Amy Lawrence

Amy Lawrence, Arsenal correspondent, and David Ornstein, football correspondent, join Oli Kay and Andy Mitten to discuss Robin van Persie's controversial transfer from Arsenal to Manchester United in 2012. They delve into the fan backlash and its implications on club rivalries. The conversation highlights Sir Alex Ferguson's motives behind the transfer and how it influenced the Premier League landscape. The emotional impact on fans is also explored, making this a pivotal moment in modern football history that shaped Van Persie's legacy.

Amy Lawrence, an experienced football journalist, and Adrian Clarke, a former professional player, dive into Arsenal's tense 1-1 draw against Manchester City. They explore Arteta's cautious tactics and the lineup decisions, weighing the effectiveness of substitutions that salvaged a point. The discussion highlights Martinelli's late dramatic run that secured the goal, while also touching on the potential implications of a squad rotation ahead of the Carabao Cup match against Port Vale. Insightful analysis mixed with their unique perspectives makes for an engaging conversation.

Danny Kelly, host of The Athletic's Tottenham Hotspur podcast, and Amy Lawrence, Arsenal correspondent for The Athletic, dive into Sol Campbell’s shocking move from Spurs to Arsenal in 2001. They discuss the fierce rivalry between the clubs and fan reactions that turned admiration into animosity. The conversation explores the impact of the Bosman ruling on transfers and how Campbell's switch reshaped his legacy, leading to significant accomplishments at Arsenal despite severe backlash from Tottenham fans. The emotional complexities of transfers in today’s social media landscape are also examined.