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Alex Song, Emmanuel Eboue back for United!

Just as predicted, Alex Song will be back for this weekend’s game against Manchester United after his Cameroon team were knocked out of the African Cup of Nations by Egypt. Emmanuel Eboue will also be back after Ivory Coast surprisingly lost to Algeria. While I’m sorry that both couldn’t help their team to the trophy it is [...]

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World Cup Update: The amazing recovery of Charlie Davies

After a phenomenal run at the 2009 Confederations Cup that saw the team finally fall to an experienced Brazilian side, the USA is set to play England in it’s first group match of the 2010 World Cup. One of the promising new youngsters of the tournament was Charlie Davies, who with his pace and [...]

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Egypt in goal row as they and Nigeria progress to Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals

Gunner be back soon: Alex Song (left) will return to Arsenal following Cameroon's defeat to Egypt in which Ahmed Hassan (right) scored twiceEgypt captain Ahmed Hassan scored two goals to lead his country to a 3-1 win over Cameroon in extra time in Benguela and set up a semi-final against England's World Cup opponents, Algeria...

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Gallas pushed to the limit, says Wenger

Defender has struggled through the pain of a back problem Gallas has started all 22 of Arsenal's Premier League matchesArsène Wenger has admitted that William Gallas has been pressed through the pain of a muscular problem on a number of occasions in recent weeks and the central defender has been fortunate to avoid a serious inju...

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Smalling chase hots up as Man United and Arsenal battle for Fulham defender

Rapid rise: Cottagers defender SmallingArsenal could face stiff competition from Manchester United in the race to sign Fulham defender Chris Smalling...

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Next games crucial for Arsenal's title credentials, says Arsène Wenger

'If we win these games we have a big hope' Liverpool comeback was a vital win, says Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger says Arsenal's next four matches represent the most intense and meaningful period of his Premier League career but, as the team prepare to kick off the sequence at Aston Villa tonight, the manager believes that they ...

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Back four return to face Villans

Defenders Thomas Vermaelen, William Gallas and Gael Clichy will also return having been rested for the FA Cup defeat at Stoke, but midfielder Abou Diaby (calf) remains sidelined...

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Manchester City close to signing Marco Motta on loan from Roma

Roberto Mancini confirms interest in out-of-favour defender Loan deal for Mathieu Flamini still a possibilityManchester City have opened formal talks with Roma about signing their out-of-favour defender Marco Motta on loan for the rest of the season. Motta is a 23-year-old right-back who has lost his place at the Stadio Olimpico since ...

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The End of the Road…

It is with regret that I have made a decision to shutdown Avenell Road, I have been thinking about doing this for a few months now, there are probably hundreds of reasons why I have come to this decision the main one being a selfish one, I honestly don’t have the spare time to dedicate [...]

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Cheer up, Gooners – we’ve just had some great news!

By Avenell Dave I guess we’ll know in the next week or two whether Arsene Wenger’s gamble has paid off – but at least there’s some good news for us Addicts this evening. After pummeling Egypt for much of the second half of the African Cup of Nations quarter-final this afternoon, Cameroon became ...

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Wenger praises Campbell

The only thing to remember in Gunner’s FA Cup defeat yesterday by the Stoke City was the comeback of Sol Campbell says manager Arsène Wenger. Campbell, 35-year-old defender, made his first appearance for Arsenal after the Champions League final in 2006 Paris against the Barcelona Football Club. Arsene Wenger said, “Sol had a good game. Considering he [...]

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Carlos Vela Struggles As Arsenal Crashed Out Of The FA Cup

Mexican winger Carlos Vela has struggled a lot against Stoke City, as the Potters were able to romp the Gunners by 3:1 at the Britannia Stadium on Sunday afternoon. It was definately a dissapointing afternoon for the young 20 years old as he tried a lot, but nothing should work for the forward on this [...]

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Chelsea to be boosted by early return of Didier Drogba and Salomon Kalou

Ivory Coast internationals due back on Wednesday Juliano Belletti out of Birmingham gameChelsea's title challenge is to benefit from Ivory Coast's premature elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations with Didier Drogba and Salomon Kalou expected back in London on Wednesday ahead of a first-team return for the weekend trip to Bu...

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Alex Song is coming back!

After their 3-1 defeat against Egypt, Cameroon are out of the Africa Cup of Nations and this means Alex Song will join his Arsenal team mates and will be eligible for the game against Manchester ...

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Illumination: The Secret Religion

Courtesey of baconscarf’s friend Sammy, not to be confused with lostboy. Real deal or the lazy man’s atheist? Great read nonetheless. Here’s the intro: The following article takes ancient Illuminati teachings and presents them in the light of modern philosophical and scientific findings. Many will find this material difficult and obscure. Those who [...]

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Great result for Cameroon and other random rambling

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Stoke 3-1 Arsenal – 24/01/10 – (FA Cup 4th Round)

What an awful result that is, and it was a performance to match yesterday. I was upset with how we played and we never looked like we deserved anything else but the loss. I can take it when we play well and lose but yesterday just wasn’t one of those days We had to field a [...]

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“A towel has immense psychological value” (Douglas Adams)*

By Walter Broeckx I don’t like the ritual from Delap when he is going to take a throw-in. On Sunday I watched the game and I have timed how much time it takes to get the ball back in play when Stoke City can take a throw and they let Delap do it. You have to take [...]

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Farewell Robinho and Rooney runs riot

Another Football Weekly, and it's a show as packed as Cristiano Ronaldo's Armani underpants (more on him later).James Richardson is joined in the pod by Sean Ingle, Barry Glendenning and Barney Ronay,and they begin by analysing a mixed weekend for Manchester United and Manchester City ahead of the second leg of their Carling Cup semi-final. City's Robinho appears to be heading back to Br...

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Gunners defender moves on

Everton have signed Swiss defender Phillipe Senderos on-loan from Arsenal until the end of the season.

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Chris Smalling completes switch to Manchester United as Arsenal lose out on Fulham defender

Rapid rise: Cottagers defender SmallingManchester United have completed their swoop of Chris Smalling from Fulham...

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ASTON VILLA v Arsenal- John Carew Stephen Warnock and Nigel Reo-Coker miss out

Aston Villa will be without full-back Stephen Warnock, midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and striker John Carew for the clash against Arsenal at Villa Park...

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Five things we learned this weekend | Barney Ronay

José Mourinho is a trophy hogger, the Africa Cup of Nations needs to be moved and Arsenal got what they deservedJosé Mourinho is a trophy hoggerJosé Mourinho hasn't lost a home match in eight years. This is an amazing record. As is the fact that if Inter go on to wrap up a fifth straight Scudetto – which looks likely after the weekend's derby v...

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Wenger: Campbell retains top flight class

Manager felt defender 'did very well under the circumstances' 'His attitude and application were outstanding,' says PulisThe only bright spot in Arsenal's FA Cup defeat by Stoke City yesterday was the comeback of Sol Campbell, according to the manager Arsène Wenger. The 35-year-old defender was making his first appearance for the Gunne...

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FreezeFrame: Aston Villa 0-0 Arsenal, 2001

Enjoy a classic interactive image ahead of every Gunners game

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Player Stack: Aston Villa v Arsenal line-ups

See how the teams have lined up in their last three games

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Preview: Aston Villa v Arsenal

Aston Villa meet Premier League high-flyers Arsenal at Villa Park on Wednesday evening as they look to continue their own assault at the top end of the table...

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Wenger - Gallas has been on edge of injury

Manager doesn't always know if defender will complete 90 minutes

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Havin’ My Baby – Think About Life

Every few months I inexplicably fall in love with a song. You know that song, the street meat song – you keep going back even though you KNOW you shouldn’t. That hot spicy mess of mysterious gyro and gloriously unhealthy white sauce. That liberating post meal shit that lays burning waste to [...]

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Senderos joins Everton on loan

Arsenal's Swiss international defender Philippe Senderos joins fellow Premier League side Everton on loan for the rest of the season.

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Arsenal's Senderos completes loan move to Everton

Arsenal's Senderos completes loan move to Everton

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Everton: Evertn switch for Gunners defender

Everton have signed Swiss defender Phillipe Senderos on-loan from Arsenal until the end of the season

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Stoke City’s day-after thoughts: Why so serious?

Writing today’s day after thoughts comes easy, because rumbling in my head are the same thoughts I had after we crashed out of the Carling Cup after a disappointing 3-0 defeat away at Manchester City. ...

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Jon Lee does not know how to play defense

You can never really call it a completely satisfying weekend when you’ve been conclusively dominated at competitive drinking games by a former art student – I stereotype only to emphasize the pitiful state of my own demise. He was the last pick after all, which clearly did not do his ironic talents justice, though [...]

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Vito Mannone sets sights on becoming Arsenal No1 after signing new deal

Italy Under-21 goalkeeper has played eight times this season 'It was always my plan to make it at Arsenal'The Italian goalkeeper Vito Mannone wants to become Arsenal's No1 after signing a new long-term contract with the club. The 21-year-old stepped in for the injured Manuel Almunia earlier this season and went on to make eight appeara...

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Senderos set for Everton loan

Arsenal´s Swiss defender Philippe Senderos is set to join Premiership rivals Everton on loan until the end of the season, according to the Goodison Park club.

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Senderos completes Everton switch

Everton have completed the signing of Philippe Senderos on loan from Arsenal until the end of the season...

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Mannone to be Arsenal No 1

Italian goalkeeper Vito Mannone has set his sights on becoming the Arsenal number one

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Euro Watch: Porto through in Cup

We keep a check on our Champions League opponents' progress

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Arsenal Ladies 2-1 Chelsea Ladies - Report

Davison and Carter score as Gunners cut gap with Sunderland

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Everton move excites Senderos

Philippe Senderos is confident he can revive his career after moving on loan to Everton from Premier League rivals Arsenal until the end of the season.

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Toffees seal Senderos loan

Everton have completed the loan signing of defender Philippe Senderos from Arsenal on a deal which runs until the end of the season...

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Rapper Jay-Z: I Support Arsenal (Goal.com via Yahoo! Sports)

He's got 99 problems but a club ain't one.

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Mannone extends Arsenal stay

Vito Mannone aims to become Arsenal´s first choice goalkeeper after signing for another four years with the Premier League leaders on Monday.

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Mannone signs new Arsenal deal

Arsenal keeper Vito Mannone signs a new long-term deal and set his sights on becoming the club's number one choice.

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United and Arsenal on alert as Buffon admits he's had enough of poor Juve

Manchester United and Arsenal are on alert after Juventus and Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon hinted he wanted to leave the Turin-based giants.

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Gary Neville is looking forward to Manchester United's 'big week'

United face Manchester City and Arsenal in next six days 'We want to get a consistent run of performances now'Gary Neville admits Manchester United have a big week ahead of them as they attempt to overturn Manchester City's advantage in the Carling Cup semi-final before facing Arsenal in a crucial Premier League match on Sunday....

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Mannone pens Arsenal deal

ROOKIE goalkeeper Vito Mannone signs new long-term deal with the club

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Mannone signs new deal and targets trophies

Italian goalkeeper Vito Mannone has set his sights on becoming the Arsenal number one after signing a new long-term contract with the Premier League club.

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Angola 2010: Ivory Coast heading home

Eboue and team-mates out after Quarter-Final defeat

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Stoke City 3 Arsenal 1

Stoke City 3 Arsenal 1Vitalfootball: Arsenal: 25/01/2010 11:57:00Punished By Stoke By Going for Broke

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Vito Mannone signs new Arsenal contract

Italian goalkeeper has set his sights on becoming Arsenal No 1 after signing new long-term deal.

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Mannone signs new deal at Arsenal

Italian Under-21 international keeper Vito Mannone has promised to "repay the club for the faith they have shown in me" after signing an undisclosed long-term contract extension with Arsenal FC.

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ALL THE MIDWEEK BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE AND CARLING CUP TEAM NEWS

TUESDAYPREMIER LEAGUEBolton v Burnley (8pm)Portsmouth v West HamTottenham v FulhamWolves v LiverpoolWEDNESDAYAston Villa v ArsenalBlackburn v Wigan (8pm)Chelsea v BirminghamEverton v Sunderland (8pm)CARLING CUPMan United v Man CityAll matches 7...

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Mannone signs new Arsenal contract

Italian goalkeeper Vito Mannone has set his sights on becoming the Arsenal number one after signing a new long-term contract with the club.

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Galindo Still On Trial + Money Off Arsenal Gear

Bolivian midfielder Samuel Galindo remains on trial with Arsenal as the Gunners are still undecided on whether to offer him a contract following allegations over irregularities with age. Young Guns covered the story last week which was run by El Deportivo TV who published copies of both a passport and trial documentation from Samuel. The two [...]

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Gunners extension for Mannone

Italian goalkeeper Vito Mannone has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal...

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Loan Watch: Lansbury scores in Watford defeat

Our weekly check on the progress of Arsenal's on-loan stars

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Jay gets ready to rewind

JAY EMMANUEL-THOMAS will learn by watching his Arsenal debut on DVD

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Mannone signs long term contract

The young Italian goalkeeper Vito Mannone has committed his long term future to Arsenal today. A report released on the official Arsenal website said: “Young Italian goalkeeper Vito Mannone has signed a new long-term contract. “The 21-year-old has already impressed for the first-team this season, making eight appearances – five in the Premier League and three in [...]

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Arsenal ready to launch loan swoop for AC Milan outcast Huntelaar

Arsenal are hopeful of resurrecting their interest in Holland striker Klass-Jan Huntelaar this week...

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Stoke Deliver KO Blow

FA Cup 4th Round Stoke City 3 – 1 Arsenal 1 – 0 Fuller (2) 1 – 1 Denilson (42) 2 – 1 Fuller (77) 3 – 1 Whitehead (85) The opportunity to win one of the three trophies in which Arsenal had an interest disappeared yesterday at The Britannia Stadium as Stoke City ended their FA Cup hoodoo, not undeservedly [...]

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Campbell – The FA Cup is special, but the team needs to be up for it!

Sol Campbell made his Arsenal debut for the second time yesterday, and is happy to be playing again, but not so happy that the team has been knocked out of the Cup! “We just have to dust ourselves off and realise how precious these cup competitions and the league points are” Campbell said. “They are special. The [...]

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Gary Neville gearing up for big week

Gary Neville admits Manchester United have a big week ahead of them as they attempt to overturn Manchester City's advantage in the Carling Cup semi-final before facing Arsenal in a crunch clash at the weekend

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Mannone: 'This is a great moment for me'

'Now I want to try and become the No 1 goalkeeper here'

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Sidibe glad to be back

Mamady Sidibe believes he is back to full fitness after helping Stoke dump Arsenal out of the FA Cup.

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Dismal defeat all part of Wenger's masterplan

By Avenell Dave It's not often you see Arsene Wenger smiling at the end of a game. But after yesterday's defeat against Stoke, I'm sure I saw him smile when he shook hands with Tony Pulice at the end of the game. When the side was announced, I initially thought that Wenger had decided to give it a go, by playing Cesc Fabregas who was unquestionably due a rest. Wo...

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On the up side: Sol and Cesc. Not so good: Theo and Vela

I MADE a rare away day trip yesterday to Stoke. Here are my thoughts. The opening goal Fabianski, where were you? It had to be his ball. From then on… We very, very rarely looked dangerous for the rest of the half. The conditions were pretty poor, with the pitch playing a lot less well up close than the [...]

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Vito Mannone signs new long-term contract

Young goalkeeper commits his future to Arsenal Football Club

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Campbell - It was great being back out there

Sol reflects on a bittersweet return to the Arsenal first team

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Tasty United clash for Gunners

The undoubted clash of the weekend will see long-time rivals Arsenal square up to Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on Sunday afternoon...

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One for the ladies

And by that I mean that having been knocked out of the cup, we now have no football to keep us busy over the weekend of Valentine’s day ; Quick, everybody think of an excuse not to go to a busy, overpriced restaurant for a sub standard meal! I absolutely hate getting knocked out of the [...]

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Wenger’s Greatest Mistakes

There were a couple of comments yesterday that in the face of an exit from another competition to the effect that I should not be so positive in my comments on this site.  A defeat, an exit from the Cup, is a time for sadness and reflection on what we should have done. So, in response, [...]

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Aston Villa: Defender worry for O'Neill

Stephen Warnock has a shin injury and is an early doubt for Aston Villa's crucial clash with Arsenal on Wednesday night.

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AL WE MISS YOU! / Wenger heaps pressure on himself by throwing the cup

So the team lined up as well as could have been expected. We rested a few that were in need… Arshavin because of his foot, Eduardo because he’s played a lot lately and Rosicky because he has the genetic build quality of an MFI kitchen set. We started off in spectacularly poor fashion. After [...]

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Well that didn’t go to plan or did it?

Watching Arsenal crash out of the FA Cup at the hands of Stoke is not my favourite way I to spend a Sunday afternoon. I understand and agree with team selection: I realise the need to give valuable experience to many of what is hoped will be the stars of the not too distant future [...]

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A necessary sacrifice

If Arsenal do win the league title at season end, or god forbid even the Champions League, we may very well look back on the FA Cup debacle as no more than a blip.

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Villa's Warnock in fitness race for Arsenal clash

Aston Villa left-back Stephen Warnock is battling to overcome a shin injury in time for Wednesday's vital Premier League clash with visiting Arsenal.

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What the papers say: Wenger takes the blame for Cup exit

We're all about making your life easier here at Arsenal Addict, where our team of Addicted editors spend every spare second scrutinising news coverage to make sure you're kept up to date with what's going on at our beloved club. So if you don't have the time to trawl through the UK's national newspapers for Arsenal stories, be sure to check back here where we'll do the work for you. The ...

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Jay Emmanuel-Thomas happy with his performance but disappointed by defeat

Arsenal youngster Jay Emmanuel-Thomas intends to learn all he can from the bitter disappointment of FA Cup defeat at Stoke

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Keeper set to join rivals

Arsenal have missed out on the signing of goalkeeper Jan Mucha who looks set to sign for Everton this summer.

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Wenger forced into changes

Arsene Wenger says he had no choice but to put out a weakened side as Arsenal crashed out of the FA Cup against Stoke.

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Stoke 3-1 Arsenal : Bye bye to the FA Cup, time to go for the league

The main talking point in the wake of the FA Cup defeat against Stoke will be the manager's team selection. Personally I don't think he had much choice. Afterwards he said he had to rest Vermaelen, Clichy and Sagna due to knocks they had. Play them and have them missing for the league games and he's on a hiding to nothing. The absence of so many players through injury and ACN meant he didn't so...

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Aston Villa defender Warnock faces race to be fit for midweek Arsenal date

Aston Villa left-back Stephen Warnock is battling to overcome a shin injury in time for Wednesday's vital Barclays Premier League clash with visiting Arsenal...

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Ive forgotten cup exit - Wenger

A much-changed Arsenal side crashed out 3-1 at Stoke on Sunday, having been unable to match the home side's physical commitment...

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Everton had rivals for Mucha - Agent

Jan Mucha's agent claims Everton beat Arsenal, Tottenham and a number of other English clubs in the race to sign the goalkeeper this summer.

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Arsene Wenger blames himself as Arsenal dumped out of FA Cup by Stoke

Arsenal manager says he had little choice but to field weakened side but admits blame for defeat lies squarely at his door.

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Sol Campbell: We have to work harder

Sol Campbell has told his new team-mates they must work harder to earn the right to win silverware after Arsenal crashed out of the FA Cup at Stoke

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Wenger takes the blame as Arsenal shadow team suffer Cup KO at Stoke

Arsenal Wenger blamed himself as Arsenal were muscled out of the FA Cup by Stoke City on Sunday afternoon...

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Pulis hails Potters' efforts

Manager Tony Pulis was full of praise for his side after seeing Stoke City see off Arsenal 3-1 in an FA Cup fourth round tie at the Britannia Stadium...

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ALL THE MIDWEEK BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE TEAM NEWS

TUESDAYBolton v Burnley (8pm)Portsmouth v West HamTottenham v FulhamWolves v LiverpoolWEDNESDAYAston Villa v ArsenalBlackburn v Wigan (8pm)Chelsea v BirminghamEverton v Sunderland (8pm)All matches 7...

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Gibbs to finally have surgery

Arsenal have announced that Kieran Gibbs, who hurt his foot in November playing in the Champions League need surgery that will keep him out for the rest of the season. If you remember, Gibbs got hurt against Standard Liege. At that time Arsenal said that Gibbs had fractured the first metatarsal in his left foot and [...]

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Forster staying open to Toon exit

The talented goalkeeper has impressed while on loan at the Canaries, so much so that his consistent displays have attracted attention from elswhere, with Premier League trio Arsenal, Tottenham and Stoke all credited with an interest...

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Wenger stands by Gunners

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger defended his decision to select an under-strength side for the FA Cup fourth round trip to Stoke City, which ended in a 3-1 defeat at the Britannia Stadium...

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Neville relishing showdown week as United get ready for City and Arsenal

Defender Gary Neville admits Manchester United have a big week ahead of them as they attempt to overturn Manchester City's advantage in the Carling Cup semi-final before facing Arsenal in a crunch Premier League clash...

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Arsene Wenger’s first injury update ahead of Villa: Thomas Vermaelen, Bacary Sagna and Gael Clichy

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger revealed Thomas Vermaelen suffered an injury which prevented him from facing Stoke City in the F.A. Cup, but together with Bacary Sagna and Gael Clichy, he will be back for the ...

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Arsenal fans are two faced!! stoke game and player ratings

Yes, it was a poor perfomance, yes,we were knocked out by a relegation side but what can you do as a manager, if almost  all your first team players have got niggles with big matches coming up starting starting Wednesday?? Two faced fans Before the match almost all  the arsenal fans were talking  of resting the first team [...]

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Pulis praises Sidibe and Fuller

Stoke manager Tony Pulis says that Mama Sidibe and Ricardo Fuller were the difference in the Potters' 2-1 FA Cup fourth round win over Arsenal...

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[Video] Stoke City vs Arsenal: Match Video Highlights

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Whitehead delight at first goal

Dean Whitehead has admitted his first goal for Stoke City was overdue after scoring in the 3-1 win over Arsenal in the FA Cup on Sunday...

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Senderos moves to Everton on loan

Everton have completed the signing of Philippe Senderos on loan from Arsenal until the end of the season...

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Player Ratings: Stoke v Arsenal

Stoke City 3 (Fuller 2, 78, Whitehead 86) - Arsenal 1 (Denilson 42) Match Report | Highlights Lukasz Fabianski - Should have done much better on the first goal. Everybody knows what Rory Delap is capable of and to be so unconvincing when coming off your line like that is criminal. Distribution ...

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Jay Emmanuel-Thomas learning the Arsenal way despite shock FA Cup exit

Arsenal youngster Jay Emmanuel-Thomas intends to learn all he can from thebitter disappointment of FA Cup defeat at Stoke...

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Everton enter race with Tottenham, Liverpool and Arsenal to sign Huntelaar

Everton are exploring ways of matching Klaas Jan Huntelaar's wages in the face of competition from Tottenham for the AC Milan striker.

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Wenger defends selection policy as Arsenal crash out

Arsene Wenger defended his right to field a weakened team in Arsenal´s 3-1 FA Cup fourth round defeat at Stoke and insisted his desire to lift the Premier League title had been behind his decision.

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Arsene Wenger defends team selection after FA Cup exit

Arsene Wenger insisted he had little choice but to field a weakened side as Arsenal were dumped out of the FA Cup

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Jamie Redknapp's weekend Watch: Stoke looking good with Fuller in flight

Stoke's Ricardo Fuller is a menace of a striker. He should score more goals because he has the talent to do so, but ask Arsenal’s defenders about his ability.

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Senderos up for tough Toffees task

The 24-year-old agreed a temporary move from Arsenal at the weekend and the paperwork has been formally completed on Monday afternoon...

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Pulis – Arsenal have qualty and strength in depth, but Stoke have the spirit!

The Stoke City manager Tony Pulis was extremely happy to see his team knock the League leaders Arsenal out of the FA Cup, and praised the Stoke team’s “spirit and togetherness” which saw them overcome a slightly weakened Gunners side. “The spirit was absolutely fantastic once again,” he said. “In the time that I have been [...]

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Arsenal 1-3 Stoke: Knocked out by a quality goal

A great second goal from Ricardo Fuller, not an inexperienced team, saw us knocked out of the FA Cup. After starting with a mix of youth and experience and battling back to level the game at 1-1, Arsene Wenger made the changes that I expected to help us push on and win the game. Andrey Arshavin, [...]

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Arsenal 1-3 Stoke: Knocked out by a great goal

A great second goal from Ricardo Fuller, not an inexperienced team, saw us knocked out of the FA Cup. After starting with a mix of youth and experience and battling back to level the game at 1-1, Arsene Wenger made the changes that I expected to help us push on and win the game. Andrey Arshavin, [...]

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Ferguson hails 'main man' Rooney

The answer to the question of where ­Manchester United would be without Wayne Rooney is third in the Premier League, eight points behind ­Arsenal and Chelsea. And that is just by working out how many points the champions owe to his goals.Without him, they might be anything up to £100m better off but the one positive thing about Manchester United's debt is ...

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Sol: I felt so good out there

SOL CAMPBELL revelled in his Arsenal return and said: I'm ready for the title fight

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