Comparing Alexis Sanchez’s career at Arsenal and Manchester United
Alexis Sanchez looks to be moving closer to signing a permanent deal with Inter Milan, ending his unhappy spell with Manchester United.
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Willian favours Arsenal move if he decides to leave Chelsea
Arsenal are favourites to sign Willian should the Brazil winger opt to leave Chelsea in the coming weeks.
Mikel Arteta highlights the significance of European football to Arsenal
Mikel Arteta admits winning the FA Cup and qualifying for the Europa League was a “must” for Arsenal.
Mikel Arteta hoping FA Cup win will help keep Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at club
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang should stay at Arsenal to learn how to lift trophies, head coach Mikel Arteta said following Saturday’s FA Cup final win over 10-man Chelsea.
Prince William makes light of Aubameyang trophy fail as Arsenal claim FA Cup
Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang made just one mistake during the FA Cup final – fortunately for Gunners fans, it came when he was attempting to lift the trophy.
‘That’s why you need the president’, William jokes as Aubameyang drops trophy
The Duke of Cambridge joked that Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang required his assistance after he dropped the FA Cup trophy in front of his teammates.
How the players rated as Arsenal beat Chelsea in FA Cup final
Arsenal Emiliano Martinez: Made a smart early save from Mason Mount to settle any nerves, but given little chance with opening goal and was then not troubled much more as game went on. Showed a calm head during closing stages. 7/10
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang double helps Arsenal lift FA Cup
Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang once again lit up Wembley as his brace ensured FA Cup final victory over 10-man Chelsea.
Mikel Arteta wants Arsenal to emulate Chelsea culture by beating the Blues
Mikel Arteta is setting out to replicate the winning culture at Chelsea – starting with victory over the Blues in Saturday’s FA Cup final.
Frank Lampard: My Cech mate means Chelsea’s strength not restricted to the pitch
Frank Lampard believes Chelsea’s “real strength” at board level will boost the Blues’ continued summer recruitment drive.
Frank Lampard not targeting former team-mate David Luiz as Arsenal weakness
Frank Lampard insists Chelsea have not targeted erratic Arsenal defender David Luiz as any kind of FA Cup final weakness.
Frank Lampard tips Willian to make the right impression in the FA Cup final
Frank Lampard has backed fit-again Willian to produce another “fantastic” Chelsea performance in Saturday’s FA Cup final against Arsenal, even though his Stamford Bridge future remains unresolved.
Arsenal and Chelsea FA Cup wins in pictures
Arsenal and Chelsea go head-to-head at Wembley on Saturday in the 139th FA Cup final.
Frank Lampard and Mikel Arteta: Managers aiming to break trophy duck with FA Cup
Chelsea meet Arsenal in Saturday’s FA Cup final as two familiar London rivals go head to head for silverware once more.
Mikel Arteta draws on Arsene Wenger’s support ahead of FA Cup final
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has not spoken to Arsene Wenger ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup final – but his former manager may have played an indirect role in preparing the Spaniard for his first shot at silverware.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Manchester United have inched closer to signing Jadon Sancho, with Borussia Dortmund willing to agree to an initial fee, The Independent reports. Dortmund are said to have agreed to a base fee of £60million, which would ultimately rise to more than £100m. The Bundesliga club had seemed ready to play hardball over the 20-year-old, but are now thought to favour a rapid resolution to the transfer as they prepare for next season. United are the clear front-runners, with Liverpool and Real Madrid having dropped off.
Emiliano Martinez hoping hard work pays off with FA Cup final victory
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is hoping to enjoy the culmination of a decade-long journey from home-town poverty to FA Cup-winner this Saturday.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Manchester City’s hopes of signing David Alaba hinge on Bayern Munich offering him a more attractive package to stay at the German club, according to Bild. City and Paris St Germain have expressed interest in the 28-year-old left-back. Alaba’s agent is asking Bayern to boost his contract, which expires next year, to £18million a season.
The route to an empty Wembley Stadium for FA Cup finalists Arsenal and Chelsea
The delayed 2020 FA Cup final takes place behind closed doors on Saturday as Arsenal face Chelsea at the Wembley Stadium.
A look at Frank Lampard and Mikel Arteta as bosses bid to land first trophy
Chelsea meet Arsenal in Saturday’s FA Cup final as two familiar London rivals go head to head for silverware once more.
Mikel Arteta must be backed in the transfer market, says David Seaman
Former Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman has called on the club to back Mikel Arteta in the transfer window.
Arsenal and Chelsea FA Cup final wins in pictures
Arsenal and Chelsea go head-to-head at Wembley on Saturday in the 139th FA Cup final.
Frank Lampard says Cesar Azpilicueta leads by example for Chelsea
Frank Lampard has hailed “amazing” captain Cesar Azpilicueta for setting the standard at Chelsea this year.
A look at previous Arsenal v Chelsea FA Cup finals
London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea are set to clash in the FA Cup final for the third time.
Community Shield between Liverpool and FA Cup winners scheduled for August 29
The Community Shield will take place on Saturday, August 29, the Football Association has announced.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Manchester City have made Valencia winger Ferran Torres their top transfer target of the summer, ESPN reports. Valencia are resigned to losing the star 20-year-old, who has caught the eye of several leading clubs in Europe this season. The Spain under-21 representative, valued at around £40million, is said to be keen on a move to the Etihad Stadium.
Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi to miss start of season following surgery
Arsenal have confirmed Shkodran Mustafi will miss the start of next season after having surgery on his hamstring injury.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Willian could be set to stay at Chelsea after all, with a breakthrough reached in contract negotiations, according to Sky Sports. Several clubs had been circling for the 31-year-old Brazilian, who was rumoured to want to leave Stamford Bridge, including Arsenal, Manchester United, Barcelona, and David Beckham’s Inter Miami. However, the winger is tipped to sign a new contract with Chelsea this week, despite being offered only a two-year extension instead of his preferred three.
Troy Deeney hurting after Watford relegation from Premier League
Watford captain Troy Deeney has warned his family he will be difficult to be around as he comes to terms with relegation from the Premier League.
Captain Troy Deeney may have played his last game for relegated Watford
Watford captain Troy Deeney admits he could have played his last game for the club – but that the Hornets were not good enough over the course of the season as their Premier League relegation was confirmed with defeat at Arsenal.