The Premier League side welcome Russian opposition to north London as they attempt to keep their continental dream alive Arsenal welcome CSKA Moscow to the Emirates Stadium on Thursday for the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final tie. The Gunners’ hopes of making next season’s Champions League rely on winning this competition and they have shifted their focus on the upcoming game as a result. Having overcome AC Milan in the last 16 they will hope to set one foot in the semi-finals by securing a lead over their Russian opponents in the home leg. Article continues below Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played…

The Red Devils can secure a seat among Europe’s elite by winning the Europa League, but their Spanish midfielder says silverware is the main focus Ander Herrera has “history”, rather than Champions League qualification, on his mind as Manchester United ready themselves for the Europa League final. The Red Devils enjoyed a 25-game unbeaten run in the Premier League this season, but were ultimately forced to settle for a sixth-place finish. Success has been toasted in the Community Shield and EFL Cup, but a return to Europe’s elite club competition has always been the ultimate target. Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game…

The Arsenal manager is only concerned with his team’s fate, not providing more minutes to players hoping to be in Russia this summer Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has ruled out the possibility of selling players in January to boost their World Cup hopes.  A number of Gunners players could be axed from their countries’ rosters for Russia if they aren’t given more playing time.  Jack Wilshere and Theo Walcott (England) and Olivier Giroud (France) are just three examples of Arsenal players who could boost their World Cup chances with more game time.  Article continues below Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game for Inter Sarri…

The Gunners and the Toffees will take in some tricky contests as they endeavour to make their way through Europe’s second tier club competition Arsenal will face BATE Borisov, FC Koln and Red Star Belgrade in the group stage of the 2017-18 Europa League. Everton, meanwhile, will take on Lyon, Atalanta and Apollon. The Gunners, who have missed out on a Champions League berth for the first time under Arsene Wenger, have been placed into Group H while the Toffees are in Group E. Article continues below Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game for Inter Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea &…

The Manchester United midfielder was among the goals on Wednesday as he helped to secure continental glory with victory over Dutch giants Ajax Henrikh Mkhitaryan has welcomed a message of support from his boyhood idol Youri Djorkaeff following Manchester United’s Europa League win. The Armenian starred for the Red Devils throughout the continental competition, with his goals a major factor in their eventual triumph. Mourinho showing Pep how it’s done Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game for Inter Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane takes centre stage as league leaders Liverpool put on…

The Armenian was ineffectual against Spurs but produced another assist masterclass to all but kill off Arsenal’s Europa League tie Four assists in four appearances makes fine reading for Henrikh Mkhitaryan. The Armenian midfielder was part of the deal that saw Alexis Sanchez head to Manchester United and it’s clear in the early going which team got the player more suited to their game. Mkhitaryan was largely ineffectual in the north London derby defeat to Tottenham last weekend but his other appearances have reminded the Premier League why he was so sought after while he starred for Borussia Dortmund two seasons ago. Arsenal’s Europa League campaign presents an opportunity to win European silverware…

Jose Mourinho’s side secured their place in the Champions League next season with their Europa League win, but the 31-year-old may not play a part Wayne Rooney says that he is unsure about his future at Manchester United and conceded that he will have to make decisions ‘over the next few weeks’ concerning where he will be playing next season. Rooney came on in the latter stages of Man United’s 2-0 Europa League final triumph over Ajax on Wednesday and the 31-year-old was the focal point of the post-match celebrations as he hoisted the trophy over his head as club captain. Mourinho: Poets don’t win titles Editors' Picks Juve on…

The Atletico Madrid boss has admitted that he needs to change his ways after being sent to the stands during a Europa League clash at the Emirates Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone concedes that his behaviour needs to improve following his dismissal in the first leg of his side’s Europa League semi-final with Arsenal. Simeone was sent to the stands in the early stages of an eventful game at Emirates Stadium on Thursday, having complained to officials following the red card shown to right-back Sime Vrsaljko in the 10th minute. UEFA has charged the former Argentina international with insulting a match official and improper conduct, with a disciplinary panel to…

The former Gunners striker doubts that a challenge for a continental crown will convince two players running down their deals to pen fresh terms Winning the Europa League is unlikely to convince contract rebels Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil to stay at Arsenal, according to Alan Smith. The Gunners dropped out of the Champions League places last season and no longer have that bargaining chip in discussions with the two players running down their current deals. Arsene Wenger’s side have, however, progressed to the round of 32 in their current continental quest, with Swedish minnows Ostersunds awaiting them at that stage. Article continues below Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled…

The Serie A side take a two-goal lead to Austria next week after a thumping win, but their boss has warned against complacency Lazio head coach Simone Inzaghi has preached caution ahead of his side’s Europa League quarter-final second leg against Red Bull Salzburg next Thursday. The Italians take a two-goal cushion with them to Austria after a pulsating 4-2 win at the Stadio Olimpico thanks to goals from Senad Lulic, Marco Parolo, Felipe Anderson and Ciro Immobile. A controversial penalty from Valon Berisha had cancelled out Lulic’s opener, while substitute Takumi Minamino had looked to have secured a draw with 19 minutes remaining. Article continues below Editors' Picks Juve…