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United gear up for biggest game

Sir Alex Ferguson has declared Manchester United's Barclays Premier League showdown with Arsenal on Sunday as his club's "biggest game of the season"...

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Weger relishing title battle

The Gunners enjoyed a period of fierce rivalry with United at the turn of the Millennium as Wenger and Sir Alex Ferguson battled for domestic supremacy...

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Do Martin ONeills Aston Villa really play long-ball game Arsene Wenger

Arsene Wenger lit the fuse and retreated...

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Fergie hails fantastic Fletcher

It has taken some time - and Arsene Wenger may not agree - but the wider football world has finally woken up to the talents of Darren Fletcher...

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Arsenal pull out of race for Nice striker Loic Remy after French club hold firm on 13m price tag

Arsenal have failed in their bid to land France striker Loic Remy as his club Nice hold out for a £13million fee for the promising 23-year-old...

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One down, three to go

Good result, bad result, two points lost or one gained – we just don’t know yet. I would wager that a draw at Villa is a good result, but ask me again after the next three games and we’ll know more. We were hardly going to go there and waltz it. The main sensation I had [...]

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Sol Campbell eyes chance to tackle Manchester United on Sunday

It took only the briefest moment of thought for Sol Campbell to declare himself fit and ready to play for Arsenal against Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. In that moment, one of the most unlikely and remarkable stories of the Barclays Premier League season unfolded.

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Arsenal striker Bendtner ready for action

Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner is ready to grab the chance to finally establish himself as an Arsenal first team regular

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Arsenal defender Vermaelen injury not serious

Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen has not suffered a broken leg

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Arsenal manager Ars? Wenger has no fears over Sol Campbell facing Manchester United

A scan has revealed that Vermaelen did not break his leg against Aston Villa, although he is most likely to return a week on Sunday against Chelsea...

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Aston Villa 0-0 Arsenal – 27/01/10 – (Premier League)

Not really the result we hoped for but from what I saw it wasn’t really the performance we hoped for either. There was a lot of build up going into last night but the players didn’t seem able to produce a great deal. Villa were out to prove a point and played well from the start. [...]

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Arsène Wenger occupies a unique position in the Premier League

A lack of trophies at Arsenal in recent years has scarcely affected the Frenchman's reputationShould Arsène Wenger be sacked? The question is so absurd that the sanity of the person who asked it would be in far greater doubt than the job security of the Arsenal manager. That is further ­evidence of the distinctive career Wenger has ­fashioned. ...

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Loanees – Botelho In Cup Action Against Atlético

Arsenal youngster Pedro Botelho was in action for loan club Celta Vigo this evening as they took on Atlético Madrid in the second leg of their Copa Del Rey quarter-final. The Brazilian winger, on loan with the Spanish outfit until the summer, played 80 minutes in the first game after winning the decisive penalty which [...]

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United are not a one-man team, says Rooney

LONDON, Jan 29 (Reuters) - English Champions Manchester United face Arsenal in a match likely to have a huge bearing on the Premier League title race on Sunday with United forward Wayne Rooney laughing off claims United are a "one-man team."

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Thomas Vermaelens X-ray relief gives Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger a title tonic

Arsene Wenger was handed a Premier League title boost from Thomas Vermaelen when X-rays revealed Arsenal's Belgian defender had not broken a leg as first feared...

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Wenger gets break: Vermaelen avoids one

Belgian defender did not fracture his leg Eduardo da Silva out with hamstring injuryArsène Wenger has been boosted by the news from Arsenal's medical department that Thomas Vermaelen has not fractured a bone his leg, as was initially feared after the defender was forced out of the 0-0 draw at Aston Villa last night.Wenger...

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Campbell: Every point counts at the end

Defender Sol Campbell chose to take the positives from the draw against Aston Villa on Wednesday and said that every point counts in such a tight title race.

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Top three are pulling away - Ferguson

Manchester United head to Arsenal on Sunday with Sir Alex Ferguson believing the top end of the Barclays Premier League has finally split into two...

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Three reasons why Arsenal will be quite a different proposition against Manchester United

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Who is insulting whom? A deeper review of the O’Neill comments

By Walter Broeckx Martin O’Neill was angry at Arsène Wenger because (and I quote what Wenger has said) “They [Aston Villa] play a very efficient English game, with long balls and it is very physical. They are a good side at counter attacking. When we took the gamble to go forward and they won the ball, they [...]

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Richard Dunne takes direct approach to counter Arsène Wenger's long-ball claims

Richard Dunne has defended Aston Villa against Arsène Wenger’s claim that they are a long-ball team.

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Aston Villa’s day-after thoughts: Come on, it wasn’t THAT bad

Ten points out of twelve. That is the target myself and others set for these four games and if are to stick with that, it means we have to win our next three games, which strictly ...

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Ferdinand punished for 'frivolous' appeal

Defender will miss four league matches Adviser had spoken against appealingSir Alex Ferguson believes Manchester United have been the victims of double standards after Rio Ferdinand lost his appeal against a charge of violent conduct and had a game added to his ban. ­Ferdinand will miss league matches against Arsenal, Por...

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Campbell - We must stop talisman Rooney

Defender says United game won't prove to be a title decider

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I'm good enough to be Arsenal's top striker, crows fit again Bendtner

Nicklas Bendtner is ready to grab the chance to finally establish himself as an Arsenal first team regular - and sustain their title hopes. The Dane is back from injury.

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Vermaelen relief after injury fear allayed

Arsenal's injury fears over Thomas Vermaelen have been allayed after scans revealed he has not broken his leg.

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Gunners relief as Vermaelen avoids leg break

Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen, who was feared to have broken a leg in the club´s goalless draw at Aston Villa, will be back in action shortly after an x-ray revealed that he had not suffered a fracture.

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Bendtner confident of carrying Arsenal

Nicklas Bendtner is happy to be playing football again, and feels confident of filling in for Arsenal's injured strikers.

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Vermaelen ain't broken

Vermaelen ain't brokenVitalfootball: Arsenal: 28/01/2010 17:12:00Some good news at last

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Arsenal receive Thomas Vermaelen injury boost

Arsenal's worst fears over Thomas Vermaelen have been allayed after it was revealed he has not broken his leg

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Arsenal given injury boost after Thomas Vermaelen broken leg fears ease

Arsenal's worst fears over Thomas Vermaelen have been allayed after it was revealed he has not broken his leg.

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Thomas gets a lucky break

ARSENAL defender Thomas Vermaelen has not broken his leg as first feared

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Vermaelen injury boost for Gunners

Arsenal's worst fears over defender Thomas Vermaelen have been allayed after it was revealed he did not suffer a broken leg at Aston Villa.

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Dunne hits back at Wenger

Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne has hit back at Arsene Wenger who said after Arsenal drew 0-0 at Villa Park on Wednesday that Martin O'Neill's side were a long-ball team...

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Boost for Arsenal as Vermaelen avoids leg break

Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen has not fractured his leg but is doubtful for Sunday's Premier League clash with Manchester United, the club have confirmed.

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Vermaelen has not broken his leg, say relieved Arsenal

Defender may still miss game against Manchester United 'There is no fracture but injury still has to be assessed'A relieved Arsenal have confirmed that Thomas Vermaelen has not fractured his leg as feared but he may still miss the Premier League game against Manchester United at the Emirates on Sunday.The Belgian central defende...

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FreezeFrame: Arsenal 3-1 Man Utd, May 1991

Enjoy a classic interactive image ahead of every Gunners game

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Eboue & Song return for United + Vermaelen bonus

African duo Emmanuel Eboue and Alex Song will be in the Arsenal squad to face Manchester United this Sunday. Both players returned from African Cup of Nations duty in midweek, with defensive midfielder Song expected to start in the weekend’s vital title clash. Meanwhile, Belgian defender Thomas Vermaelen’s foot injury isn’t as bad as first feared. Gooner [...]

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ADDICT NEWSFLASH: Vermaelen could face Man Utd

By Graham McNorthbank If you, like me, have been barely able to concentrate today while updating Arsenal.com to find out the true extent of Thomas Vermaelen's injury, then it's good news my fellow Addicts. The news from the Home Of Football is that TV's leg is not broken as first feared and that he could be fit to face the Mancs this Sunday. Arsene Wenger says there is a...

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No break for Vermaelen but he may miss Utd

Arsène Wenger reveals injury news ahead of Man Utd game

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Player Stack: Arsenal v Manchester United

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

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VIDEO: Aston Villa V Arsenal 0-0 Highlights

Aston Villa V Arsenal 0-0 Highlights - Premier League - 27/01/2010

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Arsenal v Manchester United: match preview

Read a full match preview of the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on Sunday Jan 31 2010, kick-off 16.00 GMT.

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Villa 0-0 Arsenal: Point a fair one, and a good one

Aston Villa 0 Arsenal 0 (Premiership) A game that could have gone either way eventually petered out into a draw much fairer than its equivalent last season, when Villa battered us yet only pinched a point in injury time. That day, we could have conceded six, whereas last night was a much tighter affair. Chances were at a [...]

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A point gained but inability to strengthen will cost us

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Arsenal told to stump up 13m Nice price for France striker Loic Remy

Arsenal have failed in their bid to land France striker Loic Remy as his club Nice hold out for a £13million fee for the promising 23-year-old...

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Vermaelen boost for Arsenal

Arsenal have confirmed that central defender Thomas Vermaelen did not suffer a broken leg during the goalless draw at Aston Villa on Wednesday evening...

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Manchester United: Ferdinand learns ban fate

Man Utd defender Rio Ferdinand will miss games against Arsenal, Portsmouth, Aston Villa and Everton after being banned for four games.

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Arsenal fear broken leg for Vermaelen

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger fears defender Thomas Vermaelen may have suffered a broken leg

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Bettorlogic Player Pro - Arsenal v Man United

Analyse the statistics ahead of Sunday's Premier League game

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Thomas Vermaelen boost for Arsenal as scan reveals defender has not broken his leg

Early exit: Vermaelen limps off at Villa ParkArsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen has not fractured his leg but is doubtful for Sunday's Barclays Premier League clash with Manchester United, the north London club have confirmed...

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Ferdinand ban extended to four matches after 'frivolous' appeal

Manchester United defender guilty of violent conduct Process allowed Ferdinand to face Manchester CityThe Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has received a four-match ban from the Football Association, for a combination of violent conduct and a frivolous appeal.He received a three-match ban for violent conduct, after being...

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Wenger fears injuries make Utd win difficult

Arsene Wenger fears injuries to Thomas Vermaelen and Eduardo could wreck his sides hopes

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Bendtner Makes Long Awaited Comeback At Villa Park

Nicklas Bendtner made his long awaited comeback in an Arsenal shirt yesterday evening at Villa Park.It had been 3 months since the Dane last kicked a ball for the Gunners & the Arsenal fans we’re delighted to see him back with ” super, super nick” ringing around the away end of the ground. He started [...]

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Arsenal v Man Utd 3D: The details

TechRadar can bring you some of the details behind the first-ever live 3D screening of a sporting event for a live audience, with nine pubs in UK and Ireland getting the chance to watch Manchester United visit the Emirates to take on Arsenal in the Premiership.

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Bendtner vows to lead title charge

And the Denmark international is confident the Gunners are "capable of winning every game" after hauling themselves back into contention via a 10-game unbeaten run which has yielded 24 points...

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Reo-Coker out for three months with broken ankle

Aston Villa midfielder suffered stress fracture in training Prognosis for Stephen Warnock 'not fantastic'Aston Villa have been rocked by the news that their midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker could be sidelined for up to three months with an ankle injury picked up in training.Scans confirmed the 25-year-old has suffered a stress fractur...

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How to insult Aston Villa: a step by step guide

It is hard to imagine that a tactical analysis of how the other team play could constitute “the biggest insult” that one can give a team. Yet that is what the rather strange M O’Neill said about our Lord’s statements concerning the 0-0 draw in northern Birmingham. I have in the past had a bit of a [...]

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Arsenal whizz-kid Wilshere signs with Biurnley

Arsenal whizz-kid Jack Wilshere will sign today for Bolton

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Vermaelen boost for Gunners

Arsenal have confirmed that central defender Thomas Vermaelen did not suffer a broken leg during the goalless draw at Aston Villa on Wednesday evening...

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Lampard aiming to match Osgood

Midfielder added two to tally against Birmingham Seven needed for parity with Osgood and BentleyFrank Lampard has an extra incentive to reach the 20-goal mark for the fifth season in succession – the midfielder knows it would lift him up alongside the Chelsea icon Peter Osgood in the club's all-time scoring charts.Lampard has hi...

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Sagna on Inters radar says agent

Brazil international Maicon has long-since been linked with a move away from the San Siro, with Madrid and a host of Premier League clubs monitoring his situation in Italy...

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Campbell - I'm ready to step in for Vermaelen

'That is where a squad comes into its own,' says defender

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Show Racism The Red Card relaunches website

Find out more about the anti-racist educational charity

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No break for Vermaelen, Song okay for Sunday

Manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that defender Thomas Vermaelen had not suffered a broken leg in the match against Aston Villa.

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Campbell ready to face Man Utd, but Wenger’s not sure…

Sol Campbell made his second Arsenal debut in last weekends defeat at Stoke, and was thrown on again last night when Thomas Vermaelen was taken off with a suspected broken leg. Now Campbell thinks he is ready for the big game this Sunday, when Arsenal face Man Utd in the crucial title clash. “I wouldn’t be [...]

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Quick Injury Update

No news yet on the results of the scan to Thomas Vermaelen leg, but it is pretty safe to assume that he will miss Sunday’s game against Man United. That means the Gunners will probably have a central defensive partnership of Sol Campbell and William Gallas this weekend. I am a little worried about their [...]

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Some Thoughts on our Draw with Bolton… I mean, Villa

From here on out, every draw will have us considering one of football's most philosophical questions: Was it two points lost, or a point gained?

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Midfielder set to snub Gunners

Udinese midfielder Kojo Asamoah has dismissed rumours that he has been contacted by Arsenal about a move to the Emirates Stadium.

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Bolton Wanderers: Bolton close in on youngster

Owen Coyle says he is hopeful a loan deal for Arsenal youngster Jack Wilshere could be completed before Saturday's trip to Liverpool.

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Arsène Wenger ruffled by Aston Villa’s direct tactics

Aston Villa pressured Arsenal high up the pitch and played the ball through the channels quickly thereby stopping the Gunners exerting any real fluency. ______________________________________________________________________________ It was like Everton all over again. In fact, had Arsenal not produced a spirited comeback against Bolton, Arsène Wenger’s post-match evaluation on the three team...

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Coyle still waiting on Wilshere

Bolton Wanderers manager Owen Coyle has confirmed that he is continuing to hold talks with Arsenal about a possible loan move to the Reebok Stadium for Jack Wilshere...

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Coyle hoping to catch Jack on loan

Bolton manager Owen Coyle remains hopeful that 'quality' Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere will move to the Reebok Stadium on loan this month.

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Wenger disappointed by Villa tactics

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger hit out at Aston Villa's tactics after the 0-0 draw between the two sides on Wednesday night...

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The Carling Cup is the new FA Cup

The FA Cup, however, comes along at a time when fixtures are already pretty hectic, and the idea of replays puts a lot of managers off.

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Bolton's Owen Coyle says manager baiting is a social problem

Fans can 'give out stick and get away with it', says Coyle 'We are all thick-skinned and have broad shoulders to take it'The new Bolton Wanderers manager Owen Coyle said the baiting of top coaches is a "social problem". Coyle was greeted with cries of "Judas" on Tuesday when his side defeated Burnley, the club he left earlier this mont...

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Was Senderos loan premature?

By Avenell Dave A brief chat with Graham Mac this morning highlighted his fears that loaning out Phil Senderos to Everton brought us no benefits whatsoever. Of course, especially with the injuries and necessity for the team to all be pulling in the same direction, we need all our players to be happy and fighting for ...

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Asamoah: No contact with Londoners

Udinese midfielder Kojo Asamoah has dismissed speculation that has suggested he has been contacted by Arsenal and Chelsea.

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Arsene Wenger's Top 10 spats

For such a superficially mild-mannered man, Arsene Wenger doesn't half seem to wind people up.When he arrived in England back in 1996 as an unknown bespectacled Frenchman who looked like a geography teacher, the media quickly pigeon-holed Wenger as a brainy, urbane, considered man who, with a masters degree and six languages, would surely be above the petty bickering that consumes English football...

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Man Ure – Sun. at T.H.O.F

As dissapointing as it was last night to only take a point,i don’t think we should be to down about it. As i said in my blog last week if we can take 8 or 9 points from the 4 big games ahead of us we will be well on track and in where we [...]

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Aston Villa: O'Neill responds to criticism

Martin O'Neill has reacted angrily to Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger's criticism of his side following Wednesday 0-0 draw.

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Bendtner wants to lead Arsenals title challenge

Nicklas Bendtner is ready to grab the chance to finally establish himself as an Arsenal first team regular - and sustain their title hopes - ahead of a trio of crunch Barclays Premier League games...

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Eight Ladies youngsters selected for England

Eight Ladies youngsters selected for England

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Arsenal: Gunners boss slams O'Neill tactics

Arsene Wenger has sparked a war of words with Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill after criticising his team following Wednesday's match.

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Sol Campbell: I can rescue Arsenal

Nicklas Bendtner and Sol Campbell have vowed to solve the injury crisis that threatens to wreck Arsene Wenger's plans for the Premier League title showdown with Manchester United

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Wenger remains confident of beating United

Arsene Wenger is confident ahead of Arsenal's big game with Manchester United this weekend.

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Arsenal: Wenger reveals further injury woe

Arsene Wenger has revealed that Thomas Vermaelen and Eduardo will both miss Sunday's game against Manchester United through injury.

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Injuries hit Arsenal ahead of crunch clashes

Injuries hit Arsenal ahead of crunch clashes

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Arsenal receive Vermaelen boost

Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen has not fractured his leg but is doubtful for Sunday's Premier League match with Manchester United...

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Arsenal Ladies top Respect chart

Arsenal Ladies top Respect chart

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Arsenal fear Thomas Vermaelen has 'broken bone' after Aston Villa draw

Injuries to Thomas Vermaelen and Eduardo could wreck hopes of beating Manchester United on Sunday.

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Could Eduardo's injury force Wenger to bring in a striker?

Arsene Wenger will need a new striker for the Man Utd game, never mind the rest of the season.

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Two points dropped for Wenger

Arsene Wenger concedes that last night's result at Aston Villa was a poor one.

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Wilshere seals Bolton loan move

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has joined Bolton on a loan deal until the end of the season...

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Verminator terminated for season / Please note, Villa are a good side. Ratings and review

So in the all important first game of the quadruple header, Arsenal failed to capitalise. We bumbled our way to a draw in a fairly open game which was surprisingly for large parts. There were chances for both teams, Arsenal having the better of them. Cesc Fabregas went on a superb run at the end of the [...]

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Arsene Wenger has plenty to ponder ahead of Manchester United showdown

Arsenal manager’s problems are piling up after he’s rocked by a double injury headache and his leading lights failing to shine at Villa Park

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Wenger and O'Neill embarass themselves

Martin O'Neill was the latest victim of one of Arsene Wenger's post-match strops last night.

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Wenger insult annoys O'Neill

Martin O'Neill has reacted angrily to claims made by Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger that his Aston Villa side play a long ball game...

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Wenger defends Walcott drop in form

Manager Arsene Wenger has defended striker Theo Walcott, who has been criticised by some quarters after some disappointing performances for the side.

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Coyle looking for change in style

The arrival of Vladimir Weiss and Stuart Holden until the end of the season along with possibly Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is an indication the dynamic of the side is changing...

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Wenger quick to forget cup exit

Arsenal fans will quickly forget the FA Cup defeat at Stoke on Sunday if they can return to the top of the Premier League after their busy round of fixtures with top clubs. The Gunners drew with Aston Villa last night at Villa Park and wins against Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool will see Arsene Wenger’s men back on top and with it the 3-1 cup reverse ...

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Wenger: Szczesny is a future Arsenal number 1

Goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is a future Arsenal number and has all the qualities you would want in a keeper, according to manager Arsene Wenger.

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O'Neill unhappy with Wenger comments

Martin O'Neill accused his Arsenal counterpart Arsene Wenger of making "ridiculous statements" after he branded Aston Villa a long-ball team.

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What the papers say: Arsenal's Vermaelen suffers suspected broken leg

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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Intl Football: Asamoah denies contact with Prem giants

Ghana playmaker Kojo Asamoah has rejected claims he has been approached by Arsenal and Chelsea, saying he is happy at Udinese.

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Arsenal 0-0 Aston Villa: Thoughts on Denilson, Campbell, Bendtner and the title charge

My thoughts on Arsenal’s 0-0 draw with Aston Villa and the consequences it may have on our title charge… A draw was probably the right result. The general feeling was that Aston Villa posed more of a threat but the statistics show they only managed one shot on target. While Martin O’Neill will be kicking himself [...]

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Aston Villa 0-0 Arsenal : It'd be easy to start worrying

Arsenal dropped two points last night, according to the manager. The result itself, while disappointing, was hardly a disaster. The injuries we've picked up, especially to Thomas Vermaelen, could very easily fit into that category. The Belgian has a suspected fracture to his fibula and we'll know more today when he undergoes an x-ray. Given the way the die have fallen for us this season...

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Highlights: Aston Villa 0-0 Arsenal

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The Scorpion King returns one last time

Great Arsenal v Manchester United games, David Attenborough football commentary and gangsta snooker also star this week1) If things don't work out for Andy Murray Down Under, there's always comedy mixed doubles with the likes of Ron Burgundy and MacGruber to fall back on. It shouldn't be as dangerous as mixed doubles with Laura Robson. Or as di...

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Broken leg fears for Vermaelen

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is waiting for the results of an X-ray to discover whether Thomas Vermaelen broke his leg during Wednesday's goalless draw at Aston Villa...

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O'Neill appalled by Wenger 'insult'

Martin O'Neill has described Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger's comment that Aston Villa play "a very long ball game" as an "appalling insult".

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Im good enough to be Arsenals top striker crows fit again Bendtner

Nicklas Bendtner is ready to grab the chance to finally establish himself as an Arsenal first team regular - and sustain their title hopes - ahead of a trio of crunch Barclays Premier League games...

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Villa gaffer set to keep the faith

O'Neill is forced to keep faith with the players on duty in the goalless draw with Arsenal in midweek because of continuing injury problems...

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Villa Park Point IS A Good Result

Aston Villa 0 – 0 Arsenal A hard fought draw last night has come at some cost. The point itself allowed Chelsea to leapfrog into top spot with a two point safety zone, a gap which could be five by the time Arsenal kick-off against Manchester United on Sunday. In itself, that is not the cost. [...]

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Wenger is a genius but why does he have a blind spot when it comes to defenders and goalkeepers?

Click here to follow John Cross on TwitterArsene Wenger has shown incredible vision during his glorious reign at Arsenal.But the Arsenal manager appears to have had a blind spot over a couple of things. Namely, goalkeepers and centre halves.It appears that Wenger has finally got himself sorted in the defensive department. William Gallas and Thomas Vermaelen are as good a pairing as anything in the...

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Collins blasts ridiculous Wenger

Arsenal manager Wenger made his thoughts clear on Villa's approach after Wednesday's goalless draw between the two sides...

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Martin O'Neill angry with Arsene Wenger after long-ball accusation

Martin O'Neill accused his Arsenal counterpart Arsene Wenger of making "ridiculous statements" after he branded Aston Villa a long-ball team

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Vermaelen injury gives Sol date with Rooney

Sol Campbell is set to face English football's mission impossible on Sunday after Thomas Vermaelen's suspected broken leg put the 35-year-old two-time Arsenal defender in line to mark a red-hot Wayne Rooney at the Emirates Stadium.

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Arsenal fear Thomas Vermaelen has broken bone after Aston Villa draw

Wenger knows a victory over Sir Alex Ferguson's men at the Emirates Stadium is essential after Wednesday's 0-0 draw at Aston Villa left his third-placed team two points behind leaders Chelsea, who have a game in hand over their London rivals, and a point behind United...

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ONeill appalled by Wenger insult

Wenger made his claims after seeing his side held to a goalless draw at Villa Park in the Premier League on Wednesday night...

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Arsene Wenger confirms Thomas Vermaelen “is on crutches and is the fibula” and Dudu out for Sunday

From bad to worse. Two players, Samir Nasri and Nicklas Bendtner, made their comeback from injury in yesterday’s game against Aston Villa. Two new players, Thomas Vermaelen and Eduardo, are set to replace them on the sidelines. It ...

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Point Gained Or Two Lost?

After the draw with Villa tonight, I was on Twitter with some Arsenal fans, and that was the question that was asked. The consensus was that this was a point gained. Do you agree? Arsene Wenger looked at it as two points dropped saying: “I believe we dropped two points because we had clear chances but on [...]

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Player Ratings: Aston Villa v Arsenal

Aston Villa  0 - Arsenal 0 Match Report | Highlights Manuel Almunia - Saved well from Gabby Agbonlahor early on but was pretty quiet apart from that. Stayed on his line way too often which put extra pressure on the backline. Distribution was too long and rather pointless until the introduction of ...

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Grant wants ONeil to return to Portsmouth but faces fight from Stoke

Portsmouth boss Avram Grant will try to sign Middlesbrough winger Gary O'Neil on loan after making former Arsenal striker Quincy Owusu-Abeyie his first signing since the club's transfer embargo was lifted...

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O'Neill fury at Wenger jibe

MARTIN O'NEILL fumed as Arsene Wenger called Aston Villa a long-ball side

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Danny Murphy backs Chris Smalling to sparkle at Manchester United

20-year-old defender likened to a 'quick Sami Hyypia' 'He's cool, calm and collected' says Fulham team-mateIf Chris Smalling ever decides to follow up his interest in studying business management, his future employers at Old Trafford should provide ideal material for a dissertation. The 20-year-old Fulham defender, who todayunde...

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Arsenal v Man Utd game in 3D

Sky is to launch its 3D channel with a live Premiership match this weekend in nine pubs around the UK.

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O'Neill slams Wenger's 'appalling insult'

Arsenal manager says Villa play 'long-ball' game Vermaelen and Da Silva set to miss United matchMartin O'Neill reacted furiously to Arsène Wenger's suggestion that Aston Villa play a long-ball game. O'Neill accused the Arsenal manager of an "appalling insult" at the end of an evening that saw Arsenal's Thomas Vermaelen suffer a ...

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