Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

Arsenal are all but through to the round of 16 in the Champions League following their 3-0 win against Dinamo Zagreb on Wednesday Night. Art de Roché and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to reflect on the game. There’s praise for Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri. We discussed the performances of the rotated squad players and there's a mention for Nathan Butler-Oyedeji after his Champions League debut.Plus we talk transfer news (or lack of) and look ahead to an important game away against Wolves on Saturday.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 2-2 draw against Aston Villa, in which the Gunners threw away a two goal lead.The panel discuss the familiar issues of a lack of personnel to call upon and a lack of focus when in front.With the Champions League returning on Wednesday, does Mikel Arteta need to find a solution at right back after William Saliba was added to the injury list?Plus - Dennis Bergkamp wins the FWA Tribute award and we hear from Art de Roché after Arsenal's 5-0 victory in the WSL, Renée Slegers first match after being permanently appointed.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As North London Forever rung out around the ground at FT, the party was in full swing after Arsenal completed the double over Spurs winning 2-1 at the Emirates.Ian Stone is joined by James McNicholas and Art De Roche to reflect on the game. There's praise for Myles Lewis Skelly, Gabriel and Declan Rice, questions over the forward line, but mostly just laughs at remaining top in North London.Plus a look ahead to an all-important game against Villa on SaturdayHost: Ian StoneGuests: James McNicholas and Art De RocheProducer: Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on a nightmare week for Arteta and Arsenal, losing 2-0 to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup semi final first leg before being dumped out the FA Cup by Manchester United on penalties.After scoring just one goal from 49 shots across the two fixtures, has Arsenal's failure to sign a striker caught up with them?Gabriel Jesus was stretchered off with what looked like a serious injury, with Bukayo Saka and Ethan Nwaneri also sidelined does the club have to act in the January transfer window?With Spurs and Villa on the horizon, the panel discuss how does Mikel Arteta can improve Arsenal's attacking fortunes in the short term, in what could be a make or break week in the Premier League.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on a devastating defeat to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.Alexander Isak showed Arsenal what they're missing, as the Gunners failed to find the net in 23 attempts.The panel discuss whether Mikel Arteta has enough clinical players at his disposal, and consider how he can get Arsenal firing again with the fixtures coming thick and fast.Plus - questions around the atmosphere at the Emirates and a look ahead to Manchester United's visit in the FA Cup this weekend.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to discuss the 1-1 draw away at Brighton on Saturday.Ethan Nwaneri started again and scored the opening goal but came off at half time with a muscular injury as Arsenal's depleted squad is stretched further yet.The panel discuss the penalty decision after João Pedro was deemed to have been fouled by William Saliba as the two clashed heads in an unusual situation.But are Arsenal's lack of goals and lack of attacking options the real problem?Plus a look ahead to the Carabao Cup semi final first leg with Newcastle on Tuesday night.Produced by Jesse Howard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Art De Roche and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's first game of 2025, a 3-1 away win at Brentford.Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli were back amongst the goals as Arsenal came back from 1-0 down to win amidst a sickness bug in the squad.Ethan Nwaneri was arguably the story of the game though, the 17 year old made his first Premier League start and was involved in 2 of the goals as Arsenal continue to adjust to life without Bukayo Saka.Plus the panel discuss the Ipswich game, the January transfer window and look ahead to Brighton on Saturday.Produced by Jesse Howard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 5-1 victory at Selhurst Park.It was the second time this week the Gunners have beaten Palace, with Gabriel Jesus on fire again.It would have been a perfect evening but for Bukayo Saka's hamstring injury that forced him off in the first half.The panel discuss Mikel Arteta's options in Bukayo's absence, as we head into the busiest part of the season.Plus, Newcastle to come in the Carabao Cup and a look back at the best moments of 2024.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to look back on a Cup win against Crystal Palace.Gabriel Jesus owned the night scoring a hattrick to send Arsenal through to the semi finals of the Carabao Cup. After a terrible first half, Arteta brought on Martin Odegaard who ignited the match and brought it under Arsenal's control.Plus it's been five years since Mikel Arteta took the reins at the club. We discuss how the club has changed in that time and what is needed to push on further. Clue: it's silver and sparkly.And we hear your suggestions for some half time music. *If you're on Spotify you can vote on your favouriteHost: Ian StoneGuests: Adrian Clarke, James McNicholasProducer: Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s disappointing 0-0 draw at home to Everton. It was the second week in a row that the Gunners have dropped points in the Premier League, the panel analyse where things are going wrong this season. Has Mikel Arteta become too risk averse in his approach? Have Arsenal lost the variance in their attacking play? Are enough players chipping in with goals?Plus, a look ahead to Palace in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.