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ARSENAL have sold out of bizarre shirts that were inspired by Mikel Arteta’s confusing speech from the club’s All of Nothing documentary.Arteta left his players baffled before last season’s North London derby at the Emirates as he took to the whiteboard and drew a cartoon heart and brain.
Arsenal have sold out of a bizarre shirt based on Mikel Arteta’s weird shirt
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta delivered a bizarre speech before last season’s North London derbyCredit: Amazon Prime Video
The Spanish tactician used that analogy to teach his players how to work together on the pitch.
Arteta was filmed saying: “Guys, we have to play with our big hearts. At the same time, we have to play with a big brain. And these have to work together.
“This is your passion, how your manager wants you to put into the game. How much you want to commit yourself in the game.”
Cameras caught the likes of Bukayo Saka, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Alexandre Lacazette and Albert Sambi Lokonga looking confused.
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But it seems like they may have actually understood Arteta’s weird speech as they ultimately beat rivals Tottenham 3-1.
That is why the club decided to commemorate this speech with a funny shirt that shows Arteta’s cartoons.
The T-shirt, which cost £35, is now sold out with even Arsenal technical director Edu buying one – a development that left the fans divided.
Many fans were left baffled as they were not impressed by the design and took to Twitter to criticise those who spent their hard-earned cash on it.
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One fan tweeted: “Surely nobody over the age of 5 wears that?”
Another posted: “Grown man wearing this would need a slap.”
A third wrote: “Embarrassing.”
But there were also those who liked the shirt and praised Arsenal for their latest initiative.
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Arsenal’s All or Nothing documentary depicted the club’s campaign last season
Some even believe Arteta should pose with one of them next time he faces the press.
One fan posted: “I need this ASAP.”
Another tweeted: “Went to get it for my son, but sadly they were all sold out!!”
And third stated: “In fairness fair play. Would love to see Mikel rocking one of these in the post-match interview.” More

FORMER Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger reunited with some club legends earlier this week for a night out in London.The Frenchman, 72, was pictured with Patrick Vieira, Sol Campbell, Martin Keown, Gilberto Silva and former Gunners chief David Dein.
Gilberto posted this picture on InstagramCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
A group of Arsenal legends reunited in London this weekCredit: Getty
Wenger was in attendance for Dein’s book launchCredit: Getty
Each member of the group played an integral role in Arsenal’s invincible era during the 2003-04 Premier League campaign.
Wenger’s side went on an incredible run of 49 games unbeaten and they are still the only team in Prem history to achieve such a feat.
The picture – which was posted on Instagram by Gilberto – also included Sky Sports presenter Geoff Shreeves.
Everyone involved was in attendance at the launch of Dein’s autobiography – ‘Calling the Shots: How to Win in Football and in Life’.
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Also at the event were Thierry Henry, Ian Wright, Kolo Toure, Jens Lehmann and Lee Dixon.
Each player took to the stage at the Cambridge Theatre in London to reflect on their time at Arsenal.
Wenger – who managed the club for 22 years – spoke out about his departure in 2018 and why he has not returned since.
He said: “I haven’t been there. I think after 22 years, I had arrived at the end of the road, and people wanted a change.
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Wenger admitted that he hasn’t returned to Arsenal since leaving in 2018Credit: Getty
“Then I must say, I was always loyal to the club, and turned many clubs down, because I felt my life was definitely linked to the club.
“The club chose a different direction, that I understand completely.
“And sometimes you need to change completely to have a new start and not me.
“My presence there could have been a problem. So I thought I’d stay away completely, and give the club a chance to rebuild a new connection with a new manager.” More

OLYMPIACOS have made headlines around the world with some stunning last-gasp signings.The club’s owner Evangelos Marinakis had already been very busy rebuilding Nottingham Forest with a whopping 22 new arrivals joining the Premier League newbies.
This is how Olympiacos may line up this season with all their stars
Olympiacos made headlines after signing ex-Real Madrid team-mates Marcelo and James RodriguezCredit: Reuters
But Marinakis wasn’t finished there, as he’s signed 15 new players for Olympiacos, and saved the best for last.
The Greek champions has already made headlines around the world when they landed Real Madrid legend Marcelo, who received a fiery hero’s welcome at the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium.
The Brazilian put pen to paper on a one-year deal, with the option to extend for another one.
But Marinakis, who has been an Olympiacos fan since childhood and has been aspiring to win a European title since taking over in 2010, didn’t stop there.
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The Greek businessman followed it up with Marcelo’s ex-Real team-mate James Rodriguez, who signed up as a free agent on a similar deal.
The star duo join ex-Atletico Madrid ace Sime Vrsaljko as well as Nottingham Forest loanees Josh Bowler and Hwang Ui-jo.

And according to Gate7 International, there might be an even larger Real reunion as goalkeeper Keylor Navas has been offered by Paris Saint-Germain, but a deal seems very hard to complete.
Olympiacos manager Carlos Corberan has a big roster to deal with, which means he has many key decisions to make such as the formation.
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Ex-Huddersfield manager Corberan seems to prefer a 4-2-3-1 system, which would certainly see Navas starting if he also joined – if he didn’t then Tomas Vaclik would definitely remain No1.
Vrsaljko, who had been dealing with injury upon his arrival, could start at right-back with Marcelo on the other side.
Ex-Arsenal ace Sokratis Papastathopoulos could line up at centre-back alongside Pape Abou Cisse, who has been previously linked with Newcastle, Everton, Leicester, Arsenal and Liverpool.
However, the likes of Kostas Manolas, Panagiotis Retsos and Ousseynou Ba are also gunning for those positions.
Former Sunderland star Yann M’Vila may link up with Hwang In-beom in midfield with Pep Biel, who registered a whopping 18 goals and 15 assists in 47 matches with Copenhagen last season, at No10.
English talent Bowler could start in the right wing with James on the other side, while Youssef El Arabi – famous for registering a total of three goals in four matches against Arsenal – could lead the line.
Macelo joined Olympiacos on a one-year deal with the option to extendCredit: EPA
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ARSENAL are set to go back in for Mykhaylo Mudryk after being put off by Shakhtar Donetsk’s asking price in the summer, according to reports. The Gunners looked close to landing the winger in the weeks before the window shut.
Mykhaylo Mudryk has impressed both domestically and in Europe this seasonCredit: Getty
Personal terms had reportedly been agreed as Mikel Arteta looked to secure a potential star of the future.
But the move never came about – and it seems price was an issue.
Fabrizio Romano suggested Shakhtar were asking for more money than Arsenal were willing to pay.
However, the transfer insider added the London club have not ended their pursuit.
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Speaking about the Ukrainian player, he told CBS’ Football Podcast: “I think in the future there is a chance for Arsenal, but not only Arsenal.
“In August, they had some conversations with the agents of Mudryk, but then, when they knew about the price tag, way more than €30m [£26m], they decided not to bid.”
Mudryk is a rising star in Europe and showcased his talent to British audiences yesterday with a well-taken goal against Celtic.
The 21-year-old cancelled out an own goal which gave the Scottish side the lead as he got in behind full-back Josip Juranovic.
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He then lifted his shot over Joe Hart to make it 1-1.
Mudryk also scored last week as the side from Ukraine destroyed RB Leipzig 4-1.
In a boost for Arsenal fans, the winger also admitted earlier this month that he “can’t say no” if the club came in for him. More

ARSENAL return to Premier League action this weekend with the opportunity to get back to winning ways against Brentford.The Gunners last Premier League fixture – now almost two weeks ago – was the 3-1 defeat to Manchester United, where a lack of clinical finishing ultimately cost them their 100 per cent record.
This is how Arsenal could line up to face Brentford
Thomas Partey has been spotted back in Arsenal trainingCredit: Getty
But looking ahead to their visit to the Gtech Community Stadium, Arsenal will be fully rested and have some big players returning from injury.
Defensive midfielder Thomas Partey could make his return to the squad after resuming training following a thigh injury.
Brentford have already proved themselves to be a threatening side this season, with their 4-0 humbling of Manchester United on matchday two laying down a big marker.
And Arsenal will need to bring the full breadth of their squad to bear to claim victory and consolidate their top four push.
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SunSport predicts a return for most of the players rested in their 2-1 win away at FC Zurich.
Aaron Ramsdale should return between the sticks after Matt Turner’s debut had some shaky moments.
William Saliba and Gabriel will form the heart of defence, but full-back will provide the biggest selection dilemma for Mikel Arteta.
However, we predict Takehiro Tomiyasu will make his first start in the Premier League in favour of Ben White, while Oleksandr Zinchenko will play at left back to offer Arsenal control down the left side.
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Partey and Granit Xhaka will resume their midfield partnership, with club captain Martin Odegaard in his usual more advanced role.
The front three will also be a return to familiarity, with Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus all playing.
Brentford will not be pushovers, and the in-form new England star Ivan Toney will need to be kept in check throughout the match.
Arteta’s side have already overcome tough away tests against the likes of Crystal Palace, but Brentford’s more direct style has caused them problems in the past.
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Earlier this week, Arsenal released their 25-man Premier League squad which they will persist with up until at least the January transfer window.
There were no shock omissions but there was one shock inclusion with the naming of George Lewis. More

ARSENAL have released their 25-man Premier League squad and it’s not short of surprises.Manager Mikel Arteta didn’t make any shock omissions but there are some surprise picks involved.
Arsenal have revealed their full Premier League squad for the seasonCredit: Getty
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta included a couple of surprise additionsCredit: Getty
One of them is 22-year-old George Lewis, who has been added to the main list even though he has yet to make a senior appearance.
Lewis joined the Gunners in 2020 from Norwegian outfit Fram Larvik and has since been playing for the Under-21s.
The winger started strong with the reserves as he scored in a friendly against rivals Tottenham before adding another goal and assist in his first three competitive games of the 2020-2021 season.
But a couple of injury setbacks prevented him from having a further impact.
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That also cost him a loan move that would have helped him gain more first-team football experience.
However, Lewis was still offered a new contract this summer and signed a one-year deal.
The 22-year-old can’t be included in the Under-21 list so this could be his final chance with the North Londoners.
Lewis is joined by fellow Arsenal academy ace Matt Smith, 21, in the main squad.
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Midfielder Smith, who has played as captain in the Under-21 side, is also still waiting for his first senior appearance.
Other key players, such as Bukayo Saka, William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli are on the Under-21 list.
Here is who Arteta named for his Premier League squad this season:
Cedric Soares, Gabriel Magalhaes, Mohamed Elneny, Gabriel Jesus, Fabio Vieira, Rob Holding, George Lewis, Reiss Nelson, Eddie Nketiah, Martin Odegaard, Thomas Partey, Aaron Ramsdale, Albert Sambi Lokonga, Matt Smith, Emile Smith Rowe, Kieran Tierney, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Matt Turner, Ben White, Granit Xhaka, Oleksandr Zinchenko More