

Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show
The Athletic
The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas (Gunnerblog), Art de Roche and comedian Ian Stone bring you a twice-weekly podcast dedicated to Arsenal Football Club. They'll bring you reaction to all the games, expert insight into the inner-workings of the club, including transfers and contracts, and analysis on the women's team too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 20, 2024 • 28min
A bad day at Bournemouth
Amy Lawrence and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on a disappointing display on the south coast, as Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season at the hands of Bournemouth.The panel debate whether Mikel Arteta's side have a disciplinary issue after William Saliba was shown Arsenal's third red card of the season, resulting in dropped points yet again.Plus, the irreplaceable Saka, another impressive Nwaneri cameo, and a look ahead to Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League.Produced by Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 17, 2024 • 35min
Eidevall’s exit & Bournemouth preview
Ian Stone is joined by Adrian Clarke, Art de Roché and The Athletic's women's footballer writer Charlotte Harpur to reflect on Jonas Eidevall's departure from the club.The panel discuss the details behind the exit, what it means for Arsenal going forward, and how vocal fans are changing the culture of women's football.Plus, we look ahead to Bournemouth on Saturday as the Premier League returns.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7, 2024 • 39min
The Bukayo Saka show
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on another test of character in the Premier League, as Arsenal fought back from behind to beat Southampton.Kai Havertz made it seven goals in 7 games at home, while Bukayo Saka's leadership came to the fore with two vital assists and a goal for good measure.We discuss the substitutions that changed the game, and Art de Roché drops by with an update on Jonas Eidevall's Arsenal side after a disappointing draw.Plus, nap time for Norberto Neto and lovely reception for Aaron Ramsdale.Produced by Jay Beale.Join our Arsenal WhatsApp channel here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoGKTbGOj9jyKeXVe33 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 2024 • 34min
Havertz brilliant as Arsenal cruise past PSG
Art de Roché and Jordan Campbell join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's professional and comfortable victory over Paris Saint-Germain.The panel review a game of two halves, where Arsenal showed both the fluid and robust sides to their game.Plus, first impressions of Mikel Merino, and a look ahead to Southampton's visit on Saturday.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 2024 • 44min
Trossard again as Arsenal leave it late
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's dramatic 4-2 victory over Leicester thanks to who else, Leandro Trossard.The panel talk Gabriel Martinelli's form, the impact of Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber, and Ethan Nwaneri's dazzling cameo.Plus, Frida Maanum gets the winner for Arsenal in the WSL, and we look ahead to PSG's visit in the Champions League.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26, 2024 • 32min
Nwaneri runs the show against Bolton
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's thrashing of Bolton in the Carabao Cup.The panel talk Ethan Nwaneri's spectacular first start, Myles Lewis-Skelly's potential, and a wonderful evening for 16 year old goalkeeper Jack Porter.Plus, we look ahead to Leicester's visit on Saturday and decide which Arsenal player would be the most helpful around the house.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 2024 • 41min
A hard fought point at Man City as a rivalry grows
Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal claiming a hard earned point away at Man City.City scored in the 98th minute to deny Arsenal what would have been a famous away win at The Etihad after Mikel Arteta's team had defended their lead so well for 45 minutes with 10 men.The panel discuss how brilliantly Arsenal reacted to going 1-0 down under intense pressure with a debut wonder goal from Calafiori and another big header from Gabriel, and how they then reacted brilliantly again to going down to 10 men after Trossard was sent off for a second yellow.Plus, Viv Miedema scored on her City debut against Arsenal as the women also drew 2-2 at The Emirates in front of over 40,000 fans.Produced by Jesse Howard.Last tickets for the Handbrake Off Live show at Leicester Square theatre available here: https://leicestersquaretheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873646240/events/128539366/seats?zone=Main%20HouseJoin the WhatsApp channel here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoGKTbGOj9jyKeXVe33 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 2024 • 41min
Raya lights up Atalanta draw - next up Man City
Adrian Clarke and Art De Roche join Ian Stone after Arsenal kick off their Champions League campaign with a point in Italy.It’s David Raya to the rescue with an incredible double save against Atalanta as the Gunners draw 0-0 in Bergamo. Have we given him enough credit in his Arsenal career or should Mikel Arteta be worried about how busy he is?It doesn’t get much bigger than Man City at the Etihad on Sunday in the Premier League. Will we see the exact same approach as in the 0-0 draw in April?Plus Jonas Eidevall is under a bit of pressure as the WSL season kicks off on Sunday with Man City visiting the Emirates.Produced by Charlie Jones.Join the WhatsApp channel here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoGKTbGOj9jyKeXVe33 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 2024 • 43min
3 points at the Lane, again
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's third consecutive away north London derby win, for the first time since September 1988.It was Gabriel Magalhães on the scoresheet on a day where Mikel Arteta's side defended superbly.The panel talk about the similarities to George Graham's '91 title winning side, with focus on both David Raya and Jurrien Timber's performances.Plus, we look ahead to the return of the Champions League and celebrate our man of the match - Arsenal's young mascot.Produced by Jay Beale.Join the WhatsApp channel here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoGKTbGOj9jyKeXVe33 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 2024 • 32min
Three more years of Arteta & NLD preview
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to talk all things Arsenal ahead of Sunday's North London derby.With Rice suspended, Merino and now Odegaard injured, Arsenal will be without arguably their first choice midfield - the panel discuss the options and solutions.Plus, David Ornstein drops by with the details of Mikel Arteta's new contract and we cheers to another three years with our beloved manager.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


