Totally Gold 03/04: Abramovich arrives but Arsenal go Invincible

The 2003-04 Arsenal team, famously known as the Invincibles, achieved an extraordinary feat by completing the entire Premier League season unbeaten, an accomplishment never repeated since.

Michael Cox highlights how this Arsenal squad was not just defensively solid, keeping 21 clean sheets, but also innovatively attack-minded with fluid, interchangeable firepower that overwhelmed defenses, especially powered by Thierry Henry's outstanding 30 league goals.

Despite the lack of a fierce title race and some criticisms, this team balanced a strong defense and potent attack, contributing to their unbeaten run and ultimate championship.

The episode also discusses how Arsenal's defensive strength and transfer market savvy under Arsene Wenger played a critical role in this historic achievement, challenging the notion that Wenger simply inherited a good defense.

This segment (around 2:00 to 10:00) gives a deep dive into how remarkable and unique this team truly was, going beyond just the unbeaten record to their playing style and squad composition.

• Arsenal's 2003-04 Invincibles were an attacking team, evolving from counter-attacking to possession-based play.
• They entertained neutrals while dominating, setting them apart from typical unbeaten run teams focused on defense.

• Arsenal's attack was fluid and versatile, with players interchanging positions to disrupt defenses.
• Thierry Henry was a goal-scoring machine, almost a goal per game, setting unprecedented standards.