Arsenal hoy
Definition
A common phrase in Spanish-speaking football communities referring to the English Premier League club Arsenal F.C. on the current day, typically used when discussing match results, player performances, or team news.
Literally translates to 'Arsenal today'; 'arsenal' retains its English spelling and pronunciation when referring to the football club, paired with 'hoy' meaning 'today'.
Examples
El Arsenal hoy jugó como si tuvieran resaca de la noche anterior.
Arsenal today played as if they had a hangover from the night before.
¿Viste al Arsenal hoy? Parecían un equipo de ajedrez tratando de jugar fútbol.
Did you see Arsenal today? They looked like a chess team trying to play soccer.
Preparé barbacoa para celebrar al Arsenal hoy, pero terminé comiéndomela solo.
I prepared a barbecue to celebrate Arsenal today, but ended up eating it alone.
El Arsenal hoy ganó por la mínima, gracias a un portero que parecía adivino.
Arsenal today won by the slimmest margin, thanks to a goalkeeper who seemed like a psychic.