When Martin degaard stepped up against Aston Villa, it marked the 10-year anniversary of him making his debut for Norwegian club Strmsgodset. Back then, he was a 15-year-old boy, soon to be snapped up by Real Madrid, before landing at Arsenal on a permanent contract in 2021 for 30m.
It was an enormously disappointing weekend of Premier League football, when looking at it from a Liverpool or Arsenal perspective. And rooting for Arsenal as you do, when you're Ray Parlour, the Arsenal legend wasn't best pleased with the Gunners on Sunday afternoon.
Ray Parlour-midfield dynamo In 1973 one of Arsenal’s finest Invincibles was born, the legend that is Ray Parlour. The midfielder became a trainee at Arsenal in 1989 where he famously spent 15 years at.
Ray Parlour has opened up on a time he was dropped by Arsene Wenger because the gaffer learnt he headbutted a bar. Wenger is one of the nicest men around and ended his time at Arsenal as one of the best managers on the planet.
Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour has come to the defense of Martin Odegaard. The Norway international and club captain was criticized by ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher this weekend.
Arsenal hero Ray Parlour says they must beat Liverpool today to stay in the title race. The Gunners are five points behind leaders Liverpool. Parlour told the Daily Star: "They've [Arsenal] got to bounce back.
Former Arsenal player Ray Parlour has recommended that current Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta seek guidance from Arsene Wenger on winning the Premier League title, especially as we approach a crucial stage of the season.
Arsenal is reportedly desperate to secure a striker in the current transfer window, recognising the need for additional goal-scoring prowess to contend for the league title under Mikel Arteta’s management.
Arsenal hero Ray Parlour says they must keep hold of Thomas Partey. The Ghana midfielder is being linked with Juventus this month. But Parlour told Tipsbladet: "If they won't give him the long-term contract he wants, it might be better to let him go.
The Arsenal Invincibles side of 2003/04 will go down in history not just in north London but also in the Premier League, and one of those players has suggested that just one Liverpool ace would’ve been good enough to get in that Gunners side of 20 years ago.
Ray Parlour wouldn’t be surprised if Chelsea tried to sign Aaron Ramsdale in the summer. The Arsenal goalkeeper, despite being the club’s number one last season, has found himself demoted to back-up following David Raya’s arrival in the summer.
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has recalled when Kolo Toure was on trial at the club and was taking everyone out in training. The Ivorian defender joined the Gunners in 2002 and stayed until 2009 when he left to join Manchester City.
"The bookmakers have Manchester City as favourites to win it again and Liverpool are doing alright, but Arsenal will certainly be there or there about," says Ray Parlour when confronted with the question how optimistic he is regarding Arsenal and their chances of ending their 20-year wait for the Premier League title.
Arsenal hero Ray Parlour admits Tottenham have made this year's signing of the summer. Despite his Gunners roots, Parlour rates James Maddison as the best signing made for season 2023/24 - with West Ham United's James Ward-Prowse a close second.
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour admits the club's injury situation is concerning fans. The Gunners are hoping to push for a Premier League title this season after more than two decades without a league title.
Arsenal hero Ray Parlour has sung the praises of Bukayo Saka. Parlour has praised Bukayo Saka's attitude following his Ballon d'Or nomination. Speaking on talkSPORT, he said: "He's been a revelation.
The talent of Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka cannot be overlooked. Gooners appreciate his outstanding performance week in and week out. Nonetheless, there is concern regarding Mikel Arteta’s reliance on him for the right-wing position.
Ray Parlour is very positive about this Premier League season for Arsenal and expects them to challenge for the league crown again. The Gunners were in the running to win the league in the last campaign as they challenged Manchester City for the title.
The Gunners are hoping to win the Premier League for the first time in the 20 years next season. They’ve been improving under Arteta, and now all that remains is for them to beat Man City to take the coveted title.
Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour believes Kieran Tierney should be sold. And he says a move to Newcastle would make sense. Parlour said on talkSPORT: "If Tierney were to join Newcastle, I think he would be a great signing for them.
Former Arsenal player Ray Parlour has expressed his uncertainty regarding Arsenal’s decision to sign Kai Havertz, suggesting that the club should have prioritised a striker instead.
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has questioned the club's recent signing of Kai Havertz from Chelsea. The Gunners have paid an astonishing 65 million for a player who has flattered to deceive for the past two seasons.
Arsenal’s pursuit of Chelsea star Kai Havertz in the current transfer window has gained momentum, surprising many in the process. The Gunners are keen to bolster their striking options and view the German international as a potential solution to their goal-scoring woes.
Ray Parlour has selected his combined Liverpool and Arsenal XI as the two sides prepare to face-off at Anfield on Sunday. Mikel Arteta’s side are flying
TalkSPORT got a little bit ahead of themselves this morning talking about the World Cup as they discussed a potential Quater-Final clash between England and France. Should everything go to plan on paper, the two nations will meet at the Quater-Finals stage with the winner having a good chance of going on to win the tournament from there.
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