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Kai Havertz trolls Bernd Leno after Chelsea’s friendly win over Arsenal

Kai Havertz trolls Bernd Leno after Chelsea’s friendly win over Arsenal

Premier League
Kai Havertz couldn’t resist the chance to remind Bernd Leno that he put one past him after scoring in Chelsea’s pre-season victory over Arsenal on Sunday. The Chelsea player scored the opening goal in the first half as he rifled his effort past Leno. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Granit Xhaka pulled Arsenal level in the second half but an error from Hector Bellerin gifted Chelsea the win as his pass fell straight into Tammy Abraham’s path, who finished low past the Arsenal keeper. Havertz played alongside Leno at Bayer Leverkusen and the Germany national team - the midfielder sent a reminder to the Arsenal goalie on Instagram by tagging him in his celebration picture. Speaking after Chelsea’s 2-1 win, Thomas Tuchel insisted that his team were deserve...
‘Difficult to play against’ – Bernd Leno reveals Arsenal players hate facing ‘bitter’ Antonio Rudiger

‘Difficult to play against’ – Bernd Leno reveals Arsenal players hate facing ‘bitter’ Antonio Rudiger

Premier League
Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno says the gunners squad are in agreement that it is ‘difficult to play against’ Chelsea central defender Antonio Rudiger. Rudiger looked set to leave Stamford Bridge last summer window after being pushed down the pecking order of centre-backs at Chelsea under Frank Lampard. Article continues below      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the 28-year-old defender has established himself as a key member of the Chelsea team since Thomas Tuchel took over at the end of January. The German star has formed a part of a compact Chelsea defence which has already kept 18 clean sheets in 26 matches under Tuchel. Arsenal shot-stopper Leno – Rudiger’s fellow Germany international – recently conceded he wants his Arsenal team-mates to ...
Bernd Leno blasts Arsenal teammates & criticises Arteta’s ‘slow’ tactics

Bernd Leno blasts Arsenal teammates & criticises Arteta’s ‘slow’ tactics

Premier League
Bernd Leno has criticised Arsenal’s recent displays, slamming the attitude and work rate of his teammates as well as their approach in matches – though does not blame Mikel Arteta. The club have endured a poor run of form, losing their last four home matches in the League, and currently sit in 15th position. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); When quizzed about the mounting pressure on Arteta, Leno said: ‘That’s not an issue at all. The coach is the least reason for us being in this situation. ‘If you look at how we sometimes walked around on the pitch, then the only fault lies with the players. I have to say that honestly. ‘We get red cards, make mistakes, are disorganised. These are things that we have clearly addressed a thousand times. In the end, that’s...
Arteta fires warning to Bernd Leno & Arsenal players after mistake vs Rapid Vienna

Arteta fires warning to Bernd Leno & Arsenal players after mistake vs Rapid Vienna

Premier League
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal still need to improve the way they play from the back after Bernd Leno’s error against Rapid Vienna, sending a warning to the goalie to pick ‘the right moments’ to do it. Arsenal have had success building from the back under Arteta but were undone by it in Austria, with Leno gifting possession to their opponents and allowing Taxiarchis Fountas give Rapid the lead. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, David Luiz levelled the scores with a header before Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang came off the bench to secure a 2-1 victory and all three points in their first Europa League game of the season. While Arteta has previously defended his philosophy of playing from the back, he conceded after Leno’s mistake that there is a right time ...
Arsenal handed huge Bernd Leno injury boost

Arsenal handed huge Bernd Leno injury boost

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Arsenal keeper Bernd Leno has managed to avoid serious ligament damage to his knee and could return to the club’s training in four weeks, the gunners have confirmed. Leno was stretchered off in the game against Brighton and it was feared he would miss around nine months of football action. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But ahead of their game against Southampton on Thursday, Arsenal announced the injury is not as bad as first feared. A statement read: ‘Right knee. Positive news after detailed assessments. Sustained moderate ligament sprain during Brighton & Hove (a) on Saturday. Aiming to return to full training in four to six weeks.’ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Leno was in pain when he landed awkwardly on his ri...
Mikel Arteta blames his Arsenal team after Bernd Leno’s costly mistake

Mikel Arteta blames his Arsenal team after Bernd Leno’s costly mistake

Premier League
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have to lift Bernd Leno’s spirits after the goalkeeper’s mistake cost the Gunners dearly in their 2-1 defeat to Chelsea. Arsenal were leading through Aubameyang’s first-half header with seven minutes to play when Leno rushed out to claim Mount’s free kick, missed, and left Jorginho with a simple finish. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Minutes later, Tammy Abraham turned smartly and finished through his legs to turn the game around and leave the gunners on a terrible run of record-breaking proportions. “He will be down,” Arteta said of Leno. “When an error costs the team points, it's harder. We have to lift him. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “He's done a really good job since he joined this f...
Berno Leno admits he is frustrated with Unai Emery

Berno Leno admits he is frustrated with Unai Emery

Premier League, Bundesliga, Transfer Info
Bernd Leno admits his frustration at the lack of playing opportunities since his summer transfer from Bayer Leverkusen. Unai Emery sanctioned a £19million deal for the Germany international but the 26-year-old has been forced to play behind Petr Cech in the pecking order who has started all five of Arsenal ’s Premier League matches so far this season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Leno made his debut in last night’s 4-2 win over Vorskla Poltava in the Europa League, but will almost likely return to the bench for Sunday’s game against Everton. ‘I came to the club to play every game,’ he said. ‘But I think to move to a bigger club, another country, it needs maybe a little bit of time. It is a bit frustrating but I keep calm and work very hard to improve...
Arsenal to announce £20m signing of Bernd Leno

Arsenal to announce £20m signing of Bernd Leno

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to announce the signing of goalkeeper Bernd Leno in the coming days. The Bayer Leverkusen has been linked with a move away from Bundesliga this summer, with Liverpool and Napoli seen as potential suitors. A move to Napoli did seem to be all but sealed after Leverkusen admitted the stopper had an agreement with the team. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, SportBild claim Arsenal have won the race for the German and expect Leno to take over from Petr Cech. Leno will cost £20m and Arsenal are close to coming to an agreement with the player and Leverkusen. Cech has just one year left on his current Arsenal contract and Unai Emery is expected to ease the Czech international out of the club in the next 12 months. ...
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