LAYTH YOUSIF finds streets alive with history, struggle and celebration under the Golden Gate sun - from Arsenal chants to the contradictions of the modern US

In the second part of his Oakland diaries, LAYTH YOUSIF continues to be inspired by the volunteer-led CityTeam — an organisation offering hot meals, clothing and friendly support to those who need it most 

Across the bay from the World Cup spectacle, CityTeam is offering hope to people experiencing life on the streets, addiction and deep poverty, writes LAYTH YOUSIF

In the second of his Canadian World Cup diaries, LAYTH YOUSIF finds Toronto buzzing with anticipation ahead of the forthcoming global tournament

For the first of LAYTH YOUSIF’S Canadian World Cup diaries, he discovers a Gunners’ haven in Oshawa, Ontario, and explores the town’s role in the historic 1937 labour strikes

Premier League champions Arsenal will finally lift the coveted trophy this weekend after 22 long years. LAYTH YOUSIF pays tribute to and remembers those who are not here to see it

All to play for at Ashburton Grove next week as Arteta’s Arsenal draw with Atletico

Eze’s goal-of-the-season contender put the Gunners ahead before player-of-the-year favourite Declan Rice doubles the lead to see Arteta’s side through to the last eight

From pirate statues to surplus Wembley seats, The Dripping Pan offers a reminder that the game’s soul survives beyond the Premier League glare, writes LAYTH YOUSIF

Gyokeres stars as the Gunners take a slender lead back to north London despite Garnacho brace

Gunners turn the screw after the interval to blow away Emery’s side in emphatic fashion, writes LAYTH YOUSIF

As another sporting year draws to a close, LAYTH YOUSIF offers his annual reflection on the matches, moments and memories that made it special

Arsenal 1-0 Everton

By Layth Yousif 
at the Bramley-Moore Dock Stadium
 

Madueke and Martinelli’s magic seal sixth Champions League win as majestic Gunners sweep past Bruges