Never has a proverb been so apt when it comes to Arsenal’s time under Mikel Arteta. So many times we have almost had our lips on the cup, ready to taste the sweet flavour of victory, only for a last second slip to rob us.
Patrick Vieira has urged Arsenal to return to the style of play that brought them early-season success, as the Gunners continue to struggle for goals in the current campaign.
Riccardo Calafiori remains an important member of the Arsenal squad, which made his absence from the match against Sporting Club particularly notable. The Gunners were able to complete the task without him in the team, yet his unavailability was still a concern, given his growing importance to the team.
Arsenal could face either Bayern Munich or Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final if they successfully progress from the semi-final stage. The Gunners must first overcome Atletico Madrid in what promises to be a demanding two-legged contest.
Marc Casado continues to be linked with a move away from FC Barcelona, with Arsenal among the clubs reportedly interested in securing his signature. The Gunners are understood to view the midfielder as a potentially important addition and have placed him on their shortlist ahead of the next transfer window.
Arsenal will face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final after both sides secured their places in the last four this week. Atletico progressed by overcoming FC Barcelona in the previous round, despite many expecting the Catalan side to advance.
Martin Zubimendi continues to be linked with a future move to Real Madrid after the Spanish giants failed to secure his signature ahead of Arsenal during the summer transfer window.
Arsenal have reportedly been pleased with the impact of Riccardo Calafiori since his arrival, a signing that may encourage the club to continue targeting talent from Serie A in future transfer windows.
Bukayo Saka has now missed four consecutive matches for Arsenal through injury, and the Gunners will be eager to have him available again before their crucial meeting with Manchester City.
Arsenal are reportedly rivalling Chelsea and other big clubs for the potential transfer of Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga. The Gunners are said to be long-term admirers of the 16-year-old, who can play as a winger or central attacking midfielder.
Declan Rice has admitted that watching Manchester City lift the Carabao Cup a few weeks ago was painful, and he is using that disappointment as motivation ahead of Arsenal’s crucial meeting with the Citizens this weekend.
At a time when Gooners use words like stress and anxiety, if you ever needed perspective that football is a beautiful game, but just that, a game, then the news that Alex Manninger has passed away should do that for you.
Gabriel Jesus has one year remaining on his Arsenal contract, but there is increasing expectation that this will be his final season at the Emirates Stadium, with the club reportedly open to his departure.
Arsenal are among several clubs interested in signing Anthony Gordon at the end of the season, with Newcastle United facing a significant challenge to retain one of their key players.
Speculation continues over Anthony Gordon’s future, with latest reports suggesting he’d favour Arsenal over other interested clubs. It seems Gordon could leave Newcastle United this summer, but there have been some mixed reports about where he’d ideally like to end up next.
Arsenal are reportedly prepared to cash in on Kai Havertz at the end of the current season, with plans already in place to replace the German attacker.
Jamie Carragher has previously backed Arsenal to go all the way and win the Champions League this season, although he has now expressed doubts about their ability to complete the task.
Joe Cole has suggested that Mikel Arteta should consider altering Arsenal’s attacking selection when they face Manchester City this weekend, warning that failure to do so could risk defeat.
Martin Odegaard is eager to return to action for Arsenal as soon as possible and has provided an update on his latest injury setback. The midfielder recently suffered a knock that has temporarily sidelined him, raising concerns given his importance to the team.
Tal Rehman is a Manchester City fan who went viral last weekend when he was spotted on television drinking from an Arsenal bottle at Stamford Bridge. It is not a bad away way to be watching your team win 3-0 while discovering you are getting hundreds of views on social media.
Mikel Arteta has expressed pride in his Arsenal side after they reached the Champions League semi-final in consecutive seasons, despite encountering difficulties against Sporting Club.
Mikel Arteta has spoken candidly about Arsenal’s recent struggles following their 0-0 draw against Sporting Club in the Champions League at the Emirates last night.
Arsenal fans have been warned that they risk “killing” their team as the club heads into the crucial Premier League title run-in. The Gunners can take a decisive step towards the Premier League title this weekend as they take on their nearest rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, but the team hasn’t been performing at its best.
BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton has suggested that Arsenal star William Saliba is no longer performing at the world-class level that saw him dubbed the rock of Mikel Arteta’s backline.