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About AWFC: No better fix than a Quarter Pounder with Cheese
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Laura, Rory and Lucy are back after Arsenal served up yet another disappointing draw, this time against Aston Villa, on what was supposed to be a glorious Bovril day. At least there was some light relief away from the WSL with a dominant Alessia Russo display against Benfica.
Lucy also wonders if Renée Slegers is suffering from a bout of Analysis Paralysis, and we wonder where on Earth we need to send the players on a trip to try and get us over the line.
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The Thing About Arsenal is the podcast that reminds Gooners why it's fun to support the greatest football club in the world. Even when you're moaning about them. Subscribe for new podcasts every Monday, Tuesday and Friday throughout the 2026/27 Premier League and Champions League season, plus match reactions after every Arsenal men's game.
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29:30|A performance somehow reminiscent of Panathanaikos in 1998. More on that...Luke and Jim are straight out of the Emirates to react to our rain-soaked, windswept match-up with Everton, featuring some brilliant performances from Noni Madueke, Eberechi Eze and – most of all – Gabriel. Just don't do that kneeslide again, please. Plus, did Luke muster up the courage to pick a different chocolate bar from Annie? We're waiting with bated breath.Join The Thing About Arsenal Club! Bonus episodes, match reaction live streams, Discord access. Start your 7-day free trial. Click HERE to find out more!Comment on Spotify or on YouTube, or get in touch with the show on X, Instagram, and TikTok. You can also email us show@thingaboutarsenal.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and makes it easier for other Arsenal fans to find us. Thank you for your support!***