We're by Far the Handsomest Team the World Has Ever Seen

 Three of the most of most prolific strikers in the world are now playing for Arsenal.

The whole of Goonerdom were celebrating the arrival of their latest addition to our beloved Arsenal, Olivier Giroud. The announcement was made official at around 5 o'clock in the afternoon in my time zone, and Beliebers might have the shock of their lives upon seeing the name "Olivier Giroud" topping the trending topics worldwide.

Just like Lukas Podolski's signing, the Giroud signing was a mere speculation for months. But it happened to be Arsene Wenger's worst kept secrets. As of this writing, Arsene Wenger has 3 of most prolific  strikers in world at his disposable and all three happened to be left footers. The lack of quality back up striker really hurt Arsenal's chances of attaining at least a trophy in what was a tumultuous season under Wenger. And doing business this early, made me think that Le Professeur's did learn something from last summer's transfer shenanigans.

Speculations that either Giroud or Podolski could be club captain Robin van Persie's replacement in case the latter's contract negotiations breaks down are just mere speculations. Robin is on a holiday somewhere, and he'll be reporting to the club by July 3 for the preseason training. By then we will know what will be his plans.

I wonder what would be Arsenal's next move? Adding some steel in the midfield by acquiring either Lucas Biglia or Yann M'Vila? Will they purchase a decent goalkeeper to back-up or even challenge Wojciech Szczesny? Which young Guns will be featured in the first team in cup matches? Which young Guns will go on loan? Do we have buyers or willing loaners to some fringe players? Will Joel Campbell finally have his working permit? So many questions by most Gooners that need to be answered. Roll on, July!

PS1: The acquisition of Olivier Giroud officially made Arsenal as the most handsome club in the world. Thus, I took a pun on a favorite Gooner song, "And it's Arsenal".

PS2: All three forwards photographed above have "bromances" with 3 club centerbacks: Lukas Podolski & Per Mertesacker, Robin van Persie & Thomas Vermaelen, Olivier Giroud & Laurent Koscielny.

#MakeTheRules, #MakeItCount

Photo taken from Nike Women FB page.

I have been spending 10 hours of kissing other people’s arses for 6 days. I’m spending my free time kicking my own arse to sweat it out the frustrations in life. ♥

RoadID

It's here! It's finally here.

My fellow MTB riding pals decided to get RoadIDs for our safety. These bands are quite a staple among American multisport athletes. These bands contain some information of the athlete in case (knock on wood) an accident happens.

A history and message from the father-and-son team who made RoadID.

I ordered 2 RoadIDs: 1 for me, the other for my Father. Since these stuff arrived a bit late for Father's Day, so here's my belated father's day gift to you, Pa.

He said, 'Dunk you!'.
No problem, Mr. Basketball Man.

Arsenal 2011-2012 Review

Arsenal Season 2011-2012 was summed up by just 1 photo taken in the dying minutes of the last game of the season.

Ooh to, ooh to be, ooh to be a Gooner

A Patient Named Zooey

I've met a patient named Zooey. And I can't help but sing these lines,

"Hey girl, what you doing? Hey girl, where you going?"

Arsenal Twitter Takeover: When Somebody Answered My Question

For already three occasions, Arsenal FC had a Twitter Takeover (TT) wherein fans all over the world ask some random questions to some selected first team players from the Arsenal. I missed the first two TTs because I was not informed (first TT) and I was busy with work (second TT). I was so disappointed because I missed the opportunity to ask questions to my current Arsenal crushes who were featured in first two editions.

But when they announced that there'll be another TT coming, I said to myself, I must participate on this one! I have to thank the universe for cooperating with me last April 26. The boss was not around, no clients bugging me at the 11th hour and we were done with the patients. So I went to the office laptop and shoot some questions:

First up was, Kieran Gibbs, a left-back.

1. Do you read comic books?
2. Who's your usual roommate?
3. Do you have a pregame ritual?

~Arsenal.com initially favorited my question that is in bold face, then retweeted it!
~Arsenal then tweeted, Kieran says: "I do the same thing every game, I have done it for years. It's the order that I do things."

Photo evidence

First player on the hot seat answered my question! A really proud moment as a Gooner!

Next up was goalie, Wojciech Szczesny! Yup, that's his name! If his name is a word, you'll win the scrabble game.

1. Who is the club bully?
2. Favorite fragrance.
3. Are you religious? Who is your favorite saint?

Third in line was club captain, Robin van Persie, who is really sitting on a hot seat over contract negotiations with the club.

1. Why did you refuse Ruud Gullit's offer to stay at Feyenoord?
2. Do you speak or understand another language other than Dutch and English?
3. What is your favorite Chef Rob dish?*

*This question was asked to all players of Arsenal. Chef Rob Fagg is the Arsenal FC chef who goes with them wherever they go. He is known to serve healthy dishes such as steamed broccoli and such.
~Arsenal favorited the "Chef Rob dish". I was anticipating for a retweet because I am sure Robin will answer it. But my luck ran out. Sigh.

RvP was followed by the ever crocked, Abou Diaby, a midfielder. I never thought I will be shooting so many questions at him. He only plays (brilliantly most of the time) for 30 odd minutes, and goes out of the game injured. He is such an enigma!

1. Who do you think among the lads can have a career as a singer?
2. What were you thinking or doing while you had your long lay-off due to injury?
3. Coissant or baguette?
4. Why aren't you updating your Twitter?
5. Aside from English or French, what other languages do you speak or understand?
6. Favorite non-French teammate at Arsenal.
7. You look like Samuel L. Jackson. Would you consider him to portray you if you'll have a biopic?
8. What do you mix with your tea: milk, lemon or honey?

The TT started with a left back and it ended with a right back, Bacary Sagna.


1. You've got a pretty wife. What did you do to have her?*
*A very TMZ-esque question, right?
2. Do you speak or understand Spanish and Portuguese? You seemed to get along with Mikel Arteta and Andre Santos.


I can't wait for the next TT. I had a guess that RvP and Wojciech were going to be featured in the third edition. Hopefully in the next TT, Per Mertesacker will be included. I already have a question just for him! He he he!

Project: New Hair

It's either the above photo


or the one below...

I haven't decided it yet.