Monday’s Odds and Ends – Updated

It’s a new week, and hopefully a better one for Gooner Nation. Games at Southampton and Sheffield United are in the wings. So, let’s get started with a few headlines from England that should spark some conversation and debate this week. David Ornstein of The Athletic is reporting “Arsenal preparations…

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The day after hangover

We’ve all been there. Too many cocktails the night before, then the hangover the day after. That pretty much describes the way I feel this morning. The one exception, there was no alcohol involved, just a miserable ending to the match at Brighton and Hove. When Pepe hit his screamer…

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Brighton and Hove 2 – Arsenal 1…the score says it all

Right now, I’m in shock! Did this really just happen? I really thought we could muster 3 points today and jump ahead of Tottenham in the table. Sorry Gooners, the word tank is dry right now, so I’ll be back later with some thoughts. No cheers today. Gunner1953

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Will Holding and Pepe get their opportunities on Saturday?

After the humiliating butt-kicking the Gunners received in Manchester on Wednesday, Mikel Arteta will go back to the drawing board to piece together an injury-impacted back line, a non-productive midfield, and a front line that had little opportunity to contribute. Part of his restructuring plan should include Nicolas Pepe and…

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Who should be in Arsenal’s starting XI on Saturday v Brighton?

Let’s look ahead to Brighton and Hove Albion. They defeated Arsenal 2-1 earlier this season. Here is my projected starting XI… (4-3-2-1) Leno Tierney, Mustafi, Holding or Kolasinac, Bellerin Saka, Ozil, Ceballos or Guendouzi Aubameyang, Pepe Lacazette There are not a lot of defensive back line choices. Sokratis, Mari and…

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Arteta needs to heal the wounds and kick some butts

Now that I’ve had some time to digest yesterday’s calamity at Manchester City, I realize that I am most upset with myself. Why, you ask. Well, for starters, I predicted the Gunners would defeat City 3-2. I thought our club would come back with spirit, determination and drive. I thought…

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Supporters Club of the Week – Syracuse Gooners

After a 3+ month hiatus we are bringing back the Arsenal Supporters Club of the Week. This week the Syracuse Gooners receive this recognition. Every match day this loyal band of Arsenal faithful come together at J. Ryan’s Pub, 253 East Water Street in Syracuse, to support the Gunners! So,…

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“A mountain to climb.” – Mikel Arteta

We waited 102 days for this? Maybe my expectations were set too high for a promising return to the season and the Premier League. I don’t know about you, but what I saw was not what I was expecting! Here are a couple eye-popping stats from the match that help…

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Football is back in just one more day!

Okay Gooners, tomorrow is finally Match Day! Wherever your are in the world tomorrow at kick-off, you will need to support the Gunners with everything you have as they head to Manchester City for a very tough match. It will be so amazing to see the squad back on the…

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