[1][2] The team were within one point of league leaders Manchester United at the end of February,[3] but a run of just one league win throughout the entirety of March and April ended their challenge.

[4] Arsenal's attempts to win the Champions League were ended once again by Barcelona, being beaten 4–3 on aggregate at the round of 16 stage after defeating them 2–1 at home, whilst hopes of winning the FA Cup were ended in the sixth round following a 2–0 defeat to Manchester United.

The team came closest to silverware in the League Cup, reaching the final, only to concede a Birmingham City winner in the 89th minute.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Last updated: 22 May 2011Source: Match reports in Competitive matchesOnly competitive matches = Number of bookings; = Number of sending offs after a second yellow card; = Number of sending offs by a direct red card.