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Arsenal v Bournemouth - Premier League

Arteta explains why he brought off Zubimendi after subbing him at West Ham

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided a candid explanation for his tactical U-turn after substituting Martin Zubimendi just 39 minutes after bringing him on against West Ham. The Gunners boss admitted that the initial reshuffle following Ben White’s first-half injury disrupted the team’s rhythm, forcing him to make a ruthless decision to protect Arsenal's slender lead in the Premier League title race.

Arsenal v Bournemouth - Premier League

Arsenal star no Pirlo or Scholes after ‘struggling for weeks’

Arsenal might have reclaimed their spot at the top of the Premier League table on Saturday, but the celebratory mood at Emirates Stadium was tempered by a scathing assessment from Gary Neville. Despite a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Newcastle, the spotlight has fallen on a high-profile summer arrival who is reportedly failing to live up to his price tag.

Arsenal FC v Sporting Clube de Portugal - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg

Zubimendi admits Real Madrid transfer links 'not a bad thing'

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.

Arsenal FC v Bayer 04 Leverkusen - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg

Arteta defends Arsenal stars after 11 international withdrawals

Mikel Arteta has hit back at suggestions that Arsenal players have prioritised club over country after a staggering 11 members of his squad withdrew from international duty. The Gunners boss insists that the medical decisions were necessary and the club maintains a transparent relationship with national team managers, including England's Thomas Tuchel.

FC Barcelona v Villarreal CF - LaLiga EA Sports

'They told me no' - Xavi reveals Barca blocked move for Arsenal star

In an explosive tell-all interview, former Barcelona manager Xavi has revealed how the club’s hierarchy apparently blocked his attempts to sign current Arsenal midfield anchor Martin Zubimendi. The legendary Spaniard, who was sacked in 2024, identified the then-Real Sociedad star as the perfect replacement for Sergio Busquets, only to seemingly see his request flatly rejected by the board during a period of intense financial scrutiny at the Catalan giants.

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Zubimendi deserves to be in Player of the Year conversation

Arsenal are heavy favourites to go on and win this season's Premier League. They've put themselves in a commanding position with around a third of the campaign remaining and ought to see out the job from here on in. It's been a real team effort with everyone in Mikel Arteta's squad pulling their weight, but there will always be clamour to crown one player above all others. Why can't that be Martin Zubimendi?

Arsenal v Nottingham Forest - Premier League

Arsenal star Zubimendi responds to Real Madrid transfer talk

Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has responded to speculation that he is the one player Real Madrid need right now amid a difficult season for Los Blancos. The Spanish giants have already sacked manager Xabi Alonso and brought in Alvaro Arbeloa but sit second in La Liga, are out of the Copa del Rey and face a play-off against Benfica to secure a place in the last 16 of the Champions League.

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Gyokeres & Zubimendi shine as Arsenal take control of semi

Arsenal took a big step towards the Carabao Cup final by edging past Chelsea 3-2 in this dramatic, all-London semi-final first leg, but Mikel Arteta's side will be left feeling they probably should have put the tie to bed having twice seen a two-goal lead pegged back at Stamford Bridge. Goals from Ben White, Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi had the Gunners in control throughout this topsy-turvy contest, but a second-half brace from substitute Alejandro Garnacho ensured Chelsea have something still to play for at the Emirates in three weeks' time.

Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League

Rice hails 'unreal' summer signing after Arsenal win

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has hailed Martin Zubimendi, claiming that the midfielder has been "unreal" after the Gunners beat Bournemouth 3-2 to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table. Mikel Arteta's side moved six points clear of Aston Villa with their victory on the south coast.

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RANKED: The 10 best signings of the European season so far

The Christmas period is upon us, which means we are somehow already more or less at the midway point of the 2025-26 football season. As many of Europe's leading leagues pause for the winter break, it's time to take stock and reflect on four scintillating months of action. It's also the opportune moment to assess those players who completed transfers across the continent in the summer, now that they have a decent sample size of games under their belts.

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RANKED: The 10 best EPL signings of the season so far

As we reach Christmas and approach the midway point in the Premier League season, the time has come to reflect on the first half of a campaign that has delivered drama and unexpected twists in abundance. It's also the opportune moment to assess those players who completed a transfer to, or within, the English top-flight back in the summer, with a decent sample size of games now under their belts.

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Song insists he would START for Arsenal ahead of Rice

Alex Song has never been short of self-belief, but the former Arsenal midfielder has ignited fresh debate after boldly declaring that he would start for Mikel Arteta’s current side ahead of stars Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi. Now 38 and long retired, the ex-Cameroon international insisted that the prime version of himself would walk into almost any top European team.

Arsenal v Leeds United - Premier League

Zubimendi blown away by Arsenal team-mate who 'surprised' him

Arsenal midfield star Martin Zubimendi is blown away by a Gunners team-mate who has 'surprised' him the most. Zubimendi joined Arsenal this summer, 12 months after he rejected a move to the reigning Premier League champions Liverpool. The Spain international has had an immediate impact on Mikel Arteta's side, who are leading the title race this year and have been in exceptional form thus far.

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The secret to Arsenal's success? Zubimendi likened to Rodri

Former Spain star Gaizka Mendieta believes that Martin Zubimendi is becoming just as important to Arsenal as Rodri has been for years at Manchester City. The Gunners completed a £52 million move for the Real Sociedad midfielder over the summer, despite stiff competition from Real Madrid. Now, only being at the club for a few months, he is already being hailed as a vital component to their success.

Frequently asked questions

Messi ist im Sturm zuhause – meistens als hängende Spitze oder auf der rechten Seite. Seine Rolle verändert sich je nach System, doch überall gilt: Er ist das kreative Zentrum im Angriff.

Er wurde am 24. Juni 1987 in Rosario, Argentinien geboren – dort, wo auch seine ersten Schritte im Fußball begannen.

Die Nummer 10 begleitet ihn durch fast seine gesamte Karriere. Ob bei Barcelona, PSG, der argentinischen Nationalmannschaft oder in Miami – sie ist längst ein Markenzeichen geworden.

Messi wird mit 1,70 m Größe angegeben – und macht mit seinem tiefen Körperschwerpunkt das, was viele Größere nicht können. Nämlich blitzschnell die Richtung wechseln, durch enge Räume tanzen, Tore vorbereiten und selbst abschließen.

Sein Gewicht liegt bei etwa 72 Kilogramm – eine stabile, sportliche Basis für seine Beweglichkeit und Ausdauer.

Messi trägt in der Regel Größe EU 42. Exakt bestätigt ist das selten, aber diese Größenangabe gilt als am wahrscheinlichsten.

Messi ist Linksfuß – einer der besten aller Zeiten. Aber auch mit rechts trifft er, wenn's sein muss. Er nutzt beide Füße – sein linker bleibt trotzdem die Magiequelle.

Messi startete bei Newell's Old Boys in Rosario. 2000 wechselte er als 13-Jähriger zur Jugend des FC Barcelona – der Rest ist Fußballgeschichte.

Er lebt offiziell in Barcelona, auch wenn er derzeit für Inter Miami spielt. In der Vergangenheit hatte er Wohnsitze in Paris, Miami und an der spanischen Küste – Familie und Fußball bestimmen oft, wo er gerade zuhause ist.

Messis Sammlung ist legendär: Ein seltener Ferrari 335 S Spider Scaglietti, ein Pagani Zonda Tricolore, Maserati, Range Rover, Cadillac Escalade – Messi liebt Stil, aber fährt im Alltag oft eher unauffällig.

Nein. Deutsch gehört nicht zu seinen Sprachen. Er spricht Spanisch, versteht auch Katalanisch – und mit Englisch hat er sich in Interviews meist zurückgehalten.

Messi ist Vater von drei Söhnen: Thiago, Mateo und Ciro – ein fester Teil seines Lebens, regelmäßig zu sehen bei Spielen, Events oder auf Social Media.

Messi ist verheiratet mit Antonela Roccuzzo. Die beiden kennen sich seit Kindheitstagen.

Sein geschätztes Vermögen liegt laut Forbes bei rund 930 Millionen Euro. Damit zählt Messi zu den bestverdienenden Sportlern weltweit.

Aktuell steht er bei 45 Mannschaftstiteln – das ist Rekord. Er krönte sich zum Meister, Pokalsieger, doch vor allem triumphierte er in der Champions League, Copa America sowie als Weltmeister 2022.

Messi hat den Ballon d'Or achtmal gewonnen – mehr als jeder andere Spieler in der Geschichte.

Auch hier steht er ganz oben – mit acht Auszeichnungen als FIFA-Weltfußballer.

Sein bekanntester Spitzname ist "La Pulga", spanisch für "Der Floh". Zusätzlich zu dieser Anspielung auf seine Größe und seine wendigen Bewegungen hört man auch oft "The GOAT" – das steht für "Greatest of All Time".