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THE ARSENAL OPINION - BY LE GROVE

An Arsenal opinion podcast. Recorded live, never edited. Hosts Pedro, Matt, and Johnny Cochrane bring you LIVE On The Whistle match analysis, transfer speculation, strategic insight, and all things Arsenal. Get bonus content on Patreon

Episodes

MANCHESTER CITY - BEFORE THE WHISTLE

We replaced the Thursday Therapy with a Before the Whistle. Here’s what we chatted about: Arsenal's Champions League Draw – The team reflects on Arsenal's first Champions League game in years, debating whether the draw against Atalanta was a solid result or a missed opportunity. Lack of Creativity in Midfield – A key discussion centers on Arsenal's need for an additional creative attacking midfielder, with concerns about the performance of current players in that role. David Raya's Goalkeeping E...

Sep 20, 20241 hr 5 min

BEFORE THE WHISTLE - ATALANTA

The is the Before The Whistle for the Atalanta game. These are usually EXCLUSIVE to our Members. But we wanted to show you what you're missing and we've given the AOPers something else for their exclusive hit this week. Johnny and Matt cracking into injury news, selection options, and the opposition. Enjoy the podcast and our first Champions League game! Here's where you can become a member (audio) https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion If you like daily Arsenal writing and audio: https://www...

Sep 18, 20241 hr 8 min

SPURS SHANKED BY DISCIPLINED ARSENAL

This is the On The Whistle from the Spurs game. We discussed: Underrated Big Gabi Defending Martinelli Spurs... a bit rubbish Arsenal showing title-winning spirit Kai and Tross bossing it Nwaneri teenage kicks If you want this right after the game, sign up for our Patreon below. https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion If you want a daily Arsenal newsletter, sign up to Le Grove. https://www.le-grove.co.uk/p/spurs-shanked-by-disciplined-arsenal?r=1lr4m4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Sep 17, 20241 hr 24 min

ARTETA SIGNS NEW DEAL!

Thursday Therapy was BANGING this week. We discussed: ARTETA SIGSN BEFORE NLD Gambling on Raheem Nwaneri temptations Saka for Captain! Strategising against Spurs Take a listen and let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 20241 hr 7 min

KAI FLYING HAI - BIG SEASON AHEAD?

Johnny and Matt get into the mixer for a Sunday Arsenal Opinion Special! Also, if you like this content ad free: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion If you like Arsenal newsletters that come daily: https://le-grove.co.uk/ This is what they spoke about: Here are five bullet points summarizing the key content from the podcast: 1. **Excitement for Upcoming Matches:** The hosts expressed anticipation for the crucial upcoming fixtures, particularly the North London Derby and the match against M...

Sep 09, 20241 hr 11 min

REBOOTING MARTINELLI

GET SOME THURSDAY THERAPY IN UR SYSTEM. Also, if you like this content ad free: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion If you like Arsenal newsletters that come daily: https://le-grove.co.uk/ Here's what we chatted about. 1. **Introduction and Warm-Up:** Musical intro and welcome to Thursday therapy session. 2. **Ødegaard and Arsenal's Injury Concerns:** Discussing Martin Ødegaard's injury and squad depth issues. 3. **Arsenal's One-Sided Attack:** Analysis of Arsenal’s reliance on the right-h...

Sep 05, 20241 hr 8 min

RED CARD DISGRACE KILLS ARSENAL GAME

It's Aash, JC, and Pedro covering the horrible Arsenal result: Declan Rice - shameful? Rough decision? Reffing hell! What needs to change? 10 men Arsenal - Arteta evolution? KING KAI - everyone else just a backup! QUIET EMIRATES - what happened? Midfield for SP*RS For premium content, check out: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 02, 20241 hr 6 min

DEADLINE DAY SPECIAL - RAHEEM STERLING SIGNS!

Johnny and Pedro went LIVE on the internet to talk through a deadline day in realtime. They discussed: Saying bye to Eddie Being TOO disciplined with players The Merino disaster What did Arteta say to Reiss? SIGNING RAHEEM LAST MINUTE! Perfectly boring Neto deal ALL THE MOVES ELSEWHERE One of the great deadline days of all time! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 30, 20241 hr 29 min

TRANSFER WINDOW VENTING SESSION (TRIGGER WARNING)

Pedro and Jacob get down to the serious business of our transfer window that seems to be flapping in the wind. Exploring Sterling - good move? Or bad egg? Sane with the big numbers Coman from the left - are we sure? Raiding Brighton's bloated squad Champions League pots announced! Let us know what you think! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 29, 202459 min

EMERY DOWNED, FINALLY

Pete, Aash, and Jacob go LIVE after the game. Here are the discussion points: Timber's debut Partey on the rise Bill & Gabs lock it up Raya with fire performance THE CURSE OF UNAI IS LIFTED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 26, 20241 hr 8 min

NICO WILLIAMS RELEASE CLAUSE ACTIVATION?

Pedro and Jacob steam into an action-packed Thursday Therapy - here's what they chatted about! 1. Transfer Talk: Lukman vs. Osimhen – Which Forward Should Arsenal Pursue? 2. Midfield Masterclass: Could Declan Rice Thrive as Arsenal's Deep-Lying Playmaker? 3. Eddie Nketiah's Potential Move to Nottingham Forest – A Smart Career Decision? 4. Xabi Alonso to Arsenal? Revisiting One of the Biggest 'What-Ifs' in Club History 5. The Overlap's Success: How Player Conversations are Changing Football Media...

Aug 23, 20241 hr 7 min

WOLVES TOPPLED - SO WHY ARE ARSENAL FANS FEELING PAIN?

Johnny and Pedro go On The Whistle for the Arsenal vs Wolves game! We discuss: Partey's performance Saka stepping up a level Timber competing with Zinchenko Raya showing off agility Let us know what you think! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 20, 20241 hr 8 min

THE AOP 2024/25 NEW SEASON PREDICTIONS!

The boys from The Arsenal Opinion get together to share their mystic meg views on the season ahead. Jacob Hawley, Matt Kandela, Johnny Cochrane, and Pedro put it all on the line. They cover: First manager to get fired Dark horse of the season Player most likely to cross the manager WHO WILL WIN THE TITLE ... and much, much more. If you want premium writing and all the podcasts ADVERT FREE sign up here: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ If you want just the audio and bonus content, sign up here: https:...

Aug 15, 20241 hr 8 min

WHO SHOULD ARSENAL FEAR?

Matt and Pedro get into the ring and duke it out for a midweek Arsenal special. They chat: Liverpool's nightmare situation Dark clouds over City New Newcastle beginnings Window patience and why it matters ENJOY THIS PODCAST x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 14, 20241 hr 14 min

GOOD VIBES FC - ANOTHER WIN, ARE WE READY?

Arsenal capped a very decent preseason against Lyon at home. We saw good performances from strugglers, we were wowed by some debuts, and the setpiece machine is back up and purring! Enjoy this On The Whistle with Matt and Johnny. x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 12, 20241 hr 13 min

ARSENAL LEFT-SIDE COOKING

Jacob and Pedro get into the mixer with a Thursday Therapy session. I asked AI to read the transcript and this is what it says we spoke about. Here are 4-5 headlines summarizing the podcast transcript: 1. Excitement Builds as Arsenal Show Scorching Form in Pre-Season: The hosts discuss Arsenal's impressive pre-season performance against Bayer Leverkusen, highlighting the readiness and hunger of the squad ahead of the new Premier League season. 2. Mikel Arteta's Unorthodox Motivational Tactics St...

Aug 09, 20241 hr 2 min

BAYER LEVERKUSEN SMASHED! WHAT DID WE LEARN?

JC goes On The Whistle SOLO… can you believe it? No one to argue and push back? Here’s what he’s pushing. Bukayo Saka's Monster Year: The podcast host confidently predicts Bukayo Saka will have an exceptional season, possibly scoring 20 goals, based on his sharp performance and mature presence on the field. Arsenal's Dominant Win Over Leverkusen: Arsenal showcased a dominant 4-1 victory against Leverkusen, indicating strong readiness for the upcoming season. Key players like Zinchenko, Ødegaard,...

Aug 08, 202436 min

EDDIE FOR £17M IS A DISGRACE!

It’s Thursday Therapy, and this early-bird podcast should get you going. We talk: Left backs: Bench, sell, play Eddie and that LOW FEE Mikel Merino gets the Fabrizio nod Jesus & Kai - back to the OG plan? WOULD YOU SELL MARTINELLI (spicy) Let me know what you think of the content! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 02, 202451 min

ARSENAL BEATEN IN A SAFE SPACE - WHAT HAPPENED?

Arsenal took a beating against Liverpool set against a MASSIVE east coast crowd. Pedro and Matt jumped on a dropped a big podcast. They covered: Partey Problem Jesus and Kai resume normal order Martinelli getting the magic back? Odegaard cover issue MLS & Ethan, the chosen kids? Let us know what you thought! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 01, 202452 min

CALAFIORI, WELCOME HOME!

Arsenal make their first MEGA signing of the summer and Pedro, Aash, and Matt chat about it. We discuss: Mikel Arteta's big hug and his secret slides Beating off Madrid and Bayern - are we massive? Signing players that are already sold on Arsenal Arsenal - can we concede less than 21 goals? Eddie, Reiss, and ESR - will all three move? Let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 30, 202446 min

NWANERI LOOKING 800 MINUTES GOOD

Pedro and Matt jump on a later On The Whistle to discuss the United result. They discuss: Nwaneri looking 800 minutes good Gabi Jesus and Occam’s Razor Rating the new kids! Reiss Nelson looking like £50m Let us know what you think! x P.S. Sorry if there was some wifi nonsense! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 29, 202454 min

SMITH ROWE TO GO!

Jacob and Pedro get into a Thursday Therapy session! They discuss: The kids struggle Loan to buy PAIN Calafiori taking the place of Gabriel The POWER of Timber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 27, 202454 min

EXCLUSIVE: GILBERTO SILVA TALKS ABOUT ARSENAL!

The Arsenal team is in LA right now in preparation for the Arsenal vs United game at SoFi Stadium this coming Saturday. Gilberto is at the training camp and took time out to speak with us about the players, the excitement of the season, mental toughness, and the BIG game this weekend. If you want tickets, sign up on this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 24, 202441 min

£100M SUMMER IS ON!

Jacob and Pedro crack into a Thursday Therapy session and get into the mixer on the following haaaaaawt topics. Emile nearing exit Reiss price dropping - is he serious about going? England Manager Bingo Fighting Barca for Spaniards City exodus of BIG names Let us know what you think! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 19, 20241 hr 10 min

SAD ENGLAND

Johnny and Pedro get into a debrief on this sad, sad Monday: The science of Arsenal kits England debrief Emile Smith NO-GO Nico Williams - would you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 15, 202459 min

BUSTING MYTHS: INJURIES, RECOVERY, PAIN

This podcast has been a long time in the making - Charlie Goodchild is a friend who has worked in sports his whole life and runs three physio practices in London. He’s worked with the FA and for Saracens (rugby). Try to listen to this fully understanding there is guesswork when talking about athletes he hasn’t worked with… this is for topline understanding. You can find Charlie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physio_charlie/ Here are his business connects: https://linktr.ee/betterneveren...

Jul 13, 202454 min

EDU BEGINS HIS ARSENAL SELLING SPREE!

This AOP has a local flavor to it. They discuss: Saka redemption Chances on Sunday Why the Brits fight Eddie to the south of France Nuno to Lazio Darwin in the stands - was he right? Take a listen and tell us what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 12, 20241 hr 7 min

CAN ARSENAL STARBOYS TAKE IT ALL THE WAY?

Johnny and Pedro (briefly Matt) have a big chat about all the exciting stuff happening around Arsenal. They Discuss: A little hypothetical on abolishing draws, killing extra time, and bringing back MLS penalties Saka and Rice contributions to England and their chances of glory! Califiori nearing a big move to London Dan Bentley, everyone’s favorite #2 option this summer! Let us know what you think! x If you want primo writing, bonus content and ad free podcasts, sign up Le Grove here: https://ww...

Jul 09, 202451 min

EXPLORING LCB EVOLTION AND CALAFIORI - FEAT BEN MATTINSON

Pedro has a chat with Ben Mattinson, an aspiring football analyst, about the LCB position, it's evolution, and Riccardo Calafiori. They also discuss: Links to a NEW Asprilla Making the case for Onana Looking at what United is getting with Zirkzee It's a great listen. Got me REVVED up for the next week. Hope you enjoyed. If you want to hear more from Ben, take a look here: https://x.com/Ben_Mattinson_ If you want premium writing and all our bonus content, check out: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Le...

Jul 08, 20241 hr 8 min

THE BIG INTERVIEW - EX-ARSENAL PLAYER, DAVID HILLIER

Johnny Cochrane has been on podcast FIRE this week - today, he interviewed David Hillier. It’s a great listen, below is the summary for you to gorge on! x **Podcast Summary:** **00:00:01 - Introduction and Welcome** - Introduction to the podcast and its special guest, former Arsenal Premier League player David Hillier. - David expresses excitement for the new football season and reflects on his lifelong involvement in football. **00:03:01 - Collecting Panini Stickers** - Host shares a childhood ...

Jul 06, 20241 hr 7 min
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