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Arsenal 4 Norwich 1 : Match Report & Post Match Reaction from Wenger and the Arsenal Players

19th October 2013 by Jeff @ArsenalTrend

German playmaker Mesut Ozil justified his status as Arsenal's most expensive player, scoring twice as the Gunners showed great offensive power and extended its lead in the English Premier League to two points.

Mesut Ozil goals keep Arsenal top of the Premier League table with a comprehensive 4-1 win over Norwich City at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. Arsenal are now unbeaten in 12 games in all competitions.

Jack Wilshere teed up the win with his opener, but another man of the moment, Aaron Ramsey, made sure that his midfield colleagues did not steal all the headlines as he carried on his red-hot form with another goal. Transformed from the opening day of the season, when they lost 3-1 at home to Aston Villa, the Gunners have remained unbeaten since.

Wilshere scored his second goal in as many games when he struck in the first half and Ozil got on the goal trail with a second-half header. At times Norwich had rare skirmishes in the Arsenal half and went close through Robert Snodgrass and Lee Martin.Jonny Howson eventually found a way past home goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny to grab a consolation and set up a tense final 20 minutes, but Ramsey and Ozil had the final say. The early groundwork for the victory had to be done without Ramsey, Arsenal's player of the month for the third time in a row, as he was rested.

Spanish playmaker Santi Cazorla was drafted in alongside Wilshere and German star Ozil in an attacking trio full of flair and creativity. With a team crammed full of international midfielders, there was little wonder that Arsene Wenger's side spent the majority of their time camped in Norwich's half. Still, visiting goalkeeper John Ruddy was not tested as much as Wenger would have liked, as his side initially did a lot of work in midfield without any end product.




Right-back Bacary Sagna was allowed space and time to get down the flank past Martin Olsson, only to either overhit a cross or watch it cleared away. A change of approach was needed, and as soon as the Gunners went through the middle, they broke the deadlock.Cazorla carried the ball forward before picking out Wilshere in space just on the edge of the 18-yard box. In turn the England ace played a neat one-two with striker Olivier Giroud before coolly tucking the ball past Ruddy from the Frenchman's flick.


With Norwich struggling to get a foothold in the game, the only disappointment for Arsenal was the sight of midfielder Mathieu Flamini departing after a 30th-minute clash of heads with Alexander Tettey. Ramsey took his place.

As Arsenal pushed for a second, Ruddy showed his England credentials when he made a reaction save at his near post as Giroud attempted to turn home Kieran Gibbs's cross from the left.

Russell Martin fired wide of Arsenal's goal soon after the interval in a warning shot for the hosts.

However, within 10 minutes, the Gunners had doubled their lead as Giroud's cross was met by Ozil and he buried a header past Ruddy to calm the nerves of the home fans.

They were on the edge of their seats again in the 70th minute, however, when Howson drilled home from just inside the box after Per Mertesacker failed to clear an Elliott Bennett cross. It fell to the in-form Ramsey to put the game to bed with seven minutes to go, jinking into the box and slamming home his 11th goal of what is turning into a remarkable season.

Ozil added his second of the day in the 88th minute as Arsenal fired another warning shot to the rest of the league. Its indeed the right momentum to have ahead of crucial Champions League game against Borrusia Dortmund on Tuesday. 





Team Line Ups 

Arsenal: Szczesny, Sagna, Mertesacker, Koscielny, Gibbs, Arteta, Flamini (Ramsey 37), Wilshere, Ozil, Cazorla (Rosicky 59), Giroud (Bendtner 78)

Subs not used: Vermaelen, Monreal, Fabianski, Jenkinson.

Goals: Wilshere 18, Ozil 58, Ramsey 83, Ozil 88.

Subs not used: Whittaker, Johnson,Bunn, Becchio, Ryan Bennett.Norwich: Ruddy, Martin, Turner, Bassong, Olsson, Tettey (Hoolahan 79), Snodgrass,Howson, Fer, Pilkington (Redmond 70), Hooper.

Goals: Howson 70

Attendance: 60,009

Referee: Lee Probert

Match Facts Via Opta

Jack Wilshere's scored his first goal in the Premier League for the first time at the Emirates. 

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Mesut Ozil now has two goals and three assists in five Premier League appearances.

Arsenal have collected more points (59) and more wins (18) in the PL in 2013 than any other side.

Aaron Ramsey has now scored six goals in his last seven appearances for Arsenal.  

Aaron Ramsey Reaction

"That's what we've suffered with in the last few seasons - being quite slow to start," he added.

"But we've come out of the blocks after the first game, which was a big upset for us. We've started off really well and bounced back since then.

"The confidence is high. Everyone's playing with a smile on their face and enjoying themselves. We're happy to be back at the top of the league and hopefully we can stay there for a long time now."




Arsene Wenger Reaction

We scored a fantastic first goal," said Wenger. "It's a combination of skill, speed of reaction, and coolness in front of goal. I think it will travel a lot and be seen by many people.

"It was one of the best I've seen, a mixture of technical quality and quick thinking. All the goals were great, but the first was exceptional."



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Jack Wilshere looks ahead to the start of the new season and declaring himself on track to full fitness

30th July 2013 By ArsenalSupremo


England and Arsenal star Jack Wilshere insists he is almost fully fit ahead of the new season and is raring to go.

Jack told the Arsenal website after the tour of Asia: "I felt better and better every game. It's difficult with the conditions. You struggle to catch your breath.

"The performances have got better every game and the opposition have got harder every game so it's good preparation. We've got the Emirates Cup coming up now and then Manchester City and then the season starts so we're going to be flying.

"I'm probably 80% fit. We've got a couple more tests and then we'll be ready."

Wilshere also highlighted the promise of England U19 internationals Chuks Aneke and Chuba Akpom, who were on the senior tour.

He said: "I remember when I was their age. It's good to come away and get used to being around the first team and learning from the manager, who is good at bringing young players through and breaking them in slowly.

"They've done well and hopefully they can get in the Emirates Cup squad and really show the home crowd what they can do."

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Jack Wilshere praises Arsenal's rising star Gedion Zelalem

Published 23rd July 2013 By ArsenalSupremo


Jack Wilshere is full of praise of Arsenal's new rising star Gedion Zelalem and insists he has a huge future in front of him.

"He sees passes that not a lot of players can. You think: 'what's he doing?' and suddenly someone is in. He's only 16 and he's an exciting player.

"It won't be long before he's ready. He's so comfortable on the ball. Even in training he's a nightmare to play against. He keeps the ball away from you and shields it. He's not very big but he's strong.

"He drifts in and out of players. He's quite a strong lad and technically he's right up there. He can use his left and right and sees so many passes. He's a good one for the future."

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Jack Wilshere excited at the prospect of big summer signings at Arsenal

18th July 2013 By ArsenalSupremo


Even though Arsenal have yet to spend big in the summer transfer window, Jack Wilshere is still excited at the prospect of big summer arrivals coming to the Emirates.

As quoted on the Sky Sports website, he said: “Everyone at the training ground has been talking about big-name signings,” he told reporters.

“It would give us all such a massive lift. Not just the players but the staff and everybody connected to Arsenal.

“Everything has changed at the other top-four clubs. Alex Ferguson has gone, Chelsea and City have new managers so we have to set our targets high.

Source : SkySports

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The Arsenal British Core Unveil the New Away Kit!

10th July 2013 By Gordon @Arsenal_Supremo


The Arsenal British Core, Carl Jenkinson, Kieran Gibbs, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Theo Walcott and Jack Wilshere was at the Emirates Stadium to unveil the Gunners new away kit for the new season. The kit will be used first when the club goes onto to their Asia Tour.

The Gunners home kit will stay the same with some slight adjustments which means this is the last year Nike will provide kits for Arsenal with their current deal runs out in one years time paving the way for Arsenal to seal a deal with Puma from next season.

Arsenal Season Awards 2012-13 (Vote for the Best Player of the Season)

21 May 2013 by Panos Lennon


The season is over as of completing an unbelievable run of a 10-games unbeatable (8 wins) which was enough to keep us in the Top 4.  Let's highlight individual efforts and precious moments of a very challenging year for the Arsenal Team.



Match of the Season
Bayern Munich 0 - 2 Arsenal
                                                                                                  

This was the game that made Arsenal gain confidence. It proved to be a catalyst to an amazing  run in the Premiere League. Additionally, dropping out of the Team our captain Thomas Vermaelen and Wojciech Szczesny  due to their poor forms, proved to be one of the best decisions Wenger made this year.

Best Defender 
Laurent Koscienly


From a good defender last year he improved dramatically in 2013. In my opinion, right know, he is one of the strongest defenders in the world. His dedication, determination and bravery were significant. Through his career he had a lot of lows but right know he can simply make the difference. The partnership of Mertesacker and Koscienly is one of the most consistent ones. Wenger finally found the perfect combination in defense after experimenting for years.


Best Miedfielder
Santi Cazorla


What can I say about this amazing player ? He is probably one of the best players Wenger managed to sign in recent years. His talent and his vision, which made an impact since the first game, are simply exceptional. One of the most exceptional players this season proved to be the most consistent one. He played overall 48 games, scored 12 goals (all of them in EPL), and provided 16 assists.

Best Forward 


Theo Walcott


Theo is becoming better and better and his record of goals this year comes of no surprise. He proved to be one of the most proactive players on the field this year and a true Gunner. His contract extension came as a very happy ending. After all of those players who left, he was one of the first ones to sign an extension to his contract. This addressed a change of policy from a feeder club to an ambitious one, which aims for glory.

Player of the Season 

Now for this part you are going to choose your favorite Player of the Season 2012-13

Player of the Season 2012-13
  
 

Leave comments of which Moments, Games or Players were your favorite ones this season and your opinion about the awards.

Video : Jack Wilshere believes Arsenal can challenge for titles

20th May 2013 By ArsenalSupremo


Jack Wilshere spoke to SkySports and he believes that the Arsenal can challenge for trophies next season, he also spoke about his minor surgery on his ankle and insists he will be back for the start of the Pre Season. 

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Arsenal seal Champions League Football : Match Pictures

19th May 2013 By ArsenalSupremo

Newcastle vs Arsenal Match Preview

18th May 2013 by Jeff @ArsenalTrend


Arsenal can secure Champions League qualification for the 16th consecutive season when they travel to play Newcastle at St James' Park on Sunday. The Gunners (20-10-7) are currently fourth in the Premier League on 70 points, two behind third-place Chelsea and one ahead of Tottenham, who occupy fifth spot. Arsenal will take their place in Europe's elite club competition next term if they beat the Magpies. A draw and even a defeat on Tyneside would also be enough for Arsene Wenger's side if Spurs lose at home to Sunderland.

The Premier League have confirmed there will be a third-place play-off match at Villa Park on May 26 between Chelsea and Arsenal if the pair end the season with identical records. If Chelsea draw with Everton at Stamford Bridge on Sunday and Arsenal win by a one-goal margin at St James' Park, both teams would be level on points, goal difference and goals scored.

"We are in a position nobody expected us to be in," said Arsenal manager Wenger, whose side are unbeaten in nine Premier League matches. "We have our destiny in our hands, our fate in our hands and that's what you fight for in the game.

"It's a game that we now want to win but at least we fought back to be in a position where we are masters of our own fate. It shows that the job that the team has done is very good because they have improved throughout the season"

Newcastle (11-8-18) are in 13th place on 41 points and secured their top-flight future with a 2-1 victory at relegated Queens Park Rangers last weekend. Magpies boss Alan Pardew has insisted his comments made after the win at Loftus Road about not caring if Newcastle lose 4-0 to Arsenal on Sundaywere not to be taken seriously.

"I know people will have picked up on my comments about not caring about the result against Arsenal, which were, of course, a joke," Pardew told the club website. "It is definitely not the case that I would be happy for us to lose 4-0 against Arsenal on Sunday. I simply want our players and fans to be able to enjoy the game without looking over their shoulders.

"Even though we are now safe, we will be putting in the same effort that we would for any other Premier League game. We want to end the season on a positive, to finish in as high a position as possible and to give the fans something to cheer about on the final day of what has been a frustrating season. "

Newcastle will be without midfielder Moussa Sissoko, striker Shola Ameobi and defender Ryan Taylor, who all have knee injuries. Goalkeeper Rob Elliot serves a one-match ban after being given a red card at QPR. Arsenal playmaker Mikel Arteta is doubtful with a calf problem, while France striker Olivier Giroud is available for selection after completing a three-match ban.

Arsenal beat Newcastle 7-3 at the Emirates Stadium in late December. Theo Walcott bagged a hat trick, while Giroud scored twice and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Lukas Podolski also scored for the Gunners. Demba Ba netted twice for the Magpies who also got a goal from Sylvain Marveaux. The match was tied 3-3 after 70 minutes before the Gunners netted four in the final 20 minutes.

Newcastle have won just once in their last 14 meetings with Arsenal in all competitions, a 1-0 win at the Emirates in November 2010.

Arsenal have historically struggled at St James' Park, winning just 20 of 81 all-time visits. The Magpies have 40 wins and the sides have drawn 21 times.

This will be the 172nd all-time meeting in what has been a close fixture. Arsenal have edged it with 67 wins to Newcastle's 66 with 38 draws.

Jack Wilshere previews the game and says he cannot wait for the last game of the season. : 

“[The mood] has got to be one of excitement because we know that if we win, we're going to be playing in the Champions League or the Champions League qualifier at the beginning of next season,” he told Arsenal Player. “I think excitement first of all. When we get into the game, we'll see what happens. Maybe a bit of nerves will come into it.

“We watched Tottenham get the three points on Sunday and that wasn't ideal but then we picked ourselves up for the Wigan game and did what we needed to do.

“We did it in style as well. We scored a few goals and it's set up a really interesting last day. If we can play like that and take the game to them we know a win decides our destiny.


Head to head Facts via BBC

Arsenal won the reverse fixture at the Emirates 7-3 in December, with Theo Walcott scoring a hat-trick.

Two seasons ago, the Magpies were 4-0 down after 26 minutes. They were still 4-0 down with 22 minutes left but then staged an incredible fightback to earn a 4-4 draw.

Newcastle have won just one of their last 11 Premier League games against Arsenal (W1, D5, L5).
Four of the last five league meetings at St James's Park have been draws, with Arsenal winning the other.

Four Arsenal players have scored 10 or more league goals this season, more than any other top-flight club - it's only the fourth time in the Premier League era that four players from one club have reached doubles figures.

If only the second half of games counted, Arsenal would already have been crowned Premier League champions.

Mark Lawrenson BBC Pundit Prediction

"The way Arsene Wenger's side have finished the season is still hugely impressive.

I am backing them to beat Newcastle too, to ensure a top-four finish - although I don't imagine it will be a straightforward win."

Gordon @Arsenal_Supremo Prediction : Tough tough game but the fact that we need the three points and they don't will prove the major factor in Arsenal winning so I will go for a 2 1 away win the Arsenal. COYG!

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Arsenal Charity ball for the Arsenal Foundation 2013 in pictures

9th May 2013 By ArsenalSupremo

Arsenal held their yearly Charity ball for their foundation to raise over £300 000 which was hosted by comedian Matt Lucas. The Foundation aims to transform the lives of young people in the UK and overseas through a range of education and sport initiatives.

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Arsene Wenger says that giving Jack Wilshere a rest will benefit him in the long run

22nd April 2013 By Gordon @Arsenal_Supremo


Jack Wilshere returned from a 6 week from injury but having been thrust into the starting 2 of the last 3 games, Jack has struggled to regain his best from but Arsene Wenger has stated that resting Jack Wilshere will benefit him from now until the end of the season after using him as a substitute against Fulham.

“He was in a bit of pain after the game but I just felt we had to stop him because of inflammation last time and I just felt to give him three games in six days would be too much,”

“Now he has a break until next Sunday and that is different so he will be available. There is no basic ankle problem.

“I do not want to go into a vicious circle again when I play him, I play him, I play him and then suddenly… I think coming back after six weeks out, two games in a week was enough.

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Arsenal 0 vs Everton 0 Match Pictures

16th April 2013 By ArsenalSupremo



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