Arsenal Squad is too Tired

LONDON – Robin van Persie feel Arsenal tight schedule make himself and his teammates suffered from fatigue. For the Netherland national team striker, which makes Arsenal achieve the maximum results when host Fulham.

Arsenal had to settle for one point when the against Fulham at the Emirates Stadium after a 1-1 draw. These results make a trend victory for the Gunners in three consecutive games came to a standstill and it seems that it is less satisfactory for Van Persie.

Premier League schedule which requires Arsenal must play on Saturday and continues the match in the Champions League on Wednesday under the spotlight from Van Persie. This is thought to be a factor the difficulty of recovering Arsenal.

“The recovery time between Wednesday and Saturday is the shortest for a while. That’s not an excuse, but if you play on Saturday-Wednesday-Saturday, you may find five to ten percent different than if you have extra time 24 hours, “He added. (-jw-)

Wenger Interested with Mario Goetze

LONDON – Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger admitted he was keen to bring in young players from Borussia Dortmund, Mario Goetze. Players aged 19 years, took part in beating the Gunners in the Champions League.

“Mario Goetze is a future player, he is very talented with a good attitude. So, no wonder many big European clubs wanted him, the same thing with us, “He explained.

But it is unlikely to materialize, the problem is Borussia Dortmund coach, Jurgen Klopp said he wouldn’t sell his player in the January transfer.

“Ther will be no sales in the month of January. Interest which continued to arrive from some of the clubs isn’t a problem. No one will ever buy a player from us, not even Arsenal, “Said Klopp. (-jw-)

The Secret of Van Persie Right Leg

LONDON – Who would have though, Robin Van Persie who are accustomed to using left foot right foot turned out to be used equally well. Recognized by the RVP, his ability to use two feet due to the hard work since he was a child.

The ability of Netherland striker is shown by right leg with a beautiful goal against Norwich City last weekend. In the game, Arsenal managed to lead 2-1 over Norwich, where Arsenal’s second goal scored by the Meneer.

“I worked hard with my left foot when I was kid, of course I was lucky to have talent, but it came into life through hard work on the road and in practice, “Said Van Persie as reported by Goal.

“A few years later I did the same thing with the right foot. I know for a long time that my right leg pretty good, but when you are a left handed player and skip one or two opportunities with the right foot then people might think, “It’s a bad leg, “He said.

Robin Van Persie is a a product build by Feyenoord. When studying there, Van Persie was placed as the left wing, where it was abrogated by Arsene Wenger who put him as the attacker as a substitute of Dennis Bergkamp and it was successful with the creation of 110 goals from 247 matches in all competitions followed by Arsenal. (-jw-)

Wenger Didn't Interested to Cahill Again

LONDON – Great performance of Laurent Koscielny and Per Mertesacker lately, back of Thomas Vermaelen’s return from injury, Arsene Wenger finally make out of it to recruit Gary Cahill in January.

Cahill had anchored very close to Arsenal in the summer transfer. However, Wenger offer to Cahill of 3 million pounds, whose contract will expire end of this season, was rejected by Bolton Wanderers because of too cheap.

“We’re getting him on last summer, but at that time Bolton was too greedy, “Said Wenger as quoted Tribalfootball.

Cahill again linked with Arsenal in the January transfer. Bolton reportedly not willing to release the flagship of the player for free. However, Wenger quickly asserted that he was no longer interested in bidding Cahill.

“At this time the squad we already have five people, a central defender Koscielny, Squilacci, Mertesacker, Vermaelen, and Djourou.Four of them are international central defender, “Wenger said.

However, Wenger doesn’t rule out the possibility when the next season along with Cahill’s contract expired, Arsenal interested in recruiting for free. Wenger hinted he was willing to accommodate the defender who has seven caps with the England national team.

“Cahill had a good enough quality to play in the Champions League, “Wenger said. (-jw-)

RvP : My Success Because of Wenger Role

LONDON – Robin van Persie goal scored rocketed this season. However, the Netherland international striker admitted that Arsene Wenger had a very important role to raise his name.

RVP recorded 11 goals from 11 matches this season and make him as a top score while the Premier League. RVP claimed his success showed the best performance isn’t separated from the Wenger role.

“RVP gave evidence, so I can go ahead and find the answers all the time. He really helped me, “Said Wenger.

Overall, Van Persie has recorded 108 goals in 246 games for the North London club since joining from Feyenoord with a dowry of 2.75 milliounds poundsterling in 2004. (-jw-)

Henry Practice With Arsenal Squad, Again

LONDON – The Gunners legend Thierry ‘King’ Henry will return to meet with his former manager, Arsene Wenger at Arsenal’s training camp in Conley, London. Henry can take a ride to practice with Arsenal following the end of the MLS competition this season.

The return of Arsenal’s top scorer of all time with 226 goals was greeted by Wenger with a joy.

Like met his own son, when Henry leave Arsenal in 2007 and then to Barcelona, The Professors can only praise the 34 years old footballer who currently plays in the New York Red Bulls.

Henry will be allowed to train with Robin van Persie et al. in the main squad for Arsenal along instead of H-1 before the game of the Gunners. Arsenal himself will be faced Norwich City on Saturday (18/11) tomorrow and entertain Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday (23/11).

“When we were not prepared on the day before the match so he could join us to practice with the main squad, “He said. (-jw-)

Squillaci Will be Sold

LONDON – Arsenal central defender, Sebastian Squillaci, will be sold by the Gunner at the winter transfer. It seems that coach Arsene Wenger has no desire to the former of AS Monaco player is.

Squilacci had become a mainstay in defense line of North London Canon, but due to injury and the game is less convincing post-injury, make wenger thinking to sell it.

Moreover, the arrival of Per Mertesacker from Werder Bremen in the summer transfer, forcing the position of Squilacci more cornered. The possibility of 31 years old defender is, he will move from Emirates by loaned. But it could also permanent with 2 million pounds.

While at Arsenal, Squillaci featured as may as 22 times of his performance by contributing one goal. He joined the squad for the Gunners since the summer of 2010 and who were recruited from Sevilla. (-jw-)

Van Persie Better to Stay at Arsenal

LONDON – Netherland football legend, Marco van Basten, push to Robin van Persie not to leave Arsenal. He was an advantage for Van Persie, if kept together with Arsenal, because his best performance appear when Persie joined with the Gunners.

Van Basten, said that the situation experienced by Van Persie today, isn’t the same as those he experienced in 1987, which at that time, Van Basten chose to leave Ajax Amsterdam, AC Milan and joining together.

Van Basten also, to assess the many changes that occurred during the six years in the Premier League. As Chelsea has become a big club, and have the financial resources of large, in buying the player, as well as Manchester City. However, he says Arsenal work in the other way, and he marveled about it.

Arsenal are now rediscovering his best game after playing poorly at the beginning of the Premier League season, and Van Persie is a player that boost Arsenal game. This Netherland players, has scored eleven goals and four assists in eleven appearances for the Gunners.

Speculation about Van Persie movement, because the future of Van Persie at Arsenal isn’t clear yet. Contract itself, will be expire in 2013, but the new contract negotiations have not reached agreement of both parties.

Van Persie, Specter for Stamford Bridge

LONDON – Since the kickoff whistle, Chelsea immediately dominate. But Arsenal, who wouldn’t easily concede again, trying to thwart the few chance of the Blues.

Preoccupation attack The Gunneras actually surprised a goal from Frank Lampard in the 14th minute. He received feedback from Juan Mata ripe from the lefdt side of Arsenal defense.

But, the match increasing fierce when the visitors are able to equalize in the 36th minute. This time from the movement of Aaron Ramsey who gave feedback to Gervinho. Gervinho wasn’t selfish, he give feedback to Van Persie who was beside him. So, the captain easily make a scored to make the position draw.

But before the first half over, Chelsea is really superior. Goals score by John Terry after Lampard corner kick harness. In this goal, Mertesacker once again failed to guard. Score 2-1 until the end of the first half.

Post halftime, the visitors appear fierce. Not only the opportunities they create. But a goal of balancing the left back Andre Santos. Santos scored his goal after receiving feedback from Alexander Song, scored 2-2.

Even at minute 56, Walcott is able to bring the Gunners ahead of Chelsea. Walcott, who had fallen in the movement to bring the ball being escorted some of the Chelsea defender, managed him to rise and returned the ball to escape from the convoy. Once released he calmly struck the ball into a narrow angle on the left side of Cech’s goal. Score 2-3 for Arsenal.

Chelsea didn’t give up, a few chance they created in order to maintain the good name of Stamford Bridge who has a 100 percent record unbeaten this season. As a result, spectacularly kick from Juan Mata through the legs, after utilizing feedback from Raul Meireles. Score change 3-3.

But, disaster came at minute 85 for the camp host, when captain Terry made a blunder. He slip when receive a back pass from Cole. The ball was released. And calmly he was deceiving Cech and make a goal.

Van Persie returned to Stamford Bridge when the specter of his hattrick on minutes 92 into Cech’s goal couldn’t be circumvented. He scored with a curve kick and can’t reached by Cech. This goal was his seventh goal in his last three games as well as Arsenal closed the advantage to 3-5.

Targeted by Arsenal, Udinese fenced Handanovic

 

Udine – Arsenal looking for a new goalkeeper, Lukasz Fabianski after deciding to leave, next January. Reportedly, Arsenal go after Udinese portiere, Samir Handanovic, to assist Wojciech Sczcesny in the line of goalkeeper.

 

Hearing these rumors, Udinese hastily put up a high price tag, for Slovenia’s international goalkeeper. Bianconeri fence Handanovic with a cost of 17 million pounds.

 

Indeed Udinese goalkeeper reluctant to lose the goalkeeper that called Italian legend, Dino zoff, as a best goalkeeper at the Serie A at this moment. Udinese president, Franco Soldato not want to take it off. However, Soldati would compromise, if there is a tempting offer for him.

 

“He (Handanovic) will not be sold, unless we get a tempting offer from another club,” said Soldati to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Sunday (10/22/2011).

 

Matter of the contract, Handanovic still have an attachment with II Zebrette, until summer 2016. While the matter of price, high price is set by Udinese.

 

However, Udinese will be steadfast in his stance, fenced Handanovic above the price of 15 million pounds. Because if the note, the price for it, deserve pinned by Handanovic, which has great reflexes, the dominant of the balls over and also his placement on the ball has no doubt.

 

As an added value for Arsenal who are interested to bring Handanovic, Handanovic performed very well in two games in the Champions League play-off against the Gunners, although the team lost in the aggregate number from Arsenal.

Ramsey : Continue on this moment

 

London – Arsenal’s hero when facing Marseille, Aaron Ramsey admitted satisfied with the performance of the Gunners. He hopes Arsenal can continue this great momentum.

 

“Clearly this is a great moment for me personally. I think we played both Europe so far,” said Ramsey as reported by Goal, Thursday (10/20/2011).

 

Ramsey scored a single goal victory for Arsenal in minutes 92. However, the captain of Wales who were aged 20 years and reluctantly chose modestly referred to as a hero. Ramsey even mention his colleagues in defending line who deserve the credit of its own.

 

“I think in the last few games our defense has been better but tonight they played unbelieveable. We keep playing tightly in the back and our hard work finally paid off,” he explained.

 

“Our position is very good now. Hopefully we can continue it and finish our job well in Europe,” said Ramsey.

 

Arsenal still on top of Group F Champions League with seven points, followed Marseille with 6 points, Olympiakos 3 point , and Dortmund who just packed 1 point.

Wenger : Arsenal not only focus to Europe

 

London – Despite stumbling in the Premier League, Arsene Wenger insisted Arsenal did not change the target this season. Qualify for the Champions League next season is still in the list of the Gunners ambitions.

 

The Gunners crashed up in the early Premier League competition this season, with four defeats from eight games, including when Manchester United crushed them with 8-2 , and the defeat from Tottenham Hotspur in the London derby.

 

But, it seems that Robin Van Persie and the others are still proving the quality in the Champions League. Starting from a victory over Udinese in the play-offs, the Gunners win over Olympiacos and draw over Borrusia Dortmund.

 

In the early days of the third matchday, Arsenal is challenged by Olympique Marseille at the Stade Velodrome. Wenger admitted his team to play more open when appearing in the Champions League.

 

“We played more freely when appearing in European away games ( Champions League ) and only with a little pressure,” said the Professor.

 

“But, at Udinese we also play with pressure because it’s an important game for us. Not win the fight would be a disaster,” continued the man from France.

 

Although still appear inconsistent in the domestic league, Wenger insisted the Gunner will not focus to Europe. “We will not attack in the league because it determines the future and Champions League qualification (next season). Season without Champions League would be a catastrophe for us,” he concluded.

Wenger Denies Approach Ayew

LONDON – Arsene Wenger has denied about approached the wing of Marseille, Andre Ayew. This France coach insisted that Arsenal winger already has a sufficient stock.

Reports from France say that the aging male is nicknamed The Professor is, like his skill and intend to recruit in the summer transfer market. Wenger himself admits he just liked the way the winger plays.

“I like the players (Andre Ayew) but didn’t approach him, “Wenger said as quoted by Emirates247

“Our needs are on the wing has been fulfilled by the presence of Arshavin, Gervinho and Theo Walcott, and also Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, a young English players who are very talented.

Wenger also expressed excitement over Thomas Vermaelen’s willingness to extend his contract for the long term. He thinks this is an end to speculation that the Gunners need a reform in the sector of central defender.

“I’m excited, although it is as expected. This is good news for us. That should stop the speculation related to the position of central defender. Now we have five central defenders. That should be enough. We won’t in the transfer market in next January, “He said.

Vermaelen Get New Contract from Arsenal

LONDON - Defender Thomas Vermaelen is committed to the future at Arsenal by signing a four-year contract with the North London club.

Vermaelen missed most of last season struggling with injuries and he has struggled for fitness at the beginning of this campaign, but his reputation did not decline, this Belgian international player remains a sturdy fortress line behind the Gunnners.

25-old central defender joins the Warehouse Team bullets from Ajax in 2009. He just returned to action this month when he completed his recovery from injury to his ankle problem.

Meanwhile, Vermaelen also said he was happy with the signing of a new contract with the Gunners which means Arsene Wenger's club have great confidence against him.

Arsenal fans will hope that the captain Robin van Persie will follow in the footsteps Vermaelen. Van Persie is still embarrassed to talk about his future in recent weeks. That triggered speculation he could follow the lead players like Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri who are out of the Emirates Stadium.

Porto Reject Arsenal's Bids for Hulk

LONDON - Arsenal's desire to get the Porto striker, Givanildo Vieira de Souza, seem to be much more difficult. Because the players who used to be called Hulk, only to be released by Porto at 100 million pounds or the equivalent of Rp 1.4 trillion.

If Arsenal can afford Brazilian player, it will break the record for most expensive purchase of a player who is still held by Cristiano Ronaldo, who was bought by Real Madrid for 90 million pounds.

As reported by The Sun, Thursday, (10.13.2011) the only Arsenal prepare bid for a contract for 23 million pounds to get the Hulk in the upcoming January transfe market.

Hulk representative, Teodoro Fonseca, told the Portugal newspaper, A Bola, that every year there are more clubs interested in his client. Fonseca is also aware that there are clubs outside the Premier League is also interested in getting services 25-year-old striker.

"This is a rumor news Arsenal. It is true that there have been previous contacts, but nothing happened,''he said.

"I often speak with Porto and the numbers have not changed. He will only be sold if someone is paying 100 million pounds. Thus, an offer worth 23 million pounds which has emerged it will not be considered," explains, Fonseca.

Of course Arsenal refused the Porto offer, for a player who has scored 39 goals in 76 matches in the Portugal League with Porto. Porto also has binding contracts Hulk up to five years and in the content of the contract agreement is only the Hulk can be released at a price of 100 million pounds.

Fabianski Threatens to Leave Arsenal

LONDON - Lukasz Fabianski getting nervous because no guard is also given confidence Arsenal crossbar. Fabianski reportedly ready to apply for a transfer to get a regular place.

Arsene Wenger preferred to trust architects Wojciech Szczesny became the Gunners last doorstop. Practically, in the Polish compatriot, Fabianski out of the starting XI. And Fabianski still hoping to attract the attention of the Polish national team coach Franciszek Smuda to be included in next year's Euro 2012.

Looking at the situation in the Emirates who was also improved, Fabianski will select the option to leave the North London club to get more flying hours.

"If my situation does not change, I would consider transfer request," said Fabianski told to Polish newspaper, Przegladem Sportowym.

"If I want to go to Euro 2012, the only way I can do is ask my coach to play on a regular basis," he continued.

Wenger revealed new Fabianski once this season, when the Gunners arrested second division club Shrewsbury Town in the Carling Cup event.

Bergkamp: Arsenal Need Pure Striker

LONDON - Former of Arsenal player, Dennis Bergkamp, assess to the club who ever defend by him, does not have a pure striker. According to assistant coach of Ajax, Arsenal need to change strategy on the opponent's penalty box to create a more productive Arsenal scored.

Robin van Persie at this time, has become the top scorer for the club is nicknamed The Gunners. However, according to the current Bergkamp Arsenal needed a pure striker.

"Van Persie is the next player. But he is more suited to play my old role as a striker hole, 'Bergkamp said as quoted mirrorfootball.co.uk on Wednesday (12/10/2011).

According to him, Arsenal would lose a pure goal scorer. The reason is North London club was relying on the players. "All the quarterback has the ability that is almost evenly. You need a player who played in the back of Van Persie," Bergkamp advice.

Van Persie Rejects Conversation about the Future

LONDON - The contract Robin van Persie with Arsenal will be exhausted in 2013. However, Van Persie refuses to talk about it goes with the Gunners.


Arsenal to won the title chances this season, becoming smaller because it does not show consistency in the Premier League and the Champions League. Allegedly due to lack of this conditions experienced after the players in the team's body of Arsene Wenger left by Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri.


Although the performance was not optimal, Van Persie remains optimistic about chances for the Gunners won the title.

"I have confidence in what we do with this club. There are only a fine line between winning and losing. Look at the last game against the Spurs (Arsenal lost 1-2). We can win the game with a chance that we have. There should be no panic for everybody, "said Van Persie.

Although still nurture faith, the captain of the club last northern city of London is not yet willing to commit about his future. "I'm not going to make a statement about the future," he said.

"Not at this time. I was at Arsenal for eight years and this is incredible. That's why I appreciate this. How is my future, nobody knows, "added Van Persie, as quoted by ESPN on Monday (11/10/2011).

"I understand people certainly curious, but I just dedicate everything to Arsenal now," added the player who bought from Feyenoord Rotterdam.

Wilshere Receive a Message of Death

LONDON – Arsenal midfielder happy day, Jack Wilshere, who just had a baby, tampered with threatening messages addressed to him. The message was delivered by one of Tottenham Hotspur fans.

The message was conveyed from the twitter threat to Wilshere, with a message “I hope your baby dies, “Writes the Spurs fans, three days after the Wilshere child was born.

The Sun, Friday (7/10/2011), finally managed to uncover the message sender. He is James Crispin, 24 years old man who came from Dagenham, Essex.

Crispin is the Spurs fans, who are rivals of Arsenal. He was singing that all Arsenal fans are already drunk. Crispin then adds in his message, “Hitler had a brilliant idea. “

However, his actions are opposed by his father, Russel, who labeled him ‘sick’. “I was disgusted with his behavior. Crispin often get drunk in a pub, “Clearly the father.

Finally, Crispin account was suspended by Twitter and he should apologize. He claimed one of the comments. “I realize now that my comment was really wrong. At that time, I thought it was just a joke, “He said.

Meanwhile, Wilshere, who is currently on the sidelines because of injury, are reluctant, respond to the threat.

Ramsey Can't Accept the Reality

LONDON – The phrase comes from the disappointment of Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey to see the performance of Arsenal who swooped this season. Understandably, this started the 2011/2012 edition, the Gunners had to settle for scattered at the bottom of the standings.

Swallowing four defeats in seven games, is definitely not the expected achievements. In fact, Arsenal have to recognize the benefits of rivals Manchester United with a score big enough. Arsene Wenger’s team were humiliated by a score of 8-2 against United. At the weekend, Arsenal had to lament the fate of the defeat of local rivals, Tottenham Hotspur 2-1.

“Our target today, is finishing as high as possible and hopefully we can build a game before the World Cup qualifiers next year, “Ramsey concluded.

Szczesny Laugh Rumors about Himself

LONDON – Rumors about the possible departure of Wojciech Szczesny to Barcelona is being aired. However, the player himself didn’t need them. Even the Polandia Goalie just take it as a mere joke.

Szczesny still want to stay at Arsenal as a goalekeeper and the keeper hasn’t plan to move to Catalan. About the problem, Szczesny reluctant to take it seriously and never bothered to hold a news conference to explain it.

“Please continue the rumor ‘Szczesny to Barcelona’. It makes me laugh every day when I read it! “Szczesny wrote in twitter account as quoted by Give Me Football, Friday (7/10/2011).

In his account of social media, it also once again confirms Szczesny about the issue of captaincy. Previously, Szczesny has denied that he wanted to seize the captain’s armband from Robin van Persie. Now, he’s trying to neutralize it back.

“I never say that I deserve to wear the armband to Arsenal. I said, maybe someday I will assume these responsibilities, “He wrote again in his twitter account.

“RVP run a remarkable job as captain and he is very worthy of the armband, “Lid Szczesny.

Mertesacker still constrained Communications

LONDON – Arsenal costumed not long ago, Per Mertesacker admitted he was troubled to communicate well with his new colleagues at the Emirates Stadium.

The central defender was the mainstay of the German national team, also admitted he wasn’t fully able to adapt to life in North London. Even so, Mertesacker sure over time, he will get ussualy.

“I’m still constrained communications problem, but this was inevitable, because of delays in transfer. I just got a little preparation, “He said, as quoted goal, Friday (7/10/2011).

“Just a month I left Germany. I have yet to fully adjust. Sometimes, I feel like a long vacation here. I belatedly realize the fact that now the center of my life was in London, “He continued.

“I’ve arrived in London since September, but I don’t feel like at home. I don’t have a house or apartment by myself. But that’s normal since everything takes time, “Added Mertesacker again.

Mertesacker still feel hasn’t been ‘tuned’ by the other players of the Gunners. For that, he should speed up the adjustment to his new team. In addition, the tall defender also commented, great atmosphere in North London, especially Arsenal fans.

“I felt like they were in good hands (at Arsenal), fun atmosphere. In teams, we have a lot of new players, and I think we have to adjust quickly to each other, “He concluded.

Broken Leg, Sagna Absent for 3 Months

LONDON – Arsenal right back, Bacary Sagna must to be absent early 2012 after suffering a broken leg. This makes the France Football Federation (FFF) canceled to using his services at international matches next week.

Sagna was carried out of the park on Sunday (10/2/2011) in the North London derby with Tottenham Hotspur. After falling in the game, jet skinned players were sent to hospital for further research.

Arsene Wenger revealed after the 2-1 defeat ath White Hart Lane that he is very worried about Sagna and the problem has now become clearer.

France Football Federation said Sagna suffered fractured fibula and won’t be back for about three months. Because of that, he wouldn’t return to action until January, the conditions that made Wenger had a headache as the Gunners suffered a crisis in defense.

The Gunners are often plagued by injuries early this season and makes them fragile back line. Now, they must lost Sagna again. It certainly will leave a big hole in Arsenal back line.

28 years old player has become a regular right back at the Emirates Stadium since 2007. However, Wenger is now probably have to put their trust in Carl Jenkinson, who joined Arsenal from Charlton this summer as a candidate for the future of the Gunners defender.

Recently Arsenal also receiver some bad news that the talented young midfielder, Jack Wilshere to be sidelined for five months after his injury he underwent surgery.

Van Persie is Candidates to Replace Tevez

MANCHESTER – Manchester City seemed ready to lose Carlos Tevez. Evidently, the name of the attacker Robin van Persie sticking to the surface. Roberto Mancini judge the Arsenal striker is fit to change the position of Tevez.

As reported previously, the future of Tevez with City was threatened. The reason, Argentina’s national team striker, throw tantrums by refusing to play at the Citizens when defeated by Bayern Munich 0-2 in the Champions League.

Mancini was furious with Tevez behavior. The Italian coach ensure Tevez’s career with the City is over. In fact, club management, based on the Etihad Stadium had been suspended Tevez. Mancini immediately find a replacement for former of Manchester United striker.

Reported by Guardian.co.uk on Friday (9/30/2011), Mancini set up Van Persie to replace Tevez. However, opportunities City itself to bring the Dutch striker was quite open.

The reason, Van Persie still hasn’t decided to renew his contract with Arsenal. The Gunners captain apparently still disappointed, with sold two midfielders Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri.

If the City managed to pick up Van Persie, then the attacker’s 28 years follow a number of former colleagues. They are Emmanuel Adebayor, Kolo Toure, Gael Clichy and the last Nasri, who cross into the Manchester Blue.

Olympiakos Beware of Van Persie

London – The country of origin thousand gods club, Olympiakos have to visit North London, facing a tough opponent (Arsenal), on the second leg of Champions League group phase F , Thursday (9/29/2011).

 

One pillar of them, Olof Mellberg is expected to lead his colleagues, against one of the personnel of the Big Six in the Premier League. Melberg experience, when defending Aston Villa, can be a separate reference for Olympiakos to be able to steal points at the Emirates Stadium.

 

Still, it reminding the veterans of the Swedish national team, to be aware of Robin Van Persie, who is on the rise , and scored many goals. Moreover, according to Mellberg, a new position now is not familiar with Van Persie when Mellberg facing him in the Premier League.

 

“I’ve played against him several times, but not on the present position. Currently he plays more like a striker. First he is a winger,” Mellberg said, as quoted by The World Game on Wednesday (9/28/2011).

 

“He’s a good player, but we also will not forget the other players. We will also focus on the team itself, our preparation may be enough to overcome (Van Persie ) and the other Arsenal players,” he continued.

 

Appearance of The Gunners who were up and down, not a reason to respect them as a favorite team. Moreover, they will be playing at home.

 

“I’ve heard, some of the problems they experienced and they’re not having a good start to the season, but facing against them are always difficult, especially here, at the Emirates Stadium,” said Mellberg.

Wenger: Mertesacker Show Leadership

LONDON – Just about a month, Per Mertesacker landed at Arsenal, but his leadership is showed by him to his teammate, and also the coach, Arsene Wenger.

Performance of Mertesacker makes Wenger praise to him. Since the former defender was in plot in defense line of the Gunners, they defense increasingly stronger and organized, thanks to his leadership that had a plenty of experience at Werder Bremen and the German national team.

“Per increasingly tough every time. His game is calm, intelligent, and he clearly showed that he was able to lead the defense line, “Flattered Wenger, as quoted Yahoosports, Wednesday (28/09/2011).

Heard the praise from the coach, didn’t make Mertesacker become an arrogant. He will continue to train hard to develop his abilities. Especially the ability to survive.

“If the coach flatter me, I’m certainly glad to hear it. But I have to keep training hard, I know still become better. I want to look good, especially at defend, that’s my job, “Added the defender mainstay of Der Panzer.

Wilshere Absent for Five Months

Midfield was going to undergo surgery in a London hospital on Monday (9/26/2011) morning.



He quickly announced on Twitter after the operation “all went well and he was looking forward to start the rehabilitation of the injury.



Initially, an estimated of 19 years old player will be sidelined until Christmas, but apparently missed predictions because Wilshere takes time for healing.



Arsenal also afraid Wilshere to be out much longer, and it may prove that he was expected to sidelined until February 2012.



“This morning Jack Wilshere has undergone ankle surgery in a hospital in central London, “Said a statement released on the official club website on Tuesday (9/27/2011).



“He was under the care of two world-renowned surgeon, Jack had improved his right ankle. Early indications are that the operation was successful and now he will undergo a prolonged rehabilitation, “Said the statement.



“It is considered that his rehabilitation will take four to five months, “A statement on the official site for the Gunners.



Wilshere was disappointed not to go to the field for long periods of time, but he was planning to back to the starting XI for the Gunners as soon as possible.



“I had surgery this morning and all is good, my ankle little sick, but I’m already looking forward to working hard to get more healthy and play again, “He said.



“I also just want to said thankyou for the message and lots of support I receive from you, the supporters of Arsenal’s. See you all, immediately at the Emirates, “Due diligence.

RVP, 'Messi' from the Gunners

LONDON – Two goals has been made in the previous games, as well as to fulfill the goals record 100 which acted by Robie van Persie, make Arsene Wenger praised him for the skies. Wenger even dare same as Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi.



Although it has been long out-studded title at Arsenal, Van Persie remains the most dependable player for the Gunners, after leave by Cesc Fabregas to Barca, RvP directly become a skipper of North London team.



The notch 239 caps, 64 came of the bench, Van Persie become the 17th Arsenal players in history club, who successful record 100 goals.



According to the assessment of France coach, the typical of RvP isn’t a pure striker, his movement is very dynamic, and for him, he is the ‘Messi’ of Arsenal.



“I see similarities in his position with Messi. He accelerates into the opponent’s defense, he also likes to push the front line for the more attacking team, “Wenger chirping, as quoted by Emirates 247, Monday (9/26/2011).



“Judging from the position of his role, he was like as a central striker. But when you see his movement around the penalty box, his movement is very clever, running diagonally between of the opponents, “Continued the Professor.



With the Van Persie on the pitch, Wenger Believes will always bring positive results, because the RvP often make the difference in the Arsenal game.



“I always thought that his first touch is very good, he was able to make a difference, even from a narrow angle to find opportunities, “Added Wenger.

Profile of Arsenal

Arsenal Football Club Facts

	Full Name:	Arsenal Football Club
	Nickname:	The Gunners
	Founded:	1886 as Dial Square
	Colours:	Red and White
	Home Ground:	Emirates Stadium
	Manager:	Arsene Wenger
	Premier League Titles:	13
	FA Cup Titles:	10

 

Arsenal Football Club Profile

Arsenal are an English professional football club based in Holloway, North London. They play in the Premier League and are one of the most successful clubs in English football, having won 13 First Division and Premier League titles each and 10 FA Cups.

 

Arsenal Football Club History

Arsenal were initially founded in Woolwich, south-east London, as Dial Square in 1886 by workers at the Royal Arsenal, but they changed their name to Royal Arsenal shortly thereafter. After turning professional in 1891, they again changed their name to Woolwich Arsenal.

The club joined the Football League in 1893 in the Second Division and won promotion to the First Division in 1904. Financial difficulties resulted in Woolwich Arsenal’s effective bankruptcy by 1910, from which they were rescued by Henry Norris.

After their relegation back to the Second Division in 1913, Arsenal moved to the new Arsenal Stadium in Highbury, North London and dropped “Woolwich” from their name in 1914. Although only finishing in fifth place in 1919, they were elected to rejoin the First Division at the expense of local rivals Tottenham Hotspur.

Under the guidance of manager Herbert Chapman, Arsenal dominated English football in the 1930s by winning the FA cup trophy in 1930, the First League championship in 1931 and a further 4 titles and another FA Cup over the next 7 years.

After a hiatus during WWII, Arsenal won 2 more titles and an FA cup over a 5 year period under the leadership of Tom Whittaker. After his death in 1956, a barren 14 years for the club followed until the club physiotherapist Bertie Mee was appointed manager in 1966, and in 1970 Arsenal won their first European trophy, the UEFA Fairs Cup against Anderlecht, becoming the second club of the 20th century to win the Double in 1970-71.

During the past twenty years they have been one of the most successful clubs in English football winning two additional Doubles, the Premier League in 2003-04, and in 2005-06 they became the first London club to reach the UEFA Champions League Final.

 

Emirates Stadium

Highbury served as Arsenal’s home stadium from September 1913 until May 2006 which at its peak could hold over 60,000 spectators, and had a capacity of 57,000 until the early 1990s till the Taylor Report and Premier League regulations forced Arsenal to convert Highbury into an all-seater in time for the 1993-94 season, reducing the capacity to 38,419 seated spectators.

Based on revenue considerations and the restricted expansion of Highbury, Arsenal proposed building a new 60,000-seater stadium 500 m southwest of Highbury at Ashburton Grove in 2000.

This project, sponsored by the airline Emirates to the tune of £100 million, was completed in July 2006 in time for the start of the 2006-07 season. The stadium has an all-seated capacity of 60,355 making it the second largest stadium in the Premier League after Old Trafford. The stadium will be officially known as Emirates Stadium until at least 2012.

 

Supporters and Rivalries

Arsenal fans refer to themselves as “Gooners” based on the team’s nickname, “The Gunners”. Virtually all Arsenal home games are sold-out to their large and loyal fanbase; in 2007-08 Arsenal had the second-highest average League attendance for an English club of 60,070 or 99.5% of available capacity.

Arsenal’s major rival is their nearest major neighbour, Tottenham Hotspur; matches between the two sides are contested in the North London derbies. Chelsea and West Ham United are also considered rivals, but the rivalry is not as intense as that between Arsenal and Tottenham. Arsenal and Manchester United have also had a strong on-pitch rivalry since the late 1980s, which has intensified due to strong competition between the two sides for the Premier League title.