Arsenal behind-closed-doors friendly details as Eddie Nketiah hits hat-trick

Emmerdale's Meena Jutla (Paige Sandhu) has reigned terror through the Yorkshire Dales and her latest plot has seen the kidnapping of newlyweds Dawn Taylor and Billy Fletcher. Fans saw Meena's ex Billy and Dawn exchange vows in an emotional ceremony that left everyone in tears of joy. However, as the villagers headed back to Home Farm for the reception, Dawn and Billy were nowhere to be seen...

It would be a huge understatement to say that Sheridan Smith is a versatile actress. In recent weeks alone, she’s been on screens as a mother desperate to free her son in ITV’s No Return, as well as a teacher accused of sexually assaulting a pupil in aptly named Channel 5 series, The Teacher.

BBC Radio 2 presenter admitted that the breakup “hit him round the face” as he “never thought’ he would experience something like it.Speaking on his podcast Ry-Union, the Strictly: It Takes Two host confessed the split was “really hard to deal with”.He explained: “I’ve never in my life thought that I would go through a crisis like that."But I did, ultimately, and it literally hit me round the face like a baseball bat, because I always thought I was too strong for it."Like, I’m never going to let anything like that happen to me, but then it does and it’s really, really hard to deal with.”Earlier this month, Rylan sparked concerns over his health after being rushed to hospital over a bout of ill health.The reason for his hospitalisation was not confirmed, but he previously told his fans he had come down with the flu and was bedridden for a few days.Due to his health issue, Rylan could be set to miss his Rylan On Saturday radio show for the second week in a row.He has been temporarily replaced on the BBC Radio 2 show by presenter OJ Borg.It has not yet been confirmed whether Rylan will be well enough to host the show this weekend.But yesterday the TV star shared a new update to let fans know he will be “back soon”.In an Instagram post, Rylan gave his 1.5 million followers an insight into how he is keeping his spirits up while he receives treatment.He uploaded a picture of a huge jar filled with Kinder Happy Hippos with a tower of boxes of the popular chocolate visible in the background.The snap also showed a pile of Nutella and breadsticks.Rylan captioned the post: “Whenever I feel ill I turn into such a child.“Resting up be back sooooooon.” (sic)Fans promptly took to the post’s comments section to send Rylan their

Gunners thrashed Charlton 6-0 before a 3-2 defeat to Brentford at the Emirates on Wednesday as Mikel Arteta assesses his squad.

Arsenal side after 10 straight Premier League side could be under threat. New manager Arteta has previously branded youngster Joe Willock “incredible” for his physical attributes.

After thrashing Charlton in their first friendly match at the Emirates as they build up to the Premier League’s return, Arsenal were brought back down to Earth by Brentford on Wednesday.

Arsenal transfer target Odsonne Edouard has hinted that he may stay at Celtic for next season after revealing his intent to help the Hoops with their 10th consecutive title.Edouard has been with Glaswegian giants for almost three years now in total, joining permanently from PSG after a year-long loan initially.The France U21 international has become an important player for Neil Lennon's side, scoring 28 goals in all competitions this season and comfortably sitting top of the Scottish Premiership scoring charts.It is now being reported that Arsenal are keen on the 22-year-old to replace club captain, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.The Gabonese superstar is out of contract at the end of next season, and may be cashed in this summer as to avoid

Arsenal went down to an unwelcome defeat in a behind closed doors friendly at home to Brentford on Wednesday afternoon, with the Gunners shipping three goals in the final 20 minutes to lose 3-2.

Arsenal fans have criticised Alexandre Lacazette after footage showed the Frenchman making mistakes in the clash with Brentford.The Gunners are gearing up for the return of the Premier League and welcomed the Bees to the Emirates for a friendly.The Championship outfit shocked their hosts with a 3-2 victory, though Arsenal fans were more focused on the form of their players rather than the result.Lacazette had put Arsenal 2-1 ahead though had horrendously skied an earlier chance, when leading 2-1, and was at fault for Brentford’s second goal.And fans were quick to respond to the clips with one posting on social media: “I can’t believe we finally splashed out on a striker after all those years and we ended up with that…”While another noted of

Arsenal lost 3-2 to Championship side Brentford at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday afternoon as the Gunners continued their preparations for the return of the Premier League.

Inter Milan are reportedly eyeing moves for Arsenal’s strike-force with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette both on the Serie A giants’ wish-list.Lautaro Martinez has impressed at Inter and it’s believed the Italian side have accepted that the Argentinian will move on this summer.Barcelona are keen on the 22-year-old, who has netted 12 Serie A goals in 22 appearances this season.And with Inter set to lose a key member of their side, Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo claim they will turn to the Emirates to bolster their options.It’s reported that Aubameyang and Lacazette are both on the agenda of Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio with the Frenchman the top target.Lacazette reportedly fits what Inter are looking for though it’s

Arsenal team-mates, judging by the comments on his Instagram post.Saka has burst onto the scene this season and featured plenty under Mikel Arteta since the Spaniard took over in December.The 18-year-old posted a clip of himself on the social media, giving a cheeky look off camera, and he captioned it “Caption this”.His Arsenal team-mates were quick to respond with David Luiz writing: “I love this boy” alongside a red heart emoji.Gabrielle Martinelli echoed Luiz by commenting: “What a player”, also adding the heart emoji.And Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang made a joke of himself by posting: “Where is Auba After That Trick ?!!! Oh is there.”There have been suggestions of an England call-up for Saka, with Arteta previously praising the versatile

Mikel Arteta kicks his rebuild into gear. There are high hopes in north London as the former midfielder looks to put his own stamp on his Emirates revolution.But the uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic and its financial impact means the summer transfer window could go any of a number of ways.

Arsenal fans a warm message after playing in an empty Emirates on Saturday.The Premier League is preparing to return after nearly three months of no action amid the coronavirus crisis.The Bundesliga and Danish Superliga is already back, while La Liga and Serie A have also got planned return dates.And ahead of the comeback in this country, clubs have been getting their players match-fit.Arsenal are no different, utilising the Emirates for a friendly against fellow London outfit Charlton.It proved easy pickings for the Gunners, who waltzed to a 6-0 victory including a hat-trick from Eddie Nketiah.Ceballos also played a part in the match, who is still on loan from Real Madrid.And he was in good spirits after the result, though he admitted that

Arsenal youngster Eddie Nketiah netted a hat-trick for the Gunners as they thrashed Charlton Athletic 6-0 in a friendly ahead of the return of competitive football later this month. The 21-year-old spent the first half of the season on loan at Leeds United but was recalled by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta due to Marcelo Bielsa's refusal to start him ahead of Patrick Bamford.

Arsenal fan was surprised to see the likes of Mesut Ozil and Alexandre Lacazette arriving at the Emirates Stadium in full kit ahead of a practice match with Charlton on Saturday.The Gunners stars were spotted parking their extravagant cars in the 60,000 capacity stadium's underground car park.Addicks striker Lyle Taylor, who has controversially said he will not take part in the remainder of the season, confirmed the fixture on Instagram.Arsenal are one of the first Premier League teams due back in action, with their game in hand against Manchester City set for June 17."Just been for a run round the Emirates and as I’m coming down the ramp the whole squad start pulling up in the car park," tweeted Arsenal fan @the_cannon."All in their own

Frank Lampard has considered a move for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang before settling on Timo Werner. Chelsea have shown their intent by securing a move for the 24-year-old despite having both Tammy Abraham and Olivier Giroud as striking options, which could come as pleasing news for Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta really need to spend to replace the Frenchman?Eddie Nketiah has battled tooth and nail for a place in the Arsenal first-team since returning from Leeds in January. The Gunners prospect has a bright future ahead of him and may get his shot in the first-team sooner rather than later, due to Lacazette's off the field antics.The former Lyon man was once again caught inhaling 'hippie crack', reported by the Daily Star last month.

Arsenal have been warned they face a battle to keep hold of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang if he does not want to be at the club, and should consider selling the forward.

Frank Lampard had been considering a move for Arsenal hero Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The Chelsea boss had been mulling over a concrete bid for the Gabon international before a deal was agreed with Timo Werner of RB Leipzig, which will come as good news to Mikel Arteta.

Jamie Carragher has warned Arsenal they faced a “Luis Suarez” situation over the future of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.