Caught In Two Minds

Following 3 losses with 3 wins against top Premier League rivals is the way to enter the last 4 fixtures. Arsenal are winning the games that count most and on days like Sunday when the team didn’t look sharp, the fans must praise the “never-say-die” attitude. Ramsdale was on his head. Tomiyasu returns to the starting lineup. Nketiah never stopped running and Mo was a top professional in the midfield. The 2 CB put it in the net, including Holding’s first Premier League goal for Arsenal in his 6 years with the club! A week off until Leeds Utd. and then the biggest NLD in years after. Arsenal are charging and that leads to the looming question of the 2nd half of the season… Can Arsenal make the top 4?

Well, here we are with 5 fixtures left and a North London Derby on the horizon. This was another impressive win for The Arsenal over Man Utd. Goals from Nuno, Saka and…..wait for it…..Xhaka with a thunderbolt to seal the game. A bit of luck, but the team truly earned 2nd victory in 4 days over huge rivals. The young Nuno gets some time for this episode. And the inevitable ongoing question: Will Arsenal get top 4 and return to Champions League play after a 6 years' absence?

There were some changes to the lineup for the biggest fixture of the year. Whatever talks that Arteta gave the squad, it seem to fire the boys up. We talk about the energy and commitment today in the 4-2 victory by Arsenal. Nketiah got his second start in a row and he delivered a great performance scoring twice. We made sure to praise Xhaka and Odegaard amongst others. Moving forward with this type of hustle is key. Can Arsenal show up early Saturday with the same energy?

Once again, everyone is left questioning everything about Arsenal. Where did their form go? This is the 3rd disappointing loss in a row and spirits are down. Squad depth, man management and lazy passing are all topics in this episode. Time is running out and Chelsea coming up on Wednesday. The fun has stopped and desperation is setting in for the remainder of the season. Can The Gunners get over line in 4th place still?

If you’re frustrated and perplexed by Arteta’s decisions, then you’ve found your episode. Injuries have forced his hand and Xhaka is playing LB. Odegaard is deep in the midfield and Laca is irreplaceable. Did anyone expect this? The team looks thin and the reinforcements are playing at other clubs all over Europe. Top 4 looks like a dream now! Or do you believe Arsenal can still get the job done?

Well, that was a nice International break, and we came back fresh and ready for this last run, right? NOT! Does Nuno deserve to be roasted even after a long layoff? Did anyone play well today? Crystal Palace has been a tough fixture, and they handed it to Arsenal today. A team full of guys that are built like Patrick Vieira and we suspect he’s recruiting in South Chicago. Injuries will for sure play a big role in the weekly question… Can Arsenal finish in the top 4?

It was a 1-0 victory against Villa and now..... We break my friends. Would you consider Arsenal are hitting on all cylinders? Or Arsenal is holding on tight? ESR deserves more time, right? How about trying someone else at striker? In Arteta, we still trust?

We have some honest takes on some performances in the 2-0 loss to Liverpool. It's not that we should be disappointed, but there were a few uninspired performances. Maybe they played tight? Liverpool had poise and the Title in reach. Martinelli was superb and just needed someone/anyone on the end of them. 1 more game until the break against Villa. Who would you start at, Striker?

The Foxes were never ready for this Arsenal! Flying around the pitch, the team was confident and disciplined. Martinelli pushed the line and understands his role completely. Partey with the header to get himself a goal... Finally! He has also settled in nicely and is becoming the beast that we hoped. "Progress is tangible" and top 4 looks like a real possibility. Praise for Arteta and the process. Do we have the best youngsters in Premier League? The numbers say so! Is the game against Liverpool on Wednesday a sign of where Arsenal truly is? Maybe?

It’s getting down to crunch time and Arsenal answers the bell again! 3 wonderful goals by our wonder kids. Which goal was your favorite? Odegaard is settling in to the Premier League’s pace and physical play. Saka is turning dominant and, dare we say, Arsenal has developed an identity and style of attacking. The attacking actually carried the team today. Arteta has created a mentality that has put them in position to make The Champions League! Who else is ready for European Nights?