Did Arsenal bribe its way into the First Division?
We caused a bit of a fuss yesterday (Monday 16th) when we trailed the ‘Today of All Days’ feature with the above question. Not least… Read More »Did Arsenal bribe its way into the First Division?
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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… Read More »Bob Wilson introduces Willow
30 June 1915: Arsenal’s chairman finishes recruiting for the 177th Field Artillery – whose wages he paid.
Upon the outbreak of the first world war in 1914, Henry Norris, the Arsenal chairman, looked for ways in which he could help the state… Read More »30 June 1915: Arsenal’s chairman finishes recruiting for the 177th Field Artillery – whose wages he paid.
Remembering George Armstrong – podcast
Tom Watt recalls George Armstrng’s life and career, sharing memories and anecdotes with Bob Wilson and Geordie’s wife and daughter, Marj and Jill. Recorded at… Read More »Remembering George Armstrong – podcast
What is AISA’s view on PPV?
AISA is working with the Football Supporters’ Association and all other Premier League club supporters to negotiate a way round the ppv issue and getting… Read More »What is AISA’s view on PPV?
AISA meets the FSA
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Televised games in the UK
The Premier League has announced that 160 of the 380 matches to be played this season will not be televised ‘live’. That means matches behind… Read More »Televised games in the UK
Winning the FA Cup is becoming a habit
As the whistle blew in a (mostly) empty Wembley Stadium we celebrated Arsenal’s 14th FA Cup win. Amazing. Unprecedented. An extension of the record we… Read More »Winning the FA Cup is becoming a habit
Arsenal’s first game in the FA Cup: An extraordinary match that nearly didn’t take place
Whilst writing the special cup final edition of the Arsenal History ProgrammeI came across a story of confusion at FA headquarters that meant the club were… Read More »Arsenal’s first game in the FA Cup: An extraordinary match that nearly didn’t take place
An audience with Brendon Batson
Brendon played for Arsenal under Bertie Mee and was the club’s first black player. Since 1984, he’s been part of the PFA and is especially active in promoting equality in sport and stadium safety.