He came. He saw. He conquered!! It gives us Gooners great happiness and a sense of pride when one of “our own” achieves something big. Whether it is a title win or an individual honour, or somewhere far away a small achievement earned. Anyone who is or was associated with the club, a loyal member of the family always gets our recognition for it. Though the player I am going to talk about did not win a long list of titles at the Emirates, his contribution through our rebuilding phase has been unforgettable. He signed for Arsenal from Borussia Dortmund on the 23rd May 2006 and the stadium was opened on the 22nd of July, that very year, which signifies his special connection with the club. The youngest and oldest player ever to brace the Euros with his presence and that is just the icing on the cake. Tomas Rosicky!!
Still remember the 19 emotional minutes that he played last season, as he replaced Nigerian international Alex Iwobi in the 2-1 win over Burnley in the FA Cup back in February. The 35 year old had said he was lost for words when talking to the club’s official website.
“It was unbelievable, something I didn’t expect. Since the moment I started to warm up on the sidelines, it was exceptional. Honestly, I had tears in my eyes after being such a long time out.”
Rosicky came on the pitch with cheers all around, getting the respect that he deserved for his dedication and loyalty to the club. It was a proud moment as we stood up to salute the man, who had given us so many memories over the years.
After a knee injury took away seven months of his career, the player fought hard to make an appearance, one last time. One last moment, the rush of adrenaline as he walked on to the pitch to play in a “RED AND WHITE”.
Injuries and Arsenal have had an intense romance in the last decade or so, yet not many have remained in north London to fight for a place in the team over the years.
When he moved to England, Rosicky was one of the best in the continent and everyone wanted to sign him. Franz Beckenbauer urged Bayern Munich to sign him, while Pavel Nedved, wanted him at Juventus alongside Emerson and Patrick Vieira. With Atletico Madrid not considering him good enough and Dortmund a small club, his one-way ticket to Spain was eventually canceled.
The Czech Republic coach in 2004, Karel Bruckner had suggested, “There have been about 70 clubs interested.” Such was the “charisma” of the man they called “THE LITTLE MOZART”, for his unique ability to “orchestrate” the midfield.
That season Wenger had won the double with Arsenal back then, while Rosicky was collecting back-to-back Footballer of the Year honours, along with the Czech Golden Ball in 2002. With Dortmund winning the Bundesliga for the sixth time in nearly half a century along with the UEFA Cup runners-up place, a union in the future was in place.
When the 20 year midfielder initially moved to Germany from Sparta Prague at the start of 2001, the club had to pay €23.3m(£18m), which was a huge amount at that time. He started off with a bang in his debut season at his new club, scoring twice and creating three more, as his team won five in a row in August.
Though there were many ups and downs in the days to come, the player helped the German outfit achieve what not many had thought was possible, prior to his exit from the club, making history everywhere he went.
We were just so lucky to witness such a magician play for us, represent us at the top level. He came to us at his best, stayed with us through our tough times and grew into a respected veteran. Though, he had his issues with injuries, he was a pillar that held the club together when Arsenal needed it the most.
Anyone who played with him would say that Rosicky was and will always be one of the best they could have played with, which he showcased with the effort that he put in the Euros as well, prior to his injury. The man gave it his all every single time he went on to the pitch and he shall forever remain in our hearts!!
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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