Hope, Pray, Medidate

By Patrick Grove

Arsenal’s hopes for a top four finish (and for finishing above the scum) took a huge dent on Sunday as Manchester United completed the double over the Gunners by way of a 2-1 scoreline.  There has been a great deal of disgruntled talk since the match by many fans and it’s hard not to agree with them.  The substitution is the big talking point for most people but I think from a fans perspective there are many other positives and negatives to be taken away from what was our 3rd league defeat on the trot. Read More …

When in . . . Marseille

By Patrick Grove

Arsenal Football Club stands atop their group in the UEFA Champions League after defeating Olympique d’Marseille in their first ever meeting at the Stade Velodrome.  In many ways, the match was not much of a footballing spectacle and surely will not be used to promote the game or competition.  But a win is a win and an away win in the Champions League Group Stage is so much more.  Read More …