Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s cathartic last minute 2-1 victory against Newcastle at St. James’s Park. The panel discuss the significance of the victory, Arteta’s attacking approach to the game amidst recent narratives of setting up negatively, and the standout performances of Jurrien Timber, Declan Rice and Mikel Merino amongst others. There’s analysis of the controversial refereeing decisions, praise for Martin Odegaard’s cameo, and love for the limbs in the away end. There’s also chat about the significance of William Saliba’s new 5-year contract, a look ahead to Arsenal’s Champions League match against Olympiacos at The Emirates on Wednesday, and a tribute to former Arsenal academy forward Billy Vigar who sadly passed away last week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on a professional performance in Arsenal’s 2-0 win away to Port Vale in the Carabao Cup. The panel discuss the class of Eberechi Eze’s first Arsenal goal, Max Dowman’s impressive cameo, yet another contribution from Leandro Trossard from the bench and Myles Lewis-Skelly’s adjustment to less minutes this season after his whirlwind debut campaign last year. They also discuss Arsenal’s current injury problems after Madueke’s knee injury and Arsenal Women being awarded Team of the Year at this year’s Balon D’or ceremony. Plus, a look ahead to a huge match against Newcastle at St James’ Park this weekend, and we hear from Bill in Malibu in the latest instalment of ‘Up Your Arsenal’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on a frustrating but potentially vital 1-1 draw at home to Manchester City. The panel discuss both the positives and negatives of the draw, recognising how good Manchester City really are, Arteta's a cautious approach, whether the starting lineup was the correct one and the attacking substitutions that helped rescue a point. Plus, a look ahead to Arsenal’s Carabao Cup game away to Port Vale on Wednesday. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Art de Roché and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s 2-0 win away to Athletic Club to begin their Champions League campaign. The panel chat about the team’s tricky start to the game, the amazing atmosphere in Bilbao, Arsenal’s impregnable defence and their “finishers” from the bench as Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard made the difference. Plus, a look ahead to another massive game in the Premier League as Arsenal take on Manchester City at the Emirates on Sunday and we hear from David in Dublin in the latest instalment of ‘Up Your Arsenal’. Produced by Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on a near perfect afternoon for Arsenal as they breezed past Nottingham Forest 3-0 at The Emirates. The panel chat about how much there was to enjoy from the performance, the amount of options Arsenal now have, and how much this team has evolved since last season. They also discuss the excellent performances across the pitch but particularly those from the new signings Madueke, Zubimendi, Eze and Gyökeres. Plus, a look ahead to Arsenal’s Champions League opener away to Athletic Bilbao on Tuesday night. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for a special mailbag episode, catching up on the international break and answering your questions. The panel discuss Madueke's impressive performance vs Serbia, Nottingham Forest swapping Nuno for Ange, whether Andrea Berta's first six months at the club have changed how Edu's legacy is viewed, which player would make the best mayor, and those would make the cut in Amy's acid jazz band. Plus more film trilogy chat, a look ahead to Forest on Saturday, the latest Up Your Arsenal segment featuring Rodrigo from Brazil and much, much more. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal 4-1 opening day win against London City Lionesses in the WSL, highlights from the men's players during the International Break, William Saliba’s injury and Gabriel Martinelli’s struggles of late. Plus, the panel answer your questions in the latest Handbrake Mailbag. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to discuss the fallout post Liverpool, the validity of some of the narratives that have surfaced since, Arteta’s perception in the media, the transfer window and Andrea Berta’s impact since arriving. There's also chat about movie sequels with various tangents after Art watched The Godfather Part's 1 & 2 (can you tell it's the international break?). Plus, we hear from Mike in Melbourne in the latest instalment of our new feature 'Up Your Arsenal'. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence, Art de Roché and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. They discuss the cautious approach from both teams, Arsenal’s lack of game changers, the latest impact injuries, how the new signings are adjusting, and the media narrative of Arsenal’s performance being boring. They touch on Eze’s debut, Martinelli’s difficulties, and there’s praise for the performances of Mosquera, Calafiori and Madueke. Plus, discussions around Arsenal’s injury issues, the Champions League draw and deadline day incomings and outgoings. Producer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence, Art de Roché and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to continue basking in the good feelings around Eze’s signing, they discuss the potential arrival of left footed defender (Arteta’s favourite) Piero Hincapie, potential departures of Jakub Kiwior and Reiss Nelson, and the overall financial value of the first team squad. The quality of Hale End and Max Dowman are also discussed and of course, they look ahead to the big game at Anfield on Sunday. Plus, we start a new feature on the pod called ‘Up Your Arsenal’ with South African fan Andre first up. Producer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Eberechi Eze’s unveiling as an Arsenal player and Arsenal’s proceeding 5-0 demolition of Leeds in the first match at the Emirates this season. The panel chat about their favourite parts of Arsenal’s heartwarming announcement of Eze’s signing and his fantastic reception at the Emirates, and they pay tribute to Ian Wright including how lucky we are to have him as an ambassador with calls for a long overdue statue. They also discuss Jurrien Timber's stellar performance and his importance in the team, the Victor Gyökeres’s show and his first goals for the Arsenal, and the debut of Max Dowman at 15 years old. Plus the Ødegaard and Saka injuries, the atmosphere at the Emirates and remaining transfer activity. Producer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal look to have hijacked Eberechi Eze's proposed move to Spurs. The Athletic's David Ornstein has reported that a deal has been reached in principle, with the Crystal Palace no.10 on the cusp of returning to the club he spent part of his youth career. Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas, and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to revel in the news, discussing the romance of the deal, the various factors that lead to it happening, what he’ll bring to Arsenal, and of course, have a laugh at Spurs' expense. The bad news is that the transfer may have been actioned in part due to an injury to Kai Havertz, the panel consider the impact his omission could have on Arsenal's season. Plus, a new contract for Leandro Trossard, the PFA Award winners, and a look ahead to Leeds on Saturday. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's battling 1-0 victory over Manchester United in their season opener at Old Trafford. The panel dissect a disappointing performance, including the difficulties Mikel Arteta's side faced on the day, struggling to take advantage in transition and being caught out at the back. Plus, the impressive and vitally important performance from David Raya, and favourite smash-and-grab victories over the years. Producer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence sat down with Mikel Arteta for an exclusive interview ahead of the new campaign. On today’s Handbrake Off, we hear the conversation, before Amy, Adrian Clarke and Ian Stone reflect on the chat. Arteta spoke about his approach to integrating young players into the first team, his evolution as a manager, the difficulties he faces when making decisions that affect players, plus much more. The panel also look ahead to Arsenal’s season opener against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. With focus on our tricky trips there in the past, the threat Manchester United currently hold, and how Arsenal may approach the game. Plus there's a discussion around Oleksandr Zinchenko’s new chapter in his autobiography, where he sheds light on the difficulties he’s experienced since dropping out of the first team. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-0 win against Athletic Bilbao, the final game of pre-season. They talk about Victor Gyökeres’s first goal (a header!), Zubimendi’s fantastic performance, positive showings from other new faces and who else but Bukayo Saka. Plus the importance of Ethan Nwaneri's new contract, and a look ahead to the new season, including expectations and predictions. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-2 defeat to Villarreal, in which Viktor Gyökeres made his first start. Mikel Arteta doesn’t like the semantics of the word ‘friendly’, and internally he refers to these games as ‘tests’ – but how much can we really read into these games? With the trip to Old Trafford just 10 days away, the panel discuss whether the performance left them concerned, the difficulty of finding the balance during pre-season, and how Mikel Arteta may approach Saturday's game against Athletic Club. Plus Nwaneri and Dowman impress again, Gabriel and Timber return, and is Fabio Vieira leaving the club? Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence returns alongside Adrian Clarke and Ian Stone to bring you the latest from Arsenal's pre-season tour of Singapore. Viktor Gyökeres was unveiled before the 3-2 victory over Newcastle on Sunday, that saw another exciting cameo from 15 year old Max Dowman. The panel discuss Gyökeres' career to this point including his determination to get to the very top, and whether Arteta has a genuine decision to make over Dowman's involvement this season. Plus celebrations and reflections on England winning back-to-back European Women's Championship's with SIX Arsenal players heavily involved. Reiss Nelson's potential departure, contract talks with William Saliba and Granit Xhaka returning to the Premier League are also discussed. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to talk all things Arsenal as the men's pre-season tour gets underway in Singapore. The panel discuss the return of both Gabriel Magalhães and Kai Havertz, Ethan Nwaneri's new contract, the latest on transfers and Mikel Arteta's most recent catchphrase 'ready to reach new heights'. Plus The Athletic's women's football writer Megan Feringa is with us to talk Olivia Smith's arrival from Liverpool after Arsenal broke the world record transfer fee. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Arsenal look to be signing a striker, finally. The Athletic's David Ornstein and Mario Cortegana have reported that a €73.5m deal has been agreed for Sporting's Victor Gyökeres. James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on the news, the ongoing deal for Valencia's Cristhian Mosquera, and whether they are warming to the idea of Noni Madueke, who has been given permission to undergo his Arsenal medical. With six signings expected to arrive before pre season, the panel discuss the work Andrea Berta has done already and how Mikel Arteta may integrate these players into the side. Plus more of your questions are answered including who may leave the club this summer and whether outgoings could impact an approach for Eberechi Eze. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a busy week for Arsenal news and Ian Stone is joined by Art de Roche and James McNicholas to talk through it all. From the signings of Martin Zubimendi & Christian Nørgaard to bolster our midfield, to the rumours swirling around Victor Gyökeres, and the links to Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze. Plus reaction to Gabriel Heinze joining Arteta’s coaching staff and Takehiro Tomiyasu sadly leaving the club. There's also a discussion on the charges against former Arsenal player Thomas Partey. Producer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.