Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast Arsenal Women Arsecast 132: Pre-season
Aug 28, 2025
The discussion kicks off with a look back at pre-season friendlies against Tottenham and West Ham, analyzing player roles and tactics. Jenna Nighswonger's promising addition and potential impact are highlighted, along with thoughts on loan transitions to enhance player development. The team dynamics and tactical choices in light of injuries are scrutinized, offering a peek into a strategic 'horses for courses' approach next season. There’s also excitement about new features and the upcoming season’s prospects, engaging listeners all the way.
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Pre-Season Is For Experimentation
- Pre-season friendlies are used mainly to experiment with positions and minutes rather than show final tactics.
- Renee Slegers is exploring roles for players like Pilova and Cooney-Cross to build versatility for the season.
Left-Side Depth Has Improved
- Channels and overlapping full-backs add depth previously missing on Arsenal's left side.
- Taylor Hines and Jenna Nighswonger give genuine cover and different attacking options for the left.
Pilova Provides A Different 10 Profile
- Victoria Pilova impressed in a higher 10 role by combining quick feet and line-breaking passes.
- Pilova offers a different attacking profile to Frida Mornham and increases Arsenal's tactical options.