Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

The long awaited return of Bukayo Saka took place as Arsenal saw off Fulham 2-1 at the Emirates on Tuesday night.James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on the win, Bukayo's return and winning goal, Gabriel’s injury and excellent performances from both Gabriel Martinelli and Mikel Merino.We also reflect on the life and career of Arsenal legends David Rocastle and Kevin Campbell and we look ahead to the final ever game against Everton at Goodison on Saturday.Producer: Robby Williams  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a special episode of The Athletic’s Arsenal podcast, Handbrake Off, in honour of a much loved Arsenal great Kevin Campbell.Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke are joined by a quartet of legends. Alan Smith twice won the golden boot as the best goalscorer in England as well as delivering Arsenal’s last European trophy. Lee Dixon played a phenomenal 619 games for the club over 15 years of service. Paul Davis holds a special place in the hearts of Black Arsenal as a trailblazer, and masterful midfielder. Andy Cole came through the club’s youth system at a similar time to Kevin, before leaving for a hugely successful career elsewhere, particularly at Newcastle and Man United. The panel reflect on Kevin's legacy, a champion of a wonderful and very important generation of young black players at Arsenal. Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri's rise to the first team, comparisons between George Graham and Mikel Arteta, and Arsenal's 31 year wait for a European trophy are also discussed. Produced by Jay Beale. With thanks to the Kevin Campbell Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal Women are through to Champions League Semi-finals after an incredible comeback against Real Madrid, and the final men’s international break of the season is over. Ian Stone is joined by James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke to reflect on a marvellous night for Arsenal in the UWCL and discuss the performances of the men’s players on international duty. Plus, they look ahead to the Fulham at The Emirates next Tuesday and touch briefly on the news of Trent Alexander-Arnold potentially leaving Liverpool. Produced by Robby Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hale End graduates Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly have made waves at Arsenal during their breakout season, despite playing in positions relatively unfamiliar to them. With major contributions in both the Premier League and Champions League, their seamless integration into the first team has been nothing short of remarkable. Over the course of this episode The Athletic details both Myles and Ethan’s rise to the first team. Topics include their friendship since the age of eight, their contrasting personalities on and off the pitch, comparisons to Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe’s journey, the challenges that come within academy football, the importance of supporting young players from multiple angles, Myles' England debut, and what the future holds for both players. You’ll hear from football coaches Adam Birchall and Greg Lincoln, and The Athletic’s Art de Roché, James McNicholas and Amy Lawrence. Get to know Arsenal’s new kids on the block, they’re here to stay. Written and produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Stone is joined by Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché to conduct an audit of the men's first team squad, discussing who they think Arsenal should keep and sell this summer.Plus, they answer your questions including Gabriel's Saudi Links, where they think Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly will play going forward and the contracts of Saka and Saliba.Producer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 1-0 victory over London rivals Chelsea.Our makeshift forward Mikel Merino was the difference, as Arsenal got back on the scoresheet via a set piece for the first time since January.The panel give Jurrien Timber his flowers, talk about the petulance on display from some of Chelsea's players and discuss Martinelli's return to the starting XI.Plus, favourite Arsenal Patrick's on St Patrick's day, Myles Lewis-Skelly's first England call up, and Bukayo Saka's potential return.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Stone is joined by James McNicholas and Art de Roché to discuss Arsenal’s incoming Sporting Director Andrea Berta, including how they feel about him joining the club and the challenges he’ll have to tackle in his new role. The Athletic’s David Ornstein drops by to give us the details behind the appointment and we also hear from Spanish football writer Dermot Corrigan on Berta’s time at Atletico Madrid.Plus Ian, Art and James reflect on the PSV second leg and a tantalising quarter final against Real Madrid to come, before looking ahead to Chelsea at home this weekend.Produced by Robby Williams and Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was yet another maddening trip to Old Trafford for Arsenal on Sunday, playing out a disappointing 1-1 draw. Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on a frustrating game but excellent performances from both David Raya and Declan Rice.The panel also touch on Arsenal’s new Sporting Director Andrea Berta, reflect on 200 games for Arteta and speak to Martin Keown ahead of Wednesday's home leg against PSV.Producers: Robby Williams & Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday night, Arsenal became the first team in Champions League history to score seven goals away from home in a knockout stage match after they destroyed PSV Eindhoven 7-1 to all but book their place in the Champions League quarter finals.Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on a historic night including the performances of our Hale End teenagers, Odegaard’s return to form and Declan Rice’s all action display.  Plus, we touch on the news around Arsenal’s recruitment for a new Sporting Director and look ahead to playing Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday.Producer: Robby Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How much are football perceptions coloured by age? To what extent is the football experience consumed and digested differently according to how new or old you are to the game?These questions came up when one of our Arsenal correspondents, Art De Roché, had what he described as an “existential” conversation with his friend in the wake of the week which virtually extinguished hopes of a Premier League title. Art is in his mid-20s. Arsenal last won the title when he was five, so there is no strong memory of such an achievement. It made him wonder to what extent this shapes his Arsenal world compared to older fans who were there to see major trophies and iconic eras from the club’s story.So, The Athletic decided to pull together a multi-generational gathering to compare notes and feelings, to establish what four generations share in their Arsenal experience, and what differs, based on when they happened to be thrust into this world.The conversation flowed between four supporters whose first game ranged from the 1950s to the 2010s. The cast is Arthur, who represents the teenagers, Art, the 20-somethings, Amy in the middle-aged bracket, and Richard, the veteran.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.