Reaction
Arsene Wenger pleased by Arsenal home form
Arsene Wenger believes that Arsenal's home form will be key in the club's quest for a top-four finish.
Feb 16, 11:05
Arsene Wenger: 'I took gamble on Alexis Sanchez'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits that he took a gamble by starting Alexis Sanchez in the FA Cup fifth-round victory over Middlesbrough.
Feb 16, 00:13
Arsene Wenger impressed with Gabriel Paulista debut
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says that he was impressed with Gabriel Paulista after the Brazilian defender made his debut in the 2-0 win over Middlesbrough.
Feb 15, 21:17
Arsene Wenger: 'Jack Wilshere is close to a return'
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is nearing a return to action, according to manager Arsene Wenger.
Feb 15, 20:57
Arsene Wenger happy with 'focused' Arsenal display in Middlesbrough victory
Arsene Wenger praises the 'focused' performance from his Arsenal players against Middlesbrough which helped navigate their passage into the last eight of the FA Cup.
Feb 15, 18:59
Arsene Wenger: "Sharp" Olivier Giroud the difference against Middlesbrough
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes that Olivier Giroud has transformed into a "top player" since joining the club from Montpelier in 2012.
Feb 15, 18:45
Aitor Karanka unhappy with lack of Middlesbrough intensity at Arsenal
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka is unhappy with his players' intensity during Sunday's FA Cup fifth-round defeat to holders Arsenal.
Feb 15, 18:21
The Match
Match Report
Olivier Giroud's quickfire first-half brace is enough for FA Cup holders Arsenal to beat Middlesbrough and advance to the quarter-finals.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole live text coverage of Arsenal's 2-0 win over Middlesbrough as Olivier Giroud's brace puts the holders into the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
HT Report
Olivier Giroud scores twice in as many minutes to give FA Cup holders Arsenal a comfortable half-time lead in their fifth-round tie against Middlesbrough.
Team News
Arsene Wenger hands a first Arsenal start to Gabriel Paulista in defence, while Alexis Sanchez is also fit enough to play a part against Middlesbrough in the FA Cup.
Preview
Sports Mole previews the FA Cup fifth-round encounter at the Emirates Stadium between Arsenal and Middlesbrough.
Head to Head
Apr 26, 2009 3pm
Arsenal
2-0
Middlesbrough
Fabregas (26', 67')
Dec 13, 2008 3pm
Mar 15, 2008 3pm
Dec 9, 2007 3pm
Form Guide
Build-up
Arsene Wenger calls on Theo Walcott to step up in Alexis Sanchez's absence
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that Theo Walcott faces a "big challenge" stepping up in the potential absence of Alexis Sanchez against Middlesbrough.
Feb 14, 22:45
Middlesbrough captain Grant Leadbitter insists they can beat Arsenal in FA Cup
Middlesbrough captain Grant Leadbitter has said that his team believe they can beat Arsenal in the FA Cup fifth round at the Emirates Stadium.
Feb 14, 18:02
Dean Whitehead claims Middlesbrough can win at Arsenal in the FA Cup
Middlesbrough can cause their second FA Cup upset in a row and win at Arsenal tomorrow, according to Dean Whitehead.
Feb 14, 17:38
Arsene Wenger: 'FA Cup is important to Arsenal'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is adamant that his side have always taken the FA Cup seriously ahead of their match against Middlesbrough in the fifth round.
Feb 14, 02:39
Aitor Karanka: 'Jonathan Woodgate was close to retirement'
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka reveals that defender Jonathan Woodgate was considering retirement earlier this year.
Feb 13, 12:44
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger not underestimating FA Cup opponents Middlesbrough
Arsene Wenger says that he is wary of Middlesbrough's threat after they beat Manchester City in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Feb 13, 10:45
Arsenal's Olivier Giroud: 'We can't allow Middlesbrough to gain confidence'
Olivier Giroud believes that Arsenal need to start on the front foot when they take on Middlesbrough in the fifth round of the FA Cup on Sunday.
Feb 12, 17:31
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka hopes Arsenal's Mesut Ozil will be rested
Aitor Karanka hopes that Arsene Wenger will leave Mesut Ozil out of the Arsenal team for Sunday's FA Cup tie against Middlesbrough.
Feb 12, 16:26
Theo Walcott: 'Arsenal have a great chance to retain FA Cup'
Arsenal forward Theo Walcott believes that the side have a "great opportunity" to retain the FA Cup this season.
Feb 11, 20:08
