Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has called out Martin Keown for his commentary during Arsenal’s 2-1 loss at Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon. The Gunners remain top of the Premier League, but could have their lead trimmed to just two points if Manchester City beat Sunderland later in the day.
By Mikel Arteta’s own lofty standards, it marked a second successive away league match where his side were underwhelming after having also been fortunate to earn even a point from their trip to Sunderland. While they have usually responded well to going a goal down, though, finding an equaliser through Leandro Trossard, a 96th-minute winner by Emi Buendia ended that run.
Arsenal were unbeaten in their last 17 matches across all competitions prior to this weekend, not losing since their trip to Anfield to face the Champions in late August. All things considered, it was a dreary afternoon for the north Londoners, but Keown’s commentary suggested otherwise.
Paul Scholes
The last-gasp goal was befitting of a team that has fought tooth and nail in recent weeks to ensure they remind everyone of their Champions League-qualifying capabilities under Unai Emery. The Spaniard’s relentless press and never-say-die attitude made another stunning cameo at Villa Park, and The Villans now sit second, three points below Arsenal.
But for anyone who managed to listen to the commentary rather than watch it, they can be forgiven for mistaking Arsenal as the dominant side, such was Keown’s bias. Scholes slammed him on his Instagram story, writing:
“Listening to [Martin] Keown on TNT is like listening to Paul Crerard on MUTV”
For those unfamiliar with the comparison he made, club legend Crerrard is known among Man United supporters as one of the most biased among them. But it wasn’t only the retired midfielder that had something to say on Keown’s subjectivity, as another X user remarked: “Martin Keown shouldn’t be on Arsenal games. The extreme bias is embarrassing.”
A second added: “Martin Keown is a genuinely awful pundit. I’ve never heard such biased takes in my life and that takes some doing,” while a third jokingly quipped: “Anyone know who Martin Keown supports?”
The Premier League Title Race Has Been Blown Wide Open
Had Arsenal won to stretch their unbeaten run further and temporarily taken an eight-point lead over Man City, then there would be no discussion about their credentials as a title-winning team. But following two small hiccups in their last three fixtures, and suddenly the chasing pack will be licking their lips again.
Villa, Man City, and Chelsea will all be hopeful of capitalising on the Gunners dropping points, and given Arteta’s history of slipping up around the winter period – coupled with the fact his side haven’t won a league title in over two decades – anything can happen now.
Two Premier League clubs are said to be considering a move for a Tottenham player who could push for a move this summer. Spurs have had a memorable summer transfer window so far, racking up a club-record spending bill of more than £230million, and more spending is expected.
Back-to-back bottom half Premier League finishes have scared the Tottenham board into action, and Roberto De Zerbi is benefiting in a major way, notably being handed Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, along with others.
But a high number of new signings is not good news for everyone, and some players now face having to leave.
Bergvall wants out of Tottenham
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According to various reports, Lucas Bergvall wants to leave Tottenham this summer. The Sweden international saw his play time reduced after De Zerbi’s arrival towards the end of last season, and there is no obvious path to his play time increasing next season.
Spurs have James Maddison back to full fitness, while Xavi Simons will also be an option in the 10 position. Conor Gallagher and Mateus Fernandes can also play further forward, while there are options out wide, and De Zerbi is expected to further add to those options.
In Bergvall’s defence, it’s understandable how he doesn’t see a role in the Tottenham starting XI next season, even if fans are going to want to see him show a little more ambition to fight for his place.
Premier League duo eye Bergvall move
Premier League – Tottenham Hotspur v Fulham – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain – November 29, 2025 Tottenham Hotspur’s Lucas Bergvall in action with Fulham’s Harry Wilson REUTERS/David Klein
According to Pete O’Rourke and Football Insider, there are two clubs currently interested in a move for Bergvall this summer. O’Rourke said on the Transfer Insider Podcast: “I’m sure Tottenham don’t want to keep a player who is unhappy and has indicated that he is interested in a move away. Nottingham Forest have shown a bit of interest in him as a potential replacement for Elliot Anderson, and Aston Villa are long-term admirers of Bergvall as well.”
Spurs are currently said to be ruling out a move for Bergvall, but the situation could change if the player demands an exit. No manager is going to want an unhappy player kicking around,but given the Swede is only 20 years of age and with clear talent and potential, there could be a situation where he is loaned out rather than sold.
De Zerbi could also play a more selfish game and keep Bergvall around until at least January, keeping in mind Simons is not going to return until the winter.
Frank’s praise for Bergvall
Former Spurs boss Thomas Frank was a big fan of Bergvall, and he believed the youngster’s best position would be behind the 10, although the signings of Sandro Tonali and Fernandes won’t help his cause there, either.
“Lucas is very talented. I think he will end up as what we call an eight, that’s where I think he will end, but who knows? He’s more than capable of playing as a 10 or he can play a more midfield role from the side as he did against Liverpool,” Frank said last year.
“He’s a player we can use in different roles which is hugely beneficial and important, to have that player who can run in behind, he’s very good at pressing, good on the ball and he can drive forward with the ball. Over time he will fall into a more fixed position. It’s completely normal for a young player to play in different positions. To be that flexible is a huge boost. Look at Szoboszlai, who we all think is one of the best midfielders in the league.”
Liverpool have opened talks to sign one of the standout young talents at the World Cup.
Liverpool Sign Celtic Defender
According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool have sealed a deal to sign Celtic defender Dara Jikiemi on a five-year contract.
Jikiemi is the Scotland U16 captain, and it’s a huge statement that Liverpool have offered him a five-year contract at his age.
The 16-year-old is unlikely to come into the senior setup, and it will likely be a while before Liverpool fans can see him in action for the first team.
Jikiemi has yet to make his Celtic debut, and he now looks set to make the move to Liverpool.
Tottenham are showing an interest in signing a Paris Saint-Germain star in the summer transfer window, and he now wants to leave the club.
It’s been an incredibly busy summer transfer window for Spurs, who have already confirmed six new additions.
Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, Martin Dubravka, Jan-Paul Van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson have all arrived through the door at Hotspur Way.
The North London club have spent significant sums of money strengthening their squad, and they don’t appear to be finished yet, with it being so early in the transfer window.
It’s an important summer as Tottenham prepare to head back in the right direction after an incredibly disappointing couple of years.
Tottenham are ready to go again after completing a deal for Tonali.
Tottenham eyeing PSG star
According to a report from journalist Santi Aouna, Tottenham are one of the sides showing an interest in signing Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye in the summer transfer window.
The Senegalese international wants to leave the club this summer, even though his entourage wants him to continue his journey with the French side.
Mbaye, described as fearless, was recently at the World Cup with Senegal before they were knocked out by Belgium.
With PSG looking to strengthen in the final third and already having bundles of talent, and by now wants to leave in search of regular first-team football
