Tag: Stoke City

Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 109: Mordor, rings and sods

In this latest edition of the Daily Cannon podcast, Matt and Stephen are joined by newbie Luke Ginnell (Hard G.) to pore over the defeat to Stoke City.

Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes may be over due to Stoke City

Arsenal's loss to Stoke was a disappointing jolt back to reality for the Gunners after the slightly surreal opening day win against Leicester, but it may prove most costly than previously thought.

Joey Barton defends Mesut Ozil after intense criticism over Saturday’s Stoke defeat

Former Burnley midfielder Joey Barton has defended Mesut Ozil's performance for Arsenal in Saturday evening's defeat to Stoke City.

Stoke Police troll Arsenal supporter on Twitter

Stoke Police engaged in some banter with an Arsenal fan on Twitter after Saturday's game.

Nigerian Arsenal fan dies in Stoke game on Saturday

An Arsenal supporter has died after seeing the Gunners fall behind in Saturday's match against Stoke City.

Arsenal set new record for most possession in a game since 2003/04

Arsenal had their highest share of possession since the 2003/04 season during the defeat against Stoke City in Saturday's Premier League clash at the Britannia Stadium.

Reaction following intense criticism of Ozil’s performance

Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil came in for a lot of criticism for his performance against Stoke City in Saturday evening's defeat at the Britannia Stadium.

Was Wenger right to blame defenders not selection for Stoke shambles?

Arsene Wenger was unhappy with the efforts of his defenders in Arsenal's 1-0 defeat to Stoke, but he must share some of the blame.

Jonathan Walters labels Arsenal as the “worst sore losers”

Former Stoke forward Jonathan Walters has called Arsenal "the worst sore losers".

Aaron Ramsey only player to brave social media after Stoke defeat

Aaron Ramsey was the only player to brave social media after Arsenal's defeat to Stoke.

Martin Keown latest lazy pundit to slam Mesut Ozil

Martin Keown has said that Arsenal cannot afford to carry Mesut Ozil following their defeat to Stoke.
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown.

Keown: Arsenal didn’t look like champions

Martin Keown has said that Arsenal didn't look like champions during their 1-0 defeat to Stoke yesterday.

Was Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain really that bad against Stoke?

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain continues to impress as an attacking wing-back although he came in for excessive criticism online after his display against Stoke.

Walcott for Lacazette and other things that confused us against Stoke

Arsenal were defeated 1-0 by Stoke at thArsenal were defeated 1-0 by Stoke at the Bet365 stadium this evening, and there were some very familiar lessons.e Bet365 stadium this evening, and there were some very familiar lessons. 
Arsene Wenger

Arsene Wenger reveals what other sport he likes to watch

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger spoke in the build up to Saturday's trip to face Stoke City and made a surprise revelation that links him with German playmaker Mesut Ozil.

Darren Fletcher “can’t wait” for Arsenal match

Darren Fletcher has told Stoke’s club website that he thinks they can give Arsenal a good game on Saturday.

Mark Hughes: Arsenal visit could be a good thing for us

After Arsenal demolished Stoke 4-1 in May, the Potters' manager Mark Hughes has spoken about how he hopes it goes differently this time.

Arsenal predicted 3-4-3 line-up against Stoke: Ramsey to start

After a narrow victory over Leicester on the opening day of the season last week, Arsenal will be looking for a more solid performance against Stoke on Saturday.

Stoke’s Jese will face Arsenal’s Kolasinac who ruined his Real Madrid career

With Stoke signing PSG forward, Jese Rodriguez, on loan, the former Real Madrid starlet is set to come face-to-face with Sead Kolasinac, who sidelined him for nine months.

Wenger rules Alexis out for Stoke clash

Arsene Wenger has said Alexis Sanchez will miss Saturday evening’s trip to face Stoke City, but may return in time for Arsenal’s meeting with Liverpool.

Blackpool turn down bid for Man Utd, Arsenal and Tottenham-target Bright Osayi-Samuel

Blackpool have reportedly rejected a £750k bid from QPR for Bright Osayi-Samuel.

Ozil, Ramsey and Mertesacker could miss Friday’s opener against Leicester

In his press conference previewing Friday’s Premier League opener with Leicester City, Arsene Wenger has revealed Mesut Ozil, Aaron Ramsey and Per Mertesacker could miss out.

Wenger says Alexis is out for two weeks with abdominal injury

Arsene Wenger has revealed in his latest press conference that Alexis Sanchez will miss the start of the season after picking up an abdominal...
Southampton's Gabonese midfielder Mario Lemina (C) is challenged by Liverpool's Brazilian midfielder Roberto Firmino (L) and Liverpool's English midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (R) during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Liverpool at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on February 11, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Adrian DENNIS /

West Ham in bid for Lemina

Arsenal have fresh competition in their pursuit for Juventus midfielder Mario Lemina, with West Ham reportedly keen on the 23-year-old.

Inter’s Jeison Murillo to turn down Arsenal for Valencia move

Inter Milan centre-back Jeison Murillo is set to turn down a number of Premier League offers to sign for Valencia this summer, according to reports.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

Surprise as Stoke City enter the race for Oxlade-Chamberlain

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has reportedly been identified as a target for Stoke City, after links to Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea.

Arsenal could raise £45m by selling Szczesny, Chambers and Gibbs

Arsenal could sell Wojciech Szczesny, Calum Chambers and Kieran Gibbs to raise £45m.

Lemar impresses v Stoke City amid claims 21-year-old is ‘desperate’ for ‘dream move’ to...

Thomas Lemar impressed for Monaco during their 4-2 pre-season win over Stoke amid reports that he's desperate to sign for Arsenal and will kick off if he doesn't get his 'dream move'.

Former Arsenal-target Arnautovic hands in transfer request

Arsenal are reportedly on alert after Stoke winger, Marko Arnautovic, handed in a transfer request.

Gibbs left out of tour squad amid exit talk

Kieran Gibbs has been omitted from Arsenal's tour squad amid speculation he could leave the club this summer.

Gibbs likely to be sold this summer, plenty of Premier League interest

Arsenal defender Kieran Gibbs looks set for a summer exit with the amount of Premier League interest coming his way.

Arsenal keen on Butland with Martinez linked with Valencia

Arsenal are reportedly keen on signing Stoke goalkeeper, Jack Butland, amid rumours that Valencia want Emiliano Martinez.

Arsenal told to pay £25m for Ben Gibson

If Arsenal want to sign Middlesbrough defender, Ben Gibson, they'll reportedly have to cough up £25m.

Stoke no intention of selling Butland

Stoke’s chiefs have issued a ‘hands-off’ warning over Jack Butland with the Gunners said to be interested in the keeper to replace the world class keeper they seem intent on selling this summer.

Arsenal keen on Butland with Szczesny and Ospina expected to leave this summer

Arsenal are believed to be interested in Stoke City goalkeeper Jack Butland as they need to replace Wojciech Szczesny and David Ospina, both of whom are expected to leave this summer.

Stoke City make £12m bid for previous Arsenal-target Ben Gibson

Stoke have reportedly decided to test the waters with a £12m bid for Middlesbrough defender, Ben Gibson.

Arsenal handed tough start to new season with away trips to Stoke and Liverpool

The 2017/18 Premier League fixtures have been released.
kieran Gibbs(Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Stoke are latest club linked with Gibbs

Stoke are the latest team to be linked with Kieran Gibbs, who looks as if he could be leaving Arsenal this summer.

Arsenal could be forced to lower £15m valuation of Kieran Gibbs

Arsenal may have to lower their £15m asking price if they want to sell Kieran Gibbs this summer.

How many minutes did Arsenal give to English players this season?

Arsenal disappointingly ranked 17th out of all Premier League teams this season for the most minutes given to English players.