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Phil Costa

Guest on the Arseblog Arsecast. Offers insights and commentary on Arsenal matches and performances.

Top 5 podcasts with Phil Costa

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Jan 16, 2025 • 1h 1min

Episode 814 - MLS in the Premier League

Phil Costa, a keen commentator on Arsenal matches, joins to dissect the North London derby victory. They reflect on the team's resilience, coming back from a goal down to snag a 2-1 win. Highlights include Leandro Trossard's stunning goals and the impressive debut of 18-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly. The conversation also focuses on how this victory could reignite fan support and boost morale as Arsenal closes the gap in the title race. Overall, it's a blend of analysis and optimism for the team's future challenges.
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Nov 7, 2024 • 58min

Episode 806 - Change the dynamic

Phil Costa, a passionate football analyst, joins the discussion to dissect Arsenal's recent 1-0 loss to Inter Milan in the Champions League. They explore the team's performance, noting moments of potential improvement despite setbacks. Costa and the host ponder Mikel Arteta's strategies to enhance the squad's dynamics and address recent controversies, including contentious penalty calls. The conversation also highlights the importance of youth players stepping up and gauges the overall sentiment amidst fan frustrations, blending hope with tactical realism.
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Oct 23, 2024 • 1h 2min

Episode 803 - A win and some worries

Phil Costa, an insightful commentator on Arsenal, joins to dissect the Gunners’ narrow win against Shakhtar Donetsk. They analyze the match's tactical nuances and the team's first-half chances that needed better finishing. Costa shares concerns over declining performance in the second half and discusses the impact of injuries, particularly to Riccardo Calafiori. The duo delves into the potential of young talent Ethan Nwaneri and reflects on individual performances, especially those of Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus, balancing optimism with caution.
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Oct 2, 2024 • 59min

Episode 800 - Solidity and variety

Phil Costa, a football analyst known for his insights on tactical approaches in soccer, joins to discuss Arsenal's 2-0 victory over PSG. They dive into Mikel Arteta's dynamic strategies, shifting from aggressive pressing to solid defense. The contributions of players like Leandro Trossard and Bukayo Saka come under scrutiny, showcasing their dual offensive and defensive roles. Costa highlights how the match reflects Arsenal's growth, examining the chemistry and leadership emerging within the squad.
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Sep 20, 2024 • 58min

Episode 798 - Raya saves the day

Phil Costa, a passionate football analyst, joins to dissect Arsenal's recent 0-0 draw against Atalanta. They dive into the team's struggle with creativity, especially without Martin Odegaard. David Raya's incredible save proves pivotal in securing a point, while a lapse from Thomas Partey raises concerns. They also analyze Gabriel Martinelli's missed opportunity and the tactical challenges Arsenal faced, particularly on the left flank. The discussion highlights the importance of adapting to player absences as the team navigates a grueling schedule.