One of the most humiliating scorelines in the history of English football was when Manchester United defeated Arsenal on the 28th of August 2011. The Gunners would want to forget this dreadful day whereas the United fans will remember it their whole life. However, almost five years have passed and since then many things have changed. Let us take a look at where those 22 players are now.
Manchester United
David De Gea – The goalkeeper has become a favorite player for the Red devils as he has been one of the best keepers in the premier league. He still plays for United in-spite of repetitive interest from Real Madrid.
Chris Smalling – The 26-year-old center back is now an established first team player for Man United.
Phil Jones – Jones has had a small amount of instability with Man United lately but he still remains with the club as a center back alternative.
Jonny Evans – The former Man United defender currently plays for West Brom and did not have a good spell with United for long. Ironically, though, Arsenal are currently showing interest in signing him.
Patrice Evra – After a long successful stint, the left back moved away from United and currently plays for Juventus FC and is often the first choice left back.
Nani – After the departure of Ronaldo, Nani was the key winger for United but did not have the same impact as his fellow country mate did. At the moment, he plays for Spanish side Valencia.
Anderson – The Brazilian midfielder moved to Italian side Fiorentina in 2014 on a loan and in 2015 moved to his country to play for Internacional club.
Tom Cleverley – The 26-year-old English midfielder impressed many during his time at United but could not maintain his position with the club and now plays for Everton FC.
Ashley Young – The winger still plays for Man United and is 31 now. However, he is not the as threatening as he was five years ago and with the arrival of new players might not fancy his chances in the starting line-up.
Danny Welbeck – He is on the other end of the score line at the moment. But his performances improved after his arrival at Arsenal.
Wayne Rooney – The skipper is still a prominent figure in the United line-up and it will be interesting to see how he performs this time around.
Arsenal
Wojciech Szczesny – The Polish goalkeeper moved to AS Roma after a successful stint with the Gunners.
Carl Jenkinson – The right back is 24 now and still enjoys playing for the Gunners. He did have injury troubles on and off but when he is fit he is a valuable asset.
Johan Djourou – The defensive midfielder/defender moved to Hamburg in 2014 and continues to play in the Bundesliga.
Laurent Koscielny – The 30-year-old French defender is an important part of the Arsenal back four and has improved tremendously in the past five years.
Armand Traoré – The 26-year-old was a product of the Arsenal academy but after a decline in his performances, he moved to Queens park rangers in 2011.
Aaron Ramsey – The Welsh powerhouse is one of the key players for Arsenal at the moment and is at the heart of the midfield.
Francis Coquelin – This match was the debut for Coquelin and it was a debut he would want to forget. He continues to play for the Gunners in the defensive midfield.
Tomas Rosicky – The Czech midfielder spent almost a decade at Arsenal and was one of the best. He is currently a free agent.
Theo Walcott – The 27-year-old winger continues to play for the Gunners. He has had a mix of highs and lows at the club.
Robin van Persie – The Dutch striker who was the star for Arsenal moved to their rivals United and had a successful stint over there as well. Currently, he plays for Turkish side Fenerbahce.
Andrey Arshavin – The Russian winger had a decline in his form which forced a move away to Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2012 and currently plays for FC Kairat in the Kazakhstan premiere league.
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!
Arsenal Dragon
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.
Arsenal
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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