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Arsenal ease past PSG and Brest rise to second best – Football Weekly Extra podcast

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Oct 2, 2024
Recent Champions League action is front and center, with Arsenal's robust win over PSG sparking discussions about their status as rising contenders. Brest makes headlines too, climbing to second in their league. The impact of financial disparities on teams is explored, as well as standout performances, including an astonishing seven-goal match. Injury concerns for star players like Haaland lead to reflections on player dynamics. Amidst the excitement, listeners also enjoy heartwarming anecdotes about the emotional connections fans share with memorable sporting moments.
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INSIGHT

Unexpectedly Flat Victory

  • Arsenal's dominant win over PSG felt strangely routine and flat.
  • This might be due to the new Champions League format making it hard to get invested.
ANECDOTE

Havertz's Playing Style

  • Barney Ronay compared Kai Havertz's playing style to a medical student on a fun run and a Jane Austen character.
  • Despite this comparison, Havertz has been scoring goals like a traditional number nine.
INSIGHT

State of French Football

  • Arsenal's comfortable win over PSG raises questions about the current state of French football.
  • The reduction in broadcast revenue in Ligue 1 might be a contributing factor.
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