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Kolasinac targets Europa League glory with Arsenal

After four defeats in a row in all competitions, the defender wants the Gunners to avoid losing again between now and next season

Joe Wright

Wenger out: Arsenal fans vote for change

A poll by members of the Arsenal Supporters' Trust on the future of a long-serving manager has resulted in a landslide calling for his departure

Dom Farrell

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Wenger not ready to prioritise Europa League

Despite Arsenal being 10 points outside of the Premier League's top four, the Gunners boss isn't ready to fully focus on Europe

Jamie Smith

WATCH: More proof of Scott Brown's hardman status

The Celtic midfielder was on the end of a red card challenge, but brushed himself off before taunting opponents by flexing his muscles

Ronan Murphy

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Boateng evokes memories of Milan vs. Arsenal tie

Oh well, who remembers the 30-year-old’s sensational effort against the Gunners at the San Siro Stadium in 2012?

Taiye Taiwo

Keown questions Elneny’s role in Ostersunds' loss

The 25-year-old midfielder has been slammed for his display after Graham Potter's men stunned the Premier League side in the Europa League

Taiye Taiwo

Basque police dismayed by death

A police officer died of a cardiac arrest after a flare landed near him during clashes between Athletic Bilbao and Spartak Moscow fans

Ryan Benson

Europa League draw: Arsenal to face AC Milan

The Gunners take on the side that dumped them out of the Champions League in 2012, with Gennaro Gattuso's men at home in the first leg

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Wenger hits back at Keane's Wilshere rant

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane singled out the Gunners midfielder after their defeat to Ostersunds, but his manager has backed him

Dom Farrell

Wilshere: 'We weren't good enough'

Despite his side qualifying for the last-16 of the Europa League, the midfielder acknowledged the Gunners were "nowhere near it" on Thursday

Rob Lancaster

Stoger: Dortmund were lucky

The Bundesliga side's head coach counted his blessings following Thursday's dramatic draw in Italy

Sacha Pisani

Arsenal's dreadful Europe home streak continues

The Gunners continued their terrible form at home in European knockout rounds with a loss to the Swedish side on Thursday

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Wenger: 'Complacent' Arsenal had no ideas

After averting a huge Europa League upset at home to Ostersunds, the Gunners boss offered a withering assessment of his side's mentality

Iain Strachan

Europa League last-16 draw: Everything you need to know

The likes of Arsenal, Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund have found themselves in the pot, but when will the draw take place?

Ryan Kelly

Mkhitaryan, Wilshere start against Ostersunds

With progression nearly assured, Arsene Wenger has named a team made up of both regular starters and reserves

Seth Vertelney

Traore on target as Lyon secure UEL last-16 slot

The former Chelsea player got the only goal of the tie as Bruno Genesio's men secure a last-16 spot after defeating the Spanish side 4-1 on aggregate

Tolu Olasoji

'Wilshere most overrated player on the planet'

The former Manchester United star took aim at the Gunners, with special criticism pointed at the midfielder, after their loss to Ostersund

Sacha Pisani

Gattuso hopes to continue run as Milan boss

The Serie A side's boss was asked about his future after the club's unbeaten run extended to 11 matches across all competitions

Sacha Pisani

'Watch Black Panther!' - Batshuayi hits back at racist chants

The striker had a caustic comeback at fans who he claims made monkey chants in the stands as his side moved into the last 16 of the Europa League

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Arsenal disappoint in cup final dress rehearsal

The Gunners were shocked by the Swedish side early but managed to progress to the Europa League last-16 after a goal from Sead Kolasinac

Chris Wheatley

Police officer dies after fans clash in Bilbao

Fans of both teams came to blows outside San Mames ahead of their Europa League last-32 match

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Mkhitaryan convinced he can play with Ozil

It has been suggested that the Gunners are trying to fit too many creative influences into their side, but Arsene Wenger has been urged to keep faith

Chris Burton

Aliadiere: Wenger told me I'm welcome to train with Arsenal

The former Arsenal striker recently returned to the Emirates to meet his old boss after years playing in France

Chris Wheatley

How Arsenal won the race to sign Mavropanos

The Greek scout who first spotted the defender talks about the 20-year-old's past, present and very bright future

Chris Wheatley

Ramsey gives Arsenal cup final fitness boost

The Wales international midfielder is back in full training ahead of Sunday's meeting with Manchester City at Wembley

Chris Wheatley

PL target Pulisic: I've not been at my best

The Borussia Dortmund teenager has accepted that his recent form has been below par

Harry Sherlock

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Iwobi: Arsenal can win UEL, secure top-four finish

The Gunners brushed aside Graham Potter’s men on Thursday night and the forward is upbeat that they can finish high at the end of the term

Gbenga Adewoye

Frustrating Memphis needs love - Lyon chief

In the space of two minutes, the winger displayed his worst and best attributes, but club chief Jean-Michel Aulas says he just needs love.

Tom Webber

Simeone praises 'complete performance'

Antoine Griezmann won praise from his manager after starring in a 4-1 comeback win away to Copenhagen

Jamie Smith

Stoger hails match-winner Batshuayi's display

The Belgian's late Europa League rescue mission left his manager delighted with the on-loan forward

Alex Fisher

Gattuso 'angry' with attack despite win

A 3-0 away win might satisfy most coaches, but the Serie A side's boss was left "angry" despite a positive result

Ben Spratt

Ozil & Welbeck lead the line for Arsenal

Arsene Wenger has fielded a strong team for the game in Sweden, which will be played in freezing temperatures

Chris Wheatley

Doumbia on target as Sporting defeat Astana

The Cote d'Ivoire international added gloss to his side's spirited second-half fightback in Kazakhstan

Tolu Olasoji

Why Mkhitaryan wears No.77 in Europa League

The Armenia international has picked an unorthodox number to wear in the Gunners' continental campaign

Harry Sherlock

It's Napoli's year for Serie A title - Bianchi

The man who guided the club to their first ever league title has backed Maurizio Sarri's side to bring an end to Juventus' tight grip on the trophy

Alex Fisher

Copenhagen have 'secret weapon' for Atleti - Boilesen

The defender is seeking to get back in the big time, having tasted success against Barcelona previously - and he wants the perfect birthday present

Robin Bairner

Lacazette in fight to save his Arsenal career

After losing his place in the team an injury was the last thing Lacazette needed - and now he faces an uphill task to prove his worth

Chris Wheatley

Wenger: Ineligible Auba makes no sense

With Borussia Dortmund now in the competition, their former striker can't feature for Arsenal, much to the annoyance of the Gunners boss

Joe Wright

Ramsey an injury doubt for Carabao Cup final

The Wales international is almost certain to miss both Europa League games against Ostersunds and could sit out the the Cup final against Man City

Joe Wright

Mkhi delighted with Auba partnership

The pair previously played together at Borussia Dortmund and have reunited in north London under Arsene Wenger

Harry Sherlock

Ostersunds’ Gero countdowns to Arsenal's visit

Ahead of Thursday’s meeting with the Gunners at the Jamtkraft Arena, the Nigerian forward has sent a signal to Arsene Wenger’s side

Taiye Taiwo

Wenger won't prioritise Europa League

Manchester United secured a passage to the Champions League through European success last season, but the Gunners are still chasing a top-four finish

Chris Burton

Sancho out for 'several weeks' with ankle injury

The England youth international is a doubt for his side's Europa League tie with Atalanta due to an ankle ligament injury suffered against Cologne

Ryan Benson

Lacazette eyeing Europa League crown

The Gunners have taken the opportunity to rotate in continental competition this season, but their record signing wants to challenge for the crown

Chris Burton

Oestersunds to camp in Spain for Arsenal UEL ties

The Swedish Cup holder are not taking their Europa League two-legged ties with the English outfit lightly as they will set up camp in Spain

Kolade Oni

‘Winning UEL won't convince Alexis & Ozil to stay’

The former Gunners striker doubts that a challenge for a continental crown will convince two players running down their deals to pen fresh terms

Chris Burton

Mensah unfazed by Arsenal in UEL draw

The defender has admitted that the Gunners will be tough customers for them in the knockout stage of the Europa League

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

Ostersunds boss wanted Arsenal tie

A knockout date with the Gunners in continental competition has been warmly received by rising Swedish side, with a last-32 tie set up

Matt Dorman

Arsenal vs Ostersund, Celtic vs Zenit & UEL last 32 in full

The draw took place in Switzerland and has thrown up some interesting ties, with some of Europe's top teams facing each other

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Europa League last 32 draw: All you need to know

The likes of Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli and Celtic will soon learn their fate in the continent's second-tier tournament

Ryan Kelly

Ostersund’s Gero reflects on ‘unbelievable journey’

The Nigerian striker made history with the 20-year-old Swedish side and relives his journey to the Jämtkraft Arena

Tolu Olasoji

First Emirates goal means a lot to Elneny

The midfielder scored his maiden goal in the Emirates Stadium on Thursday, his second for the London club after his strike against Barcelona in 2016

Taiye Taiwo

Europa League qualification excites Boakye

The striker has contributed to the Serbian giants' fairytale run in the Europa League this season

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

Jonathan Klinsmann saves pen in pro debut

The goalkeeper made quite the first impression, preserving a draw in his first professional match

Seth Vertelney

Gattuso slams fragile Milan after EL loss

The Rossoneri boss was left fuming after they went down in Croatia, even though the side sealed qualification to the last 32 as group winners

Matt Dorman

Wenger's experiment could pay off for Arsenal

Arsene Wenger fielded four at the back for the first time this season and it could ignite a change in tactics going forward

Chris Wheatley

Ademola nets brace against Apollon Limassol

The Anglo-Nigerian forward opened his goals account in Europe with a double as the Toffees bowed out of the competition with a win

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Beer Sheva's Ogu relives UEL outing

The midfielder was a prominent figure for the Camels in their unsuccessful campaign but he is pleased to have competed

Gbenga Adewoye

Walcott could still revive Arsenal career

The England forward has ambitions of playing at World Cup 2018 but has found his game time limited in the Premier League this season

Chris Wheatley

Wenger won't sell players to increase their WC hopes

The Arsenal manager is only concerned with his team's fate, not providing more minutes to players hoping to be in Russia this summer

Seth Vertelney

Wenger tells Mourinho: That's football

The Manchester United boss accused the Frenchman of lying over his striker's fitness, but the Gunners manager has hit back

Dom Farrell

Nketiah signs new Arsenal contract

The 18-year-old striker has made four first-team appearances for the Gunners and was rewarded with a new long-term deal

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Wenger declares Walcott has Arsenal future

The England winger has been linked with the likes of Everton and former club Southampton after fallen down the pecking order at Emirates Stadium

Stephen Darwin

Mensah eyes Europa League success

The defender has set sights on reaching the semi-finals of the Europa League after qualifying from the group stages

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

Twumasi: Some players were selfish against Villarreal

The striker scored one and assisted another but was frustrated by his side's eventual defeat

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

Unsworth questions Everton players

The Toffees lost 5-1 to the Italian side on Thursday evening, leaving the interim manager fuming at the final whistle

Harry West

Wenger: Welbeck has no problem, he's in good shape!

The striker's first outing in a month ended at half-time, which the Gunners boss revealed was always his intention

Harry West

Twumasi scores against Villarreal in Europa League

The striker's effort was not enough to save his side from defeat against The Yellow Submarine

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

Montella targets Serie A resurgence

After reaching the last 32 of the Europa League, Vincenzo Montella believes AC Milan can now make up lost ground in the league

Rob Lancaster

Rooney backs Unsworth after humiliation

The Toffees forward has backed the club's caretaker manager despite a heavy defeat to the Serie A side in the Europa League

Dom Farrell

Everton's Europa campaign among worst ever

The Toffees have endured a disastrous run in the Europa League group stage and fell to a new low in their 5-1 thrashing against Atalanta

Oli Platt

Wenger rues Arsenal wastefulness

The Gunners lost 1-0 to Cologne in the Europa League on Thursday, leaving their manager frustrated with the standard of his team's finishing

Ryan Benson

Arsenal need Ozil & Sanchez if they want EL glory

The Gunners struggled to unpick a stubborn Cologne defence due to fielding a line-up bereft of creativity

Chris Wheatley

Super-sub Bakambu leads Villarreal to UEL Round of 32

Recently named La Liga best player in October, the DR Congo forward scored two well-taken goals, subduing his African counterparts’ impacts in the tie

Tolu Olasoji

Giroud & Welbeck start for Arsenal in Europa League

Arsene Wenger has decided to name an experienced team for his side's trip to Germany, where they can secure top spot with a draw

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Cologne vs Arsenal: Team news & TV guide

Arsene Wenger has brought a mixture of youth and experience to Germany for his side's Europa League clash and they can clinch top spot with a draw

Ryan Kelly

Everton's Unsworth drools over Bolasie return

With the Toffees enduring a bad patch this season, the imminent return of the pacy DR Congo winger has handed the gaffer a cause for optimism

Tolu Olasoji

Cologne in playful dig at EL ahead of Arsenal clash

The German outfit are preparing to play host to the Gunners and have attempted to get their supporters in the mood with a list of light-hearted rules

Chris Burton

Everton's Bolasie resumes first-team training

The 28-year-old winger resumed training with the Toffees senior side as he steps up recovery from a cruciate knee injury

Sam Francisco

Wenger backs Welbeck for World Cup

While the striker has suffered greatly with injuries over the past season, the Gunners manager is in no doubt over what he can offer his country

Ryan Benson

'No change' in Everton boss hunt

Despite the likes of Marco Silva and Louis van Gaal being linked with the job at Goodison Park, there appears to be little progress

Joe Wright

Everton fined by UEFA over fan trouble

After a Toffees fan appeared to strike opposition goalkeeper Anthony Lopes, the Premier League side have been fined

Jamie Smith

Pogba only named 31st best player in the world

The Manchester United midfielder won the League Cup and the Europa League last season but he has dropped 16 places in this year's Goal 50

Mark Doyle

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Deschamps plans to contact Evra

After the 36-year-old was sacked by Marseille for attacking a fan, the national team coach plans to reach out to him over the "complicated" situation

Tom Webber

Giroud offers support to disgraced Evra

The veteran defender was released by Marseille and handed a lengthy ban by UEFA for kicking a fan in the head, but the Arsenal man hopes he comes back

Robin Bairner

Evra sacked & faces mammoth UEFA ban

The veteran's karate kick on a fan has seen him barred from UEFA competitions for the rest of 2017-18, while both clubs were also punished

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Desailly hopes suspension not the end for Evra

The former France defender says It would be a shame to see a suspension by Marseille come to define what has been a stellar career

Harry West

Evra told to 'get out' of Marseille

A section of L'OM fans held up signs telling the under-fire defender that they do not want him "wearing our colours" and to "get out" of Ligue 1

Tom Webber

Marseille confirm 'immediate layoff' for Evra

The French club have suspended the left-back after he fought with club supporters before their Europa League match on Thursday

Ryan Benson

Gero unmoved by Oestersunds' loss

The Nigerian forward is not troubled about his side's poor outing following their Thursday's defeat to Athletic Bilbao at the San Mames Barria

Samuel Ahmadu

How do UEFA coefficients work?

Real Madrid are currently the top club in Europe according to the method used to decide places and seedings in the continent's competitions

Oli Platt

Boakye delighted with Arsenal draw

The Ghanaian failed to live up to the expectations but insists the draw with the Gunners is enough to celebrate

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

Madu sent off in Zulte-Waregem’s win

The 21-year-old was sent off as Essevee bagged their first triumph in the competition this term

Gbenga Adewoye

Chelsea target Boakye hopes for move

The Ghana international was scouted by the Premier League champions in both of Red Star's recent Europa League ties with Arsenal

Nino Duit

Evra gets one-match ban for kicking fan

UEFA has suspended the Marseille defender for at least one match after he lashed out at a supporter before the game against Vitoria

Dom Farrell

Everton 'very disappointed' with Lyon defeat - Gueye

Everton midfielder Idrissa Gueye believes they didn't deserve to be beaten 3-0 by Lyon in the Europa League

Unsworth slams Everton mentality

The Toffees were eliminated from the Europa League after a 3-0 loss to Lyon on Thursday evening

Ryan Benson

Career suicide: Evra's last kick in football?

The Marseille defender has been a disappointment since joining the club last summer, and his playing days may be over after assaulting a fan

Robin Bairner

Marseille open Evra investigation

The French side Marseille are investigating what triggered the defender to lash out at a fan before the club's Europa League fixture

Sacha Pisani

Garcia: Evra must not react

The manager had some advice for the 36-year-old Marseille defender, who saw red following a pre-match altercation with fans

Sacha Pisani

Wenger to persist with line-up rotation

After making 11 changes to his line-up for a Europa League draw with Red Star Belgrade, the Gunners boss will persist with a rotation

Tom Webber

Montella been 'watching my funeral for a while'

The Rossoneri were held to a 0-0 draw at AEK Athens in the Europa League on Thursday, but their manager remains relaxed for a man under pressure

Ryan Benson

Wilshere content despite England snub

The midfielder has played a bit-part role at Arsenal this season and was left out of the England squad, but he assures he is content

Tom Webber

Drab Arsenal dip to six-year European low

Arsene Wenger's makeshift side played out an uninspiring 0-0 draw in their latest outing, with the Gunners recording a rare stalemate in Europe

Chris Burton

Concussed Martina taken to hospital

The defender has been taken to a hospital in Lyon after a bad fall during his side's Europa League defeat

Ryan Benson

Evra shown red card for kicking fan

The former Manchester United defender was caught up in an ugly confrontation between players and supporters prior to a Europa League encounter

Chris Burton

Debuchy & Elneny start against Red Star

The Frenchman has been out of favour at Arsenal but recently impressed in the Carabao Cup against Norwich

Chris Wheatley

Why Fekir should replace Ozil at Arsenal

The nine-time France international would bring a different dimension to the Gunners if he were to team up with his old cohort Alexandre Lacazette

Robin Bairner

Yiadom: I want to score Petr Cech

The Black Star will be in action against the Gunners on Thursday and hopes to at least score a goal at the Emirates Stadium

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

Wenger refuses to rule out fresh Lemar raid

The France international was the one that got away for the Gunners during the summer transfer window, but they make a fresh approach in January

Ryan Benson

Wenger backs Wilshere for England recall

The Gunners boss believes the midfielder is back to full fitness and producing form which should lift him back into international contention

Ryan Benson

Gabi: Europa League is sh*t

The Spaniard is not excited about the idea of exiting the Champions League early, but concedes that its sister competition has given him "a lot"

Ryan Benson

Milan's Biglia suffers knee injury

The Argentina international is set for a spell on the sidelines after the club confirmed he is suffering from a knee injury

Jamie Smith

Cologne fined for Arsenal trouble

UEFA has fined the Bundesliga outfit and given them a suspended ban on selling away tickets following disruption during a Europa League encounter

Joe Wright

UEFA charge Everton after brawl

Lyon goalkeeper Anthony Lopes was struck during a flashpoint in Thursday's Europa League tie at Goodison Park

Matthew Scott

Injured Ogu sad with Beer Sheva’s loss

The 29-year-old is displeased with the Camels’ defeat to the Red and Blues at Turner Stadium in the Europe second tier

Gbenga Adewoye

Everton ban fan after Lyon clash

Merseyside Police are investigating the on-field brawl at Goodison Park during Thursday's tie as Ronald Koeman's side slipped to defeat

Dom Farrell

Wenger: Wilshere will get PL chance

The Arsenal manager vowed to give the 25-year-old midfielder a Premier League chance

Dejan Kalinic

Giroud admits he got lucky with stunning winner

The forward felt he had no other option but to go for his brilliant overhead kick in the Gunners' Europa League win

Dejan Kalinic

VIDEO: Fan gets involved in Everton-Lyon brawl

Toffees defender Ashely Williams started a fight between players and it did not take long for a supporter to get involved

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Montella urges fans to back Milan

Booed after their Europa League draw, the manager says his players are struggling to express themselves and need backing

Matt Dorman

Koeman admits he could be sacked

A 2-1 defeat to Lyon has piled further pressure onto the Toffees boss ahead of two difficult matches against Arsenal and Chelsea

Guy Atkinson

Everton's EL start is new low for PL clubs

The Toffees are in danger of slipping out of contention for a place in the second round after a defeat to Lyon on Thursday

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Mbokani, Assale on target in Europa League

The African duo were on target as the encounter between the Ukrainian and Swiss outfit ended in a stalemate

Tolu Olasoji

Wilshere snaps back at Deeney after Belgrade win

After the Watford striker called out Arsenal last weekend, the Gunners midfielder responded following a Europa League victory

Goal

Ostersunds produce England's lone EL goal

The 23-year-old midfielder sent a stunning effort past Athletic Club in Thursday's 2-2 draw - the latest of many highlights for the club

Goal

Giroud promised special winner - Wenger

The Frenchman did little for 85 minutes in Thursday's game, but made good on a mid-match vow to his manager hitting a stunning goal

Matthew Scott

Gero scores as Bilbao hold Ostersunds

The Nigerian striker was on target as Graham Potters’ men were denied victory by their Spanish visitors who netted a late minute equaliser

Tolu Olasoji

Arsenal team news: Walcott and Wilshere start at Red Star

Arsene Wenger's men will look to put the disappointment of a Premier League defeat at Watford behind them in Belgrade on Thursday

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Akpom, Iwobi looking forward to Arsenal’s Europa League clash

The Nigerian duo will be looking to feature when the Gunners take on the Red-Whites at the Rajko Mitic Stadium on Thursday evening

Sam Francisco

Red Star Belgrade vs Arsenal: Team news & TV

The Gunners will hope to put their disappointing defeat to Watford behind them as they turn their attention back to Europe

Ryan Kelly

Wilshere: Arsenal have character

With the Gunners criticised after their loss to Watford, the midfielder came to the defence of his side's character

Dejan Kalinic

Wenger hits back at Deeney after 'cojones' jibe

The striker questioned the Gunners after the Hornets' weekend win but Wenger has defended his players' strength of character

Dom Farrell

Under-fire Montella willing to accept critics

Intense scrutiny should be expected by those who accept the challenge of coaching the Rossoneri, their manager has admitted

Iain Strachan

'Ozil & Alexis still give their all for Arsenal'

The Gunners' star duo are out of contract at the end of the season, but that does not mean they do not give their all for the team, the defender says

Iain Strachan

Sigurdsson admits to struggles at Everton

The midfielder has underwhelmed since joining the Toffees from Swansea, but believes results and performances will pick up in the near future

Chris Myson

No broken hand for Wayne Rooney

Scans have shown the striker did not break his hand in Everton's Europa League match against Apollon Limassol and will be ready for the weekend clash

Chris Myson

Walcott's key role in helping Giroud to century

The Gunners forward allowed his club colleague to take a penalty against BATE and reach a century of strikes, despite being on a hat-trick himself

Chris Burton

Wilshere coming 'back to his best' - Wenger

The manager is praying that the England international does not suffer more injury setbacks and can finally reach his potential

Rob Lancaster

Milan dismiss Ancelotti return

Milan's director of sport insisted the club are happy with their current manager, despite the club's former boss becoming available

Sacha Pisani

Montella lauds Milan's fighting spirit

The Italian boss revelled in his side's ability to grind out a win after their unlikely late victory in the Europa League

Matthew Sherry

Wenger hails centurion Giroud

The Frenchman reached a century of goals for Arsenal in their 4-2 win at BATE, earning plaudits from his manager.

Matt Dorman

Nagelsmann downplays Bayern links

The Hoffenheim boss is refusing to be drawn on rumours linking him to the Bundesliga champions' vacant job

Matt Dorman

Koeman: Draw felt like a loss for Everton

A late Hector Yuste goal pegged the side back, leaving their manager to blame his team's poor form on their lack of confidence

Guy Atkinson

'Arsenal teen Nelson has Neymar-like qualities'

The 17-year-old earned high praise from ex-Gunners defender Martin Keown for his performance in their Europa League triumph over BATE Borisov

Goal

Arsenal cannot afford to not win Europa League

The Gunners have breezed through their opening two group games and given the standard of opposition should really win it outright

Chris Wheatley

Giroud scores 100th goal for Arsenal

The French striker became the 19th player to hit the milestone for the Gunners with a penalty in Europa League action on Thursday

Thomas Floyd

Wenger chooses reserve-heavy XI vs BATE

The Gunners manager has given a number of second-choice players an opportunity for the Europa League trip to Belarus

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Hleb reunited with Wenger

The former Arsenal and BATE Borisov midfielder looked in fine sprits alongside the Gunners boss ahead of Thursday night's Europa League game

Chris Wheatley

Everton vs Apollon Limassol: Team news & TV

Ronald Koeman's side are looking to get their Europa League campaign back on track after defeat to Atalanta on matchday one

Goal

Wilshere can be one of Europe's best again

The England midfielder should not be written off too soon and still has time to work his way back into Arsenal's starting XI

Chris Wheatley

Wenger bemoans 'cruel' schedule

Playing in the Premier League just three days before a match in Belarus is "cruel", according to the Gunners manager

Iain Strachan

UEFA to probe Arsenal-Cologne

Charges for the two sides have already been announced, but UEFA is set to further examine the chaotic Europa League game

Iain Strachan

Zidane, Conte & Allegri battle for FIFA Coach of the Year

The Manchester United boss is not included in the three-man shortlist although there is Premier League representation in the form of the Chelsea boss

Chris Myson

Meet Arsenal teenage prodigy Reiss Nelson

The 17-year-old received rave reviews for his performances at youth level and was handed his first start against Doncaster in the Carabao Cup

Chris Wheatley

'Arsenal must emulate Man Utd to reach CL'

The former Gunners striker believes only success in the Europa League will see Arsene Wenger's side back among the continental elite for 2018-19

Chris Burton

Cologne apologise but question Arsenal

After a chaotic kick-off delay in Thursday's Europa League clash, the German club have apologised but taken aim at the event's organisation

Matthew Scott

Arsenal charged over Cologne incidents

The Gunners will go before the governing body next week, while the Bundesliga side face a raft of accusations

Robin Bairner

Koeman: Atalanta was a wake-up call

The Serie A side cruised to a 3-0 win over the Toffees in the Europa League on Thursday, leaving Ronald Koeman baffled by his team's display

Ryan Benson

Podolski praises Cologne's 'glorious' support

The Europa League clash between the two sides had to be delayed as far more visiting fans than expected gained access to the Emirates Stadium

Stephen Darwin

Arsenal investigating Cologne chaos

The Gunners have launched an extensive investigation to discover how so many visiting supporters managed to get into the Emirates Stadium on Thursday

Ryan Benson

Stoger silent on crowd problems

The Bundesliga side's boss refused to be drawn into speaking on the crowd chaos which forced kick-off to be delayed

Sacha Pisani

Wenger feared match would be called off

The Arsenal manager revealed he was preparing for the fixture against the German visitors to be abandoned due to safety concerns

Sacha Pisani

Wenger: Sanchez chasing best form

The Arsenal manager said his star attacker is not yet at his best, even after scoring a stunner in a Europa League win

Sacha Pisani

WATCH: Alexis hits curling match-winner

The Chilean scored the match-winner against Koln as the Gunners opened their Europa League campaign with a 3-1 victory

Montella thinks goals will boost Andre Silva

The Milan manager was pleased to see the 21-year-old net a confidence-boosting hat-trick in his side's Europa League romp

Ben Spratt

Montella still striving for Milan perfection

Despite a magnificent performance against Austria Wien on Thursday, the manager wants his side to aim higher still

Ben Spratt

How did Cologne fans storm the Emirates?

The German side had 20,000 fans in London ahead of the kick-off and were spotted in the home end at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium

Chris Wheatley

WATCH: Arsenal stunned by 45-yard wondergoal

The Colombian forward gave Koln an early lead in the Europa League clash after a miscue from Gunners goalkeeper David Ospina

Thomas Floyd

Koeman takes blame for Everton loss

The Dutch manager wants more commitment from his team following Thursday's 3-0 loss away to Atalanta, but admits he did not have the side ready

Matt Dorman

Crowd trouble delays Arsenal's Europa League opener

The match between the Gunners and Koln has been pushed back after visiting supporters attempted to swarm the home section at the Emirates Stadium

Chris Wheatley

Alexis starts, Wilshere sub for Arsenal

The Chilean will be in the lineup for the Gunners as they host Koln at the Emirates Stadium, but kick-off has been delayed by an hour

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Lacazette 'hungry' for Europa League success with Arsenal

The Gunners boss is prepared to prioritise the Premier League by rotating in Europe, but his French striker is determined to savour continental glory

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Atalanta vs Everton: Team news & TV

The Toffees continue their European odyssey as they gear up for their group opener against last season's Serie A upstarts

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Arsenal vs Koln: Team news & TV

Arsene Wenger's side make their first continental appearance of the season on Thursday, but it comes in Europe's second tier

Ryan Kelly

'Ancelotti has more trophies than I have underpants'

The Hoffenheim boss said his remarks about one day coaching Bayern Munich "had no current reference"

Stephen Creek

A privilege to play for Arsenal - Giroud explains stay

The Frenchman believes he can still contribute positively to the cause and sees himself winning more titles at the Emirates Stadium

Joe Wright

Wenger: EL game not Chelsea excuse

The Gunners play Cologne and the Blues in quick succession this week, but their manager will not be complaining

Chris Myson

Giroud explains reasons for Arsenal stay

The France striker came close to leaving the Gunners in the summer but admits he changed his mind and has unfinished business at the club

Chris Wheatley

Ozil & Laca rested for Europa League tie

Petr Cech, Laurent Koscielny, Danny Welbeck, Aaron Ramsey and Granit Xhaka are also not expected to be involved in Thursday's contest

Chris Wheatley

I want to play football again – Diaby

The midfielder has managed just five league matches in the last couple of years but hopes to be up to speed by Christmas as he eyes a return

Robin Bairner

Wenger: Alexis isn't fat!

The 28-year-old featured for just 15 minutes against Bournemouth after playing twice for Chile, leading to claims he is out of shape

Arsenal's Europa League squad revealed

The Gunners have included wantaway Alexis Sanchez and several highly-rated youngsters in their squad for the 2017-18 Europa League campaign

Chris Wheatley

Supplements 'a big problem' in doping fight

High-profile cases have led UEFA to give warnings to players regarding their supplement intake amid concerns they could be contaminated

Peter Staunton

Arsenal chairman 'enjoys racing more than football'

The Gunners executive jokingly said he’s having much more fun at the races these days than watching events unfold on the pitch

Arsenal & Cologne in bizarre scouting agreement

The Gunners will pass on videos of their matches to the Bundesliga side in exchange for similar material from them, ahead of their clash in September

AC Milan's Europa League fixtures

Vincenzo Montella's team must travel to Austria, Greece and Croatia as they look to make their mark in European competition again

Everton's Europa League fixtures

Ronald Koeman's men's continental adventure will see them take on opponents in Italy, France and Cyprus as they look to make their mark in Europe

Arsenal's Europa League fixtures

The Gunners begin their quest for glory in Europe's second-tier continental competition and they have been handed some interesting opponents

Arsenal & Everton discover EL groups

The Gunners and the Toffees will take in some tricky contests as they endeavour to make their way through Europe's second tier club competition

When is the UEL group stage draw?

Goal brings you all you need to know about the draw, including the date, time, venue and the teams that are taking part

Oliver Platt

Milan will 'honour' Europa League

The Rossoneri marched into the group stage with a resounding aggregate win, and their coach will be taking the competition seriously

Matt Dorman

Europa League Review: Ajax and Fenerbahce crash out

Ajax will be without European football this season after Rosenborg completed an upset to deny last year's runners-up a Europa League spot.

Dom Farrell

Hajduk Split vs Everton: Team news & TV

Wayne Rooney and co. will be aiming to ensure they enter the draw for the group stage as they travel to Croatia for the final play-off game

Ryan Kelly

EL qualifying: The complete guide

Some of Europe's top teams will be competing in the Europa League this season and the competition has been ongoing since the start of the summer

Ryan Kelly

UEFA charge Hajduk Split, Everton

Goals from Michael Keane and Idrissa Gueye delivered victory for the Merseysiders, but the game was disrupted by problems in both ends of the stadium

Dom Farrell

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