Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to preview a huge game, Liverpool's visit to the Emirates on Sunday. With Arsenal currently 5 points behind Klopp's side, is it win or bust?Plus, a look at those who left the club on deadline day, and after Neal Maupay's antics on Wednesday night, the panel pick their ultimate shithousery 5-a-side team.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke reflect on the Gunners finally putting their City Ground hoodoo behind them.It was the lowest of low blocks from Forest but Mikel Arteta's side prevailed with another performance that encapsulated Gabriel Jesus and why watching Arsenal this season is a less joyous experience than last season.Hear what the panel thought of the long-awaited return of Emile Smith Rowe in midfield, plus why they enjoyed the post-match afters between Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko.Plus the quietest of transfer windows and how Vivianne Miedema came back with a bang.Produced by Jay Beale and Charlie Jones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's Handbrake features an exclusive interview with Oleksandr Zinchenko, who spoke to The Athletic after Arsenal's win over Crystal Palace last weekend.Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on the interview, talk about the women's demolition of Reading, and preview the Nottingham Forest fixture ahead of Tuesday.Plus, should Emile Smith Rowe start at the City Ground, and who from our academy is ready for a loan?Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We asked for goals, we got goals. Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal's thrashing of Crystal Palace.The panel give Gabriel Magalhães his flowers, and discuss how Arsenal once again used set pieces to their advantage.Plus, Raya's distribution, impact subs, and goals from open play!Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to preview the visit of Crystal Palace.The panel assess the squad after a winter break in Dubai, and discuss whether Emile Smith Rowe has a future at the club.Plus, a reflection on Tomáš Rosický’s Arsenal career, as James was recently in Prague to interview him.Produced by Jay Beale.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal's defeat to Liverpool in the FA Cup.With 1 goal from their last 63 shots, the Gunners are creating chances but lacking the cutting edge to finish them.Does something need to change or can Arsenal play themselves out of this slump?Plus, has Mikel Arteta missed the opportunity to give youth players minutes this season, and have his substitutions been too reactive of late?Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on the Liverpool, West Ham, and Fulham games.Arsenal were top of the league at Christmas, but now find themselves fourth after only picking up 4 points from a possible 15.With the January transfer window open, the panel ask whether there are internal options available, or if spending is required.Plus, how does Arteta approach Sunday's FA Cup tie vs Liverpool, and should Kieran Tierney be recalled from his loan?Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Jay Harris, to preview Anfield and talk about our Champions League round of 16 opponents, Porto.As it's Jay's last show covering Ian Stone, the panel look back at their favourite players Arsenal have signed on loan over the years. Plus, 4 years of Mikel Arteta, here's to 4 more.Produced by Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Jay Harris, to talk about Arsenal's first home victory against Brighton since 2021.Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard were fantastic, and although it was a dominant performance, there is still a sense that the Gunners must kill teams off earlier.The panel reflect on how Arsenal suffocated Brighton, and ask whether Mikel Arteta is made an example of after another yellow card.Plus, tiny shin pads and footballer pet peeves.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Jay Harris, to reflect on the dead rubber in Eindhoven.Arsenal had topped the group with a game to spare, yet Arteta still went with a strong XI, including Gabriel and Saliba.The panel ask whether fielding no youth players was an opportunity missed, or if Mikel got the line up spot on.Plus, 5-a-side blunders and a look ahead to Brighton.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.