Manuel Almunia
Born: May 19, 1977 (age 47)
Height: 6' 4" (193cm)
Hometown: Pamplona, Spain
Nationality: 
Spanish
SpanishPosition: Goalkeeper
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2004-2012 | Arsenal |
| 2012-2014 | Watford | |
Sports Mole has 155 articles about Manuel Almunia. Articles 1 to 40:
The top 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history
Following Joselu's remarkable late brace to send Real Madrid into the Champions League final, Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.
May 13, 12:58
Five of the Premier League's greatest North London derbies
Ahead of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur's showdown at the Emirates, Sports Mole picks out five of the Premier League's greatest North London derbies.
Oct 1, 07:58
The top 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history
To mark eight years since Sergio Aguero's unforgettable last-gasp goal to win the title, Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.
May 13, 08:00
Manuel Almunia backs Mikel Arteta to take Arsenal back to the top
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Manuel Almunia backs Mikel Arteta to take the Gunners back to the top of the Premier League.
Apr 19, 11:13
On this day: Emmanuel Adebayor double wins North London derby for Arsenal
On this day in 2007, Emmanuel Adebayor scored twice - including a long-range screamer - to help Arsenal on their way to a 3-1 win over arch rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
Sep 15, 08:00
On this day: Joe Cole, Laurent Koscielny see red in feisty Premier League opener
On this day in 2010, Liverpool and Arsenal played out a dramatic 1-1 draw at Anfield on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
Aug 15, 08:00
On this day: Manchester United beat Arsenal to reach FA Cup semi-finals
On this day in 2011, Manchester United beat Arsenal 2-0 at Old Trafford to reach the FA Cup semi-finals.
Mar 12, 09:57
On this day: Tempers flare between Arsenal, Manchester United
Ten years ago today, there was plenty of drama as Arsenal played host to bitter rivals Manchester United at Highbury.
Feb 1, 15:52
On this day: Dennis Bergkamp goal downs Newcastle United
Ten years ago today, Arsenal moved back above Manchester United into second place with a 1-0 win over Newcastle as Dennis Bergkamp scored the only goal of the game.
Jan 23, 17:28
On this day: Tomas Rosicky brace helps sink Liverpool
Eight years ago today, Tomas Rosicky scored twice as Arsenal knocked holders Liverpool out of the FA Cup at Anfield.
Jan 6, 10:01
On this day: Arsenal share four goals with Chelsea in thriller at Highbury
On this day in 2004, Premier League rivals Arsenal and Chelsea played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at Highbury.
Dec 12, 08:00
John O'Shea: The scorer of important goals
Following his equaliser in Germany last night, Sports Mole looks back on the other important goals scored by John O'Shea.
Oct 15, 11:40
On this day: Robin van Persie bags Arsenal brace
Back on this day in 2007, two goals from Robin van Persie helped Arsenal to record a 3-2 victory over Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium.
Oct 7, 06:49
On this day: West Bromwich Albion surprise Arsenal at Emirates Stadium
On this day in 2010, West Bromwich Albion capped a memorable few days by beating Arsenal 3-2 at the Emirates Stadium.
Sep 25, 10:20
Ex-Arsenal keeper Manuel Almunia retires from football due to heart condition
Former Arsenal and Watford goalkeeper Manuel Almunia retires from professional football due to a heart condition.
Aug 28, 11:38
Preview: Watford vs. Bolton Wanderers
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday's Championship encounter between Watford and Bolton Wanderers at Vicarage Road.
Aug 7, 16:50
Report: Manuel Almunia close to Cagliari move
Ex-Arsenal stopper Manuel Almunia is expected to join Cagliari after their president revealed that a goalkeeper with Champions League experience was poised to join them.
Jul 30, 00:50
Championship club-by-club transfer latest: June 10
Sports Mole brings you the latest transfer news for all 24 clubs in the Championship.
Jun 10, 19:49
Manuel Almunia among seven players released by Watford
Watford confirm that goalkeeper Manuel Almunia is among seven players who will leave the club before the end of June.
Jun 4, 11:46
Team News: Derby County name unchanged side
Derby County name an unchanged starting lineup for this afternoon's Championship match against Watford.
Apr 26, 14:24
Late Charlie Austin winner defeats Watford
Charlie Austin scores late on to secure a 2-1 victory for Queens Park Rangers over Watford.
Apr 21, 16:54
Half-Time Report: No goals at Loftus Road
No goals are scored during the first half of Watford's trip to Queens Park Rangers.
Apr 21, 15:53
Watford too strong for Ipswich Town
Watford claim a 3-1 win over Ipswich Town in their Championship match at Vicarage Road.
Apr 19, 16:57
Half-Time Report: Albert Riera puts Watford ahead
Albert Riera puts Watford ahead in their Championship match against Ipswich Town.
Apr 19, 15:52
On this day: Late Wigan Athletic comeback stuns Arsenal
On this day in 2010, Wigan Athletic score three times in the final 10 minutes to beat Arsenal 3-2 at the DW Stadium.
Apr 18, 09:58
Martyn Woolford snatches point for Millwall
Martyn Woolford's late equaliser rescues a point for Millwall in their dramatic Championship game against Watford this afternoon and keeps their survival hopes alive.
Apr 12, 17:13
Sports Mole's Championship Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out its best XI from last night's games in the Championship, as well as highlighting the biggest numpty and best goal.
Apr 9, 14:30
Watford sweep aside abject Leeds United
Watford secure a comfortable 3-0 win over Leeds United to keep alive their Championship playoff hopes.
Apr 8, 21:50
Half-Time Report: Watford in control against Leeds United
Watford lead 2-0 against Leeds United at half time in their Championship encounter at Vicarage Road.
Apr 8, 20:44
On this day: Lionel Messi too good for Arsenal
On this day in 2010, Lionel Messi knocked Arsenal out of the Champions League with a four-goal haul at Camp Nou.
Apr 6, 10:02
Watford thrash Sheffield Wednesday
Watford get their first away win in 15 attempts with a 4-1 victory at Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship.
Mar 29, 17:01
Half-Time Report: Watford lead Sheffield Wednesday by two goals
Sheffield Wednesday trail Watford 2-0 at half time in their Championship clash at Hillsborough.
Mar 29, 16:00
Watford, Blackburn Rovers play out six-goal thriller
Watford and Blackburn Rovers play out an emphatic 3-3 draw in tonight's Championship clash at Vicarage Road, both sides scoring right at the death.
Mar 25, 21:58
Half-Time Report: Watford, Blackburn Rovers all square
The Championship game between Watford and Blackburn Rovers is 1-1 at half time.
Mar 25, 20:49
On this day: Arsenal defeat Roma on penalties
Five years ago today, Arsenal lose 1-0 to Roma, but advance through to the quarter-finals of the Champions League on penalties.
Mar 11, 10:09
Didier Drogba's Chelsea cup final goals
Tomorrow night Didier Drogba will face Chelsea for the first time since his departure, and Sports Mole looks back on the goals that he scored in cup finals for the Blues.
Feb 25, 11:12
Bolton Wanderers secure vital home win over Watford
Bolton Wanderers secure a vital home win over Watford in their Championship clash at the Reebok Stadium, thanks to goals from Lukas Jutkiewicz and Joe Mason.
Feb 22, 17:11
Half-Time Report: Lukas Jutkiewicz, Joe Mason hand Bolton Wanderers lead
Bolton Wanderers are in control of their clash with Watford at the break as they hold a two-goal lead at the Reebok Stadium.
Feb 22, 15:59
On this day: Arsenal held by Leyton Orient
On this day in 2011, a last-minute goal from Leyton Orient's Jonathan Tehoue earned his side a 1-1 draw against Arsenal in the FA Cup fifth round.
Feb 20, 10:03
Team News: Six changes for Watford, two for Yeovil Town
Watford make six changes for the side that travel to Yeovil Town in the Championship.
Feb 18, 19:42
