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5 Arsenal players you might have forgotten
Keeping in mind the 21st century, here is a look at 5 Arsenal players you might have forgotten
Arsenal are one of the greatest clubs in England. Just like a club with a rich history, the North London club has had a boatload of stars represent them. However, there have been a few names even the keenest of fans would have missed.
Here is a deep dive into some of the Arsenal players you might have forgotten.
Jeremie Aliadiere
One of Arsene Wenger’s many French signings. Aliadiere joined Arsenal as a teenager back in 1999, and rose through the club’s youth ranks. He turned pro at 18 but struggled to get many starts. His only appearance in the 2001-02 (his first season) EPL season came as a substitute, replacing Thierry Henry. Aliadiere’s first goal for Arsenal came in his second season, against West Bromwich Albion (August 27, 2002), and it remains his only goal for the club in the Premier League (excluding League Cup, FA Cup, Champions League and Community Shield).
The Frenchman was then reduced to the League Cup squad and hardly started for the Gunners in the Premier League. Arsenal then began sending Aliadiere on loan spells, starting from 2005 – first to Celtic. That summer he joined West Ham United on a one-year loan, which was terminated midway and ended up in Aliadiere joining then-championship side Wolverhampton Wanderers.
After 6 years and just 29 appearances in the Premier League for Arsenal, Aliadiere left Arsenal to join Middlesbrough FC. He ended his career in 2017, having last played for Lorient.
Ryo Miyaichi
Ryo Miyaichi, the Japanese, turned pro at Arsenal, and was signed by Arsene Wenger as a teenager. The pacy attacker was sent on loan to Feyenoord, then to Bolton Wanderers in his first two years. In between his loan spells, he made a couple of appearances for the Gunners. His only appearance in the English Premier League for Arsenal was as a substitute in 2013, during a win over Stoke City.
2013-14, Miyaichi was at Arsenal, however, he hardly got appearances to boast of, barring the aforementioned off-the-bench appearance, a UEFA Champions League debut against Fenerbahce in August 2013, and a couple of League Cup starts. He was then again loaned out in 2014-15 to FC Twente, while also playing for Jong Twente during the same spell.
A proper Arsenal fan would remember the pace the young Miyaichi possessed, especially in the popular video games PES 13, and PES 14 (now dubbed as eFootball). Although the Japanese could translate his speed he was not able to amplify his raw skill in real life. He currently plays for Yokohama F. Marinos.
Park Chu-young (Park Ju-young)
Another Asian signed by Arsene Wenger in 2011, this time in the summer transfer window. After an impressive 3 years at French side Monaco, Park’s arrival did create a buzz among the Gooners. However, he hardly got starts for the North London club. After a couple of League Cup appearances, and starting a UEFA Champions League game against Marseille in the group stage, Park’s first appearance in the Premier League, was as a substitute against Manchester United in January 2012.
Later that year, in the 2012-13 season, Park was sent on loan to Celta Vigo. His next appearance for Arsenal came in October 2013, as a substitute for Aaron Ramsey in the League Cup, and it was eventually his last. Following a short loan spell to Watford in 2014, Park was released by the club the same year. He now plays for Ulsan HD in the South Korean football league.
Justin Hoyte
Justin Hoyte was Arsenal through and through. He joined the club in 1993, as a 9-year-old, much before Arsene Wenger’s revolutionary term at the club. The Trinidadian and Tobagonian British turned pro in 2002. However, his Premier League debut came towards the end of that season, as a substitute during Arsenal’s rampant win over Southampton.
His first Premier League start came the next season, against Norwich City in August 2004. He then made only sporadic appearances for the club, barring the 2006-07 season (Arsenal’s first season at the Emirates). Hoyte left the club in 2008, and joined Middlesbrough, where he became a regular starter. He announced his retirement in 2019, having last played for FC Cincinnati.
Mart Poom
One of the greatest Estonian footballers of all time didn’t have that much of a lustrous club career to boast of. In his near-22-year professional career, Derby County was the only club for whom he made more than 100 appearances. Almost into the twilight phase of his career (33 isn’t a twilight phase for a GK, but Poom retired 3 years later), Arsenal came knocking at Poom’s door in search of a temporary replacement for the injured Jens Lehmann and Manuel Almunia.
5 months later in early 2006, his move was made permanent. He made just two appearances for Arsenal in total, both coming in the 2006-07 season, one in the League Cup and the other in the very last day of the 2006-07 Premier League season. However, the interesting part is that Poom has a UEFA Champions League runners-up medal to boast of since he was in Arsenal’s 25-man squad for that year’s UCL. He left the club in 2007 and joined Watford and ended his career in 2009.
Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in what could prove decisive for the Gunners’ Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal sit top of the table with 61 points from 28 matches, five points clear of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand, while Chelsea occupy 7th with 45 points after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
This represents a huge opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack before facing Brighton away on Wednesday. Chelsea arrive at the Emirates in patchy form under Liam Rosenior, who has won just two of his eight league matches since replacing Enzo Maresca in January despite an encouraging start to his tenure.
Kick-off: 4:30 GMT, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
TV: Sky Sports
Kai Havertz Returns to Haunt Former Club
Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Kai Havertz will train on Saturday ahead of the Chelsea clash, giving the German a chance to feature against his former employers. Havertz has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early February, but scored the winner in Arsenal’s 1-0 Carabao Cup semi final victory over Chelsea earlier this month.
The 26 year old has endured a nightmare campaign with injuries limiting him to just 158 Premier League minutes this season, though he has still managed two goals and two assists when available. Viktor Gyokeres has flourished in Havertz’s absence, scoring twice in the 4-1 North London Derby demolition of Tottenham last weekend.
Rosenior Yet to Face Top Six Opposition
Liam Rosenior faces his first test against a top six side in the league since taking charge of Chelsea, having only faced teams sitting 7th or lower during his opening eight matches. His winning run needs proper context, given the quality of opposition, with recent dropped points against Leeds and Burnley at Stamford Bridge exposing serious vulnerabilities.
Arteta has beaten Rosenior twice already this season in the two legged Carabao Cup semi final, and the Spanish manager will fancy his chances of completing a treble over the Chelsea boss. Bukayo Saka should be fit despite limping off late against Spurs, while Ben White remains doubtful with a niggle.
Predicted Lineups: Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Also read: Kai Havertz Injury Update: Real Timeline and Medical Details Revealed!
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Update Given Following Arsenal Injury Scare as Olivia Smith Discharged From Hospital After Being Stretchered Off During FA Cup Win Over Bristol City
Arsenal star Olivia Smith has been discharged from hospital after being stretchered off the field during their Women’s FA Cup game against Bristol City. The forward, who joined the Gunners in the summer, played just under an hour before being forced off with pictures showing a neck brace around the 21 year old at Meadow Park.
This was a worrying moment for Arsenal supporters watching on Sunday afternoon. The Canadian international went down, receiving lengthy treatment before being taken off on a stretcher as a precaution. Thankfully, the injury appears to be far less serious than initially feared.
Left Hospital Yesterday Evening
According to Arsenal reporter Tim Stillman, Olivia Smith left the hospital yesterday evening after tests were run and will return to be assessed this week ahead of the March international break. This is brilliant news for Arsenal, who cannot afford to lose Smith for any length of time, given her importance to the team.
It is believed that her involvement with Canada is still up in the air, with the Canucks facing a triple header of friendlies against Colombia, Argentina, and the United States over the coming two weeks. Arsenal’s next match sees them face London City Lionesses in mid March.
Big Boost for Champions League Hopes
With no video available for Arsenal’s cup game against Bristol City, there was huge concern surrounding Smith’s condition for those unable to attend the game at Meadow Park. Thankfully, what seemed initially to be a severe injury has turned out to be a fairly minor incident.
While Stina Blackstenius and Alessia Russo are both more than capable options to lead the line, it has been Smith who has been Renee Slegers’ favoured choice and proven to be a brilliant signing since her arrival from Liverpool. Having Smith likely available for both legs of the Chelsea Champions League quarter final is a massive boost for Arsenal’s hopes of retaining their European crown.
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Arsenal Star Named WSL Player of the Month for January as Midfielder Continues Outstanding Form Following 400th Appearance Milestone
Kim Little has been named January’s Barclays Women’s Super League Player of the Month, recognition that follows her 400th appearance for Arsenal. The captain has made an outstanding start to 2026, completing every minute in the WSL and helping secure two clean sheets and four points from fixtures against Manchester United and Chelsea.
Little drove the midfield against United in the 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium and was again pivotal in the disciplined defensive display at Stamford Bridge that delivered that historic 2-0 win over the Blues. This is absolutely deserved recognition for one of Arsenal’s most influential players, who continues to perform at the highest level despite being 35 years old.
400th Appearance Came in Belgium
Little’s landmark 400th appearance came in Belgium as Arsenal won 4-0 at OH Leuven to close in on a Champions League London derby with Chelsea. The Scottish playmaker came on as a second half substitute in the 82nd minute, replacing Olivia Smith, to reach 400 appearances.
This achievement is even more notable given the time she spent playing in the USA and Australia during her career. Little has become one of the defining figures of the modern Arsenal era, establishing herself as an absolute legend at the club.
Chelsea Awaits in Champions League Quarterfinals
Provided nothing dramatic unfolds at Meadow Park next week, Chelsea awaits in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Arsenal hold a commanding 4-0 advantage from the first leg and are overwhelming favorites to progress to a mouth watering London derby in the last eight.
Little will be central to Arsenal’s hopes of defending their Champions League crown, with the midfielder’s experience and leadership qualities proving invaluable during the knockout stages of major competitions. Her consistent performances continue to set the standard for everyone around her.
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