Declan Rice has challenged his Arsenal team-mates to seize the first available piece of silverware this season as they prepare for a high-stakes Carabao Cup final against Manchester City. Fresh from securing a Champions League quarter-final berth, the England midfielder believes a victory at Wembley could provide the essential momentum for a historic quadruple pursuit. Rice emphasised that the showdown will ultimately be decided by which side possesses the greater hunger for glory.
Paul Merson has singled out Declan Rice for special praise following Arsenal's clinical 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen at the Emirates Stadium. The win secured the Gunners' progression to the Champions League quarter-finals with a 3-1 aggregate scoreline, keeping their hopes of a historic quadruple alive.
Arsenal’s search for a clinical new frontman has hit a significant roadblock following comments from the representative of Inter Milan starlet Pio Esposito. Despite Mikel Arteta’s reported admiration for the 20-year-old, the player's camp have moved quickly to distance themselves from a potential Premier League switch. The Gunners had identified the Italian as a high-potential addition to their attacking ranks, but the Nerazzurri appear determined to keep hold of their academy graduate.
Arsenal secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals with a statement victory over Bayer Leverkusen, but it was the heroics of David Raya that left Mikel Arteta in awe. While goals from Eberechi Eze and Declan Rice provided the spark at one end, the Spanish goalkeeper's late brilliance ensured the Gunners march on with confidence.
Mikel Arteta was left beaming after Arsenal secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals with a clinical 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, giving them a 3-1 aggregate win. The Gunners boss reserved special praise for summer signing Eberechi Eze, whose breakthrough goal paved the way for a dominant European display at the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal have taken a significant step toward the Champions League quarter-finals thanks to a moment of pure inspiration from Eberechi Eze. The England international broke the deadlock at the Emirates Stadium with a goal of the season contender to leave Bayer Leverkusen reeling.
Eberechi Eze and Declan Rice fired Arsenal into the Champions League quarter-finals in sensational style with stunning goals as the Gunners saw off a stubborn Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 at Emirates Stadium to seal a 3-1 aggregate victory over the Bundesliga outfit. Eze's thunderous first-half strike sent Mikel Arteta's on their way and Rice put the seal on the victory with an excellent second after the interval to set up a meeting with Sporting CP in the final eight.
Arsenal have reportedly entered negotiations to significantly lower their asking price for Fabio Vieira as a permanent departure from north London edges closer. The Portuguese playmaker has enjoyed a revitalised spell on loan at Hamburg and has already reached a total agreement on personal terms to remain at the Bundesliga side.
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has hailed the impact of Max Dowman after the teenager’s record-breaking goal against Everton, insisting the youngster's composure comes as no surprise to those at the club. The Norwegian international, who is currently sidelined with a knee injury, offered sage advice to the academy graduate as the Gunners continue their charge toward the Premier League title.
Arsenal have been caught in another refereeing storm after the Key Match Incident (KMI) Panel confirmed Brighton were wrongly denied a penalty in their recent Premier League clash. The Seagulls fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat at home to Arsenal on March 4, but officials have now admitted a VAR error spared Mikel Arteta’s side from potentially conceding from the spot.
Bayer Leverkusen have ignited the mind games ahead of their Champions League decider at the Emirates by poking fun at Arsenal’s set-piece reliance. Following a cagey 1-1 draw in the first leg of their round of 16 tie, the German side’s social media team shared a provocative image aimed at the Gunners' tactical "supremacy" from corners.
The father of Arsenal starlet Max Dowman has launched a stinging public attack on a youth coach for allegedly "cashing in" on his son's record-breaking success. Following Dowman’s historic goal against Everton, tensions boiled over on social media regarding who truly deserves credit for the 16-year-old’s development. The dispute has highlighted the intense scrutiny facing the Premier League’s youngest-ever goalscorer.
Arsenal icon Thierry Henry revealed his physical reaction to seeing Max Dowman find the net, admitting the youngster's performance left him stunned. Dowman, aged just 16, scored his first ever Premier League goal after a remarkable solo run that saw him beat two Everton defenders before finishing past Jordan Pickford to seal a vital 2-0 win.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has challenged teenage sensation Max Dowman to remain grounded following his historic Premier League goal against Everton at the weekend. As the Gunners prepare to host Bayer Leverkusen at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow in their Champions League last-16 second leg, following a 1-1 draw in Germany, the coach insists past achievements matter little as focus turns to the future.
Gary Lineker has hailed the "enormous potential" of Premier League starlets Rio Ngumoha and Max Dowman, claiming the teenage duo represent the direct attacking profile England has long been "crying out" for. Following a historic weekend that saw Dowman break goalscoring records for Arsenal and Ngumoha shine for Liverpool, the former England captain expressed his excitement at the fearless approach shown by the next generation.
Argentina star Julian Alvarez has been urged to snub a potential move to Arsenal in favour of joining Chelsea as rumours of a Premier League return gather pace. Despite Atletico Madrid's firm stance on keeping the World Cup winner, the former Manchester City man has been told he would thrive in the long-term project at Stamford Bridge.
Thomas Tuchel will name his England squad for the March internationals on Friday, with the Three Lions reconvening for the final time before the end of the 2025-26 club season. This, effectively, will be the last chance for those on the fringes of the squad to impress without immediate fear of losing their World Cup place. But it will also be Tuchel's last opportunity to experiment with systems and players he thinks could help win the trophy.
Newcastle United are bracing themselves for a summer of heavy interest in Lewis Hall, with three Premier League rivals all firmly in the hunt. Scouts from Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal have reportedly been "closely monitoring" the defender as they weigh up big-money moves at the end of the season.
Former Arsenal and Chelsea defender Ashley Cole is reportedly in talks to join Serie B side Cesena in his first senior managerial role after previously serving as England's assistant coach. Cole has also spent time working alongside Frank Lampard at Everton and Wayne Rooney with Birmingham City. The 45-year-old is now ready to step out on his own.
An ugly scene in the stands has overshadowed Everton's weekend trip to north London. Following a 2-0 defeat to Arsenal, Toffees forward Thierno Barry took to social media to condemn an "unacceptable" attack on his friends in the away end, prompting a joint police investigation and vow from the club to take strict action.
Chelsea legend John Terry was left in awe of Max Dowman’s impactful cameo against Everton at the Emirates Stadium. With Mikel Arteta’s side locked in a tense battle, the 16-year-old was introduced with just 16 minutes remaining and immediately changed the complexion of the game. He provided the spark for Viktor Gyokeres’ 89th-minute opener before scoring a stunning solo goal in stoppage time.