Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

Adrian Clarke, a former professional footballer and tactical analyst, and Art de Roché, The Athletic’s Arsenal journalist, dissect Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Lille. They explore Bukayo Saka’s response to Mikel Arteta’s demand for more goals, praise Timber and Lewis-Skelly, revisit Olivier Giroud’s warm farewell, and debate the human impact of 60 proposed staff redundancies.

Arsenal’s comeback against Leeds sparks a discussion about their game-changing bench, Bruno’s decisive winner and Declan Rice’s response after a difficult outing. The panel weighs William Saliba’s absence, Noni Madueke’s defensive work and the Premier League title race. They also examine Manchester City’s unresolved financial charges, broadcasting narratives and the league’s credibility, alongside fans’ Arsenal memories and football-inspired songs.

Mikel Arteta’s new contract sparks a lively look at Arsenal’s future, ambitions and distinctive team culture, from music and creativity to unforgettable victories. The panel also assesses international-break momentum, injury concerns and selection dilemmas ahead of Leeds, while fans share treasured Emirates memories and global Arsenal traditions.

Manchester City’s legal battle raises uncomfortable questions about football’s credibility, while Arsène Wenger’s warnings about financial power receive a fresh look. The panel weighs Arsenal’s selection headaches, Viktor Gyökeres’s Sweden form, Emirates expansion plans and the ethics of ownership. Fan mail brings satirical songs, proposed tifos and lively debate over sanctions, transfers and football’s future.

In this episode, Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, and Adrian Clark discuss the recent Manchester City charges, and the impact their project has had on the Premier League. They also touch on the international break and read some fan messages.Season Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qNHJ32WITncEURkCEorkq?si=oa5mW6SxRhqiCllr-6mFuAHosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke Producer: James Shaw Get in touch with video messages: Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal analysts Art de Roche, a tactical football writer, and Nnamdi Onyeagwara, an Arsenal-focused commentator, join Ian Stone to assess the season’s uneven start and Brighton’s pressing masterclass. They explore Mikel Arteta’s imminent renewal, his tactical evolution, Arsenal’s culture and recruitment, the club’s patient rebuild, and the search for attacking reinforcements.

Arsenal’s unbeaten run ends under Brighton’s relentless intensity, exposing problems in midfield, defense, and attack. The panel explores whether the international break can help reset the team, Eberechi Eze’s role, and the squad’s lack of pace against pressing opponents. They also discuss Arsenal’s creative struggles, a stronger Premier League, supporter superstitions, tattoos, and club history.

Arsenal’s second string delivers a thrilling 4-2 Carabao Cup win over Ipswich, with teenage sensations Max Dowman and Marley Salmon stealing the spotlight. The panel explores Arsenal’s academy culture, Victor Gyökeres’ struggles, and the midfield control of Mikel Merino and Bruno Guimarães. They also look ahead to Brighton’s pressing threat and share stories of disguises, tattoos, and songs for rising stars.

Arsenal’s gritty 2-0 win at Sunderland sparks lively discussion about David Raya’s penalty heroics, a controversial VAR decision and Bruno Guimarães’ stunning first goal. The panel examines Declan Rice’s influence, Bukayo Saka’s penalty form, the evolving right-back battle and the mentality driving Arsenal’s title charge, before looking ahead to heavy rotation against Ipswich.

In this episode, Ian Stone, Nnamdi Onyeagwara and Amy Lawrence discuss Arsenal's first champions league win of the season against Napoli and look ahead to Sunderland on Saturday!Hosts: Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, Adrian ClarkeProducer: James ShawGet in touch:Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.