Ian Wright's and Arsene Wenger's speeches as Dennis Bergkamp receives FWA Tribute award

[@mrflooronshift2583]

He didn't just change the DNA of Arsenal, he changed the DNA of english football. Forever a legend

[@yuni360]

"Bergkamp changed the DNA of Arsenal" absolutely spot on! He is the beginning of the modern Arsenal

[@Noel-ji8nm]

A Bruce Rioch signing.

[@biniamdebesay6594]

Teta taking it back to the George graham days unfortunately

[@Disciple13AD]

He really did. Before the likes of Zidane and Ronaldinho he had the best first touch I have seen in football. Long live an Arsenal legend.

[@Noel-ji8nm]

@@Disciple13AD Zidane was cumbersome compared to Bergkamp.

[@williamdonoghue5464]

Couldn't ask for a better speaker for Dennis. Wrighty is a legend

[@alfredlear4141]

Amen

[@Noel-ji8nm]

​@@alfredlear4141Wright never won a league title with Arsenal

[@IplayedtheGame-oe5zh]

Ian Wright is a wonderful human being loved and respected by many beyond football clubs.

[@lucu01]

yep #COYS - he is such a humble person, seems like a great human being

[@TraderInTheLab]

Wrighty always gets emotional when ever he talks about Dennis. Shows just how much he adores him. As do we!

[@jellebigge]

'When Dennis played in the snow he wouldn't leave any footprints'

[@gentlehorst]

Thanks for the reminder.

[@j4yfly]

One of the hardest lines in history

[@AnnaMichaels-vb5xg]

John hartson said that

[@Oscar9tg]

The Iceman

[@ozetomuniru8189]

Wow 🤩 What a beautiful description.

[@richardbroad2848]

God bless Ian Wright for that. He summed up how i felt as a young teenage fan in the summer of 95 when we signed Bergkamp. By the opening day of the league my room was full of Bergkamp posters, some in Holland shirts, some in Inter and Ajax shirts and some taken from him in an Arsenal shirt in pre season which i would look at in wonder, almost in disbelief, imagining what this outrageous player would do for us. As the years went on he surpassed all of those things that the young version of me imagined. I still remember that summer with absolute awe. Thank you Dennis, you are forever my favourate player.

[@AYROZEN]

Le professor Mr. Arsenal Wenger. Pure class. ❤️

[@matthewdoyle3877]

pity AFTV hounded him out

[@BernardSamson-hf6fc]

I was at West Ham vs Arsenal game, when ref sent Bergkamp off, I was sitting with mates (all West Ham supporters, I am Arsenal) they were booing ref, so I said but this helps your team? They replied "we came to watch the best players, and Bergkamp is the best". Even they thought ref was in the wrong - Steve Lomas had three kicks at Bergkamp, before he (Bergkamp) retaliated, which got him red card.

[@fredrickmutambisi7757]

If only we could turn back the hands of time. The Bergkamp Arsenal is the real Arsenal. Absolute class.

[@Sheniselui]

Dennis Bergkamp = Poetry in motion

[@lesmartin8131]

The greatest compliment I have for Dennis Bergkamp is that he's at the very top alongside Charlie George.

[@Arseverse]

My absolute favourite player of all time in an Arsenal shirt, pure class. So happy to see him honoured

[@hermandobernardes722]

Wrighty's speech was absolute class. You felt it from his heart

[@saifuddinsaid2510]

Dennis Bergkamp is one of the best creative striker to ever Grace the EPL

[@MrBuckfast92]

The world mate... he was an absolute icon internationally for Holland as well

[@saifuddinsaid2510]

@@MrBuckfast92agreed

[@MrBuckfast92]

Could listen to Arsene speak about football on repeat absolute top class bloke and hilarious at times too.

[@fettsfigures]

When will they give Wright his statue?? What a true gent!! He’s Arsenal through and through. Love his appreciation for Bergkamp

[@josephsserugunda4042]

With wright, wenger and bergkamp in one place its football summarized

[@shawnchong8468]

This man rightly deserves every single honour dorn on him. He was the most elegant and efficient player to have played in the Premier League. I have not seen another player like him in English football. He left an indelible mark in British football and is a true legend of the game. I became a fan of Arsenal FC because of Dennis Bergkamp. To me, the addition of Patrick Vieira, Thierry Henry, and the other French contingent were just icing on the cake for the club. Like Diego Maradona, he is an unforgettable iconic figure in football.

[@mikemcgowan7278]

If anyone wants to know how much hard work and dedication Bergkamp put in before he even became a professional footballer, and if you haven't read it already, I'd highly recommend his biography - Stillness and Speed. One of the best books I've ever read.

[@vijinho]

It's a great read, no fluff, just tremendous insight and understanding of the game.

[@Football-is-fixable-alright]

One of the greatest to ever play the game and someone who never shouted about it. What a player 👏 Thank you Dennis

[@markwhitaker3673]

What a privilege to watch Dennis Bergkamp play-he was just on a different level. Ian Wright-such an ambassador for Arsenal, his enthusiasm is so uplifting- what a genuinely nice fellow and no mean footballer himself.....

[@PhilipModest]

It's about time Ian Wright was knighted!

[@mathewbaldwin3446]

Legend . Thank you dennis for for all the special memories ❤

[@Shanthan33]

Wrighty is the perfect person to speak about the Ice Man....he's all heart and always speaks straight from the heart ❤️ 🤍

[@MLH-vm7lk]

My favourite arsenal player. Absolute legend and North London royalty

[@Geegeeranks]

100% facts Dennis was THE BEST BAR NONE

[@Afe.j.69]

Respect to Bruce rioch for bringing Dennis Bergkamp to Arsenal! One of the best players to grace the hallowed turf at Highbury. Thanks for the memories Dennis and all your beautiful goals and skills. Great Times!! ❤

[@JamesLenehan-e6z]

Wasn't Rioch. David Dein was the one who signed him

[@jeffparker8913]

@JamesLenehan-e6z Arsenal got Rioch in because they wanted someone unimpeachable after the George Graham bung scandal. Word at the time had it that Rioch was none to pleased to be told he wouldn't have responsibility for transfers, that he would only be able to recommend players to the board so he got his own back by "recommending" what was basically a fantasy world 5-a-side team. He was as surprised as anyone when we signed Bergkamp and Platt.

[@jarvissamuel32]

As a Liverpool I just want to say that this guy is a footballing legend. As Ian Wright said, he could play in any era of the game and was as smooth as silk. The original number 10 if ever you wanted one. If he wasn't afraid of flying, goodness knows what they might have also achieved in Europe and possibly a few more titles.

[@Lornes.Cawks.inflationOfficer]

....does it matter that you're a Liverpool fan?

[@ibrahimelmi9374]

The Newcastle goal. That was a really wonderful goal, and the skill he used was an unseen one before.

[@Tom-ws2zx]

The fact that since that day in March 2002 there’s never been a goal like it speaks volumes of how specially unique it was…

[@dannykay5536]

Defo the best number 10 the premier leagues ever had to think arsenal had that much quality all at the same time such as pires bergkamps viera and then the best premier league player of all time in henry is insane and im old enough to have witnessed it beautiful time to be a gooner that was

[@onenation9510]

My first memory of Dennis was bewilderment!....I couldn't understand why he didn't run about like an energetic Ian Wright. Dennis had a completely different way of playing from the frenetic English players. Like Glen Hoddle he had the capacity to control time because he had a delightful first touch!...He was the Conductor of an Orchestra; controlling the rhythm of play. He would momentarily pivot like a ballet dancer to extricate himself from a situation or deceive a committed tackle unlocking a stubborn defence to allow a team mate the opportunity to score! Put simply most footballers walk like ducks, play like ducks, and have the intelligence of ducks but Dennis Bergkamp was a Swan!!

[@alistairdancepmm]

Just to listen to Wrighty makes me cry. He is the definition of authentic

[@QUILLTUBE]

Ian wrights speech was amazing. db10 the goat

[@Joni-29]

He is the main reason for me to become arsenal fan & loved football .so happy to see him honoured and he deserve it ❤DB10

[@ChrisBWelch]

Thanks for sharing this, these 3 guys sum up Arsenal for me. Passion, style, creativity and pure love for the game and my club. Dennis is a legendary player and changed the way people looked at us. Arsene changed football, Wrighty was one of us and made us believe we took could play at the highest level, but together these 3 gentlemen are everything Arsenal is and will be forever. With Mikel Arteta at the reins we are in excellent hands. So proud to be a Gooner!

[@starluck-1]

Berg lamp is the reason I support Arsenal. I saw him play and that’s it, I was all in…a gunner for life. Thanks for all the beautiful memories Dennis!

[@lewishurley7690]

Bergkamp....

[@Gius3pp3K]

Bet you regret that now 😂😂😂😂

[@Yanto-Bardic]

Dennis Bergkamp THE Greatest Player Ever To Grace The Prem or Any Team or Pitch.

[@IzzyMann]

I think the same!

[@FCB1899JogoBonito]

Agree! Bergkamp is football

[@tigergooner7214]

Definitely mate 👌

[@andrewmarsden1970]

Utter class. Technically one of the best ever.

[@Thierry-in-Londinium]

Am abassador of the club & a pivotal figure in our transition to the EPL era. And a true gentleman & scholar also. You can hear it shine through in his eloquence & focus. Bergkamp is (without doubt) a AFC legend. People ironically forget the other clubs he played for, such was his impact & success at AFC.

[@lancedsouza1547]

Listening to Prof speak about Dennis .. superb

[@adamAshleyford-s7h]

My fondest memories at Highbury were of Dennis and Ian together on the pitch. Fantastic and an emotional tribute.

[@marzipanmonkey]

He might not have the crazy stats to match the greatest PL players of all time but in terms of pure talent and artistry he deserves to be right up there still. Still one of the most graceful players to come to this league.

[@kayiverson5304]

100 agree

[@vijinho]

Neither was Zidane a "stats player", too much emphasis on stats these days, but they were decisive when it mattered.

[@PaddyVieira4]

Best first touch I've seen.

[@andreiarshavin9843]

Agreed. And you got players and pundits talk about mahrez 😂 give it a rest.

[@Ambassel]

I love football because of Arsenal❤

[@Goonermac82]

Something in my eye 🥹

[@Gius3pp3K]

Your eyeball 😂😂😂

[@raykwon7]

This is lovely. Dennis Bergkamp is, I believe, the greatest Arsenal player in history.

[@emielvroegh103]

Wel mooie dat oud Ajacied Dennis Bergkamp een oeuvreprijs ontvangt. 😊

[@goldl9427]

Dennis Bergkamp - pure magic!

[@user-zh1lz1rj6e]

Glad this happened, Dennis has become very underrated in recent years.

[@alfredlear4141]

Not a Gooner but two top speakers and Dennis Bergkamp ❤

[@rahulbhatt3431]

Too much legendary-ness in one video!!!!! Wrighty, a gem and amazing player and guy. Bergkamp- the man who changed Arsenal and Arsene Wenger- the classiest man ever man who changed English football.

[@tigergooner7214]

Love ❤️ this man and Ian Wright and The Professor ❤what joy 😊

[@muhydinaden552]

A deserved honor for a humble master of the game Dennis Bergkamp i still remember the way he rounded a Newcastle defender "Dabizas " to score one of his memorable magical goals thst surely haunts but awes football to date .....my heart smiles when I see this Arsenal great....❤❤❤❤❤ COYG ....

[@chidiekweonu]

Brilliant Footballer

[@raytanner4138]

Denis Bergkamp didn't change Arsenal's dna but he did change English footballs dna. Herbert Chapman changed Arsenal's dna turning us into winners in the 1930's. 127 goals in 1931, 118 in 1933 and 115 in 1935 three of our 5 title winners in 30's. Charlie George, Liam Brady, Tony Adams, Patrick Viera and Thierry Henry carried on the dna.

[@lesmartin8131]

Spot on Ray ,

[@AymenMiftha]

Dennis Bergkamp Absolute" A" class.🎉

[@IzzyMann]

Thank you for uploading this

[@documax123]

Ian is a genuine man and speaker. A footballer with substance.

[@kevinho754-c1g]

One of my most memorable moments as an Arsenal fan was witnessing the Invincible seasin in 2003-2004. Watching the team go unbeaten in the league, playing beautiful football under Arsene Wenger, was an experience I'll never forget. The atmosphere at Highbury during that time was electric, and solidified my love for the club even more.

[@K2nadejda]

When mans cry 🥹 Wenger , Ian , Iceman Henry

[@noahholland1795]

Legend.

[@Longrunthefox]

Bergkamp had the Best 1st touch ever in the game.

[@kevinho754-c1g]

As a fan of Arsenal, I rank Dennis Bergkamp among the greatest players of all time. He played in an Arsenal shirt as a midfielder and as a second striker, or supporting striker, he was a pure class.

[@denzelarmstrong1819]

Dennis is one of my favourite players of all time funny thing is we are both named after a Manu grate Denis Law I kept the one N but he added the extra n later in life RIP to Denis Law and God bless the Ice Man

[@alfredlear4141]

RIP Denis Law ❤

[@roncatton7101]

It must have been something truly and very special playing alongside our great Dennis Bergkamp because even just supporting our Arsenal and watching Dennis from the stands or tv was very special on its own for us fans. A Legend that will stay a legend in football for life..👏👏 I also pay respects and tribute to the Legend of our time Dennis Law 👏👏 and sincere condolences to his family, friends, and the world of football.

[@Geegeeranks]

Lawman👏🏽

[@DevonBeckles]

Unless you a Spurs fan plz like de vid this man is a living legend not only Arsenal but in football he did grace the field wid a different type of passion ....

[@Stewartgray418]

Still love Arsene wenger, what a guy

[@ellemarr7234]

Ian Wright is a class act. Much love from a United supporter 😊❤

[@ianplayer3329]

Fantastic player 👌👌👌

[@just2cool111]

Been a Liverpool fan for 45 years and I’ve seen some fantastic players at my club but Bergkamp was an incredible player had grace skill vision and a nasty side what a player 🙏

[@philrobinson1455]

Great player and a great person! 👏👏👏

[@clairepp9755]

It was a privilege to watch dennis play. Very happy memories.

[@Afc1987]

Dennis Bergkamp was 🥶🥶🥶 not Cole parmer I'm a arsenal fan Dennis Bergkamp was a unbelievable player that goal against Newcastle United away I still think how did he score that goal 🔥🔥

[@gusnas7297]

Dennis Bergkamp was A 🐐 ❤

[@SidneyDaniellson]

Berkamp = LEGENDARY

[@Johnson-xx9pm]

My favourite overseas PL player: Touch, vision and pass. Just sublime.

[@Footfamballily]

Absolutely well deserved Legend of the game

[@siphopilime2035]

My heart is full❤❤❤

[@kilika0934]

An absolute legend, not like the crap we have had for the last decade.

[@daveedbinne4116]

Papa ❤️ Arsene Winger+ Wright

[@Roscoe-P-Cold-Chain]

The man was pure class, that goal against Argentina..I swear my jaw was on the floor..A true Artist of Football. I watched that team beat my team Leeds at elland rd 1-4..The Leeds fans applauded them off the pitch at the end..I’ve been going to that ground for 40 years at that has never happened before or since..Honestly that team was class and I’m glad I got the chance to see them..❤

[@banares6880]

Bergkamp like Ozil absolutely unbelievable both with genius abilty who were incredible fir tge club

[@JoycesMeyer]

Oh Dennis. If you know and love the game, you will know how special Dennis is and how much he changed the epl.

[@Geegeeranks]

The legendary

[@nancymccarthy4953]

God, mercurial, genius and beloved legend. Scored so many sublime goals but the greatest goal of all time was the Newcastle goal. Thank you Dennis for gracing the famous red and white and for changing my club forever ❤

[@odd_job_007]

The emotion you got from watching Dennis play and score goals during that era is unforgettable. What an absolute player. He should have got a Ballon d'Or!

[@luisdelobo1]

Rip Denis Law utd trio Best, Charlton and Denis Law what players We ve got Dennis Bergkamp 🤝

[@darrenpeden4592]

What a player 🥳

[@emekaadeyinkagodswilljr3646]

My greatest Arsenal player of all time. He was a complete footballer. He is always a beauty to watch.

[@profamitgupta]

Such a humble man and a complete team player. Selflessly worked for the team and never demanded attention which stars crave for. Bergkamp was the perfect example of what a football player must aspire to be.

[@TheJdh4]

I remember where I was when Nelson Mandela was freed, when Michael Jackson died, When The Queen died, and I remember where I was when I heard that we'd signed Dennis Bergkamp... That's right, I was in front of the TV :).

[@richardbroad2848]

@@TheJdh4 Me too, page 141 on Teletext.

[@dappadondadda100]

Do you remember where you were when JFK, Elvis, and Princess Diana passed?

[@SabeloMdlalose25]

Wrighty man!♥

[@MrSausdog]

The Greatest.

[@marvinchamata958]

The goal against Newcastle for me is the greatest premier league goal of all time

[@Tony-z3p1r]

Far more important things in life than kicking a bag of air. Give these awards to th e working man in the street!

[@barryabrahams1530]

Sometimes it feels like a dream to me that Dennis Bergkamp ever came to play for us. Forever grateful for your impact

[@humphrey2391]

Bergkamp is in Ned eigenlijk best ondergewaardeerd, 1 van de top 3 beste spitsen die Ned gehad heeft

[@documax123]

Out of all the great English clubs, Arsenal is pure class. Special.

[@raykwon7]

22:42 "You did score...probably from my assist, but it's ok!" 🤣🤣

[@danwatts197]

Lovely to see Clouseau's bow tie as it should be. I used to stand on the North Bank back then and how lucky we were to see the Ice Man and Wrighty on a Saturday afternoon. Wonderful memories