Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

In this episode we're looking back on, and enjoying, a second 4-1 North London derby win of the season. We chat about Arsenal's early dominance, and the nonsensical nature of the early stoppage in the game which, thankfully, didn't halt our momentum. We should have been ahead at the break after Eberechi Eze put us 1-0 up, but a big mistake from Declan Rice saw them equalise. We turned the screw in the second half though, with another from Eze and two from Viktor Gyokeres who put in a really impressive performance. We also discuss the disallowed goal and David Raya's incredible save, as well as how the Gunners responded to the midweek disappointment at Wolves. In part 2 we have questions about Jurrien Timber and Cristhian Mosquera, whether Eze should keep his place for the game against Chelsea on Sunday, Declan Rice's on-pitch comportment in recent times, whether we'd like to see Sp*rs get relegated, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Also, if you're a fan of the show, please leave us a rating/review on your favourite podcast app, it'd be greatly appreciated! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this hastily scheduled half of an Arsecast Extra, James and I look back at last night's horrendous 2-2 draw with Wolves at Molineux. We discuss the team selection, and how after making a great start, Arsenal failed to capitalise on Bukayo Saka's early goal. Despite going 2-0 up, we let it slip, and we analyse the goals we conceded, the unpleasant trends regarding our goal concessions this season, and how the defensive lapses are secondary to the fact that the attack looks so inhibited at this moment in time. We also wonder if that plays a part in the way the team played with fear in the second half, what it all means for the title race, the questions about our mentality, the growing sense of now or never for Mikel Arteta and, at the heart of it, a sense of frustration because we know this is a team capable of much better than we've been seeing of late. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Also, if you're a fan of the show, please leave us a rating/review on your favourite podcast app, it'd be greatly appreciated! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look back at the 4-0 win over Wigan in the FA Cup 4th round on Sunday. It looked like we were going to see Myles Lewis-Skelly in midfield, but a late rejig saw Bukayo Saka play there instead. There's a lot of discussion of him in that position, and whether it's something we might, or indeed should, see more of between now and the end of the season. We discuss the flurry of goals we scored in the first half, the contribution of Eberechi Eze with two assists, a firing forward line, and the way the rest of the game played out with some interesting young cameos in the second half. There are also listener questions about Cristhian Mosquera, Ethan Nwaneri's unsettled situation in Marseille, Ben White and Christian Norgaard, injuries in the warm-ups, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Also, if you're a fan of the show, please leave us a rating/review on your favourite podcast app, it'd be greatly appreciated! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn of the Stadio podcast to pore over last night's 1-1 draw with Brentford. We discuss a first half in which nothing much happened, but one which raised further questions about Eberechi Eze, and how we get more out him in an Arsenal shirt. The half-time introduction of Martin Odegaard helped, Noni Madueke put us ahead but we immediately sat back and Brentford equalised not long afterwards. We try and explain how and why that happened, as well as chatting about the final stages of the game in which we could have both won and last the game, coping with the chaos of the opposition set-pieces, hindsight substitutions, the grind of the Premier League, what Mikel Arteta will do – if anything – to try and find the attacking spark, and lots more. Follow Ryan on BlueSky here: https://bsky.app/profile/ryanhunn.bsky.social Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look back at the 3-0 win over Sunderland on Saturday afternoon. There's discussion of a tricky enough first half and the visitors' approach to the game, before Martin Zubimendi cracked the game open with his 6th goal of the season. The Gunners had chances to score more, and we then talk about the impact of Mikel Arteta's substitutions after Viktor Gyokeres came off the bench to score twice and Gabriel Martinelli provided an assist for one of them. We also touch on the influence of Leandro Trossard and the midfield pairing of Declan Rice and Zubimendi, before we answer questions about William Saliba, shirt pulling, Martinelli's performance levels this season, the big game at Anfield between Liverpool and Man City, and loads more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie cast an eye over Arsenal's 1-0 win over Manchester City in the WSL. There is focus on Arsenal's defensive improvement this season, the decision to play Olivia Smith at centre-forward, yet another player of the match performance from Kim Little and how the Gunners maintained control in a fixture usually defined by chaos. Then in part two, Tim and Jamie take listener questions from BlueSky. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to look back at Tuesday night's 1-0 win over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg. We discuss Chelsea's approach to a game they had to score in, and their decision to essentially nullify the game for an hour, giving them less time to find a goal. Was this an understandable tactical approach from Liam Rosenior, or something of a misstep. We also chat about how Arsenal dealt with the game, leaning into our defensive solidity, before scoring what was a very enjoyable goal right at the end through Kai Havertz to absolutely ensure our pathway to a Wembley final next month. As well as that, there's discussion of what this trophy might mean for the team and the fans after so long without tangible success, and lots more besides. Follow Lewis on BlueSky here: https://bsky.app/profile/lgambrose.bsky.social Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie talk through an eventful 3-2 win for Arsenal over Corinthians in the FIFA Champions Cup on Sunday. They discuss the game, the tournament as a whole and how to place it emotionally and as a sporting spectacle and the feeling of the tournament on the ground. In part two, Tim and Jamie take your questions from BlueSky and discuss news around Katie McCabe's contract, the potential signing of Ona Batlle and talk about the imminent squad rebuild overall. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look back at the 4-0 win over Leeds at Elland Road on Saturday. We chat about the team selection which saw Kai Havertz start, and help bring a different kind of dynamic to the team's midfield set-up, with Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi playing distinct roles too. We also discuss Noni Madueke, a late call-up after Bukayo Saka's warm-up injury, and his contribution with an assist and a belatedly awarded goal. In the second half Viktor Gyokeres missed a chance but also tucked one away well, there were important cameos off the bench from Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus, and a resounding win was made more impactful by the points Man City dropped yesterday. In part 2 we have questions about Mikel Merino's injury and whether or not Arsenal will move in the market before this evening's deadline, potential beneficiaries of the Spaniard's absence, Declan Rice, Ethan Nwaneri, tomorrow's night Carabao Cup semi-final, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by Charles Watts to look back at Arsenal's 3-2 win over Kairat Almaty in the Champions League on Wednesday evening. We discuss the impactful return of Kai Havertz with the German involved in all three goals; Viktor Gyokeres' up and down evening but one which was encouraging in certain aspects; a first half which should have brought more goals; second half changes; not winning this one by a greater margin; and some reflections on the Champions League campaign after eight wins from eight games. We also chat about Martin Odegaard and how the captain is struggling for form this season, whether Mikel Arteta needs to find greater involvement for Eberechi Eze, the manager's pre-game comments about getting on the boat for the final months of the season, and lots more. Follow Charles on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@CharlesWattsAFCnews Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim gets the lowdown on the other teams participating in this week's FIFA Champions Cup, which Arsenal will participate in as the current champions of Europe. First Tim talks to freelance African Football journalist Ali Howorth for an in-depth look at semi-final opponents ASFAR of Morocco, their history, key players and the broader context of women's football in Africa and Morocco. Then Tim talks to Sports Illustrated's Jenna Tonelli, who covers Gotham FC about a rollercoaster couple of years of success for them. At the end, Tim gives us an overview on CONMEBOL champions Corinthians and how they have dominated Brazilian and South American women's football. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look back at the 3-2 defeat to Man Utd on Sunday, Arsenal's first home loss of the season. We try to understand how the team went from in control of the game, to 1-0 up and then lost its way in almost every way possible, on and off the ball. There's analysis of the goals we conceded, scrutiny of Mikel Arteta's quadruple change from the bench which felt more desperate than anything else, the impact of those subs, equalising through Mikel Merino before United got the winner. Has this been in the post a bit over the last few weeks due to our recent form, and why is there a difference in level between Premier League and the cup competitions? We also have questions about the atmosphere/fan reaction, magic moments (or lack of), our under-performing attack and whether it's a collective loss of form or something more structural, the need to change the dynamic of the team and ways we can do so, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie look back at Arsenal's 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. They look at how Arsenal's gameplan exposed Chelsea in central areas and Chelsea's selection errors and injury absences played into Arsenal's hands. There's discussion on how the Gunners' press and their out of possession effort helped them to win the game, as well as some calm finishing. In part two, Tim and Jamie take listener questions submitted on BlueSky. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to look back at the 3-1 win over Inter Milan on Tuesday night. In an enjoyable game, Gabriel Jesus shone with two goals and an excellent performance overall. We assess that and whether or not he's played his way into the starting line-up for Man Utd on Sunday. We also chat about the way Mikel Arteta successfully rotated his side, an impressive display from Bukayo Saka on the right hand side, the goals we scored, including a confidence booster for Viktor Gyokeres, and Arsenal's progression through European competition this season. There's also a bit about Ethan Nwaneri's potential loan move to Marseille, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look back at the 0-0 draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday. We start by reckoning with the fact we've extended our lead at the top, despite a sense of frustration that permeated after a goalless draw. Then we move onto the match itself, and the key incidents including big chances missed by Gabriel Martinelli and Viktor Gyokeres, with some focus on the striker, what he's not bringing to the team right now, and what that requires of Mikel Arteta. There were second half changes, a slightly contentious penalty incident, but the game played out in disappointing fashion as we struggled to create. In part 2 there are questions about our attacking potency based on some stats, Declan Rice's 'outburst' at the end, how we view draws, Martin Odegaard, reconfiguring midfield from time to time, and loads more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie look back at Arsenal's 2-0 FA Cup win over Aston Villa on Sunday. They analyse the performances of Smilla Holmberg and Kim Little, consider what changed in the second half to see Arsenal really assert themselves on the game, how Arsenal exposed Villa on set-pieces. Then Tim and Jamie take listener questions on dream draw for the fifth round, January reinforcements, the performances of Anneke Borbe in goal and there's a look ahead to the Subway Cup semi-final against Manchester United on Wednesday. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by Phil Costa to look back on Wednesday's 3-2 win over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at Stamford Bridge. We chat about the early goal which silenced some noisy home fans, and a relatively even first half, before Viktor Gyokeres got a much needed goal to make it 2-0. We discuss the goal we conceded before making it 3-1, and the chances we missed to go further ahead before they got another goal back. We analyse some individual performances, like Martin Zubimendi and William Saliba, and look at this is as a positive result which could have been even better, but which leaves us with some work to do in the second leg. All that, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie begin by discussing Renee Slegers’ new contract and the promotion of Jodie Taylor to Technical Director and how Taylor’s role will work in conjunction with Clare Wheatley. Then there is discussion over the 0-0 draw with Manchester United, why Arsenal are struggling to convert dominance into goals this season, how the Manchester United red card solidified the visitors’ defensive game plan and whether Slegers’ substitutions could have done more to influence the outcome. In part 2, Tim and Jamie answer your questions from Bluesky. 🟥 The family of Kyra Cooney-Cross has setup a GoFundMe page to help them with medical bills while they come to terms with Jess Cooney’s recent terminal cancer diagnosis. You can donate here if you would like to. 🟥 Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look back at Sunday's 4-1 FA Cup win over Portsmouth. We discuss the 10 changes Mikel Arteta made to his side, and whether that contributed to an iffy start for the Gunners, before we focus on Gabriel Martinelli's fine hat-trick, the ups and downs of Noni Madueke's performance, the return of Kai Havertz after such a lengthy absence, and how it was nice to experience a game without all the stress and anxiety that is part of the Premier League season so far. We also answer questions about Myles Lewis-Skelly, the upcoming Carabao Cup semi-final against Chelsea, links to Marc Guehi, as well as reaction to the Per Mertesacker news and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look back at Thursday's frustrating 0-0 draw with Liverpool. Arsenal failed to live up to expectations but still extended their lead at the top of the Premier League. The Gunners had the best of the first half, but fell way short in the second period – we analyse the reasons why that was the case, before touching on Viktor Gyokeres' performance and how much of an issue this is now for Mikel Arteta. We also chat about how Liverpool created very little, the subs we made, and the recent run of form wins that ended with this draw, before answering listener questions about the Gabriel Martinelli/Conor Bradley incident; what options we have up front as well as ways to get more out of Gyokeres; Myles Lewis-Skelly; like for like changes; and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.