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Jamie Carragher hits out at Mikel Arteta over ‘nonsense’ claim about Arsenal

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Jamie Carragher has openly criticized Mikel Arteta for comments made in the aftermath of Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.

Despite an impressive campaign that saw Arsenal eliminate reigning champions Real Madrid, their European journey ended with a 3-1 aggregate loss to PSG.

A narrow 1-0 defeat at home was followed by a 2-1 loss in Paris, ending Arsenal’s hopes of lifting a trophy for the fifth straight season.

Following the exit, Arteta insisted Arsenal had been the better side over both legs and even claimed his team had been the best in the tournament overall.

He argued that PSG’s goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma had been the deciding factor and that Arsenal had dominated large spells of both matches.

Arteta expressed pride in his squad and stated the team was closer than the scorelines suggested, going so far as to say no team had been better in this season’s competition.

Carragher, however, found Arteta’s assessment to be exaggerated. The Liverpool legend dismissed the claim that Arsenal were the standout team in Europe as “nonsense.”

He also took issue with Arteta’s earlier statement comparing Arsenal’s points total over the past two Premier League seasons to that of a title-winning Liverpool side. Arteta had argued that with Arsenal’s recent points haul, they would have won the league in other seasons.

Carragher pointed out that Arteta’s remarks seemed emotionally charged and lacked accuracy, particularly since Liverpool are already on track to surpass Arsenal’s points total from last season.

In the second leg of the semi-final, Arsenal pushed hard for a comeback in Paris. The Gunners created several chances early in the match but were thwarted by the heroics of Donnarumma.

Fabian Ruiz gave PSG breathing room with a well-taken goal, and Achraf Hakimi’s second-half strike left Arsenal needing three to advance. Bukayo Saka managed to pull one back, but it was not enough to change the outcome.

Captain Martin Odegaard expressed deep disappointment after the match. He said the team fought hard and had good spells in both games but ultimately lacked the finishing quality and composure in crucial moments.

He acknowledged Donnarumma’s performance as a key difference and urged his teammates to stay united, learn from the loss, and come back stronger.

PSG will now prepare to face Inter Milan in the final after the Italian side edged Barcelona in a dramatic 7-6 aggregate thriller.

Arsenal, meanwhile, are left to reflect on another season that ends without silverware, as questions continue to surround how close they truly are to breaking through at the highest level.

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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer

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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer

Andre Onana could remain in Turkey beyond his loan spell, with Trabzonspor keen to secure him on a permanent deal.

The 30-year-old moved to Trabzonspor after falling out of favour at Manchester United, who brought in Senne Lammens last summer. Since then, Lammens has established himself as the club’s first-choice keeper, paving the way for Onana’s temporary switch.

In Turkey, however, Onana has rediscovered his form and quickly become a key figure. He recently grabbed attention with a standout performance in the Turkish Cup, saving three consecutive penalties to help his side overcome Samsunspor and reach the semi-finals.

The moment sparked widespread reactions online, especially from United supporters recalling their earlier penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, where Onana managed just one save.

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has openly expressed the club’s desire to keep the goalkeeper. He indicated that while Onana has his own career plans, the club would be eager to make the move permanent if the circumstances align, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands.

Back in England, United are expected to consider selling Onana, particularly with Lammens now firmly established as their number one. The club will likely aim to recover a significant portion of the £47.5 million they paid to sign him from Inter Milan in 2023, with two years still remaining on his contract.

Beyond his cup heroics, Onana has been a consistent presence in the league, starting every match for Trabzonspor and playing a vital role in their push for the title. His performances have earned strong praise in Turkey, with the club currently sitting third in the table, just six points behind leaders Galatasaray.

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Man City place Arsenal ‘bottles’ for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider

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Man City place Arsenal 'bottles' for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider

Manchester City appear to have kicked off the psychological battle ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal.

In the build-up to the match, bottles branded with the Arsenal logo were reportedly being sold outside the stadium, priced cheaply and seemingly intended as a tongue-in-cheek way for home fans to mock the visiting supporters.

The stunt draws inspiration from a recent viral moment at Stamford Bridge, where a City fan was seen jokingly “drinking Arsenal tears” during their emphatic 3-0 win over Chelsea—a clip that quickly spread across social media.

With tensions already high given the importance of the fixture, the gesture adds another layer to the rivalry between the two sides. Arsenal, meanwhile, will be focused on responding where it matters most—on the pitch—as they aim to silence critics and deliver a strong result in what could be a defining game in the title race.

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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho

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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho

Alejandro Garnacho faced criticism from his former Manchester United teammates following Chelsea’s latest Premier League setback.

A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a narrow but important win for United, strengthening the position of Michael Carrick’s side in the race for Champions League qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with the defeat marking their fourth consecutive league loss without finding the net.

Pressure is mounting on head coach Liam Rosenior, who only took charge a few months ago after replacing Enzo Maresca. While the club has not publicly wavered in its support, questions are beginning to emerge over several players, including Garnacho, whose performances have failed to meet expectations since his £40 million move from Old Trafford.

Reports suggest Chelsea could be open to offers for the 21-year-old after a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge. He had an early opportunity to impress against his former side after coming on for the injured Estevao, but once again struggled to make an impact, finding it hard to break through a United defence that was missing several first-choice centre-backs.

Garnacho also received a hostile reception from United supporters during the match, and the reaction appeared to carry over beyond the pitch. After the game, Luke Shaw shared an image on social media showing himself standing over Garnacho following a challenge. Bruno Fernandes responded with a playful but pointed comment, while former teammate Alex Telles also joined in with reactions.

Chelsea’s broader struggles are becoming increasingly concerning. They now sit four points behind Liverpool in the race for fifth place, despite having played an extra game. The current run—four straight league defeats without scoring—is their worst in nearly three decades, with an even longer drought not seen since 1912.

Across all competitions, the form is equally worrying, with six losses in their last seven matches and 16 goals conceded during that stretch. A significant portion of their recent goals have come in a single outing against Port Vale, highlighting their lack of consistency in front of goal.

After the match, Rosenior admitted uncertainty about what failing to qualify for the Champions League could mean for his future. He acknowledged the result was difficult to take, especially given that Chelsea created numerous chances but failed to convert them. He pointed out that United capitalised on a limited opportunity, while his side were unable to make their attacking pressure count.

Despite the frustration, Rosenior emphasized the need for continued effort and improvement, insisting that the team must find a way to turn their form around before the situation worsens further.

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