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Columns written in during December 2007:
Fan columns | Capello is a quick-fix but England's problems run deep
20 December 2007, Seth Jennings
A new era beckons with the appointment of Fabio Capello, but the problems with the England team run much deeper. Seth Singh Jennings argues that the nation requires a fundamental overhaul of its sporting values.
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AL Editorial | Big four weekend could prove decisive
15 December 2007, Darren Bowser
The big four clash on Sunday with Arsenal's match against Chelsea potentially decisive in the club's fortunes for the rest of the month. Editor Darren Bowser previews Arsenal's selection and possible ramifications from tomorrow's games. »»»
AL Editorial | Protecting Cesc and Hleb is crucial to title ambitions
12 December 2007, Lenny Antonelli
Arsene Wenger is likely to rest key players tonight against Steaua Bucharest, and considering the impact the absence of Cesc and Hleb has had on recent performances, Lenny Antonelli believes we should be cautious with key attacking players until our creative options are bolstered. »»»
Fan columns | Riverside woe could be just the wake-up call we need
11 December 2007, Ari Last
After losing at Boro on Sunday, Ari Last reflects on a campaign that has surpassed all expectations so far. He argues that defeat may well be the catalyst to inspire Arsenal to greater things as the season goes on.
»»»Fan columns | Gritty Gunners so strong at the back
8 December 2007, Richard Clarke
During a difficult series of away fixtures of the club's defence has been much tested. Richard Clarke reflects on a rearguard action that has yielded four points from six with a trip to the Riverside to come. »»»
AL Editorial | Emmanuel Eboue: Saint or Sinner?
7 December 2007, Michael Strevens
Emmanuel Eboué has never quite lived up to his potential since bursting onto the scene a couple of years ago. His inconsistency and attitude have frustrated the fans, who know he is capable of much more. He has improved lately though and Michael Strevens believes he has a big part to play while our most creative players are missing.
»»»Fan columns | Wenger's Johnny Foreigners are not the problem
5 December 2007, Ben Norris
Following England's dismal Euro 2008 qualification campaign, pundits have been moved to blame the lack of success on foreign imports, often signalling out Arsenal as chief offenders. Ben Norris makes the case in defence of Arsene Wenger's transfer policy in relation to the club and the national team. »»»
Fan columns | One man's thug, another's 'old fashioned centre half'
3 December 2007, Helen Gallery
Following on from the very public criticism of referees in the press recently, Helen Gallery looks at the issue of cheating in football, and wonders how the ref can ever be wrong if we can’t all agree on what constitutes cheating in the first place?
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