Gary Jacob
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Sports reporter, The Times. Views my own. Previous life analysing breathing patterns and the heart.
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Thibaut Courtois jokingly took himself out of the debate when asked, back in November, to name the world’s three best goalkeepers, instead choosing Jan Oblak, Alisson — and David Raya. Recent points-saving saves for Arsenal might justify that.
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How David Raya became the best goalkeeper in the Premier League
Futsal with his brother, books on the law of attraction and a gritty loan spell at non-League Southport gave the Spaniard the skillset to thrive at Arsenal
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February 11, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Thibaut Courtois jokingly took himself out of the debate when asked, back in November, to name the world’s three best goalkeepers, instead choosing Jan Oblak, Alisson — and David Raya. Recent points-saving saves for Arsenal might justify that.
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Razor-sharp Kai Havertz shows up wayward Victor Gyokeres
German forward has hand in all three goals but Gyokeres’s errant finishing costs him potential hat-trick as Arsenal end group phase with perfect record
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German forward has hand in all three goals but Gyokeres’s errant finishing costs him potential hat-trick as Arsenal end group phase with perfect record
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Razor-sharp Kai Havertz shows up wayward Viktor Gyokeres
Arsenal 3 Kairat Almaty 2: German forward has a hand in all three goals but Gyokeres’s errant finishing costs him potential hat-trick as Arsenal end group phase with perfect record
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January 29, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Razor-sharp Kai Havertz shows up wayward Victor Gyokeres
German forward has hand in all three goals but Gyokeres’s errant finishing costs him potential hat-trick as Arsenal end group phase with perfect record
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German forward has hand in all three goals but Gyokeres’s errant finishing costs him potential hat-trick as Arsenal end group phase with perfect record
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Arsenal’s struggles: Blip, wobble or something more serious? www.thetimes.com/sport/footba...
Blip, wobble or something more serious? Arsenal’s struggles analysed
Seemingly no longer able to grind out wins, Arsenal’s season will come to resemble the past two if they cannot handle the pressure of another title challenge
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January 27, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Arsenal’s struggles: Blip, wobble or something more serious? www.thetimes.com/sport/footba...
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When comedy writer Max Olesker meets Eliana, the attraction is instant. But to marry, he must agree to the hardest conversion in the world — and circumcision
I’m in love with an Orthodox Jew. Would I get circumcised at 36?
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January 22, 2026 at 7:02 PM
When comedy writer Max Olesker meets Eliana, the attraction is instant. But to marry, he must agree to the hardest conversion in the world — and circumcision
Why have Arsenal struggled in recent semi-finals? www.thetimes.com/sport/footba...
Why have Arsenal struggled in semi-finals under Mikel Arteta?
North London side have lost six and drawn two of their eight semi-finals since lifting FA Cup in 2020 — so what needs to change for Carabao Cup tie against Chelsea?
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January 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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Scott Parker illustrated: Burnley manager who puts his emotions in a sketchbook
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Scott Parker illustrated: manager who puts his emotions in a sketchbook
As curtain goes up on new Premier League passion play, the Burnley manager tells Gary Jacob how he is coping with the pressures of being in the top flight again
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August 15, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Scott Parker illustrated: Burnley manager who puts his emotions in a sketchbook
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After Glasner comments how can Crystal Palace turn their summer around?
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How can Crystal Palace turn their summer around?
Uncertainty about European spot has left club in limbo and with number of unresolved issues, including threat of losing Marc Guéhi and Eberechi Eze
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August 9, 2025 at 7:26 AM
After Glasner comments how can Crystal Palace turn their summer around?
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Oliver Glasner hints at Crystal Palace exit after summer of frustration
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Oliver Glasner hints at Crystal Palace exit after summer of frustration
Manager wants a bigger squad to be competitive in Europe and says he could ‘have the same fate’ as captain Marc Guéhi, with both in the final year of their contracts
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August 8, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Oliver Glasner hints at Crystal Palace exit after summer of frustration
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Big summer for Graham Potter and West Ham after slow start. Paquetá case, Kudus future and selling to buy… www.thetimes.com/article/1e3c...
Make-or-break summer for Graham Potter after slow start at West Ham
Though head coach still has the goodwill of supporters, he needs potentially disruptive and painful reset that could involve 15 players leaving the club
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April 25, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Big summer for Graham Potter and West Ham after slow start. Paquetá case, Kudus future and selling to buy… www.thetimes.com/article/1e3c...
Crystal Palace Daniel Muñoz: from tough streets of Medellin to mixing with ultras
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Daniel Muñoz: from tough streets of Medellin to mixing with ultras
Relentless attitude of Colombian, who James Rodriguez hailed as ‘the best full back in the world’, will be crucial if Crystal Palace are to overcome Aston Villa and reach FA Cup final
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April 24, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Crystal Palace Daniel Muñoz: from tough streets of Medellin to mixing with ultras
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Declan Rice now has confidence to back talent every coach at West Ham and Arsenal has seen in him
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Declan Rice now has confidence to back talent every coach has seen in him
Dominance of display against Real Madrid felt like new territory for self-effacing midfielder – but his former manager David Moyes was not surprised to see him rise to the occasion
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April 10, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Declan Rice now has confidence to back talent every coach at West Ham and Arsenal has seen in him
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Yellow Crocs! Pink suits! Rugby shirts! Ahead of his new blockbuster exhibition, we explain why the artist continues to be a darling of the fashion set
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David Hockney: still a fashion icon at 87
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March 16, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Yellow Crocs! Pink suits! Rugby shirts! Ahead of his new blockbuster exhibition, we explain why the artist continues to be a darling of the fashion set
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As the footballer’s doctors go on trial over his death in 2023, the World Cup winner’s legacy lives on
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How Diego Maradona became a symbol of protest for millions
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March 16, 2025 at 6:02 PM
As the footballer’s doctors go on trial over his death in 2023, the World Cup winner’s legacy lives on
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Peter Withe, Nigel Spink and Tony Morley reminisce about Aston Villa’s 1982 European Cup triumph and contrast with today’s team who are one step from quarter-final. “1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team”
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‘Our 1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team’
As Unai Emery’s side seek to emulate European Cup winners, three of them, Tony Morley, Peter Withe and Nigel Spink, reflect on then and now with extraordinary frankness
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March 10, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Peter Withe, Nigel Spink and Tony Morley reminisce about Aston Villa’s 1982 European Cup triumph and contrast with today’s team who are one step from quarter-final. “1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team”
www.thetimes.com/article/f363...
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Peter Withe, Nigel Spink and Tony Morley reminisce about Aston Villa’s 1982 European Cup triumph and contrast with today’s team who are one step from quarter-final. “1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team”
www.thetimes.com/article/f363...
www.thetimes.com/article/f363...
‘Our 1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team’
As Unai Emery’s side seek to emulate European Cup winners, three of them, Tony Morley, Peter Withe and Nigel Spink, reflect on then and now with extraordinary frankness
www.thetimes.com
March 10, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Peter Withe, Nigel Spink and Tony Morley reminisce about Aston Villa’s 1982 European Cup triumph and contrast with today’s team who are one step from quarter-final. “1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team”
www.thetimes.com/article/f363...
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Arsenal’s most lethal weapon this season, the corner, no longer as potent since Bukayo Saka’s injury
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Bukayo Saka’s injury denies Arsenal their most lethal weapon — his corners
Firepower, speed and an inspirational left winger could make difference for future title challenges, plus having England man fit again to deliver at set pieces
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February 28, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Arsenal’s most lethal weapon this season, the corner, no longer as potent since Bukayo Saka’s injury
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Arsenal’s most lethal weapon this season, the corner, no longer as potent since Bukayo Saka’s injury
www.thetimes.com/article/df3f...
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Bukayo Saka’s injury denies Arsenal their most lethal weapon — his corners
Firepower, speed and an inspirational left winger could make difference for future title challenges, plus having England man fit again to deliver at set pieces
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February 28, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Arsenal’s most lethal weapon this season, the corner, no longer as potent since Bukayo Saka’s injury
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Arsenal’s in-tray …. contracts of star players, appointing a sporting director, elite signings, injuries, disciplinary record….
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Could Arsenal sell William Saliba to shed ‘nearly men’ tag?
Philippe Coutinho’s exit was a catalyst for Liverpool’s first title in 30 years. With Mikel Arteta’s side set to come up short again, they may have to try something similar
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February 25, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Arsenal’s in-tray …. contracts of star players, appointing a sporting director, elite signings, injuries, disciplinary record….
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Graham Potter offered West Ham job with Julen Lopetegui set to be sacked
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Graham Potter offered West Ham job with Julen Lopetegui set to be sacked
Former Chelsea head coach promised money to spend on new signings this month if he accepts contract at Premier League club until end of the season
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January 6, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Graham Potter offered West Ham job with Julen Lopetegui set to be sacked
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