Bob or Cesc: Which former Arsenal midfielder gave you more ‘wow’ moments?
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Who wowed you more during his days at Arsenal – Robert Pires or Cesc Fabregas?
This may be a tough one but isn’t that the point of ‘Throw the Topic’ discussions anyway?
If you had to pick between Fabregas and Pires for who was the better attacking midfielder for Arsenal over the last decade, who would it be?
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Edin Dzeko plus cash for Robin van Persie?
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If Man. City were to offer Dzeko plus some cash (about £5-8m) for Van Persie, would you want Arsenal to accept it?
Wtih Robin van Persie now widely known to be on the verge of an Arsenal exit after announcing his decision to not renew his current contract, specualtion over the big transfer deal which will seal his departure has mounted.
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After netting 37 goals in an outstanding campaign last year, Van Persie has attracted all sorts of interests around Europe, but Juventus and Manchester City are reproted to be the serious contenders for his services.
Indeed, the latter club are looking to offload out-of-favour attackers in order to afford a place for Van Persie. And that brings about the question of whether Manchestr City will offer complete cash for Van Persie or – in a move similar to the Gallas/Cole deal – make a ‘player plus cash’ bid. Ultimately, the unsettled Edin Dzeko – who has fallen behind Tevez, Aguero and Balotelli in the pecking order – will be the man to offer.
So what if the blues offered Dzeko and around £5-8m of cash for Van Persie? Deal or no deal?
Personally, I think Edin Dzeko is a terrific prospect. Not only was he magnificent in the Bundesliga, he was world class at the start of last season (remember the FOUR goals at Spurs?)
His form only declined because he was not getting starts from Mancini (any played would). But he even half-won the title for Manchester City by scoring the vital equalizer to make it 2-2 against QPR on the final day. Dzeko would start for ANY team in the Premier League and at just 26 years of age, he’s still has more football to offer than Van Persie. Not to mention the fact that he does not have any ridiculous injury problems like RVP.
By the way, last season and 2008/09 are the only seasons RVP has ever lasted the entire campaign since arriving at the club in 2004.
In fact, I doubt City will be stupid enough to offer us the talent of Dzeko AND cash for RVP. But the only time we can strike this good deal is now – while RVP has not been stricken by some mysterious ankle injury or something
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Who is our best winger – Walcott, Gervinho or Oxlade-Chamberlain?
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Who is our best winger – Walcott, Gervinho or Oxlade-Chamberlain?
Among the trio, who really is Arsenal’s best winger?
Is it the pacey Theo Walcott, the nifty Gervinho or the exuberant Oxlade-Chamberlain?
Make your pick!
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Lukas Podolski or Arjen Robben? Take your pick Arsenal!
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If you could only pick one of them to join Arsenal, would it be Lukas Podolski or Arjen Robben?
Lukas Podolski may be on his way to Arsenal this summer while Arjen Robben’s contract situation at Bayern Munich is also being closely monitored by English clubs.
But which of the two left-footed aces would you prefer to have as an Arsenal player if you had the choice? And please, please do not choose both players.
Now take your pick out of the two!
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Best match against Spurs at the Emirates stadium?
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What was the best match against Spurs at the Emirates stadium?
Sunday will bring north London’s big foes together again for the first time since October.
And memories from past clashes will also be brought back as the Gunners face the rare task of having to upset a Spurs side sitting above them on the table and classed as favourites for the derby.
The tables might truly be turning in this rivalry which was once comprehensively dominated by Arsenal after Wenger’s men recently lost a long unbeaten record against Spurs.
There has hardly been a boring north London derby at the Emirates stadium ever since the Gunners moved to their new ground.
From the 3-0 win – which had two penalties – in the first ever meeting there in 2006 to the 4-4 draw in 2008 along with the ’11 second derby’ in 2009, north London derbies at the Emirates never disappoint.
But what is YOUR favourite match against Tottenham Hotspur which took place at the Emirates stadium?
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Which means more? Finishing above Spurs or Champions League qualification?
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Which means more? Finishing above Spurs or qualifying for Champions League?
Arsenal almost always qualify for the Champions League. Arsenal almost always finish above Spurs.
Well, this year may be different.
At the moment, the Gunners are still behind the pace for a top four finish which would secure participation in Europe’s elite club competition next year while their fierce local rivals sit 10 points ahead of them in third on the table.
Yes, you may argue that finishing above high-flying Tottenham would mean a top four finish anyway, but which scenario would you rather have if Arsenal were not to get the luxury of finishing above the old foe and also qualifying for the Champions League at the same time….
1)Tottenham collapsing to finish 6th while the Gunners finish ahead at 5th but still fail to qualify for the Champions League.
2)Arsenal finishing 4th but behind a third placed Spurs.
If you can’t have both, what would you rather have?
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Who really is better – Gibbs or Santos?
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Who really is better – Gibbs or Santos?
Both are currently injured as Arsene Wenger searches for a ‘quick fix’ replacement, but when the dust settles and Andre Santos and Kierran Gibbs are available, who at all should be Arsenal’s No. 1 left-back?
Gael Clichy’s move to Manchester City left that void wide open, and that summer exit might have been delightful for those who felt the Frenchman was declining in form.
But Clichy’s departure has caused a dilemma over who Wenger should deploy at left-back more often – in case the boss opts to use Vermaelen primarily as a centre-back.
Andre Santos can be found wanting in defense sometimes, but he is good as a forward when he attacks. The former Fenerbache man showcases a touch of Brazilian skill and classy finishing in front of goal. And that, for Wenger’s attacking-minded tactics, is always ‘bingo!’. Then there is Gibbs, who is more dynamic as an attacking threat from full-back compared to Clichy – since he does not limit himself to just crosses from the flanks – but the Englishman, truly defends with his pace and that is not always enough to stop the opposition.
Incidentally, since Santos’ arrival happened during Gibbs’ lay-off, both defenders have never been available at the same time for selection.
They have been injured at the same time – with Gibbs the prime ‘Mr. injury-prone’ – but who do you really fancy to be Arsenal’s first choice left-back between the two?
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Best moment of 2011?
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What are your best and worst Arsenal moments of 2011?
The year of 2011 which began with Arsenal almost neck-and-neck with Manchester United in the title race will be ending with the Gunners begging to mingle with the red devils in the top four.
Such is the extent of the different circumstances which occurred during this calendar year at Arsenal Football Club. There were ‘highs’ like that night against Barcelona at the Emirates and ‘lows’ like losing to Birmingham in the Carling Cup final. ‘Highs’ like securing five signings on transfer deadline day and ‘lows’ like losing star players in the summer. ‘Highs’ like storming Stamford Bridge with a scarce win and of course, ‘lows’ like the 8-2 humbling at Old Trafford.
The Gunners are still picking up the pieces to their once turbulent season as we enter the new year. Yes, there is one more game to go this year (QPR clash on Saturday) but look back at the past 12 months and pick the moments (bad and good) which will be lingering in your memory.
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What are your hopes for Arsenal’s FIVE new signings?
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What are your hopes for Arsenal’s FIVE new signings?
It is safe to say Arsenal have made some movement in the transfer market since Sunday.
The Gunners have announced signings of Park Chu-Young (FW), Andre Santos (LB), Per Mertesacker (CB), Yossi Benayoun (MF) and Mikel Arteta (MF) to leave a majority of fans in rejuvenated mood.
But what do you really expect from Arsenal’s new boys? Better stuff or too little too late? Have your say!
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Which and how many players do Arsenal need to add in the next?
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Which and how many players do Arsenal need to add in the next?
The home defeat to Liverpool added even more confirmation to the need of activity in the transfer market by Arsenal.
But who should Wenger sign to strengthen the squad and how many players do you think are required?
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What was your favourite memory of Cesc?
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What was your favourite memory of Cesc?
It is finally official, Cesc Fabregas is back to being a Barcelona player.
Since being recruited by Arsenal at a 16 year-old, Fabregas set several records as the club; from youngest ever player to youngest ever scorer and most recently, youngest ever captain.
But a homesick Fabregas cited he was not getting any younger and in the midst of Arsenal’s run of barren years, chose to return to Barcelona.
During his eight years at Arsenal, Cesc did live up to the promise he showed following his arrival in 2003, but his failure to lift a trophy as a senior member of the team will have some fans feeling the 24-year-old left with his job undone.
Fabregas is finally gone nonetheless, and for the many who grew sick of annual transfer rumours over his departure, this news is greeted with relief as much as disappointment.
But what moment will remind you the most about Arsenal’s former No.4?
How do you feel about Shay Given joining Villa instead?
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How do you feel about Shay Given joining Villa instead?
Aston Villa have completed the signing of Manchester City goalkeeper Shay Given on a five-year deal and will unveil their new player on Tuesday.
Given is without a doubt a man who had been coveted by most Arsenal fans who have seen the club pay the price for shot-stopping blunders in recent seasons so it may come as a surprise that the Irish goalkeeper was indeed available for sale at Man. City but was just not pursued by Arsene Wenger.
Give your opinions: Is the promise of Szczesny and/or Fabianski enough to disregard Given or is this an opportunity missed?
What if Nasri, Clichy, Fabregas, Theo and RVP all left?
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What if Nasri, Clichy, Fabregas, Theo and RVP all left?
What would you do and how do you think Arsenal could move on if Nasri (likely), Clichy (likely), Fabregas (likely), Theo (pending) and RVP (pending) all left the club.
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Which Arsenal player would you not pick a fight with?
It’s official, Arsenal have the most ‘babies’.
The Gunners were recently revealed officially as the average lightest and shortest squad in the Premier League while Sunday’s opponents Chelsea were found the tallest and heaviest at an average of 6ft 1 and 13.1 stone.
Indeed, those facts are of no surprise to many who have witnessed the Gunners buckle under physical pressure – mostly away from home.
And through the additions of the likes of Chamakh and Squillaci, Arsene Wenger seems to be gradually addressing Arsenal’s lacking physical factor, the main shortcoming opponents exploit against his side.
The opposition’s strategy to out-muscle Arsenal has grown ever since the departures of the physically imposing (and successful) class of Adams, Keown, Vieira, Gilberto, Pires and company.
But who are the tougher men in our squad today?
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Your most sensational deadline day move?
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Which deadline day move was most sensational to you?
Arsenal might have chosen to stay out of the drama but you won’t have to look too far elsewhere at fellow Premier League clubs – from Stoke to Birmignham – for some deadline day sensation.
Armand Traore’s loan exit to Juventus was one of several deals forced outside England as AC Milan and company made last gasp moves.
So of all the transfers you have learned of today, which one caught your attention the most?
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Do you hate Gallas now?
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Has William Gallas become a new hate figure for edging close to a Spurs move or will you forgive his decision?
The news of the moment is that former Arsenal captain William Gallas will be making his second ship-jumping across London soon.
Man. City’s threat to Arsenal – scared or not?
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How much of a threat are Man. City after strengthening their squad again this summer?
Manchester City’s eclectic squad has grown even stronger this summer. And after the additions of Yaya Toure and David Silva, the Eastlands club have arguably the deepest and most star-studded squad in the Premier League.
But is that enough for them to be a real threat to the Gunners’ pursuit of the title and a stay in the top four or are Mancini’s men not yet there for you?
Concerned Wenger has only one year left?
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Are you concerned Wenger has just one year left on his contract?
The Arsenal boss is yet to renew his current deal at the club which expires in the summer of 2011.
Therefore, are you worried about the Frenchman’s future and hope he extends his reign at Arsenal or do you feel his time is up anyway?
Impressions of Laurent Koscielny?
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What are your impressions of Laurent Koscielny?
This does not necessarily mean you are making judgments off two low-level preseason games. Just give your thoughts on his first glimpses in an Arsenal shirt.
Clichy dropped for the new season?
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Should the occasionally shaky Clichy be dropped for either Traore or Gibbs?
With Armand Traore (definitely more capable physically and more adventurous in attack) impressing against Barnet yesterday while Kieran Gibbs remains a promising prospect, should Gael Clichy (often a suspect in defense last season) be dropped for one of the young duo?
How will Koscielny fare against Arsenal bully Drogba?
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How will new signing Koscielny fare against Arsenal bully Didier Drogba?
Arsenal finally announced the signing of Loreient’s 6 ft centre-back Laurent Koscielny today but the big question is how he will do in the Premier League – especially against Arsenal bully Didier Drogba, a player whom even Thomas Vermaelen could not foil last season.
Who should wear famous No. 10 when Gallas frees it?
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Who should wear famous No. 10 when Gallas frees it?
Which player would best fit the No. 10 jersey when Gallas’ exit makes it available?
What do you know about Laurent Koscielny?
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What do you know about Laurent Koscielny?
What do you know about Arsenal’s possible new signing and what are your honest expectations of him?
Which player have you spotted at the World Cup for Arsenal?
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Which player have you spotted at the World Cup for Arsenal?
Andre Ayew of Ghana has been a bright prospect.
