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Columns written in Fan columns during 2008:
Fan columns | Five key issues facing Arsenal this summer
8 May 2008, Michael Strevens
It promises to be an eventful summer at Arsenal as we seek to build on the progress made over the last year. Michael Strevens highlights five key issues facing the club between now and August.
»»»Fan columns | Arsenal need to add players, not lose them
30 April 2008, Seth Jennings
A third season has now passed without silverware. Seth Singh Jennings argues that if next season is to bring an end to this barren run, the club must keep hold of this campaign’s success stories.
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Fan columns | Looking for a leader
29 April 2008, Andrew Carey
As the season winds down, Andrew Carey scrutinizes the psychological state of the current squad, and assesses how the need for leadership might impact summer transfer activity. »»»
AL Editorial | Reader's survey
21 April 2008, Darren Bowser
The inaugural Arsenal-land reader's survey. »»»
Match Reports | Where there's a Wilshere there's way!
15 April 2008, Ant Hartman
The Reserves notch up their biggest win of the season while Denilson returns from injury and Jack Wilshere shows the Underhill crowd why he's considered hot property. Reporter Ant Hartman watches on.
»»»Match Reports | Traore wonder-strike secures derby draw
8 April 2008, Ant Hartman
A superb strike from Armand Traore helps the young guns hold on for a draw against their North London rivals.
»»»AL Editorial | 'Champion eleven' lack squad resources
7 April 2008, Darren Bowser
Editor Darren Bowser reviews the first 16 to examine whether the team have enough 'champion' players capable to claim the title and concludes whilst they do the squad strength has counted against them this term.
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Fan columns | Looking for the silver lining.
4 April 2008, Helen Gallery
Following the disastrous last few weeks, Arsenal's chances of winning silverware now seem slim at best. Helen Gallery reflects on recent events, and wonders if, all things considered, things might not be as bad as we all thought they were.
»»»AL Editorial | Arsenal well-placed to beat Liverpool in second leg
3 April 2008, Lenny Antonelli
After last night's 1-1 draw at the Emirates, Lenny Antonelli looks at Arsenal's chances of progressing to the Champions League semi finals. »»»
AL Editorial | Plenty for Arsenal fans to be excited about
27 March 2008, Lenny Antonelli
In the aftermath of Sunday's defeat to Chelsea, Lenny Antonelli examines the state of the squad and concludes that only a few careful additions are needed to turn Wenger's title challengers into Champions. »»»
Fan columns | Success is a commodity, but does Wenger realise it?
26 March 2008, Seth Jennings
Barring a miraculous turn around, Sunday’s 2-1 defeat at the hands of Chelsea looks to have ended Arsenal’s Premiership challenge. Seth Singh Jennings asks whether the time is now right for Wenger to re-evaluate his transfer strategy and bring in some genuine match winners.
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Fan columns | Disastrous part 1 leaves a formidable challenge ahead
18 March 2008, Neil Payne
Neil Payne looks at why cracks have appeared in Arsenal’s title challenge and looks for solutions to address the alarming slump in form.
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Fan columns | Title race has plenty more twists and turns ahead
16 March 2008, Lenny Antonelli
Yesterday's draw with Middlesbrough has left many Arsenal fans convinced Man United are now clear favourites for title, but the reality isn't quite that simple, writes Lenny Antonelli »»»
Fan columns | San Siro triumph must instil confidence, not complacency
7 March 2008, Seth Jennings
Seth Singh Jennings considers the significance of the Milan result and the impact it might have on the remainder of Arsenal’s season.
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Fan columns | Is Gallas up to the captaincy?
4 March 2008, Seth Jennings
In light of recent events, Seth Singh Jennings asks whether William Gallas is the right man to captain Arsenal. »»»
AL Editorial | Villa tie can be moment of truth
29 February 2008, Darren Bowser
Editor Darren Bowser previews the Aston Villa tie highlighting the potential importance of the result and performance for the prospects for the remainder of the campaign. »»»
Fan columns | Intentional or otherwise, Eduardo still has a broken leg
27 February 2008, Helen Gallery
Following the horrific injury sustained by Eduardo da Silva on Saturday, Helen Gallery contemplates dangerous tackling in the game, and questions whether intent has to be malicious to have the same results.
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AL Editorial | Give Theo the chance to step into Eduardo's shoes
27 February 2008, Michael Strevens
As Eduardo's injury continues to cast a shadow over the club, Theo Walcott's first league goals for the club have all but slipped under the radar. With our attacking options now stretched like never before, Michael Strevens believes that Theo could be coming into form at just the right time. »»»
AL Editorial | The "destructive, ugly mentality" that broke Eduardo's leg
24 February 2008, Lenny Antonelli
Eduardo's injury may have been the result of a Martin Taylor challenge, but its real cause was an ugly attitude that lies at the heart of Premiership football. Our forum member Arcaliea summed this up eloquently in the aftermath of yesterday's game. »»»
AL Editorial | Murder Milan and all will be forgiven
20 February 2008, Michael Strevens
Arsenal will be desperate to get Saturday's humiliation of their system and have the perfect opportunity to do so against Milan tonight. Michael Strevens previews the big game.
»»»Fan columns | Manuel's time to shine
20 February 2008, Andrew Carey
Andrew Carey argues it's time to say a fond "auf wiedersehen" to Jens Lehmann, and let Almunia deputize between the posts for the remainder of the season, and possibly beyond.
»»»AL Editorial | Response to Old Trafford thumping could determine our season
17 February 2008, Lenny Antonelli
How Arsene Wenger's side respond to yesterday's embarrassment in Manchester will be crucial to the outcome of the title race, writes Lenny Antonelli »»»
Referendum | Should Wenger prioritise his playing resources?
15 February 2008, Darren Bowser
In this month's referendum feature we ask our readers whether the manager should priortise the playing resources for the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup competitions.
»»»Fan columns | The wrong shade of red?
15 February 2008, Helen Gallery
In anticipation of the FA Cup tie against Manchester United tomorrow, Helen Gallery considers the trials and tribulations of being a female Arsenal fan in Manchester. »»»
AL Editorial | Senderos, Walcott, Diaby - Their time will come
7 February 2008, Darren Bowser
Showing huge promise the likes of Senderos, Diaby and Walcott have delighted and frustrated in equal measure. Editor Darren Bowser considers the effect of fan expectation and predicts a bright future with the backing of the Arsenal faithful.
»»»AL Editorial | Hold on to your seats Gooners, the title run-in is here
5 February 2008, Lenny Antonelli
Arsenal may have moved two points clear of Man Utd on Saturday, but fans would be foolish to breathe easy. This is just the latest twist in a gripping title race that is only beginning to heat up, writes Lenny Antonelli »»»
Fan columns | Can Wenger solve the worries over Walcott?
28 January 2008, Neil Payne
It has been two years since Theo Walcott joined Arsenal. Neil Payne analyses why the anticipated progress has not materialised.
»»»AL Editorial | The season so far and prospects for success
28 January 2008, Darren Bowser
Half way through the season the club are significantly ahead of expectation, Arsenal-Land editor Darren Bowser asks columnists Andrew Carey, Helen Gallery and Neil Payne for their views on the season so far and the prospects for success to come. »»»
Fan columns | There's no 'i' in team - but there is in United!
27 January 2008, Seth Jennings
Seth Singh Jennings takes a look at how things are progressing this season and considers whether or not Arsenal’s reliance on team play can aid the fight for silverware over the next few months. »»»
Fan columns | Kop chaos shows us just how lucky we are
22 January 2008, Ari Last
As events off the field continue to destabilise Liverpool, Ari Last is grateful that Arsenal appear to have avoided the same fate and argues that the directors deserve as much praise as the players for the club's achievements. »»»
Competitions | Win four Arsenal FC book titles
22 January 2008, Darren Bowser
Win four Arsenal FC book titles in association with Octopus Publishing. Titles include: Arsenal (Extraordinary Images of an Amazing club), Official Illustrated History of Arsenal, Arsenal Premiership Player Profiles and The All-new Official Arsenal Miscellany. »»»
Fan columns | The window of opportunity
15 January 2008, Helen Gallery
The January transfer window is upon us, along with the inevitable media circus it brings. Helen Gallery reflects upon the effect it may have on the club, and whether this is a good thing, or a bad one... »»»
Match Reports | Young guns pay for their costly errors
8 January 2008, Ant Hartman
Despite certain players giving their best performances of the season, Arsenal's youngsters make some telling mistakes at the back. Ant Hartman watches on. »»»
Fan columns | Numbers adding up for Arsenal
5 January 2008, Lenny Antonelli
Lenny Antonelli compares Arsenal's stats this season with those from our other eleven seasons under Arsenal Wenger, and finds that the numbers are looking good for a strong title push. »»»
Competitions | Win unique edition of the Arsenal Opus
4 January 2008, Darren Bowser
Win a personalised copy of the Arsenal Opus in a association with 02.
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Fan columns | Future looks bright after difficult December
1 January 2008, Andrew Carey
The new year brings with it renewed optimism for Andrew Carey, who reviews Arsenal's performances over December and finds several positives which could carry the Gunners on to glory in May. »»»
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