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We might have made hard work of it but now it’s time to kick on, strengthen properly and go for the title…

Manchester United have targeted former Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas. Here’s how the Spanish maestro has transformed himself into a player that has the versatility to improve any team.

From injury prone kid without a defined position to the world’s most prolific striker and Premier League Champion with Manchester United, how did Robin Van Persie do it? Who better to ask than an Arsenal fan.

A tie that many wanted to see, arguably the two best sides in Europe will go head-to-head in the Champions League semi-final. Barcelona aren’t as invincible as they once were – here are 10 reasons why Bayern can reach the final…

Another season without any silverware and while securing a top four finish will be great, Arsene Wenger needs to make drastic changes in the summer if Arsenal are to end the baron trophy run.

Van Persie’s sending off against Barca gave Arsenal a mountain to climb, but what if he’d stayed on and they’d gone through? Here are the possible ramifications…

He’s received a lot of stick this season, but Ramsey hasn’t let the critics affect him. Now back in the middle of the park, the Arsenal man is finally showcasing his talent that saw us buy him in the first place.

Hey may’ve become the butt of jokes in recent months, but the Ivorian will be crucial to Arsenal securing a top four finish and a return to the Champions League.

The Spaniard looked out of his depth against Bayern and it’s high time Wenger bites the bullet and brings in a new midfielder who has the engine and passing game to take Arsenal forward…

The midfielder has performed admirably when shielding the back four and if Ramsey can prevent Bale from going for goal from range, Arsenal can inflict defeat on Spurs.

A victory against Bayern is essential to help the club overcome its recent fractures and to do this not only must Arsenal play as a unit rather than the team of strangers that faced Blackburn but fans and manager must all pull together.

A demoralising defeat to Blackburn Rovers wouldn’t have boosted the confidence of the squad one iota ahead of Bayern Munich on Tuesday, but Arsenal’s lack of continuity is evident and it’s slowing beginning to kill us.

The Ivorian Gunner has inspired and infuriated in equal measure in his time at the Emirates. Starting on Saturday, Arsenal’s supporters can do their bit to ensure that he remains on top form…

Called upon to play in the heart of defence against Sunderland, Sagna put in a stellar performance alongside Mertesacker as Arsenal secured an unlikely three points at the Stadium of Light.

Arsenal have a patchy record at the Stadium of Light, but a direct approach should get the best out of Arsenal’s form players and secure victory on Saturday…

At long last – someone that isn’t Andre Santos can play at left-back. With Gibbs out injured, deadline day arrival Monreal will be vital if Arsenal are to secure all three points against Stoke.

Arsène Wenger appears determined to end Arsenal’s long wait for a trophy. He must be careful: Champions League qualification is more important than silverware…

His return disrupted the balance in the midfield, but we’ll need Jack to pull the strings in the middle of the park if we want to defeat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, even if it means shifting Cazorla to the wing.

Koscielny’s early red card didn’t help, but the capitulation of the team was of one that is devoid of confidence. We need leaders once again on the pitch otherwise it could be a gloomy second half of the season.

The last player to score for City at the Emirates Stadium was DaMarcus Beasley five seasons ago. If our midfield is up to the task against the champions, there is not reason to extend that record to six.

Our starting trio is as a good as any, but it’s the back ups that fail to provide the necessary quality to step up to the field of play when called upon. Until the problem is addressed, you can expect the Gunners to continue their current trophy drought.

Theo Walcott’s hat-trick against Newcastle has shown just how valuable a part of Arsenal’s strike force he can be. However, at the other end of the pitch, Arsenal still have problems…

The Gunners have the chance to return to the top four with a win against the struggling Geordies, but the big question for Wenger is whether he lets Theo continue in his preferred central role..

It may be strange to not start your skipper if he’s fit, but the Verminator doesn’t deserve to start at centre-back over Mertesacker or Koscielny, who have given Arsene the best type of selection headache…

Frimpong is known more for his off-field antics than his play on it, but make no mistake, the kid can play – and his loan move to Charlton will be mutually beneficial…

Every season we get Tottenham fans gloating to us about how ‘this is the season’ that they over-take us. And you know what? They never do. You think they’d learn, but no. Once again Arsenal showed their status as the superior team in North London…

Despite the example of Ferguson at United, Arsene Wenger probably won’t stay Arsenal manager for many more seasons, but is his replacement already being prepared as assistant manager? Here’s why Steve Bould could do the job when Wenger steps down…

With the Gunners star set to return from injury soon, he may find it difficult to usurp the colossal Frenchman in the middle of the park…

Arsenal’s Abou Diaby has constantly had to put up with comparisons to Patrick Vieira, but there’s a certain Man City midfielder who he’s a bit more similar to… Sam Drew discusses the similarities of Yaya and Diaby.

Diaby looks to have put his injury troubles behind him, Wenger’s new signings got off the mark and the other main talking points from yesterday’s win at Anfield…

Two key components of Arsenal’s defence are missing today, and the team are still getting to know each other in attack. It might be an even tougher trip to Stoke than usual…

With the opening day of the season looming, Robin Van Persie, the Gunners’ talisman looks set to join one of their league rivals – but here’s why there is still reason for Arsenal fans to be optimistic.

What to expect from Arsenal in 2012/13, including Gervinho having a good season, a challenge for a trophy and the customary finish above Tottenham…

He had a mixed first season, but Gervinho should have adapted to the league enough to have a great impact on Arsenal’s season in his second campaign…

Stuart Pearce’s Great Britain side won against the UAE last night, but there are still issues that need ironing out. Here’s why Pearce’s tactical methods need some revision…

He should be great, he offers flashes of brilliance but more often that not frustrates or is injured. Here’s the Abou Diaby conundrum facing Arsenal…

Any youngster at the Gunners who is loaned out to Spain knows the writing is on the wall for their Premier League career. Here’s why Arsene Wenger should be farming out talent to Germany and Holland instead…

He may have left for Real Sociedad after a disappointing few years, but we’ll always have those cheeky chips…

In the second part of our interview, popular football writer and author discusses Brazilian football, Poland and Ukraine’s co-hosting of EURO 2012, The Blizzard magazine and more…

In the first part of a two-part interview with Blizzard Editor Jonathan Wilson he discusses back threes, the development of tactics and why English players just don’t get it…

Robin van Persie looks set to leave Arsenal. But could their current players and new signings together do more than ease the blow, and instead fire them to a title at last?

With his brutal statement criticising Wenger and stating his desire to leave, Robin van Persie has burnt bridges. Here’s why he might regret it, and has let many people down…

Cesare Prandelli overcame injuries, fatigue, betting scandals and Mario Balotelli’s ego to take his Italy side to the EURO 2012 final. Here’s why he’s my manager of the tournament.

Pat Rice was replaced by Steve Bould at the end of the season as assistant manager. Here’s why Bould can help Arsenal end seven years without a trophy…

Despite having played out wide for Arsenal, all of the signs point to Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to play in the middle for Arsenal. Here’s why he’d be best suited to a central berth…

With Emmanuel Frimpong possibly tweeting his way into Arsene Wenger’s bad books, could he still break into the Arsenal team, especially up against Francis Coquelin?

After releasing several songs as stand-alone tracks, British rockers Futures have released their debut album, and it doesn’t disappoint. Here’s why the album should be on your list this summer…

After critics pointed to his international performances to show that Ronaldo is still in Messi’s shadow, he’s starting to prove them wrong…

With Wayne Rooney set to return to England’s XI tonight, many are adamant England should switch to a more adventurous 4-2-3-1 formation. Here’s why they’re wrong:

Many are calling for Walcott to replace Milner for tonight’s match against Ukraine yet according to this Arsenal fan, Walcott is better used off the bench for England.

After years of not spending any money, or lots of money on flops, or last supermarket sweeps, Wenger has finally started splashing on sensible players in the summer transfer window.

Alan Dzagoev has quickly become the player to watch at Euro 2012, and one of those watching him is reportedly Arsene Wenger. The last Russian he signed didn’t work out so well, but this time it could fire them to glory.

Roy has caught everyone on the hop by naming Arsenal’s tyro ahead of Downing for this evening’s game against France. But is he ready to perform consistently at the highest level?

The Group of Death kicked off yesterday, with pre-tournament front-runners Germany and Holland enjoying contrasting opening games. Here’s a tactical analysis of the cagey first matches from Group B…

The vultures of Manchester City are circling over the Arsenal captain, but losing him would send all the wrong messages and invite another season of transition

After years of buying young and developing players, Wenger seems ready to change tack and go with the kind of experience that Arsenal need.

Reading are coming up, they could get it horribly, horribly wrong, or they could follow Norwich City’s example…

Wigan’s latest big-gun upset was a surprise to most, and much of the reason for the win over Arsenal can be attributed to a fluid, interchanging defensive line that is reminiscient of Barcelona

Both have their own strengths and weaknesses, but neither seem to stay fit long enough to hold down a place in Arsenal’s back four. Who is the long term solution?

Arsenal might have come up short against AC Milan, but the performance of the Ox and the team as a whole shows that the clouds are lifting at The Emirates…

For a while now, Arsenal have been rigid. On Sunday, we saw the complete opposite thanks to Bacary Sagna and Kieran Gibbs.

Since the departure of Cesc Fabregas, the pressure has piled on Aaron Ramsey to fill the Spaniards boots – with no like for like replacement signing made, Arsenal have now become a team stuck firmly between two eras.

After the mauling in Milan and the ineffective displays by Walcott and Ramsey, Can Yossi and co step up and give Wenger some positive selection headaches in the coming months?

It’s not all bad for Arsenal following their spirited 2-1 defeat to the champions. Individual performances and a vast improvement on the 8-2 show give the fans some hope.

Considered by many to play the best football in the league, Swansea will be a tough test at the Liberty Stadium today…

With Andre Villas-Boas coming under predictable scrutiny whilst in charge at Chelsea, one Arsenal fan states why he believes AVB would have been better suited to the North London side…

Thierry Henry himself couldn’t have scripted his return to Arsenal any better. But let’s hear it for the supporting cast…

How things can change… despite drawing with Fulham this Arsenal side have found a team-spirit and resilience that has been missing for years…

Despite a recent revival at the Emirates, Arsene’s men shouldn’t underestimate Dortmund, with a trio of young attacking talent to fear ahead of their fifth Champion’s League group game.

Defenders beware: Following a convincing win against Norwich, it looks as though Gervinho, Walcott and van Persie are here to tear you apart.

Theo Walcott will be buoyed by the return of Thierry Henry to Arsenal this week for training purposes, but will seeing his idol at work help him improve his game against Norwich at Carrow Road?

With star men committed to the collective cause and Aaron Ramsey impersonating Cesc assuredly, Arsenal are on the march again.

After previously suffering a string of calamitous errors from Manuel Almunia against West Brom, Arsenal fans finally have a goalkeeper to shout about in Wojciech Szczesny

Arsenal and Marseille have had startlingly similar starts to this season, with both clubs in resurgence after a rocky patch can Arsenal halt the French side’s return to form?

Despite the captain bagging a hat-trick, the dramatic 5-3 victory against Chelsea prove that Arsenal are not entirely a one Van team, with impressive performances coming from his increasingly in form team mates.

Positive performances from Robin Van Persie and Andrey Arshavin have made for comfortable viewing for Arsenal fans in recent weeks, but against Chelsea it will be their new Spanish midfield dynamo who will be of most importance…

His goal and assist helped Arsenal to Carling Cup victory against Bolton last night so is the key to the Russian’s form playing through the middle rather than out on the wing?

Accused of being a one man team, can Ju-Young Parkprove himself to be Robin Van Persie’s capable deputy up front for Arsenal where Chamakh has failed.

After a shaky start to the new term, and the loss of key players in the summer have Arsenal found an on field leader who can drag them back to winning ways?