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2026-08-26 · Evening Standard

Arsenal to announce new signings after medicals with third transfer 'confirmed'

🔮 Standard Sport understands that Scanlon will join Arsenal on a free transfer from United, with a 40% sell-on clause included in the deal. assertive

2026-09-04 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta sends Arsenal fans message after key transfer targets missed

🔮 Arteta accepted that fans would always want more in the transfer market, but also pointed to the strength of options the Premier League champions have at their disposal in a passionate defence of his squad. “That’s human nature, I think,” he said. assertive

2026-09-05 · Evening Standard

Arsenal: Mikel Arteta issues Chelsea title verdict amid Xabi Alonso reunion

🔮 "Knowing him [Alonso], knowing the history of the club, the quality of the squad that they have, the schedule that they are going to face in relation to other teams - it is very, very possible that is going to be the case." Arteta and Alonso both grew up in San Sebastian and came through for grassroots club Antiguoko. Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola is also from that part of Spain and played in the same team as Arteta. Arteta and Alonso faced off in pre-season when Arsenal took on Bayer Leverkusen in 2024, and on Sunday they will go head-to-head in the heat of a London derby. assertive

2026-09-06 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

🔮 Cristhian Mosquera’s withdrawal against Aston Villa on Monday night was precautionary, according to Arteta, but the Arsenal manager might be tempted to add more experience to his back line as Ezri Konsa pushed to make his full debut at centre-back alongside Gabriel. assertive

2026-09-06 · Evening Standard

Why Arsenal need Bukayo Saka more than ever ahead of Chelsea showdown

🔮 Chelsea, unsurprisingly, enjoyed plenty of joy but Sunday's clash will be a very different affair. assertive

2026-09-06 · Evening Standard

Arsenal vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and fan reaction

🔮 Martin Odegaard then finished emphatically from close range, capping a lovely team move, to put the Gunners in the lead for the first time, a lead which they would eventually convert into three points. assertive

2026-09-06 · Evening Standard

Three things we learned from Arsenal win as Kai Havertz settles striker debate for good

🔮 It could have been a very different afternoon, with an alternative narrative almost inevitably materialising early on. assertive

2026-09-11 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Sunderland: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League

🔮 Another change is expected at left-back, with Riccardo Calafiori set to return in place of Piero Hincapie. assertive

2026-09-14 · Evening Standard

Arsenal demand VAR explanation over Sunderland penalty controversy

🔮 It is viewed as a decision that could have decided the game and ultimately had a wider impact on the season. assertive

2026-09-15 · Evening Standard

Who is James Scanlon? Arsenal academy star eyes debut after Mikel Arteta show of faith

🔮 The 2023-24 season was a big one for Scanlon as he featured in the UEFA Youth League, made appearances for the U21’s, was called up to first-team training by Erik ten Hag before signing his first professional contract in May 2024. assertive

2026-09-15 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta fires challenge to Max Dowman over reduced Arsenal role

🔮 Arteta made it clear nothing will be handed to Dowman easily, though he is keen to given the teenager opportunities even with Arsenal having such strength in depth. assertive

2026-09-15 · Evening Standard

Three Arsenal players set for Carabao Cup chance to impress against Ipswich

🔮 There should be no repeat of that this time but Zubimendi will want to push himself back into the Premier League picture, starting with a strong performance against Ipswich. assertive

2026-09-15 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Ipswich: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Carabao Cup today

🔮 The Gunners have made a strong start to the season, winning all five matches domestically and in Europe, and Arteta now looks set to make full use of his deep squad at Portman Road. assertive

2026-09-15 · Evening Standard

Ipswich vs Arsenal LIVE: Carabao Cup result, latest updates and fan reaction

🔮 They have finished as runners-up in this competition four times in the past 20 years, but will hope to break their duck and finally get over the line this season. assertive

2026-09-15 · Evening Standard

Arsenal player ratings vs Ipswich: Max Dowman dazzles but £55m man gets 2/10

🔮 Utterly fearless and Ipswich could not live with him. assertive

2026-09-17 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Brighton: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League

🔮 Ezri Konsa is able to cover right-back, but in Mosquera’s absence has been partnering Gabriel in central defence with William Saliba a long-term absentee due to a back injury. assertive

2026-09-17 · Evening Standard

'Something must change': How Viktor Gyokeres can spark Arsenal season into life

🔮 Instead, the matches in which you would trust Gyokeres to make an impact now feel vanishingly thin. assertive

2026-09-18 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta reveals Ben White injury latest in new three-man Arsenal update

🔮 White was forced off at half-time last weekend against Sunderland with a groin issue and, with Jurrien Timber expected to be available, Arsenal could opt to be cautious with his fitness. mixed

2026-09-18 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta responds to Sir Alex Ferguson comparison as Arsenal manager admits to 'mistakes'

🔮 "I will make mistakes, sometimes, but I will try to be as fair as possible. assertive

2026-09-18 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta reveals stance on Max Dowman loan move amid 'approaches' for Arsenal wonderkid

🔮 The teenager will be eligible to go on loan once he turns 17 at the end of December. assertive

2026-09-19 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Brighton: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

🔮 White did miss the win over Ipswich, but could be in contention for the showdown against his former club. assertive

2026-09-19 · Evening Standard

Brighton vs Arsenal LIVE: Premier League match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

🔮 Mikel Arteta is expected to recall the likes of David Raya, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz this afternoon after they were all rested for the Carabao Cup win in midweek, though a late decision will be made on Jurrien Timber, Ben White, Piero Hincapie and Cristhian Mosquera. assertive

2026-09-19 · Evening Standard

Spotted: Arsenal handed new injury boost as imminent return beckons

🔮 His appearance at the Amex suggests he will be in contention when Arsenal are next in action, at home to Leeds on October 10. assertive

2026-09-19 · Evening Standard

Arsenal player ratings vs Brighton: Striker miserable as defender scores 3/10 after 'embarrassing' moment

🔮 Could not make the ball stick in attack. assertive

2026-09-19 · Evening Standard

Arsenal unrecognisable, Mikel Arteta punished and key talking points from Brighton nightmare

🔮 The Seagulls' pressing was relentless and Arsenal could not live with it. assertive

2026-09-19 · Evening Standard

'Could sense it': Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal troubles in Brighton loss and explains delayed substitutions

🔮 Brighton were by far the better side, playing with a pace and intensity that Arsenal could not live with. assertive

2026-09-21 · Evening Standard

Arsenal: Martin Odegaard superb amid strong start but new signing cools off as transfer shortcomings laid bare

🔮 Victory over Brighton would have made it eight wins on the bounce and the best start to a campaign the club have made in 123 years. assertive

2026-09-22 · Evening Standard

Arsenal handed surprise boost by international break schedule

🔮 Arteta will be hoping for the best on the injury front, with the vast majority of the Arsenal squad called up to represent their countries. assertive

2026-09-24 · Evening Standard

From hat-trick heroics to injury woes: How Arsenal summer sales have fared at their new clubs

🔮 The 29-year-old is set to start a match for Hansi Flick's side, but he has scored twice off the bench. assertive

2026-09-24 · Evening Standard

'Dreams of returning': Gabriel Martinelli plan revelaed after Arsenal exit

🔮 What he needs is to perform his football well." Martinelli made 53 appearances in all competitions last season as Arsenal ended their 22-year wait for a Premier League title. However, it became clear at the start of this campaign that the club saw him as a player who could bring in a significant transfer fee. assertive

2026-09-24 · Evening Standard

Arsenal learn Jurrien Timber injury update after Netherlands decision

🔮 It is set to be a blockbuster occasion in Amsterdam on Thursday night, as Xavi Hernandez and Jurgen Klopp both begin life in the international dugout. assertive

2026-09-25 · Evening Standard

Chelsea hit with FA charge over discriminatory chanting in Fulham derby clash

🔮 The club warned that the "strongest possible action” would be taken against those found responsible, including bans from attending matches. assertive

2026-09-26 · Evening Standard

How Arsenal could line up without Kai Havertz in ruthless Mikel Arteta statement

🔮 The initial feeling is that Havertz has avoided a serious injury, but a more precise diagnosis will only come once he returns to Arsenal and undergoes further tests. assertive

2026-09-26 · Evening Standard

How Ben White saved his Arsenal career as huge new injury boost revealed

🔮 Jurrien Timber arrived from Ajax in the summer of 2023, a signing that looked set to ease the workload on White. assertive

2026-09-28 · Evening Standard

Arsenal suffer double injury blow as international break woes mount

🔮 Odegaard admitted after the match that his ankle issue "definitely won't feel good tonight" but it is hoped that it will ease in the next few days. assertive

2026-09-29 · Evening Standard

Arsenal learn Martin Odegaard injury update as Norway star 'unable to train'

🔮 He was seen limping out of the stadium and Odegaard admitted he was unsure if he would be fit to face Wales on Thursday night. assertive

2026-09-29 · Evening Standard

Arsenal: Why Viktor Gyokeres is undroppable after sparking season into life

🔮 If I told Viktor I wanted to rest him, he would probably rip my head off, I think." assertive

2026-09-29 · Evening Standard

Why Mauricio Pochettino believes it will be 'impossible' to punish Man City for 'period of deception'

🔮 A decision on what sanctions City will face has not yet been made. assertive

2026-09-29 · Evening Standard

Five key extracts from Premier League's guilty verdict for Man City

🔮 The partner would only pay a portion of the sponsorship fee, with the remainder funded by Abu Dhabi United Group Investment & Development Ltd (ADUG), which owned the club. " assertive

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

Fury vs Joshua press conference LIVE: Latest news and updates as heavyweight rivals face off

🔮 The fight is years in the making and will finally be staged later this year in Cardiff in what will likely be the most hotly anticipated fight in British boxing history. assertive

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua lacking jeopardy as lore of long-awaited bout takes odd turn

🔮 The face-off could have taken place without the great mass of security that flocked onto the stage. assertive

2026-10-01 · Evening Standard

Martin Odegaard: Arsenal handed major injury boost as Norway star named in squad

🔮 While there were initial concerns after the match, the outlook has become more positive in the days since and the issue is not a significant one. Scans confirmed that Odegaard had not suffered a serious injury and it is understood the pain the midfielder was dealing with has reduced significantly. Odegaard travelled with the Norway squad to Wales and he has now been named in the 23-man squad for the match in Cardiff on Thursday night. "I wish I could say yes, but I don't know," Solbakken said. assertive

2026-10-01 · Evening Standard

Man City charges: Standard Sport name punishments after Premier League rule breach

🔮 One option I could see sending the right message would be to force the club's owners to sell — a vote of no confidence in them as fit and proper owners of a top-flight club on these shores for the way they flagrantly broke rules, and a reminder to other powerful owners to stick to them. But my favoured punishment would be a big enough points deduction to guarantee their relegation to the Championship, and a multi-window transfer embargo as well. assertive

2026-10-02 · Evening Standard

Why Christos Tzolis refused to come off as Arsenal await hamstring injury scan

🔮 The 24-year-old is expected to return to Arsenal and miss Greece's match at home to Germany this weekend. assertive

2026-10-02 · Evening Standard

Arsenal make decision over 'huge scale masterplan' to expand Emirates Stadium

🔮 A big rebuilding project would likely have required Arsenal to find a temporary home elsewhere and that has been ruled out, particularly with Mikel Arteta's side eyeing a dominant era of success. assertive

2026-10-03 · Evening Standard

Arsenal transfer mistake exposed as major gamble gives Mikel Arteta problem

🔮 He is being treated by the club's medical staff and the feeling is that Havertz will not face a lengthy spell on the sidelines, with any absence likely to last weeks rather than months. assertive

2026-10-06 · Evening Standard

Como reveal truth on Cesc Fabregas contract clause amid Arsenal and Chelsea return links

🔮 Suwarso did not deny that and made it clear that Fabregas, who is also a Como minority shareholder, will be allowed to take the next step in his career whenever he decides. assertive

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

What Arsenal must do in January transfer window as priority target emerges

🔮 The upcoming run of fixtures will be a test of the attacking depth and determine how much added scrutiny the club's summer business gets put under. These matches might also influence just how important the January window becomes. assertive

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Arsenal announce new Mikel Arteta contract extension

🔮 The Spaniard's previous deal was set to expire at the end of this season, though he and the club have been relaxed about the situation. assertive

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta can follow in Sir Alex Ferguson's footsteps with Arsenal dynasty now the aim

🔮 Mikel Arteta can follow in Sir Alex Ferguson's footsteps with Arsenal dynasty now the aim Mikel Arteta has delivered on his “five-phase plan”, but a huge new contract brings even bigger targets to tick off Questions on the opposition will be met with praise. assertive

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Arsenal: Mikel Arteta's big decision over Viktor Gyokeres and Mikel Merino for Leeds clash

🔮 As it stands, it looks likely that Gyokeres will lead the line when Arsenal host Leeds on Saturday, an opponent he scored three times against last season. assertive

2026-10-08 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta reveals how Arsenal can use Champions League final defeat to fuel success

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2026-10-08 · Evening Standard

Declan Rice reset offers huge Arsenal boost with new deal close to rival Bukayo Saka

🔮 For once, it might be a case of less is more for Rice, managing him carefully now to get the benefits later in the season. assertive

2026-10-09 · Evening Standard

Arsenal: Kai Havertz injury latest as Mikel Arteta reveals new eight-man update

🔮 He returned to the club a fortnight ago for further assessment and while he has avoided a significant injury, the match against Leeds could come too soon. mixed

2026-10-09 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta reveals Arsenal plan after signing new long-term contract

🔮 However, Arteta dismissed the suggestion that he could find himself in a similar position at the end of this contract. assertive

2026-10-09 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Leeds: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League

🔮 Guimaraes struggled in Arsenal's last match against Brighton, but Arteta could opt to give that midfield pairing another go. mixed

2026-10-09 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta's conscience clear as Arsenal boss pressed on Man City guilty verdict

🔮 “I think that process has to be resolved in a way and we need to trust that the people in charge will do it in the timeframe that they believe is the best for everybody," he said. assertive

2026-10-10 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Leeds: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

🔮 Guimaraes struggled in Arsenal's last match against Brighton, but Arteta could opt to give that midfield pairing another go. mixed

2026-10-10 · Evening Standard

Arsenal vs Leeds LIVE: Premier League match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

🔮 The next week or so will prove if what happened at the Amex Stadium was a blip or cause for concern, though chances are it was the former as Arsenal have won seven of their eight games across all competitions so far this campaign, six of which have come outside of London. assertive

2026-10-10 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta sends warning to Bruno Guimaraes after dream Arsenal home debut

🔮 I'm going to demand the same of the players, because if we do that it will raise the standards and we will be a better team." assertive

2026-10-12 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Lille: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Champions League

🔮 "They're both going to miss tomorrow's match, that's for sure," Arsenal boss Arteta said on Monday. "Today they're going to have a further scan and probably tomorrow we'll know more and then we'll see how they're going to go." In the absence of Hincapie, Myles Lewis-Skelly could find himself returning to left-back. speculative

2026-10-12 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta sets Bukayo Saka target after Arsenal star's missed chances

🔮 He could have had another four or five goals by now, easily. assertive

2026-10-12 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta backs Arsenal star after surprise Lionel Messi prediction

🔮 The teenager is expected to be in the squad for Tuesday night's match and Arteta is confident Dowman will step up again if given an opportunity. assertive

2026-10-13 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Lille: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Champions League today

2026-10-13 · Evening Standard

Arsenal: Mikel Arteta reveals Piero Hincapie and Martin Zubimendi return timelines as injury worries grow

🔮 "I think it will be a matter of weeks but we don't know exactly how many." assertive

2026-10-14 · Evening Standard

Arsenal handed huge boost for Bayern Munich showdown after 'super dumb' red card

🔮 " That was a particularly significant red card as it means Olise will not be available for Bayern's next Champions League match against Arsenal. assertive

2026-10-15 · Evening Standard

Arsenal XI vs Nottingham Forest: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest

🔮 Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta revealed after the match that Saka had been dealing with a minor illness issue, but he is expected to be ready to start against Forest on Sunday. mixed

2026-10-16 · Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta reveals major Arsenal boost in new four-man injury update

🔮 Hincapie was expected to be out for "weeks", ruling him out of upcoming matches against Forest and Bayern Munich. assertive

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