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Premier League: Forest survive as Arsenal's title hopes end

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 Nottingham Forest 1 - 0 Arsenal (Manchester City are now Premier League champions.) Nottingham Forest beat Arsenal at the City Ground to secure their Premier League survival. Taiwo Awoniyi's 19th-minute goal was enough to seal the win and spark jubilant scenes from the home supporters at the final whistle. Arsenal dominated possession throughout the match but they could not find a way through Forest's spirited defence. After what must have seemed like an age as he paced up and down his technical area, waiting for seven minutes of injury time to pass and the loss of goalkeeper Keylor Navas in the very last seconds, Forest boss Steve Cooper was able to celebrate survival. JOB. DONE. WE ARE STAYING UP!!! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/8qrHq0i522 — Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) May 20, 2023 In the stand above, owner Evangelos Marinakis was also hugged by those around him, having been rewarded for keeping faith with Cooper during a tumultuous campaign. Premier League news (eurosuperfootba

Premier League: A pivotal day in the title race

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 Sunday 11th May was a pivotal day in the 2022/2023 title race Let's explore the two matches that have almost decided the destination of the Premier League trophy. Everton 0 - 3 Manchester City Ilkay Gundogan was the star of the show for Manchester City in this match. The German midfielder was involved in all three of City's goals with a sublime flicked finish before providing the cross for Erling Haaland's close-range header. The midfielder also curled in a glorious free-kick from the edge of the penalty area. In the end, this was a routine away for City. Click here to find more Premier League news:  Premier League news (eurosuperfootball.blogspot.com) The loss for Everton leaves them looking nervously over their shoulders with two games remaining, hovering just one point above the relegation zone. Ryan, a Manchester City Season Ticket holder, told us: "This was an awesome result. We are well in the driving seat for the Premier League title now." You can watch th

Premier League: Arsenal maintain title challenge

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 Newcastle United 0 - 2 Arsenal Arsenal clawed Manchester City's lead at the Premier League summit back to one point after they came out on top against Newcastle United. Mikel Arteta's side responded superbly to the pressure exerted by Manchester City's victory over Leeds United to prevail in an action-packed, edgy encounter littered with chances on Tyneside. Newcastle started at lightning pace and Jacob Murphy hit the post and had a penalty award overturned by VAR. Arsenal showed their strength and it was captain Martin Odegaard who followed up his double against Chelsea in midweek by drilling his 15th Premier League goal of the season past Newcastle keeper Nick Pope. Premier League news (eurosuperfootball.blogspot.com) What followed was a magnificent game full of opportunities, Pope saved crucially from Gabriel Martinelli, Bukayo Saka and Odegaard before half-time. Martinelli also struck the bar after the break. Arsenal keeper Aaron Ramsdale also produced vital stops

Women's UCL: Arsenal left heartbroken

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 Arsenal Women 2 - 3 VfL Wolfsburg Ladies Arsenal were knocked out in the Women's Champions League semi-finals with a crushing extra-time defeat by two-time winners Wolfsburg at the Emirates Stadium. A terrible mistake by defender Lotte Wubben-Moy gifted possession to Wolfsburg with minutes to go and unmarked substitute Pauline Bremer poked in a cross from close range. In front of a record crowd for a women's game in England, Arsenal put the 60,063 fans through an array of emotions before leaving them heartbroken after 120 minutes. Arsenal took an early lead through Stina Blackstenius after avoiding a video assistant referee (VAR) scare for a potential handball in the box by Wubben-Moy in the opening minutes. Wolfsburg then responded as returning captain Alexandra Popp - ruled out of the first leg with a calf injury - set up Jill Roord to make it 1-1 on the night and later headed the visitors in front. A Blackstenius close-range finish was ruled out by VAR shortly into the

Premier League: Dramatic scenes at Emirates Stadium

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 Arsenal 3 - 2 Bournemouth  Premier League leaders Arsenal came from two goals down to beat Bournemouth. Bournemouth had taken the lead after just 9.11 seconds through Philip Billing and the away side then went 2-0 up via a Marco Senesi header. However, Arsenal pulled level with goals by Thomas Partey and Ben White, before Reiss Nelson struck in the 97th minute. A new hero at Arsenal  Nelson had played just 64 minutes of Premier League football this season before being thrown on as a second-half substitute by Mikel Arteta. One Twitter user said: "What an unbelievable strike from him. I’m so happy for him with everything that’s happened to him at Arsenal. Hitting one of the best left-footed shots that I’ve seen at the Emirates for a long time." A crucial game at both ends of the table Bournemouth’s players crumpled into assorted heaps. Arsenal’s hurled themselves around ecstatically. Both sets of fans and players know episodes like this can decide everything. There was barel

Premier League: Most dramatic ends to the season

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We all love a dramatic end to the season Let's explore some of the best and most iconic title races in the history of English football. Will the 2023 race for the title match any of those listed below? Liverpool and Arsenal 1989 Throwback to 1989 when Arsenal managed to clinch their 9th league title at Anfield in the most dramatic night in club history pic.twitter.com/YSqyids0H9 — Throwback Arsenal (@ThrowbackAFC) August 22, 2019 Arsenal faced Liverpool in the last game of the season and needed to beat the Anfield side by two goals to win the league. They managed this at the last minute. What a moment. This is the only one before the Premier League but we're sure there are many other dramatic title races from the Division One era. Blackburn Rovers and Man United in 1995 A crazy season. This race also went to the last second of the season. Amazingly, both Blackburn and United failed to win on the final day with Blackburn eventually taking the title by a point. It had been

Premier League: Dream start for Sean Dyche

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 Everton 1 - 0 Arsenal Sean Dyche enjoyed a dream start as Everton's manager as they stunned Premier League leaders Arsenal at Goodison Park. Dyche was appointed last Monday following the departure of Frank Lampard. The hosts picked up their first victory in 11 games in all competitions courtesy of a link-up between two men who played for Dyche at Burnley. James Tarkowski rose at the far post to power home a header from Dwight McNeil's corner to spark the sort of joyous scenes that haven't been seen since that memorable victory over Crystal Palace last season Everton had enjoyed much better chances in the opening period too. Arsenal were outfought for large periods and failed to find any rhythm, although January signing Leandro Trossard forced Jordan Pickford into a sharp save late on. The Gunners couldn't find the leveller and will see their lead at the top cut to two points if champions Manchester City beat Tottenham on Sunday. Full-time scenes Full-time SCENE

Some of the best and most controversial Deadline Day transfers

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Transfer deadline day happens twice a season and is always a crazy day.  Let's explore some of the best and most controversial Deadline Day transfers. Dimitar Berbatov - Tottenham to Manchester United in 2008 Earlier on this dramatic deadline day, it had appeared that Manchester City were going to shatter United's hopes after they had a bid of more than 20 million pounds accepted by Tottenham. United ultimately got their man and the Bulgarian would go onto win two Premier League titles and a League Cup whilst at Old Trafford. At the time of the transfer, one Manchester United fan said: "Rooney, Ronaldo, Tevez, Berbatov - Is there a better attacking outfit? Now we are really ready to attack European football like we have done domestically."  There is constant debate about the overall effectiveness of 'Berba' during his time at Old Trafford. Some United believed he was the world class addition needed at the time, others argued he slowed down a vibrant and

Fa Cup: City edge out Arsenal

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 Manchester City 1 - 0 Arsenal The Fa Cup 4th round schedule began with an interesting match in Manchester. Arsenal have established an impressive lead in the league but it was City who shaded a tight contest thanks to Ake's precise 64th-minute finish. The Gunners had chances of their own, especially in the first half when City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega saved well from Takehiro Tomiyasu and new signing Leandro Trossard. Defeat in Manchester. pic.twitter.com/6Vw97bLu2w — Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 27, 2023 There was little to choose between the sides and their Premier League battle will come into focus once more when they meet at Emirates Stadium on 15 February. What impact will this have on the title?  This was the first that the Premier League's top two had met this season and it was just as close as everyone had expected. Arsenal are currently five points ahead of City with a game in hand. However, both sides still have to play each other twice between now and the end of

UEL reaction: Arsenal clinch top spot

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 Arsenal 1-0 Zurich Let's look at all the best reaction as Arsenal clinched top spot in their Europa League group Kieran Tierney's stunning 20-yard drive into the bottom right corner ensured the Gunners finished top of Group A on 15 points, two clear of PSV Eindhoven. It was their 10th victory in 12 matches in all competitions. This was the reaction of  ArsenalVision Podcast - YouTube What did the papers say? The Guardian's match report said: "In this uniquely concertinaed season, matches played every few days, squads in permanent rotation, results are probably all that matter. Though performances remain important, too, and as Arsenal lost focus against opponents who grew in belief, it appeared their minds had drifted to Sunday, and Chelsea. Three matches remain before Arsenal sign off for the World Cup, two in the Premier League, and still being leaders when football turns its focus on Qatar is clearly top priority. "  Arsenal seal Europa League top spot after

Premier League: Arsenal thrash Forest

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Arsenal 5 - 0 Nottingham Forest . @Arsenal are young and flying! 💨 pic.twitter.com/SMHyIgZCKs — Premier League (@premierleague) October 31, 2022 Arsenal returned to winning ways in convincing fashion at the Emirates, with Reiss Nelson coming off the bench to score a brace. Gabriel Martinelli set them on the way early on with a flying header, but it wasn’t until the second half that they took control. Nelson netted twice in quick succession before a Thomas Partey screamer made it 4-0. Martin Odegaard crashed home the fifth after being set up by Gabriel Jesus, as we recorded our biggest win of the season.  The victory was Arsenal's 300th all-time at the Emirates, and took The Gunners back to the top of the Premier League table. Highlights Highlights. Video from  Arsenal - YouTube   One Arsenal fan was full of praise for Gabriel Jesus and commented on the video: "Gabriel Jesus might not be scoring goals as expected but his fluidity is helping arsenal score more goals as

UEL: PSV end Arsenal's unbeaten run

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PSV Eindhoven 2 - 0 Arsenal Arsenal suffered their first defeat in the Europa League  Goals from Joey Veerman and Luuk de Jong denied them the chance to book a spot in the last 16. It ends in defeat in Eindhoven — Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 27, 2022 After a tight first-half finished goalless, the introduction of veteran striker De Jong changed the course of the game, as he registered a goal and an assist in eight minutes to seal victory for the hosts inside a raucous Philips Stadion. The result now means that Arsenal needs to beat FC Zurich at home next week to guarantee the top spot in the group and skip February's play-off round. Knowing they had to win to have any chance of topping the group after next week’s final round of games, the hosts took the game to us in the early stages, and Aaron Ramsdale - playing his first-ever European tie - was forced to make a low save early on to push away Xavi Simons’ drive after the youngster found space in midfield. 10 goals, 4 assists

WSL: Arsenal carry on sensational form

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 Liverpool 0 - 2 Arsenal Arsenal equalled a Women's Super League record of 12 successive wins with a fairly routine victory over Liverpool. 71' - Kearns replaces Daniels in our first change. [0-2] pic.twitter.com/fYjSy8d7Iw — Liverpool FC Women (@LiverpoolFCW) October 23, 2022 They led 2-0 within 22 minutes after Lia Walti thumped in the opener and Frida Maanum beat goalkeeper Rachael Laws from close range. Liverpool carried a threat against the Gunners and could have had a penalty in the second half when Caitlin Foord appeared to handball it in the box but it was not given. With play allowed to carry on, it fell kindly for Emma Koivisto in front of goal but she struck it straight at alert goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger. Matt Beard's hosts saw more of the ball and created further chances in the second half as captain Niamh Fahey struck wide and striker Katie Stengel headed over the bar. Foord hit the outside of the right post in the first half. Stina Blackstenius was th

Premier League discussion: Can Arsenal win the Premier League?

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 It's a big question The form of Arsenal has impressed everyone and it's start look like The Gunners might be in for the long haul this season.  Let's have a look at what all of the experts and erm... 'non-experts' ae saying: European Super Football: Reporter: Phil Thomas Our resident Arsenal fan has had his say. Phil Thomas said: I'm still not sure to be honest. I would have taken top four and success in one of the three cups at the start of the season. Now, a little part of me thinks we can win the title. The big tests will come in March and April. That's when previous title bids have faded away in the past. The Guardian: Journalist: Nick Ames The Guardian's football coverage remains very popular. This is what their Nick Ames said: It augurs well when the breaks start going your way. Aaron Ramsdale knew it, judging by his fist-pumping reaction to Patrick Bamford’s penalty miss at Elland Road; Mikel Arteta almost certainly did, if his visible ecstasy at

Premier League: Arsenal hold on at Elland Road

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 Leeds United 0 - 1 Arsenal Arsenal held on to win at Leeds in a dramatic finish to a remarkable Premier League football match The match had been delayed by about 40 minutes because of a power outag at Elland Road There was additional drama in added time when the referee sent off Arsenal's Gabriel for kicking out at Leeds striker Patrick Bamford. The offivial awarded Leeds a penalty. However; both decisions were overturned after Kavanagh reviewed the incident on the pitchside monitor. Earlier, the same official halted the match after only 23 seconds of play because of a power cut at Elland Road. This meant that he lost communication with the VAR officials. The game eventually got started and Saka was shining Bukayo Saka scored the winning goal in the first half by punishing Rodrigo's loose pass, exchanging passes with Martin Odegaard before scoring at the near post. Bamford was sent on at the start of the second half and the Englishman almost made an immediate impact but his cl

UEL: Arsenal close to securing qualification

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Bodo/Glimt 0-1 Arsenal The Gunners  overcame testing conditions in the Arctic to claim a dogged 1-0 win and maintain their perfect record in this season's Europa League. Bukayo Saka’s first half goal proved enough to take the points, and although it was by no means a classic performance, Mikel Arteta will be happy with the points after making seven changes to the starting line-up. And to put the result into perspective, the Norwegian champions had won each of their last 14 home games in European competition prior to this, including a 6-1 win over Roma this time last year. It edges The Gunners closer to qualification from the group stage, with three matches left. Arsenal fans praised for making trip Despite the long and difficult trip, a number of Arsenal fans from the UK went to the match. One of them told us: "It was an expensive trip bit nothing beats following your team in Europe." Another added: "We have a great chance of winning this competition now. I really h

UEL: United and Arsenal both win in action packed night

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Omonia Nicosia 2 - 3 Manchester United Manchester United came from behind to beat Onomia Nicosia 3-2 in their latest Group E Europa League clash. The Reds dominated the game, but it was the hosts who took the lead in the first half. Bruno Felipe led the counterattack before Karim Ansarifard finished off the move to open the scoring.  Erik ten Hag called on his bench in the second half, with the introduction of both Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial changing the game. The attacking duo both found the net in the second 45, with Rashford levelling the scores before Martial put the Reds ahead. Rashford completed his brace minutes before the end, despite a late goal from Panayiotou to keep Omonia in it. United's game is a Premier League match against Arsenal Read more from the Manchester United website This video contains some of the best goals from a great night of Europa League football. Footage from  UEFA - YouTube Arsenal 3-0 Bodo/Glimt It was a comfortable night of Thursday foo

Premier League: United end Arsenal's perfect start

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Manchester United 3 - 1 Arsenal United's new boy Antony scored on his debut and Marcus Rashford got two as Erik ten Hag's men ended Arsenal's 100% start to the season at Old Trafford. The Brazilian opened the scoring 10 minutes before half-time in the pulsating duel, sweeping a shot into the far corner. Thanks for all the loving messages!! A great week to all of you!! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🔴 @ManUtd #MUFC #RedDevils #United pic.twitter.com/0RwIOxAGCu — Antony Santos (@antony00) September 5, 2022 Rashford claimed the assist for that and then after Bukayo Saka had levelled on the hour, the England striker profited from two clinical United counter-attacks. Bruno Fernandes was at the heart of both, splitting the Arsenal defence for Rashford's first, then sending Christian Eriksen clear as the Dane provided the striker with a tap-in. It was Rashford's first Premier League double since December 2020, helping lift them to fifth in the table. Arsenal remain top. However,

EFL Cup : Arsenal 0 - 2 Liverpool

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Full time: Arsenal 0 - 2 Liverpool Liverpool reached their first Wembley final for six years as a double from Diogo Jota set up a Carabao Cup final against Chelsea. Watch the highlights of the match in the video below. This was the place for all the tweets and reaction from the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final between Arsenal and Liverpool. The first match had finished 0-0.  Pre match build up Phil McNulty, a BBC Sport reporter, said: "Two strong sides fighting to face Chelsea in The Carabao Cup Final. Liverpool are still without Mo Salah and Sadio Mane, who are away at Afcon, but there is enough quality in their side and Arsenal's to suggest this will be another tight encounter following last week's goalless draw at Anfield." This is what the Arsenal boss had to say before the match. 🗣 A few words from the boss tonight... 💪 COYG! #CarabaoCup pic.twitter.com/xABt2hn2OQ — Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 20, 2022 One Arsenal fan replied to the tweet with a sim

FA Cup: Nottingham Forest stun Arsenal

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Nottingham Forest 1 - 0 Arsenal The City Ground was bouncing as Championship side Nottingham Forest stunned Arsenal with a tremendous performance. The winning goal came from Lewis Grabban as he slid home Ryan Yates' inviting cross seven minutes from time. All the best reaction Forest goalscorer Lewis Grabban told ITV: "It was good! We did well throughout the game, we deserved it and didn’t have many chances but when we got it we put it away. It is always hard against Arsenal but we did deserve it." Forest manager Steve Cooper added to the same channel: "I'm really proud of the boys, pleased with the performance. It's brilliant to get through and I hope the players now really believe in what we're doing." A special page dedicated to the FA Cup (eurosuperfootball.blogspot.com) This is how the Nottingham Forest Twitter account responded after a wonderful afternoon and evening at The City Ground. 🤩 The Reds defeat The Gunners! 👊 🌳🔴 #NFFC pic.twi