9:28 AM EDT, Tue October 03, 2023
Tuesday Cannon Fodder: morning news

Tuesday Cannon Fodder: morning news

Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Tuesday mornings are so much more manageable now with Arsenal back in the Champions League, aren’t they? If I were Garfield, Tuesdays were my Mondays. But now, at least on some Tuesdays, I’ve got something to look forward to in the afternoon. Although the mid-afternoon matches does mess up Gunners the rescue pup’s walk / play schedule. But he’ll just have to deal with it. It’s his namesake club playing, after all. Shifting gears. I’ve spent the better part of the last decade doing my best to avoid the news given ***gestures...
Pain in the Arsenal 2 hours ago

Why Pedro Neto’s a better signing for Arsenal than Ivan Toney

If Mikel Arteta has to choose between transfer targets for the January window, then it’s really no choice at all. The Arsenal manager should prioritise signing Wolves’ winger Pedro Neto over Brentford striker Ivan Toney. Arsenal are said to be keen on both Premier League performers and could make a move for either in the […] Why Pedro Neto’s a better signing for Arsenal than Ivan Toney - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Pain in the Arsenal 18 hours ago

Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Lens – Champions League

Mother Nature means Arsenal’s preparations for their upcoming Champions League duel at Lens haven’t been ideal. Stormy conditions in the south of England mean the Gunners will arrive in France much later than anticipated ahead of their second group game on Tuesday night. Mikel Arteta’s side purred as they celebrated their Champions League return with […] Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Lens – Champions League - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
theshortfuse.sbnation.com 23 hours ago
Arsenal Injury Update: Thomas Partey, Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, Declan Rice in training

Arsenal Injury Update: Thomas Partey, Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, Declan Rice in training

Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Good news on the injury front for the Gunners. The Arsenal injury “crisis” seems to be mostly over before it’s even begun. Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, and (surprisingly) Thomas Partey were all in training ahead of the Gunners’ Champions League match at RC Lens on Tuesday. Declan Rice, who played at the weekend, was also in training. Throughout last week, Mikel Arteta suggested that the back problem that forced Rice off at halftime against Tottenham was still making him “uncomfortable” but that may have been...
Pain in the Arsenal Oct 1, 2023

4 standout players from comfortable victory over Bournemouth

Arsenal cruised to a comfortable 4-0 victory over Bournemouth with goals from Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Ben White and a first for Kai Havertz. It was an easy afternoon for the Gunners, who never really kicked into fifth gear but never needed to. Bournemouth have had a very poor start to the season, albeit with […] 4 standout players from comfortable victory over Bournemouth - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Pain in the Arsenal Oct 1, 2023

3 reactions from Arsenal’s 4-0 victory at Bournemouth

Aside from the Champions League opener, Arsenal have not had an easy time in the Premier League. While they are unbeaten, they have dropped points at home twice and looked a bit off pace in some outings. That was until Saturday afternoon at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth. The Gunners took an early lead through […] 3 reactions from Arsenal’s 4-0 victory at Bournemouth - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Pain in the Arsenal Oct 1, 2023

Bournemouth 0-4 Arsenal: 3 talking points as Gunners ease to three points

Arsenal had a superb afternoon against Bournemouth, slamming in four goals without reply as Kai Havertz opened his goalscoring account. Arsenal had a perfect Saturday afternoon stroll as they hammered Bournemouth 4-0 to maintain their unbeaten start to the Premier League season. The lead-up to the game was dominated by several injury issues. Still, Mikel […] Bournemouth 0-4 Arsenal: 3 talking points as Gunners ease to three points - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Arsenal Women vs Liverpool: What to watch for, how to watch

Arsenal Women vs Liverpool: What to watch for, how to watch

Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Arsenal Women kick off the season at the Emirates. The Barclays WSL makes it return tomorrow across the league, with Arsenal Women hosting Liverpool at the Emirates. Arsenal have sold over 50,000 tickets, which is not bad given that Liverpool Women don’t have the same resonance as Liverpool in the Premier League. Indeed, Arsenal’s first two home games this season are at the Emirates, with the Gunners hosting Aston Villa in two weeks time. Here are three things to watch for: Can new signings make mark? Arsenal made 5 signings...
Arsenal 4 - Bournemouth 0 match report: comprehensive

Arsenal 4 - Bournemouth 0 match report: comprehensive

Photo by Christopher Lee/ A scintillating display from the Gunners. You couldn’t script it better than that. Arsenal cruised to a 4-0 victory over Bournemouth, without getting out of second gear. The Gunners extended their unbeaten run to start the Premier League to seven matches and nine in all competitions. The Cherries, on the other hand, are still looking for their first win of the season. Laudably (and foolishly) Bournemouth tried to play their heavy pressing style against Arsenal, which the Gunners passed through and around with ease. The Arsenal defenders and...
Pain in the Arsenal Sep 30, 2023

Bournemouth 0-4 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners cruise to three points

Arsenal returned to winning ways in the Premier League as they cruised to a 4-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon. Mikel Arteta duped us all by naming several injury doubts in the starting XI, with the inclusions of William Saliba, Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka bolstering Arsenal’s chances of a victory. The Gunners’ first-half […] Bournemouth 0-4 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners cruise to three points - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Arsenal vs. Bournemouth match thread: next man up

Arsenal vs. Bournemouth match thread: next man up

Photo by Steve Bardens/ The Gunners have several injuries. Players will need to step up. Arsenal travel to the south coast to take on Bournemouth, who are searching for their first Premier League win of the season. The Cherries have three draws and three losses on the season and sit just outside the relegation zone in 17th place. Hopefully the Gunners’ banged-up squad won’t be the tonic that cures their woes. In one sense, nobody really cares that the Gunners have a bunch of injuries and players at less than 100%. The Premier League table certainly doesn’t care...
Pain in the Arsenal Sep 30, 2023

3 reasons why Arsenal should not try to sign Ivan Toney

Arsenal are one of many Premier League teams interested in Brentford star Ivan Toney, but some key thoughts suggest it is a deal not worth our consideration. On Sunday, the Gunners’ striking debate went into overdrive after a frustrating 2-2 draw in the North London Derby, with Eddie Nketiah failing to make an impact all […] 3 reasons why Arsenal should not try to sign Ivan Toney - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Pain in the Arsenal Sep 30, 2023

3 things to look out for when Arsenal visit Bournemouth

The Gunners head to the Vitality Stadium for a pivotal match against Bournemouth. Last season, Arsenal visited the southern coast and won the match before the break. Can the Gunners replicate that performance or will they need a Reiss Nelson late goal at the death to take the three points? It will be interesting to […] 3 things to look out for when Arsenal visit Bournemouth - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Pain in the Arsenal Sep 29, 2023

3 players crucial to an Arsenal win at Bournemouth

With a Carabao Cup win behind them, Mikel Arteta will already be turning his players’ attention to Bournemouth. Momentum is key, especially with the game against Manchester City looming closer. Rotation will certainly need to be a factor at the weekend. Injury concerns with Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli, Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka are still […] 3 players crucial to an Arsenal win at Bournemouth - Pain in the Arsenal - Pain in the Arsenal - Arsenal News, Transfer Rumours, and Fan Community
Arsenal at Bournemouth Preview: All Hands on Deck

Arsenal at Bournemouth Preview: All Hands on Deck

Photo by Jacques Feeney/Offside/Offside via Facing an injury crisis, the Gunners hit the road to face the Cherries On Saturday, Arsenal take on 17th ranked AFC Bournemouth away from the Emirates with a pivotal match against Manchester City on the horizon for the Gunners. At the moment, Arsenal find themselves at a bit of an impasse. With fixtures coming thick and fast, the Gunners are facing down the barrel of a very real (and very worrying) injury crisis while trying to field a strong enough side to keep them within striking distance of league leaders Manchester...