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On this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to talk about the need to hit the reset button as Arsenal enjoy a break and some warm weather training in Dubai. We chat about what the benefits might be for the squad, and what the absence of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang means for the former captain, before attention turns to the transfer market. What did Mikel Arteta and Stan Kroenke discuss in Denver this week? What do we need before the window closes, and what do we expect to happen. All that, and some of the usual waffle too.Follow Tim @Stillberto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode discuss 0-0 draw with Burnley on Sunday, and our failure to take all 3 points against the league's bottom side. We chat about the players we had available and the impact of the absentees, not taking a golden chance to score a crucial goal, Mikel Arteta's decision to replace Emile Smith Rowe with Eddie Nketiah, and continued shortcomings in the striker position. Then there are listener questions about what January might bring in the transfer market, the possibility of patching things up with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, back up for Tomiyasu, the burden on Bukayo Saka, Nicolas Pepe, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode discuss the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg. Arsenal had some players back from injury, but a lack of match fitness was a hindrance. We talk about the goals we conceded, a couple of bright sparks in red and white, the decision to involve Thomas Partey after his return from AFCON, the red card, and what this defeat highlights in terms of recruitment needs. We then answer questions about the ongoing betting investigation as reported by James, all the red cards we've received under Mikel Arteta, Gabriel Martinelli, the striker situation, a narrowing window of opportunity to make substantive progress and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the weekend postponement of the North London derby, the Premier League rules, the outcry and furore that surrounded the decision, and the way it unified the reaction among Arsenal fans to what was unfair criticism. We talk more broadly about whether games should be played in these circumstances, potential rule changes and when they can be, as well as answering listener questions about midfield transfer options, William Saliba, the impact of Covid on footballers, Matteo Guendouzi, a hilarious FIFA soundtrack (if true) and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast we deal with the two big announcements at Arsenal Women this week. Firstly, we have an exclusive interview with Arsenal defender Leah Williamson about her decision to extend her contract, her Arsenal legacy, her reassurance at the direction of the club and her recent injury.Then we get into the news that the Gunners have signed Swedish forward Stina Blackstenius. Tim talks to Swedish football analyst and journalist Mia Eriksson about Blackstenius' career to date, her qualities and how she might fit in with "Eideball."You can follow Tim on Twitter @StillbertoGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 0-0 draw with Liverpool in the first leg of our Carabao Cup semi-final. We chat about the strong team we faced versus the much depleted side we could send out, wax lyrical over the way we responded and defended having gone down to 10 men and while focusing on the collective spirit and quality we showed, there's some extra praise for Ben White who was superb on the night. There is the inevitable discussion of Granit Xhaka, the red card, and what the consequences are – but we talk about why the sending off happened from a footballing perspective. Then we answer listener questions about Dusan Vlahovic, the character of the team, Jack Wilshere as a short-term midfield option, Bernd Leno and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the disappointing 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup. We chat about the make-up of the team with AFCON, injury and Covid absences, being light in central midfield after letting Maitland-Niles leave, the goal we conceded, the step down in quality in some key positions, a poor overall performance, as well as analysing Nuno Tavares and Mikel Arteta's decision to take him off in the first half. Then there are questions about team selection for Liverpool and Sp*rs – in particular central midfield, transfer market priorities in January and the need for more firepower, Liverpool's false positives, and lots more besides.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss postponements and fixture congestion, the January transfer window including the imminent departure of Ainsley Maitland-Niles and whether there's someone coming in to replace him, a dream January arrival and the rationale for pushing the boat out now when it comes to finding a new striker, plus ref chat, improving officiating, looking ahead to the FA Cup, Maitland-Niles Euro-pop and much more.Follow Andrew @aallensportIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 2-1 defeat to Man City, and despite many frustrations and an injury time winner for the opposition, there's a sense of positivity about our performance. We chat about how we played collectively, some focus on key individuals, and there's discussion of game-changing moments, like the Martinelli miss and the Gabriel red card, as well as how this is a game this team can take a lot from going forward. We also talk about the refereeing, VAR inconsistency and answer listener questions about the standards of officiating, Partey's midfield replacement now he's gone to AFCON, the Carabao Cup semi-finals, holding on to young talented players, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Because of the time of year, this week's Arsecast is our Premier League preview podcast which is usually exclusive to Patreon members. As ever I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose, and we discuss Saturday's game against Man CityOn the agenda:Mikel Arteta's positive Covid testThe manager missing the game and training, what impact might it haveTeam selection - is there scope for a changeWhat to expect from Man City What we need to see from ArsenalPlus some end of year awards And moreIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, and get a Premier League podcast for every game and lots more, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we look back at the impressive 5-0 win over Norwich on Sunday, discussing the collective performance, some tactical shifts, and with focus on some very exciting individual performances too. We chat about Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli's pressing, another off the bench contribution from Emile Smith Rowe, as well as the Wolves postponement and this recent run of form. Then there are listener questions about what to expect from the Man City game, Kieran Tierney's goal celebrations, whether the league position now might impact the January transfer business, Granit Xhaka, Martinelli's socks and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show I'm joined by James Benge to discuss the 5-1 win over Sunderland in the Carabao Cup. Contrasting fortunes for young strikers Folarin Balogun and Eddie Nketiah, but what does the future hold for both of them? Mikel Arteta wants Eddie to stay, but is there a better time for him to leave than next summer when he's out of contract? We also chat about Nicolas Pepe, a goalscoring debut for 18 year old Charlie Patino, and lots more – plus there's a bit of festive Holy God FM.Follow James @jamesbengeIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 4-1 win over Leeds on Saturday evening. They might have been poor, but what we did was still impressive, with three goals and a record number of attempts on target in the first half. There's discussion of the continuing emergence of Gabriel Martinelli after his two goal salvo, his reintroduction to the team of late, and developmental work behind the scenes. We also chat about Martin Odegaard, another great cameo from Smith Rowe, the penalty we conceded, as well as listener questions about our recent form, the importance of Takehiro Tomiyasu, Rob Holding reporting racist abuse, Aaron Ramsdale winding up Leeds fans with his celebrations and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the impressive 2-0 win over West Ham which sent us into the top four. There's focus on Gabriel Martinelli who scored the opener, Bukayo Saka, missing a penalty, Smith Rowe's goal which sealed the game, and ensuring that a big opportunity didn't pass us by – especially in the wake of all that's happened off-field this week. We also talk about the exciting potential of the young players in this team, and answer questions about how we fit them all in, whether the Aubameyang situation might change the thinking over Alexandre Lacazette, home form v away form, worries over disruption to football because of the rise in Covid cases, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 3-0 win over Southampton on Saturday. After a shaky start we scored a breathtaking goal to spark us into life, and set us on the way to three points. We chat about that kind of goal and the way you have to play to score it, Martin Odegaard grabbing his third in three games, a hugely impressive second half, and ponder the stark difference between our home and away form this season. In the second half there's a big discussion about the Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang situation, what happened and why, how it became public, and what happens next. There are also questions about strikers, the pecking order, potential January business, the captaincy, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Santi Cazorla and loads more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show I'm joined by Andrew Allen and Clive Palmer to discuss Arsenal's recent results, lack of goals and what we can do about that. There's discussion of the manager, the lack of siege mentality in a team full of introverts, problems with our forwards, as well as some questions from our Patreon Members about Thomas Partey, changes to the coaching staff, substitutions, January transfers and lots more.Follow Andrew @AAllenSport : Follow Clive @clivepafcVisit Arsebiz to support fellow Arsenal fans with your Christmas shopping - https://arsebiz.arseblog.com/If you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 2-1 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park. We talk about the team selection, the return of Granit Xhaka, and the terrible first half performance, even though we went in a goal up. There's a long discussion about our inability to create chances and the way Mikel Arteta instructs his team to play, as well as real focus on his substitutions and the decisions he made which had such a big impact on the game. What now for Aubameyang and Pepe? We chat about the goals we conceded, our position in the table, and why the last two games have felt so damaging. We also have some questions about Thomas Partey, what kind of team Arsenal are, Mikel Arteta and where we're going (or not) under him, and more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Alex rake over the coals of a painful Cup Final defeat to Chelsea, with a focus on the poor defensive organisation, midfield chemistry, the decision not to use Jordan Nobbs and what the manner of the defeat could mean for the rest of the season. Then Tim and Alex preview the big game against Barcelona at Emirates Stadium on Thursday night.Tim also has an exclusive interview with Gunners defender Lotte Wubben-Moy, looking ahead to that game, discussing her time in the US, why she's chosen to continue living in her hometown of Stoke Newington and growing up with dual Dutch and English heritage.You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto : Alex @AlexIbaceta23Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show the focus is on last night's 3-2 defeat to Man Utd. I'm joined by Phil Costa and Ryan Hunn to discuss team selection; going ahead then sitting back and why this team does that so often; the goals we conceded and whether it's individual errors or collective issues that were the main problem; disappointing senior players; Mikel Arteta's substitutions and what they say about those involved and one player in particular who wasn't; and lots more.Follow Phil @_philcosta : Follow Ryan @ryanhunnVisit Arsebiz to support fellow Arsenal fans with your Christmas shopping - https://arsebiz.arseblog.com/If you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this bonus episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Arsenal left-back Steph Catley ahead of the showpiece game about her difficult first season in London, not being able to go home to Australia for over 18 months, her hamstring surgery last season and why she is loving this season. Tim is also joined by Arsenal right-back Noelle Maritz, who talks about her upbringing in the USA and Switzerland, facing up to her old Wolfsburg teammate Pernille Harder on Sunday and her first ever game at Wembley.Then Tim and Alex are joined by women's football journalist and Chelsea fan Jessy Parker Humphries for their perspective on Sunday's showpiece final. You can follow Jessy on twitter @jessyjphYou can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto : Alex @AlexIbaceta23Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.