Arsenal’s red cards, Tottenham’s crisis and Bournemouth’s brilliance
Jan 27, 2025
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Duncan Alexander, a football journalist known for tactical insights, joins Carl Anka, a sharp football commentator, and Daniel Storey, a detailed analyst, to discuss a tumultuous Premier League weekend. They dissect Tottenham's dramatic decline with just one point from their last seven games. Bournemouth celebrates a stunning 5-0 victory, raising European hopes. The panel also dives into Arsenal's red card struggles, debating refereeing standards and VAR's impact, while unraveling the broader implications on team dynamics across the league.
Tottenham's ongoing decline, marked by a disappointing loss to Leicester, raises questions about their managerial stability and future prospects.
Bournemouth's impressive performance against Nottingham Forest showcases their adaptability and growing potential to compete for a European spot.
The ongoing debate around refereeing standards in the Premier League intensifies as Arsenal faces its fourth red card this season.
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Bournemouth's Outstanding Performance in Football
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Tottenham's Ongoing Struggles Amidst League Turmoil
Tottenham Hotspur's fortunes have continued to decline, recently suffering a disheartening loss to Leicester City, extending their winless streak to a worrying eleven matches. Despite taking an early lead, the team quickly spiraled, conceding two sloppy goals in quick succession. The situation has left fans frustrated, particularly with the ongoing injury crisis that has seen key players sidelined, which hampers their competitive edge. Spurs' prospects of securing a European competition spot have dwindled, prompting concerns about their long-term future and managerial stability.
Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Carl Anka and Daniel Storey into the pod late night Sunday for the conclusion of the Premier League weekend.
Tottenham are beaten at home by struggling Leicester to make it 1 point from the last 21 available for Spurs. What next for Ange Postecoglou? Jay Harris was there.
The result of the weekend sees Bournemouth batter Nottingham Forest 5-0. Sam Davis from the Back of the Net podcast tells us why now is the time for the Cherries to reach Europe.
The gap at the top of the table between Liverpool and Arsenal remains 6 points, despite the Gunners’ 4th red card of the season. The panel have their say on the debate around refereeing standards and how we attract more officials.
Plus the dross that was Fulham v Man United and Chelsea’s goalkeeping issues.
Produced by Charlie Jones.
RUNNING ORDER:
• PART 1a: Fulham 0-1 Man United (04.30)
• PART 1b: Tottenham 1-2 Leicester with Jay Harris (09.30)
• PART 1c: Villa 1-1 West Ham & Palace 1-2 Brentford (19.30)
• PART 2a: Bournemouth 5-0 Forest with Sam Davis (28.00)
• PART 2b: Wolves 0-1 Arsenal, the refereeing debate (39.00)
• PART 3a: Man City 3-1 Chelsea (50.00)
• PART 3b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (58.00)