Chamakh is Two for Two

Marouane Chamakh has had a great start with his new club.  The striker scored a penalty in the last game against Neuseidl 1919 after being hauled down in the area.
In today's match vs. AC Milan in the Emirate's Cup, Chamakh scored a beauty after being fed by Andreiy Arshavin in the 36th minute.  His mature play and skillful moves earned him the title of Man of the Match in his debut at The Emirates.  Gunner fans warmed to him quickly and gave him a standing ovation when he was subbed off in the second.
It will be interesting to see how he pairs with Robin van Persie (as Wenger has hinted he will) upon his return from extended vacation after the World Cup.
Click here for all the highlights from the match.  Click here for a six-minute highlight reel of just Marouane in the match.

Marouane in action

Fighting for the ball

Being congratulated for his goal

Marouane Chamakh and Arsenal Cruise to Victory

Once again, Arsenal blanked a preseason foe 4-0.  Marouane Chamakh opened his account with the Gunners when he was felled in the area in the 51st minute.  He slotted home from the spot and played well in the second half although he gave away a penalty shot with a handball.  Mannone saved the pen to maintain the clean sheet.

A few pics of Marouane:

Laughing on the bench

So focused!

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Sturm Graz 0-3 Arsenal; Chamakh Does Well

Arsenal beat home side Sturm Graz 0-3 on Wednesday in Austria.  The Blackies had a hard time keeping up with the Gunners and it wasn't long before Samir Nasri scored.  He was set up by Marouane Chamakh in the box and he angled a winner home.
Chamakh almost scored from a corner but his header was superbly-saved by the Blackies' keeper.

Here are a few pics of Marouane in the match (pardon for the watermarks...Arsenal doesn't give the fans watermark-free pics like United do... :(  )

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Relaxing with Nasri in the second half

Nice shot without the watermark

Yoann is definitely jealous.  Is this the new Chamcuff pairing?  Nasmakh or Chamri? :)

Nice shot, but those kits are HORRENDOUS!!!

"Marouane!  Protect the jewels!"

Nasri has gone looney in this photo! :)

Their next match is Tuesday against SC Neusiedl 1919 in Austria, then they are home for the Emirates Cup vs AC Milan on Saturday, July 31

Marouane Chamakh in Austria

Arsenal are in Austria for training before they meet their next opponent tomorrow.
Here are a few pics of Marouane:

Marouane and his teammates ready for training

Training in Austria

Video of Marouane Chamakh in Barnet Match

Here is some raw footage taken by a fan at Arsenal's first friendly with Barnet.

Barnet 0-4 Arsenal; Chamakh Plays For Half

Marouane Chamakh played his first match for Arsenal today, making an appearance in the second half:

http://www.arsenal.com/match-menu/3279613/first-team/barnet-v-arsenal?tab=report

Arsene Wenger had a few words about Marouane:

Arsène Wenger was happy with the contribution of his two new signings at Barnet on Saturday.

Centre back Laurent Koscielny played the first half and striker Marouane Chamakh the second as Arsenal romped to a 4-0 victory. Afterwards, their manager was satisfied with their debuts.
"Both new signings did well over the 45 minutes," he said. "Koscielny adjusted slowly to the required challenges in the air, and you could see Chamakh was very good at bringing players in. With our creative midfielders, that will be suited to our game."

Marouane Chamakh Visits His New Stadium

Marouane has been training hard with his new side Arsenal, but made his first trip to The Emirates to see the pitch he'll be lighting up next season.

Marouane in the locker room

On the pitch

3:23

So adorable!

So serious!

His hair sticking up is adorable!

Amazing smile!

Timeless...

I wish the EPL season would hurry up and start.  Tomorrow Marouane will don the red of Arsenal for the first time in a preseason friendly.

I Miss the EPL!!

I have to say that I am ready for the EPL season to begin.  I'm even more excited to see how Marouane will play with Arsenal.  He was very successful with Bordeaux and created a solid reputation for himself, but London is a new gig and he will have to produce early for the Gooner faithful to support him. 
He has the support of Wenger and also Samir Nasri (as they've been hanging together recently).  He will need allies within a team, especially with a firebrand bigmouth like Gallas in the lockerroom.  His involvement in the recent WC scandal for France must not sit well with Wenger.  My advice would be to dump him now, as he's not important to the team anyway.

Marouane Chamakh Training Photos with Arsenal

Here are more pics of Marouane training with his new team:

Not liking the blue socks...hmmmm

Playing Boxes with teammates

Marouane's First Training with Arsenal

Here are a few pics of Marouane Chamakh on his first day with his new team.  Working closely with him is Samir Nasri, also a French Muslim. 

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Samir Nasri, Marouane Chamakh

Samir, a fitness coach, Marouane

This one makes me laugh...it's almost as if the coach is saying, "this is a ball." :)

Streettttcchhhhhh!

Samir and Marouane learning their dance moves for Britain's Got Talent! :)

I have to say that I'm annoyed with Arsenal.  Bordeaux never watermarked their photos.  Did they really think people will pay money for photos?  They are free on the internet!!!

I hope that Marouane's season is a success...except he can't score against United! :)

Marouane Chamakh Opens Arsenal Soccer School in Morocco

Here are a few photos of Arsenal's newest signing, Marouane, in his parents' native homeland.  He helped to open an Arsenal Soccer School.

Marouane (in Scarface tee...haha)

Marouane at the soccer stadium in Morocco

Being mobbed by fans in Morocco (LOVE the Scarface tee!)

I can't wait for the EPL season to begin...

Pics of a Very Funny Marouane Chamakh in South Africa

Marouane being goofy in SA

Having a laugh with French tv personnel in SA

Showing his new jersey