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  • Gabriel strikes as Arsenal win North London derby

    Gabriel strikes as Arsenal win North London derby

    Arsenal came out on top in a fiery north London derby as Gabriel’s second-half header gave them a crucial victory at Tottenham.

    The Gunners were without captain Martin Odegaard and key midfielder Declan Rice through injury and suspension respectively and survived a stern examination from Ange Postecoglou’s side to spark ecstatic scenes at the final whistle.

    Arsenal keeper David Raya excelled in the early stages to keep Spurs at bay with fine saves from Dejan Kulusevski while Spurs opposite number Guglielmo Vicario had to be at his best to keep out Kai Havertz’s header.

    Tempers boiled over late in the first half as players from both sides clashed following Jurien Timber’s challenge on Pedro Porro, setting the stage for a tense second period.

    And it was Gabriel who made the vital contribution after 64 minutes, escaping the attentions of Cristian Romero to rise and power Bukako Saka’s corner high past Vicario.

    Arsenal always relish any derby victory at Spurs but this one will taste especially sweet as it was achieved without two such significant figures in Odegaard and Rice while providing the perfect platform for next weekend’s visit to champions Manchester City.

    BBC

  • EPL: Arteta upbeat on Odegaard injury scan

    EPL: Arteta upbeat on Odegaard injury scan

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was not too pessimistic regarding star midfielder Martin Odegaard.

    The Gunners were rocked when Odegaard suffered an ankle injury on international duty.

    While he may be out for a few weeks, Arteta admits that Odegaard is pushing to return soon.

    He told reporters: “We need some more tests. Let’s see what happens in the next day or so. This afternoon probably. Let’s see the extent of the injury and how quickly we can get him back. Martin wants to be here every day but we have to wait and see.

    “I leave that to the doctor. He’s willing and he wants to be present in every game. We need to make sure we know first how good he is or not.

    “Players with 48 hours are always available. Let’s see what happens.”

  • Italy release Calafiori back to Arsenal

    Italy release Calafiori back to Arsenal

    Italy have released Riccardo Calafiori back to Premier League side Arsenal.

    The defender suffered an ankle injury in a collision with Ousmane Dembele during Italy’s win in France on Friday.

    There was hope the setback was minor, but Italy have now decided to allow Calafiori to return to London.

    All indications are that Calafiori is a serious doubt for the weekend’s North London derby against Tottenham.

    Calafiori joined Arsenal last month from Bologna.

  • EPL: Calaifiori hands Arsenal new injury scare

    EPL: Calaifiori hands Arsenal new injury scare

    Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori has suffered an injury concern with Italy.

    Calafiori was forced off in their Nations League victory over France on Friday night with an ankle injury.

    The defender suffered the setback after a clash with PSG winger Ousmane Dembele.

    Italy coach Luciano Spalletti sought to ease fears at the final whistle.

    “We need to assess Riccardo but with our staff, we’ve a good chance to have him back with us for the next game,’” Spalletti told reporters.

  • Deadline transfer: Al Ittihad table late bid for Arsenal attacker

    Deadline transfer: Al Ittihad table late bid for Arsenal attacker

    Arsenal rejected a late market bid from Al Ittihad for Leandro Trossard.

    The Athletic says Al Ittihad tabled a cash offer for the Belgium international, with the Saudi transfer window to shut later today.

    But the Gunners held firm, insisting Trossard is not for sale.

    David Ornstein is reporting: “Arsenal turned down Al Ittihad verbal offer for Leandro Trossard yesterday: loan (€5m), buy obligation (€20-25m).

    “Informal bid + #AFC made clear not for sale. Long-term deal, key part of squad & no chance to replace.”

  • “Why Arsenal signed Raheem Sterling”

    “Why Arsenal signed Raheem Sterling”

    Raheem Sterling sealed transfer deadline day move to Arsenal from Chelsea on Friday.

    Arsenal’s Sporting Director, Edu on why he signed Sterling, said: “It makes a lot of sense to have someone like Raheem.

    “He has experience, he understands more than anyone the league and he has played in the Champions League many times, so we really needed that”.

    Sterling joined the Gunners on a season-long loan from Chelsea, with transfer now subject to the completion of regulatory processes.

    “I am super excited to be signing for Arsenal. I can’t wait to see you all [Gunners] at the Emirates. It’s an amazing stadium. I can’t wait to see you guys to show you exactly what I can do,” Sterling said.

    Beginning with making David Raya a permanent transfer back in early July, Arsenal signed young goalkeeper Tommy Setford and defender Riccardo Calafiori, before bringing in Spain midfielder Mikel Merino earlier this week.

    Neto also arrived at Arsenal from Bournemouth on loan as Raheem Sterling.

    In the same window, Emile Smith Rowe, Aaron Ramsdale and Eddie Nketiah all left the club permanently, while several others departed on loan.

  • TRANSFER DEADLINE: Arsenal sign Brazilian goalkeeper

    TRANSFER DEADLINE: Arsenal sign Brazilian goalkeeper

    English premier league side, Arsenal have completed the deal to sign Brazilian goalkeeper, Neto.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports the 2024 summer transfer window closes today August 30th across Europe.

    Arsenal signed Neto from Bournemouth on a loan deal on the deadline transfer day, with coach Mikel Arteta refusing to comment on signing Raheem Sterling.

    “In the last 24 hours of the transfer window, never rule out anything,” the Arsenal’s manager had said.

    Arsenal had earlier disclosed new signing Mikel Merino sustained a shoulder injury at the Sobha Realty Training Centre.

    “It’s unfortunate. He has a shoulder injury and it looks like he will be out for a few weeks. He landed on the floor and Gabi landed on top of him, it’s a fracture probably,” Arteta said.

    Aaron Ramsdale has moved to Southampton from Arsenal; deal is confirmed.

    Elsewhere, Chelsea have submitted an official bid to Manchester United for Jadon Sancho. Initial loan proposal sent to Man United. Coach Erik Ten Hag has confirmed McTominay’s move to Napoli.

    Meanwhile, Spanish giants, FC Barcelona are closing in on a deal for 2006 born left back David Oduro from Accra Lions, joining the Academy, as per Fabrizio Romano.

  • BREAKING: Arsenal’s new signing suffers injury blow

    BREAKING: Arsenal’s new signing suffers injury blow

    Arsenal’s new signing, Mikel Merino has suffered an injury blow, the English premier league side coach, Mikel Arteta revealed on Friday.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) gathers Merino sustained the injury during a training session when his teammate Gabriel Magalhaes landed on top of him.

    According to coach Arteta, it is a shoulder injury, which will see the new Arsenal signing benched for weeks.

    “He has a shoulder injury and it looks like he will be out for a few weeks.

    “He landed on the floor and Gabi landed on top of him, it’s a fracture probably, he’s been really unfortunate,” the Arsenal manager was quoted to have said.

    Recall Arsenal signed Merino this week and had barely played a game for the Gunners before sustaining the injury at the Sobha Realty Training Centre.

    Arsenal signed Merino from Spanish side, Real Sociedad for £31.6 million. They play Brighton next on Saturday. Meanwhile, Gabriel Jesus is also ruled out against Brighton tomorrow.

  • Mikel Arteta calls for more signings at Arsenal

    Mikel Arteta calls for more signings at Arsenal

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admits he wants to see more signings arrive in the final week of the summer market.

    Mikel Merino is due to arrive from Real Sociedad.

    And after victory at Aston Villa, Arteta said: “We are a little bit short.

    “Iif we can do something we will do it.

    “We need good availability from everybody, we don’t have 23 outfield players and normally you have to be equipped like that.”

  • EPL: Arsenal beat Aston Villa 2-0 at Villa park

    EPL: Arsenal beat Aston Villa 2-0 at Villa park

    Arsenal overcame a stern test from their long-time nemesis Aston Villa to secure a significant victory in a thrilling match at Villa Park.

    In a game defined by the performances of the two goalkeepers, Arsenal’s David Raya made an incredible second-half save to deny Ollie Watkins with the score still level, while Aston Villa’s Emi Martinez committed a costly error, allowing Thomas Partey’s shot to slip through his hands and give the Gunners a crucial two-goal lead.

     

    Arsenal held on despite Watkins missing a golden opportunity to put Villa ahead in the first half.

    The turning point came after the break when Raya made a remarkable one-handed save from Watkins, after Amadou Onana’s shot had rebounded off the bar.

     

    Mikel Arteta’s team capitalized on their momentum, taking the lead in the 67th minute when substitute Leandro Trossard, on the pitch for just moments, coolly finished past Martinez.

    Partey then doubled Arsenal’s advantage 10 minutes later, sealing a victory that was particularly satisfying after Villa’s league double dented their title hopes last season.