Weekly Arsenal Chatter
Big game tomorrow. Hosting Chelsea. I feel like I’ve gotten quieter as Arsenal’s good run has continued but it’s not because they’ve shut me up.
Really haven’t had a chance to watch those last few games, minus the FA Cup against Reading, and the Chelsea game may have to go on record tomorrow as well. Hopefully not. Still not convinced by this squad so even if a small part of me inside is jumping for joy at the second place and FA Cup final berth the cynicism still remains. I’m probably just one a few remaining though.
Still, here’s some good old Arsenal chatter for the past week.
The Changes Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Must Make to Become an Arsenal Star
Only one change really mentioned but yes it makes sense. Even if he does make the move back to midfield in a box-to-box type style then he’ll still need to improve his productivity. Seems like that will come though.
Why Naming Wojciech Szczesny for the FA Cup Final Would Be a Risk for Arsenal
I mean, sure, if we want to force him out of the club for good. A solid keeper for the most part if he cuts out his mistakes. For all we know David Ospina could put in a clanger in the final so there’s really no telling if it would be a risk or not.
Why Wenger should cut his losses with Kieran Gibbs
We know Arsene Wenger doesn’t get rid of players so easy. Just ask Abou Diaby. This competition should help spur Kieran Gibbs on. Should. If it doesn’t then its fine moving on to an improvement.
Arsène Wenger, the Martyr of Islington
A very interesting piece.
Why There Is Still a Place for Mikel Arteta at Arsenal Despite Injury Concerns
Makes sense and some good points. Feels like a typical Arsene Wenger move that would possibly lead to no recruitment in the summer in an area that’s still weak. Wouldn’t mind if Mikel Arteta stayed though.
Lucky, lucky Arsene? Not a chance – and here’s why his recent success is no fluke
There is some element of luck. Who could’ve known Francis Coquelin would impact as he did? The player selections and the tactical tweaks are his though for sure.
What now for Theo Walcott? Nine years at Arsenal and still not a certain starter
Seems more and more like an exit is on the cards. Maybe the time is right.
Danny Welbeck missed his chance to displace Olivier Giroud
True. So disappointing as well. I was hoping he could find the goals that were missing at Manchester United but all we’ve got so far is hard work and another pacey option. He wasn’t necessary to begin with and now it’s obvious the money should’ve been used elsewhere. Maybe next season things could change?
How Arsene Wenger Can Avenge 1,000th-Game Misery and Keep Title Race Alive
Attack Chelsea in an almost gung-ho style? Yeah, sure that will work. This isn’t Liverpool. There may be some nervy moments to start for the Chelsea defense if we come out all energetic but if we continue to press as we usually do then we’ll suffer the usual fate.
Is Arsene Wenger Ready to Beat Jose Mourinho, 13 Attempts Later?
Simple answer? No one knows. Also it’s Arsenal versus Chelsea.
Are Arsenal Now Winning Simply Because They Are Under No Pressure?
Very good piece. Me being me I’d have to go with the no-pressure argument of course. Wouldn’t you agree?
Arsenal vs. Chelsea not as much about standings as it is making a statement
I just want a win. I really do. Have a some family I’d like to badger for the next couple months.
5 Reasons Arsenal Fans Will Jeer Cesc Fabregas on Emirates Return with Chelsea
Good ol’ dumb tribalism is what it will be. No reason for it. If Cesc Fabregas has the sort of mentality I expect then it will only make him play better. None of those reasons make sense, except the kissing the badge deal I guess. That would annoy me a bit. I don’t see why he would’ve pushed for a Chelsea move until he knew for sure both Barcelona and Arsenal didn’t want him. But we’ll never know for sure will we?
Arsenal can lay down a marker for next season with Chelsea win
Yup. A win would go a long way psychologically. A loss? Well. Let’s just leave that out.
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