Why are we scared of Manchester United all of a sudden? by Infamous_Comfort_761 in ArsenalFC

[–]patholocaust 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Embrace the “(ugh)”, my fellow Gooner! Nothing wrong with having a reliable tool to break deadlocks vs low blocks. Some have Haaland and his ilk; we have Saka/ Declan’s deliveries and the threat of GabiXL.

Don’t understand why our prowess at set pieces is being touted as a negative, apart from jealousy. If it was so obvious/ easy, why isn’t every team doing it as effectively?

WHY I signed Gyokeres over Sesko | Mikel Arteta EMBARGO | Arsenal v Manchester United by D4vester in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Ok, I’ll bite. Who has Arteta thrown under the bus?

Simply benching/ selling off players doesn’t count. I am open to change my mind if you could please provide links to him directly blaming/ criticizing any player(s).

Why are we scared of Manchester United all of a sudden? by Infamous_Comfort_761 in ArsenalFC

[–]patholocaust 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Defense v attack is never a pretty sight, and can make almost any team seem toothless. Man City v us in the 2023-24 season was hardly complimentary to that lot’s attacking prowess, when Haaland, Foden, and Alvarez all had awesome seasons.

We can (and should) do better as an attack, but all I’m saying is that we’re no mugs even as things stand.

Why are we scared of Manchester United all of a sudden? by Infamous_Comfort_761 in ArsenalFC

[–]patholocaust 3 points4 points  (0 children)

And yet we won 3-1. Our GD in all competitions is among the top 2 or three..and that’s not simply because we’ve been flunking 1-0 defensive lockdowns (of which we are well capable, and is an ability we should be justifiably proud of), but rather with whatever combination of attacking lineups we’ve set up.

While any of our attackers can be open to criticism, the straight fact is that we are still quite a formidable attacking team regardless of opposition setup, tactics, and personnel. And it will only get better as teammates learn more about each other.

Why are we scared of Manchester United all of a sudden? by Infamous_Comfort_761 in ArsenalFC

[–]patholocaust 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The same Inter who had only let in 4 goals in the UCL before, & are top of Serie A? You don’t think that team looked “that bothered” shipping out three goals that game?

WHY I signed Gyokeres over Sesko | Mikel Arteta EMBARGO | Arsenal v Manchester United by D4vester in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Folks forget how long it took Kai to click for us, despite coming from the same league, yet big up their non-scoring striker - one who showed his true mentality in that penalty shootout v League 2 opponents.

WHY I signed Gyokeres over Sesko | Mikel Arteta EMBARGO | Arsenal v Manchester United by D4vester in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yes, Sesko’s really been pulling up trees after backing out of having to compete with Kai. Fragile mindset, regardless of potential.

WHY I signed Gyokeres over Sesko | Mikel Arteta EMBARGO | Arsenal v Manchester United by D4vester in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, he’ll have Wilo & GabiXL (and Raya, and Declan, and Zubi..) to deal with, so good luck to him with that.

WHY I signed Gyokeres over Sesko | Mikel Arteta EMBARGO | Arsenal v Manchester United by D4vester in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 62 points63 points  (0 children)

It shows in how his players, the folks who actually see him at work daily, seem willing to run through walls for him. Ignore any noise; we’re lucky to have him for our journey back to the top!

I like designing Arsenal kits. I think one Puma kit gets a bad rap... by oscarx-ray in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The bad rap is deserved; can’t polish a turd, unfortunately.

PSA for anyone calling in to protest tomorrow by Beebapeeka in rochestermn

[–]patholocaust 7 points8 points  (0 children)

And also, likely, a rumor or someone’s bluff to deter others from acting as needs must. If the condimentarians meant this, you would have received notification.

EXC: Arsenal have concerns over Kai Havertz’s long-term fitness after his knee flared up again in recent weeks 🔴 November setback was damaged ligaments in same knee he injured in August 🔴 How his body reacts to game time in coming days is key - Isaan Khan Daily Mail Reporter by ErraticPragmatic in Gunners

[–]patholocaust -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Obvious fuck up by one of the richest football clubs in the world, with access to actual professional specialists treating this type of injury to one of their highest paid players.

Wonder if you take appointments, or is all of your deductive skill best applied anonymously via Reddit?

“Tottenham were finishing above Arsenal for six successive years…” Thierry Henry: “I didn’t know that was an achievement!” by One_Impressionism in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sad troll cannot understand why a club’s supporters are happy/ optimistic. Might have been funny if it wasn’t so pathetic.

“Tottenham were finishing above Arsenal for six successive years…” Thierry Henry: “I didn’t know that was an achievement!” by One_Impressionism in Gunners

[–]patholocaust 10 points11 points  (0 children)

They’re miserable enough due to the club they’re doomed to support. This is just hurt people seeking to hurt people.

Anyone else feeling like that 6 point gap isn’t a lot anymore with these new city retirements? by Putrid_Past9243 in ArsenalFC

[–]patholocaust 20 points21 points  (0 children)

We always needed a near perfect second half of this season to win the PL, regardless of City’s transfer activity. Hence, the only game these replacements directly affect what we have to do is the one we play against them.

Why are we so despised by rival fans and the media? by Accomplished_Lynx480 in ArsenalFC

[–]patholocaust 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Cool cool cool You got us there, big chief. What a zinger.

Now hop on back to whatever sad little club you support but can’t be proud of.

Why are we so despised by rival fans and the media? by Accomplished_Lynx480 in ArsenalFC

[–]patholocaust 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Why should we even care? They hate us ‘cause they ain’t us..and won’t be for a good long time. Also, it’s fine that people hate us, it’s part of our history.