Arsenal: September 2009 Archives

Theo Walcott is in contention for a first-team return against Blackburn this weekend after recovering from a back problem.

Arsene Wenger was delighted with Arsenal's Champions League victory over Olympiakos as two late goals sealed all three points.

Arsene Wenger believes that Arsenal are well placed for a title challenge this season following Chelsea's shock defeat to Wigan.

Arsenal will be without Nicklas Bendtner and Denilson when they take on Olympiakos in the Champions League tonight.

Arsene Wenger has ruled out a bumper spend spree and says he is happy with the strength in his Arsenal squad.

Denilson has been ruled out for two months with a back injury while Niklas Bendtner will miss Arsenal's game against Olympiakos.

Ghana ace Anthony Annan has welcomed interest from Man Utd and Arsenal after just one season with Rosenborg.

Stand-in keeper Vito Mannone has won the praise of manager Arsene Wenger after his impressive performance in the 1-0 win at Fulham.

A second half goal from Robin van Persie helped Arsenal to a 1-0 over Fulham, but Vito Mannone was inspired at the other end.

Robin van Persie has admitted he does make more of tackles to win penalties but the striker is making it clear he doesn't dive.

Theo Walcott has challenged his Arsenal team-mates to repay the club's fans by ending their long trophy wait.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has confirmed Andrei Arshavin should return against Fulham, while Theo Walcott is not far away.

Man City striker Emmanuel Adebayor sensationally claims he will escape a hostile reception when he returns to Arsenal next April.

Teenage striker Sanchez Watt has revealed Thierry Henry's role in helping him become one of the new rising stars at Arsenal.

Arsenal are lining up a move next summer to sign Belgian international Eden Hazard, according to reports.

Arsene Wenger has praised the character of his young players as they defeated West Brom 2-0 in the Carling Cup.

Arsenal have been told to forget about making a fresh move for Bordeaux striker Marouane Chamakh in January.

Arsene Wenger has chosen to utilise the younger members of his Arsenal squad for tonight's Carling Cup tie with West Brom.

Aaron Ramsey is keen to show boss Arsene Wenger his potential in the Carling Cup and secure a place in the Arsenal first-team.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has confirmed he will name a youthful side when the Gunners take on West Brom in the Carling Cup.

Former Arsenal favourite Patrick Vieira has revealed he turned down the chance to join Tottenham in the summer from Inter Milan.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has praised his players following their 4-0 win over Wigan Athletic on Saturday.

Two goals from Thomas Vermaelen eased Arsenal to a 4-0 win over Wigan at the Emirates.

Arsene Wenger could be without eight first-team players for the clash with Wigan but is boosted by the return of Robin van Persie.

Emmanuel Adebayor says he can have no regrets about stamping on Robin van Persie because he did not mean to hurt the Arsenal striker.

Arsene Wenger was delighted Arsenal stopped the rot with the "important" 3-2 come-from-behind Champions League win at Standard Liege.

Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky admits there is plenty more to come from him after his first start in almost two years.

Arsene Wenger says Emmanuel Adebayor knew exactly what he was doing and intended to leave his foot in on Robin van Persie.

Arsenal will be without goalkeeper Manuel Almunia, striker Robin van Persie and midfielder Denilson against Standard Leige tonight.

Eduardo is looking forward to Arsenal's showdown against Standard Liege and wants to put the whole diving saga behind him.

Man City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been hit with two charges, violent conduct and improper conduct, by the Football Association.

European football's governing body Uefa has overturned Arsenal striker Eduardo's two-match Champions League ban.

Arsenal could be alerted by Salomon Kalou's hint that he may leave Chelsea after refusing to pledge his long-term future to the club.

Man City star Emmanuel Adebayor claims he was provoked into taunting Arsenal fans and does not deserve to be banned.

Arsene Wenger says he will go easy on Tomas Rosicky after he made his first appearance in 18 months against Manchester City.

Arsene Wenger has said he will offer William Gallas a new contract ahead of the Arsenal defender's deal expiring next summer.

The FA have confirmed they will 'take a close look' at two incidents involving Emmanuel Adebayor during Man City's win over Arsenal.

Man City claimed four wins out of four after three goals in 10 second-half minutes condemned Arsenal to a second successive defeat.

Cesc Fabregas is expected to make his comeback for Arsenal at Manchester City tomorrow but the game has come too soon for Theo Walcott.

Arsenal will be without Andrei Arshavin for the clash at Manchester City at the weekend after he picked up a groin injury.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is set to be handed a boost on the injury front as Tomas Rosicky could be available at the weekend.

Nicklas Bendtner has vowed to get among the goals this season and hopes bag at least 20 for Arsenal this season.

Cesc Fabregas says he does not know if he will be an Arsenal player next season and admits it is a crucial year for the club.

Arsenal and Tottenham are ready to battle it out for the signature of David Beckham who will be available on loan in January.

Andrei Arshavin and Theo Walcott are back in training and could return to the Arsenal side that takes on Manchester City.

Arsenal chief Arsene Wenger believes Inter Milan's highly-rated striker Mario Balotelli 'can be one of the best' in the world.

Arsenal have been rocked by the news defender Johan Djourou faces six months on the sidelines following knee surgery.

Arsene Wenger is set to make a loan move for former Arsenal star Freddie Ljungberg when the transfer window re-opens in January.

Cesc Fabregas will leave Arsenal for Barcelona in 2010, according to reports, and Gerard Pique hopes the stories are true.

Abou Diaby, Bacary Sagna, William Gallas and Gael Clichy are all set to feature for France against Romania.

Nicklas Bendtner's father, who also works as his agent, claims the striker was wanted by some of the "biggest clubs in the world".

Arsenal pair Nicklas Bendtner and Denilson have committed their futures to the club by signing new long-term contracts.

Abou Diaby says he is still trying to put his own goal against Manchester United behind him, claiming he is haunted by the error.

Arsenal have revealed they have been left 'deeply frustrated' and 'disappointed' by Uefa's decision to ban Eduardo for two games.

Uefa has imposed a two-match ban on Arsenal striker Eduardo for his dive against Celtic in a Champions League qualifier.

Andrei Arshavin has been ruled out of Russia's game against Liechtenstein as doubts surround the fitness of the Arsenal star.

Theo Walcott is in contention for a first-team return against Blackburn this weekend after recovering from a back problem.

Arsene Wenger was delighted with Arsenal's Champions League victory over Olympiakos as two late goals sealed all three points.

Arsene Wenger believes that Arsenal are well placed for a title challenge this season following Chelsea's shock defeat to Wigan.

Arsenal will be without Nicklas Bendtner and Denilson when they take on Olympiakos in the Champions League tonight.

Arsene Wenger has ruled out a bumper spend spree and says he is happy with the strength in his Arsenal squad.

Denilson has been ruled out for two months with a back injury while Niklas Bendtner will miss Arsenal's game against Olympiakos.

Ghana ace Anthony Annan has welcomed interest from Man Utd and Arsenal after just one season with Rosenborg.

Stand-in keeper Vito Mannone has won the praise of manager Arsene Wenger after his impressive performance in the 1-0 win at Fulham.

A second half goal from Robin van Persie helped Arsenal to a 1-0 over Fulham, but Vito Mannone was inspired at the other end.

Robin van Persie has admitted he does make more of tackles to win penalties but the striker is making it clear he doesn't dive.

Theo Walcott has challenged his Arsenal team-mates to repay the club's fans by ending their long trophy wait.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has confirmed Andrei Arshavin should return against Fulham, while Theo Walcott is not far away.

Man City striker Emmanuel Adebayor sensationally claims he will escape a hostile reception when he returns to Arsenal next April.

Teenage striker Sanchez Watt has revealed Thierry Henry's role in helping him become one of the new rising stars at Arsenal.

Arsenal are lining up a move next summer to sign Belgian international Eden Hazard, according to reports.