Pep Guardiola has delivered an ultimatum to his Manchester City squad, insisting that their upcoming showdown with Arsenal will be meaningless unless they first secure three points against Chelsea. Despite the title race swinging back in their favour following Arsenal's slip-up at Bournemouth, the Catalan coach believes there is absolutely no room for error in the final weeks of the season.
Arsenal legend Anders Limpar has warned that Mikel Arteta could face the sack if the Gunners fail to secure a major trophy this season. Despite the heavy investment in the squad, concerns remain over whether the current crop of players possesses the mental fortitude to hold off Manchester City in the title race after they suffered a 2-1 loss to Bournemouth on Saturday.
Arsenal’s Premier League title ambitions suffered a massive blow on Saturday as they fell to a shock home defeat against Bournemouth. Following the frustration at the Emirates, summer signing Viktor Gyokeres pointed to the condition of the playing surface as a contributing factor in the Gunners’ failure to find the back of the net.
Mikel Arteta has offered a sincere apology to the Arsenal faithful after the Gunners suffered a damaging 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday. The result hands the initiative back to Manchester City in a Premier League title race that is becoming increasingly precarious for the North London side.
Arsenal’s Premier League title charge suffered a major blow on Saturday as they were stunned 2-1 at home by Bournemouth, prompting a chorus of boos from the Emirates crowd. Despite holding a significant lead at the top of the table, the Gunners' recent form has sparked anxiety among the north London faithful.
The Premier League has clarified why a contentious penalty was awarded to Arsenal during their clash with Bournemouth. Referee Michael Oliver pointed to the spot after a handball by Ryan Christie, and VAR later confirmed the decision following a quick review.
Awful Arsenal suffered a major blow in the Premier League title race as they crumbled to a 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth, their third loss in four in all competitions. Mikel Arteta's side were second best all over the pitch on a dismal afternoon for the league leaders, who missed out on the opportunity to open up a 12 point gap over rivals Manchester City ahead of their game at Chelsea on Sunday.
Arsenal are reportedly planning an ambitious move for Newcastle United star Anthony Gordon as they look to upgrade their attacking options ahead of next season. The Gunners have long been admirers of the England international, whose versatility and work-rate are said to have caught the eye of Mikel Arteta and the club's recruitment team.
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink believes Mikel Arteta is fortunate to still be Arsenal manager after the club's transfer spending over the last two years. The former Netherlands striker questioned the Spaniard’s trophy record and suggested the Gunners should be further ahead after investing heavily in the squad.
Viktor Gyokeres has challenged his Arsenal team-mates to embrace the pressure of the Premier League title race, arguing that nerves are a sign of how much the squad cares about ending their trophy drought. The Swedish striker believes that the external noise regarding the Gunners' late-season mental fortitude can be transformed into a positive force.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided a surprisingly optimistic fitness update on Mikel Merino, suggesting the midfielder could still feature before the campaign concludes. Despite undergoing surgery on a broken foot, the Spanish international is being backed to make a rapid recovery and play a part in the Gunners' season run-in.
Mikel Arteta has sent a clear message to Arsenal youngsters Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly, warning that he will be ruthless regarding their futures at the Emirates Stadium. Despite the prestige of the Hale End academy, the Gunners boss insists that excellence is the only currency that matters as the club looks to balance the books this summer.
Arsenal have been handed a significant boost regarding Martin Odegaard after the midfielder's latest injury setback. The Gunners captain was forced off during the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie against Sporting CP, but Norway manager Stale Solbakken has suggested that the damage is not as severe as first feared.
Arsenal are reportedly preparing for a significant squad overhaul this summer, with the club ready to listen to offers for five first-team stars, including Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri. The Gunners are looking to balance their books and generate 'pure profit' to fund a fresh round of marquee signings under Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal
