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jeepers
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julio baptista's still at arsenal? and where the hell is carlos vela?!?!
and with regards to rodrigo palacio, not too sure about him in real life. but those who play football manager (more affectionately known as FM) would know him pretty well. he's kinda like carlos tevez IMHO.
and with regards to rodrigo palacio, not too sure about him in real life. but those who play football manager (more affectionately known as FM) would know him pretty well. he's kinda like carlos tevez IMHO.
AllenLeonidas
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Sunderland Champions of EPL this coming season! u never know...
if no wenger next time, will arsenal get relegated fgl?
Big History u know...
if no wenger next time, will arsenal get relegated fgl?
Big History u know...
fgl
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Match Report
Friendly
Bad Waltersdorf, Austria
Thursday, July 19, 2007, 7pm (CET)
Genclerbirligi
0
Arsenal
3
Van Persie 45, 65, Walcott 51
By Richard Clarke in Bad Waltersdorf
Bacary Sagna and Eduardo made their debuts as Arsenal began their Austria tour by beating Genclerbirligi 3-0 at Bad Waltersdorf Stadion on Wednesday night.
The French full back played the first half and the Croatian striker came on for the final 21 minutes in this comprehensive victory over the side that had finished sixth in the Turkish League last season.
Robin van Persie scored two of the goals but the other player on the scoresheet, Theo Walcott, really took the eye. The 18-year-old supplied an exquisite pass for Van Persie to slide home Arsenal's first with the final kick of the first half. Six minutes after the break Emmanuel Adebayor and Denilson set up the former Southampton winger to fire low into the far corner.
The two accomplices in that move also deserve a mention for their performances. Adebayor was eager and industrious, Denilson assured and efficient. The Togolese striker set up Van Persie for his second in the 63rd minute.
Overall, it was an excellent workout for Arsène Wenger's side.
The only change from the side that had kicked-off Arsenal's pre-season campaign on Saturday at Barnet was the introduction of Sagna for Kerrea Gilbert at right back. Ten of the 12 first-team players named on the bench were making their seasonal debut, including Eduardo. The exceptions were Lukasz Fabianski and Armand Traore.
It had been roasting in this part of Austria ever since Arsenal's arrival on Tuesday. The players knew all al about it, they had been training in it for two hard days. Fortunately the heat had started to dissipate by the time the game kick-off at 7pm (CET) but it was still painfully warm.
Despite that the start was not lethargic. Within 50 seconds, Manuel Almunia was forced to tip over as Okan Ozturk let fly from the right-channel.
In the fifth minute, Robin van Persie's raking cross-field ball was controlled deftly by the sprinting Theo Walcott on the right flank but he just failed to find Adabayor in the centre.
Genclerbirligi responded when Sandro's mazy dribble and shot was smuggled around the post.
Adeabyor was looking full of energy. In the 12th minute he charged down a clearance on the halfway line, sprinted down the right, skipped past Lamin's lunge and pulled the ball back for Van Persie eight yards out. Unfortunately the Dutchman lent back as he struck the ball and skied his effort horribly over the bar.
However he did make amends on the quarter-hour by forcing Genclerbirligi keeper Gokhan into a flying save.
By now the game has seemed to settle into a pattern of Arsenal having the majority of the play, but their opponents having the best chances.
That continued in the 28th minute when Sandro's right-wing corner was nodded on to the unmarked Tolga Dogantez at the far post. Almunia was out typically quickly to smother hits shot.
Ten minutes before the break, Adebayor broke clear and fed the ball back to Randall, who in turn set up Van Persie just outside the area. His shot was low and firm but Gokhan gathered at the second attempt.
It had been a relatively mundane 45 minutes albeit with some moments of quality. The best move brought the opening goal on the whistle. Walcott picked up the ball on the right and turned on the turbo to breezed past his marker before sliding a wonderfully weighted ball to the far post. Robin van Persie did the rest with a low finish.
Walcott was involved at the start of the second half, forcing Gokhan to save with his feet at the near post. Almost immediately, Adebayor sent a cross-shot whistling past the far post.
Arsenal looked like they wanted to kill off the game. They virtually did in the 51st minute. Denilson strode through midfield and fed the ball to Adebayor on the left. He passed back to the Brazilian who elected to let the ball run. His dummy fooled the Genclerbirligi defence and Walcott found the far corner of the net with aplomb.
Suddenly the rust was starting to fall off Arsenal. They began to move through the gears with ease; a fact amply illustrated by their third goal in the 65th minute. Adebayor held up the ball with intelligence before laying the ball to Van Persie to rifle home.
Eduardo made his appearance soon afterwards. He first touch sent a questioning ball to the far post which a defender had to turn behind. Eleven minutes from time, he tricked his way past his marker on the right and sent over a teasing cross that Ljungberg nodded wide.
On the strength of his 21 minutes, there will be much more to come.
Friendly
Bad Waltersdorf, Austria
Thursday, July 19, 2007, 7pm (CET)
Genclerbirligi
0
Arsenal
3
Van Persie 45, 65, Walcott 51
By Richard Clarke in Bad Waltersdorf
Bacary Sagna and Eduardo made their debuts as Arsenal began their Austria tour by beating Genclerbirligi 3-0 at Bad Waltersdorf Stadion on Wednesday night.
The French full back played the first half and the Croatian striker came on for the final 21 minutes in this comprehensive victory over the side that had finished sixth in the Turkish League last season.
Robin van Persie scored two of the goals but the other player on the scoresheet, Theo Walcott, really took the eye. The 18-year-old supplied an exquisite pass for Van Persie to slide home Arsenal's first with the final kick of the first half. Six minutes after the break Emmanuel Adebayor and Denilson set up the former Southampton winger to fire low into the far corner.
The two accomplices in that move also deserve a mention for their performances. Adebayor was eager and industrious, Denilson assured and efficient. The Togolese striker set up Van Persie for his second in the 63rd minute.
Overall, it was an excellent workout for Arsène Wenger's side.
The only change from the side that had kicked-off Arsenal's pre-season campaign on Saturday at Barnet was the introduction of Sagna for Kerrea Gilbert at right back. Ten of the 12 first-team players named on the bench were making their seasonal debut, including Eduardo. The exceptions were Lukasz Fabianski and Armand Traore.
It had been roasting in this part of Austria ever since Arsenal's arrival on Tuesday. The players knew all al about it, they had been training in it for two hard days. Fortunately the heat had started to dissipate by the time the game kick-off at 7pm (CET) but it was still painfully warm.
Despite that the start was not lethargic. Within 50 seconds, Manuel Almunia was forced to tip over as Okan Ozturk let fly from the right-channel.
In the fifth minute, Robin van Persie's raking cross-field ball was controlled deftly by the sprinting Theo Walcott on the right flank but he just failed to find Adabayor in the centre.
Genclerbirligi responded when Sandro's mazy dribble and shot was smuggled around the post.
Adeabyor was looking full of energy. In the 12th minute he charged down a clearance on the halfway line, sprinted down the right, skipped past Lamin's lunge and pulled the ball back for Van Persie eight yards out. Unfortunately the Dutchman lent back as he struck the ball and skied his effort horribly over the bar.
However he did make amends on the quarter-hour by forcing Genclerbirligi keeper Gokhan into a flying save.
By now the game has seemed to settle into a pattern of Arsenal having the majority of the play, but their opponents having the best chances.
That continued in the 28th minute when Sandro's right-wing corner was nodded on to the unmarked Tolga Dogantez at the far post. Almunia was out typically quickly to smother hits shot.
Ten minutes before the break, Adebayor broke clear and fed the ball back to Randall, who in turn set up Van Persie just outside the area. His shot was low and firm but Gokhan gathered at the second attempt.
It had been a relatively mundane 45 minutes albeit with some moments of quality. The best move brought the opening goal on the whistle. Walcott picked up the ball on the right and turned on the turbo to breezed past his marker before sliding a wonderfully weighted ball to the far post. Robin van Persie did the rest with a low finish.
Walcott was involved at the start of the second half, forcing Gokhan to save with his feet at the near post. Almost immediately, Adebayor sent a cross-shot whistling past the far post.
Arsenal looked like they wanted to kill off the game. They virtually did in the 51st minute. Denilson strode through midfield and fed the ball to Adebayor on the left. He passed back to the Brazilian who elected to let the ball run. His dummy fooled the Genclerbirligi defence and Walcott found the far corner of the net with aplomb.
Suddenly the rust was starting to fall off Arsenal. They began to move through the gears with ease; a fact amply illustrated by their third goal in the 65th minute. Adebayor held up the ball with intelligence before laying the ball to Van Persie to rifle home.
Eduardo made his appearance soon afterwards. He first touch sent a questioning ball to the far post which a defender had to turn behind. Eleven minutes from time, he tricked his way past his marker on the right and sent over a teasing cross that Ljungberg nodded wide.
On the strength of his 21 minutes, there will be much more to come.
fgl
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Freddie Ljungberg completes transfer to West Ham
Arsenal can confirm that Freddie Ljungberg has signed for West Ham United for an undisclosed fee.
Freddie (30) signed for Arsenal from Swedish side Halmstads in September 1998 and his Arsenal career was littered with honours and accolades. Winning two Premiership titles, three FA Cups and one Community Shield, Freddie became the first player for 40 years to score in consecutive FA Cup Finals by netting against Liverpool in 2001 and then Chelsea the following year.
Freddie was named Premiership Player of the Season in 2002 — a campaign in which he scored 17 goals from midfield, helping Arsenal to win the ‘double’.
Comfortable on either wing (although he played predominantly on the right), Freddie also played centrally, supporting the front line. Throughout his Arsenal career, Freddie was a major part of the Sweden national squad and is currently captain of his country.
On Freddie’s departure, Arsène Wenger said: “Freddie’s contribution to Arsenal Football Club was absolutely outstanding. His performances over the past nine seasons have been a major part of the Club’s successes during this time, especially in our 2002 ‘double’ year when he scored and created so many goals from midfield. Freddie is a winner and always gave absolutely everything when he played for this Club. He is an intelligent player and always combined this well with his fantastic fighting spirit. We thank Freddie for his contribution and wish him well for the future.”
Everyone at Arsenal would like to thank Freddie for his fantastic contribution to the Club and wish him the best of luck during his time with West Ham United.
Arsenal can confirm that Freddie Ljungberg has signed for West Ham United for an undisclosed fee.
Freddie (30) signed for Arsenal from Swedish side Halmstads in September 1998 and his Arsenal career was littered with honours and accolades. Winning two Premiership titles, three FA Cups and one Community Shield, Freddie became the first player for 40 years to score in consecutive FA Cup Finals by netting against Liverpool in 2001 and then Chelsea the following year.
Freddie was named Premiership Player of the Season in 2002 — a campaign in which he scored 17 goals from midfield, helping Arsenal to win the ‘double’.
Comfortable on either wing (although he played predominantly on the right), Freddie also played centrally, supporting the front line. Throughout his Arsenal career, Freddie was a major part of the Sweden national squad and is currently captain of his country.
On Freddie’s departure, Arsène Wenger said: “Freddie’s contribution to Arsenal Football Club was absolutely outstanding. His performances over the past nine seasons have been a major part of the Club’s successes during this time, especially in our 2002 ‘double’ year when he scored and created so many goals from midfield. Freddie is a winner and always gave absolutely everything when he played for this Club. He is an intelligent player and always combined this well with his fantastic fighting spirit. We thank Freddie for his contribution and wish him well for the future.”
Everyone at Arsenal would like to thank Freddie for his fantastic contribution to the Club and wish him the best of luck during his time with West Ham United.
marcdadrummer
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arsenal takda harapan already for next season lah... :lol:
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