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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40680 on: December 18, 2016, 07:50:15 pm »
Well I think I said a week ago these 2 games will go a big way to defining our season & they failed miserably. I didn't see the 2nd half today but it sounds like it's identical to the Everton game, early lead, play ok, should have been ruthless when on top, concede an equaliser & look totally abject 2nd half.

They deserve al the criticism they are going to get I my opinion. All the players talk about winning the league, but in my opinion there's a select few who really want to put in the hard work & effort to win it, the rest would like to win it, but only if it gets placed into their lap.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40681 on: December 18, 2016, 07:57:09 pm »
Well I think I said a week ago these 2 games will go a big way to defining our season & they failed miserably. I didn't see the 2nd half today but it sounds like it's identical to the Everton game, early lead, play ok, should have been ruthless when on top, concede an equaliser & look totally abject 2nd half.

They deserve al the criticism they are going to get I my opinion. All the players talk about winning the league, but in my opinion there's a select few who really want to put in the hard work & effort to win it, the rest would like to win it, but only if it gets placed into their lap.
Except today Arsenal were never on top -- apart from scoring early, they were totally dominated and outclassed by Man City.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40682 on: December 18, 2016, 07:57:12 pm »
They have an easy run until Chelsea match, so I'm glad they lost today

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40683 on: December 18, 2016, 07:58:11 pm »
He doesn't talk in the most appropriate mannar but DT talks a lot of sense. There is clear lack of hunger within this squad. In Klopp's terms, they just aren't 'angry' enough. They're far too soft and it all comes from Wenger.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40684 on: December 18, 2016, 08:00:18 pm »
Gooners calling for Wenger's head on 606

 :lmao :lmao :lmao :lmao

Why is it funny?  Every year it's the same old, same old.  Maybe some of their fans would like to win the title, to win the European Cup.  To do more than be at the top table every year, without being the best.

Wenger has done some wonderful things for that club, and perhaps getting someone else in means they finish 6th and aren't in the Champions League.  But given that they aren't going to win it with Wenger in charge, what difference does it make?  They might be worse without him, but they aren't going to be better with him, so why shouldn't fans want a change?

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40685 on: December 18, 2016, 08:00:31 pm »
They have an easy run until Chelsea match, so I'm glad they lost today

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Could arguably win everyone.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40686 on: December 18, 2016, 08:07:31 pm »
Except today Arsenal were never on top -- apart from scoring early, they were totally dominated and outclassed by Man City.

I didn't mean that we were dominating the game, but the first half I watched showed City looking pretty open, & Arsenal getting into dangerous areas a few times, but lacking any sort of killer conviction or belief. If it was Klopps Liverpool I believe they could have easily scored a 2nd or a 3rd in that period given the same opportunities on the break.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40687 on: December 18, 2016, 08:09:26 pm »
I didn't say they were on top, but the first half I watched showed City looking pretty open, & Arsenal getting into dangerous areas a few times, but lacking any sort of killer conviction or belief. If it was Klopps Liverpool I believe they could have easily scored a 2nd or a 3rd in that period given the same opportunities on the break.

We would have gone for their throat.

They were shit first half bar Sterling's header.

You have a nice run of fixtures to stay top four.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40688 on: December 18, 2016, 08:19:29 pm »
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40689 on: December 18, 2016, 08:26:07 pm »
Claude and TY are absolute gold :lmao

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40690 on: December 18, 2016, 08:31:56 pm »
We would have gone for their throat.

They were shit first half bar Sterling's header.

You have a nice run of fixtures to stay top four.

Exactly what I was trying to say. You would have sensed a vulnerability & pounced on it, like you did vs us at The Emirates, like you would have sensed vs Everton on Tuesday.

I like to think of myself as quite level headed. I don't praise them too much & get carried away when they win, & don't criticise them too much when the get beat. But I agree with DT in the video above. I'm fed up thinking this could be the time, this time they seem to be showing a bit more desire & heart, only to be let down by those shit performances 2nd half that proves all the doubters correct. I don't want to watch the same failings every year, I don't want to just settle for top 4, I don't want to hear players come out in interviews & say they need to be stronger, or we've found a new mentality only to come out & play like pussies. It just grinds you down, & now there will be an apathy around as we know nothing has really changed, it's just the same old stuff year after year.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40691 on: December 18, 2016, 08:32:00 pm »
Claude and TY are absolute gold :lmao

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40692 on: December 18, 2016, 08:34:27 pm »
'Are you more committed than me?'  :lmao

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40693 on: December 18, 2016, 08:35:36 pm »
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnJOPZPQ9j8

Claude and Ty having another lovers tiff over Wenger

You put Klopp on the sideline and see if Ozil pulls that shite. He'll tear up his contract extention and show him the fucking door.

That Arsenal team made Sterling look good. He had all the time in the world to score his goal.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40694 on: December 18, 2016, 08:36:44 pm »
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40695 on: December 18, 2016, 08:42:23 pm »
That Arsenal team made Sterling look good. He had all the time in the world to score his goal.
Monreal is patently not good enough for Arsenal if they want to win the league. Lets them down too often. It's a shame for them because imo Cech, Bellerin and Koscielny definitely are (Mustafi yet to be seen).

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40696 on: December 18, 2016, 08:47:42 pm »
He doesn't talk in the most appropriate mannar but DT talks a lot of sense. There is clear lack of hunger within this squad. In Klopp's terms, they just aren't 'angry' enough. They're far too soft and it all comes from Wenger.

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Yeah he was pretty much spot on there. Lost a bit near the end but didnt say much wrong! Players not saying thanks win, lose or draw fucks me off as well. It takes 30 seconds to come over, hardly torture!

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40697 on: December 18, 2016, 08:59:53 pm »
Thanks Arsenal, for ruining Christmas. Muppets.


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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40698 on: December 18, 2016, 09:00:40 pm »
You can always rely on Ozil to be anonymous in a tough away game. All that talent in the world but a heart of a mouse. Pathetic footballer.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40699 on: December 18, 2016, 09:07:29 pm »
'Are you more committed than me?'  :lmao
Ty is one delusion fool,did he say "Are you questioning my fanbase"... ::)

Claude is brilliant when the Arsenal lose.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40700 on: December 18, 2016, 09:08:34 pm »
Claude and TY are absolute gold :lmao

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40701 on: December 18, 2016, 09:29:08 pm »
I'm sick of it!!! Sick of it!!!

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40702 on: December 18, 2016, 09:31:32 pm »
I'm sick of it!!! Sick of it!!!


Think you need to relax.

You have a nice run of fixtures until Chelsea away.

What if you take maximum points?
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40703 on: December 18, 2016, 09:37:46 pm »
Think you need to relax.

You have a nice run of fixtures until Chelsea away.

What if you take maximum points?

Naw, that was pathetic. Zero character in that team as usual. Could have been out of sight by half team against a poor City, but never put the foot down when they should. Give up completely in the second half.  I'd let Ozil go right now if he demands a better contract. A luxury player with the heart of a louse.  And our fans deride Jordan Henderson?  Haha, I bet Arsenal would love Hendo at the base of their midfield right now.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40704 on: December 18, 2016, 09:46:16 pm »
If shitcoat manages to overhaul these and they finish outside the top 4, what a horrible way for Wenger to go out that will be.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40705 on: December 18, 2016, 09:49:07 pm »
Barring Sanchez getting a massive injury no chance man united finish above them

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40706 on: December 18, 2016, 09:52:41 pm »
Barring Sanchez getting a massive injury no chance man united finish above them

Hate to say it but Unted are looking a bit more coherent than Arsenal. Hopefully a flash in the pan.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40707 on: December 18, 2016, 09:53:33 pm »
Hate to say it but Unted are looking a bit more coherent than Arsenal. Hopefully a flash in the pan.

Arsenal should win their next few
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40708 on: December 18, 2016, 10:00:04 pm »
We ll finish top 4, but this season, that's nowhere near good enough.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40709 on: December 18, 2016, 10:09:24 pm »
We ll finish top 4, but this season, that's nowhere near good enough.

This season? Or the last 10?

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40710 on: December 18, 2016, 10:11:05 pm »
I wonder how much of this poor form is down to Mustafi's absence. It's amazing how much difference a good defender can make to how an entire team plays. Not just through lack of individual errors, but by allowing the entire team to play further up the pitch and giving the midfield more confidence to attack.

I don't think it's a coincidence that they've lost the two (very winnable) games that he's missed.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40711 on: December 18, 2016, 11:27:01 pm »
If shitcoat manages to overhaul these and they finish outside the top 4, what a horrible way for Wenger to go out that will be.

He deserves it. Failed to move the club forward in the last decade. Same mistake every single year,  nothing chinges at Arsenal.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40712 on: December 19, 2016, 12:45:17 am »
United aren't finishing above Arsenal, Arsenal will go on another run and win multiple games and keep distance from United. United only have Ibrahimovic as a goal-scoring threat, that alone isn't enough, he's 35 years old, all of their goals are coming from him. Arsenal may falter in some big games, but they know how to finish in the top four.


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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40713 on: December 19, 2016, 02:37:06 am »
Hilarious ;D
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40714 on: December 19, 2016, 03:18:36 am »
Claude and TY are absolute gold :lmao

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What a bellend. Also screaming "Don't question my fanbase!" What does that even mean? hahahahaha

And all this from a fully grown man kitted out had to toe in the club shop including a pair of Arsenal fucking headphones. Comedy gold.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40715 on: December 19, 2016, 03:43:47 am »
Arsenal Fan Tv :lmao

Ty is a fucking joke. Reminds me of some of the superfans here to be honest.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40716 on: December 19, 2016, 03:57:17 am »
Claude and TY are absolute gold :lmao

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40717 on: December 19, 2016, 07:31:42 am »
This season? Or the last 10?

When we were selling our best players every summer and we didn't have the funds to compete in the transfer market, finishing top 4 was a good achievement. This season there are no excuses, if we can't challenge for the title it will look like this is Wenger's ceiling and he won't ever get higher.
Starting to agree with Claude that Wenger was great once but isn't anymore . No need for him to question Ty's fan base though, a low blow......
I think if this season goes the same way as the rest, there is a good chance that it'll dawn on Wenger, as well as many pro Wenger fans, like myself. That a fresh approach might be needed. The players are on easy street, not worried about their places or their futures. They have become too comfortable under a manager that always makes excuses for them.

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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40718 on: December 19, 2016, 08:09:16 am »
I feel sorry for Arsenal fans.
Proper ones.
Liam Brady on Irish TV looks genuinely perplexed.
You see these amazing players one week turn into these boys.
I mean; look at the shape and build of these fellas. I have mentioned this before - when Olivier Giroud is the mosty manly of your outfield players; you are gonna get bullied.
Ok. Sanchez is like a prizefighter; but they rarely play together. The rest look like adolescent boys; the type I see on the fields here at school.
Liverpool must be careful and make sure they don't go this way.
Even Koscielny looks about 12 stone.
What a spine they have, yet they look like kids; little spoiled rich kids who want their ball back when the tougher kids come to the neighbourhood.
Must be madness to be an Arsenal fan.
Move heaven and earth to get Simeone in; and tell those two guys asking for all that money to win something then we'll talk.
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Re: General Arsenal Thread
« Reply #40719 on: December 19, 2016, 08:39:59 am »
Was corzola a big miss. Does he bring that 'spine'.when is he back?
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