Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

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 about the final stages of the game in which we could have both won and last the game, coping with the chaos of the opposition set-pieces, hindsight substitutions, the grind of the Premier League, what Mikel Arteta will do – if anything – to try and find the attacking spark, and lots more.Follow Ryan on BlueSky here: https://bsky.app/profile/ryanhunn.bsky.socialGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

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 influence of Leandro Trossard and the midfield pairing of Declan Rice and Zubimendi, before we answer questions about William Saliba, shirt pulling, Martinelli's performance levels this season, the big game at Anfield between Liverpool and Man City, and loads more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

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 Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to look back at Tuesday night's 1-0 win over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg. We discuss Chelsea's approach to a game they had to score in, and their decision to essentially nullify the game for an hour, giving them less time to find a goal. Was this an understandable tactical approach from Liam Rosenior, or something of a misstep. We also chat about how Arsenal dealt with the game, leaning into our defensive solidity, before scoring what was a very enjoyable goal right at the end through Kai Havertz to absolutely ensure our pathway to a Wembley final next month. As well as that, there's discussion of what this trophy might mean for the team and the fans after so long without tangible success, and lots more besides. Follow Lewis on BlueSky here: https://bsky.app/profile/lgambrose.bsky.socialGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

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 rebuild overall.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

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 one away well, there were important cameos off the bench from Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus, and a resounding win was made more impactful by the points Man City dropped yesterday. In part 2 we have questions about Mikel Merino's injury and whether or not Arsenal will move in the market before this evening's deadline, potential beneficiaries of the Spaniard's absence, Declan Rice, Ethan Nwaneri, tomorrow's night Carabao Cup semi-final, and lots more. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

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 eight wins from eight games. We also chat about Martin Odegaard and how the captain is struggling for form this season, whether Mikel Arteta needs to find greater involvement for Eberechi Eze, the manager's pre-game comments about getting on the boat for the final months of the season, and lots more.Follow Charles on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@CharlesWattsAFCnewsGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

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 Gotham FC about a rollercoaster couple of years of success for them. At the end, Tim gives us an overview on CONMEBOL champions Corinthians and how they have dominated Brazilian and South American women's football.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog's award winning coverage of Arsenal Women by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog

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 this been in the post a bit over the last few weeks due to our recent form, and why is there a difference in level between Premier League and the cup competitions? We also have questions about the atmosphere/fan reaction, magic moments (or lack of), our under-performing attack and whether it's a collective loss of form or something more structural, the need to change the dynamic of the team and ways we can do so, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog