Arsenal Football Club is known for its rich history, passionate fanbase, and a long tradition of success. From legendary matches to thrilling moments at the Emirates, the club has always been at the heart of football in the UK. However, beyond the players and the manager, there’s another driving force behind Arsenal’s achievements: the engagement … Read more
Arsenal have set many records and won many trophies over their long history but one piece of silverware still missing from their cabinet is the Champions League trophy. Europe’s most coveted club prize is something the north London outfit would desperately love to win but just how likely are they to go all the way … Read more
There are some that would argue that Arsenal’s encounters with Crystal Palace don’t really count as a derby, given how far outside of London it feels as if the Eagles actually are. That being said, when you remember that one of Palace’s fiercest rivalries is with Brighton & Hove Albion, it is far to ponder … Read more
Arsenal fans are some of the most dedicated and expressive supporters in football. A matchday isn’t just about watching a game. It’s an experience shaped by traditions, routines, and a deep sense of connection. Some supporters head to Emirates Stadium every home fixture, while others follow from pubs, lounges, or mobile screens. Wherever they are, … Read more
In spite of the fact that Ipswich Town was formed as a football club in 1878 and Arsenal, known as Dial Square at the time, was created eight years later, it actually took until 1962 for the two sides to meet one another for the first time. That is largely because of how long it … Read more
Brentford aren’t really a London club, even if the press still insist on matches between them and the likes of Arsenal being referred to as ‘derbies’. Certainly the Gunners have got enough other clubs to worry about with the likes of Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Fulham. If you start adding the Bees in the mix … Read more
Arsenal stunned the footballing world by hammering defending champions Real Madrid in their Champions League quarter-final first-leg – a match the Gunners’ faithful will remember for years to come. Inspired by this superb performance, we wanted to look back at some other Arsenal victories that could be considered among the greatest in the club’s history, … Read more
In terms of a ‘rivalry’ with a Merseyside-based team, there is little between Arsenal and Everton when compared to the one between Arsenal and Liverpool. That is largely down to the lack of success that Everton have enjoyed over the years, with the 1980s being the last time that they were successful for anything like … Read more
Arsenal legend and the club’s second-highest scorer, Ian Wright, appeared on Radio 4’s long-running Desert Island Discs in February 2020 and gave a brilliant insight into various aspects of his life. Interviewed by Lauren Laverne, the former Arsenal and England man got emotional when discussing his close friendship with another Gunners legend, David Rocastle. Not … Read more
From iconic managers to fierce rivalries, Arsenal have played their part in the rise of English football over the last few decades. Additionally, the Gunners have improved the quality of the Premier League thanks to some undoubted superstars who carried Arsenal on numerous occasions and entertained crowds at both the Emirates and Highbury. When assessing … Read more