In this episode we begun by chatting about the extraordinary charges leveled at Man City by the Premier League as a four year investigation becomes public. We then turn our attention to the weekend's action where Spurs beating Man City did us a favour after our defeat to Everton on Saturday. We discuss the Arsenal performance, what went wrong, and what might Mikel Arteta have done differently to change it. We also chat about the Thomas Partey sub and what that might say about his fitness, and th...
Feb 06, 2023•2 hr 37 min
In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to chat about the January transfer window, big spending Premier League clubs creating a bigger internal market than ever before, player valuations, what Arsenal did in January and how it sets us up for the rest of the season, and the big challenges we face between now and May. Tim also fill us in on a less successful window for Arsenal Women, and how that could impact the second half of their campaign. Follow Tim on Twitter @stillmanator Get extra bonus...
Feb 03, 2023•1 hr 4 min
In this episode we look back on the FA Cup exit to Man City on Friday night. We chat about how a weakened Arsenal side had the best of the first half, Rob Holding's battle with Erling Haaland, half-time changes that did have an impact, conceding the only goal, and reflections on being out of the cup, avoiding a replay, and what we can take from this game into the Premier League game in a couple of weeks. Then we answer questions about the Moises Caicedo situation and the need for midfield...
Jan 29, 2023•2 hr 42 min
In this episode I'm joined by Kaya Kaynak of Football London to look at the building blocks of this season's momentum as Arsenal sit top of the table. We chat about what new signing Leandro Trossard is going to bring to the group, discuss Mikel Arteta's usual reluctance to talk in detail about injury but his openness to a question about Mohamed Elneny. That leads to a chat about what Arsenal want to do in the transfer market before the window closes, but how other midfield targets and the Januar...
Jan 27, 2023•48 min
In this episode I'm joined by Arsenal legend Ian Wright for an assessment of the season at the halfway point. We talk about the consistency of the team, proving doubters wrong, the importance of enjoying the journey as we head into the second half of the season, Eddie Nketiah's impact and the confidence he'll gain from scoring two against Man Utd, the January transfer window and more. Subscribe to Wrighty's House via https://www.theringer.com/wrightys-house – and it's available on al...
Jan 24, 2023•33 min
In this episode we look back on the last-gasp 3-2 win over Man United at the Emirates on Sunday. We discuss the atmosphere in the stadium, the conviction and belief in the team to deal with going behind, coping with Man City's pressure, the goals coming from Hale End graduates Bukayo Saka and Eddie Nketiah, and the significance of this win in the context of this season now that we've hit the halfway point. We then answer questions about how we might deal with cup competitions, Eddie's contributi...
Jan 23, 2023•2 hr 49 min
In this episode I'm joined by Amy Lawrence to reflect further on a f*ck off win in the North London derby, the idea of a siege mentality within the squad and how important it is, Mikel Arteta's role in building that, the excitement and fear that comes with the opportunity that the club have this season, plus discussion of the January transfer window and the potential additions after missing out on Mykhaylo Mudryk, and more. Follow Amy @amylawrence71 Get extra bonus content and help support Arseb...
Jan 20, 2023•59 min
In this episode it's a great day as we relive the 2-0 win over Spurs in the North London derby. We chat about Arsenal's control in the first half, the goals we scored, and the importance of Aaron Ramsdale's performance – not least the timing of some of his saves. There's spotlight on Martin Odegaard as his fine form continues, how different this was from the game last May and why, and the unseemly scenes at the end of the game and Spurs culpability in that regard. We also answer listener questio...
Jan 16, 2023•2 hr 43 min
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Swedish journalist and broadcaster and co-host of the Their Pitch podcast Amanda Zaza to discuss the signing of goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo. D'Angelo spent four years in Sweden playing for Vittsjo. Amanda and Tim discuss her international ambitions with Canada ahead of the World Cup, how she might fit into the Arsenal squad and challenge current number 1 Manu Zinsberger and the different qualities she might bring to the role, as wel...
Jan 13, 2023•22 min
In this episode I'm joined by Charles Watts to talk about the unveiling of the new artwork which will be installed at the Arsenal stadium over the coming weeks. We also discuss the FA leveling another charge at our players for not doing very much, the latest from the transfer window although there's no chance of any recruitment before the derby, the potential impact of Emile Smith Rowe in the second half of the season, Sunday's trip to face the old enemy, and more. Follow Charles @charles_watts ...
Jan 13, 2023•50 min
In this episode we discuss the 3-0 win over Oxford in the FA Cup. The first half wasn't much to write home about, but we chat at some length about the impact of Fabio Vieira who got two assists, and his potential as the season goes on. We also talk about two goals for Eddie Nketiah, how Mikel Arteta views the cup, and his interesting post-game comments on Gabriel Jesus' injury and how having only one striker is a problem. There's discussion of Joao Felix's decision to join Chelsea and whether we...
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 29 min
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Danish broadcaster and host of the Kvindefodboldpodcasten Amalie Bremer to discuss Arsenal's new signing Kathrine Kuhl. Amalie gives the lowdown on the player and her career to date, how she might fit into the Arsenal midfield as well as her character and personality. There is some talk about her role in the Danish National Team and why she is Denmark's biggest talent since Pernille Harder. You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillmanato...
Jan 07, 2023•28 min
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Dutch journalist Annemarie Postma about the signing of Victoria Pelova from Ajax. Annemarie covers the Dutch national team and Ajax extensively and she gives her insight on Pelova the player, the person and how she might fit into the Arsenal team, as well as her development in her three and a half years at Ajax. Annemarie also discusses Pelova's status in the Dutch national team alongside former Gunners Danielle van de Donk and Jill Roo...
Jan 06, 2023•26 min
In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to reflect a bit more on the Newcastle game, the way the game went from the viewpoint of both managers, and how some of it has been positioned in the media. We also chat about January, the ongoing pursuit of Mykhaylo Mudryk, whether there's urgency to get any potential deals done with just two Premier League games this month, as well as discussing how Mikel Arteta's sideline behaviour has made headlines. Follow Clive @clivepafc Get extra bonus content a...
Jan 06, 2023•45 min
In this episode I'm joined by Art de Roche to discuss the 0-0 draw with Newcastle at the Emirates on Tuesday night. We chat about the way Newcastle set up, how Arsenal tried to break them down, and ultimately not being able to find a way through. We also touch on the fact Mikel Arteta didn't make an attacking sub, the need for recruitment and depth in this area as soon as possible, variety within the squad itself, and the 'scandalous' penalty decisions the manager referred to afterwards. Follow ...
Jan 04, 2023•45 min
In this episode we look back to last year and our 4-2 win over Brighton which put us 7 points clear at the top of the table. We discuss the front four all scoring, the second half wobble which saw us concede a couple, Mikel Arteta's substitutions and the reasons for making them, and high quality moments from Martin Odegaard in particular – including a goal and a couple of incredible passes. We also chat about dealing with the added pressure of the Man City result before our game, as well as list...
Jan 02, 2023•2 hr 40 min
In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to reflect on the resumption of the Premier League and Arsenal getting back to winning ways. We then chat about the upcoming January transfer window as we're linked with attacking players such as Mykhaylo Mudryk, Joao Felix and Ferran Torres. How much business will Arsenal do? We look ahead to the Brighton game, before ending up choosing our top Arsenal moments of 2022. Follow Lewis @LGAmbrose Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becomi...
Dec 30, 2022•1 hr
In this episode we look back on the 3-1 win over West Ham at the Emirates on Monday night. Some slight rustiness in the first half was overcome in the second, as Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Eddie Nketiah grabbed the goals. We discuss the goalscorers, the wider significance of Nketiah's strike in the current context, getting back to winning ways quickly, the importance of competitive football for top players, and our lead at the top of the table. We then answer listener questions about th...
Dec 27, 2022•2 hr 32 min
In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss Mikel Arteta's interview with Jamie Carragher. We chat about some of the tactical insights, his development as a manager, the things he's open about the things he's much more guarded about. There's talk of the January transfer window in light of the manager's comments about how he wants a player to take us to the next level, how quickly we might see that player, and more. Follow Andrew @aallensport Get extra bonus content and help support Ars...
Dec 23, 2022•51 min
The first half of this episode is dedicated to the World Cup final which saw Argentina beat France on penalties after an astonishing 3-3 draw over the course of regulation time. We chat about the fact Lionel Messi has won this trophy at last with no small thanks to a good supporting cast, Kylian Mbappe's incredible hat-trick, Emi Martinez, and reflect on the tournament as a whole now that it's over. In the second half of the show we answer listener questions about Alexis Mac Allister, Bukayo Sak...
Dec 18, 2022•2 hr 34 min
In this episode I'm joined by James Benge, who must strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with statements I put to him (suggested by our Patreon members). Topics include, the quality of the World Cup, expanding it from 32 to 48 teams, whether or not the maverick players can exist in the modern game, Gabriel Jesus and his injury, Arsenal's January transfer plans, the weight of winning the Europa League, and lots more. Follow James @jamesbenge Get extra bonus content and help suppor...
Dec 16, 2022•57 min
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to broadcaster, journalist and author Abdullah Abdullah, who wrote the book Olympique Lyonnais: Queens of Europe. Tim and Abdul look ahead to Thursday night's Champions League game between Lyon and Arsenal at Emirates Stadium, how Lyon reclaimed their Champions League crown last season, as well as their domestic dominance and then Abdullah sets out some of the reasons why Lyon have struggled by their own high standards this season, not lea...
Dec 13, 2022•36 min
In this episode, we chat about the World Cup quarter-finals, focusing on England's exit against France, and the fact it means Bukayo Saka and Aaron Ramsdale return home. We also talk about Morocco's defeat of Portugal, Gabriel Martinelli, and the semi-final line-up, before we take listener questions about our favourite World Cup tears, Mikel Arteta's Christmas wish (in terms of a January signing), the impact of the World Cup on Ben White, all the chatter around Jude Bellingham and Arsenal, and l...
Dec 11, 2022•1 hr 22 min
In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to discuss the slight return of Arsenal after a 3-0 win over Lyon, the importance of these second pre-season games for players like Eddie Nketiah and Fabio Vieira, the lads still at the World Cup and the impact the tournament can have on players – something Mikel Arteta will have to contend with. We also discuss the injury to Gabriel Jesus, what it might mean for the January transfer window, examine the options we have available to us as it stands, and...
Dec 09, 2022•1 hr
In this episode, we discuss the ongoing Arsenal involvement in the 2022 World Cup, with mixed fortunes for some of our players. Granit Xhaka is through, Thomas Partey is out, and Gabriel Jesus is injured, which is a bit of a worry. We chat about the games, the players involved, and some of the surprise results of the tournament, before answering questions about Luis Suarez and his lake of tears, Xhaka's 'dark arts', best World Cup memories, Eddie Nketiah, leading us to a point where reminiscing ...
Dec 03, 2022•2 hr 30 min
With the World Cup ongoing, I chat to Miles Coleman, the writer and producer of FIFA Uncovered – a four part documentary series available now on Netflix. We chat about the origins of both the film itself and FIFA as an organisation, as well as decisions that were made and moments which set it on a course to corruption. We also discuss some of the key figures, including Joao Havelange and the man who followed him, Sepp Blatter; the culture inside FIFA and how football decisions are made; whether ...
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 7 min
This landmark episode of the podcast is beset by technical difficulties – how typical! – but we muddle through to mark the occasion of episode 500. We talk a bit about the World Cup and the Arsenal players involved, before we take lots of listener questions who ask questions about questions, memories of the 500 episodes published to do, some football stuff re: the January window and a couple of key players, before we engage in more very serious stuff about nonsense, including some brand new magp...
Nov 27, 2022•2 hr 32 min
In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to chat about the World Cup and Arsenal. We discuss the time keeping in the tournament so far, how it might be rolled out across the big leagues, and the potential impact it might have on the game. We also focus on some of the Arsenal players involved, not least Bukayo Saka, as well as our Brazilians, and how the club have a window of opportunity right now when it comes to securing our best young players and positioning ourselves for the years ahead. Al...
Nov 25, 2022•56 min
In this episode we chat youthful pitch invasions, what Edu's promotion to Sporting Director means, how the Academy pathway becomes more challenging the better we get, as well as discussing Gianni Infantino's comments ahead of the World Cup which starts later today. Then there are listener questions about Arsenal players at the tournament, some scenarios which might be better or worse for them, January transfers, our penalty shoot-out line-up, Fantasy Football and lots more. Don't forget, the Ars...
Nov 20, 2022•1 hr 29 min
In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn to assess Arsenal's season so far, as we sit top of the Premier League. We chat about the improvements that have got us there, on and off the pitch, as well as discussing favourite players of the season, what we're excited about when football returns and lots more. Then attention turns to the World Cup which starts on Sunday, and around which there are so many issues which are generating headlines and discussions across the globe. We try to deal with...
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 6 min
