Arsenal has once again showed it is more than a football team, but that the Gunners are also an important member of the Islington neighborhood, and the city of London. A statement from the club released today said, “Arsenal Football Club has never shied away from responding to the needs…

Hey Gooners! I would love to hear what you re doing to pass the time without football during the coronavirus pandemic. Also, do you think it is possible for the Premier League and the FA to finish the Premier League and the FA Cup prior to the start of next…

European football was hit with two big announcements on Monday, one by UEFA, and the other by the Spanish Football Federation and La Liga. First the UEFA announcement… “As a result of the COVID-19 crisis in Europe, UEFA has today formally taken the decision to postpone the following matches, originally…

How is everyone doing? I hope you and your families are still healthy and have been able to ward off the dreaded coronavirus! All is well at the Yankee Gooner household. We are staying home for the most part, but still sneaking in an occasional round of golf, or a…

During a video conference meeting today among officials of English football, it was decided football matches will be suspended until at least April 30th. This news is confirmed by the Premier League, EFL and FA. The date for the 2019-2020 season to be complete has been extended indefinitely. The Premier…

UEFA has decided to postpone the upcoming Euro 2020 tournament and reschedule it for the summer of 2021. The Champions League and Europa League competitions swell as international friendlies are put on hold indefinitely. Here is today’s UEFA statement… “Priority given to completing domestic competitions in an unprecedented solidarity move…

I’m not necessarily a doom and gloom kind of guy, however, this whole coronavirus thing has me very concerned on a lot of levels. First and foremost, my concern is the health of family, friends, community, and the world at large. One can only hope and pray medical science and…

This will be a big week for the Premier League as the team owner meet on Thursday to discuss their options to save the 2019-2020 season. There is so much at stake, with so many people and so many dollars involved. Here are the options the owners will be debating……

Here are some of the latest news items and quotes regarding the coronavirus impact on football… Mikel Arteta, “Thanks for your words and support. Feeling better already. We’re all facing a huge and unprecedented challenge. Everyone’s health is all that matters right now. Protect easch other by following the guidelines…