Arsenal F.C

We collaborated with the Department for Education ahead of the launch of the British Sign Language GCSE next year, following our full integration of BSL into all home matchdays last season. Before the end of last season, we welcomed Daniel Jillings to Emirates Stadium to experience his first ever fully accessible BSL matchday. Watch below 👇

RNIB paid a visit to Emirates Stadium in July, to provide Blind and Partially Sighted Awareness Training to our Arsenal colleagues and friends from Arsenal Disabled Supporters' Association and Islington Council.   It was a real pleasure to come together again, and a huge thanks to Gareth Davies and his team for delivering some fantastic insights into the matchday experience of blind and partially sighted supporters.   After the training, we took to the pitch in The Arsenal Hub play football using sim specs and blindfolds, experiencing the game in a completely different way.   Through a number of initiatives such as this workshop, we endeavour to ensure that everyone can feel an equal sense of pride and belonging to Arsenal.   Our work with the RNIB follows on from the launch of 'See Sport Differently' the guidance on supporting sports spectators with sight loss, a body of research to which Arsenal was the lead club to contribute.   For the 2024/25 season, we have implemented a new audio-descriptive commentary service provided by Alan March Sport Ltd, and our audio matchday programmes will also now be available to listen to before kick-off.   I'm really proud that access and inclusion is such a focus for us year-round, as we remain committed to understanding the challenges and barriers our disabled supporters face. 

Last night, Emirates Stadium played host to a memorable evening as the Arsenal family and our wider community celebrated the launch of a new book, ‘Black Arsenal’. The landmark book by Dr Clive Chijioke Nwonka offers a comprehensive exploration of our distinctive connection with Black British identity and culture, thanks to decades of iconic Black players and the storied and diverse histories of our supporters on the terraces. Providing a blend of celebration and reflection, the event marked the book’s launch and brought together distinguished guests, including a mix of Arsenal legends, cultural trailblazers, and influential figures from football, culture, and beyond. A heartfelt homage to our deep-rooted connection with Black British culture, guests enjoyed a live DJ set by Radio 1's Jeremiah Asiamah, Caribbean cuisine and exclusive artwork inspired by the book's themes. The event fostered engaging conversations and powerful tributes, culminating in a panel discussion led by our host for the evening Jeanette Kwakye and featuring Arsenal legends Paul Davis and Anita Asante OLY, alongside Arsenal supporter and Ezra Collective musician Femi Koleoso and Dr Clive Nwonka. The discussion considered how Arsenal has become a powerful symbol of multicultural unity, and its significance in today’s society. Paul Davis also spoke movingly about his late friend and fellow Arsenal icon, Kevin Campbell. Paul reflected on their shared journey at the club and Kevin's lasting impact on Arsenal. Thank you to those who have shared their stories and contributed to the book, and to those who attended and brought so much joy to a special evening.

It was such an honour to host the launch of Black Arsenal last night at Emirates Stadium alongside so many guests from the Arsenal family and our local community. Thanks to so many others who also turned out to support and celebrate, many of whom take the game forward with a commitment and focus on diversity and inclusion. It was a pleasure to catch up with familiar faces and meet many more.    The book is an incredible piece of work exploring the relationship between Arsenal and Black British identity and culture that is so deep and distinctive. It shapes who we are as a club, and we thank Dr Clive Chijioke Nwonka for the love and dedication that has gone into this work.   Thanks to those who have shared their stories and contributed to the book that lifts our community and culture here in Islington and around the world in a way that transcends football.    Special thanks also go to Jeanette Kwakye, Paul Davis, Anita Asante OLY, Femi Koleoso and Clive, who spoke so powerfully at the launch.   Black Arsenal is a testament to the strength, spirit, and influence our Black players and supporters have brought to Arsenal and beyond over many years. It brings a real sense of pride, inspiration and belonging.

𝙸̲𝚜̲𝚕̲𝚒̲𝚗̲𝚐̲𝚝̲𝚘̲𝚗̲ ̲>̲ ̲𝙻̲𝚘̲𝚜̲ ̲𝙰̲𝚗̲𝚐̲𝚎̲𝚕̲𝚎̲𝚜̲ ̲𝙸̲𝚜̲𝚕̲𝚒̲𝚗̲𝚐̲𝚝̲𝚘̲𝚗̲ ̲>̲ ̲𝙿̲𝚑̲𝚒̲𝚕̲𝚊̲𝚍̲𝚎̲𝚕̲𝚙̲𝚑̲𝚒̲𝚊̲ ̲𝙸̲𝚜̲𝚕̲𝚒̲𝚗̲𝚐̲𝚝̲𝚘̲𝚗̲ ̲>̲ ̲𝚆̲𝚊̲𝚜̲𝚑̲𝚒̲𝚗̲𝚐̲𝚝̲𝚘̲𝚗̲ ̲𝙳̲.̲𝙲̲.̲ 𝗔𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮, 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱.  This summer, our men’s and women’s teams connected with our Arsenal family across America. Three weeks spent across three cities, with five intense matches to give ourselves the best possible preparation for a new season, bring our supporters closer to us, and support our continued growth. What a summer it’s been for all of us, bringing the best of N5 to the world and making us stronger for it. 

⚽ 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒕𝒃𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒙 𝑷𝒐𝒆𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒙 𝑨𝒓𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒍 ✍ We teamed up with DC SCORES to coach poet-athletes from our D.C. community on our women's team's first ever US tour, bringing football and poetry together to celebrate creativity, expression, and inclusion. Our very own poet-athlete, Lotte Wubben-Moy, joined the session alongside Alessia Russo and Emily Fox. In 2022, Lotte set up our own arts programme for young girls in our community, Time To Explore, which gives young girls a space to express themselves away from the pitch and the classroom. More ➡ https://lnkd.in/ePc7j7mU

Sunday was a momentous day for us all. So proud to see our women’s team in action against Washington Spirit on our first ever pre-season tour.    What a journey we’ve been on to get us to this point, and being here in D.C. with our team shows how far the women’s game has come.    We were also delighted to be hosted at the UK Deputy Head of Mission’s residence ahead of the game to tell this growth story alongside Michele Kang, Christine Cupo, our women’s team partner ABBYY, and Spirit partner CVS Health.   Our own story is 37 years in the making and we are committed to moving the game forward. We’re here because we want to take our next step forward, to grow the game and open the doors for more supporters to connect with our women’s team.     Next season, we’ll continue to push ourselves and the game forward, with Emirates as AWFC’s main home for the first time.    Thank you to the British Embassy Washington for hosting us, and James Roscoe, MVO kind words. 

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞, 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥. We’re excited to announce our new multi-year partnership with Chivas Regal, as our Official Whisky Partner. The partnership will emphasise our commitment to championing our community, progressing culture, and celebrating collective success, supporting both our men's and women's teams. Chivas is also set to elevate the matchday experience for supporters at Emirates Stadium by launching a new Chivas Regal bar within Dial Square with a curated selection of classic, and exclusive to Emirates Stadium, Chivas Highball serves. Read more 👇

𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 ‘92   Together with adidas, we’re proud to unveil our new third kit for the 2024/25 season, marking the return of the adidas trefoil which hasn’t been seen on our kit since our 1992/93 away kit.   Our 24/25 Third kit is made for Gunners around the world with a bold, fashionable design, combined with a hint of nostalgia. A smart, crew neck collar and matching sleeve detailing, complement the elegance of the trefoil and the cannon crest, which features on all three kits this season. These elements combine to create a vibrant, eye-catching look that brings pride, inspiration and belonging to the streets of North London and beyond.   The kit has been launched with an accompanying film that speaks to our Originality, our heritage and our future, and features Arsenal legends Kelly Smith and Vik Akers, lifelong Gooner Will Poulter, as well as captain of our Invincibles side Patrick Vieira. Read more 👇

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲, Athletic Brewing Co. We’re delighted to announce a new partnership with Athletic Brewing Co. as our very first Official Non-Alcoholic Beer Partner. Athletic is the number one non-alcoholic beer brand in the US, and our partnership will see cans of the award-winning Run Wild IPA available at Emirates Stadium for all our men’s and women’s matches. Run Wild IPA will also be served on draught at the club level. We’re excited to have them on board to further enhance matchdays for our supporters. Read more 👇