7 d. ago How Arsenal turned Mikel Merino into one of Europe’s most lethal strikers

Stand-in frontman is outscoring Alexander Isak, Harry Kane, Mohamed Salah

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1 week ago ‘Nice bit of history’: Rice delighted by Arsenal’s famous win against Madrid

Midfielder’s two free-kicks fires 3-0 first-leg win‘I don’t know if it will ever sink in,’ says RiceDeclan Rice could barely contain his delight after two stunning free‑kicks from the England midfielder gave Arsenal a famous victory against Real Madrid that leaves Mikel Arteta’s side within touching distance of reaching the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2009.Mikel Merino ensured Arsenal will head to the Spanish capital for the second leg next Wednesday with a commanding 3-0 advantage over the champions after a whirlwind second half. Continue reading...

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1 week ago 'What Mikel Arteta has done to Arsenal dressing room is something I've never seen before'

Mikel Merino has made a strong start to his Arsenal career despite the club's topsy-turvy form, and the midfielder-cum-striker has credited Gunners boss Mikel Arteta for his success

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1 week ago Arsenal injury update: Mikel Merino, Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel latest news and return dates

Gunners without host of key players for Real Madrid showdown

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1 week ago Mikel Merino responds to Thierry Henry comparisons as Arsenal face Real Madrid challenge

Mikel Merino has scored five goals in eight games since Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta decided to use him as a makeshift striker following injuries to Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz

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1 week ago Arsenal: Mikel Arteta issues Mikel Merino injury update ahead of Real Madrid test

The versatile midfielder required on-pitch treatment during the first half

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4 w. ago Nations League: Merino saves Spain in Netherlands, Germany roar back at Italy

Arsenal’s makeshift striker on target again in 2-2 drawGoretzka gives Germans the edge in quarter-finalSpain snatched a stoppage-time equaliser against the 10 men of the Netherlands to secure a 2-2 draw on Thursday that kept up a two-year unbeaten streak and gave the holders the advantage in their Nations League quarter-final tie.Substitute Mikel Merino, a makeshift striker at club level for Arsenal, proved his ability in front of goal for his country too with a close-range finish three minutes into added time. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Mikel Merino reveals preference over Arsenal position: ‘I never back down’

The 28-year-old has been playing as a centre-forward due to the Gunners’ injury crisis

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