The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Szoboszlai stunner sees off Arsenal, as Man City are beaten at Brighton again
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Sep 1, 2025 Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, a football writer who witnessed the intense Old Firm game, Tim Spiers from the Nottingham Forest match, and JJ Bull, a musician and commentator. The trio dives into Szoboszlai's stunning free-kick that sealed Liverpool’s win over Arsenal and debates whether Arsenal's tactics are too cautious. They analyze Brighton's remarkable victory against Manchester City, questioning if City's dominance is fading. Plus, discussions about crumbling teams like Aston Villa and the rise of Bournemouth add spice to the football chatter!
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Freak Free-Kick Decides Tense Tie
- Dominic Szoboszlai's free-kick was a freak, physics-defying strike that decided Liverpool v Arsenal.
- The goal masked an otherwise dour tactical contest where Arsenal were overly cautious.
Arteta's Caution Raises Title Questions
- Mikel Arteta's Arsenal are developing a reputation for being too conservative in big away games.
- That cautious approach increases scrutiny as more money and expectation pile onto the squad.
Substitutions Turn Brighton v City
- Brighton's quadruple substitutions unnerved Manchester City and changed the game's momentum.
- Pep's side now show a recurring problem of losing control after taking the lead.