Daily Archives: April 21, 2026

Arsenal went on the attack and it was best they’d looked in weeks – Arteta will cling to that


“Shortly after the full-time whistle blew on Arsenal’s 2-1 defeat at Manchester City, a weary team trudged over to the corner of the ground occupied by the travelling fans. Arsenal had lost the game, and yet another chunk of their diminishing lead in the table. It might have been nine points — it is now just three. It is an undeniably disappointing outcome and a considerable blow to their title hopes. But there was no mass walkout, no opprobrium. The away fans rose to salute their team with warm applause and chants of support. They still believe: this isn’t over yet. In performance terms, this was Arsenal’s most encouraging showing in weeks. As Arsenal feel City breathing ever closer down their neck, that is what they will cling to. …”
NY Times/The Athletic
Guardian: Arsenal are despondent, but the Premier League race is far from over – Jonathan Wilson
NY Times/The Athletic: There is no place to hide in Arteta’s ‘New Premier League’ – Arsenal must embrace their fears (Video)
NY Times/The Athletic: Haaland vs Gabriel – Ripped shirt, butting heads and a decisive battle in the title showdown (Video)
NY Times/The Athletic: Manchester City’s season of many formations – and why 4-2-3-1 might be the one to land the title (Video)
YouTube: Manchester City v. Arsenal | PREMIER LEAGUE HIGHLIGHTS | 4/19/2026