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Titolo: Arsenal dalla A alla Z - A

Introducing Arsenal's A to Z... A is for Adams
A is for Adams, B is for Bastin and C is for Chapman. This summer, you can
build up your very own Gunners dictionary with our Arsenal A-Z. 
From the obvious to the obscure, discover a host of facts and stats about
the club you love. And if we miss anything important, you'll have the
chance to let us know by clicking on the link at the foot of the page. 
ADAMS
Where better to start an A to Z of Arsenal than with Mr. Arsenal himself?
Anthony Alexander Adams made his Gunners debut on November 5, 1983, aged
just 17, and went on to lead the Club to the title in three different
decades. A true Arsenal great and arguably the Club's finest captain, he
made 673 appearances before retiring in 2002. 
ALLISON
George Allison first came to public prominence as a commentator on FA Cup
finals, handling the 1927 and 1930 showpieces despite being a director at
Arsenal. He took over as secretary-manager in 1934 and led the Gunners to
a third successive title the following year. Allison was in charge until
1947, winning two titles and the 1936 FA Cup during his managerial reign. 
ANDERLECHT
Following 17 years without a trophy, Arsenal faced Anderlecht in the 1970
Fairs Cup Final. A disastrous start to the tie saw Arsenal fall three
goals behind before Kennedy's late strike gave Arsenal a glimmer of hope
for the second leg. A crowd of 51,612 crammed into Highbury for a night of
high drama as goals from Kelly, Radford and Sammels completed a remarkable
comeback. 
ANFIELD
The venue of arguably the most dramatic night in Arsenal's history. On May
26, 1989, George Graham took his team to Anfield needing to win by two
goals to clinch the championship. Alan Smith's header gave the Gunners
hope and Michael Thomas scored the second, decisive goal in stoppage time
to take the title to Highbury in sensational style. 
ARMSTRONG
Wing wizard George 'Geordie' Armstrong was an integral part of our 1971
'Double' winning team. He graced the red and white shirt for 16 years and
held the Arsenal appearance record with 621 games David O'Leary eclipsed
him in 1989. 'Geordie' went on to manage Arsenal's reserves but tragically
died in November 2000. Sadly missed. 
ARSENAL
The Woolwich Armaments Factory or 'Royal Arsenal' in South London not only
gave the team we know today its first ever players but also its name. The
Club began as a team of factory workers in the 'arsenal' in 1886 under the
temporary name of 'Dial Square'. The name was changed to 'Royal Arsenal'
and then 'Woolwich Arsenal' before the Club was known simply as 'Arsenal'
from 1913. 
ASHFORD UNIVERSITY
Ashford University may not ring many bells for Arsenal supporters but, on
October 14, 1893, the Kent side faced the then Woolwich Arsenal in the
first qualifying round of the FA Cup. The Gunners ran out 12-0 winners, a
record victory that stood alone until the feat was repeated just seven
years later with a 12-0 League win over Loughborough Town. 
ATTENDANCES
Arsenal's record home attendance was registered on March 9, 1935 when
73,295 crammed into Highbury to watch the Gunners draw 0-0 with Sunderland
in Division One. The Club's record Premiership attendance at Highbury is
38,419 - set on the final day of the 2003/04 title-winning season against
Leicester City. 
AVENELL ROAD
The entrance to the listed East Stand and Arsenal Stadium itself stands on
Avenell Road. The road is a hub of activity on matchdays as supporters
congregate around the entrance to catch a glimpse of the players as they
arrive at the ground. Arsenal PLUS subscribers can watch events on Avenell
Road via our exclusive webcam. 
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Veron on his way out!!! Woohoo - he's going to Inter for a year long loan!
Let's hope it's made permanent!

 Introducing Arsenal's A to Z... A is for Adams
Spero che ti fermi alla A.
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NeXus


Z is for Zero Champions League?

 Spero che ti fermi alla A.
No, se mi ricordo vado avanti giorno dopo giorno.
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 Z is for Zero Champions League?
No, Z sta per Zitto milanista che anche noi siam capolista.
:-)
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 No, se mi ricordo vado avanti giorno dopo giorno.
Speriamo tu ti dimentichi o altrimenti usa un nick apposta, almeno lo
killo :P eheheh :)
(non ho voglia di stare a fare regole sull'oggetto)
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