Morning all.
Not a lot of news around really. There’s stories about Cavani and how he could become an Arsenal player any day soon but as we all know, what’s written and what’s factual are two very different things.
I’ve stolen these factoids from Lee’s comment this morning, I know he won’t mind….
Most chances created so far this season…
Cazorla 9
Ozil 9
Shelvey 9
Tadic 8
Albrighton 7
Kolarov 7
Silva 7
So we hit the dizzy heights for chances created and that’s just from two players but the disappointing factor is what our boys have done with them. Only two goals scored so far and one of those was an own goal.
Perhaps that’s why many Arsenal fans are crying out for a clinical striker, me, I’d love us to sign a winger/striker. Someone like Reyes or even Henry who was just that when he arrived at Arsenal. Arsene Wenger got his hands on him and the rest is history. Finding that kind of player is almost impossible, no, make that impossible as they’ll only ever be one Thierry Henry.
Theo Walcott is the closest we have to Henry but even he’s miles away from Frenchman and for some reason, he’s not even started our first two games and he didn’t even feature in the latest. But then at 2-1 up, Arsene Wenger had to shut up shop against a very attacking Crystal Palace side.
There’s less than two weeks now for Arsene Wenger to work some transfer magic and I think he will. He loves to leave things late. He can’t forget the midfield either, that’s key imo.
Staying with Thierry Henry, Francis Coquelin has been talking on the official site about the influence Henry had on French football fans and on him. He says Henry was the reason so many started to follow Arsenal.
- The club’s record goalscorer celebrated his 38th birthday this week and remains close to a number of Arsène Wenger’s players.
- Henry gave Coquelin the nickname ‘Colombo’, and the midfielder admits it is strange to be friends with one of his childhood idols.
When I was nine or 10, at Christmas I got the Arsenal shirt with my name on the back. It was because there were a lot of French players there and Thierry was one of them.
Even the people back in France who didn’t watch the Premier League back in the day – it is quite famous now – supported Arsenal because of the French core they had and Thierry was one of, if not the best player. So he made French people follow the club.
When I first saw him, it was like the feeling when I first came to Arsenal and saw all the big players here, it was something special. But I soon realised he is really straightforward and he’ll talk to you and give you advice.
It is nice to see that a star like him can be straightforward and you can talk to him and he’ll give you advice like that. I text him now, and have a laugh when I see him – if you had told me that 15 years ago I would have said, ‘Yeah alright!’”
Nice little story eh….
From a ten year old boy who followed the Arsenal because Arsene Wenger ‘went French’ – he bought in great players like Henry, Petit, Bobby, Paddy, even Grimandi and sold Arsenal to his home country.
Here we are, 14 years later and Francis Coquelin has become a household name. And I wonder if even more young French football fans feel the same about him, as he did our Arsenal core all those years ago…..
That’s the best I can come up with for today…..
Have a good one all…
Its not the amount in front of you which is essential. Its the the taste Rico.
And I enjoyed the taste even if its a short post.
Different than the everyday garbage we read on NN. no transfer news.
I really enjoyed it.
Good Morning Lovelies and Hunkies.
I have seen the goal conceded by Cech on the opening day when everyone was saying he went for butterflies. And I have come to the conclusion that it all boiled down to lack of communication between Cech and the defence. The hammers knew that its early days between Cech and defence. So they put the ball in exactly the spot where its no man’s land and wehre its dangersous. Palace tried that tactics twice in their game and did not succeed.
So its not Cech to blame.
Coquelin??? Remember that early stages Henry could not hit a cow’s arse with a banjo. Same with Le Coq. He will get sent off yes. but that is learning curve for him. Yes, people who criticise him may be right for now. but he will grow into that role.
I would also like to point out that both the other goals conceded, by Zarate and by Ward were long range shots. Again, lack of communication and a drop in concentration by the defence were the key. Mark my words. Although I hate to loose, the opening day loss by the hammers might prove to be a blessing in disguise.
If communication improves as the season goes by, and defenders and midfielders commit themselves more and suffer less bouts of concentration lapses we will be up there.
And the forwards to convert their chances as well.
Bravo, Rico and well said, Devil.
Simple, but classy post, as always.
Morning guys.
Rico, what is mine is yours….
Thanks Devil, short posts I like, it was just the content… 😉
One of those mornings which went wrong after oversleeping! 🙁
I don’t blame Cech either, defence was too far away from him, something which changed on Sunday against Palace..
We’ll definitely need to up our conversation rate if we want to challenge, that’s a shed load of chances in two games! Come on Arsene get the cheque book out, you know it makes sense.
Not only the defence switched off Devil, the midfield too and I don’t mean Coquelin… 😉
Thanks Scott, short is good sometimes, Alexis said so… 😉
Ha ha Lee, I knew you wouldn’t mind… lol
When is your next HHCC lunch planned for?
Devil! hit a cow’s arse with a banjo! Best call Ive heard all week 🙂
Alexis should start finding the net real soon. Last season he’d have buried those chances he had on Sunday…
Reckon TW might start against the Dippers.
Wow..Mason has been repremarded for
not sending Coq off.
Lets get it right.
He got booked for what..
So what was so bad…
Was any player injuried..
Did he elbow anyone
Did he stud anyone
Did headbutt anyone
Did he draw blood
Did he poke anyone in the eye
What I see was fully committed player
obstructing and breaking up play
something that has had me spitting feathers
after visits to Stoke rugby ground year after
year.
Watching that little knob Pardew
effing waving his arms around,
has he forgot.the old
Glasgow Kiss on that player
as he trying to take a throw in.
**conversion** even!
Hi Rico, no need to panic yet, Alexis Santi and Aaron will start scoring soon, and like you I don’t know why Theo doesn’t start.
The Turds face a giant banana-skin tonight, I always support British teams in Europe but I don’t lose any sleep if they lose.
Brian
Morning All,
I quite enjoyed the way Bournmouth played against Liverpool. Good insight into what to expect and what our similar style can do against them.
Quite like the left FB Daniels. Nice for Wenger to keep an eye on to compete/replace Monreal in the future.
On long shots, I hope next week we don’t give Coutinho the space we offerred West Ham and Palace because I rate that boy and his rasping right foot.
Free, I’m convinced Mason realised he should never have given Coquelin the yellow card in the first place, so went soft the second time.
Sorry Fred!!
Well said Fred..
Hi Brian, I’m not panicking yet, honest but we must start taking more of our clear cut chances. Didn’t we say that last season too… lol
With all the crap spewed by the media About footballers when a good story comes up its strange how little coverage it gets. Alexis comes from the town of Topocillo in Chile which is suffering from terrible flooding and he has paid for 2 lorry loads of bottled water to be taken there. Good on him.
Great story, Potter.
I haven’t even seen that Potter…
Don’t forget all the toys and footballs for all the kids
in his hometown potter.
I thought last season that the word
The ref’s discression would be playing a part
from now on.
Funny when the camera’s pick an offence up,
the judges and juries turn round and say,
Ref dealt with that…………end of.
Daniels is 28 Brad. I would like AW to get in someone who is younger to replace Monreal. We already have Gibbs who is not playing simply because Monreal has established himself.
I have already said it many times…..Bellering and Gibbs together are a big NO NO. Both on the pitch as FB leave us exposed. Debuchy and Moinreal together hold us back.
But a combo of Debuchy and Gibbs works well. Debuchy stays back while Gibbs overlaps.
A combo of Bellerin and Monreal works well. Bellerin is more advanced while Monreal holds back.
The trident of Kos, Per and Le Coq work better when they have the right combo on the flanks.
This is what Bruce said about Akpom…..
..the Hull manager was forthcoming in his praise for the 19 year old.
“Chuba has a chance, doesn’t he? Wow!”
“He has a lot to do and a lot to learn, but, in terms of raw talent, you don’t have to watch him long to realise the natural ability that he has. Only a few are blessed with that.
“He has to learn and this league will teach him that. Had he scored, that would have been three in three for him. It’s been a wonderful start.
“He turns round and runs at defenders, that is when it is tough for the opposition. He has an outstanding chance because of his ability.”
I recall that I have said something similiar a few weeks back when he scored that hat-trick in pre season.
How many of you rate this line up???
Martinez
Bellerin, Gabriel, Chambers, Gibbs
Coquelin,
OX, Jack, Aaron, Theo
Akpom.
He’s a Wenger boy, that’s why. Alexis that is. He signs players who tend not to cheat and seem to have well developed moral consciences. Well done Sanchez a few more super rich players like him who have money to burn could and perhaps should make donations to the many ‘have nots’!
On transfers. I wonder if the Cavani stories may have some legs, as he does! We are short up front but perhaps only for one season. How does a loan sound? Buying him for the money he would cost seems a waste however, a loan would make much more sense. Benzema the same, that won’t happen. A N Other possibly bit who knows who that may be?
Otherwise I can’t see Gazidis getting the cheque book out again this window, I only.
Devil. I honestly believe Akpom is going to be a top top player and just hope he doesn’t get impatient with us…
I included Bellerin and Gibbs together simply because Gabriel and Chambers have speed in them. The combo Per and Kos has Per in it.
So I digress a bit. With Per in the CB position Bellerin and Gibbs together leave us exposed. But with Gabriel and Chambers in there I feel its ok to have them both as FB.
I only???? God knows!
Devil, two or three years down the track…..great line up.
Two or three years Scott, Ramsey and Walcott will be heading out to pasture… 😉
Rico, that’s just terrible 🙂
Just kidding Scott… lol
Ramsey needs to try and keep it more simple as soon as he tries all the Hollywood shit it backfires……… sorry Scott! 😉
He’s trying too hard to impress.. KISR 🙂
Lee, in my last 100 posts where I mention Aaron, I reckon 98 will say he needs to keep it simple 🙂 🙂
It helped him find his best form, and will help him regain it.
Let’s hope he’s reading our comments lol
I thought you’d rung him to put him straight!?!?
Since he’s been married, things just aren’t the same between us.
She’s distanced him from all his mates and advisors 🙂
🙂 Scott…
Lee – did you see my earlier re the HHCC?
And she ,add him, yes made him grow a beard and now she’s made him put highlights in his hair. The next thing we’ll hear is that she’s changed her orientation and wants him to do the same!! I jest, but he’s not been the same player since he grew a beard! I don’t have the stats but I bet Ginge has!
Keep it simple, for him that is a really succinct and wise motto!
Hope he’s reading this and will act upon it!
Have a shave Aaron.
Lol Wavy.
The beard has it 🙂
I did Rico, unfortunately there isn’t one planned (not to my knowledge) and after Kev’s performance at Dishoom in July I think the next one may be a while away…..don’t tell anyone but he stripped naked, climbed on the table and did his own version of the balloon dance with two garlic naans!!!
Whilst singing at the top of his voice…..
She wore! She wore! She wore a yellow ribbon!
She wore a yellow ribbon in the merry month of May,
And when! I asked! Oh why she wore that ribbon!
She said its for the Arsenal and we’re going to Wembley!
Wembley! Wembley!
We’re the famous Arsenal and we’re going to Wembley.
Wembley! Wembley!
We’re the famous Arsenal and we’re going to Wembley.
It’s the Tatts! lol
🙂 Lee, ok, thanks…
I guess you’ll be find a new location…. lol
Of course you are cordially invited Rico!
Reg Varney.
I may just be there Lee… 🙂
Rico, I only do my Wemberlee dance once a season, so I’m afraid you missed the show…
It’s Rockys turn to strip off next time..
Lee, tomorrow or Thursday?
Reg Biriyani…
Hi Kev, as long as it’s not my turn… 😉
Walk time so catch up later…
Zelalem to Rangers.
I hope there is a recall paragraph in all these loanees moves. At this rate we won’t even have a squad of 20 leave alone 25, with or without the youngsters!
I’m sure it’s all good experience for the boys but when are they going to play at home instead of playing away all the time? And who is going to keep a watchful eye on the expensive, self- indulgent, extravagant and lonely boys as they ply their trade geographically miles away from their spiritual homes?
You can loan too many, you know! Or is this the opening scene of the ‘big’ signing in the wings? Clear the decks, lower the salary bill to pay for the ‘signing of the summer’ ???
Don’t hold your breath!
Ok will text tomorrow morning…
Booooo!! Hello all!! rico, no insider info on our big money signing? 😉
Lee, see if you can get at least an hour for dinner, otherwise it’s a bit rush rush…
Next week is ok if it’s a bit tight…
Rico, it’s your turn at the Christmas party. 😛
Hey Shopping Camarada, how’s the saving going?
Kev!!! Guess who was recently in London only to miss the start of the season by a day? 😀
Wath…. 😉
Agag, what did you make of the shops…
Tell me, where did you go?
Wellington Silva has joined Bolton Wanderers on loan for the season.,.
It didn’t do Jack any harm, and at least we can see what he can do in Englsh conditions…
Afternoon Agag and all…
Did you come to London and not tell us Agag? 🙁
With all these loans, there’s got to be someone (s) coming in real soon…. Surely?
rico, 20 shots on goal against Palace the weekend, it’s a bit of a mystery alright ! Still it’s not like Arsene’s had all summer to put it right.
Agag, some girls have all the luck !
Kev, it didn’t do Ryo much good !
Kev, suddenly I’m thinking about not celebrating Christmas… 😉
Come on Rico, up onto that table… 😆
Mick, why do you do it mate, I’m trying to be positive and you have to go and bring a sense of realism to it… 🙂
Micko, but AW’s transfer window lasts 2 weeks…, or a day….
Zelalem to Glasgow Rangers is a funny one…
Apparently Rangers have taken two Spud youngsters on loan already…
It would toughen him up for sure…
You could be right though Rico, either they’re making room for a couple of signings or we have some really good U18’s who are gonna pushed on….?
I’m just grumpy now, don’t even think we’re in for a striker anymore.
Kev, I was gonna enrol on the “Stay Posive” sessions running in town here but I hear they’re only half full.
rico, did you see the story on Marvin the jack russell in cork……sickening, all over the news here, you might not want to tbh.
Oh go on then Kev, couple of Cobras and I might…. Lol
Iwobi and Jeff could feature as both had a good pre season but can’t see anyone else coming through right now…
As Lee said the other day, our squad is looking thin….
The lad we signed from West Ham last season, Ben Sheaf, has had a really good pre-season and start to the season…
Ryan Huddart has certainly improved and is looking to be a big talent.
Then there’s Chris Willock, Kaylen Hinds and Mavididi, all looking to push on into the U21’s and maybe beyond.
Could one or four of them be in and around a strong League Cup squad?
Iwobi, Bielik, Adelaide, O’Connor, Pleguezuelo, Bennacer and Kamara also, although Kamara had been strongly linked by Jeorge Bird with going out on loan as well…
Micko, I didn’t see that story, sounds horrid ??
Mick, I try to be grumpy, but you always manage to make me chuckle….
Rico, lol, I was thinking of a bottle or two of Cava…. 😀
League Cup will be interesting to say the least with so many out on loan….
There’s two or three spots in our 25 man squad still empty Rico, the No.9 shirt is vacant so hold your nerve boss… 🙂
Arsene loves his transfer poker games
Micky, I just googled…
I hope they catch the f*****s responsible and cut their throats!!!! I hate this world with live in….
ManUre playing Brugge in the CL qualifier tonite for anyone interested !
Im convinced AW has something up his sleeve Kev, but please don’t give him the number 9 shirt… Lol
I refuse to get excited though… ?
What’s on the other channels Micko?
That’s the ticket Rico…
Stay nice and relaxed like Adam.
Vape is the answer boss… 🙂
You down the local tonight Mick, with all the ‘plastics’….?
? vape, what’s that?
The kids have buried him in the back garden now rico, crying their eyes out.
I’m not surprised Micko, poor little souls….. Heartbreaking…
Evening Rico and all.
Evening Adam..
Is Cavani coming ?
No idea…..
Might as well say goodnight then… So goodnight all.. ?
Catch you tomorrow….
Rodney Marsh says Real Madrid have accepted our bid for Benzema……..must be true!
Torn/inflamed tricep not a trapped nerve………. ouch!
Morning All…
Morning Lee.
Benzema it is then! Zzzzzzz
I hope it’s not true Lee…
Morning to you and all.
How did you manage to do that?
The only thing it can be is messing around with the kids in the pool whilst in Spain….
I bet that hurts!…
That’s an understatement….
Morning Rico and all. That sounds painful Brudder. Sorry to hear that.
Morning All,
Only a free newspaper could run a back page
everyday with the same headline.
Benzema to Arsenal…..Done Deal
Hope you are resting at home Lee… 😉
Morning Adam.
Morning Fred.
Some of the ones you pay for have done the same…. lol
It is Brudder.
No Rico I’m at work.
Benzema & Gotze because Arsene thinks we are ok in the DM area, is my call. I’d obviously take both players but cover for Coq is imperative in my eyes.
You must have a cruel boss Lee… 😉
I hope he doesn’t think we are ok in the DM area.
Morning Kev, didn’t see you earlier…
You have two arms was his view…
New post up now..