Arsenal 1 – 1 Spurs

January 9, 2008 | 106 Comments

In a match not without controversy, an offside goal by Spurs was cancelled out by what may have been a hand-of-Walcott equalizer 12 minutes from time as an underperforming Arsenal drew 1-1 with Spuds in the 1st leg of the Carling Cup Semis tonight at the Grove.

As nice as it was to hear the chants of “You’ll Never Beat The Arsenal!”, Arsenal really were crap for the majority of the match, and should count themselves quite lucky to have gotten a result at all.

Spuds’ away goal looms large, but there’s still reason to be confident that the Gunners will come away with a win at the Lane in a fortnight’s time.

Meanwhile, it’s back to the league (Remember that?), and a match at home against Birmingham City. Kickoff is 10 AM ET on Saturday, and there’ll be live coverage here in the US on Fox Soccer Channel.

Posted by mikek | Filed Under Match Report 

Arsenal v Spurs – Carling Cup Semi 1st Leg

January 9, 2008 | 91 Comments

No one’s submitted a preview yet for this one, which is a bit surprising considering we’re playing Spuds. I’m not entirely sure what to make of that. Could it be that people consider this a cakewalk? Or, is it the other end of the spectrum that’s closer to the truth? Are people worried that Spuds will be so up for this after last year, (not to mention losing both league games this season) that they’ll prove the toughest test yet for this year’s youngsters?

I’m at work, so my time is limited, but I’d love to hear your thoughts.  Have at it below!

Posted by mikek | Filed Under Game Preview 

Win Tickets to the Arsenal TV Launch!!!

January 9, 2008 | 3 Comments

Our friend the Gaffer (aka Christopher Harris) over at EPLTalk.com has two tickets to give away to one lucky Gooner for the Arsenal TV launch that takes place this Monday in London.To quote the Gaff:

Arsenal Question Time will be hosted by Des Lynam and will feature questions with Arsene Wenger, Matt Lucas (Little Britain) and former Arsenal players.

You’ll need to arrive at the Emirates Stadium at 1:15pm GMT and the show will conclude at 4:45pm. If you’re interested in going, send an email to thegaffer[at]epltalk[dot]com and tell me why I should pick you. I’ll then pick the lucky winner.

So, if you’re going to be in London on Monday, and have the afternoon free, by all means, get typing!

Posted by mikek | Filed Under ArsenalAmerica News