Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

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.

Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Jay Harris to reflect on a frustrating loss at Villa Park.In keeping with the Invincibles Advent that The Athletic are currently running, the panel also discuss whether the 03/04 side should’ve done better in Europe and how Ashely Cole should be remembered.Plus, domination at the Emirates as Arsenal thump Chelsea 4-1, taking them level on points in the WSL.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on a thriller at Kenilworth Road, 7 goals and a 97th minute winner thanks to Declan Rice.It's now 6 wins on the bounce, and with Villa on the horizon Arsenal will be looking to keep up this momentum.At one end, Gabriel Jesus was excellent, but at the other, Raya not so much.The panel discuss what went wrong at the back, the physicality of the starting XI, and how Arteta's substitutions helped changed the game.Plus, Mikel's yellow card and Saka's 200th game for the Arsenal.Produced by Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to discuss Arsenal's victory over Wolves, which ended up being tighter than it needed to be.It felt a lot like last season, a fast start but not clinical enough to put the game to bed.Are Arsenal ruthless enough, and do Zinchenko's attacking qualities outweigh his defensive flaws?Plus, Trossard's performance in midfield, and can Arsenal win at Luton for the first time since 1984?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 topping their Champions League group in style, putting six past Lens.It was the first time this season we saw Havertz, Odegaard, Martinelli, Jesus, and Saka start together, and all of them were on the scoresheet by half time. Could this be the match that ignites Arsenal's attack?The panel also share memories of Megs Wilson, who the club honoured with black armbands, after she passed away a few days ago.Plus, favourite football analogies and a look ahead to Wolves.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 Havertz’s late winner at Brentford, sending Arsenal top of the Premier League. The panel also discuss Ramsdale’s performance including what it could mean for his future, this season vs last season and whether we need midfield reinforcements in January.Plus, Beth Mead back on the scoresheet and looking ahead to Lens. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.