Arsenal winger Henrikh Mkhitaryan became the first player to score both for and against Manchester United in the same Premier League season, with a 51' equalizer this afternoon. The Armenian, who switched teams as part of a swap deal for Alexis Sanchez in the January transfer window, now has as many goals at Old Trafford this season as a member of the Gunners as he had with the … [Read more...] about Arsenal vs Man United News and Notes: Wenger, Sir Alex, Mkhitaryan
Archives for April 2018
Man United vs Arsenal News: Xhaka, Pogba, Sanchez, Mavropanos
The halftime score in this weekend's blockbuster Premier League fixture is Manchester United 1, Arsenal 0. The lone score came in the 16th minute as Alexis Sanchez's header bounced off the post and Paul Pogba was perfectly placed to convert from very close range. Pogba now has three goals and three assists in games against the big six this season. (go here for volume two of … [Read more...] about Man United vs Arsenal News: Xhaka, Pogba, Sanchez, Mavropanos
Paul Pogba Says He’s Very Happy Under Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford
There have certainly been more than enough articles chronicling the relationship between Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba and his manager Jose Mourinho. Much of the coverage speculates on the nature of the duo's relationship, claiming that it's pretty fractured. At times this season Mourinho has decried such stories as lies. We've also seen plenty of stories linking … [Read more...] about Paul Pogba Says He’s Very Happy Under Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford
Alexandre Lacazette Wary of Possible Arsenal Overhaul Post Arsene Wenger Exit
Ahead of today's massive Premier League fixture at Manchester United, Arsenal forward Alexandre Lacazette expressed his concerns that he and his teammates could be playing for their futures. Lacazette says that he, and his teammates need to stay focused on being their best because a feeling of uncertainty surrounds the club as long time manager Arsene Wenger steps down at the … [Read more...] about Alexandre Lacazette Wary of Possible Arsenal Overhaul Post Arsene Wenger Exit
AS Roma Owner Denounces Attack on Liverpool Fan, Slams Hooligan “Morons”
AS Roma Owner James Pallotta launched an extremely scathing critique on the "morons" whose actions last week in Liverpool were examples of "the most disgusting stupidity." Prior to Liverpool’s 5-2 win in their home leg of a Champions League semifinal tie with AS Roma, two men attacked Sean Cox, a 53-year-old Liverpool supporter from Ireland who remains in critical condition. … [Read more...] about AS Roma Owner Denounces Attack on Liverpool Fan, Slams Hooligan “Morons”
Eden Hazard, Cesc Fabregas Shine Despite Chelsea Lack of Chances
Chelsea beat Swansea City today 1-0 largely due to the efforts of Eden Hazard and Cesc Fabregas, both of whom were dynamic at the Liberty Stadium. Fabregas scored the match's lone goal while Hazard was the Blues' most threatening player on the pitch. He's also Chelsea's leading scorer on the season, but with only 12 goals in Premier League play. Conte spotlighted this fact … [Read more...] about Eden Hazard, Cesc Fabregas Shine Despite Chelsea Lack of Chances
Jose Mourinho Implies United Will Sign a Brazilian this Summer Transfer Window
An interview Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho did for ESPN Brazil got a whole lot of worldwide attention this week, due to the fact that he was discussing his time working with Ballon d'Or candidate Mohamed Salah. Mourinho said that it was decision to buy Salah from Basel and bring him to Chelsea, while the decision to sell the Egyptian to Roma was out of his hands and … [Read more...] about Jose Mourinho Implies United Will Sign a Brazilian this Summer Transfer Window
Arsene Wenger Says it will be a Bit Strange to Face Alexis Sanchez
Tomorrow will see Alexis Sanchez will face his former team, Arsenal, for the first time since his January transfer switch to Manchester United. Arsene Wenger, who will be making his final trip to Old Trafford as Arsenal manager, says it will be a bit strange to see the Chilean on an opposing team in another shirt. However, the Frenchman admits that the Alexis swap deal, … [Read more...] about Arsene Wenger Says it will be a Bit Strange to Face Alexis Sanchez
Paul Pogba Deems Man United vs. Arsenal “a big one”
Boasting a plethora of major storylines, Arsenal at Manchester United is no doubt the headliner fixture in the Premier League this weekend. Or as United midfielder Paul Pogba says "it's a big one." Tomorrow will see Arsene Wenger make his final trip to Old Trafford as Arsenal boss, and with that hopes he will have a peaceful end to his personal rivalry with United manager Jose … [Read more...] about Paul Pogba Deems Man United vs. Arsenal “a big one”
Arsene Wenger Seeks Peaceful Resolution to Jose Mourinho Feud
Arsene Wenger will take on Manchester United for the final time as Arsenal manager tomorrow, and this momentous occasion has inspired some unexpected, and very rare praise from Jose Mourinho. The current United and former Chelsea boss had a long standing feud with Wenger, but has now expressed an overt interest in working towards a more congenial relationship. Since Wenger … [Read more...] about Arsene Wenger Seeks Peaceful Resolution to Jose Mourinho Feud
