Always The Arsenal
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Mostly an Arsenal account, but gets dragged into politics because the world is batshit-crazy.
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US puts £31bn tech ‘prosperity deal’ with Britain on ice.
Trump doesn't honour agreements. It's about dominance.
Demands that UK ends digital services tax on US tech companies and it's food safety rules which bar certain US agricultural products.
Say NO to Trump slavery. Better off joining the EU
Trump doesn't honour agreements. It's about dominance.
Demands that UK ends digital services tax on US tech companies and it's food safety rules which bar certain US agricultural products.
Say NO to Trump slavery. Better off joining the EU
US puts £31bn tech ‘prosperity deal’ with Britain on ice
Pledge to invest billions in UK paused, with Washington citing lack of progress on trade barriers across pond
www.theguardian.com
December 16, 2025 at 7:41 AM
US puts £31bn tech ‘prosperity deal’ with Britain on ice.
Trump doesn't honour agreements. It's about dominance.
Demands that UK ends digital services tax on US tech companies and it's food safety rules which bar certain US agricultural products.
Say NO to Trump slavery. Better off joining the EU
Trump doesn't honour agreements. It's about dominance.
Demands that UK ends digital services tax on US tech companies and it's food safety rules which bar certain US agricultural products.
Say NO to Trump slavery. Better off joining the EU
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So, Trump sues the BBC for $5Bn and puts the technology deal with the UK on hold until the US gets more concessions.
Anyone still deluding themselves about that “special relationship”? No. Just the tedious parade of simpering MAGA dickheads - led, of course, by the traitorous Farage.
Anyone still deluding themselves about that “special relationship”? No. Just the tedious parade of simpering MAGA dickheads - led, of course, by the traitorous Farage.
December 16, 2025 at 7:20 AM
So, Trump sues the BBC for $5Bn and puts the technology deal with the UK on hold until the US gets more concessions.
Anyone still deluding themselves about that “special relationship”? No. Just the tedious parade of simpering MAGA dickheads - led, of course, by the traitorous Farage.
Anyone still deluding themselves about that “special relationship”? No. Just the tedious parade of simpering MAGA dickheads - led, of course, by the traitorous Farage.
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Looking back on Saturday’s game, I think the concern over our performance has meant the decision not to send Hwang Lee-Chan off is almost forgotten. It’s a different game if the correct decision is made. VAR saying he was pulling out of the challenge was utter bollocks.
December 15, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Looking back on Saturday’s game, I think the concern over our performance has meant the decision not to send Hwang Lee-Chan off is almost forgotten. It’s a different game if the correct decision is made. VAR saying he was pulling out of the challenge was utter bollocks.
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Why do I wear an N95 mask?
Bc Covid will happily destroy your immune system, more each time you get it. It can give you a whole new syndrome and/or awaken & worsen dormant viruses+syndromes.
You do not want a mystery disease like my loved one has now. Our system does not know what to do with you.
Bc Covid will happily destroy your immune system, more each time you get it. It can give you a whole new syndrome and/or awaken & worsen dormant viruses+syndromes.
You do not want a mystery disease like my loved one has now. Our system does not know what to do with you.
December 16, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Why do I wear an N95 mask?
Bc Covid will happily destroy your immune system, more each time you get it. It can give you a whole new syndrome and/or awaken & worsen dormant viruses+syndromes.
You do not want a mystery disease like my loved one has now. Our system does not know what to do with you.
Bc Covid will happily destroy your immune system, more each time you get it. It can give you a whole new syndrome and/or awaken & worsen dormant viruses+syndromes.
You do not want a mystery disease like my loved one has now. Our system does not know what to do with you.
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I think we're seeing the effects of a defensive injury crisis layering on top of an attacking one that's still not truly subsided.
We've got new combinations, lack of understanding, players in the red zone, players fighting to regain match fitness... all a recipe for disjointedness.
We've got new combinations, lack of understanding, players in the red zone, players fighting to regain match fitness... all a recipe for disjointedness.
December 14, 2025 at 10:42 AM
I think we're seeing the effects of a defensive injury crisis layering on top of an attacking one that's still not truly subsided.
We've got new combinations, lack of understanding, players in the red zone, players fighting to regain match fitness... all a recipe for disjointedness.
We've got new combinations, lack of understanding, players in the red zone, players fighting to regain match fitness... all a recipe for disjointedness.
Thank f*ck for that!
December 13, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Thank f*ck for that!
Really can’t afford to shit the bed at home to a team that’s lost 8 on the bounce.
December 13, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Really can’t afford to shit the bed at home to a team that’s lost 8 on the bounce.
4 mins added time is a pisstake. 3 head injuries, a hamstring strain & substitution & the GK taking an age over goal kicks since the 12th minute. If that situation occurs in the 2nd half it gets double that.
December 13, 2025 at 9:02 PM
4 mins added time is a pisstake. 3 head injuries, a hamstring strain & substitution & the GK taking an age over goal kicks since the 12th minute. If that situation occurs in the 2nd half it gets double that.
Astonishingly good result given the number of players out injured. And a couple of banging goals to boot!
December 10, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Astonishingly good result given the number of players out injured. And a couple of banging goals to boot!
Not sure about the 17 yr old defender… so far he looks like a fish out of water
… he should have a good leap on him though
🤣🤣
… he should have a good leap on him though
🤣🤣
December 10, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Not sure about the 17 yr old defender… so far he looks like a fish out of water
… he should have a good leap on him though
🤣🤣
… he should have a good leap on him though
🤣🤣
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Arsenal lost that game because they're missing THREE centerbacks.
Don't think either goal happens with Gabriel and Saliba on the pitch.
Don't think either goal happens with Gabriel and Saliba on the pitch.
December 6, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Arsenal lost that game because they're missing THREE centerbacks.
Don't think either goal happens with Gabriel and Saliba on the pitch.
Don't think either goal happens with Gabriel and Saliba on the pitch.
Meanwhile Rice still hasn’t been awarded a free kick in the PL literally all season.
Imagine having to sub a player for fear of a red when that player has committed 2 ‘fouls’… one of which won the ball and the other where he pulled out of a challenge. Ffs, the way we’re reffed is wild.
December 6, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Meanwhile Rice still hasn’t been awarded a free kick in the PL literally all season.
Imagine having to sub a player for fear of a red when that player has committed 2 ‘fouls’… one of which won the ball and the other where he pulled out of a challenge. Ffs, the way we’re reffed is wild.
December 6, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Imagine having to sub a player for fear of a red when that player has committed 2 ‘fouls’… one of which won the ball and the other where he pulled out of a challenge. Ffs, the way we’re reffed is wild.
Basically a top 4 side out. More than anything else this is what gives me hope for the title. Previously we’ve had a drop off when players are out injured & fallen away… this season we are where already despite the injuries. We’re currently at our floor.
Players who didn’t start XI:
Kepa
Timber
Saliba
Gabriel
MLS
Norgaard
Havertz
Eze
Saka
Trossard
Gyokeres
That’s an XI that could beat most teams in the league.
Kepa
Timber
Saliba
Gabriel
MLS
Norgaard
Havertz
Eze
Saka
Trossard
Gyokeres
That’s an XI that could beat most teams in the league.
December 4, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Basically a top 4 side out. More than anything else this is what gives me hope for the title. Previously we’ve had a drop off when players are out injured & fallen away… this season we are where already despite the injuries. We’re currently at our floor.
The hate-watch after our final whistle is considerably less stressful than our 90 mins!! 🤣
December 3, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The hate-watch after our final whistle is considerably less stressful than our 90 mins!! 🤣
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Caicedo also rolled around ‘injured’ after this one in Sarr, which VAR didn’t recommend for review.
December 2, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Caicedo also rolled around ‘injured’ after this one in Sarr, which VAR didn’t recommend for review.
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Declan Rice has still not received a single foul in the Premier League this season.
November 30, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Declan Rice has still not received a single foul in the Premier League this season.
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Must be nice to get credit for youth! Massive shout-out to Chelsea (man down, plucky upstarts). Meanwhile, our ENTIRE back four were younger and our CBs had never played together. Did that warrant a mention? No? Alright cool.
November 30, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Must be nice to get credit for youth! Massive shout-out to Chelsea (man down, plucky upstarts). Meanwhile, our ENTIRE back four were younger and our CBs had never played together. Did that warrant a mention? No? Alright cool.
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Points versus equivalent matches last season and in brackets projected totals if all results going forward match those of 2024-25.
+10 Man City (81)
+7 Arsenal (81)
-6 Liverpool (78)
-1 Chelsea (68)
-1 Newcastle (65)
-3 Aston Villa (63)
+4 Tottenham (42)
-1 Man Utd (41)
+10 Man City (81)
+7 Arsenal (81)
-6 Liverpool (78)
-1 Chelsea (68)
-1 Newcastle (65)
-3 Aston Villa (63)
+4 Tottenham (42)
-1 Man Utd (41)
November 30, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Points versus equivalent matches last season and in brackets projected totals if all results going forward match those of 2024-25.
+10 Man City (81)
+7 Arsenal (81)
-6 Liverpool (78)
-1 Chelsea (68)
-1 Newcastle (65)
-3 Aston Villa (63)
+4 Tottenham (42)
-1 Man Utd (41)
+10 Man City (81)
+7 Arsenal (81)
-6 Liverpool (78)
-1 Chelsea (68)
-1 Newcastle (65)
-3 Aston Villa (63)
+4 Tottenham (42)
-1 Man Utd (41)
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If the Venezuelan sailors were enemy combatants, then the 2nd strike is a war crime.
If the Venezuelan sailors weren’t enemy combatants, then both strikes are criminal murder.
It’s that simple.
If the Venezuelan sailors weren’t enemy combatants, then both strikes are criminal murder.
It’s that simple.
November 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
If the Venezuelan sailors were enemy combatants, then the 2nd strike is a war crime.
If the Venezuelan sailors weren’t enemy combatants, then both strikes are criminal murder.
It’s that simple.
If the Venezuelan sailors weren’t enemy combatants, then both strikes are criminal murder.
It’s that simple.
1st time I think we’ve been outplayed in large spells in the league all season. No strikers & both CBs out, no Trossard & Ode not fit to start. Taylor doing his absolute best to screw us over, away to 2nd in the league, after a massive 3 game week… & still 5 clear at the top. Can’t really complain.
November 30, 2025 at 8:13 PM
1st time I think we’ve been outplayed in large spells in the league all season. No strikers & both CBs out, no Trossard & Ode not fit to start. Taylor doing his absolute best to screw us over, away to 2nd in the league, after a massive 3 game week… & still 5 clear at the top. Can’t really complain.
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Five points clear having been to Newcastle, United, Liverpool and Chelsea. Could be a lot worse
November 30, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Five points clear having been to Newcastle, United, Liverpool and Chelsea. Could be a lot worse
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An excellent point -- want to emphasize how much the early yellows to all the defenders and Zubimendi forced Arsenal to play more conservatively.
Arsenal rely on their defenders to win 1-v-1 duels to commit numbers forward. Without the two CBs and all the yellows, it's tough to do that.
Arsenal rely on their defenders to win 1-v-1 duels to commit numbers forward. Without the two CBs and all the yellows, it's tough to do that.
The combination of missing both CBs and the flurry of early yellows meant a much more cautious Arsenal than you'd like, especially when playing against 10, but it's understandable.
Throw in a few players not really being at it and a point isn't great but it's ok.
Throw in a few players not really being at it and a point isn't great but it's ok.
November 30, 2025 at 6:38 PM
An excellent point -- want to emphasize how much the early yellows to all the defenders and Zubimendi forced Arsenal to play more conservatively.
Arsenal rely on their defenders to win 1-v-1 duels to commit numbers forward. Without the two CBs and all the yellows, it's tough to do that.
Arsenal rely on their defenders to win 1-v-1 duels to commit numbers forward. Without the two CBs and all the yellows, it's tough to do that.
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To me, that yellow card disparity reveals a substantial, game-affecting difference in how the two sides were officiated.
Chelsea committed 12 fouls, Arsenal 13.
Chelsea got one yellow and one red. Arsenal got six yellows!
#CHEARS
Chelsea got one yellow and one red. Arsenal got six yellows!
#CHEARS
November 30, 2025 at 6:43 PM
To me, that yellow card disparity reveals a substantial, game-affecting difference in how the two sides were officiated.