Away From Hale End

Folarin Balogun's 4 goals propel him to the top of Ligue 1's scoring charts. A late equalizer against PSG and hattrick against Lorient lead Flo to steal the headlines. Charlie Patino scores against Southampton in the FA Cup. 5 more Hale Enders go out on loan on deadline day, including Nathan Butler-Oyedeji, Marquinhos and more. 

At first, I was somewhat confused at Brooke Norton-Cuffy's recall from Rotherham to transfer to Coventry City, but after watching him play 2 matches there, it's clear Arsenal want him to learn how to play as an inverted right back. 2 matches in, and BNC is already much improved. Charlie Patino and Miguel Azeez will have to learn what life is like under new management. Folarin Balogun continues to...

Arsenal recalled 3 players so far in January, as Brooke Norton-Cuffy returns from Rotherham to go to Coventry City, Miguel Azeez returns from Ibiza to go to Wigan Athletic, and Ovie Ejeheri returns from Chelmsford City for the time being. Multiple Hale Enders impressed in the FA Cup 3rd round, including, Charlie Patino taking down Premier League side Nottingham Forest, Tim Akinola helping Chesterf...

Folarin Balogun is BACK with a BANG. Flo scored a brace against 3rd place Stade Rennes in Stade de Reims return from the World Cup break. Charlie Patino continues to anchor a much improved Blackpool midfield. Ovie Ejeheri and Arthur Okonkwo continue to shine in between the goal posts. Miguel Azeez is recalled from his loan spell in Spain. Alex Kirk is back and fit 2 MONTHS EARLY and ready to pick...

Charlie Patino played in a new role for Blackpool this week, serving as a deep lying midfielder and showing his defensive and physical prowess. We await the return of Folarin Balogun and Stade de Reims for another few days. The trio of Hale End goalkeepers, Tom Smith, Ovie Ejeheri, and Arthur Okonkwo continue to impress.

After a month hiatus, Hale End Productions goes 1 by 1 through all 18 loanees plus one extra special academy player who's shining bright (it's not who you think). The highlights of the season have been Folarin Balogun's 8 goals in Ligue 1, Charlie Patino's defensive prowess and progressive passing, Brooke Norton-Cuffy's domination on the right side of the pitch, Arthur Okonkwo's penalty saves and...

Brooke Norton-Cuffy shines for Rotherham in a new position on the left flank. BNC's skillset flourished in the half-spaces, as his in-swinging crosses, left-footed passes, and technical prowess made for an easy transition into a new role. Folarin Balogun scores again for Reims, his 8th goal of the season. Alex Kirk scores again, his 2nd goal in 4 matches as Ayr United stay top of the league. Omar...

Charlie Patino is dominating every midfield he comes up against. First touches leaving defenders in the dust. Switches of field spurring counter attacks. Shots outside the box finding the corner. Tackling the ball off the opposition with ease. Stepping into passing lanes. You name it! Folarin Balogun keeps scoring goals, this time a goal that will remind many Gooners of Thierry Henry. Marcelo Flor...

Charlie Patino gets put to the test in a hectic, physical, and frantic Championship matchup with then top of the table Sheffield United. Patino stood tall to the task and impressed. Nikolaj Moller scores his first competitive goal of the season, sending FC Den Bosch to the next round of the KNVB Cup. Brooke Norton-Cuffy gets some much needed rest and follows that up with an excellent performance a...

Mika Biereth is finally healthy and became Waalwijk's hero, scoring 2 goals to beat Groningen. Folarin Balogun continues to score goals and improve his all around CF play. Charlie Patino and Brooke Norton-Cuffy impress in the Championship, while Tyreece John-Jules gets his first chance at striker and scores a match winner to keep Ipswich top of the table. Tim Akinola and Ovie Ejeheri win man of th...

Bukayo Saka dazzles for England, cementing his place as the Lions starting RW for the World Cup. In the ranks of the Young Lions, Folarin Balogun Charlie Patino, and Amario Cozier-Duberry score and Ethan Nwaneri, Lino Sousa, and Myles Lewis-Skelly impress. Mika Biereth continues to light it up (when healthy), but Tim Akinola and Omar Rekik can't catch a break. OH, and you won't want to miss the sp...

Ethan Nwaneri makes his debut as the youngest player in Arsenal and the Premier League's history at just 15 years old. The attacking midfielder is filled with technical skills, tactical awareness, and supreme physical traits. What's next for Nwaneri now that he's played for Arsenal's senior team at such a young age? In other news, Miguel Azeez makes his debut for Ibiza, Charlie Patino returns from...

Folarin Balogun cannot be stopped, adding 2 goals and 1 assist to his tally for Reims this season. A match winner, a penalty won, and much more for Flo as he's now scored in 5 of 6 matches this season. Brooke Norton-Cuffy plays 180 minutes, including a brief cameo at a new position. Miguel Azeez and Tim Akinola make their loan moves on deadline day and Nikolaj Moller inches closer to a return to t...

Brooke Norton-Cuffy makes his championship debut as Rotherham keep a clean sheet and win 2-0 with BNC at RWB. Folarin Balogun comes up against a physical side in Lyon, Nikolaj Moller returns to action, Marcelo Flores keeps his starting spot in the league, and an update on Mika Biereth as he finally returns to training. All that and more as 8 Hale Enders feature this week on loan.

Folarin Balogun has done something no Reims player has done in 47 years, scoring a goal in each of the clubs first 3 matches. Brooke Norton-Cuffy has joined Rotherham in the Championship and given the #10 jersey for the season, as well as Salah-Eddine Oulad M'hand joining Hull City and given the #10 shirt. Marcelo Flores makes his first competitive start for Real Oviedo in their win over Leganes a...

Marcelo Flores subs on in the 2nd half for Real Oviedo and makes his senior club debut, impressing with his comfortability on the ball and incisive dribbling. Folarin Balogun scores again for Reims, this time from the penalty spot as Flo puts in a masterclass in center forward play. Charlie Patino impresses in both of his appearances for Blackpool, but unfortunately picks up an ankle injury that h...

Charlie Patino shined as bright as expected in his debut and won man of the match in his first senior start. Blackpool fans already have a song for the wonderkid, singing it loudly throughout the stands. Folarin Balogun scored in his debut cameo for Reims, showing his ability to find the back of the net with his head and looked up to the speed of senior football in a top 5 league. 11 Hale Enders t...

Season 2 of Away From Hale End starts off with a bang! I discuss my love for this Charlie Patino loan move to Blackpool, where he'll work alongside the same manager Brooke Norton-Cuffy did last year. A chance for Patino to prove himself in the Championship and bring that energy back to Arsenal next season. Also, Folarin Balogun gets his move to Reims FC in Ligue 1 where he'll get his first consist...

Kev from the Twitter handle Next Generation Arsenal (@scoutingindoors) joins Away From Hale End to discuss everything we can expect from the top Hale End products still at the club and already on loan throughout the 22/23 season. We breakdown what Patino, Walters, Norton-Cuffy, Azeez, and more should be expected to do this year and react to the shocking news of Omari Hutchinson's departure. Kev an...

Mika Biereth has exploded in preseason with RKC Waalwijk, scoring 5 goals and adding 1 assist in just 4 games. He's already scored with both feet, his head, and from the penalty spot, as well as exhibiting his excellent link-up play skills. Biereth isn't the only one hitting the ground running on loan, as Nikolaj Moller and Omar Rekik both have scored for their loan clubs and Harry Clarke assisted...

Brooke Norton-Cuffy came on in the 71st minute to help England score the winning goal and lift the trophy at the U19 European Championship. Arsenal also find loan deals for Alex Kirk and Ovie Ejeheri, as well as a permanent move for Zak Swanson. On this episode, I also break down potential pathways for other Hale End prospects and who might just make it to the 1st team this season.

Brooke Norton-Cuffy and England U19s beat Italy to make it to the finals of the European Championship. It wasn't BNC's best performance in the semi-final, but it allows for room to grow and show his mental fortitude in the next match. Also, Daniel Ballard's Burnley move turned sour and has found himself at Sunderland on a 4-year deal. Lastly, Nikolaj Moller has returned to FC Den Bosch on loan. Mo...

Brooke Norton-Cuffy is a shining star for England in the U19 European Championships. His play from right back has garnered recognition from many rival fans and scouts alike. However, not many are talking about my new fascination with Norton-Cuffy's skillset. In other news, Daniel Ballard, Tyreece John-Jules, Mika Biereth, Omar Rekik, Harry Clarke, and Jordi Osei-Tutu have found new homes. Some are...

Marcelo Flores makes his first senior competitive appearance for Mexico, Balogun and Smith Rowe secure top of the group for England U21, and Daniel Ballard continues to earn his nickname the "Duel Demon". All that and more, as our Hale End stars wrap up their international duties and get ready for preseason with Arsenal.

With 4 goal contributions between them, Emile Smith Rowe and Folarin Balogun help England qualify for the U21 European Championships. Daniel Ballard scores a goal as he made 2 starts for Northern Ireland in the UEFA Nations League, and Karl Hein saved a penalty for Estonia in that same competition. Some questions still to be asked though, like why hasn't Marcelo Flores made an appearance for Mexic...