Tag: Louis van Gaal

Ajax' German director of football affairs Sven Mislintat attends a press presentation for Ajax' new head coach in the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam on June 14, 2023. (Photo by PHIL NIJHUIS/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Ajax criticised for “totally absurd” hiring of former Arsenal man

Former Ajax captain Dusan Tadic criticises the appointment of Sven Mislintat as director of football affairs at Ajax, highlighting a clash in football cultures.
GENK, BELGIUM - APRIL 20: Albert Stuivenberg, coach of Genk looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League quarter final second leg between KRC Genk and Celta Vigo at Luminus Arena on April 20, 2017 in Genk, Belgium. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Arsenal coach linked with Ajax as fans spot possible goodbye

Albert Stuivenberg could be set to leave Arsenal to take on the head coach job at Ajax, according to a report.
Burnley v Arsenal - Premier League - Turf Moor Arsenal s Martin Odegaard celebrates scoring their side s first goal of the game during the Premier League match at Turf Moor, Burnley. Picture date: Saturday September 18, 2021. Copyright: Anthony Devlin

Louis van Gaal explains why Martin Odegaard is ‘very good’

Louis van Gaal had plenty of praise for Martin Odegaard, with Norway facing off against the Netherlands over the international break.

Report: Former Arsenal target refuses to work with Manchester United man

Former Arsenal target - if the media is to be believed - Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, is said to not want to move to Manchester United on account of their manager, Louis van Gaal.

Van Gaal: I’ll be supporting Arsenal against Man City

Following Manchester United's 1-0 win over Norwich, Louis van Gaal admitted that he'll be supporting Arsenal in our clash with Manchester City on Sunday.

Bilic and van Gaal set eyes on Arsenal after closing gap

Wins for West Ham United and Manchester United on Wednesday evening have piled even more pressure on Arsenal ahead of Thursday's clash against West Bromwich Albion.

Rival watch: Leicester injury luck holds while Manchester United get mixed news

As the Premier League returns, we take a look at the state of some of our rivals in both the title chase and the race for the top four – namely Manchester United and Leicester.

Henry praises LvG’s ‘bravery’

Thierry Henry has said that Louis van Gaal deserves to be admired for his 'bravery’ should he leave the club this summer. The manager, who...
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Wenger: I am a sore loser

During our loss at Old Trafford on Sunday, Louis van Gaal behaved bizarrely by throwing himself to the floor in front of the fourth...

Watch: Louis van Gaal’s post-match comments

Louis van Gaal was understandably pleased with Manchester United's 3-2 win over Arsenal at Old Trafford. The Red Devils' boss has come under a lot...

Manchester United defender injury not serious after Welbeck tackle

Manchester United's Marcos Rojo had to be subbed off after a tackle from Danny Welbeck during Arsenal's 3-2 loss at Old Trafford. Although there didn't...

Manchester United manager apologises for diving on touchline during Arsenal game

During Arsenal's 3-2 loss to Manchester United on Sunday, one of the stranger things to happen was Louis van Gaal suddenly throwing himself to...
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Louis van Gaal ‘proud’ to beat Arsenal

Louis van Gaal admitted that he felt ‘proud’ after his side beat Arsenal at Old Trafford. Hear what else he had to say as well as Wenger's catty reply about the side that just bested him here.
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Van Gaal: Rashford won’t start but he will be on the bench

Louis van Gaal has admitted that Marcus Rashford, who scored a brace on his debut during the week, will not start against Arsenal on Sunday at Old Trafford, so who will?
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Van Gaal: I have never seen the dressing room quite so happy

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has claimed he has never see his dressing room so happy and relaxed ahead of the game against Arsenal on Sunday.
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Watch: Louis van Gaal’s pre Manchester United v Arsenal press conference

Louis van Gaal sat down with the media this week ahead of Arsenal’s visit to Old Trafford on Sunday. The Manchester United boss gave updates...
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Wenger: I respect and sympathise with van Gaal

Oh, how times have changed. In Friday morning's press conference, Arsène Wenger was asked about the current situation at Manchester United as well as the...
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Van Gaal confirms Anthony Martial has ‘tight hamstring’ but not serious

Anthony Martial beat a hasty retreat from the pitch before Manchester United's kick-off against FC Midtjylland on Thursday evening. The £36m striker has been a revelation...
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Could Louis van Gaal be making Arsene look like a minor deity?

Arsene Wenger isn’t perfect. He’s stubborn, he has a penchant for a gamble and he sometimes puts too much faith in players who then let...

Cruyff attacks Mourinho and van Gaal

Legendary Dutch player and coach Johan Cruyff has criticised both Louis van Gaal and José Mourinho. A legend at Ajax and Barcelona as a player...

Van Gaal ‘shocked’ by 3-0 defeat

A frenzied first 20 minutes between Arsenal and Manchester United saw the Gunners race into a three-goal lead on Sunday. United entered the weekend top...

Arsenal exploit Manchester United to dominate

Arsenal demolished Louis van Gaal's Manchester United side with a first-half masterclass on Sunday afternoon. The Gunners were 3-0 up within 20 minutes, exploiting Manchester...

Van Gaal: Wenger’s good but not as good as Sir Alex Ferguson

Louis van Gaal has paid Arsene Wenger what he probably believes is the ultimate compliment by comparing him to Sir Alex Ferguson. However, despite admitted...

Van Gaal: We will win at Arsenal

Despite Louis van Gaal singing our praises before the clash between Arsenal and Manchester United, the Red Devils' boss has admitted that he believes...

Arsenal v Manchester United: Twenty’s plenty

There was a time, from around 1997-2004, that Sunday's fixture was the most important clash in the country. It was the title decider. This year...
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Manchester United talisman admits side are ‘tired’ ahead of Arsenal game

Juan Mata has admitted that United are 'tired' ahead of the show down at the Emirates this weekend and Arsenal fans everywhere will hope...

Wenger and van Gaal agree on why English clubs struggle

According to both Arsène Wenger and Louis van Gaal, the Premier League teams are struggling in Europe because they face the biggest tests domestically. Where...

Keown hits out at Louis van Gaal

Martin Keown has not pulled any punches in his Daily Mail column, with the former Arsenal man questioning the man-management skills of Louis van...

Wenger praises Manchester United manager

Arsene Wenger and Manchester United managers aren't exactly two words that make you think of harmony. But, speaking to Bein sports in France, the Arsenal...

Louis van Gaal post Manchester United v Arsenal reaction

Louis van Gaal met with the press immediately after his side dropped two points to Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday. The United manager was...

Van Gaal admits his side were not unlucky

If you ask any Arsenal fan, they'll probably tell you that their side was lucky to escape Old Trafford with a point. We know that's...

LvG: Rooney will be ready for Arsenal

Wayne Rooney was having difficulty walking off the pitch and was replaced by Radamel Falcao in the second half of Manchester United's match versus...

Manchester United man's bad luck good news for Arsenal

Michael Carrick first suffered a calf muscle strain after Manchester United's FA Cup match with Cambridge United on 12th January and it has been...

Welbeck: Everyone is entitled to their opinion

Danny Welbeck may be a United fan, but he doesn't half know how to win the Arsenal fans around. Scoring the winning goal at Old...

Van Gaal not ruling out Arsenal or Manchester United catching Chelsea

The Manchester United manager believes that Arsenal or United could catch Chelsea, as unlikely as that seems.

Video Van Gaal admits Welbeck was a surprise

Louis van Gaal didn't seem pleased when he was asked about Danny Welbeck, nor the decision to sign Falcao ahead of him.

Wenger defends Manchester United manager

Arsene Wenger has come to the defence of Louis van Gaal after his came under fire for playing 'long ball' football against West Ham.