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Bitter rivals, sweet victory

BLOG_AU — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:41:20 GMT

Cesc stands in the centre circle. His first North London derby as captain. His team 1-0 up. Time to kill the game.

The match re-starts. Cesc bursts out of the traps. Steals the ball, dances past one player, two, three. Then, with the goal at his mercy, calmly strokes the ball home.

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Cesc Fabregas: Total Control

BLOG_AU — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:58:55 GMT

At the heart of the game stands the playmaker. The one whose first touch is already the start of the second. Who creates space out of chaos. Who sees runs no-one else sees or imagines. The one to whom precision is the norm and the spectacular expected. The one the other players look back to when their shot hits the net.

Watch Cesc take total control.

In total control

BLOG_AU — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:18:06 GMT

The CTR360 is the ultimate control boot. Developed for players who pull the midfield strings. Players who specialise in killer through-balls. Players like Cesc.

On Saturday, Cesc wore the CTR360 for the first time, getting a chance to see how the boot would improve his game.

Over 90 minutes Cesc gave a stunning masterclass in the art of midfield play – setting up four of Arsenal’s six goals and netting one himself. No arguments who made the difference.

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CTR360 is ready for action

BLOG_AU — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:02:41 GMT

How do you make Cesc, Iniesta and Mascherano even better?

Give them a boot specifically developed for their game.

So this week, we gave the players who pull the strings in midfield, the ultimate control boot. One built to spark counter attacks, play defence-splitting passes, to dominate the game – the CTR360.

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Control is everything

BLOG_AU — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:28:24 GMT

You don’t need to score to change games. It’s all about pulling the strings.

On Saturday, Cesc showed the impact of his game-winning control as his inch-perfect through-ball laid on the goal that won the three points.

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T-90 Ascente Testing – Arsenal

BLOG_AU — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 04:32:23 GMT

Date: 04.02.09
Location: London Colney
Weather conditions: Extremely cold. Temperature range from -5C to +5C. Conditions changed from sunny, blue skies to cloudy with snow and rain.
Pitch conditions: Ploughed snow. Ground soggy but firm.
Players and staff: Abou Diaby, Nicklas Bendtner, Jack Wilshere, William Gallas, Denilson, Eduardo, Mikael Sylvestre, Carlos Vela, Alexandre Song, Lukas Fabianski, Manuel Almunia, Arsene Wenger.

Tester’s notes
Freezing conditions. Heaviest snowfall in 18 yrs. Balls inflated to 12.5 psi exactly. Arsene had a juggle & some one-touches w Paul Johnson. “It’s good, it’s lively.” The keepers... Almunia worried. “Not good for goalkeepers. Again!” Sorry Manuel. (Great for fans though.) Team session. Wilshere : “Yeah, it feels good on the touch.” Shooting session: Ball flight and rotation were true. Some spectacular long-range shots. Get ready Premier League – spectacular goals are coming.

It’s More Than A Game

BLOG_AU — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:17:27 GMT

In a clip not broadcast on TV, see Cesc take on super-fan Tony Thomson at Pro Evolution Soccer. It's Arsenal v Barcelona with Sky Sports very own Chris Kamara on commentary. Who will the take the glory? Will Cesc score as himself? Will Chris shave that tache?

Have You Got What It Takes?

BLOG_AU — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 02:24:24 GMT

Making it at the top level is a tough ask. With thousands of talented players looking for their big break, it's up to football scouts to scour the world and spot the best talent first. Find out what the likes of Barcelona and Arsenal look for in a player.

Young Gun

BLOG_AU — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 06:51:51 GMT

Cesc's football career started at the age of 10 at Mataro in Spain. See how the young Fabregas rose through the ranks, going on to Barcelona before joining North London giants Arsenal. Plus hear what coaches and players from his early days think of the midfielder.

The Killer Touch

BLOG_AU — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 05:05:39 GMT

Just how good is Cesc's touch? In this challenge, Nicklas Bendtner and rising young star Ary help put the Spanish midfielder's skill to the test. Who can kill the ball dead on the spot and take the glory?

How to Build a Footballer

BLOG_AU — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:15:57 GMT

When a manager of the calibre of Arsene Wenger takes time to tell you the key to becoming a truly great player like Cesc Fabregas, you listen. See what the great man had to say on commitment and the desire to improve.

The Inside Opinion

BLOG_AU — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 05:37:22 GMT

Find out what highly decorated Arsenal old boys Michael Thomas, Paul Merson, and team-mate Phillippe Senderos think of Cesc's ability, the modern game and Arsenal's chances of silverware next season.

Next Level: Behind the scenes

BLOG_AU — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:47:51 GMT

You've seen the TV ad as it followed the evolution of a non-league player into a European star. Now watch the banter flow behind the scenes as the likes of Cesc Fabregas, Cristiano Ronaldo, Ruud Van Nistelrooy and Wesley Sneijder give their advice on how to make next season your best.

Cesc Breaks His Duck

BLOG_AU — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:35:54 GMT

Scoring for your new club is a great moment for any player. For Cesc it was the merest of touches that meant he got the glory, not team-mate Gilberto. Find out how the midfielder felt opening his account, hear what he rates as his favourite Arsenal goal so far and see a selection of his best strikes.

Cesc Plays With His Head

BLOG_AU — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:23:19 GMT

Even players as great as Fabregas have weak spots. Arsenal legends Paul Merson, Michael Thomas and teammate Phillippe Senderos join Cesc to help the Spanish midfielder improve his heading. If he hits the target, the whole studio audience wins the new Arsenal kit. No pressure.