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Ex-Arsenal player Merson calls betting bans on Toney and Tonali a ‘disgrace’

Ex-Arsenal player Merson calls betting bans on Toney and Tonali a ‘disgrace’

Former Arsenal player Paul Merson has disagreed with the bans handed to Brentford forward Ivan Toney and Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, calling it a “disgrace”. Toney received an eight-month ban for breaching FA betting rules. He has served the ban completely and returned to action on the pitch while Tonali is currently serving a 10-month for betting on matches while he was playing for AC...

Saka sets new Arsenal milestone in draw with Fulham

Saka sets new Arsenal milestone in draw with Fulham

Bukayo Saka set a new milestone for Arsenal when they played out a 2-2 draw with Fulham in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon. The 21-year-old Anglo-Nigerian has been ever-present for the Gunners and a vital cog in manager Mikel Arteta's setup. He made his 83rd consecutive league appearance which stretches back to May 2021. He has now become to outright Arsenal player with most consecutive...

Ex-Arsenal forward Merson suggests next Chelsea coach

Ex-Arsenal forward Merson suggests next Chelsea coach

Former Arsenal forward Paul Merson believes Brendan Rodgers is the best candidate to be the next manager of Chelsea following Graham Potter’s sacking on Sunday. Potter was relieved of his duties after the Blues lost 2-0 at home to Aston Villa on Saturday and moved down to 11th on the table. Rodgers was also sacked a few hours before Potter on Sunday, after Leicester City lost...