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Arsenal, Liverpool And Chelsea Stars Feature In The Team Of The Season
GK: Asmir Begovic (Stoke City)
A tough choice behind the increasingly impressive Artur Boruc of Southampton, but witnessing the Bosnian’s imperious performance against West Bromwich Albion first hand and the fact that he is currently Stoke’s joint top scorer (somewhat remarkably) at this point in the season means that Begovic gets the nod. Commanding, intelligent and a fantastic reflex goalkeeper, Begovic has been in fantastic form pretty much since breaking into the first team at the Britannia.
RB: Nathaniel Clyne (Southampton)
One of two Southampton players in the team, Nathaniel Clyne is starting to show his real Premier League credentials, and his potential to be a consistent England international. Speedy, hard working and effective supporting attacks, Clyne has really come into his own after a solid first season at St Mary’s. A key cog in a very impressive Southampton unit, perhaps some of the Premier League’s more established right backs like Kyle Walker and Branislav Ivanovic should be taking notes.
CB: Winston Reid (West Ham United)
Perhaps a more controversial choice, however Winston Reid is a player I have long been an admirer of, and his start to the season has been eye-catching. Quick (or at least quick for a centre back) mobile and strong, Reid is a key part of West Ham’s stern defence. He also has the knack of popping up with key goals for his side, most notably this season in the Hammers spectacular 3-0 win at White Hart Lane this season.
CB: Dejan Lovren (Southampton)
The second of two Southampton defenders on the list and perhaps the shining star of one of the sternest defences in Europe (at this point in the season conceding only 4 goals). The Croatian has shown himself to be a solid and skilful defender, scoring a vital goal in Southampton’s impressive win at Anfield and proving a worthy adversary for any strike force he has come up against. He has thus far more than justified his hefty £8.5million transfer fee, and looks to be one of the signings of the season.
LB: Leighton Baines (Everton)
In my opinion not just the best left back in the Premier League, but arguably the best left back in the world at the moment. Dangerous set plays and delivery, very dangerous going forward and capable of scoring a goal whilst remaining one of the best defensive players in the league. A shoe in at left back for Hodgson in Brazil this summer, Baines, now approaching the peak of his career, should enjoy
RM: Andros Townsend (Tottenham)
From being the man with more loans to his name than Wonga.com, Townsend has come on leaps and bounds to become an established member of the Spurs first team. Building on an impressive season in an ultimately doomed QPR side last term, Townsend’s pace, skill and wicked delivery has seen him burst onto the scene on both a domestic and international level that would have been unforeseeable 12 months ago.
CM: Aaron Ramsey (Arsenal)
Undisputedly the best player in the Premier League this season so far. Ramsey has been nothing short of a revelation, and has been in the form of his life so far this term. Epitomising the resurgent Arsenal side of which he has been such a vital part, Ramsey’s industriousness, impressive goal tally and string of imperious performances has seen even £42million signing Mesut Ozil somewhat eclipsed. If Ramsey carries on the way he is going, expect him to be on the receiving end of quite a few accolades at the end of this season- both for his team, and personally.
CM: Yaya Toure (Manchester City)
Consistently one of the best players not only in the Premier League, but the world since his arrival- Toure’s behemoth presence in the centre of Manchester City’s midfield is one of startling nature. A player blessed with great strength, drive and passing range, Toure has been showing just what a class act he is so far this season- and has scored a fair few eye-catching free kicks to boot.
LM: Oscar (Chelsea)
Another more established Premier League player, despite his tender age, Oscar has been the standout figure amongst Chelsea’s wealth of attacking midfielders. A skilful player, whose vision and movement cause problems for opposition, Oscar seems to be filling the all-important boots that Juan Mata filled last season. One would expect him to go on to play a key role, not only for Chelsea, but also for Brazil at the World Cup.
ST: Daniel Sturridge (Liverpool)
One worried for Liverpool’s strike force at the start of the season without the effervescent Luis Suarez leading the line. However, Daniel Sturridge has more than stepped up, and we are finally seeing what he can really do. Joint top scorer in the league with 8 goals, Sturridge is a player who can cause impact on big games- with his pace and finishing ability.
ST: Sergio Aguero (Manchester City)
With 8 goals and 4 assists already to his name his season (thusly making him a God for fantasy football players nationwide), Aguero is doing everything to consolidate his position as arguably the most gifted forward in the Premier League. Quick, deceptively strong, very clever and technically brilliant- Aguero is the complete package. Aguero tearing apart Man United and Norwich City in Man City’s spectacular 4-1 and 7-0 wins respectively have got to be two of the performances of the season.
Honourable Mentions: Artur Boruc, Branislav Ivanovic, Morgan Schneiderlin, Adnan Januzaj and Olivier Giroud
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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