Matthew is in late night radio mode as he flies solo this week, looking back on a surprisingly positive week for the club, squad and manager. He talks about the home wins against Southampton and West Ham and what we can take from recent xG figures, the Aubameyang issue, and how the kids are sharing the load.
On this week's delayed podcast, Matthew and Paul look back on a painful week to try to work out what went wrong and why. They ask why the senior players aren't providing more, where Arsenal get more goals from, and whether Nicolas Pepe is done as an Arsenal player.
Matthew is joined by special guest Ashley Gerlach to look back on a relatively comfortable win against the Newcastle and their as-yet unspent Saudi billions in their relegation battle. They also wonder if its time to give Mikel Arteta, Edu (and even Stan Kroenke) some credit for the clarity of and commitment to the new 'project'. Plus, we worry about Ralf in Manchester, scratch heads about Antonio down the Seven Sisters Road, and work out what the next transfer priorities need to be for the club...
Matthew is joined by Paul (and Anita, briefly) to look back at Arsenal somehow turning a 4-0 win over Watford into a narrow 1-0, and give some love to Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Benjamin White and (as per usual) Emile Smith Rowe. Plus we talk Josh Kroenke, Wenger revisionism, academy comebacks and the imperious women's team. For more Arsenal analysis and news updates, head over to DailyCannon.com or follow us on Twitter at: Daily Cannon , Lomekian , RocktheCasbah77 , and Arsenalofka #arsenal #watfo...
Matthew is joined by Helen and Paul this week to look back on an excellent victory at the King Power, and wax lyrical about the rise of Aaron Ramsdale. We also talk pleasant set-piece surprises, look forward to hosting Watford, and Helen takes great pleasure reporting from behind enemy lines on the inevitable fall of Nuno at Tottenham. Find more on dailycannon.com
Matthew and Anita look back the exciting performance against Aston Villa and the more functional victory over Leeds United, and discuss what we learned from the two. We talk tactical tweaks, transmitted energy and which of the second eleven helped their cause in the pursuit of more minutes. Plus we join the OGS fan club, and look forward to visiting Leicester.
Matthew and Paul discuss the mixed emotions of the 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace, try to work out what's not working, and look at possible tweaks. Plus we talk McArthur's unpunished assault on Bukayo Saka and the balance between on pitch and VAR officials, as well as further thoughts about a world cup every two years. And we send our best wishes to David Brooks following his recent cancer diagnosis. For more Arsenal analysis and news updates, head over to DailyCannon.com or follow us on Twitte...
Matthew and Stephen join forces to try to get their heads round the implications of the latest (and by far the biggest in financial terms) nation state buying their chunk of the sport we love. We talk sportswashing , the already murky waters (see Pod 164 with Joe Odell about our own sponsors ) of the Premier League, governance and what it means for Arsenal specifically and English and European football generally. We also look at why this is a whole other level to Manchester City and PSG bo...
Matthew and Anita discuss Arsenal's draw at Brighton and what to make of it after the high of beating Tottenham. Plus, we talk Wenger's World Cup plans, and enjoy the women and academy teams rolling on with great results.
Matthew is joined by Helen and Paul to bask in the afterglow of putting our noisy neighbours, Tottenham Hotspur, back in their box, while also enjoying the first signs of Arteta-ball emerging. Plus, we find time to talk Arsenal new boys, the Hale End kids and the old heads, celebrate the increased unity between supporters and team, and (finally) have a good laugh at Harry Kane's expense. All to the tune of a new song.... For more Arsenal analysis and news updates, head over to Daily Cannon or fo...
Matthew is joined by Anita to look back at a much needed narrow victory over Norwich, to look at how the new boys fitted in and together, and to ponder the best midfield combinations. Plus we give the women some more love, get a bit excited about Charlie Patino and friends, and look forward to the next run of fixtures.
This week Matthew is joined by Paul to enjoy Arsenal Women's 3-2 win against title rivals Chelsea, and to asses the men's team transfer window. Plus we they Ainsley Maitland-Niles, missing out on strikers, and some of the shining lights in the under 23s.
This week Matthew is joined by Stephen to lament another limp performance against Man City, get quietly excited about yet another signing and what he can bring to the club in terms of balance and bite, and struggle with office metaphors talking about Willian's surprising painless departure. Plus there are guest appearances from Ashley Gerlach (@ashleygerlach) and Gabrielle MacPherson (@GabrielleMacph), talking about fandom, the theatre of live sport, and their new stage adaptation of 'Fever Pitc...
This week, Matthew and Helen grab a break from childcare to (reluctantly) look back at the home defeat against Chelsea and try to see if any real lessons can be learned. Plus, they ask where our latest signings will fit in and what impact they will have on the team. They also ponder the idea that Pablo Mari is a low-grade Pascal Cygan. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for your order by using the code DCPOD20 at checko...
Matthew is joined by Paul and Brentford fan and host of the Sustainababble podcast (@thebabblewagon) Dave Powell (@powellds) to run the rule over any remaining Arsenal pre-season optimism evaporating on day one. We also talk club philosophies and joined up thinking, Martin Odegaard, Arteta's future, and try to remind ourselves how football can be fun, even when the team is a bit pony. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for yo...
This week, Matthew and Anita ponder the conclusions that can be taken from Arsenal's pre-season, rank transfer priorities and remember a time when we had more than one creative player on the pitch. Plus we talk Willock's impending departure, striker signing rumours, and ponder how Arsenal are still stuck with so much deadwood in the squad. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for your order by using the code DCPOD20 at ch...
As a special extra to celebrate 300 episodes, an exclusive interview with football writer (BBC Sport, The Guardian, The Independent, World Soccer Mag) Ryan Baldi (@RyanBaldiFW) about what he learnt researching his new book ' The Dream Factory: Inside the Make-or-Break World of Football’s Academies '. As well as insights into the strengths and failings of the current academy system, we discussed the origins and long-term future of academies, the impact of Brexit, and Women's football (specificall...
In the first of 2 podcasts to celebrate 300 episodes, Matthew is joined by Stephen, Helen and Sylvain to look back at the contrasting fortunes of the men's and women's teams against Chelsea, what we can learn from both and where £50m man Ben White fits in. Plus we rank squad building priorities, welcome the rejection of Roma's insulting bid for Granit Xhaka, and wonder why the EPL doesn't use overseas referees. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and fre...
Stephen is joined by Anita this week to discuss the signing of Albert Sambi Lokonga, Emile Smith Rowe's contract extension and why giving him the number 10 shirt is such a big deal, the imminent arrival of Ben White, Arsenal's new home kit looking like an Ajax knock-off, and everything else that happened this week. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for your order by using the code DCPOD20 at checkout . Follow us on @DailyCannon and get ...
Stephen is joined this week by Paul Williams and author Darren Berry, to discuss the acquisition of both Nuno Tavares and Albert Sambi Loknoga by the Gunners. They also discuss how Bukayo Saka's reputation has grown from his performances at the European Championships, and Darren discusses his new book, 'Over Land, Sea and Lockdown' written about Arsenal's COVID-affected season. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for your order by using t...
Matthew and Anita look back at Italy's shoot-out victory over England, talk selections and send Saka some love after being forced to play at number 10 for the second time ever before taking his first ever professional penalty in England's biggest game in over 50 years. Plus we look back at the whole tournament, look forward to the return of real football, and talk a little about confirmed and potential arrivals and Italian transfer budgets. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can g...
Stephen Bradley flies solo this week, and foremost on his mind is the departure of Matteo Guendouzi. He wonders whether more could've been done to help the young Frenchman, and what can be learned as another young potential superstar in Bukayo Saka starts to get the same attention from outside the club. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for your order by using the code DCPOD20 at checkout ....
This week, Matthew & Stephen chew the fat over this week's Arsenal transfer links - specifically looking at Ben White's potential roles and appeal, wonder why the ESR to Villa story won't die. They also discuss what they've found out about Nuno Tavares, plus they touch on tactical trends from Euro 2020(1!), some low key departures from the club and compare personal grooming notes... This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for your order b...
Stephen sits in for Matthew this week, and he is joined by Anita to discuss Kieran Tierney signing a new contract, how much would they be willing to sell Emile Smith-Rowe for, and Stephen's pessimism kicks into overdrive whilst discussing the start of next season's fixture list. This week’s pod is sponsored by Manscaped and you can get 20% off and free worldwide shipping for your order by using the code DCPOD at checkout ....
Matthew and Stephen are joined by Anita to weigh up the pros and cons of rumoured bids for Ben White and James Maddison, wonder who will replace Xhaka, and ask 'What system does Arteta want to play anyway?' Plus we cover possible departures, Euro 2021 talking points and which is worse - Belgium's defence or Germany's centre forward options?
Matthew is joined by Stephen and Paul to review Arsenal's 2020-21 season, and they also have an impromptu end of season awards ceremony. Topics include player of the season, goal of the season, dud of the season, and pleasant surprise of the season, which Stephen's pessimism found too much to bear.
Matthew and Stephen sit down to discuss the decisions waiting in the summer ahead for Arsenal, Mikel Arteta, Edu and the Kroenkes. Plus we look at the value of investment, how to factor in the Hale End production line, and what different systems mean for different recruitment options. Send questions on Twitter @DailyCannon and check out DailyCannon.com for news, gossip, opinion and more.
On this week's podcast, Matthew and Paul look back at victories over both halves of the M23 rivalry and the sparkling end of season form of our record signing. They also celebrate 26th May (32 years ago), and give Calum Chambers some love for his under the radar excellence. Don't forget to subscribe in your podcast app of choice and leave a review. You can get in touch to submit questions @DailyCannon on Twitter or via email podcast@dailycannon.com . Get more news and gossip every day at d...
Matthew, Paul and (for the first half of the podcast) Anita look back at the win over Chelsea and the delicious FA Cup Final VAR moment, talk the pros and cons of sticking with Arteta, and wonder about the ESL mindset. Plus we look forward to the challenge against a retiring Roy Hodgson, while trying to not be distracted by the newest addition to the Daily Cannon team.
On this week's Daily Cannon podcast, Stephen Bradley is joined by Anita Sambol to discuss the fallout from Arsenal's disastrous 2-1 aggregate defeat to Villarreal in the Europa League semi final and how the victory on Sunday over West Brom left more questions than answers. They also discuss just what went wrong for the Gunners and wonder just how much work is ahead of the club to get back to where they want to be.
