Arsenal remains the “one and only” Invincibles!

In what appeared to be an improbable feat this season, Liverpool has finally been beaten in the Premiere League. Thanks to 19th place Watford, the Arsenal Football Club remains the one and only Premier League team to challenge a 38-game schedule and remain unbeaten. Liverpool, arguably the best team in…

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Arsenal’s disappointment and emotion gives me hope

Mike Arteta said following Thursday’s defeat, “It hurts, big time. We had a lot of hope in this competition. We created enough chances to win the game, but if you concede two set pieces again in a tie like this, you put yourself in big trouble. I just want to…

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Where does Arsenal go from here?

This defeat is a very tough pill to swallow. I had this sinking feeling most of the game, especially after the B/R Live match commentator predicted that “Arsenal will make at least two defensive mistakes that could lead to goals before the game is over.” After that comment, I sat…

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Is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang world class?

There has been some discussion about the lack of respect Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang receives from the world football community. The question bering asked…is he a world class striker? In my opinion, YES HE IS! Just the other night on Sky Sports, pundit Gary Neville said that Aubameyang does not get the…

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The official Arsenal starting XI v Olympiacos

Here is the line-up Mikel Arteta has chosen for today’s Europa League match at home v Olympiacos… Leno Bellerin, Mustafi, Luiz, Saka Caballos, Xhaka, Ozil Aubameyang, Lacazette, Pepe The bench… Martinez, Sokratis, Maitland-Niles, Torreira, Willock, Guendouzi, Martinelli Pablo Mari is not in today’s squad. COYG!

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Supporters Club of the Week – Omaha Gooners

Congratulations to our Supporters Club of the Week, the OMAHA GOONERS! This dedicated group of AFC supporters gather every match day at St. Andrews Pub, 6102 Maple Street in Omaha. So, if you are ever in the Omaha area on a match day, stop by and share a pint with…

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Arsenal v Olympiacos – Leg 2 Projections

The Gunners welcome the Greek side Olympiacos to the Emirates for a Thursday clash. The Gunners hope to advance to the Europa League’s Round of 16. Arsenal holds a 1-0 lead after the first leg. Here’s my projected starting XI for Thursday at the Emirates… Leno Saka, Mustafi, Luiz, Bellerin…

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Arsenal has a plethora of forward options, but what’s the best combination?

I have always loved the word plethora, so why not use it here. Mikel Arteta has a plethora of forward options in his bag right now, and making the right choices for a front line could be a painful process for the the boss. However, I’m sure a lot of…

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Jack Wilshere…a story of hope and despair

At one time, Jack Wilshere was considered to be England’s next golden boy, following the likes of David Beckham, Steve Gerrard and Wayne Rooney. Unfortunately, one injury after the next brought the once promising midfielder’s career to a slow trot. Today, he continues rehab for a pelvic area injury that…

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