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Arsenal 23/12/21 12:00pm

Paul Merson: My message to gambling addicts

In a candid interview with Sky Sports, Paul Merson opens up on his gambling addiction, and why his new book 'Hooked' is more about helping others than telling his story.

Paul Merson 20/12/21 4:00pm

Merson Says: Bielsa stubbornness reminding me of Wenger

Paul Merson draws Marcelo Bielsa and Arsene Wenger comparison, heaps praise on talented Gabriel Martinelli, and expresses fears for Chelsea's title bid.

Paul Merson 13/12/21 5:00pm

Merson says: Arsenal's Auba problem, they needed a new captain

Paul Merson says Arsenal have a "major problem" on their hands with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and thinks his former club needed a new captain.

Paul Merson 27/11/21 10:00pm

Merson unconvinced by Rangnick at Man Utd

Paul Merson has questioned whether Ralf Rangnick's track record makes him the right person to turn around Man Utd's fortunes.

Cristiano Ronaldo shows his frustration during Manchester United's defeat at Watford
Paul Merson 22/11/21 11:59am

Merson Says: Ronaldo signing messed up Ole's plan

Paul Merson believes the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo threw Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Manchester United plan "out of the window".

Paul Merson 09/11/21 2:00pm

Merson Says: Gerrard or Lampard for Villa

The opportunity to manage a massive club like Aston Villa seldom comes around, says Paul Merson, who backs Steven Gerrard or Frank Lampard to succeed Dean Smith.

Paul Merson 02/11/21 10:31pm

Merson: Ronaldo phenomenal but result papers over cracks

Paul Merson lauded Cristiano Ronaldo's "phenomenal" equaliser against Atalanta but insisted the 2-2 draw merely papers over the cracks for Manchester United.

Dean Smith's Villa have lost their last four games in the Premier League
Paul Merson 02/11/21 3:25pm

Merson Says: Smith needs to work out his best XI

Ahead of Villa's FNF clash at Southampton, Paul Merson runs the rule over his former club, with boss Dean Smith under pressure following four straight league defeats.

Paul Merson 29/10/21 7:00am

Merson Says: Rivals want Man Utd win to keep Ole in

Paul Merson says Man Utd's European rivals will be hoping they win at Tottenham to keep Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in situ at Old Trafford.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer walks off the pitch after Man Utd's 5-0 defeat against Liverpool
Paul Merson 27/10/21 7:00am

Merson Says: Only luck has spared Ole the sack

How has Ole Gunnar Solskjaer avoided the sack? Should he walk away? Time for the players to step up? Paul Merson dissects Man Utd's 5-0 defeat by Liverpool.

Paul Merson 22/10/21 6:10am

Merson Says: Liverpool's front three best in world again

Paul Merson says Liverpool's front three is the best in the world again but warns Man Utd can never be written off at Old Trafford.

Paul Merson 19/10/21 2:00pm

Merson Says: Did Solskjaer really want Ronaldo?

Cristiano Ronaldo must be given a completely free role if Manchester United are to get the best out of him, according to Paul Merson.

Newcastle United fans celebrate at St James' Park following the announcement that The Saudi-led takeover had been approved
Paul Merson 15/10/21 7:00am

Merson Says: Toon success not a given - they need 17 players!

Paul Merson insists Newcastle are not guaranteed success despite their big-money takeover, and says they need at least 17 new players.

Paul Merson reflects on his BBC documentary 'Football, Gambling and Me'
Football 12/10/21 12:00pm

Merson on his documentary: I just wanted to help one person

Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson says he has been overwhelmed by the response to his BBC documentary 'Football, Gambling and Me'.

Paul Merson 28/09/21 3:40pm

Merson says: Arsenal top-four contenders but Nuno at risk

Arsenal can mount a top-four bid this season, says Paul Merson, who also dissects Harry Kane and Man Utd's struggles, before telling us why he's concerned for Nuno.

Paul Merson 27/08/21 7:00am

'Liverpool the acid test of Chelsea title credentials'

Liverpool at Anfield will be an acid test of Chelsea's title credentials - but both teams can make a statement, says Paul Merson.

Paul Merson 24/08/21 3:38pm

Merson: Mid-table Arsenal a million miles away

Paul Merson delivers a frank assessment of Arsenal's standing as a football club and warns Mikel Arteta will come under fire if results do not improve.

Chelsea were completely dominant in their 3-0 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday
Paul Merson 18/08/21 10:00am

Merson Says: Arsenal recruitment lazy, Lukaku Chelsea's game-changer

Paul Merson criticises Arsenal's recruitment under technical director Edu in his latest column, while praising Chelsea for a 'mind-blowing' performance against Palace.

Paul Merson 09/07/21 3:00pm

Merson says: Italy will be worried about England

Paul Merson says Italy will be worried by the prospect of taking on England in front of a partisan crowd at Wembley in Sunday's Euro 2020 final.

Paul Merson 17/06/21 9:00am

Merson Says: Southgate to make major changes

Paul Merson says Gareth Southgate could make major changes to his starting XI for England's second Euro 2020 Group D game against Scotland.

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