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Mikel Arteta warned of 'unsettling' future tactics after "shaky" Arsenal exposed in Sunderland stalemate
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is warned about how other teams may approach games against the Gunners following Sunderland's success in Saturday's 2-2 Premier League draw.
Nov 11, 19:37
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What Mikel Arteta got wrong in Arsenal's draw with Sunderland as substitution mistakes highlighted
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta could have sent on three specific players in the Gunners' 2-2 draw with Sunderland to potentially prevent the Black Cats' late leveller, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Nov 11, 16:35
 Granit Xhaka/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal meet "signing of the season" Granit Xhaka in Sunderland reunion as Gunners sent 'ugly, scrappy' demand
Arsenal fans should have no problem with their side claiming the "ugliest, scrappiest" win over high-flying Sunderland in Saturday's Premier League showdown, Gunners expert Charles Watts exclusively tells Sports Mole.
Nov 7, 13:03
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Arsenal transfer news: Charles Watts makes William Saliba claim after "tempting" Real Madrid comments
Arsenal defender William Saliba is likely to leave the club at some point in the future, but fans should not worry about his recent Real Madrid comments, expert Charles Watts exclusively tells Sports Mole.
Nov 6, 18:23
 Viktor Gyokeres/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal injury news: Charles Watts reveals Viktor Gyokeres hamstring fear after latest update
Arsenal expert Charles Watts admits that he is fearful Viktor Gyokeres has suffered a hamstring injury after his finest 45 minutes in a Gunners shirt so far.
Nov 5, 09:45
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Mikel Arteta told to start 17-year-old in Arsenal's clash with Slavia Prague amid Declan Rice Bayern risk
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta should consider starting a 17-year-old in Tuesday's Champions League clash with Slavia Prague due to the Declan Rice suspension risk, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Nov 4, 10:56
 Kyle Walker/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal expert slams "ridiculous, one-sided" set-piece narrative before Burnley as telling stat emerges
Criticism of Arsenal's incredible set-piece numbers is "boring" and "ridiculous", and the Gunners are the victims of a "one-sided narrative" ahead of their Premier League clash with Burnley this weekend, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 31, 11:07
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Arsenal vs. Brighton: £57.1m midfielder predicted to start EFL Cup clash as Danny Welbeck World Cup verdict delivered
Arsenal playing Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex is more preferable to facing them at the Emirates, where the Seagulls "always" seem to give the Gunners issues, according to expert Charles Watts.
Oct 29, 06:29
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Max Dowman: New development in Arsenal contract agreement as Per Mertesacker influence highlighted
Arsenal's Max Dowman - who could become one of the best talents English football has ever seen - has now put pen to paper on his scholarship agreement, Gunners journalist Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 28, 16:45
 Declan Rice/Gabriel Martinelli/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal injury news: Charles Watts reveals "biggest concern" after Palace win amid Martinelli, Rice worry
Arsenal journalist Charles Watts reveals the Gunners' "biggest" injury concern to Sports Mole after Mikel Arteta suffered a quartet of new worries against Crystal Palace.
Oct 28, 10:55
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Arsenal have "extra edge" in Premier League title race amid Liverpool, Man City mistakes
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal have an extra "edge" to them compared to previous campaigns as they chase the 2025-26 Premier League title, Charles Watts explains to Sports Mole.
Oct 24, 20:35
 Eberechi Eze/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace: Mikel Arteta offered new Eberechi Eze solution ahead of Premier League reunion
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is offered an alternative Eberechi Eze solution as the Gunners summer signing prepares to face Crystal Palace for the first time since his big-money move to the Emirates this summer.
Oct 24, 12:47
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Riccardo Calafiori: Arsenal's one-of-a-kind maverick who has changed Mikel Arteta's world
Riccardo Calafiori brings something "completely different" to this current Arsenal side and is up there with one of the best finishers in Mikel Arteta's squad, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 23, 17:48
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Arsenal have 'no rush' to extend David Raya's contract after Mikel Arteta's number one given bumper pay rise
There is no goalkeeper in the world better suited to this Arsenal team than David Raya, but the Gunners should be in no rush to extend his contract, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 16, 12:22
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Arsenal transfer news: Gabriel Jesus January verdict delivered as Mikel Arteta's "regrets" discussed
Arsenal will find it impossible not to have "regrets" over Gabriel Jesus's injury-plagued time in North London, but selling him in January would be a mistake, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 15, 13:49
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Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta’s “phenomenal” star ‘in talks’ over new contract amid Bayern Munich interest
Arsenal are reportedly keen to reward a "phenomenal" first-team star for his impressive performances with a new contract amid interest from Bayern Munich.
Oct 14, 12:54
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Martin Odegaard injury is "best-case scenario" for Arsenal as Ethan Nwaneri shows new dimension to Mikel Arteta
Martin Odegaard's injury layoff can be considered "best-case scenario" for Arsenal following the news that the Norwegian will be sidelined for around a month, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 14, 12:43
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Martin Zubimendi's Arsenal performances reviewed as Mikel Arteta's "class act" sent Premier League warning
Martin Zubimendi has been nothing short of an "absolute class act" since he joined Arsenal, but the toughest tests are yet to come for the 26-year-old, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 10, 14:06
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Jurrien Timber Arsenal contract latest: Charles Watts delivers update as bold Premier League title claim made
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is in the top two or three right-backs on the planet as the Gunners work to tie him down to a new contract, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 9, 11:50
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Martin Odegaard injury latest: Charles Watts makes operation prediction as Arsenal, Mikel Arteta face nervous wait
Arsenal will make a 'very, very quick' decision on whether Martin Odegaard needs surgery on his recent knee injury, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 8, 09:09
 Bukayo Saka/Charles Watts composite
Bukayo Saka's 17-year-old 'difference' highlighted after Arsenal star emulates Romelu Lukaku with 100th PL goal involvement
Arsenal wing wizard Bukayo Saka was a 'different kid' to other 17 and 18-year-olds before reaching his latest Premier League milestone, Gunners expert Charles Watts reveals to Sports Mole.
Oct 7, 12:49
 Jarrod Bowen/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal vs. West Ham: Eberechi Eze prediction made as Mikel Arteta risks unwanted Premier League first
Arsenal should have no reason to fear an unwanted Premier League first against West Ham United in Saturday's London derby at the Emirates, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 3, 10:27
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Arsenal vs. Olympiacos: Mikel Arteta sent Ethan Nwaneri selection message for 'chilling' Champions League tie
Arsenal vs. Olympiacos in the Champions League is a 'chilling' prospect following the Gunners' previous heartaches against the Greek giants, expert Charles Watts has told Sports Mole.
Oct 1, 07:52
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William Saliba: Why Arsenal defender snubbed Real Madrid to sign new contract as Ibrahima Konate question answered
William Saliba wants nothing more than to win trophies with Arsenal after signing his new long-term contract, Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Sep 30, 16:23
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Why Arsenal's set-pieces are "absolutely sustainable" after Newcastle corner goals as key "difference" highlighted
Arsenal's gripping 2-1 Premier League win over Newcastle United is the sort of victory that "countless champions" look back on at the end of the season, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Sep 30, 12:49
 Max Dowman/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal must go "all guns blazing" for EFL Cup trophy as Max Dowman prediction made for Port Vale clash
Arsenal should go "all guns blazing" for the EFL Cup trophy this season ahead of their third-round encounter with Port Vale, expert Charles Watts believes.
Sep 24, 10:49
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Noni Madueke injury: Christmas prediction made as Arsenal, Mikel Arteta suffer "massive blow"
Arsenal winger Noni Madueke is unlikely to be back up to full speed until around Christmastime following the news of his serious knee injury, Charles Watts warns.
Sep 23, 16:29
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Viktor Gyokeres Arsenal problem pinpointed after Man City struggles as Kai Havertz "pining" claim made
Arsenal were crying out for Kai Havertz in their 1-1 Premier League draw with Manchester City on Sunday, and Viktor Gyokeres has been guilty of being "flat-footed" in big games, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Sep 23, 14:16
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Arsenal vs. Man City: How Gunners can play into Viktor Gyokeres's hands after Champions League hat-trick
Arsenal can play into Viktor Gyokeres's hands against Manchester City on Sunday and will not fear defeat against their former perpetual nemesis, Charles Watts has told Sports Mole.
Sep 20, 16:01
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Ben White injury: Charles Watts delivers update as Arsenal face "big decision" over 27-year-old
Arsenal expert Charles Watts delivers the latest on Ben White's new injury concern, as Mikel Arteta is warned that he could have a "big decision" to make regarding the right-back's future.
Sep 17, 16:15
 Arsenal's Mikel Merino pictured on October 1, 2024
Arsenal lineup vs. Athletic Bilbao confirmed as Mikel Arteta deals "real blow" with one change
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta makes just the one change to his starting lineup for Tuesday's Champions League opener against Athletic Bilbao.
Sep 16, 16:39
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Arsenal transfer news: Leandro Trossard price demand sent amid Turkish Super Lig links
Arsenal should consider bids of a specific amount for Leandro Trossard due to their "pressing need" to balance the books, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Sep 11, 13:36
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Martin Odegaard produces Norway masterclass after "out of order" Tony Adams comments on Arsenal captaincy
Arsenal legend Tony Adams was "a bit out of order" in his recent criticism of Martin Odegaard, but the only way the Gunners skipper can respond perfectly is by demonstrating his class on the pitch, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Sep 10, 12:51
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Mikel Merino: How Arsenal's calmest finisher could "change perceptions" with Spain hat-trick
Mikel Merino's "unbelievable" hat-trick for Spain against Turkey could change how the Arsenal midfielder is viewed by Gooners, expert Charles Watts feels.
Sep 9, 19:51
 Charles Watts/William Saliba composite
Arsenal handed William Saliba hope for Man City clash as Charles Watts provides injury update
Arsenal fans should take the latest injury reports concerning William Saliba with a pinch of salt, Gunners journalist Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Sep 9, 14:25
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Arsenal injury news: Charles Watts on William Saliba ankle issue and Cristhian Mosquera Liverpool performance
Arsenal's William Saliba likely underwent a scan on his ankle injury on Monday, and the Gunners are now waiting to learn the extent of his issue, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Sep 4, 10:06
 Charles Watts/Andrea Berta composite
Arsenal transfer news: Charles Watts makes 2026 prediction as Andrea Berta's summer window assessed
Arsenal expert Charles Watts makes an intriguing prediction for the Gunners' 2026 transfer window as Andrea Berta's first summer of business at the club is assessed.
Sep 3, 13:01
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Mikel Arteta made baffling Noni Madueke decision in Liverpool loss as Arsenal "narrative" shot down
Arsenal expert Charles Watts questions a second-half decision made by Mikel Arteta in the Gunners' 1-0 defeat to Premier League champions Liverpool at Anfield.
Sep 2, 12:27
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Liverpool vs. Arsenal: One area where Mikel Arteta's men can "really hurt" Premier League champions at Anfield
Arsenal can "really hurt" Liverpool in one area of the pitch in Sunday's Premier League blockbuster at Anfield, Gunners expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Aug 30, 15:15
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Piero Hincapie to Arsenal: UEFA warning issued as Mikel Arteta given alternative transfer agreement
Arsenal may have to strike an alternative agreement for Bayer Leverkusen's Piero Hincapie rather than signing the Ecuador international on a permanent deal this summer, Charles Watts believes.
Aug 28, 14:09
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