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In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman for a statements style episode. We take statements from our Patreon members that he has to either Strongly agree, Agree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree with. Topics covered today include the reaction to the North London derby win, how Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres have contributed this season, what pipping Pep Guardiola to the Premier League title would mean, Martin Odegaard's role between now and the end of the season, long throws, Arsenal's dropped...
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie take listener questions from BlueSky and on the Arseblog Discord on favourite match, goal and player performance of the season so far, Victoria Pelova, the most difficult game for the WSL run-in, the UWCL quarter-final against Chelsea, updated thoughts on the Athletic article on dressing room unrest and how to ensure Arsenal start next season better than they have the last few. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award ...
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 impr...
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...
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 li...
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 abou...
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 influenc...
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 Arsebl...
This episode dissects Arsenal's 1-0 Carabao Cup semi-final win over Chelsea, critiquing Chelsea's overly cautious and ineffective tactical approach. Lewis Ambrose joins to discuss Arsenal's defensive solidity, Havertz's crucial late goal, and the significant psychological boost reaching a final brings to the team and fans after a long wait for tangible success. The hosts also analyze the attacking dynamics and player performances.
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 reb...
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 o...
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 eigh...
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 Got...
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...
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 bon...
This episode recaps Arsenal's impressive 3-1 Champions League win against Inter Milan, highlighting Gabriel Jesus's two goals and a standout performance by Bukayo Saka. The discussion delves into Mikel Arteta's strategic rotation, the team's growing European stature, and the cautious management of Kai Havertz's return. It also covers the intriguing prospect of Ethan Nwaneri's loan move to Marseille, reflecting on his development needs.
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...
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 th...
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 ...
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 do...
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 quest...
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...
In this episode we look back at Saturday's 3-2 win over Bournemouth. We discuss the uncharacteristic error from Gabriel which gave the home side the lead, then examine his response and what that says about him as a player and a leader. There's credit for Bournemouth in terms of how difficult they made it in the first half, before Declan Rice's second half brace put us in a commanding position. Eli Junior Kroupi pulled one back thanks to a wibbly-wobbly ball, but Arsenal saw the game out comforta...
In this episode I'm joined by Phil Costa to look back on Tuesday evening's 4-1 win over Aston Villa. After a frustrating first half in many ways, Arsenal turned the screw to take all three points with goals from Gabriel, Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus. We examine the key moments from both halves, and analyse the goals we scored, particularly the one with the goalkeeping error. There's also discussion of Gabriel's importance, Leandro Trossard's output, Martin Odegaard, Jesus...
In this episode we look back at Saturday's 2-1 win over Brighton which sent Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League. We chat about how the game made us feel, with a single goal lead feeling very precarious in the final stages, and we try and unpack the reasons why that is right now. Then we get into the game itself, the dominant first half performance, Martin Odegaard's goal and other chances to score, before we turn our attention to the second half, extending the lead, conceding a goal, a...
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie look back at Sunday's 2-0 win away at Crystal Palace in the Subway Cup quarter-final. They discuss the level of rotation and the impact it had on the performance, as well as the surface. There is discussion over the level of threat Palace carried in the first half and how Arsenal corrected it in the second half. There is some chat about Beth Mead's performances this season and then in the second half, Tim and Jamie take your questions ...
In this episode we look back at Saturday's 1-0 win away to Everton, having experienced the game in different ways. One viewing was much less anxious than the other, so how does that translate into analysis of the performance? We chat about the penalty award and the emphatic take by Viktor Gyokeres, and ask if that might be the confidence boost he really needs. There's also discussion of second half chances, Arsenal hitting the post twice, and winning while not playing at our very best. In the se...
In this episode I'm joined by Kaya Kaynak to discuss a wide range of topics, starting with the EFL Cup draw and the potential of a two-legged semi-final against Chelsea if we win our quarter-final against Crystal Palace. How seriously should Arsenal take this competition? We look at both sides. Then there's discussion of the reaction to the Wolves game and what happens next, some focus on making our attack more effective, Odegaard and Eze playing together, and we answer some listener questions a...
In this episode we look back at Saturday's last gasp win over Wolves, and try to balance the importance of the three points with the level of performance Arsenal put in. If the manager and the players are unhappy, is it ok for fans to be concerned too? We chat about the slightly surprising back-four selection, especially in the context of Ben White's injury, and discuss first half moments that could easily have changed the complexion of the game. All the goals came in the second half, and we dis...
