

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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Apr 18, 2024 • 36min
How do Arsenal get to the next level?
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich.Mikel Arteta has lead incredible progress at the club, the panel discuss how success should be considered, and what Arsenal need in order to move to the next stage.Plus, with six games remaining in the Premier League, can the Gunners bounce back at Molineux to stay in the hunt for the title?Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 15, 2024 • 36min
Villa dent title hopes, how Arsenal respond is key
James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's disappointing home defeat to Unai Emery's Aston Villa.The Gunners failed to capitalise on Crystal Palace's victory at Anfield, meaning it's Manchester who lead the way with a 2 point gap at the top.The panel discuss whether Mikel Arteta's side have outgrown Zinchenko, and if moving Havertz into midfield was a mistake.With Bayern Munich up next in the Champions League, and the tie in the balance, this could be a season defining week - how will Arsenal respond?Plus, a thrashing in the WSL as Arsenal beat Bristol City 5-0, and Bundesliga champion, Granit Xhaka.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 10, 2024 • 39min
Honours even, all to play for in Munich
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich.The panel break down the penalty shouts at both ends, as well as the mistakes and missed chances that cost Mikel Arteta's side.It was the Gunners first Champions League Quarter Final in 14 years, did the performance show the lack of experience they have in Europe? Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus made the difference off the bench, should they come into the starting XI at the Allianz?Plus, death, taxes and a Harry Kane penalty, and a look ahead to Villa's visit on Sunday.Produced by Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 8, 2024 • 47min
Arsenal stay top after superb South Coast display
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-0 victory at the Amex. The Gunners stayed top of the Premier League after Liverpool were held to a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford. The panel look ahead to the remaining fixtures, and discuss the maturity of Mikel Arteta's side compared to this time last season. Plus, a look ahead to Bayern Munich's visit to the Emirates. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 4, 2024 • 41min
Required rotation sees Smith Rowe shine
Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 2-0 win over Luton, keeping the pressure on Liverpool and City.Mikel Arteta made five changes to the side that started at the Etihad, the panel discuss whether this was the last chance to rotate. Emile Smith Rowe was one of the players to come in, and was involved in both goals. How big of a role could he have during the run in?Plus, bullies at the back, and a look ahead to Brighton on Saturday.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 1, 2024 • 41min
Ever-growing maturity and experience nullifies City
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's hard fought point at the Etihad.Mikel Arteta will be proud of shutting Manchester City out, ending their 57-game goal streak.The panel analyse the performance, and discuss where it leaves Arsenal for the remainder of the season.Plus, we hear from Art de Roché on Arsenal's win over Chelsea in the Conti Cup Final.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 27, 2024 • 33min
A season defining Sunday, how do Arsenal hurt City?
Premier League football finally returns this weekend, with Arsenal travelling to Manchester City on Easter Sunday.James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to preview what could be a season defining fixture.The trip to the Etihad was a humbling experience last season, but the panel discuss how Arsenal have improved since then, and where they might hurt City this time.Plus, a look ahead to the women's Conti Cup Final against Chelsea.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 2024 • 31min
Ben(jamin) White, Bayern and Bukayo Saka's sauce
Ian Stone has Amy Lawrence and Art de Roché for company as we discuss Ben - or is it Benjamin? - White's new contract and why his decision to not play for England should be greeted as a positive for the game as a whole. Plus, some extremely early thoughts on the Champions League semi-final with Bayern Munich, and, er, Bukayo Saka's new Nando's sauce. Yup - it's definitely the international break...Produced by Jay Beale and Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 2024 • 37min
Raya heroics and Ødegaard magic see Arsenal into last eight
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal reaching the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time in 14 years.Porto did not make it easy, taking the game to extra time and a penalty shoot-out.Arsenal dispatched their penalties with such confidence, while David Raya took care of the rest saving twice from the spot to send Mikel Arteta's side through.The panel discuss what this win will do for momentum and belief within this young Arsenal team.Plus, captain fantastic - Martin Ødegaard, and one of us - William Saliba.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 2024 • 41min
Kai Havertz the hero in Porto dress rehearsal
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's dramatic win over Brentford.Our summer signings showed their worth with Declan Rice getting his sixth goal of the season, and Kai Havertz bagging a lane winner as he did in the reverse fixture.Aaron Ramsdale returned to the side with David Raya ineligible to face his parent club, and made an unfortunate error to gift Brentford an equaliser before half time.The panel discuss whether Mikel Arteta's decision to bring in a new keeper was justified, but also give Ramsdale credit for how he recovered in the second half.Plus, the brilliant Benjamin White, and a preview of Tuesday's Champions League tie against Porto.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


