The kids are alright
05 January 2010
Written off for the title, decimated by injuries, and reeling from high profile summer exits, Arsenal’s faith in its wealth of young talent has been sorely tested this season.
Guided by Arsene Wenger’s devotion to playing the beautiful game, the new generation vindicated their manager’s unwavering football philosophy by stepping up when it mattered.
Carlos Vela has shown flashes of the creative genius under Eduardo’s tutelage, Jack Wilshere’s eased into his attacking pre-season form, and Alex Song’s emergence as a midfield enforcer has been instrumental in ...
Arsene Wenger's Deadly Five highlights
01 July 2008
Nike camera crews scoured Powerleague pitches up and down the UK so Arsene Wenger could find the best Deadly Five teams in the country – and invite them along for a day of personalised coaching.
After sessions spent sharpening their shooting and touch play with the Arsenal legend, the ...