a superstar attacker. The Gunners kick off their European campaign against Napoli, but the former midfielder believes Mikel Arteta's squad still lacks the necessary magic.
The Premier League has officially admitted to a significant refereeing error during Arsenal's recent 1-0 victory against Aston Villa at Villa Park. Key Match Incident (KMI) Panel has now ruled that Mikel Arteta's side were incorrectly denied a stoppage-time penalty following a reckless challenge by Ian Maatsen, who should have been sent off.
Gabriel Jesus has launched a scathing attack on the Arsenal hierarchy, detailing his frustration over the manner of his sudden departure to Barcelona. The Brazilian forward claimed he was left completely in the dark by the Premier League club before being forced to train away from the first-team squad during his final days in north London.
Has Jurrien Timber become the best right-back in world football? A man who once filled that position for Arsenal, Bacary Sagna, has explained the Dutch defender’s best qualities to GOAL - while admitting to seeing similarities with his own game. The Gunners are looking forward to welcoming another proven performer back into their ranks following a brief injury absence.
Massimiliano Allegri has warned his Napoli side that they are coming up against one of the best teams in world football as they prepare to host Arsenal in their Champions League opener. The Italian tactician identified a specific tactical evolution under Mikel Arteta that has transformed the Gunners into a formidable European force.
Alisson, Gianluigi Donnrumma and David Raya generate plenty of goalkeeping headlines in the Premier League, but who are more unsung heroes in that department? Ex-Newcastle and West Ham star Shaka Hislop has picked out one “absolute gem” for GOAL, with a new arrival in English football - that starred at the 2026 World Cup - expected to make quite the impact.
France Football has officially revealed the shortlist for the 2026 Men's and Women's Coach of the Year awards, highlighting the tactical masterminds who defined the last season. The nominations for the Johan Cruyff Trophy are heavily dominated by Spanish talent, reflecting a golden era for the nation’s coaching exports across Europe’s top leagues.
The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or honors has officially heated up with the unveiling of the nominees for the prestigious Club of the Year awards. Back-to-back European champions Paris Saint-Germain are looking to defend their men's crown against a resurgent Arsenal and a dominant Bayern Munich side, while a treble-winning Barcelona enter the women's category on a fierce mission to reclaim their throne.
The road to Madrid begins this week as the league phase gets under way - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?
Graeme Souness has once again voiced his concerns over Declan Rice’s credentials as an elite midfielder, delivering a scathing review of the Arsenal star's tactical approach. Despite Rice’s instrumental role in the Gunners' recent successes, the Liverpool legend remains entirely unconvinced by the England international’s positioning on the pitch.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has hit out at Declan Rice, accusing the Arsenal midfielder of committing the "most annoying offence in the world" to spark a confrontation with Morgan Rogers. The England internationals were involved in a heated altercation during the final stages of Arsenal’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday.
Chelsea defender Maxence Lacroix insisted that his side were unfortunate to leave the Emirates Stadium empty-handed following their 2-1 loss to Arsenal on Sunday. Despite a spirited performance from the visitors, Mikel Arteta’s Gunners managed to overturn an early deficit to maintain their perfect start to the Premier League season.
Bruno Guimaraes has offered a fascinating insight into the mentality of Mikel Arteta, describing the Arsenal manager as "very obsessed" with continuous improvement. The Brazilian midfielder, who arrived in North London this summer, believes the Spaniard's relentless drive is the primary catalyst behind the Gunners' perfect start to their Premier League title defence.
Chelsea suffered a 2-1 defeat to Arsenal at Emirates Stadium after finishing the match with two natural right-backs in midfield despite a £349m summer spend. Questions over squad depth persist as manager Xabi Alonso prepares his side to bounce back in upcoming fixtures.
Former Premier League winner Chris Sutton believes Arsenal are completely unstoppable following their perfect start to the new campaign. The Gunners have secured maximum points from their opening three fixtures, prompting Sutton to declare that their big-spending rivals cannot catch them.
Chelsea forward Morgan Rogers has insisted that the club's long-term trajectory remains positive despite suffering their first defeat of the Xabi Alonso era. The Blues saw their winning streak snapped at the Emirates Stadium, but Rogers is adamant that the squad is still in a period of significant transition and growth.
Ezri Konsa has expressed his delight after making a winning home debut for Arsenal in their hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea. The summer signing proved to be a vital addition to the backline as the Gunners overturned an early deficit to secure all three points in a high-octane London derby at the Emirates Stadium.
Mikel Arteta has sent a clear message to the rest of the Premier League, insisting his Arsenal side are capable of surpassing the levels that saw them crowned champions last season. The Gunners maintained their perfect start to the new campaign with a resilient comeback victory against London rivals Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium.
Peter Schmeichel has heaped praise on Martin Odegaard following Arsenal's thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over London rivals Chelsea. The Manchester United legend highlighted the Norwegian's unmatched quality, claiming no other team in the Premier League possesses a player of his calibre.
Wayne Rooney believes Arsenal defender Gabriel was incredibly fortunate to avoid a red card for kicking Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in the head. The controversial incident occurred early in a fiery London derby, leaving pundits completely stunned after VAR failed to intervene.
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