Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

In this episode we enjoy the 3-0 win over Brentford on Sunday that put us back on top of the Premier League. We discuss the way Arsenal exerted such control and dominance over the opposition; our prowess from set-pieces as we opened the scoring from a corner; Granit Xhaka's increased creativity and an assist for Gabriel Jesus; squad depth in the shape of Fabio Vieira, who scored his first goal for the Gunners; plus a debut for 15 year old Ethan Nwaneri and what it says about the club right now. Then there are listener questions about injury concerns, Jesus walking a disciplinary tightrope, fans singing for Xhaka, William Saliba (ooooof), head slapping, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm by former Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein on the release of his autobiography, 'Calling the shots'. We talk about the book itself, the formation of the Premier League, his departure from Arsenal, Stan Kroenke and Alisher Usmanov, his relationship with Arsene Wenger and lots more. We also have three copies of the book to give away in a competition.The show begins with Tim Stillman to talk about the October fixture pile-up, Marquinhos, and a look ahead to a brand new season for Arsenal Women.Follow Tim @stillberto'Calling the shots' by David Dein is published by Hachette – details here, or buy it from your local independent bookstore.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we're dealing with postponements, first the Everton game that was due to take place on Sunday, and then the Europa League clash with PSV on Thursday. We chat about how that game gets rescheduled given how packed the fixture list already is, and with the World Cup looming. Meanwhile Brentford goes ahead on Sunday, so it's all a bit confusing. There's some discussion of the World Cup itself, plus listener questions about Emile Smith Rowe, fitness staff, Eddie Nketiah, the three Brazilian Gabis, VAR mayhem in Italy and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to discuss the 2-1 win over FC Zurich in the Europa League on Thursday night. We chat about an impressive debut from Brazilian Marquinhos, as he got a goal and an assist on his first Arsenal appearance, as well as Eddie Nketiah producing the exact same on his first start of the season. We also touch on Matt Turner's Arsenal debut, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Fabio Vieira, and Mikel Arteta's subs, as well as some thoughts on the postponement of football this weekend because of the death of the queen.Follow Lewis @LGAmbroseGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we reflect on the 3-1 defeat to Man Utd in the immediate aftermath of the game, without the benefit of seeing things again. We chat about the Gabriel Martinelli goal that was disallowed, how well Arsenal played at times but without making the most of our dominance, the goals we conceded, how Mikel Arteta's subs impacted the game, and the frustration of losing to Man Utd in familiar fashion once again. Then there are listener questions about VAR, Fabio Vieira, changing the back four, moving Ben White into midfield, Europa League rotation and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by Charles Watts to discuss transfer deadline day when Arsenal's attempts to bring in Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa proved unsuccessful. We chat about the changing focus towards the end of the window, how the timing impacts the perception of how the summer business is perceived, areas of worry, the inability to generate funds through sales, and some of the departures, including Hector Bellerin.We then turn our attention to on-pitch matters after Wednesday night's 2-1 win over Villa made it five wins from five, leaving us top of the Premier League table going into this weekend's game against Man Utd.Follow Charles @charles_wattsGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim, Pippa and Alex are joined by Ian Wright to discuss the WSL season ahead, Arsenal's quiet summer in the transfer market, Ian's thoughts on Stina Blackstenius with Vivianne Miedema moving into the 10 role, what the season might hold for Mana Iwabuchi and Jordan Nobbs, selling 35,000 tickets for the North London derby (so far) as well as what the panel are most excited about and most anxious about ahead of the new season.Ian also shares his thoughts on working with Gunners boss Jonas Eidevall for BBC's coverage of the Euros this summer. All that and much more on this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we enjoy the 2-1 win over Fulham on Saturday. We chat about the players missing through injury and the impact that had, Martin Odegaard's excellent performance, the goal we conceded and the way we responded to come back and overturn the deficit to take all three points. There's discussion of the atmosphere, Mikel Arteta and the bench, and Gabriel's redemption arc. Then we answer questions about the tedious celebration police and one pair in particular, transfer market expectations between now and the close of the window on Thursday, Kieran Tierney in the Zinchenko role, possible changes for Villa and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm joined by James Benge and Andrew Allen to take a glass half full look at the start of the season, before we move on to the transfer market and links to Wolves winger Pedro Neto. We talk about the departure of Nicolas Pepe on loan to Nice and reflect on his time at the club, as well as other potential moves for the likes of Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Hector Bellerin. There's also discussion of the money Arsenal have spent, how the deals are being financed by the owners and lots more.Follow James @jamesbenge : Follow Andrew @AAllenSportGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we enjoy the 3-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday, discussing the two goals from Martin Odegaard, the contribution from Gabriel Jesus, William Saliba's first Arsenal goal and the reactions to it, and another three points as the impressive start to the season continues. We chat about the control Arsenal had, especially in the first half, and how this more technical team looks increasingly confident together, as well as the relationship between the team and the fans – in particular the ones who were there and in fine voice yesterday. We have listener questions about Nicolas Pepe's impending move to Nice, whether the pain of last season is a motivational factor this time around, potential incoming transfer business and much more – all to a Tequila flavoured soundtrack!Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.