Bob Wilson introduces Willow
Willow is the only national charity working with seriously ill young adults aged 16 to 40 to fulfil uplifting and unforgettable Special Days. Founded by former Arsenal goalkeeper and TV…
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Back at the Emirates – real or surreal?
It’s brilliant. Let’s get that straight from the start. It’s almost magical being inside the stadium, watching a real match, able to chant and cheer without feeling stupid about doing…
AISA RESPONSE TO ARSENAL’S TICKETING PLANS FOR SEASON 2026/27
Following Arsenal’s announcement of its ticketing policy for men’s matches next season, AISA issued the following statement. AISA has been party to discussions with the club as we are represented…
RUN TO RAISE FUNDS FOR WILLOW
The Willow Foundation’s 10k run takes place in October. If you think you can crack it, click the link beklow for more details and how to enter. Good luck!
30 May 1995: The passing of the wonderful Ted Drake
Ted Drake’s trophy cabinet contained two league winner’s medals, an FA Cup winner’s medal and five caps for England. And yet he was so much more than that. Some reports…
Murals, banners and posters
If you’re arriving or leaving the stadium from the Holloway Road side, look away from the Emirates and across to the tall building on the right of Hornsey Road. You’ll…
VAR ON X – WHO FOR?
Many of you will have seen that the Premier League announced this ‘new’ account – https://www.premierleague.com/news/4081343 – aimed to provide users of ‘X’ (twitter) with near-live VAR decision explainers and…
Remembering David Rocastle
Match 31st 2001 marked the untimely death of David Rocastle, one of Arsenal’s best and favourite sons. In 2021, we invited Alan Smith, Brendon Batson, Paul Davis and Bob Wilson…