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Columns written in during August 2007:

Fan columns | So close to something great, but Arsene needs to act

31 August 2007, Guest columnist

Guest columnist Ari Last talks about the need for additional signings highlighting that additional pace will allow the team to improve penetration and kill matches off early.

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AL Editorial | Do we really want a financially doped Arsenal?

31 August 2007, Michael Strevens

The news that David Dein has sold his Arsenal shares to a Russian investor has prompted mixed reactions among Arsenal fans. Michael Strevens is concerned about how a possible takeover would affect the club's identity.

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Forum Views | Can we really challenge this season?

29 August 2007, Lenny Antonelli

With Champions League qualification likely to be secured tonight and the transfer window about to close without any changes to the squad, this week's Forum Views examines how far the current group of players are capable of going this season.
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AL Editorial | Winning attributes shining through

26 August 2007, Darren Bowser

Editor Darren Bowser reviews the winning spirit emerging in Arsenal's young chargers. »»»

Forum Views | Should Lehmann be dropped?

22 August 2007, Lenny Antonelli

Following his two errors last week, Jens Lehmann is set to continue as Germany's first choice keeper against England tonight. In this week's Forum Views, we look at some of the most interesting posts from our forum over the past couple of days, where posters are divided as to whether Lehmann should carry on as our number one or not. »»»

Fan columns | Captain Gallas, does Arsene Know?

17 August 2007, Guest columnist

Guest columnist Helen Gallery discusses the issue of club captaincy by discussing Wenger's previous decisions and the potential respective merits of Gilberto and William Gallas. »»»

AL Editorial | Battling Gunners get the job done

16 August 2007, Michael Strevens

Arsenal have one foot in the Champions League Group stage after a resilient display in Prague last night. Michael Strevens reflects on a crucial win. »»»

Forum Views | Sparta Prague preview

15 August 2007, Lenny Antonelli

In this, the second of our new Forum Views feature, we look ahead to tonight's game in Prague by picking some of the best posts on the game from the match preview thread on our forum. »»»

Referendum | What will Arsenal's starting line up be by May 2008?

15 August 2007, Adam Pembrey

The Arsenal-land Referendum is back for the 2007-08 season. For our first topic this year we asked forum members what they thought the strongest line up would be by the end of the season. »»»

AL Editorial | Denilson must start in Prague

14 August 2007, Lenny Antonelli

Lenny Antonelli looks forward to tomorrow night's clash in Prague, arguing that Denilson should partner Cesc in midfield if the Spaniard is to find his best form and control the game from the centre of the park. »»»

Fan columns | Five Reasons why Arsenal will surprise everyone

11 August 2007, Michael Strevens

After three long months, the new season is finally upon us. Columnist Michael Strevens gives an upbeat assessment of Arsenal's chances this season.

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Forum Views | Adebayor's strengths/Eboue on the right/Fulham preview

8 August 2007, Lenny Antonelli

In this, the first of a brand new feature, we select and publish some of the best posts from our forum over the last week. This week: Adebayor and Eboue's roles in the side for the coming season, and a look ahead to Sunday's clash with Fulham. »»»

AL Editorial | Does Rosicky imbalance the midfield?

7 August 2007, Lenny Antonelli

Many fans commented last season that playing three playmakers - Hleb, Cesc and Rosicky - in a four man midfield doesn't work. But does playing Tomas Rosicky on the left cause a particular imbalance to the team? Lenny Antonelli looks at an interesting debate that has broken out on our forums. »»»

Site news | Write for Arsenal-Land

6 August 2007, Darren Bowser

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Fan columns | The Ex Factor - Part 3

3 August 2007, Michael Strevens

From Arsenal Legends to Nearly Men, the Premiership is full of players who wore the red and white with varying degrees of success. Michael Strevens brings the series to a close. »»»

AL Editorial | The 'one to watch' for the new season

2 August 2007, Darren Bowser

With so many exciting young players and some new signings we have asked our columnists their viewpoint on the 'one to watch', the player that our writers are most looking forward to seeing in the new season.
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Fan columns | The Ex Factor - Part 2

1 August 2007, Michael Strevens

Michael Strevens continues the series looking at the careers of those who are still enjoying a top flight career after leaving Arsenal. »»»

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Recent

Will Wenger’s faith prove his undoing?

Seth Singh Jennings assesses our failure to add to the squad before the end of the transfer window.

§ Fan columns [2 September 2008]


It's not just Jack

A new season begins for the reserves. Was anyone on display who might be able to fill a gap in the first team squad? Reserves reporter Ant Hartman finds out.

§ Match Reports [2 September 2008]


Fans need a Twente convincer, team needs a performance

Twente encounter looks all but a formality, but editor Darren Bowser sees oppurtunity for a team lacking cohesion to gain some momentum following the disappointment at Fulham.

§ AL Editorial [27 August 2008]


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