Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

The Athletic
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Feb 19, 2024 • 34min

What on earth did Arsenal do in Dubai?

Adrian Clarke and Jay Harris join Ian Stone to reflect on another brilliant away win, this time putting five past Burnley.Since their winter trip away, Arsenal have scored 21 goals conceding only twice.The panel discuss where this form has come from, and look ahead to Wednesday's tie vs Porto, Arsenal's first Champions League knockout game in 7 years.Plus, a record crowd saw Arsenal beat Manchester United in the WSL, can this reignite their title ambitions?Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 15, 2024 • 27min

This season vs last & should Trossard stay up front?

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to preview Arsenal's trip to Burnley.Gabriel Magalhães has the chance to continue his fine scoring form, as only one team has conceded more set-piece goals than the Clarets.Gabriel Jesus may be back in contention, but after 3 goals in 3 games, does Trossard deserve to stay in the side?Plus, the panel compare this season to last, and look ahead to the fixtures we can improve on during the remainder of this campaign.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 37min

Hammers hit for six… boring boring Arsenal

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to to reflect on Arsenal's biggest away victory since 1935, beating West Ham 6-0 at the London Stadium.Declan Rice was exceptional, providing two assists before scoring a screamer from 25 yards.Bukayo Saka got his 50th and 51st Arsenal goal, the youngest player to hit a half century for the club since Frank Stapleton in 1978.Set pieces proved important once again, but is the open play fluidity we saw so much of last season returning?Plus, a lively cameo for 16 year old Ethan Nwaneri, and the importance of collective responsibility.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 8, 2024 • 25min

West Ham away at a pivotal moment, here we go again

James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to preview Arsenal's clash with West Ham.It was this fixture last season that the Gunners threw away a two goal lead, Sunday will be a test of how far they've come since then.The Hammers have got the better of Arsenal twice already this season, can Declan Rice enact revenge in his old stomping ground?Plus, Takehiro Tomiyasu returns from the Asia Cup, and Jurrien Timber is added to the Champions League squad.Produced by Jay Beale.Help John locate his long lost pen pals: http://overlandandseabook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 40min

Jorginho masterclass as emotion returns

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-1 victory over league leaders Liverpool.With Jorginho partnering Rice in midfield, and Havertz and Odegaard pressing from the front, Mikel Arteta got his tactics spot on.The panel analyse the performance and address the 'over-celebrating' claims, after an emotional display on and off the pitch.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 2, 2024 • 34min

A make or break last dance with Klopp

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.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 38min

Arsenal find a way through the Forest frustration

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.
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Jan 25, 2024 • 44min

Zinchenko exclusive & Forest preview

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.
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Jan 22, 2024 • 35min

Goals from set pieces, goals from open play!?

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.
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Jan 18, 2024 • 33min

Reminiscing of Rosicky, Smith Rowe’s future, Palace preview

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.

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