Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show Mailbag: Madueke’s potential, Edu’s legacy, Arsenal acid jazz
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Sep 11, 2025 Dive into a lively discussion on football and politics as the team imagines which players could run for mayor. Madueke's standout performance sparks excitement, while Edu's legacy at Arsenal is put under the microscope against Nottingham Forest's management. They also creatively ponder what music group Arsenal players would form, mixing humor with insights about their diverse talents. With a dash of pop culture references and community spirit, this conversation captures the joy of being an Arsenal fan.
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Which Player Could Be A Mayor
- Amy and Adrian pick Bukayo Saka and Mikel Moreno as mayoral types, noting leadership and popularity traits.
- They compare past players like Tony Adams for motivational qualities and humorous locker-room tales.
Madueke’s Improved Work Rate
- Noni Madueke improved his off-the-ball work and scored a decisive goal for England, silencing earlier critics.
- Hosts say his dynamism and direct runs add a distinct goal threat Arsenal can use while Saka is absent.
Play Nwaneri To Discover His Role
- Give Ethan Nwaneri varied game time to identify his best position and accelerate development.
- Prefer deploying him higher up the pitch to exploit his curling-shot threat from the edge.