Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast Episode 844 - Interlull 1 over
Sep 11, 2025
Philippe Auclair, a keen football journalist specializing in the business side of the game, joins to discuss Arsenal players during the international break. He highlights Noni Madueke's impressive performance for England and analyzes Martin Odegaard's evolution with Norway. The conversation dives into charges against Chelsea and the ongoing scrutiny facing Manchester City regarding financial practices. Multi-club ownership controversies and UEFA's plans to host games abroad raise concerns about the future of the sport's integrity and connection with local fans.
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Madueke's Arrival Raises Expectations
- Noni Madueke has revised impressions of his ceiling after strong England and Arsenal showings.
- Philippe highlights his directness, physicality and fast adaptation as standout traits.
Rotation May No Longer Be Taboo
- Arteta historically prefers to play his best available starters and rotate sparingly.
- New depth on both wings forces him to reconsider rotation and game management.
New Signings Reintroduce Unpredictability
- Arsenal now have flexible attacking options across both flanks that restore unpredictability.
- Eberechi Eze, Madueke and others give Arsenal a chance to rebalance play away from a right-heavy axis.