In this episode James and I discuss the 5-1 win over Everton on the final day, and reflect on the season as a whole. We chat about the game, the atmosphere, the lap of appreciation and what can be read into that, and a 5th place finish which brings Europa League football next season. We then answer listener questions about loan players, William Saliba, summer transfer business, Man City winning the title, pitch invasions and much more. Note: My voice is a bit croaky after three nights out in a r...
May 23, 2022•1 hr 22 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Andrew Allen and Lewis Ambrose to talk about the week that we've just endured, the fallout from Monday night's defeat, and where it has left us. We assess aspects of the season, endeavour to find things that might have tipped the balance in our favour, discuss Aubameyang and January, the team's desperate need for more attacking presence, and lots more, including holding out just the tiniest sliver of hope for a final day miracle with results going our way. Follow A...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 6 min
In this episode we look back on the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle at St James' Park, a loss made all the more painful because it more or less ends our chances of Champions League football next season. We discuss the game and the sub-par performance from Arsenal, the impact of injuries and the lack of impact from substitutes, whether this was a team freezing at a big moment or one which has run out of steam, and the key ingredient that has been missing this season which will likely be the differ...
May 17, 2022•2 hr 33 min
In this episode we discuss the 3-0 defeat in the North London derby. We chat about the line-up, the key moments including Rob Holding's battle with Son and his subsequent red card, the penalty that was awarded against us, and the lack of a viable centre-half from the bench – especially in the circumstances of this particular game. There's also discussion of Mikel Arteta's post-game comments and those of Antonio Conte, the media's outlook about the game, as well as questions from listeners about ...
May 13, 2022•2 hr 39 min
In this month's mailbag edition, Tim Stillman and Alex Ibaceta review the season that was and take listener questions on Vivianne Miedema's future, Frida Maanum's role next season, where Arsenal might look to strengthen in the summer transfer window and whether it will be revolution or evolution in the market, the types of players Jonas might sign as well as the positions, the prospect of the team training with the U16s boys' team next season and the benefits that might bring, Anna Patten and wh...
May 10, 2022•1 hr 23 min
In this episode we discuss the 2-1 win over Leeds on Sunday. A game that started brilliantly with two early goals and in which we played 10 men for over an hour became quite nerve-wracking after their out of the blue goal in the second period. We chat about the fear, why it was so intense when in reality Arsenal were in control for the most part, losing composure and how it manifested itself, James' coping mechanism, as well as how important the three points were, and a bit focus on some ...
May 09, 2022•2 hr 40 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Amy Lawrence to discuss the lure and the challenge of the Champions League as Arsenal chase a top four spot, the sense that something is building, summer recruitment with regards versatility and specificity of player positions, the connection that Mikel Arteta has worked hard to make between the team/club and fans, his own future as he heads towards the final year of his contract, the emotions as we go into the final four games of the season, and lots more. Follow ...
May 06, 2022•56 min
In this episode we discuss the 2-1 win away to West Ham on Sunday afternoon, discussing the contribution of Rob Holding, and other so-called fringe players to this recent good run, as well as the goals we scored from set-pieces, the one we conceded, the performance of Eddie Nketiah, and other key incidents from the game as we guarantee European football for next season. Then there are listener about the future of Eddie and a possible new contract, the team being more streetwise, keeping the squa...
May 02, 2022•2 hr 32 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Art de Roche of The Athletic to discuss the ups and downs of Arsenal as we head towards the end of the season. We chat about Nuno Tavares, the return of Takehiro Tomiyasu and what he'll bring to the team in the coming weeks, transfer links with Gabriel Jesus and what else we might need to add to the forward line this summer, and lots more. Follow Art on Twitter @ArtdeRoche Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: ...
Apr 29, 2022•55 min
In this episode we discuss the 3-1 win over Man Utd at the Emirates on Saturday. Arsenal scored first, went further ahead, but conceded quickly. It wasn't all one way traffic either, and we chat about the chances the opposition had, some of the big decisions, and some moments where we rode our luck a little bit. However, there was much to enjoy, not least the penalty miss and Granit Xhaka's first goal of the season, capping what has been a very good for the team. We then answer questions about N...
Apr 25, 2022•2 hr 39 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss our 4-2 win over Chelsea at a half-empty Stamford Bridge last night. We discuss a somewhat chaotic first half with four goals, touching on Eddie Nketiah's impact, a glorious second from Arsenal, and the two we conceded. There's more on the second half, going ahead, staying ahead, the manager's tactical tweaks, Nuno Tavares, Bukayo Saka stepping up to take the late penalty, the away fans being loud and proud, and lots more besides. Follow And...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr
In this month's mailbag episode, Tim, Pippa and Alex take reader questions on whether Arsenal can say they have made progress this season without a trophy, why Arsenal have struggled to create chances in the big games, Jordan Nobbs, Kim Little, the conflict between making WSL games attractive for TV audiences versus making them accessible to match going fans, how an LAW five-a-side team might shape up, questions on Noelle Maritz's future and much more! You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto ,...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 8 min
In this episode we discuss the 1-0 defeat to Southampton at the weekend, discussing Mikel Arteta's team selection, the overall performance, chances missed, the goal we conceded, an inability to turn second half dominance into goals of our own, before there's a long chat about how what's happening now is a consequence of the January transfer window and our inaction in that period. We also answer questions from listeners about too much crossing, overrating our young players, more football people a...
Apr 18, 2022•2 hr 43 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Tim Stillman to discuss statements sent to us by our Patreon members on Discord. I put them to Tim, he has to either strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with them. On the agenda, we have summer transfers, Nuno Tavares, Europa League v Champions League, Kieran Tierney, Granit Xhaka, Arteta's trust, xG, Takehiro Tomiyasu, officiating, the season as a whole and much more. Follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto Get extra bonus content and help support Arse...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 10 min
On this special episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim Stillman speaks to Gunners legend Julie Fleeting about a career which saw her score 130 goals in 122 appearances for Arsenal – despite holding down a job as a PE teacher in Scotland throughout her eight years with the club. Julie talks about her extraordinary career which also saw her net 116 goals in 121 games for Scotland and also took in a spell at San Diego Spirit. Julie spoke to Tim about the BBC Alba documentary that aired about he...
Apr 13, 2022•42 min
In this special edition of the show, I'm joined by Arsenal legend Ian Wright to reflect on the last week which has been so disheartening and damaging to our top four chances. We chat about the lack of goals, Alexandre Lacazette's dwindling contribution, Eddie Nketiah, the injury absences, Xhaka at left-back, Nuno Tavares, Nicolas Pepe and lots more. Follow Ian on Twitter (as if you're not already) @IanWright0 - and subscribe to Wrighty's House podcast – available wherever you get your podc...
Apr 12, 2022•38 min
In this episode we discuss the 2-1 defeat to Brighton on Saturday. We start with Granit Xhaka's selection at left-back, how it impacted the team, and what it means for Nuno Tavares. We chat about the goals we conceded, the lacklustre performance when there was supposed to be a reaction, some poor decision making, and how a late flurry wasn't enough to prevent a truly disheartening result. There's also stuff on Alexandre Lacazette and the need for a change up front, as well as questions about a s...
Apr 11, 2022•2 hr 39 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Charles Watts to discuss a difficult week for Arsenal on and off the pitch. We chat about the fallout from the Crystal Palace game, and injuries to two key players - Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey, as well as the best way for Mikel Arteta to deal with their absences with Nuno Tavares and Albert Sambi Lokonga waiting in the wings. There's also a long discussion about what to do up front, with Alexandre Lacazette's lack of goalscoring contribution now becoming a si...
Apr 08, 2022•54 min
In this episode James and I cover the 3-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Monday. We try and understand why Arsenal were so far off the pace in the first half, examine the goals we conceded, before discussing a second half which was better, but then it couldn't have been much worse. We chat about the substitutions, and there's a long discussion based on questions about how we cope with injuries to Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey, whether Nuno Tavares will continue at left-back having been taken off...
Apr 05, 2022•2 hr 30 min
In this episode we're heading towards crunch time in the season, and with me to discuss Gary Neville, the 5 subs rule, Gabriel Martinelli, Arsenal as an attractive destination, Nicolas Pepe and more, is James Benge. Then we get some Crystal Palace perspective, Patrick Vieira chat, and more, ahead of Monday night's trip to Selhurst Park is Dan from HLTCO. Follow James @jamesbenge : Follow Dan @HLTCO If you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for j...
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 2 min
In this episode James and I chat about his visit to France where he found himself in danger, but also saw William Saliba playing for Marseille. We talk about his performance and his prospects of coming back to Arsenal and playing a part next season, as well as rounding up all the other Interlull action including goals from our players, and Laurent Koscielny's retirement. Then we answer listener questions about the striker we might be after, Kieran Tierney's Real Madrid links, loan players, and l...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 20 min
In this episode discussion I'm joined by former Gunner Adrian Clarke to talk Bukayo Saka, protection from referees and from outdated pundits. We chat about his progress as a player, his contribution to the season, and reports that he's set to be offered a new contract, as well as what the celebrations of the team tell us about its progress and what other people think of it. Then I talk to Jon Spurling about his new book: Get it on: How the 70s Rocked Football – with some competition copies to gi...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr 4 min
In this episode James and I enjoy and celebrate our 1-0 win over Aston Villa on Saturday lunchtime. We chat about the we way we played in the first half, the goal that won the game, and the contribution of Bukayo Saka. There's discussion of the challenge on him as well as Steven Gerrard's post-game comments about Saka's call for more protection. There's loads more besides, including the connection between the fans and the team, the manager's name being sung, the substitute performances from Pepe...
Mar 21, 2022•2 hr 34 min
In this episode, Tim is joined by German journalist and Wolfsburg expert Jasmina Schweimler to preview next week's huge Champions League quarter-final tie between Arsenal and Wolfsburg, with the first leg taking place at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. Tim and Jasmina chat about Wolfsburg's form, how their former Arsenal players are getting on and Wolfsburg's continued presence at the very top of women's football. Then Tim is joined by Arsenal's Matildas, Caitlin Foord, Lydia Williams and Steph C...
Mar 18, 2022•45 min
In this episode discussion of the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, with Andrew Allen. We chat about a competitive first half, before the big moments in the second period that decided the game. Analysis of our chance to score, and the two we conceded over which we can have some regrets. We also speak about Gabriel Martinelli as a big positive, the reaction inside the stadium, Mikel Arteta's fixture-list grump, the need to respond against Villa on Saturday and lots more. Follow Andrew @aallensport If you ...
Mar 17, 2022•55 min
In this episode James and I enjoy the 2-0 win over Leicester at the Emirates on Sunday. We discuss the sublime performance from Martin Odegaard, as well as the midfield dominance of Thomas Partey, aided and abetted by another solid team performance and that rarest of things – an Arsenal penalty. We chat about the kind of football we're playing, the progress we're making, and the fun elements to our football, as well as the ability to control games from good positions. Then there are listener que...
Mar 14, 2022•2 hr 36 min
In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to discuss the sanctions imposed by the British government on Roman Abramovich and the potential implications for Chelsea, and Arsenal. We chat about the need for greater scrutiny on football club ownership, and the asterisk that has to be part of any discussion of Chelsea's success. We also talk about the Champions League, the excitement building around our potential return to it, upgrading the midfield in the summer, defensive lapses, coping with a he...
Mar 11, 2022•56 min
On this month's mailbag episode of the Arsenal Women's Arsecast, Tim, Alex and Pippa take listener questions on the upcoming UWCL tie with Wolfsburg, including Arsenal Women in the renovation of Emirates Stadium and Arsenalising Meadow Park. There are questions on Jordan Nobbs' 250th Arsenal appearance and whether that could have been handled better, whether the Miedema and Blackstenius partnership can be used in the Champions League and how best to handle big international players who are ...
Mar 08, 2022•1 hr 6 min
In this episode James and I chat about the very important 3-2 win over Watford yesterday. We start by acknowledging some of the things that weren't great, as laid out by Mikel Arteta in his post-game press conference, but focus more on what was good about the game – not least the three brilliant goals scored by Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli which put us into the top four. We discuss our recent form and league position in a good weekend of results for us, before answering q...
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 28 min
In this episode I'm joined by Tim Payton from the Arsenal Supporters' Trust to discuss the record losses Arsenal posted this week, the club's debt, ticket price increases and more – including updates on safe standing inside the Emirates Stadium. Then Lewis Ambrose is along to talk about the changes on the left hand side of the team and the positive impact they've had on performances and results. Read Lewis' Tactics Column here: https://arseblog.com/2022/03/tactics-column-variations-on-a-theme-on...
Mar 04, 2022•1 hr
