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Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show
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Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roche join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s final league game and 2-1 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
The panel reflect on a joyous day as Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy, this special group of players, finishing the season with the best disciplinary record, continued praise for the job that Arteta has done, Dowman breaking yet another record, Jesus’ impact since arriving on what might potentially be his last appearance, Merino’s return from injury and Eze’s incredible reception as he returned to Selhurst Park a champion.
Plus, the panel respond to listener messages and reflect on the celebrations of Arsenal fans around the world.
If you like the panel’s song choices, check out the ‘Now that’s what I call Handbrake’ playlist on both Spotify and Apple Music and listen to them all there:
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/now-thats-what-i-call-handbrake/pl.u-d2b00jZuDxWk6P
Producer: Robby Williams
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