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Episodes
The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 24 - 50 years of the Women's FA Cup
May 19, 2021 14:13 - 1 hour - 55 MBFor the latest episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to BBC journalist, broadcaster and commentator Chris Slegg about his and Patricia Gregory's new book 'A History of the Women's FA Cup Final', released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the competition. In the book, Chris and Patricia have uncovered a string of hitherto unknown facts and stats about the competition, which has suffered from a lack of documentation. Chris discusses some of the difficulties and barriers of com...
Arsecast Extra Episode 416 - 17.05.2021
May 17, 2021 11:51 - 1 hour - 96.9 MBIn this episode we discuss Leicester's win over Chelsea in the FA Cup final; the decision made over the future of David Luiz and whether the Brazilian was a good signing for the club; Willian potentially following him out the door; we assess links to Southampton's Ryan Bertrand who has been mooted as a possible signing this summer; and wonder about learning lessons and performance reviews. We then answer questions about Daniel Ek's weekend statement, fan representation at board level, the fu...
Episode 624 - It's a culture thing
May 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBIn this episode I'm joined by James Benge to talk about Arsenal's 1-0 win over Chelsea in midweek, another stand-out performance from Emile Smith Rowe whose stature continues to grow, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's reaction to being taken off, and how it raised the prospect of overtaking Sp*rs (good) and the Europa Conference League (probably not so good). We also talk about Mikel Arteta's interview on Sky and examine why he took such umbrage over certain reports in the media, what lies ahead i...
The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 23 - Did Arsenal hear Jill Roord?
May 11, 2021 08:44 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBIn this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Alex take listener questions around summer signings and departures, discuss the news of Jill Roord's departure to Wolfsburg and the likely arrival of Mana Iwabuchi from Aston Villa. There are also questions on whether Katie McCabe will play at left-back next season, which players have been a surprise during this campaign, why the season ultimately proved to be disappointing and the panel also contemplate a difficult pre-season ahead with...
Arsecast Extra Episode 415 - 10.05.2021
May 10, 2021 09:16 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBIn this episode we discuss the 3-1 win over West Brom which saw Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe shine, Nicolas Pepe score a belter, and Willian finally breaking his duck with a late free kick. We chat about the game, team selection mayhem, Saka finally playing at left-back, and the need to be 'ruthless' in the summer. After that there are listener questions about the squad and who should stay/go, the UEFA Conference League, Joe Willock, rebuilding the midfield, how no European football migh...
Episode 623 - The end is here
May 07, 2021 10:44 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBIn this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman and Tayo Popoola to talk about our elimination from the Europa League after the 0-0 draw with Villarreal last night. We chat about the game, the couple of chances we had in an overall poor performance, the lack of urgency in such a big game, Mikel Arteta's subs (again), and how, over the two legs, we didn't do nearly enough to win and go through to the final. Then the discussion is broadened out to the manager and what happens next with him, his foo...
BONUS EPISODE: What the 'ek is going on?
May 05, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBTHIS PODCAST FIRST APPEARED ON OUR PATREON BUT WE FELT IT DESERVED A WIDER AUDIENCE. IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT ARSEBLOG, YOU CAN SIGN UP AT PATREON.COM/ARSEBLOG Joining me for a bonus podcast is Tim Payton of the Arsenal Supporter's Trust. We chat about their meeting with Daniel Ek and the impression he gave; involvement of former players in the bid and their potential roles; the issue of football club ownership and government regulation; the concept of the 'Golden Share'; fan involvement at...
Arsecast Extra Episode 414 - 02.05.2021
May 02, 2021 20:27 - 1 hour - 90 MBIn this episode we discuss the 2-0 win over Newcastle, the importance of David Luiz after his performance and injury and why more players can't do what he does; a first Premier League for Mohamed Elneny; Gabriel Martinelli's stellar performance; Xhaka at left back again and what it says about Cedric; and the positives from players who came in and made a contribution to the win. Then we answer questions about the protests at Old Trafford today, the team we'd pick for Villarreal on Thursday, M...
Arsecast Extra Episode 413 - 30.04.2021
April 30, 2021 11:23 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBIn this episode we dissect the 2-1 defeat to Villarreal in the Europa League semi-final. We chat about the deployment of Emile Smith Rowe as a 'False 9', conceding the goals we did, a disaster-class in midfield from Dani Ceballos and the manager's role in his sending off, Bukayo Saka winning a penalty and the ice-cold way Nicolas Pepe put it away to salvage something from a really poor night against Unai Emery's team. There's also a little gratitude for the former head coach, plus plenty of ...
Arsecast Extra Episode 412 - 25.04.2021
April 25, 2021 20:21 - 1 hour - 99.1 MBIn this episode we look back at Friday night's 1-0 defeat to Everton at the Emirates. Another game Arsenal shouldn't have dropped points in, but somehow found a way to do it. We chat about the Bernd Leno error and the VAR decision which overturned the awarding of the penalty given for a 'foul' on Dani Ceballos. Then attention turns to the protests before the game, what sparked them, and the thorny issue of the club's ownership. We then take questions about which goalkeeper should play in the ...
Episode 622 - Legacy Podcast
April 23, 2021 04:05 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this episode I chat to Charles Watts of Goal about the crazy week we've all experienced with regard to the Super League announcement, and then collapse. We discuss Mikel Arteta's responses as he became the first person associated with the club to speak publicly, KSE showing their hand and making their end-game clear, and whether or not this might have an impact on the team when we still have so much to play for this season. Then it's Akhil Vayas from the AST to discuss the Fans' Forum me...
Arsecast Extra Episode 411 - 19.04.2021
April 19, 2021 11:42 - 1 hour - 91 MBThis episode is dominated by Arsenal's involvement in the proposed European Super League. We chat about how we feel about the plan itself, and the way that news was delivered with such contempt for fans. There's discussion of the ownership, the executives, what this will mean for fans, for the rest of the season, and how it impacts the games we have left. There's a lot us trying to work this stuff out during the conversation itself, before we do some football stuff surrounding the 1-1 draw w...
Arsecast Extra Episode 410 - 16.04.2021
April 16, 2021 10:18 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBIn this episode we look back the impressive 4-0 win over Slavia Prague in the Europa League, focusing in particular on the impact of Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe. There's also discussion of Nicolas Pepe on the left, two more goals for Alexandre Lacazette, and how Mikel Arteta made it work without key members of his squad available. We also have listener questions about Calum Chambers and his future, back four consistency, facing Unai Emery in the semi-finals against Villarreal, Granit Xh...
Arsecast Extra Episode 409 - 12.04.2021
April 12, 2021 11:13 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBIn this episode we enjoy the 3-0 win over Sheffield United, accepting fully that the opposition wasn't great. We chat about Granit Xhaka at left-back and some very interesting heatmaps that generated; the selection of Gabriel Martinelli and his contribution which culminated in a goal; Alexandre Lacazette's double strike; Bukayo Saka at the 10 and Thomas Partey as a one-man midfield. We then take listener questions about Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's absence, whether reports of squad unrest sta...
Episode 621 - A perilous moment
April 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn this episode I'm joined by Philippe Auclair to talk about Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Slavia Prague in the Europa League. We discuss a disappointing result, the way game was managed, substitutions, the overall performance, the reaction to going ahead, the late equaliser we conceded, and what it says about these players. We also discuss Mikel Arteta in the context of this game, and broaden the discussion out into where we're going, compromised principles, the need for a plan and identity, how ...
The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 22 - Arrivederci Joe
April 08, 2021 10:46 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Pippa are joined by new regular panellist Alex Ibaceta to discuss the news that Joe Montemurro will step down as Arsenal coach at the end of the season. The panel then take listener questions on who the new manager might be, what sort of business the club might do in the summer, Leah Williamson and Vivianne Miedema's contract situations, the strategic review of the Women's team operations, as well as questions on Beth Mead, Lia Walti and...
Arsecast Extra Episode 408 - 05.04.2021
April 05, 2021 10:19 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBIn this episode we look back at the dismal 3-0 defeat to Liverpool on Saturday. We were missing key players, but that's no excuse for such a limp, lifeless performance in which we barely competed. Mikel Arteta's team selection, tactics and approach are up for discussion, and it's clear the manager got it wrong. We also chat about the impact of losing Kieran Tierney, using Aubameyang on the left, and much more, before taking questions about the captaincy, muddled thinking from Edu and Arteta,...
Episode 620 - Joe on the go
April 02, 2021 04:04 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBIn this episode I'm joined first by Tim Stillman to talk about the big news on the Arsenal Women front – the impending departure of head coach Joe Montemurro. We chat about his time at the club, the reasons for his decision, what he'll leave behind and what comes next in terms of finding a replacement. We also discuss the job of squad management Mikel Arteta has to do between now and the end of the season with, hopefully, another 14 games to play in under two months. Then, for some pre-Live...
Arsecast Extra Episode 407 - 29.03.2021
March 29, 2021 11:33 - 1 hour - 84 MBIn this Interlull episode there's not a lot going on from an Arsenal perspective, so we take a load of listener questions. Up for discussion, Martin Odegaard; Lucas Torreira as a potential partner for Thomas Partey; priorities when it comes to the transfer market in the summer; what level of confidence we have in Edu; the World Cup in Qatar; Thierry Henry's decision to leave social media; Calum Chambers; enjoyable inconsequential things in football; and loads more, including the now traditio...
Episode 619 - The Partey partner
March 26, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBIn this episode I'm joined by James Benge and Clive Palmer to discuss a host of topics, including the demands being placed on players going on international duty, and whether there can ever be the right balance; fixture schedules; Martin Odegaard's growing influence on the team; Thomas Partey, what he might bring between now and the end of the season, as well as the need to find him the right partner; progress under Mikel Arteta but weighed up against the flaws which are on display too often...
Arsecast Extra Episode 406 - 22.03.2021
March 22, 2021 12:10 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBIn this episode, we try and make sense of yesterday's extraordinary 3-3 draw with West Ham. We chat about the vast chasm between how bad we can be and how good we can be, the goals we conceded, the incredible response to coming back from 3-0 down, the influence of Martin Odegaard, Calum Chambers and Alexandre Lacazette, how both sides could have won it, and how the things we're doing well are consistently being undermined by the stuff we do badly. Then there are listener questions about cent...
Episode 618 - Coke off what?!
March 19, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 55 MBIn this episode Arsenal's 1-0 defeat to Olympiacos is made less painful by the hilarity of Sp*rs getting knocked out of the Europa League despite taking a two goal lead into their second leg. After laughing at that, we talk about our game, Mikel Arteta's post-game bug bear, Aubameyang's misses, Martin Odegaard, a sighting of the lesser-spotted Gabriel Martinelli, Kieran Tierney, the ridiculous upcoming Interlull and lots more. Follow Andrew @aallensport If you want to become an Arseblog Me...
The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 21 - Patten of play
March 16, 2021 15:08 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this month's episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Arsenal defender Anna Patten – @pattenanna – about her back story as an Arsenal fan, going to Highbury with her uncle when she was six, joining the Arsenal academy as a teenager and playing in every game of the 2017 Spring Series before spending three and a half years in the US college system. Tim talks to Anna about her experiences of playing soccer in Florida and South Carolina before returning to Arsenal in January. Ther...
Arsecast Extra Episode 405 - 15.03.2021
March 15, 2021 12:26 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBIn this episode, it's a very goodly morning as we revel in the 2-1 win in the North London derby. After falling behind to a sheer fluke of a goal, Martin Odegaard equalised and Alexandre Lacazette's second half penalty secured the points. We chat about the collective performance, some very good individual ones, the absence of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the terrifying final 10 minutes, the red card , Harry Kane's nasty challenge, but most of all enjoy an important win over the old rivals and ...
Arsecast Extra Episode 404 - 12.03.2021
March 12, 2021 12:06 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBArsenal's 3-1 win over Olympiacos in the Europa League was a great result, with three brilliant away goals, yet why did Mikel Arteta have a face like thunder afterwards? Could it because we gave away another stupid goal? Yes, yes it was. We discuss this damaging habit we need to shake off as quickly as possible, before we chat about the positives from the night – including starting the game well, scoring goals, and finishing strongly. We also answer listener questions about Nicolas Pepe, the...
Arsecast Extra Episode 403 - 08.03.2021
March 08, 2021 11:38 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBIn this episode we discuss the 1-1 draw with Burnley on Saturday. After a strong start Arsenal failed to make the most of their dominance, and a Granit Xhaka error saw the home side equalise. We analyse that mistake, how it impacted the performance, and chat about a game that we should won even aside from that. There were missed chances, a ridiculous VAR decisions which cost us a penalty, and it all added up to a frustrating afternoon for Mikel Arteta's side. Then there are questions about t...
Arsecast Extra Episode 402 - 28.02.2021
February 28, 2021 19:19 - 1 hour - 75 MBIn this episode we enjoy what was a very nice surprise – a 3-1 win over Leicester. Given the team rotation, with six changes, and some big names not starting, it looked more difficult on paper, and even more so when we conceded another early goal. However, the Arsenal response was excellent, and we chat about the goals we scored, a set-piece routine working, VAR, an influential performance from Nicolas Pepe, Willian playing well, and how well we controlled a game against opposition which hav...
Episode 617 - Saka gets us out of our own jail
February 26, 2021 00:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn and Andrew Allen to discuss our last-gasp 3-2 win over Benfica in the Europa League. As Arsenal are wont to do, we made life very difficult for ourselves, and we discuss our self-destructive tendencies, on display for both Benfica's goals on Thursday evening. We then chat the two goals for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, two assists for Bukayo Saka, that Kieran Tierney goal and the reminders of Bacary Sagna from it, the Willian 'assist' and how much of this...
Arsecast Extra Episode 401 - 22.02.2021
February 22, 2021 13:01 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBIn this episode we look back on the 1-0 defeat to Man City on Sunday. Losing to a team as good as that isn't a surprise, but we explore the sense of frustration afterwards and what else might be informing it. We chat about the team selection, Mikel Arteta's changes, and the early lapse in concentration which cost us the goal that won City the game. Also on the agenda: substitutes, why games against Man City are so weird, and a tired looking Kieran Tierney, plus lots of listener questions abo...
Arsecast Extra Episode 400 - 19.02.2021
February 19, 2021 12:02 - 1 hour - 31.7 MBIn this episode we look back at the 1-1 draw with Benfica in the Europa League on Thursday night. Will we rue those missed chances, or should we take encouragement from the fact we made them in the first place? We discuss Aubameyang's bad night in front of goal, Martin Odegaard showing his quality, another solid Bukayo Saka contribution, and try and figure out why the game played out the way it did, even if it was a bit frustrating. Then there are listener questions about resting key players...
Arsecast Extra Episode 399 - 15.02.2021
February 15, 2021 11:48 - 1 hour - 84 MBIn this episode we go over the 4-2 win over Leeds, discussing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's sensational return to goalscoring form, making the most of our first half domination by scoring the goals we did, Mikel Arteta's positive – and slightly surprising – team selection, the joy of Bukayo Saka, the influence of Emile Smith Rowe, and what was overall a really good win. There is some discussion of the second half, which wasn't as much fun, as well as questions about taking care of Saka and pla...
Episode 616 - European women
February 12, 2021 05:04 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBOn this week's show I'm joined Simon Collings of the Evening Standard to talk about Europa League venue issues, as Covid-19 forces UEFA to scramble around to find 'safe' places to play the games. Should away goals count if neither team is actually playing away? We also chat about Thomas Partey, Nicolas Pepe, the recent defeats to Wolves and Aston Villa and more. Then for the lowdown on the Arsenal Women's season so far, the chase for the Champions League places, contract talks with Vi...
Arsecast Extra Episode 398 - 08.02.2021
February 08, 2021 12:41 - 1 hour - 88 MBIn this episode we go over the 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday. We chat about the early goal we conceded, where the blame goes, and the fact we still had basically the whole match to find a goal but didn't. Are defensive errors being exacerbated by a lack of attacking efficiency? We go through key moments the game, Villa's rotational fouling, Mikel Arteta's one very bad substitution derailing our momentum, Mat Ryan's debut, and what appears to be another Thomas Partey injury. We also a...
Episode 615 - Pepe Power
February 05, 2021 05:05 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBOn this week's show I'm joined by Charles Watts of goal to talk about how Arsenal might react to the midweek defeat to Wolves. Were there enough positives for Mikel Arteta to get back on track quickly? We also chat about the improved form of Nicolas Pepe and why he needs to stay in the team; goalkeeping worries with Alex Runarsson set for his first Premier League start due to Bernd Leno's suspension and an injury to Mat Ryan; future recruitment strategy after the big January clean up; red ca...
Arsecast Extra Episode 397 - 03.02.2021
February 03, 2021 11:12 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBIn this episode we look back at the 2-1 defeat to Wolves on Tuesday evening. A superb first half performance took a dark twist in injury time, and there's discussion of David Luiz, the penalty incident and the red card. We also chat about going down to 9 men when Bernd Leno was sent off in the second half, and the frustration of how quickly a game can change when it looks like you're in control. However, there were positives, things for Mikel Arteta and Arsenal fans to enjoy, and we talk abo...
Arsecast Extra Episode 396 - 31.01.2021
January 31, 2021 18:33 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBIn this episode we chat about the 0-0 draw with Man Utd at the Emirates on Saturday evening. A draw was probably a fair result in the end, but there were some encouraging aspects to the performance – not least the ability to deal without three very important players. We talk about missed chances at both ends, another clean sheet for the Gunners, the half-time sub, and the shortcomings of VAR after the Bruno Fernandes. We then answer listener questions about William Saliba's quotes, Ainsley M...
Episode 614 - Martin OMG
January 29, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBOn this week's show I'm joined by Phil Costa to talk about the loan signing of Martin Odegaard. What can Arsenal expect from the Norwegian international? Where does he fit into the team? Can he play with Emile Smith Rowe? And more, including thoughts on the January transfer window, our recent form, and Thomas Partey. Then, ahead of Saturday's game against Man Utd, I chat with United fan Musa Okwonga about what happened after this season's game at Old Trafford, Solskjaer, Arteta, Lampard, th...
Episode 613: His wrong foot
January 27, 2021 10:34 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this bonus episode, I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss the 3-1 win over Southampton at St Mary's last night. We chat about responding well to early disappointment, how Thomas Partey liberates Granit Xhaka, Nicolas Pepe from the left and his excellent goal, Alex Lacazette leading the line well, Cedric's best game, Bernd Leno's consistency and, of course, the contribution of Bukayo Saka to what was a really solid win against difficult opposition. Follow Andrew @aallensport Hosted on A...
Arsecast Extra Episode 395 - 25.01.2021
January 25, 2021 12:30 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBIn this episode we discuss the 1-0 defeat to Southampton in the FA Cup on Saturday, how Mikel Arteta rotated his team, and what he got from some of the players who had chances to impress. There's chat about Willian and how the deal is turning out in the worst possible way, the Folarin Balogun situation in relation to what we've seen from Eddie Nketiah, the ups and downs of Nicolas Pepe and how it is to separate him from the overall cost of his transfer, cautious excitement about the arrival ...
Episode 612 - Post-match interviews
January 22, 2021 05:02 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBOn this week's show I'm joined by football correspondent for CBS, James Benge. We begin by chatting about post-match interviews, and why so many of them are bland and uninteresting. Is it the players, the questions, the strange timing of these interviews, the media landscape in which they're carried out, or a combination of all of those things. We then move on to Arsenal in a week where the squad has been trimmed, and chat about the work that Edu has to do to convince people, and in what kin...
Arsecast Extra Episode 394 - 19.01.2021
January 19, 2021 11:59 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBIn this episode we discuss the 3-0 win over Newcastle at the Emirates on Monday. The Gunners produced a much better second half to ensure the win and a fifth successive clean sheet. We chat about Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang being back among the goals, the continued – and very exciting – impact of Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka, Thomas Partey's start and what he brings to midfield, as well as an overall look at the last few weeks and the points we've amassed. Then there are listener questions...
Arsecast Extra Episode 393 - 15.01.2021
January 15, 2021 11:04 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBIn this episode we look back at the frustrating 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace at the Emirates on Thursday. We discuss the absence of Kieran Tierney, the number of high touch players whose desire to be on the ball plays into the hands of an organised opposition, a lack of goal threat and a reality check after the last couple of games. Nevertheless, a clean sheet and the return of Thomas Partey were positives. We then answer listener questions about what we need to do at left-back if/when Tierne...
The Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 20 - Girls will be girls
January 12, 2021 09:27 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Women's Football journalist and author Carrie Dunn to discuss the recent reaction and fallout of several WSL players recently contracting Covid after travelling to Dubai during the winter break. What does the strength of the reaction say about our expectations of women and women athletes? Tim and Carrie discuss the "angel in the house" traditions that govern our impression of women footballers and the idea that women's football...
Arsecast Extra Episode 392 - 11.01.2021
January 11, 2021 12:57 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBIn this episode we discuss the 2-0 win over Newcastle in the FA Cup. There's focus on young players Joe Willock and Reiss Nelson who didn't quite take the opportunity, as well as the impact of another youngster, Emile Smith Rowe, who really did. We talk about the game, Bernd Leno's significant contribution, the positive VAR decision, Aubameyang getting on the scoresheet, Nicolas Pepe, and the positive aspects of a game which wasn't especially memorable. We then have listener question as we e...
Episode 611 - Wil-loan and Balogone?
January 08, 2021 05:05 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBOn this week's show I'm joined by Amy Lawrence to discuss William Saliba, after the young Frenchman went out on loan to Nice this week. We chat about a difficult 18 months for a young player and things not going as smoothly as everyone would have liked when he signed back in the summer of 2018. Also on the agenda, Folarin Balogun and his contract situation. Arteta wants to keep him, but is the agent playing games or simply doing his best for his client? Can you give a player minutes just to ...
Arsecast Extra Episode 391 - 04.01.2021
January 04, 2021 12:52 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBIn this episode James and I discuss the 4-0 win over West Brom on Saturday, paying close attention to Bukayo Saka, Emile Smith Rowe, and Kieran Tierney in particular. The Scottish international had a storming game, scored a fantastic opening goal, and there's so much to like about his game and his character. We also chat about Arsenal's brilliant second goal, and the two strikes for Alexandre Lacazette which capped an excellent all-round performance. Then we answer listener questions, with a...
Episode 610 - Sakattack
December 30, 2020 11:47 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MBIn this episode I chat with James about the 1-0 win over Brighton at the Amex Stadium on Tuesday night. We discuss the impact and quality of Bukayo Saka, and how well he works from the right hand side in particular. We had a dodgy first half, a much better second half, and took three points thanks to Saka's contribution and a smart finish from Alexandre Lacazette. We also chat about Emile Smith Rowe, share some concerns over Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and conclude, quite incisively, that it'...
Arsecast Extra Episode 390 - 28.12.2020
December 28, 2020 12:30 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBIn this episode we finally get to talk about an Arsenal win ... the 3-1 win over Chelsea on Saturday! We discuss the additions to the team, what Emile Smith Rowe and Gabriel Martinelli brought to the occasion, how they were well supported by some of the more experienced players, analyse the goals we scored and the intent with which we played in those moments, the somewhat terrifying end to the game, Bernd Leno's penalty save, and what Mikel Arteta will have taken away from a much needed, and...
Arsecast Extra Episode 389 - 21.12.2020
December 21, 2020 12:46 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBIn this episode, sadly we're discussing another defeat – the 2-1 loss to Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday. Even after the dust has settled a bit and tempers have soothed, there's still frustration at the collective performance and some individuals. Willian's first half comes up for discussion, and we wonder what it is that Mikel Arteta sees in him that nobody else can. We chat about the substitutions, the fact we were in injury time before we got a shot on target in the second half, and ...
Episode 609 - Culture Club
December 18, 2020 05:05 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBIn this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to talk about culture. How do you define it at a football club? What happens if you come in and try to change it, but meet with resistance? Can non-negotiables actually be non-negotiable? Who should define the culture to ensure that all the eggs aren't in the basket of one man? This, and lots more, framed around the work Mikel Arteta is doing at Arsenal, the problems he's having with results, how we got to where are now, why a dressing room clear-ou...