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Defender: Magpies wary of the Lane

Premiership Talk Blog 09 February @ 02:00 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Newcastle United defender Mike Williamson is aware that Tottenham Hotspur's terrific form throughout the season indicates their prowess, particularly at White Hart Lane.

Following Monday night's goalless draw at Anfield, third-place Spurs return home and with manager Harry Redknapp cleared of tax evasion charges, the North London outfit will be completely focused on picking up all three points in Saturday's late kick-off.

Red Bulls Start 2012 Preseason on a Winning Note

The Viper's Nest 07 February @ 09:26 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Coop Didn't Take Long to Get His FirstThe New York Red Bulls prevailed in the first of their 2012 preseason friendly matches, defeating FC Dallas 2-0, thanks to a first half goal by Kenny Cooper and a late penalty from Corey Hertzog. Despite Dallas striking the woodwork three times, RBNY goalkeepers Ryan Meara and Jeremy Vuolo combined to keep a clean sheet.

Is The Ox already better than Theo?

Arsenal Insider 06 February @ 12:57 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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After a disappointing start to this calender year, Arsenal were finally able to secure their first Premier League win of 2012, picking up 3 vital points against Blackburn Rovers in a 7-1 demolition at The Emirates.

Once again, Robin van Persie showed just how important he is to this Arsenal side scoring three and making two others during a numbingly-cold afternoon in North London.

Wenger ponders coaching role for Bergkamp or Adams

Arsenal Insider 06 February @ 02:37 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Arsenal legends Dennis Bergkamp and Tony Adams are squaring up for a head-to-head clash – with the winner securing a coaching role at the Emirates.

The former Gunners are frontrunners to replace Steve Bould within the coaching staff at the club at the end of the season.

Bould is poised to replace the retiring Pat Rice as Arsene Wenger's No.

Arsenal 7-1 Blackburn: A Thorough Thrashing

The Offside - Arsenal 04 February @ 06:24 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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When I woke up bleary-eyed and desperate of coffee this morning my first thought was "Why do I wake up so early for the impending doom that is Arsenal?" I turned my TV on and was greeted by the image of Arsene Wenger walking onto the pitch and a great view of the skyline above the Emirates Stadium, leading me to think, "At least it looks beautiful out there.

Sandro shows off his karate moves

Off the Post 04 February @ 07:47 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Danny Rose may not have achieved an awful lot in his Spurs career since his left-footed wonder volley in the North London derby. But now he must be thanked for bringing the video above to our attention. Letting us into the sanctity of the Spurs dressing room, Rose filmed fellow midfielder Sandro performing some impressive [.

New Gunner thrilled to team with idol

Premiership Talk Blog 31 January @ 08:49 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Arsenal's newest midfielder Thomas Eisfeld has made it known that he is proud to be chosen as a Gunner, particularly as he aims to strike a partnership with Tomas Rosicky a man he grew up watching at Borussia Dortmund.

The 19-year old Eisfeld arrived from Dortmund yesterday to complete his move to North London ahead of the transfer deadline and after being unveiled, the youngster pledged to make both his current and former club proud.

Wenger must be forced to spend

OK Football Finder 30 January @ 02:58 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Arsenal supporters are becoming increasingly frustrated at the club's recent failure to compete for major honours in the past 7 years.

The ‘so near yet so far' statement could not ring more true than it does for the Gunners and the fans are starting to lose patience.

The poisonous atmosphere that has swept across the Emirates Stadium in back-to-back games against Manchester United and Aston Villa must be a worry to both the manager and the board.

Match Preview: Tottenham Hotspur v Wigan

thfc1882.com 30 January @ 10:42 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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THFC1882 welcomes back guest writer Kenny Palmer with a preview of Tottenham Hotspur versus Wigan.

A week is a long time in football, as Spurs two contrasting performances highlighted. Heroic in defeat against Manchester City earning plaudits for the character they showed in coming back from 2-0 down to level the scores before losing to an injury time penalty.

Let’s Boo ‘aving ya

Arsenal Arsenal 28 January @ 05:05 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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I have spent the last season and a half bemoaning the boo boys, this week I was not alone as Arsenal fans rallied round our beleaguered manager and club in an attempt to rid us of the discontented.

But today as we prepare ourselves for our pilgrimage to the red half of North London it is time to consolidate, stand side by side and live alongside each other in harmony.

Let’s Boo ‘aving ya

Arsenal Arsenal 28 January @ 05:05 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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I have spent the last season and a half bemoaning the boo boys, this week I was not alone as Arsenal fans rallied round our beleaguered manager and club in an attempt to rid us of the discontented.

But today as we prepare ourselves for our pilgrimage to the red half of North London it is time to consolidate, stand side by side and live alongside each other in harmony.

Let’s Boo ‘aving ya

Arsenal Arsenal 24 January @ 07:28 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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I have spent the last season and a half bemoaning the boo boys, this week I was not alone as Arsenal fans rallied round our beleaguered manager and club in an attempt to rid us of the discontented.

But today as we prepare ourselves for our pilgrimage to the red half of North London it is time to consolidate, stand side by side and live alongside each other in harmony.

Arsenal 1-2 Man Utd: Wenger Booed As Welbeck Pinches Victory For United (Photos & Highlights)

Who Ate All the Pies 23 January @ 06:44 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By Chris Wright

United made it Manchester 2-0 North London in the second of Sunday's super-duper all-singing-all-dancing encounters, beating Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates to whittle City's lead at the summit of the Premier League back down from six points to three.

Manchester 2 North London 0

English Premier league 22 January @ 01:33 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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In the big two Sunday games in the Premier League, both Manchester City and Manchester United dealt big blows to North London rivals Spurs and Arsenal.

In the first game, Man City won a thrilling controversial 3-2 match thanks to Mario Balotelli's injury-time penalty.

The controversy is whether Balotelli should have been on the field to score the penalty as he appeared to stamp on Scott Parker's head.

Manchester 2 London 0

Soccer Tickets Online 22 January @ 01:27 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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In the big two Sunday games in the Premier League, both Manchester City and Manchester United dealt big blows to North London rivals Spurs and Arsenal.

In the first game, Man City won a thrilling controversial 3-2 match thanks to Mario Balotelli's injury-time penalty.

The controversy is whether Balotelli should have been on the field to score the penalty as he appeared to stamp on Scott Parker's head.

Clinical United hand Gunners rare home defeat

Premiership Talk Blog 22 January @ 01:12 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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In a toughly contested match at the Emirates Stadium, Manchester United emerged 2-1 winners over Arsenal to move within three points of the Barclays Premier League summit.

Earlier in the day, league leaders Manchester City went six points clear at the top thanks to a late penalty kick converted by Mario Balotelli.

What to Watch This Weekend: Super Sunday

Cult Football 22 January @ 07:15 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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It's Super Sunday due to the two big EPL North London-Manchester games, but there's also a couple interesting La Liga matchups and an relevant Eredivisie matchup today:

Super Sunday, Jan 22

Netherlands, Alkmaar-Ajax (8:30amET ESPN Deportes, ESPN3.

Man City vs Tottenham Match Preview: Spurs on the Hunt for Revenge in Manchester

EPL Talk 21 January @ 08:00 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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In a Premier League season that has thus far, for the most been dominated by both Manchester clubs, this upcoming Sunday presents the perfect opportunity for North London to stake back some title revenge. It starts with Harry Redknapp's men. ...
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Training Camp Day Two: Banton Arrives, Levesque Everywhere

Sounder at Heart - Soccer From the Heart of the Sound 21 January @ 06:21 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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The storm is over, but the need to dig my car out meant I missed session one. If you want a report on that group you will have to go to the Seattle Times or The News Tribune as they were the only print media there today. Most notably was the arrival of Supplemental Draft pick Jason Banton. Banton was still on a London schedule so he did not participate fully.

Arsenal vs Manchester United Preview: Gunners Look to Put Pressure Back on Rivals at the Emirates

EPL Talk 21 January @ 06:00 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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There was a time not so long ago, a Manchester United team travelling to North London only meant one thing, and that was to get one over arch rivals Arsenal for the title. Now, with Spurs knocking on everyone's doorstep, ...
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North London sides looking to turn tables

Road to 2010 World Cup Final 20 January @ 12:00 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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There is a long way to go in the Premier League title race, but the battle between Manchester and north London this weekend could prove pivotal.
Top plays third and fifth plays second as competition at the top hots up. Manchester City put their 100 per cent home record on the line when they take on Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, while cross-city rivals Manchester United travel to the Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal just hours later.

Wenger, RvP disagree on Old Trafford

Premiership Talk Blog 20 January @ 10:15 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger believes that the club's 8-2 defeat away to Manchester United five months ago will have no impact on their preparation for this Sunday's rematch at the Emirates while skipper Robin van Persie strongly feels otherwise.

Speaking to the club's website ahead of United's trip to North London, Wenger explained that no matter what, his side cannot reverse the disaster that occurred in Manchester last August and hence, they must look at Sunday's match as a new opportunity altogether.

Mind The Gap – The Reason Behind the Power Shift

White Hart Pain 20 January @ 06:31 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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The ten point advantage Tottenham currently have over Arsenal in the Premier League would have been unthinkable just a couple of seasons ago. Although Arsenal fans were calling for Arsene Wenger's head after a bad start to the season, things seemed to have settled down on that front with the good run of form they put together following the 2-1 defeat the Gunners suffered at White Hart Lane.

Watching Jay Rise & Shine

No Short Corners 17 January @ 04:54 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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On a weekday night early on in Watford's Premier League season of 2006-'07, I stood on a street corner in North London and told Jay DeMerit his story was remarkable."It would have ended perfectly if you'd been picked for the World Cup," I joked. "But seriously, have you thought about writing a biography?

Arsenal made a big mistake in not sacking Arsene Wenger

OK Football Finder 17 January @ 08:06 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Carlo Ancelotti joined PSG in December after being sacked by Chelsea. The Italian won the double in his first season but failed to inspire The Blues as they finished without a trophy the following season.

The 52-year-old admitted he was hoping to replace Arsene Wenger in north London.

Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers: Focused Wolves Take A Bite Out Of Spurs’ Title Hopes (Photos & Highlights)

Who Ate All the Pies 14 January @ 05:35 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By Alan Duffy

Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers Premier League 14th January 2012

Much has been written and spoken in recent weeks about Tottenham's title burgeoning title credentials. However, against Wolves at White Hart Lane, the Lilywhites somewhat struggled to live up to the hype, producing a disappointing display in front of their home fans.

Van Persie Sings Henry’s Praises Again

Arsenal Insider 13 January @ 11:32 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Arsenal skipper Robin van Persie believes that club legend Thierry Henry's decision to join his beloved club for a second time shows how brave he is.

The Frenchman recently put pen to paper on a short term loan deal with the Gunners and scored the winner in the 1-0 FA Cup defeat of Leeds United on his second debut at the Emirates.

Match Preview: Tottenham Hotspur v Wolves

thfc1882.com 13 January @ 09:56 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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THFC1882 presents another guest writer. This time it's a guy I've known on Twitter for a while and he's always got something to say on our beloved Tottenham Hotspur. It gives me great pleasure to present Kenny Palmer with a preview of this weekend's game:

Wednesday's victory over Everton in the postponed game in hand from the start of the season has left Spurs level on points with Manchester United and 3 off leaders Manchester City.

Liverpool Plot Move For Marseille Striker

Anfield Talk 12 January @ 03:08 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Liverpool are said to be monitoring Tottenham's interest in Marseille striker Loic Remy with a view to pipping the North London side in the race to sign the French international.
The 25 year old striker has previously been linked with a move to the Merseyside club in the summer but no bid was forthcoming but the eight match ban handed down to Uruguayan Luis Suarez and the average form shown by Andy Carroll has led the Anfield side to re-ignite their interest in the Stade Velodrome forward.

Redknapp now admits Ba release clause talk was guff.

Newcastle United Blog 10 January @ 12:19 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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After strongly suggesting that Newcastle United hitman Demba Ba was available on a release clause of less than £7 million, Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has now changed his tune somewhat. The droopy featured North London manager has now admitted that neither he nor anyone else apart from Newcastle United and Ba himself know what [.

Spurs wingers back in frame

Premiership Talk Blog 10 January @ 12:10 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has called on his players to fight for their spots in his side. Talented players like Steven Pienaar and Niko Kranjcar have seen limited action for Spurs this season, but Redknapp insists that the second half of the season will give them ample opportunities to impress both him and fans.

5,000 robins descend on North London

All Roads Lead Somewhere... 08 January @ 02:02 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR 3–0 CHELTENHAM TOWN Saturday 7th January 2012 FA Cup 3rd Round White Hart Lane
Sometimes in football cup draws fall the way you like and prior to the draw for the 3rd round of this seasons FA Cup I said to the wife that I hope Cheltenham get Chelsea, Manchester City or Spurs away.

Henry Loan Deal to Arsenal Finalized

The Viper's Nest 06 January @ 09:28 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Henry: "I just could not say no to Arsenal"The ongoing saga of finalizing Thierry Henry's two month loan to Arsenal reached its conclusion today when the Gunners announced that they had an agreement in place with the New York Red Bulls and MLS. The deal is intended to allow Arsenal to bridge the four to six week gap when Gervinho and Marouane Chamakh will be away on Africa Cup of Nations duty.

Henry seals Gunners return

Road to 2010 World Cup Final 04 January @ 05:48 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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New York Red Bulls striker Thierry Henry's protracted loan move to Arsenal has finally been confirmed.
The 34-year-old will return to the Gunners on a two-month loan deal and could feature in Monday's FA Cup third round clash with Championship side Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium.
The soccer betting tips are had predicted Henry would make a dramatic return as soon as it was announced that he would train with the Gunners during the MLS off-season.

Chelsea And Man United Suffer Shock Defeats

Soccer Tickets Online 31 December @ 05:25 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Manchester United missed out on the chance to begin the new year on top of the Premier League after suffering a shock 3-2 defeat at home against Blackburn Rovers.

Sir Alex Ferguson turned 70 today but it was a birthday the United manager will want to forget after witnessing his side rally from 2-0 down only to lose to Grant Hanley's late winner.

Perhaps The ACN Can Rejuvenate Marouane Chamakh

Wrighty7 30 December @ 11:25 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Maybe I am clutching at straws here. Or maybe I have completely lost the plot in more ways than one.
But I am really hoping that Marouane Chamakh will come back to Arsenal, after the African Cup of Nations, a completely rejuvenated player.
Fingers crossed, hopefully he might even come back as Lukas Podolski.

Arsenal looking to bounce back

Road to 2010 World Cup Final 30 December @ 06:59 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Although it's fair to say that Arsenal have enjoyed a rather strange season, lurching from one extreme to another, the fact remains that they have somehow managed to get themselves back in contention for a Champions League place, something that seemed like a distant dream after the crushing 8-2 defeat they suffered against Manchester United early in the season.

Four Bundesliga players for Harry to consider

TottenhamBlog.com 30 December @ 06:58 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Striker links with Spurs are set to increase over the next few days as it seems increasingly likely that Roman Pavlyuchenko will be on a Rocket to Russia next month.

With Adebayor's future far from settled, this seems like a sensible time to get involved in the transfer market and at present, there are a number of German based strikers being linked with Premiership clubs.

“Henry set to agree two-month loan deal”

Arsenal Insider 29 December @ 04:21 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Arsenal are on the brink of re-signing Thierry Henry.

That's according to Sky sources, who understand that the ex-Arsenal captain is on his way back to North London and is set to sign a 2-month loan deal with The Gunners. The deal is expected to be announced within the next 48 hours.

Arsenal v Wolverhampton Preview : Mixing It Up

Arsenal View From a Gooner 27 December @ 03:41 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Surely he's embarrass of his own performance too

It was a good night for Arsenal last night, even though none of the games involved us. Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City all dropped points in their Boxing Day fixtures. A win for us tonight will see us leapfrog over Chelsea and go level on points with Tottenham (depending on the outcomes of their own match against Norwich).