Arsenal: November 2009 Archives

Wenger back in for strike ace

Arsenal are expected to step up their interest in Bordeaux striker Marouane Chamakh after losing Robin van Persie to injury.

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Wenger still has eyes on title

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal are still in the title race despite suffering a 3-0 home defeat to leaders Chelsea.

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Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea

Didier Drogba scored twice to help Chelsea record a 3-0 victory over Arsenal to move eight points clear at the top of the table.

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FT:Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea:Chelsea produce a ruthless second half display, inspired by Didier Drogba, to record a deserved 3-0 victory.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea: (86mins) Drogba smashes a free-kick from 25 yards into the net.

HT:Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea:Chelsea go into the break in command despite Arsenal shading possession.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea: (45mins) The ball goes into his own from a sliding Vermaelen.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-1 Chelsea: (42mins) Drogba finishes well from Ashley Cole's cross to score.

LINE UP: Cech, Ivanovic, Carvalho, Terry, Ashley Cole, Mikel, Essien, Lampard, Joe Cole, Anelka, Drogba

LINE UP: Almunia, Sagna, Gallas, Vermaelen, Traore, Fabregas, Song Billong, Denilson, Nasri, Eduardo, Arshavin

Fab rejects Spain duo

Cesc Fabregas says he had a chance to leave Arsenal but turned it down because he is happy at the Emirates Stadium.

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Striker shocker for Gunners

Arsenal have been hit with a massive blow on the injury front as Robin van Persie looks set to be out for the remainder of the season.

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Defender doubtful for Chelsea game

Defender William Gallas is battling to recover from an eye injury in time to face his former side Chelsea at the Emirates on Sunday.

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Arsenal lose duel for Welsh star

Arsenal have reportedly lost out to Manchester United in the battle to sign £5m-rated Cardiff City teenager Adam Matthews.

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Battle on for Dutch ace

Arsenal are reported to be in the hunt to sign Real Madrid striker Ruud van Nistelrooy but could lose out to Liverpool.

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Defender rejects move rumours

Tottenham target Danny Wilson has dismissed talk he is looking for a move away from Rangers.

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Star commits future

Arsenal midfielder Alex Song has become the latest player to commit his future by penning a new long-term deal.

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Gunners target Euro run

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is targeting success in the Champions League this season once he gets his star players back fit.

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Gibbs blow for Gunners

Arsenal defender Kieran Gibbs is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after breaking a metatarsal against Standard Liege.

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FT:Arsenal 2-0 S Liege: A dominant Arsenal performance, with Standard Liege improving in the second half but creating very little

HT:Arsenal 2-0 S Liege: A half dominated largely by Arsenal, who created numerous chances

GOAL:Arsenal 2-0 S Liege: Neves Denilson scored on 45mins with a stunning long range strike

GOAL:Arsenal 1-0 S Liege: Samir Nasri scored on 35mins to hand dominant Arsenal the lead

LINE UP: Almunia, Eboue, Gallas, Vermaelen, Gibbs, Fabregas, Song Billong, Denilson, Nasri, Arshavin, Vela

Defender return boosts Wenger

Kieran Gibbs is set to return as Arsenal look to bounce back from defeat against Standard Liege in the Champions League tonight.

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Fab drops future hint

Cesc Fabregas has revealed he may be prepared to see out his career at Arsenal following more reports linking him with Barcelona.

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Wenger reveals attacking concerns

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has blamed his side's lack of cutting edge for the defeat at Sunderland.

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Wenger linked with Italian swoop

Arsenal are showing an interest in the highly-rated Sampdoria striker Giampaolo Pazzini, according to reports in Italy.

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Wenger vows to keep star trio

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is hoping to tie William Gallas, Tomas Rosicky and Carlos Vela down to new deals at the Emirates Stadium.

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Sunderland 1-0 Arsenal

Arsenal's 13-game unbeaten run came to an end at Sunderland after a 70th-minute Darren Bent winner.

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FT:Sund 1-0 Asnl:Arsenal's unbeaten record comes to an end at the hands of a resilient Sunderland side.

GOAL:Sund 1-0 Asnl:(70mins)Darren Bent pokes the ball home from six-yards after a Reid corner.

HT:Sund 0-0 Asnl:It is still anybody's game at the Stadium of Light after a sluggish first-half.

LINE UP: Fulop, Bardsley, Da Silva, Mensah, McCartney, Malbranque, Cana, Richardson, Henderson, Reid, Bent

LINE UP: Almunia, Sagna, Vermaelen, Gallas, Traore, Song Billong, Ramsey, Fabregas, Rosicky, Eduardo, Nasri

Wenger weighs up defensive options

Mikael Silvestre is expected to deputise at left-back as Arsenal bid to extend their unbeaten run to eight matches at Sunderland.

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Wenger calls for FIFA rule changes

Arsene Wenger has called for changes in the regulations after France's World Cup play-off win over the Republic of Ireland this week.

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Defender ready to step in

Mikael Silvestre says he is fit and raring to go as he prepares to return to the Arsenal side against Sunderland.

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Gibbs boost for Gunners

Arsenal have been boosted by the news Kieran Gibbs has not broken his foot and will only be out for a short time.

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Strike ace pledges future

Arsenal striker Eduardo has committed his future to the Gunners after penning a new long-term deal at the Emirates.

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Wenger waits on Gibbs verdict

Arsenal are sweating over the fitness of Kieran Gibbs after he suffered a suspected broken foot playing for the England U-21s.

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Gunners ace to snub top duo

Bacary Sagna would snub moves to Real Madrid and Juventus to stay with Arsenal, according to the player's agent.

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Fab happy to stay a Gunner

Cesc Fabregas has again played down rumours linking him with Real Madrid and Barcelona and has pledged his future to Arsenal.

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Ade hits out at Wenger

Emmanuel Adebayor has again taken a swipe at Arsenal by insisting Arsene Wenger forced him out of the club.

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Striker set for radical treatment

Robin van Persie is targeting a speedy return to action and is set to undergo some radical treatment to get back as soon as possible.

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Gunners ace eyes World Cup

Arsenal full-back Kieran Gibbs could be a surprise inclusion in England's World Cup squad, according to Ray Parlour.

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Striker reveals injury verdict

Arsenal could be without Robin van Persie for six weeks after it was confirmed the striker tore ankle ligaments playing for Holland.

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van Persie facing long lay-off?

Arsenal striker Robin van Persie is facing a lengthy spell out of action after suffering an ankle injury playing for Holland.

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Old lady ready Arsenal raid

Reports emerging from Europe suggest that Arsenal full-back Bakary Sagna is a target for Italian giants Juventus.

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Gunners to step up striker search

Arsenal's Robin van Persie has admitted he is not an 'out-and-out' striker, which may force boss Arsene Wenger to hunt for a hitman

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Gunners boss sticking with youth

Arsene Wenger says he will continue with his youth policy in the Carling Cup against a full-strength Manchester City side.

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Arsenal chasing Barcelona midfielder

Barcelona midfielder Yaya Toure has admitted the chance to join Arsenal would be tempting after becoming frustrated at the Nou Camp.

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Gunners striker sets sights on world domination

Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner has set his sights on becoming the world's best striker within the next five years.

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Barca star tempts Fabregas

Barcelona midfielder Xavi says he would like to play alongside Cesc Fabregas at the Nou Camp and hopes he will return to Spain soon.

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Terry wary of Gunners threat

Chelsea skipper John Terry believes Arsenal along with Manchester United are their biggest threat in the title race.

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Gunners confirm striker surgery

Arsenal have confirmed Nicklas Bendtner has undergone a minor groin operation and is facing four weeks on the sidelines.

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Gunners ace linked with seaside

Blackpool are being linked with a loan move for the highly-rated Arsenal striker Gilles Sunu.

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Cesc calls for more goals

Cesc Fabregas says Arsenal need to have consistency in front of goal if they are to win the Premiership this season.

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Wenger quit fears

A leading newspaper is claiming Arsene Wenger will quit Arsenal if Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov gains control of the club.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-4 Arsenal

Arsenal jumped into second spot in the Premier League after a comfortable win over Wolves who stay inside the relegation zone.

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FT:Wolves 1-4 Arsenal:Arsenal go into second spot after a fine performance against a battling Wolves side who had their chances.

GOAL:Wolves 1-4 Arsenal: (89mins)Craddock scores with a free header from a Wolves corner.

GOAL:Wolves 0-4 Arsenal: (66mins)Arshavin drives the ball home after Wolves failed to clear.

HT:Wolves 0-3 Arsenal:Arsenal rip Wolves apart after some early pressure to lead at the break.

GOAL:Wolves 0-3 Arsenal: (45mins)Fabregas beats Hennessey one-on-one in stoppage time.

HT:Wolves 0-2 Arsenal:Arsenal are ahead through two fortunate goals after early Wolves pressure.

GOAL:Wolves 0-2 Arsenal: (35mins)Eduardo's shot is deflected in after a quick counter attack.

GOAL:Wolves 0-1 Arsenal: (28mins)Zubar scores an own goal after Hennessey's error.

LINE UP: Hennessey, Zubar, Craddock, Berra, Stearman, Edwards, Henry, Castillo, Milijas, Doyle, Ebanks-Blake

LINE UP: Almunia, Sagna, Gallas, Vermaelen, Gibbs, Ramsey, Diaby, Arshavin, Fabregas, Eduardo, van Persie

Merida deal agreed

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has accused clubs of trying to unsettle Fran Merida as the player closes on signing a new deal.

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Gunners without injured duo

Arsenal have no fresh injury worries but will again be without Gael Clichy and Nicklas Bendtner against Wolves.

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Star set to pen deal

Fran Merida is ready to commit his future to Arsenal by signing a new two-year deal with the Gunners.

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Stan closes on takeover

Stan Kroenke has bought another 200 shares in Arsenal to increase his stake in the Gunners to 29.9 percent.

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FT:Arsenal 4-1 Alkmaar:Arsenal cruise to victory with a comfortable win over AZ Alkmaar and are on course to win the group.

GOAL:Arsenal 4-1 Alkmaar: (81mins)Lens gets a goal back for AZ, toe-poking it past Almunia.

GOAL:Arsenal 4-0 Alkmaar: (72mins)Diaby makes it four after a quick Arsenal counter attack.

GOAL:Arsenal 3-0 Alkmaar: (52mins)Fabergas lifts the ball over Romero after Arshavin's pass.

HT:Arsenal 2-0 Alkmaar:Arsenal are on course to qualify at the break after dominating Alkmaar.

GOAL:Arsenal 2-0 Alkmaar: (43mins)Nasri skips past a defender before slotting the ball home.

GOAL:Arsenal 1-0 Alkmaar: (25mins)Fabregas' weak shot beats Romero at his near post.

LINE UP: Almunia, Eboue, Gallas, Vermaelen, Gibbs, Nasri, Fabregas, Song, Diaby, Arshavin, Van Persie

Gunners face midfielder battle

Arsenal face a battle to keep hold of Fran Merida as the player has set his heart on joining Atletico Madrid.

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Wenger has faith in Gibbs

Arsenal will start with Kieran Gibbs against AZ Alkmaar tonight, while Tomas Rosicky is also expected to figure.

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Star duo face month out

Arsenal defender Gael Clichy has suffered a stress fracture in his lower back and is expected to be ruled out for the next month.

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Stan increase stake

Stan Kroenke is closing in on a takeover of Arsenal after he forked out £3.6m to purchase another 427 shares in the club.

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Striker hopes for City chance

Robin van Persie has urged Arsene Wenger to pick him after Arsenal were drawn to face Manchester City in the Carling Cup.

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Bendtner blow for Gunners

Arsenal are set to be without striker Nicklas Bendtner for the next four weeks, after he suffered a groin problem.

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The Gunners are one of the Premiership’s most successful clubs though they have struggled to compete with the recent spending power of Chelsea and Manchester United.

However, under shrewd manager Arsene Wenger, who has been at the helm since 1996, the Gunners have maintained their ‘Big Three’ status.

The Frenchman is the club’s longest-serving manager in terms of matches, as well as being the club’s most successful coach.

In 2007/08 Arsenal finished third in the Premiership but the Gunners have championed the Premiership a total of three times.

The club’s home ground is The Emirates Stadium in north London, having moved from their Highbury home in 2006, which has a capacity of over 60,000.

Prominent players in the squad for 2008/09 season include: Emmanuel Adebayor, Manuel Almunia, Cesc Fàbregas and William Gallas while players like Thiery Henry, Patrick Viera, David Seaman and Ian Wright are among a long list of heroes from the past.

Wenger back in for strike ace

Arsenal are expected to step up their interest in Bordeaux striker Marouane Chamakh after losing Robin van Persie to injury.

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Wenger still has eyes on title

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal are still in the title race despite suffering a 3-0 home defeat to leaders Chelsea.

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Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea

Didier Drogba scored twice to help Chelsea record a 3-0 victory over Arsenal to move eight points clear at the top of the table.

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FT:Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea:Chelsea produce a ruthless second half display, inspired by Didier Drogba, to record a deserved 3-0 victory.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea: (86mins) Drogba smashes a free-kick from 25 yards into the net.

HT:Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea:Chelsea go into the break in command despite Arsenal shading possession.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea: (45mins) The ball goes into his own from a sliding Vermaelen.

GOAL:Arsenal 0-1 Chelsea: (42mins) Drogba finishes well from Ashley Cole's cross to score.

LINE UP: Cech, Ivanovic, Carvalho, Terry, Ashley Cole, Mikel, Essien, Lampard, Joe Cole, Anelka, Drogba

LINE UP: Almunia, Sagna, Gallas, Vermaelen, Traore, Fabregas, Song Billong, Denilson, Nasri, Eduardo, Arshavin

Fab rejects Spain duo

Cesc Fabregas says he had a chance to leave Arsenal but turned it down because he is happy at the Emirates Stadium.

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Striker shocker for Gunners

Arsenal have been hit with a massive blow on the injury front as Robin van Persie looks set to be out for the remainder of the season.

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Defender doubtful for Chelsea game

Defender William Gallas is battling to recover from an eye injury in time to face his former side Chelsea at the Emirates on Sunday.

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Arsenal lose duel for Welsh star

Arsenal have reportedly lost out to Manchester United in the battle to sign £5m-rated Cardiff City teenager Adam Matthews.

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Battle on for Dutch ace

Arsenal are reported to be in the hunt to sign Real Madrid striker Ruud van Nistelrooy but could lose out to Liverpool.

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Defender rejects move rumours

Tottenham target Danny Wilson has dismissed talk he is looking for a move away from Rangers.

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Star commits future

Arsenal midfielder Alex Song has become the latest player to commit his future by penning a new long-term deal.

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Gunners target Euro run

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is targeting success in the Champions League this season once he gets his star players back fit.

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Gibbs blow for Gunners

Arsenal defender Kieran Gibbs is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after breaking a metatarsal against Standard Liege.

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FT:Arsenal 2-0 S Liege: A dominant Arsenal performance, with Standard Liege improving in the second half but creating very little

HT:Arsenal 2-0 S Liege: A half dominated largely by Arsenal, who created numerous chances

GOAL:Arsenal 2-0 S Liege: Neves Denilson scored on 45mins with a stunning long range strike

GOAL:Arsenal 1-0 S Liege: Samir Nasri scored on 35mins to hand dominant Arsenal the lead

LINE UP: Almunia, Eboue, Gallas, Vermaelen, Gibbs, Fabregas, Song Billong, Denilson, Nasri, Arshavin, Vela

Defender return boosts Wenger

Kieran Gibbs is set to return as Arsenal look to bounce back from defeat against Standard Liege in the Champions League tonight.

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