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Mikel Arteta on Arsenal's attacking struggles: Must stop chasing perfect goal
Mikel Arteta has said Arsenal must stop trying to score "the perfect goal" after Saturday's narrow 1-0 win over Hull City The Gunners struggled to break down their opponents in a game short on clear chances before captain Martin Ødegaard netted a 72nd-minute winner from close range.
If Arsenal find attacking spark, they could run away with the Premier League
Arsenal’s attack lacked a focal point vs. Hull, but Martin Ćdegaard delivered a winner that should have the champions’ Premier League rivals worried.
If Arsenal find attacking spark, they could run away with the Premier League
LONDON -- The evidence continues to mount that Arsenal are both uninspiring and increasingly unstoppable. Saturday's 1-0 win over Hull City was their fifth victory by that scoreline already in all competitions this season, and we've only just made it past Guy Fawkes Night. Not for the first time at Emirates Stadium, the fireworks were elsewhere.
Jobe Bellingham se une a Jude en Inglaterra; Palmer queda fuera
Tuchel convocó por primera vez a Jobe Bellingham para enfrentar a Croacia y España en la Nations League, mientras dejó fuera a Cole Palmer Jobe Bellingham se unió por primera vez a su hermano Jude en la convocatoria de Inglaterra, pero Cole Palmer quedó fuera de la lista de 25 jugadores que Thomas Tuchel anunció para los partidos de la Nations League de este mes ante Croacia y España.
Don't boo Ben White, Thomas Tuchel urges England fans
Thomas Tuchel has urged England fans not to boo Ben White next week and insisted the Arsenal defender is ready to write a "new chapter" for his country.
England squad for Nations League: Jobe Bellingham selected, Cole Palmer left out
Jobe Bellingham has joined his brother Jude in the England squad for the first time but Cole Palmer misses out as Thomas Tuchel named a 25-man group for this month's Nations League games against Croatia and Spain Jobe, 21, joined Borussia Dortmund from Sunderland last summer and has featured 12 times for England Under-21s but had never previously been called up to the seniors.
Arteta says Arsenal loved the mission in first Anfield win since 2012
Mikel Arteta said his players "loved the mission" of winning at Liverpool for the first time in 14 years as he hailed Sunday's "historic" 1-0 victory at Anfield.
Arteta: Arsenal ‘loved the mission’ in first Anfield win since 2012
Mikel Arteta said his players “loved the mission” of winning at Liverpool for the first time in 14 years as he hailed Sunday’s “historic” 1-0 victory at Anfield.
Arteta says Arsenal 'loved the mission' in first Anfield win since 2012
Mikel Arteta said his players "loved the mission" of winning at Liverpool for the first time in 14 years as he hailed Sunday's "historic" 1-0 victory at Anfield. Kai Havertz's 16th-minute strike was enough to secure a narrow win in a hard-fought game which sent the Gunners three points clear at the top of the Premier League ahead of Manchester City.
Arsenal hold on for a big win at Liverpool, one Iraola & Co. can learn from
LIVERPOOL -- Arsenal made a huge statement in the Premier League title race by securing a 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. A first-half goal from Kai Havertz was enough to seal the Gunners' first win at Liverpool's home stadium in over 14 years. The result sees Mikel Arteta's move to the top of the Premier League table, three points clear of second-placed Manchester City. Havertz opened the scoring inside 17 minutes, tapping in at the far post from Declan Rice's cross.
Arsenal hold on for a big win at Liverpool, one Iraola & Co. can learn from
Arsenal’s defense held firm against the Reds’ expensive attack to notch a famous win at Anfield for the first time since 2012. However, there were positive signs for Liverpool when it came to their intensity and effort.
Arteta justifica regaño a Dowman tras expulsión: "No estamos en Disneyland"
Tras el rechazo de su apelación contra la tarjeta roja a Dowman, Arteta dijo que el joven debe adaptarse al alto nivel, ya que no están en Disneyland Mikel Arteta declaró que el Arsenal está "muy decepcionado" tras el rechazo de su apelación por la tarjeta roja recibida por Max Dowman ante el Fleetwood Town en la Carabao Cup. Asimismo, el entrenador español advirtió al joven futbolista que debe adaptarse al futbol de alto nivel, ya que, de lo contrario, "es como si estuviéramos en Disneyland".
Mikel Arteta warning to Max Dowman after red card: 'We are not in Disneyland'
Mikel Arteta has said Arsenal are "very disappointed" after their appeal over Max Dowman's red card at Fleetwood Town was dismissed but warned the teenager must adapt to top-level football because "otherwise we are in Disneyland." The 16-year-old was sent off in Tuesday's Carabao Cup penalty shootout defeat after reacting to a strong challenge from Harrison Neal. Dowman will now serve a three-game suspension after the appeal was rejected by an independent panel.
Kane’s long road to Ballon d’Or glory ends with his crowning moment
After a remarkable year for Bayern Munich and England, Harry Kane becoming the world’s best player is the ultimate reward for years of perseverance.
Kane's long road to Ballon d'Or glory ends with his crowning moment
LONDON -- It is nine years since Harry Kane lingered at the back of the London Palladium at the end of a soccer awards show. The Best FIFA Football Awards in 2017 had just concluded with Cristiano Ronaldo handed the Men's top prize in addition to leading a team of the year including Lionel Messi Neymar Sergio Ramos and Gianluigi Buffon. As the audience filed out and a few mere mortals loitered in the hope of a selfie, Kane stood near the exit, casting a longing stare at the winners on stage.
Tottenham's rare win at Chelsea signals progress under De Zerbi
LONDON -- Tottenham Hotspur ended their Stamford Bridge hoodoo on Saturday as Mike Penders ' calamitous own goal and Mathys Tel 's brilliant late strike gave Spurs a 2-0 win over 10-man Chelsea Roberto De Zerbi's side had won just one of their previous 33 Premier League visits here, but they deserved this hard-fought victory in rain-swept, windy conditions on Saturday. Spurs edged an even first half before the game sparked into life in the 69th minute.
Roberto De Zerbi: Tottenham are a complete team after win at Chelsea
Roberto De Zerbi has described Tottenham as "a complete team" after Saturday's 2-0 win at 10-man Chelsea Spurs secured only their second win at Stamford Bridge in 34 Premier League visits as Mike Penders' 77th-minute own goal and Mathys Tel's fine individual effort 10 minutes later secured a rare win.
Tottenham’s rare win at Chelsea signals progress under De Zerbi
Tottenham Hotspur secured only their second Premier League win at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea’s goalkeeping woes and disciplinary issues resurfaced.
Tottenham's rare win at Chelsea signals progress under De Zerbi
Oct 24, 2026, 03:53 PM ET LONDON -- Tottenham Hotspur ended their Stamford Bridge hoodoo on Saturday as Mike Penders' calamitous own goal and Mathys Tel's brilliant late strike gave Spurs a 2-0 win over 10-man Chelsea. Roberto De Zerbi's side had won just one of their previous 33 Premier League visits here, but they deserved this hard-fought victory in rain-swept, windy conditions on Saturday. Spurs edged an even first half before the game sparked into life in the 69th minute.
Bruno Guimarães: I had sleepless nights over Arsenal move
Bruno Guimarães has admitted he had sleepless nights over his decision to leave Newcastle United for Arsenal The 28-year-old spent four years at St James' Park, becoming captain in 2024 before moving to the Gunners for £75 million ($100 million) in the summer.
In-the-dark Kane trying not to 'stress' over Monday's Ballon d'Or reveal
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane said he would prefer to know ahead of time whether he has won the Ballon D'Or, adding he is still in the dark over Monday's decision. The 33-year-old is the bookmakers' favourite to become the first Englishman to win the coveted prize since Michael Owen in 2001, but he faces competition from Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and Inter Miami CF's Lionel Messi among others on the 30-man shortlist.
In-the-dark Kane trying not to 'stress' over Monday's Ballon d'Or reveal
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane said he would prefer to know ahead of time whether he has won the Ballon D'Or, adding he is still in the dark over Monday's decision. The 33-year-old is the bookmakers' favourite to become the first Englishman to win the coveted prize since Michael Owen in 2001, but he faces competition from Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and Inter Miami CF's Lionel Messi among others on the 30-man shortlist.
Star attackers might not be needed for Arsenal to win Champions League
MUNICH -- Nobody can doubt the character is there with Arsenal Declan Rice 's late equalizer in Wednesday's draw at Bayern Munich offers hope the quality might be too. The Allianz Arena has habitually been a place where the Gunners' European dreams go to die. They were beaten at the quarterfinal stage on their last visit here in April 2024.
Rice offers Arsenal hope: Star attackers might not be needed to win
Declan Rice and Arsenal’s resilience was on display in Munich, countering the notion that an elite addition to their forward line is a necessity.
Raya says Arsenal aren't bothered by 'boring' label: We play to win games
MUNICH -- David Raya said he and his teammates are unconcerned if people label Arsenal "boring" as Mikel Arteta suggested only a "very small minority" have an issue with the team's style of play. The Gunners face Bayern Munich on Wednesday having won 10 of their 11 matches in all competitions so far this season, the latest came in a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in which they registered just one shot on target.
Arsenal don't look ready to attack the Premier League title like they want to -- yet
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta claimed on the eve of this season that he wanted his side to "attack the title" rather than defend it. We're all still waiting to see the Gunners shift into gear. Of course, it might not matter.
Arsenal say they will ‘attack’ the Premier League title: We’re still waiting to see it
Defending Premier League champions Arsenal put in a weak attacking performance at Nottingham Forest — but maybe that’s just fine.
Arsenal say they will ‘attack’ the Premier League title: We’re still waiting to see it
Defending Premier League champions Arsenal put in a weak attacking performance at Nottingham Forest — but maybe that’s just fine.
Arsenal say they will ‘attack’ the Premier League title: We’re still waiting to see it
Defending Premier League champions Arsenal put in a weak attacking performance at Nottingham Forest — but maybe that’s just fine.
Arsenal don't look ready to 'attack' the Premier League title like they want to -- yet
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta claimed on the eve of this season that he wanted his side to "attack the title" rather than defend it. We're all still waiting to see the Gunners shift into gear. Of course, it might not matter. The Gunners' impressive squad depth was on show once more on Sunday as Noni Madueke's deflected 80th-minute winner secured a hard-fought 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest.
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta defends Viktor Gyökeres after goalless start to season
Mikel Arteta has defended Viktor Gyökeres amid criticism of the Arsenal striker's start to the season. Gyökeres arrived last summer in a €73 million (£61.5m) deal from Sporting CP and scored 14 Premier League goals as the Gunners won the title for the first time in 22 years.
Arsenal showed strength in depth in Lille win, but Gyökeres is a concern
LONDON -- If Arsenal 's starters don't get you, the finishers probably will. Lille were firmly in Tuesday's UEFA Champions League game for an hour or so and then a three-goal blitz in seven minutes settled things emphatically. There were similarities here to last weekend's 2-1 win in the Premier League over Leeds United . The visitors were the better side, but Arteta made a triple substitution shortly after Arsenal took the lead, and his team went on to win.
Arsenal showed strength in depth in Lille win, but Gyökeres is a concern
Arsenal’s substitutes made the difference once again, but Mikel Arteta’s side still have questions to answer as tougher tests await.
Arsenal showed strength in depth in Lille win, but Gyökeres is a concern
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Arsenal's Gabriel ready to take another penalty despite Champions League final miss
Gabriel Magalhães has said he is ready to take another penalty for Arsenal despite his crucial miss in last season's Champions League Final. Paris Saint-Germain retained Europe's biggest club trophy in May after both Gabriel and Eberechi Eze missed in the shootout at the end of a 1-1 draw in Budapest. It was the first spot-kick Gabriel had ever taken for Arsenal -- having joined the club in 2020 -- but he vowed he would step up once again if asked in future.
Mikel Arteta defends Arsenal after Piero Hincapié, Martin Zubimendi injuries
Mikel Arteta has defended Arsenal's training programme after confirming Piero Hincapié and Martín Zubimendi suffered "far from ideal" injuries in a post-match session on Saturday. Hincapié was pictured being carried from the pitch by staff during training held at Emirates Stadium after the Gunners beat Leeds United 2-1 last weekend. Both Hincapié and Zubimendi have suffered ankle injuries and the pair are undergoing scans on Monday to determine the extent of the damage.
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal got 'identity' back in Leeds win: 'Had a point to prove'
Mikel Arteta has hailed Arsenal 's comeback win against Leeds after admitting his team had a point to prove as their "identity was questioned" when losing to Brighton & Hove Albion The Gunners recovered from James Justin 's 55th-minute opener to earn a 2-1 win at Emirates Stadium on Sunday as goals from Riccardo Calafiori and substitute Bruno Guimarães moved the champions level on points with Manchester City at the top of the table.
Arsenal fight back to win as Premier League resumes under cloud of Man City verdict
LONDON -- There was, in the end, a glimmer of light amid the gloom. Bruno Guimarães ' 70th-minute strike gave Arsenal a win over Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium on an afternoon when the Premier League returned to action under a cloud. How could it not? This is the first game in England's top flight since it was rocked to the core by Manchester City 's guilty verdict on 114 counts of breaching the league's financial rules .
Arsenal fight back to win as Premier League resumes under cloud of Man City’s guilty verdict
Does Arsenal’s comeback win over Leeds close the gap on leaders Man City, or extend their own lead at the top? This is the perpetual uncertainty that hangs over the Premier League now.
Arsenal fight back to win as Premier League resumes under cloud of Man City’s verdict
Does Arsenal’s comeback win over Leeds close the gap on leaders Man City, or extend their own lead at the top?
Arsenal fight back to win as Premier League resumes under cloud of Man City’s verdict
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Arsenal fight back to win as Premier League resumes under cloud of Man City verdict
LONDON -- There was, in the end, a glimmer of light amid the gloom. Bruno Guimarães' 70th-minute strike gave Arsenal a 2-1 win over Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium on an afternoon when the Premier League returned to action under a cloud. How could it not? This is the first game in England's top flight since it was rocked to the core by Manchester City's guilty verdict on 114 counts of breaching the league's financial rules.
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal got 'identity' back in Leeds win: 'Had a point to prove'
Mikel Arteta has hailed Arsenal's comeback win against Leeds after admitting his team had a point to prove as their "identity was questioned" when losing to Brighton & Hove Albion. The Gunners recovered from James Justin's 55th-minute opener to earn a 2-1 win at Emirates Stadium on Sunday as goals from Riccardo Calafiori and substitute Bruno Guimarães moved the champions level on points with Manchester City at the top of the table.
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta: Premier League still best in the world despite Man City guilty verdict
Mikel Arteta has said the Premier League is still the best league in the world despite Manchester City's guilty verdict on breaching financial regulations. City are appealing against the damning conclusion of an Independent Commission which found the club had broken 114 rules relating to a nine-year period between 2009 and 2018. Should the appeal fail, City are facing sanctions ranging from a fine to possible expulsion from the league.
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta: Premier League still best in the world despite Man City guilty verdict
Mikel Arteta has said the Premier League is still the best league in the world despite Manchester City's guilty verdict on breaching financial regulations. City are appealing against the damning conclusion of an Independent Commission which found the club had broken 114 rules relating to a nine-year period between 2009 and 2018. Should the appeal fail, City are facing sanctions ranging from a fine to possible expulsion from the league.
Bellingham hits new heights for England as Tuchel gets best out of Real Madrid star
Jude Bellingham was once the temperamental talent that England struggled to tame, but he has taken his game to another level over this international break.
Bellingham hits new heights for England as Tuchel gets best out of Real Madrid star
LONDON -- Jude Bellingham's final interaction with Thomas Tuchel after England's 3-0 win over Czechia at Wembley on Tuesday was to receive a slap on the backside from his coach in recognition of another influential display. It isn't long ago since it seemed like Tuchel wanted to kick him there.
Thomas Tuchel: Competition for England places stronger than ever
LONDON -- Thomas Tuchel has said competition for places has never been stronger in his time as England manager after Tuesday's 3-0 win over Czechia at Wembley. Harry Kane scored twice either side of halftime to move to a record-extending 91 goals on a night when he equalled Peter Shilton's all-time appearance record of 125 caps for England.
England's Nations League takeaways: Kane makes history, Tuchel steadies ship
LONDON -- Harry Kane scored twice on the night he became England 's joint-record appearance maker as Thomas Tuchel's side eased to a 3-0 win over Czechia at Wembley Stadium. Kane made history by tying goalkeeper Peter Shilton on 125 caps. After Vladimír Coufal 's comical 27th-minute own goal broke the deadlock, the 33-year-old netted a record-extending 90th and 91st international goal either side of halftime.
England’s Nations League takeaways: Kane makes history, Tuchel steadies ship
England bounced back from defeat to Spain with three straight wins, giving Thomas Tuchel plenty to build on as the Nations League heads toward a decisive November window.
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