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Arsenal Have Been Given a Champions League Test. Good.

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By Ayodeji Apache There is something beautifully appropriate about our Champions League draw. Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli,…

Aug 29, 2026

Arsenal 3-0 Coventry: Arteta is continuing the tactical evolution we saw at the end of last season.

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There was no drama, no late scare, no unnecessary tension — just Arsenal doing what champions are supposed to do. Mikel…

Aug 29, 2026

History for Anyadike but Norwich End Cardiff’s Cup Run

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Cardiff City’s Carabao Cup campaign came to an abrupt end after a 2-1 defeat to Norwich City at…

Aug 26, 2026

Ashford and Salech Fire Injury-Hit Cardiff to Derby Point

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Cardiff City remain unbeaten on their return to the Championship after twice taking the lead in a hard-fought 2-…

Aug 24, 2026

Leeds' Smart Summer: How Sensible Business Has Replaced the Usual Panic

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A quiet, sensible summer of business has Leeds fans daring to dream beyond survival. A Rare Summer of Calm The…

Aug 21, 2026

Arsenal, the title defence begins, opening fixtures and analysis

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It what seems like just a few weeks since Arsenal claimed the 2025/2026 Premier League title, it's…

Aug 19, 2026

The Community Shield, A chance of silverware...

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Principality Stadium 2025/2026 Premier League Champions Arsenal meet FA Cup winners, Manchester City in this season's Community…

Aug 18, 2026

Colwill Stoppage-Time Stunner Rescues Cardiff Point Against Wrexham

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Cardiff City began their Championship campaign with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Wrexham, as Rubin Colwill’s superb stoppage-…

Aug 18, 2026

Pre season trip to Ireland for Champions Arsenal

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Arsenal's latest pre season friendly took place in Dublin on Wednesday evening against La Liga opposition, Real Betis,…

Aug 13, 2026

Salech Double and Moylan Debut Goal Fire Cardiff Past Swindon

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Cardiff City began their 2026/27 campaign with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Swindon Town in the first…

Aug 13, 2026

Arsenal's Tactical Brilliance: Arteta's Structure Already Taking Shape

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Girona 1-4 Arsenal | Pre-Season Friendly (1 August 2026) There are pre-season victories, and then there are pre-…

Aug 3, 2026

Why Vinícius Jr. Would Transform Arsenal, Not Just Improve Them

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Arsenal have spent years searching for a left winger who can genuinely match the threat Bukayo Saka provides on the…

Jul 27, 2026

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