In this episode we look back at the 2-2 draw with Man City on Sunday, discussing the early stages of the game in which the home side dominated, before we talk about the moments that changed the game. Rodri's injury seemed to spark Arsenal into life, and we scored twice through Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel to go 2-1 up, before another contentious red card decision saw us play the second half with 10 men. We chat about that sending off, the heroic defensive effort, the late equaliser, and whethe...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 22 min
In this episode I'm joined by Phil Costa to talk about Arsenal's 0-0 draw with Atalanta on Thursday night. We discuss the difficulty of playing against the Italian side, especially in a week where this is the second of three very tough away games, but also conclude that we could have done more on the ball. We also chat about a lack of creativity without Martin Odegaard, Thomas Partey's penalty concession and David Raya's superb save which helped save a point. There's also some focus on Gabriel M...
Sep 20, 2024•58 min
In this episode we look back at the 1-0 North London Derby win on Sunday, making it three in a row at the Toilet Bowl. We examine how, in the absence of key players, Mikel Arteta leaned into the Gunners' defensive strength to keep the opposition at bay – a demanding approach that asked a lot from every player on the pitch. We chat about missed opportunities, elements of the performance that weren't perfect, and a team that fights for each other in every aspect of the game. There's discussion of ...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 26 min
In this episode I'm joined by Sam Dean to talk about Mikel Arteta signing a new contract, with discussion of the timing of the announcement, and what this next cycle will demand of the Arsenal boss. Then we turn our attention to the injury-filled Interlull, paying close attention to the Martin Odegaard injury, and trying to figure out what Arteta is going to do without his captain – a player who is fundamental to the way the Gunners play. Then, I catch up with Tayo Popoola, a contributor to the ...
Sep 13, 2024•2 hr 35 min
In this edition of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie go back over the UWCL qualifying victories over Rangers and Rosenborg last week, the performances of Mariona Caldentey, as well as Laia Codina and Kyra Cooney-Cross and whether it will be difficult to dislodge them from the team, Tim and Jamie also look ahead to the next qualifying round against Hacken. Then there are listener questions about low defensive blocks and Arsenal’s finishing, team selection and whether Arsenal will add befo...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 5 min
In this Interlull episode we take stock of what's been going on in this international break, from Declan Rice scoring against his former country, to Riccardo Calafiori suffering a ridiculous injury while playing for Italy against France. We take stock of all the players in action, before we examine our summer transfer predictions to gauge how wrong we were now that it has all played out. Then there are listener questions about players potentially going on strike, Leandro Trossard's future, what ...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 23 min
In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn, co-host of the Stadio podcast, for some Interlull chat. We discuss the start to Arsenal's season, the end of the transfer window, the arrival of Raheem Sterling and what we expect from him during his loan season from Chelsea. Then we answer some listener questions about Leandro Trossard and the midweek bid from a Saudi Arabian club, Arsenal's forward signings under Mikel Arteta, how clubs like Real Madrid build an expectation of winning and success, choos...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min
In this episode we look back at the 1-1 draw with Brighton on Saturday, chatting first about how the game was going with Kai Havertz's excellent goal putting us in front, before we turn to the big incident: the Declan Rice red card. We discuss the referee's decision, and the consequences for the player and the team – which aren't limited to just this game. Then we talk about Arsenal's response, the goal we conceded, and the chances we had to take all three points. After the break there are quest...
Sep 02, 2024•2 hr 35 min
In this episode I'm joined by The Man from East Lower and Andrew Allen to discuss the final few hours of the transfer window. We chat about the goalkeeping position in light of Aaron Ramsdale's expected departure, how we might replace him, and what it might cost. Then there's discussion of midfield with two out and two in, before attention turns to the attacking end of the pitch. We chat about whether we think Arsenal need to bring somebody in, whether we expect that to happen before Friday's 11...
Aug 29, 2024•57 min
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by ESPN’s Emily Keogh to compare notes on Arsenal Women’s tour of Washington DC. Emily and Tim were the only two UK based journalists to travel and they compare notes on the tour, the commercial and media benefits of it and Emily talks a little about interviews she conducted with Jonas Eidevall and Clare Wheatley in DC. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/...
Aug 28, 2024•43 min
In this episode we recap the 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Saturday evening, which was a strange game with lots of incident. We discuss the big chances the home side missed, as well as waxing lyrical about the quality of David Raya's second half save from Ollie Watkins. We also chat about how the introduction of Leandro Trossard changed the game from an Arsenal perspective, and how he has likely played himself into the starting XI for the next game against Brighton. We talk about Ben White and Wil...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 29 min
In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to discuss the departure of Charlie Patino to Deportivo la Coruna, in the context of how difficult it can be for a highly rated youth player to make the step up to the Arsenal first team. We also discuss the futures of Reiss Nelson and Eddie Nketiah, Mikel Merino's arrival (whenever it happens), why Mikel Arteta needs to demonstrate confidence in all his players for the season ahead, how an attacking signing could complete the squad, and lots more. Get ...
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 2 min
In this episode we chat about the 2-0 win over Wolves on Saturday. We discuss the opening day performance in the context of a tournament summer, the impact of Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka, David Raya's big moment, and some of the issues that we experienced in the game which we can certainly improve on ahead of our next match. We also talk about how Wolves were lucky not to have a man sent off, before we answer listener questions about Declan Rice as the 6, Thomas Partey, whether we have enough up...
Aug 19, 2024•2 hr 30 min
With the new season ahead I'm joined by four guests to look forward to the 2024-25 campaign. I chat separately to Amy Lawrence, Nick Wright (Sky Sports), Adrian Clarke and Dara O Briain about the things they're excited for, what they'd like to see happen in the transfer market, the players they're keen to see pull on the red and white, proactive goalkeeping, some of the young players who impressed on the US tour, Riccardo Calafiori, Snoop Dogg (sort of), and lots more. Get extra bonus content an...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 19 min
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie Spangher to discuss the signing of Rosa Kafaji and the departure of Cloe Lacasse. Then Tim and Jamie answer listener questions on how the midfield will look next season and whether changes are afoot there, the future of Kathrine Kuhl, a big season ahead for Kyra Cooney-Cross, where Arsenal most need reinforcements and whether the women’s team should have its own away kit every year. You can follow Tim @Stillmanator and Jamie @jamiespan...
Aug 15, 2024•56 min
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Swedish journalist Amanda Zaza about new signing Rosa Kafaji from Hacken. Amanda talks about the type of player she is, her rise to prominence in Sweden and in the Swedish national team, her best position and why her attributes and her personality will be well suited to helping to solve Arsenal’s issues against deep blocks. You can follow Tim @Stillmanator Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member ...
Aug 13, 2024•24 min
In this episode we chat about the 2-0 win over Lyon in the Emirates Cup, and focus on how a familiar looking team won a game in a familiar way as our set-piece prowess was on show again. There's discussion of some key individuals, the debut for Riccardo Calafiori, and whether the absence of Eddie Nketiah is a signal about his future as rumours involving Marseille continue. We also answer listener questions about positions and skill-sets, what Arsenal still need to do in the transfer window ahead...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 28 min
In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to chat about last night's 4-1 friendly win over Bayer Leverkusen. We analyse the very familiar looking team line-up in the context of Mikel Arteta's comments about needing more from the players we have, leading to discussion of Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz among others. There's also some focus on young players like Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri after they impress again, but how do you find the balance between their integration and further addi...
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr 5 min
In this episode I catch up with James who is still in America, with some final thoughts on the US tour and the experience over there. We chat about the possibility of competitive games being played there in the future, as well as catching up on all the latest from the transfer market (inwards and outwards). We also have questions about what it means when Mikel Arteta pushes hard for a specific player, what the future holds for Fabio Vieira, whether we have any concerns over the manager's contrac...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min
In this episode James and I convene in Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love, to chat about our game against Man Utd on Saturday. There's discussion of player size when they are in elevators, Ayden Heaven and his first half, Gabriels Jesus and Martinelli and other various thoughts on the 2-1 win. We also discuss the arrival of Riccardo Calafiori, the imminent departure of Emile Smith Rowe, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patre...
Jul 30, 2024•53 min
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast Tim is joined by Tom Garry from the Guardian to talk about the process of transfer reporting. Tom talks about his many years breaking WSL transfer exclusives and explains how information gathering and reporting of transfers works, how it has developed in the women’s game over time and Tom and Tim swap some anecdotes about breaking different transfer stories. You can follow Tom on Twitter @tomjgarry and Tim @Stillmanator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
Jul 30, 2024•46 min
In this episode James and I are in Los Angeles, losing track of time, but enjoying the California sunshine. We chat about our time here, before turning attention to Arsenal's game against Bournemouth on Wednesday, and some of the young players involved – in particular Ethan Nwaneri. As a new star potentially emerges, another departs as it looks like Emile Smith Rowe's time as a Gunner is over – we reflect on how it has come to this point. There's also transfer talk about potential arrivals, some...
Jul 26, 2024•51 min
In this episode we chat about the make-up of the squad selected for the US tour, with many young players involved, plus imminent arrival of Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori with reports over the weekend saying the agreement is basically complete. What does that mean for some of the other players in the squad? We also discuss stories surrounding Emile Smith Rowe whose future isn't as black and white as it might seem. Then we answer listener questions about Chido Obi-Martin which expands into a...
Jul 21, 2024•1 hr 23 min
In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to chat about the kind of incoming transfer business Arsenal will look to get done, and why someone like Mikel Merino might not be the most exciting arrival, but someone who can easily plug and play into Mikel Arteta's system. We also chat about some potential departures, what we need to see from Fabio Vieira this season, Ethan Nwaneri and how pre-season could be very important for him, and lots more, including some US tour chat Follow Clive @clivepafc ...
Jul 18, 2024•57 min
In this episode we chat about the final of Euro 2024 which saw Spain beat England 2-1. We discuss how this was a game too far for Gareth Southgate's side, pay credit to the Spanish team which has been the best at this tournament, as well as discussing the potential impact another painful defeat might have on the likes of Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice, who have been playing non-stop for 11 months now. There's a transfer round-up, in as much as that's possible with so little transfer news, plus list...
Jul 15, 2024•1 hr 24 min
In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to discuss England's 2-1 win over the Netherlands on Wednesday night, which sends them through to the final of Euro 2024. We chat about the goal England conceded, the contentious penalty award which provided the equaliser, the second half in which fatigue clearly played a part for both sides, and how an injection of energy was so important. Should Ollie Watkins goal propel him into the starting line-up for Sunday's clash with Spain? All that, plus a ro...
Jul 11, 2024•52 min
In this episode we start with discussion of England's win over Switzerland at the Euros, centred around the brilliant Bukayo Saka who scored a fantastic equaliser, and one of the five penalties to help his team progress. There's some discussion about the overall level of performance from the England team, a question about who should start up front in the semi-final, and we look at the other Arsenal players who are still involved or just exited the tournament. Then there's some transfer chat, que...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 28 min
In this episode I'm joined by Phil Costa, and first up on the agenda are the stories linking us to Bologna defender Riccardo Califiori. We chat about how this a deal that feels dependent on a significant departure from the defensive ranks, before we talk about the player himself, what he might bring to the team, and more generally about Arsenal's left-side and what could happen there. There's also transfer stuff around Albert Sambi Lokonga, Nuno Tavares, and Emile Smith Rowe, a look ahead to the...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 8 min
On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Alex Ibaceta of DAZN and Barca TV to discuss the Gunners’ new signing Mariona Caldentey from Barcelona. Tim and Alex discuss the player, her attributes, her 10 years at Barca, the qualities she has that Arsenal have missed and where she might fit into Jonas Eidevall’s team next season. You can follow Alex on Twitter @AlexIbaceta23 and Tim @Stillmanator Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog ...
Jul 02, 2024•32 min
In this episode we chat about James' trip to Glastonbury, sadly lacking in Sugababes, but eventful nonetheless, before we turn our attention to the football and Euro 2024 in particular. There's discussion of Ronaldo's histrionics last night, England's performances and progression, and some focus on the Arsenal players who have been most involved over the course of the tournament. Then we answer listener questions about getting more value from our Academy players, which of them might make the tri...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 26 min
