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Arsenal’s Premier League dominance hinges on Kai Havertz’s return—just not before the offside debate
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Arsenal’s Premier League dominance hinges on Kai Havertz’s return—just not before the offside debate

With Arsenal six points clear at the top of the Premier League, Kai Havertz’s imminent return could be the spark Arsenal need—but Mikel Arteta’s frustration over VAR decisions and defensive fragility remain unanswered.

8 Nov 2026
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Arsenal seize six-point Premier League lead as Manchester City suffer historic collapse at Nottingham Forest
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Arsenal seize six-point Premier League lead as Manchester City suffer historic collapse at Nottingham Forest

A dominant Arsenal side extended their title dominance with a 1-0 win over Hull, while Manchester City’s 3-1 defeat at Nottingham Forest—their third consecutive league loss—has sent shockwaves through the race. The north London club now sit six points clear at the summit, with Arteta’s side proving they can sustain dominance even without peak form.

8 Nov 2026
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Arsenal’s VAR penalty denial and Rice’s fitness: Arteta confronts the night’s controversies
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Arsenal’s VAR penalty denial and Rice’s fitness: Arteta confronts the night’s controversies

Mikel Arteta addressed the baffling VAR decision that denied Arsenal a penalty against Hull City, while Declan Rice’s early exit raised fresh questions about his workload. The Spaniard laid bare the frustrations of a night where chaos—both on and off the pitch—defined the Gunners’ narrow victory.

7 Nov 2026
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Arsenal’s Penalty Denial Against Hull City Exposes a Flawed VAR Ruling That Could Cost Them Dearly
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Arsenal’s Penalty Denial Against Hull City Exposes a Flawed VAR Ruling That Could Cost Them Dearly

Kai Havertz was fouled inside the box by Nobel Mendy, yet VAR’s offside call denied Arsenal a spot-kick—despite the laws of the game clearly prioritizing the foul. Experts argue this was a misapplication of the rules, leaving Mikel Arteta’s side with a bitter taste in a hard-fought win.

7 Nov 2026
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The Premier League’s latest twist in the battle for supremacy has left Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta questioning the very foundations […]

7 Nov 2026
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Declan Rice: The Premier League’s Most Complete Midfielder and Arsenal’s Engine Room
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Declan Rice: The Premier League’s Most Complete Midfielder and Arsenal’s Engine Room

Declan Rice isn’t just Arsenal’s best player—he’s the Premier League’s most dominant midfielder, blending defensive resilience with creative brilliance. With five open-play assists already this season and a statistical profile that redefines the role, his evolution from destroyer to playmaker has made him a candidate for the league’s Player of the Year. But can he sustain this dominance, and what does it mean for England’s future?

6 Nov 2026
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Arsenal’s tactical reset: Havertz, Tzolis and Calafiori lead the charge against Hull City
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Arsenal’s tactical reset: Havertz, Tzolis and Calafiori lead the charge against Hull City

With Saka sidelined and Saliba’s return looming, Mikel Arteta has set his benchmarks for the Hull City clash—Havertz up front, Konsa’s fitness under scrutiny, and a back four that has already delivered five clean sheets this season. The Gunners’ next Premier League step hinges on these choices.

5 Nov 2026
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Champions League Matchday 4: Heavyweights clash as knockout race intensifies
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Champions League Matchday 4: Heavyweights clash as knockout race intensifies

Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Real Madrid face away tests in a high-stakes Champions League round where every result could reshape the knockout picture. Bayern Munich’s challenge to Arsenal and Barcelona’s return to Paris Saint-Germain dominate the action as clubs fight to secure their place in the last 16.

4 Nov 2026
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Trey Nyoni’s Premier League debut: The fine margins that cost Liverpool at Anfield
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Trey Nyoni’s Premier League debut: The fine margins that cost Liverpool at Anfield

Liverpool’s 1-0 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday was a bitter reminder of how narrow the margins can be at the top of the Premier League. But the standout moment belonged to 19-year-old midfielder Trey Nyoni, who made his full debut and offered a glimpse of the future—before the game’s cruel finality struck.

3 Nov 2026
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Van Dijk Slams ‘Clear Penalty’ Denial as Liverpool Suffer Embarassing VAR Oversight

Virgil van Dijk has publicly condemned the referee’s decision to deny Liverpool a penalty in their 1-0 defeat to Arsenal, calling the incident ‘undeniable’ and questioning the integrity of the VAR system. The captain’s frustration follows a match where Arsenal’s early goal sealed a title-winning lead, leaving Liverpool’s frustration over missed opportunities to fester.

2 Nov 2026
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Arsenal Planning Double January Transfer Swoop as Mikel Arteta Targets Attack Reinforcements
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Arsenal Planning Double January Transfer Swoop as Mikel Arteta Targets Attack Reinforcements

Arsenal are preparing an ambitious January transfer window to bolster Mikel Arteta’s attacking options as the club aims to defend its Premier League title. Having missed out on summer targets like Julian Alvarez, the Gunners have now set their sights on fresh frontline additions, including Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi.

2 Nov 2026
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Arsenal claim Premier League leadership with historic Anfield triumph
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Arsenal claim Premier League leadership with historic Anfield triumph

Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Liverpool marks their first away win at Anfield in 14 years and propels them three points clear at the top of the Premier League, while Liverpool’s title hopes face a severe setback.

2 Nov 2026
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Chelsea target £40m Brentford star in January push as London rivalry intensifies
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Chelsea target £40m Brentford star in January push as London rivalry intensifies

Chelsea have entered talks to sign El Hadji Malick Diouf, a £40m summer signing for Brentford, just months after his arrival at Griffin Park. The move would mark a rapid transition between London clubs for the winger, who has already drawn interest from Premier League rivals.

2 Nov 2026
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Steve Nicol, a respected football operations executive,…
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Steve Nicol, a respected football operations executive,…

Steve Nicol, a respected football operations executive, has publicly criticized Andoni Iraola’s decision-making in Liverpool’s defeat to Arsenal, calling out a single tactical choice that he believes cost the Reds dearly. The match, decided by Kai Havertz’s early strike, laid bare a persistent issue under the new manager’s tenure—one that Nicol argues demands urgent attention if Liverpool are to reclaim their title ambitions.

2 Nov 2026
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In a damning indictment of modern refereeing…
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In a damning indictment of modern refereeing…

In a damning indictment of modern refereeing standards, Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has confirmed he will order his players to exaggerate contact in future penalty-area incidents—after Alexander Isak’s stone-cold foul by Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber was denied despite overwhelming visual evidence. The Premier League’s refusal to award the penalty, which would have leveled the 1-0 defeat at Anfield, has sparked a wider debate on honesty in football’s decision-making. With Liverpool’s title hopes...

2 Nov 2026
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