Lillestroem Overview

The ex-Arsenal gem who turned to drug smuggling

Once part of a famous Arsenal generation, the forward ended up sliding down the leagues before his arrest in Greenock

‘Players will leave for 500m!’ - Barcola transfer raises concerns

Bradley Barcola was heavily linked with Arsenal during the summer transfer window, but ultimately ended up at Liverpool after completing a £123 million ($167m) move from Paris Saint-Germain. That deal has raised a few eyebrows, and concerns, with ex-Gunners and France defender Bacary Sagna discussing the financial state of football during an exclusive interview with GOAL.

Arteta snubbed! Martinelli aims dig at Arsenal boss after Al-Hilal transfer

Gabriel Martinelli has completed a £60 million move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal after being frozen out of the Arsenal squad. The Brazilian winger posted a heartfelt farewell message to the Gunners, but conspicuously omitted manager Mikel Arteta following a reported rift between the pair.

‘Ultimate test!’ - Neville makes bold Arsenal vs Chelsea prediction

Gary Neville has backed defending champions Arsenal to pass their first major test of the Premier League season against Xabi Alonso's Chelsea. The Manchester United legend expects a fascinating tactical clash at the Emirates Stadium but is tipping the title holders to claim a comfortable victory.

Arsenal FC v Coventry City - Premier League 2026/27

Arsenal suffer injury blow before Chelsea clash

Mikel Arteta is facing a selection headache ahead of Arsenal's high-stakes London derby against Chelsea this weekend. The Gunners boss saw two key first-team players absent from Thursday's preparations as the squad gear up for the Emirates clash.

Arsenal FC v Real Betis Balompie - Pre-Season Friendly

Martinelli joins Al-Hilal

Gabriel Martinelli has officially ended his seven-year association with Arsenal, completing a blockbuster £60m move to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. The Brazilian forward, who was a pivotal figure in the Gunners' recent Premier League title success, makes the switch after being frozen out of the first-team picture by Mikel Arteta at the start of the new campaign.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Molde	18	9	3	6	36	29	7	30	W W L D W
5	Brann	18	8	2	8	36	27	9	26	D W W L W
6	Lillestroem	18	8	2	8	24	25	-1	26	L D L L L
7	Fredrikstad	18	8	2	8	22	28	-6	26	W W W W L
8	Rosenborg	18	7	3	8	27	26	1	24	L W W L W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form