Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast Arsenal Women Arsecast 137: Villa with the stoppage time killer
Sep 30, 2025
Tim and Jamie dissect a disappointing 1-1 draw with Aston Villa, highlighting Arsenal's struggles without Leah Williamson. They discuss how the team's early goal may have led to a relaxation in intensity, affecting their performance. The hosts critique substitution choices and explore the impact of late-game pressures on defensive stability. They also entertain listener questions about squad rotation for upcoming matches and the disconnection some players may feel at the Emirates. To lighten the mood, they rank finals based on atmosphere and food!
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Loss Of Long Passing After Williamson
- Losing Leah Williamson has reduced Arsenal's long progressive passing and changed build-up balance.
- Tim Stillman and Jamie Spanger highlight lack of a reliable long passer limits progression into the final third.
Progression Numbers Have Dropped
- Arsenal's passes into the final third have roughly halved compared to last season.
- Tim uses squad stats to show Katie Reid and Steph Catley now average far fewer progressive passes than before.
Early Goal Reduced Urgency
- An early goal appeared to reduce Arsenal's intensity and urgency in the game.
- Rene Slegers suggested the team 'relaxed' after taking the lead and failed to kill the game off.