Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast Arsecast Extra Episode 621 - 13.01.2025
Jan 13, 2025
The team reflects on a heartbreaking FA Cup loss to Manchester United, analyzing missed chances and a disallowed goal. Gabriel Jesus's injury raises pressing concerns about squad depth and the urgent need for a new striker. The discussion humorously delves into player performance, fatigue, and tactical decisions, while examining the psychological impact of Arsenal's kits. Listener questions touch on recruitment strategies and the mixed results of summer signings, lending to a broader conversation about the team's future.
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Havertz's Missed Chances
- Andrew and James from Gunnerblog discuss Kai Havertz's missed chances in recent games.
- They analyze a crucial miss against Manchester United, highlighting the excellent cross and movement leading up to it.
Finishing, Not Creativity, the Problem
- Arsenal's finishing, not creativity, was the main issue in their FA Cup defeat.
- The team created enough chances to win but failed to convert, mirroring previous cup exits.
Arsenal's Lack of Clinical Finishers
- Manchester United's goal, a difficult finish by Bruno Fernandes, highlights Arsenal's lack of clinical finishers.
- Andrew and James question who on the Arsenal team could replicate such a goal.