In this episode I'm joined first by Tom Canton of The Gooner Talk TV to chat about the 1-1 draw with FC Nurnberg last night. We discuss Bukayo Saka, the selection of Jakub Kiwior at left back, our first sight of Kai Havertz, Folarin Balogun, Emile Smith Rowe, and a derisory bid for Rob Holding. Then, I chat to Jacob from Poorly Drawn Arsenal about the wonderful work he does, his reasons for starting, artistic inspirations, how it has developed over the years, and much more besides. Follow Tom @t...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 4 min
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to data analyst and scout Marc Lamberts. Tim talks to Marc about what scouting entails in women's football, what kind of work he does for clubs across Europe, his experience of scouting new Gunners signing Cloe Lacasse (he didn't scout her on Arsenal's behalf) what kind of player Lacasse is, her strengths and weaknesses and how she fits in. Tim and Marc also discuss whether her career path exposes some inefficiencies in the women's transfe...
Jul 13, 2023•54 min
In this episode, we reflect on the goings-on of the last few days, including new contracts for William Saliba and Reiss Nelson, Granit Xhaka signing for Bayer Leverkusen, as well as a couple of key staff members departing (or soon to depart). There's also chat about why we haven't had any new player announcements even though everyone knows the deals are 'done', some thoughts on Emile Smith Rowe winning the U21 Euros with England, plus lots of listener questions about dealing with expectations, c...
Jul 10, 2023•2 hr 33 min
In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss some things that have happened, and some things which haven't happened yet but will. In the first column, we chat about a new contract for Reiss Nelson and his very interesting motivations to commit his future to the club, and the departure of Granit Xhaka to Bayer Leverkusen after an eventful (!) seven years in North London. In the other, William Saliba's contract is expected to be done imminent, and we await the arrivals of Declan Rice and ...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr
In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to discuss the signing of Alessia Russo. The England international has joined Arsenal after her contract with Man Utd expired, and Tim gives us the background on the deal, how it came to pass, what she'll bring to the team next season, and how the transfer market in the women's game is beginning to change a bit. We also chat about Cloe Lacasse and Amanda Ilestedt who have joined this summer, and more. Follow Tim @Stillmanator Get extra bonus content and...
Jul 04, 2023•49 min
In this episode, we chat about an improved fee for Granit Xhaka which is a more accurate reflection of a market in which unknown goalkeepers are going for incredible prices. We talk about the deals that haven't been completed but we all know will get done, welcome back some of our players to pre-season training, reflect on the retirement of Cesc Fabregas, and answer questions about the size of the team, striker options and pecking order, who might understudy Bukayo Saka if we're not after a wing...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 26 min
In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to discuss the signing of Kai Havertz, focusing on what the plan might be for him, and how he adds technical quality to the squad. It's framed around the Declan Rice developments this week as Mikel Arteta looks to reshape his midfield, and we examine the age profile of this very expensively assembled squad should all go to plan. There's some stuff on spending £100m, a contract renewal for young talent Ethan Nwaneri and lots more. Note : This is out ear...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, we reflect on the nothing that happened over the weekend, but that doesn't stop us talking a lot about Declan Rice. Does his shirt collection tell us something? How challenging is it to sign a player than Man City also want? We also chat about the imminent arrival of Kai Havertz and ongoing interest in Jurrien Timber, before we take questions about Kieran Tierney, Takehiro Tomiyasu, replacing Granit Xhaka on and off the pitch, why Edu might single-handedly destroy the entire Int...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 22 min
In this episode I chat to Charles Watts about Declan Rice, after the news of Man City's interest in him. It's far from a surprise but definitely a complication, and we discuss the challenges Arsenal face, City's push to sign him, the financial differences at play, and how important it is to get this priority signing done after missing out on some previous deals in the January window. We also talk about Kai Havertz expected arrival, and why so much of this transfer window feels dependent on us la...
Jun 22, 2023•56 min
In this episode I chat to Chef Reactions, a former professional chef – and an Arsenal fan! – who has become a bit of a TikTok sensation. We talk about how things have exploded for him in the last year, his background as a chef, some kitchen and food discussion, Anthony Bourdain, his tips for wannabe cooks and, of course, his love of Arsenal and how that came to be. Follow Chef on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chefreactions and YouTube – and search Chef Reactions on other social media platforms ...
Jun 22, 2023•54 min
In this episode, we chat about Flo Balogun scoring his first goal for the USMNT and discuss what might happen with him in the future. Should he be given the nod over Eddie Nketiah next season, and is that what he wants? We then discuss the interest in Chelsea's Kai Havertz, and some of the fan reaction to that potential deal, before the possibility of Thomas Partey's departure comes up and we assess that in the context of Granit Xhaka going too. Then there are questions about Saudi Arabian clubs...
Jun 19, 2023•2 hr 30 min
In this episode I'm joined by Peter Mujuzi, the Arsenal stadium announcer to talk about his role and what it entails. We get some background on his studies in sports journalism, his first involvement with the announcing team, what a typical match-day looks like, his music choices and DJ skills playing to the crowd, and lots more. Follow Peter @peteronsports Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acas...
Jun 16, 2023•54 min
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Helen Hardy – founder of women's football merchandise outlet Foudy's . Helen started the business from her bedroom in 2019 because of the difficulty of finding bespoke women's football kits with customisation and personalisation. Tim talks to Helen about how the business started, why big brands continue to undervalue the market for women's football merchandise, how the buying habits of women's football fans differ from men's football, k...
Jun 13, 2023•48 min
In this episode, we chat about the Champions League final and the implications of it, before focusing on good news in the shape of William Saliba and Arsenal agreeing terms on a new contract. We discuss what this, and other renewals, might mean when it comes to incoming business, after which we predict how much we'll spend this summer and how much we might bring in via sales. Then there are listener questions about whether or not we have enough pricks in the team, players getting married, our Ch...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 29 min
In this episode I'm joined by Phil Costa. It's been a quiet week from an Arsenal perspective, but we chat about the Europa Conference League final, West Ham's win and how quickly our interest in Declan Rice might turn into something more substantial than rumour. We also discuss other midfield outgoings and what that might say about who else is coming in, raising money through departures, Lionel Messi turning down a move to Saudi Arabia to go to Miami and MLS, and lots more. Follow Phil @philcost...
Jun 09, 2023•59 min
In this episode, we chat about the upcoming Europa Conference League final and the impact on our pursuit of Declan Rice, as well as the FA Cup final at the weekend. Then we take listener questions throughout the show, dealing with issues like Kieran Tierney, whether any of our loan players might make a comeback next season, players being repurposed to a new position, how to view Emile Smith Rowe's season now that we know he's staying, a new manager for Tottenham, William Saliba's contract, trans...
Jun 05, 2023•2 hr 32 min
In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer, who must strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with statements I put to him (suggested by our Patreon members). Topics include: William Saliba's contract, adding another forward to the squad, Eddie Nketiah and Flo Balogun, the importance of this summer's transfer window, selling well, Emile Smith Rowe's future and role in the team, and lots more. Follow Clive @clivepafc Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Ars...
Jun 02, 2023•59 min
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Art de Roché from The Athletic to recap 2022-23 for Arsenal Women, where they have improved, where they still need to improve, key moments and highlights from the season, as well as tactical innovations we have seen during this campaign and how they might make Arsenal more flexible in the long-run. Art and Tim also discuss Frida Maanum and Victoria Pelova's contributions in depth and choose their game and goal of the season. You can...
May 31, 2023•58 min
This episode is a recording of the Arseblog & Arsenal Vision Live event from Union Chapel, on Saturday, May 27th. Line up Andrew Mangan ( @arseblog ), James McNicholas ( @gunnerblog ), Paul Cassidy ( @poznaninmypants ), Clive Palmer ( @clivepafc ), Tim Stillman ( @stillberto ), Elliot Smith ( @yankeegunner ), Ian Wright ( @ianwright0 ) You can also watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhqV1x-sGQI Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on...
May 30, 2023•2 hr 50 min
In this episode, we discuss the 5-0 win over Wolves on the final day of the season. We chat about the mood around the game and how it was more aligned with the good aspects of this campaign than the disappointment, before analysing some of what happened on the pitch, including two goals for Granit Xhaka, some brilliance from Bukayo Saka and more. Then there are reflections on the season as a whole, and the way the fans stayed to show their appreciation, as well as questions about the ovation rec...
May 29, 2023•2 hr 46 min
In this week's show I chat to Kaya Kaynak about Bukayo Saka signing his new contract, the fact that he has earned his big wage increase, and the message it sends when Arsenal retain their best players ahead of a summer when they want to improve the squad. We also chat about the importance of selling well this summer, the possibility that Sunday could be Granit Xhaka's final game for the club, the pursuit of Declan Rice and why dealing with other clubs being interested is a fact of life, and Mike...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, we discuss the 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Saturday, a game which provoked very distinct reactions in each of us. We chat about Mikel Arteta's team selection and the unconventional back four, the sterility of the performance in which we had 82% possession but created almost nothing, the psychological aspects that might have been at play, the lack of impact from the bench, and what not being used probably means for Emile Smith Rowe. Then we answer listener questions about ...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 29 min
In this week's show I chat to Amy Lawrence about the season we've had, some of the lessons Mikel Arteta will have learned about himself and his players, and the issue of squad depth and rotation. We also look ahead to the summer, whether rebuilding plans will have been accelerated by Arsenal's progress , possible departures including Granit Xhaka and Emile Smith Rowe, upcoming contract renewals, and the feelings of happiness this season has engendered. Follow Amy @amylawrence71 As it's Mental He...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, we discuss the 3-0 defeat to Brighton on Sunday. If the first half was relatively even, the second certainly was not, and we chat about missed opportunities in the first 45 and a lack of reaction after we went behind. Mikel Arteta's substitutions come in for some scrutiny, as do his post-game comments which clearly came from a place of frustration. Was he justified? We also talk about the absence of Oleksandr Zinchenko, and the final nails going into the coffin of our title chal...
May 15, 2023•2 hr 33 min
In this week's show I chat to Nick Wright of Sky Sports about Arsenal's return to the Champions League next season, the challenges we'll face, and how it will change the dynamic of the squad. We also talk about imminent contract renewals for Bukayo Saka and Aaron Ramsdale amongst others ahead of summer recruitment which will need the club to be mindful of how big money arrivals might impact the wage bill, as well as some focus on Martin Odegaard and Granit Xhaka. There's also a competition to wi...
May 12, 2023•55 min
In this episode, we discuss the 2-0 win over Newcastle at St James' Park. There's praise for Arsenal's game management and ability to stand up the home side's physical approach, not least because of the lack of refereeing intervention. We chat about the team selection, the decision to go with Jorginho in midfield, Martin Odegaard's contribution, missed chances, big saves from Aaron Ramsdale, Granit Xhaka's incredible defensive intervention and Spanish swearing, and keeping the pressure on Man Ci...
May 08, 2023•2 hr 31 min
In this week's show I chat to James Benge of CBS Sports about decision making by Premier League clubs, and how easy it is to go off the rails – as evidenced by Chelsea's season, and Leeds appointing Sam Allardyce. There's Arsenal chat about how Mikel Arteta can improve next season, summer strategies, some of the younger players whose departures could fund high profile arrivals even if we might be a bit torn about some of them leaving, and much more. Follow James @jamesbenge Get extra bonus conte...
May 05, 2023•52 min
In this episode, we discuss the 3-1 win over Chelsea on Tuesday night. We chat about the changes Mikel Arteta made to his starting line-up, the influence and contributions of Martin Odegaard and Granit Xhaka, the hour of the game when we probably should have scored more goals, the tension that came with Chelsea's goal, but overall a performance that merited three points for us. We also talk about how bad they were in the context of this game, Aubameyang's sad night, and Lampard's decisions, befo...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 27 min
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast we're previewing the huge game at a sold-out Emirates as Arsenal take on Wolfsburg in the Champions League semi-final 2nd leg with the tie poised at 2-2. Tim talks to Lia Walti in the mixed zone in the immediate aftermath of the first leg in Germany, after which Tim speaks to both Jonas Eidevall and Lotte Wubben-Moy at the MD-1 press conference at London Colney. You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillmanator Get extra bonus content and help ...
Apr 30, 2023•53 min
In this episode, we discuss the 4-1 defeat to Man City on Tuesday night. We chat about the performance levels of both sides, the way City caused us problems to which we had little answer – especially in the first half when Aaron Ramsdale kept the scoreline respectable. Should Mikel Arteta have done something different tactically, if not from the start but at the break? There's discussion of the goals, the second just before the break deserves some time because of the VAR intervention, and we tal...
Apr 27, 2023•2 hr 36 min
