Tag: Arsenal

In the Champions League semifinal clash between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Dortmund, former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger singled out Portuguese midfielder Vitinha as the standout performer for PSG. PSG, despite high hopes, faced elimination at Parc des Princes after succumbing to Dortmund's prowess. With a goal deficit from the initial leg, PSG's hopes of a comeback were dashed when Mats Hummels scored a crucial header in the 50th minute, adding to Julian Brandt's earlier corner goal. Despite PSG's efforts and hitting the woodwork four times, Dortmund held on, frustrating the hosts and preventing any chance of reversing the deficit. Wenger criticized PSG's overreliance on individual brilliance from stars like Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, emphasizing the need for a more colle...

Former Arsenal great, David Seaman, has shared his belief that Manchester City will emerge victorious in the race for the Premier League title this season, backing them to surpass his old club. Speaking on his podcast, Seaman Says, the legendary goalkeeper highlighted City's impressive consistency and their reluctance to drop points as key factors in their favor. He confidently stated that the battle for the title would be decided by accumulated points rather than goal difference, expressing his trust in Pep Guardiola's squad to clinch victories in their remaining three matches and secure the coveted top position. Seaman confidently stated, “I don't see it coming down to goal difference, honestly. I can't envision Manchester City not winning every match, that's my only concern. He ...

Gianluca Di Marzio, a well-known football transfer expert, has disclosed that Napoli's Victor Osimhen could potentially make a move to Premier League heavyweights Arsenal or Chelsea in the upcoming summer transfer window, despite significant interest from PSG. The Nigerian striker recently committed to Napoli until 2026, with a hefty release clause set at 130 million euros. PSG has set its sights on Osimhen as a potential replacement for Kylian Mbappé, who appears poised to leave the club. Osimhen brings invaluable experience from his time at Lille in Ligue 1, where he featured in 27 matches and scored 13 goals during the 2019-2020 season. Di Marzio, however, hints that Osimhen's inclination leans towards Chelsea or Arsenal, rather than a return to Ligue 1. Despite PSG being at the fo...

Paris Saint-Germain’s all-time greatest player, according to former Arsenal captain Thierry Henry, is Kylian Mbappe. Despite PSG's elimination by Borussia Dortmund in the semi-final, where Mbappe was not at his usual influential level, the Ligue 1 champions lost 2-0 on aggregate without scoring any goals. It appears that Mbappe's last match in this competition for his hometown club has occurred, as he is expected to move to Real Madrid this summer. On CBS Sports, Henry praised Mbappe, stating, “Kylian Mbappe, it’s common knowledge that he is departing. His contributions to PSG have been outstanding." Henry continued, "You [Mbappe] can exit this club with your head held high. Not everyone can achieve success in all their endeavors, particularly in the Champions League. However, he has co...

During Monday's crushing 4-0 defeat of Manchester United by Crystal Palace, former Arsenal player Ian Wright slammed pundit Jamie Carragher for what he deemed as disrespectful comments directed at Red Devils midfielder Casemiro. Under the management of Erik ten Hag, Manchester United faced a significant setback on Monday evening as Crystal Palace secured a notable victory with goals from Michael Olise, Jean-Philippe Mateta, and Tyrick Mitchell. This triumph marked Crystal Palace's first league double over Manchester United, intensifying scrutiny on Ten Hag's leadership. Carragher, analyzing United's performance on Monday Night Football, criticized it as "embarrassing" and specifically targeted Casemiro, suggesting that the Brazilian player's career at the elite level might be on the de...

In a recent statement, Micah Richards, a former Manchester City defender, confidently declared that the team will secure the title by surpassing Arsenal. Richards, during an episode of the Stick to Football podcast, expressed his belief that both teams are capable of winning all their forthcoming matches. Arsenal currently leads with 83 points, just one ahead of City, who have a pending fixture against Tottenham. On the upcoming matches, Arsenal will face Manchester United away this Sunday, followed by a home game against Everton on the last matchday of the season. Pep Guardiola’s squad will play away against Fulham and Tottenham before hosting West Ham at the Etihad Stadium on the final day. Richards shared his insights, stating, “If Spurs had faced Man City three weeks back, City's ...

Looking ahead to the summer transfer window, former Arsenal star Paul Merson has recommended two new signings for Chelsea. Despite showing signs of improvement, Chelsea remains distant from top teams like Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool in the Premier League standings. Currently sitting in seventh place, the Blues are trailing leaders Arsenal by a significant 29-point margin, highlighting the challenge they face in securing a Champions League spot. While there have been positive performances in cup competitions under Mauricio Pochettino, there is still work to be done to close the gap with the league's frontrunners. Merson stresses that Chelsea must bolster their squad in key areas to compete effectively with the likes of Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool. He believes tha...

In a recent revelation, Lyon midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles expressed his desire for Arsenal to clinch the Premier League trophy this season. Having made his debut for the Gunners back in 2014 after progressing through the Hale End Academy, Maitland-Niles' journey led him on loan spells to West Brom, Roma, and Southampton before eventually securing a permanent move to Lyon as a free agent in 2023. Despite his departure from Arsenal, Maitland-Niles still holds a deep affection for his childhood club. Speaking to The Athletic, he remarked, “It’s my boyhood club, I still root for them and keep a close eye on their progress. I really hope they manage to secure the league title this year. Seeing them achieve that would bring me immense joy. I harbor no feelings of envy whatsoever.” ...