Arsenal taught a lesson in the value of elite strikers

Arsenal taught a lesson in the value of elite strikers by Alexander Isak
Arteta regularly eulogises over Anfield and St James’ Park, the ‘jungles’ and ‘washing machine’-like atmospheres he revels in. He has spoken of wanting to write the first chapters of defining nights at the Emirates, but the fever that had been building the past two years has faded this season and Tuesday saw some fans leave early.
Arsenal striker debate starts again as Isak shines
The debate about whether Arsenal need an elite striker to get over the line and win a trophy has started again. The Gunners have finished second in the Premier League for the past two seasons and have not won a trophy since lifting the FA Cup in 2020.
No Isak, no goals: Arsenal’s need for a top striker evident in Newcastle defeat
Arsenal’s Carabao Cup semi-final defeat to Newcastle United felt like more than just a stumble — it exposed a recurring problem at the Emirates. The lack of clinical finishing was glaring, and in
Isak strikes again as Newcastle beats Arsenal 2-0 in League Cup semifinal 1st leg
Newcastle moved a step closer to a first major domestic trophy since 1955 with a 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinals Tuesday. Goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon at the Emirates Stadium put Newcastle within reach of the final at Wembley Stadium in March.
Arsenal news: Newcastle's Alexander Isak SHINES on transfer audition
Alexander Isak continued his red-hot form during Newcastle United’s 2-0 victory over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. The Sweden international scored for the fifth consecutive game as Eddie Howe’s side secured a vital win in the first-leg of the semi-final tie.
Howe: Newcastle ‘cannot lose’ Isak as Swede hits 50th Newcastle goal
Eddie Howe has once again affirmed his love for Alexander Isak after the Swede helped Newcastle United to a 2-0 Carabao Cup quarter-final win over Arsenal.The goal marked his 50th for the Magpies in

Newcastle win at Arsenal to put 1 foot in League Cup final

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Ethan Nwaneri Injury: Progress and Potential Return Date for Arsenal Academy Product
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