Adrian Clarke and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 4-1 thrashing of Newcastle. After a disappointing performance in Porto, this was the perfect response. The panel analyse how Arsenal, led by Martin Ødegaard, never let the Magpies settle, pressing relentlessly from the first minute. Plus, pre match penguins, Jorginho the controller, and an atmosphere to remember. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 26, 2024•44 min
Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to nurse you back to cheeriness after that last minute Champions League kick in the teeth in Porto. Plus: a look ahead to revenge against Newcastle on Saturday; falling down the stairs; and influential 19th century French composers v middling 21st century French left backs Produced by Ben Green Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 22, 2024•35 min
Adrian Clarke and Jay Harris join Ian Stone to reflect on another brilliant away win, this time putting five past Burnley. Since their winter trip away, Arsenal have scored 21 goals conceding only twice. The panel discuss where this form has come from, and look ahead to Wednesday's tie vs Porto, Arsenal's first Champions League knockout game in 7 years. Plus, a record crowd saw Arsenal beat Manchester United in the WSL, can this reignite their title ambitions? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more a...
Feb 19, 2024•38 min
Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to preview Arsenal's trip to Burnley. Gabriel Magalhães has the chance to continue his fine scoring form, as only one team has conceded more set-piece goals than the Clarets. Gabriel Jesus may be back in contention, but after 3 goals in 3 games, does Trossard deserve to stay in the side? Plus, the panel compare this season to last, and look ahead to the fixtures we can improve on during the remainder of this campaign. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn mor...
Feb 15, 2024•31 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to to reflect on Arsenal's biggest away victory since 1935, beating West Ham 6-0 at the London Stadium. Declan Rice was exceptional, providing two assists before scoring a screamer from 25 yards. Bukayo Saka got his 50th and 51st Arsenal goal, the youngest player to hit a half century for the club since Frank Stapleton in 1978. Set pieces proved important once again, but is the open play fluidity we saw so much of last season returning? Plus, a livel...
Feb 12, 2024•40 min
James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to preview Arsenal's clash with West Ham. It was this fixture last season that the Gunners threw away a two goal lead, Sunday will be a test of how far they've come since then. The Hammers have got the better of Arsenal twice already this season, can Declan Rice enact revenge in his old stomping ground? Plus, Takehiro Tomiyasu returns from the Asia Cup, and Jurrien Timber is added to the Champions League squad. Produced by Jay Beale. Help John loc...
Feb 08, 2024•29 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-1 victory over league leaders Liverpool. With Jorginho partnering Rice in midfield, and Havertz and Odegaard pressing from the front, Mikel Arteta got his tactics spot on. The panel analyse the performance and address the 'over-celebrating' claims, after an emotional display on and off the pitch. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 05, 2024•43 min
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to preview a huge game, Liverpool's visit to the Emirates on Sunday. With Arsenal currently 5 points behind Klopp's side, is it win or bust? Plus, a look at those who left the club on deadline day, and after Neal Maupay's antics on Wednesday night, the panel pick their ultimate shithousery 5-a-side team. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 02, 2024•37 min
Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke reflect on the Gunners finally putting their City Ground hoodoo behind them. It was the lowest of low blocks from Forest but Mikel Arteta's side prevailed with another performance that encapsulated Gabriel Jesus and why watching Arsenal this season is a less joyous experience than last season. Hear what the panel thought of the long-awaited return of Emile Smith Rowe in midfield, plus why they enjoyed the post-match afters between Ben White and Oleksandr...
Jan 31, 2024•41 min
Today's Handbrake features an exclusive interview with Oleksandr Zinchenko, who spoke to The Athletic after Arsenal's win over Crystal Palace last weekend. Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on the interview, talk about the women's demolition of Reading, and preview the Nottingham Forest fixture ahead of Tuesday. Plus, should Emile Smith Rowe start at the City Ground, and who from our academy is ready for a loan? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Jan 25, 2024•47 min
We asked for goals, we got goals. Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal's thrashing of Crystal Palace. The panel give Gabriel Magalhães his flowers, and discuss how Arsenal once again used set pieces to their advantage. Plus, Raya's distribution, impact subs, and goals from open play! Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 22, 2024•38 min
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to preview the visit of Crystal Palace. The panel assess the squad after a winter break in Dubai, and discuss whether Emile Smith Rowe has a future at the club. Plus, a reflection on Tomáš Rosický’s Arsenal career, as James was recently in Prague to interview him. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 18, 2024•36 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal's defeat to Liverpool in the FA Cup. With 1 goal from their last 63 shots, the Gunners are creating chances but lacking the cutting edge to finish them. Does something need to change or can Arsenal play themselves out of this slump? Plus, has Mikel Arteta missed the opportunity to give youth players minutes this season, and have his substitutions been too reactive of late? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices...
Jan 08, 2024•39 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on the Liverpool, West Ham, and Fulham games. Arsenal were top of the league at Christmas, but now find themselves fourth after only picking up 4 points from a possible 15. With the January transfer window open, the panel ask whether there are internal options available, or if spending is required. Plus, how does Arteta approach Sunday's FA Cup tie vs Liverpool, and should Kieran Tierney be recalled from his loan? Produced by Jay Beale. L...
Jan 03, 2024•48 min
Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Jay Harris, to preview Anfield and talk about our Champions League round of 16 opponents, Porto. As it's Jay's last show covering Ian Stone, the panel look back at their favourite players Arsenal have signed on loan over the years. Plus, 4 years of Mikel Arteta, here's to 4 more. Produced by Jay Beale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 21, 2023•40 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Jay Harris, to talk about Arsenal's first home victory against Brighton since 2021. Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard were fantastic, and although it was a dominant performance, there is still a sense that the Gunners must kill teams off earlier. The panel reflect on how Arsenal suffocated Brighton, and ask whether Mikel Arteta is made an example of after another yellow card. Plus, tiny shin pads and footballer pet peeves. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about...
Dec 18, 2023•46 min
James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Jay Harris, to reflect on the dead rubber in Eindhoven. Arsenal had topped the group with a game to spare, yet Arteta still went with a strong XI, including Gabriel and Saliba. The panel ask whether fielding no youth players was an opportunity missed, or if Mikel got the line up spot on. Plus, 5-a-side blunders and a look ahead to Brighton. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 13, 2023•40 min
Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Jay Harris to reflect on a frustrating loss at Villa Park. In keeping with the Invincibles Advent that The Athletic are currently running, the panel also discuss whether the 03/04 side should’ve done better in Europe and how Ashely Cole should be remembered. Plus, domination at the Emirates as Arsenal thump Chelsea 4-1, taking them level on points in the WSL. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 11, 2023•53 min
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on a thriller at Kenilworth Road, 7 goals and a 97th minute winner thanks to Declan Rice. It's now 6 wins on the bounce, and with Villa on the horizon Arsenal will be looking to keep up this momentum. At one end, Gabriel Jesus was excellent, but at the other, Raya not so much. The panel discuss what went wrong at the back, the physicality of the starting XI, and how Arteta's substitutions helped changed the game. Plus, Mikel's yellow ...
Dec 06, 2023•43 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to discuss Arsenal's victory over Wolves, which ended up being tighter than it needed to be. It felt a lot like last season, a fast start but not clinical enough to put the game to bed. Are Arsenal ruthless enough, and do Zinchenko's attacking qualities outweigh his defensive flaws? Plus, Trossard's performance in midfield, and can Arsenal win at Luton for the first time since 1984? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Dec 04, 2023•44 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal topping their Champions League group in style, putting six past Lens. It was the first time this season we saw Havertz, Odegaard, Martinelli, Jesus, and Saka start together, and all of them were on the scoresheet by half time. Could this be the match that ignites Arsenal's attack? The panel also share memories of Megs Wilson, who the club honoured with black armbands, after she passed away a few days ago. Plus, favourite footba...
Nov 30, 2023•50 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Havertz’s late winner at Brentford, sending Arsenal top of the Premier League. The panel also discuss Ramsdale’s performance including what it could mean for his future, this season vs last season and whether we need midfield reinforcements in January. Plus, Beth Mead back on the scoresheet and looking ahead to Lens. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 27, 2023•47 min
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to preview Arsenal's trip to Brentford. Ramsdale is to return as Raya is ineligible to play, will Jesus and Ødegaard feature? The panel also talk about Everton's points deduction, while Manchester City's charges still loom. Plus, Mitch the Tortoise, Sean Senderos, and Hale End back at it again with Chido Obi-Martin and Max Downman. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 23, 2023•44 min
Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal's 3-1 win over Vincent Kompany's Burnley at The Emirates. Trossard got the first goal and in doing so scored Arsenal's thousandth goal at The Emirates so the guys discuss some of their favourite goals from the Emirates era. Raya's save at 0-0 was key to the win and Zinchenko and Trossard's technical level allowed Arsenal to wear Burnley down, but it was 2 set pieces that sealed it, and Arsenal now have the most set piece goals in t...
Nov 13, 2023•45 min
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss a comfortable 2-0 Arsenal victory over Sevilla at The Emirates. The wingers stole the show with Saka and Martinelli electric and goals from Trossard and Saka all but sealing Arsenal's place in the knockouts. The defence and midfield were in complete control too, conceding only 1 shot in the 96th minute as they moved 4 points clear in Group B. Plus a moment for Jose Antonio Reyes and a look ahead to Burnley on Saturday. Produced by Jess...
Nov 09, 2023•38 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to dissect an eventful game at St James’ Park, that saw Arsenal lose their first league game of the season. Bruno Guimarães should have seen red before half time, and VAR concluded there wasn’t enough wrong with Newcastle’s goal for it to be ruled out. Mikel Arteta was furious in his post match press conference, calling the officiating embarrassing and a disgrace. Arsenal released a statement the following day echoing the manager’s words, which has ...
Nov 06, 2023•50 min
Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone, to reflect on a disappointing night at the London Stadium, that saw Arsenal dumped out the Carabao Cup by West Ham. The panel also look ahead to the Arsenal's visit to Newcastle on Saturday evening. Plus, childhood inspirations, dogs behaving badly, and a game of what would Adrian say? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 02, 2023•37 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on and analyse the Arsenal’s thrashing of Sheffield United at the Emirates. It was a perfect afternoon that saw Nketiah bag his first hat-trick for the club, Tomiyasu score his first goal, and plenty of rotation showcasing the current squad depth. Plus, favourite Japanese exports, dating advice, and a look ahead to a big week with games in three competitions. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
Oct 30, 2023•46 min
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal’s 2-1 win in Seville, taking them top of their Champions League group. Gabriel Jesus was superb, setting up Martinelli beautifully for the opener, before rifling in what turned out to be the winner. The panel wax lyrical about Declan Rice yet again and discuss whether Takehiro Tomiyasu should be first choice left back. Plus, there’s MORE talk around the goalkeeper situation, and Martin Ødegaard's form. Produced by Jay Beale...
Oct 25, 2023•50 min
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal's late comeback at Stamford Bridge, where Declan Rice was brilliant yet again, dragging Arsenal back into the game through anticipation and composure. Plus, the relentless Bukayo Saka, super substitutions for the second week running, and back to back wins for Arsenal in the WSL. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 23, 2023•44 min
