Arsenal came from behind to beat Fulham 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium. An early mistake by Jens Lehman handed David Healy an easy chance to score for Fulham. Robin van Persie levelled from the penalty spot after 82 minutes and Alexander Hleb scored in the 90th minute.
Liverpool have been handed a tough draw against Toulouse in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League.
Arsenal have been drawn against Sparta Prague of the Czech Republic for a place in the knockout stages.
Rangers will play the winners of Crvena Zvezda v Levadia Tallinn, should they beat FK Zeta, while Celtic will face a tough task against Spartak Moscow.
William Gallas has admitted that he would make him ‘very proud’ if he was to be named as the new captain of Arsenal.
Following Thierry Henry’s departure to Barcelona, the Gunners need a new captain for the new season and Gallas’ name has been mentioned along with Gilberto Silva and Kolo Toure.
Obafemi Martins is ready to sign a new deal at Newcastle United.
The Nigerian international striker has revealed that he is currently in talks with the new contract said to not include any release-clauses, like his current deal
Martins has been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal, but the 22-year-old is only focused on scoring goals for the Toon.
Atletico Madrid have confirmed that they have reached an agreement to sign Arsenal striker Jose Antonio Reyes for a fee of around £8.1million.
The Spanish international spent last season on loan at Real Madrid and was desperate not to return to London, where he failed to settle.
After days of discussions with Atletico, it is being reported that Reyes will sign a four-year deal.
Arsenal are considering an £11million bid for Croatia international midfielder Luko Modric.
The 21-year-old, who plays for Dinamo Zagreb, caught the eye of Arsene Wenger when he played against the Gunners last summer.
Shakhtar Donetsk have already have already had an offer of £10.5million rejected.
Obafemi Martins has pledged his future to Newcastle United.
The Nigerian striker has been linked with a move to Arsenal and rumours increased when it became public knowledge that the 22-year-old has a £13million get-out clause in his contract at St James Park.
“I will keep my mouth shut. I am not going anywhere, I am still a Newcastle player,” he told the Magpies’ website.
