Alan Smith
@9smudge
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Ex-Leicester, Arsenal and England striker now talking about football for Sky and various other outlets. For all enquiries email [email protected]
England, United Kingdom
Joined May 2010
Just feel sick to the stomach this morning. And depressed. And extremely worried for the future of our game.
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I didn’t need penalties though 😄.
4 - Harry Kane is the first player to score a hat-trick of penalties in a European Cup/Champions League match, and the first Englishman to score 4 in a match in the competition since @9smudge for Arsenal against FK Austria Wien in 1991. Fab.
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Result aside, the Emirates is now an aggressive, intimidating place to visit. Got to be good news.
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Controversial opinion: the Emirates creates the best atmosphere in the Premier League.
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Didn’t say that. Total fabrication.
Tierney could be the next Kim Kallstrom fears Arsenal legend Alan Smith and Charlie Nicholas says left-back is not worth £25m
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Yes, gutted not to be involved with @EASPORTSFIFA anymore. For Martin Tyler and myself, it was an honour to voice the game for so long. But nothing lasts forever ☹️.
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Just a small thing but look at the body language here. Kolasinac, Aubameyang and Maitland-Niles are engaged and attentive. The respect for Arteta is clear.
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All of the Arsenal lads are devastated to hear of Kev’s passing. A very sad day ❤️
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Much better from Nketiah. That’s the standard from here on in.
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Don’t think I’ve seen @LacazetteAlex play better in an Arsenal shirt. Superb, as were Odegaard & Chambers.
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22 years today since we lost a very special person. Still miss you Rocky ❤️
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Words fail me on this Stu. Are these people really Arsenal supporters? Take me back to the days when a youth product like AML was cherished and encouraged.
The criticism of Ainsley Maitland-Niles on social media is absolutely disgraceful. He’s a young player who’s played out of position on numerous occasions, he’s never complained and always give his best for the team. How about trying to support the youn players!
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Thinking of KC on the day of his funeral. Rest peacefully mate ❤️
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Can’t believe it’s been 30 years. Wishing all my old teammates a very happy anniversary. Thinking of you Rocky today and always x
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They get my vote.
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Ah, think you may have the wrong man.
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As much as I’d like to take credit for the talent of @CharliePatino10 , I can confirm he’s not related 😀.
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Best decision I ever made.
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Steve Braddock cared for that Highbury pitch like you wouldn’t believe. It was his baby. Such sad news to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to his wife and girls x
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For a living legend, Michael Thomas hasn’t got many followers. Give him a try @michaelthomas_4
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The greatest jersey of all time?. Holland '88.
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They don’t make ‘em like Mr Friar anymore. From tea boy to life president, he’s a true Arsenal legend.
Our much beloved and respected executive director, Ken Friar, is to become a life president of the club from today after deciding to step down from the board and retire from his executive responsibilities.
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A time to be thankful, a time to pay homage, a time to reminisce
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To me and my teammates, Maria was simply a part of Arsenal, someone always there with that familiar cry. So sorry to hear the news.
Terribly sad news about Maria Petri, pictured here watching her beloved Arsenal at Selhurst in 2015, fully engaged in the match, clutching her Pentax camera. RIP
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So, I’ve recruited a top manager and an inspirational centre-half.
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A sad but heartwarming day remembering the life of a friend. You left a mark in this world Maxi ❤️
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I stand by those words. He needed to do more and did, improving enormously in the last couple of months. Maybe listen a little more to people who have actually played in that position.
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So lucky that I joined Arsenal at the start of something special. So proud to have worn the famous red and white.
#OTD in 1987 #AFC legend Alan Smith @9smudge signed for Arsenal 🙌. 👤 347 games .⚽ 115 goals .🏆🏆 Titles.🏆 FA Cup .🏆 League Cup .🏆 Cup Winners Cup.🥇🥇 Golden Boots. Such an underrated player, here he is winning us the Cup Winners Cup in 1994 👏.
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So so proud to play for The Arsenal x.
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I think we can lose the ‘probably’ Michael 😍.
Still probably the greatest end to a league season!. On this day 1989, Arsenal beat Liverpool at Anfield on the final day of the season to win the league title. They had to win by 2 goals. and in the 91st minute Michael Thomas scored to win it.
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So beating lowly QPR is better than winning by two against the reigning champs, four times European cup winners in a stand alone game after everyone else has finished? 🤔.
@DickinsonTimes @9smudge No he isn’t right. Nothing will top 2012 and the Agüero moment. Stop doing this to yourselves. Accept it.
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Thanks Charlie. Nobody wants to be forgotten. Although those sleeveless cardigans probably should be 😊.
I personally feel like George Graham and Alan Smith aren't as rated as they should, the Arsenal that came after them leaded by Arsene Wenger was so good that we usually forget about them.
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I am honoured to say I’ve become an Ambassador for The Kevin Campbell Foundation. I loved playing alongside Kev. We had some great times together. @KJCfoundation
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So much wrong with these decisions. Far from an exact science. It’s a farce that further alienates fans already in danger of falling out of love with the game.
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Whatever you say about Arsenal’s defending (and it leaves a lot to be desired), this team is more feisty and determined than in years gone by.
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Steve Round will be in the stand today. He’s a talented coach with great experience - should be an excellent addition to Arteta’s team
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I like this.
Just Edu strolling across the Ken Friar bridge, engaging with supporters. Great stuff
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It’s obviously been a great day for Arsenal. But one thing stands out. Football truly is a brilliant game.
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Nice tribute to Theo in tonight’s @Arsenal programme. Thanks to @JonSpurling1 for the words 😍
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A sad day. The chairman was Arsenal through and through. He would only appear in the dressing room if we’d won a trophy or if we’d misbehaved! Thoughts with his family.
It is with deep regret that we announce the death of former chairman Peter Hill-Wood, at the age of 82.
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Loving these pics!.
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Booked my train already 😄
Sky will def have our 1st game away at N'castle, no way they'd miss the chance of Alan Smith saying 'they lost 5-1 last time' every 2 mins.
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So proud to wear that famous shirt ❤️.
A pivotal figure in two title wins and an incredibly underrated player for the Arsenal 👏🔴. 29 years ago today, @9smudge retired from football ❤.
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Nice pic Stu.
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If Sven Mislintat was indeed responsible for recruiting Guendouzi and Torreira, what a great shame that he’s going.
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A big thanks to @CliveTyldesley for these commentary notes on Anfield 89. Many more matches available
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Well said Gary.
The New Years Honours list is out & once again they’ve scandalously overlooked someone who should’ve received a knighthood years ago for his service to football, broadcasting & the wonderful charity he co-founded. A very special person & a real gentleman Arsenal legend Bob Wilson
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I remember some good games at this place 🥳.
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Thank you to everyone who sponsored me for the Football to Amsterdam bike ride. Really appreciate it and so does @ProstateUK 🚴♂️👍
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Some night
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A Leicester reunion today to celebrate the birthday of Gordon Milne, a very talented manager who taught us all plenty - a few silver Foxes hoping the boys can stay up
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Remember it well. Scored 2!.
1985 - Liverpool's defeat was the heaviest suffered by a team top of the top-flight table against an opponent in the relegation zone since Leicester beat Manchester United 3-0 on November 23rd 1985. Astounding.
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Well, he had the skill of a Brazilian and heart of a lion. Teammates and fans loved him for his unwavering commitment. He tackled like a rhino before bamboozling opponents. No wonder the crowd still sings his name.
Describe your favourite Arsenal player without using his name. .
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Unbelievable talent and a top roomie 😍.
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Very proud to keep such esteemed company.
This is the 1️⃣2️⃣th time Arsenal have had the top flight’s leading goalscorer. No club has had more. 🥇
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A very well done to Emile Smith Rowe for upholding the family name ☺️
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That idiot with the beard has got to be banned and possibly prosecuted.
Footballers shouldn’t have to deal with this. Shambles.
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As a Brummie, I grew up watching a teenage Trevor tear it up at Blues and then excel under Cloughie at Forest. Such sad news.
Former Birmingham, Nottingham Forest and England striker Trevor Francis has died aged 69.
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Today’s the day! A lot of hard work went into this. Hope people like it
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That is a brilliant idea. It really is. Can I still be in the background too?.
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