Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

In this episode I'm joined by James Benge from CBS Sports to discuss statements sent in by our Patreon members which he has to strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with. On the agenda – cover for Bukayo Saka, goal expectations for Gabriel Martinelli next season, Kieran Tierney, William Saliba, the fixture list, officiating and lots more.There's also some quick chat about an out of the blue transfer story which we'll cover in more detail in another episode.Follow James @jamesbengeGet 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 James and I discuss the latest transfer rumours involving Arsenal, including Bernd Leno to Fulham; reported interest in Jarrod Bowen and Raphinha, but how likely are we to spend that for a position we have well covered?; as well as potential departures like Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Lucas Torreira, and Pablo Mari. There's also a big explainer about the way transfers happen, from contacts between clubs, agents and players, and some of the snags that can happen; some info on our pursuit of a left-side centre-half; our lack of business so far; Arsene Wenger on Instagram, 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 Tim Stillman and Phil Costa to discuss questions put to us by Arseblog Patreon members. These include: the idea of Arsenal signing a 'tall' forward during this transfer window; transfer priorities after midfield and striker are sorted; how the mid-season World Cup might impact the upcoming campaign; whether the five subs rule will be in the minds of Arteta and Edu as they add to the squad this summer; Bukayo Saka and Ben White as captaincy candidates; and lots more.Follow Tim @Stillberto : Follow Phil @_philcostaGet 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 James and I discuss the William Saliba interview after he says he's coming back to Arsenal next season. However, is it as cut and dry as it seems, from the perspectives of the club and the player? We also discuss links to Man City's Oleksandr Zinchenko and how he might fit into the team/squad, as well as answering lots of listener questions on topics such as KSE, Nuno Tavares, Academy players going on loan, refereeing improvements, who might improve most next season 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 chat about the tactical development of Mikel Arteta's team last season, some bad luck and some risky decisions, the crazy notion that Arsenal might improve further if we have a good transfer window, and the influence of Martin Odegaard and how that might be extended next season. We also chat about the financial disparity between the Premier League and Europe, how big teams got ruthless after suffering pain, the impending departure of Alexandre Lacazette, and more.Read the John Burn-Murdoch thread here: https://twitter.com/jburnmurdoch/status/1530523036545335296Read Lewis' article here: https://arseblog.com/2022/06/tactics-column-how-a-young-arsenal-evolved-in-2021-22/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.

Tim Stillman and Alex Ibaceta get together for the June mailbag edition of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, taking listener questions on Vivianne Miedema's new deal, alongside new deals for Caitlin Foord, Steph Catley and Noelle Maritz, how much of an advantage greater stability might be next season, plenty of questions on who Arsenal should target in the summer transfer window as well as questions on the likes of Nikita Parris, Mana Iwabuchi and Fran Stenson. The panel also considers Arsenal's pledge to host six Arsenal Women home games at Emirates Stadium next season.You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto, and Alex @alexibaceta23Get 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 James and I chat about the weekend's football, including the playoff final and the Champions League final, but mostly take listener questions on topics such as: Serge Gnabry, the departure of Shad Forsythe, the fixture list next season with a November World Cup, Reiss Nelson's future, Eddie Nketiah's new contract, Emile Smith Rowe and much more. We also do our pre-transfer window predictions on how much we'll spend and how much we might recoup from what looks like it'll be a significant number of sales.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 Philippe Auclair as the dust settles on the Premier League season. We discuss the way it ended, European football next season, key lessons for Mikel Arteta, transfer links to the likes of Gabriel Jesus and Youri Tielemans, contract extensions for Mohamed Elneny and Eddie Nketiah, William Saliba, the myth of Premier League competitiveness and lots more.Follow Philippe @philippeauclairGet 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.

This episode is a recording of the Arseblog & Arsenal Vision Live event from Union Chapel, on Saturday, May 21st. Obviously it was recorded before the end of the season, so it contains some out of date references, but there's plenty in there to enjoy all the same.Line up : Andrew Mangan (@arseblog), James McNicholas (@gunnerblog), Paul Cassidy (@poznaninmypants), Clive Palmer (@clivepafc), Tim Stillman (@stillberto), Elliot Smith (@yankeegunner)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 James and I discuss the 5-1 win over Everton on the final day, and reflect on the season as a whole. We chat about the game, the atmosphere, the lap of appreciation and what can be read into that, and a 5th place finish which brings Europa League football next season. We then answer listener questions about loan players, William Saliba, summer transfer business, Man City winning the title, pitch invasions and much more.Note: My voice is a bit croaky after three nights out in a row in London, so apologies for that!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 Andrew Allen and Lewis Ambrose to talk about the week that we've just endured, the fallout from Monday night's defeat, and where it has left us. We assess aspects of the season, endeavour to find things that might have tipped the balance in our favour, discuss Aubameyang and January, the team's desperate need for more attacking presence, and lots more, including holding out just the tiniest sliver of hope for a final day miracle with results going our way.Follow Andrew @AAllenSport : 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 look back on the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle at St James' Park, a loss made all the more painful because it more or less ends our chances of Champions League football next season. We discuss the game and the sub-par performance from Arsenal, the impact of injuries and the lack of impact from substitutes, whether this was a team freezing at a big moment or one which has run out of steam, and the key ingredient that has been missing this season which will likely be the difference between us and the team that finishes fourth. We then answer listener questions about how to view the last few weeks and the whole season, Granit Xhaka's post-game comments, squad building, what Mikel Arteta will have learned during this campaign 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 we discuss the 3-0 defeat in the North London derby. We chat about the line-up, the key moments including Rob Holding's battle with Son and his subsequent red card, the penalty that was awarded against us, and the lack of a viable centre-half from the bench – especially in the circumstances of this particular game. There's also discussion of Mikel Arteta's post-game comments and those of Antonio Conte, the media's outlook about the game, as well as questions from listeners about what we do defensively against Newcastle on Monday, our red card reputation, more on the media narrative that surrounds the club this season, moving on from squad players, and LOADS more.Also, vote for James' book here: https://sportsbookawards.com/vote/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 month's mailbag edition, Tim Stillman and Alex Ibaceta review the season that was and take listener questions on Vivianne Miedema's future, Frida Maanum's role next season, where Arsenal might look to strengthen in the summer transfer window and whether it will be revolution or evolution in the market, the types of players Jonas might sign as well as the positions, the prospect of the team training with the U16s boys' team next season and the benefits that might bring, Anna Patten and what Arsenal might be looking for in a back-up goalkeeper next season. There is also a short interview with Beth Mead at the end of the podcast.You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto, and Alex @alexibaceta23Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblogIf you are a regular listener via iTunes, if you would be so kind as to leave a review/rating that would be greatly appreciated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this episode we discuss the 2-1 win over Leeds on Sunday. A game that started brilliantly with two early goals and in which we played 10 men for over an hour became quite nerve-wracking after their out of the blue goal in the second period. We chat about the fear, why it was so intense when in reality Arsenal were in control for the most part, losing composure and how it manifested itself, James' coping mechanism, as well as how important the three points were, and a bit focus on some excellent individual performances. There are inevitable questions about the derby on Thursday which feels very much like a cup final given everything that's at stake, including how we might set up and what tweaks we might make to our defensive line-up. Plus Mohamed Elneny's contract, some chat about Mikel Arteta's new deal and lots more before we have to give up after talking ourselves into a state of turmoil.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 Amy Lawrence to discuss the lure and the challenge of the Champions League as Arsenal chase a top four spot, the sense that something is building, summer recruitment with regards versatility and specificity of player positions, the connection that Mikel Arteta has worked hard to make between the team/club and fans, his own future as he heads towards the final year of his contract, the emotions as we go into the final four games of the season, and lots more.Follow Amy on Twitter @amylawrence71Vote for James in the Sports Book Awards here: https://sportsbookawards.com/vote/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 discuss the 2-1 win away to West Ham on Sunday afternoon, discussing the contribution of Rob Holding, and other so-called fringe players to this recent good run, as well as the goals we scored from set-pieces, the one we conceded, the performance of Eddie Nketiah, and other key incidents from the game as we guarantee European football for next season. Then there are listener about the future of Eddie and a possible new contract, the team being more streetwise, keeping the squad happy and content, Declan Rice, and lots more besides.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 Art de Roche of The Athletic to discuss the ups and downs of Arsenal as we head towards the end of the season. We chat about Nuno Tavares, the return of Takehiro Tomiyasu and what he'll bring to the team in the coming weeks, transfer links with Gabriel Jesus and what else we might need to add to the forward line this summer, and lots more.Follow Art on Twitter @ArtdeRocheGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we discuss the 3-1 win over Man Utd at the Emirates on Saturday. Arsenal scored first, went further ahead, but conceded quickly. It wasn't all one way traffic either, and we chat about the chances the opposition had, some of the big decisions, and some moments where we rode our luck a little bit. However, there was much to enjoy, not least the penalty miss and Granit Xhaka's first goal of the season, capping what has been a very good for the team. We then answer questions about Nuno Tavares and the ups and downs to his performance, links to Gabriel Jesus, a new deal for Mohamed Elneny, pundit reaction to the win, and lots moreGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss our 4-2 win over Chelsea at a half-empty Stamford Bridge last night. We discuss a somewhat chaotic first half with four goals, touching on Eddie Nketiah's impact, a glorious second from Arsenal, and the two we conceded. There's more on the second half, going ahead, staying ahead, the manager's tactical tweaks, Nuno Tavares, Bukayo Saka stepping up to take the late penalty, the away fans being loud and proud, and lots more besides.Follow Andrew on Twitter @AAllenSportGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this month's mailbag episode, Tim, Pippa and Alex take reader questions on whether Arsenal can say they have made progress this season without a trophy, why Arsenal have struggled to create chances in the big games, Jordan Nobbs, Kim Little, the conflict between making WSL games attractive for TV audiences versus making them accessible to match going fans, how an LAW five-a-side team might shape up, questions on Noelle Maritz's future and much more!You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto, Pippa @pippa_monique and Alex @alexibaceta23Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we discuss the 1-0 defeat to Southampton at the weekend, discussing Mikel Arteta's team selection, the overall performance, chances missed, the goal we conceded, an inability to turn second half dominance into goals of our own, before there's a long chat about how what's happening now is a consequence of the January transfer window and our inaction in that period. We also answer questions from listeners about too much crossing, overrating our young players, more football people at executive level, whether there has actually been progress this season, Alexandre Lacazette's comments, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Tim Stillman to discuss statements sent to us by our Patreon members on Discord. I put them to Tim, he has to either strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree with them. On the agenda, we have summer transfers, Nuno Tavares, Europa League v Champions League, Kieran Tierney, Granit Xhaka, Arteta's trust, xG, Takehiro Tomiyasu, officiating, the season as a whole and much more.Follow Tim on Twitter @StillbertoGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim Stillman speaks to Gunners legend Julie Fleeting about a career which saw her score 130 goals in 122 appearances for Arsenal – despite holding down a job as a PE teacher in Scotland throughout her eight years with the club. Julie talks about her extraordinary career which also saw her net 116 goals in 121 games for Scotland and also took in a spell at San Diego Spirit.Julie spoke to Tim about the BBC Alba documentary that aired about her career on Sunday, 10th April and is being repeated on BBC Alba on Friday, 15th April at 10pm, it is also available on demand on the BBC iPlayer until 9th May.BBC ALBA is available on the following platforms:Sky – 141Freeview / YouView – 7 (Scotland only)Virgin Media – 161Freesat – 109BBC iPlayerThe feature length documentary film has been funded by BBC ALBA and is written, produced and directed by award-winning purpleTV director Margot McCuaig. Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of the show, I'm joined by Arsenal legend Ian Wright to reflect on the last week which has been so disheartening and damaging to our top four chances. We chat about the lack of goals, Alexandre Lacazette's dwindling contribution, Eddie Nketiah, the injury absences, Xhaka at left-back, Nuno Tavares, Nicolas Pepe and lots more.Follow Ian on Twitter (as if you're not already) @IanWright0 - and subscribe to Wrighty's House podcast – available wherever you get your podcasts, just search Ringer FC. Wrighty's House is every Wednesday, and this week he talks to former Arsenal player Jill Roord about the Women's Champions League and Wolfsburg's upcoming semi final vs Barcelona.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we discuss the 2-1 defeat to Brighton on Saturday. We start with Granit Xhaka's selection at left-back, how it impacted the team, and what it means for Nuno Tavares. We chat about the goals we conceded, the lacklustre performance when there was supposed to be a reaction, some poor decision making, and how a late flurry wasn't enough to prevent a truly disheartening result. There's also stuff on Alexandre Lacazette and the need for a change up front, as well as questions about a shift in formation, keeping fringe players more involved, VAR, our top four chances and Mikel Arteta, great rivalries and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Charles Watts to discuss a difficult week for Arsenal on and off the pitch. We chat about the fallout from the Crystal Palace game, and injuries to two key players - Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey, as well as the best way for Mikel Arteta to deal with their absences with Nuno Tavares and Albert Sambi Lokonga waiting in the wings. There's also a long discussion about what to do up front, with Alexandre Lacazette's lack of goalscoring contribution now becoming a significant issue for the team. Should being shorn of two experienced players have an impact on the Frenchman's place in the team? All that, and much more, including a reminder of our fundraising efforts this month.Follow Charles on Twitter @charles_wattsGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world.Donate to the Arsenal Vision Podcast fundraiser, raising money for the Arsenal Foundation: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/avpgives Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode James and I cover the 3-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Monday. We try and understand why Arsenal were so far off the pace in the first half, examine the goals we conceded, before discussing a second half which was better, but then it couldn't have been much worse. We chat about the substitutions, and there's a long discussion based on questions about how we cope with injuries to Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey, whether Nuno Tavares will continue at left-back having been taken off at half-time, potential changes up front and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog – this month every penny we earn from Patreon will be donated to Unicef to help children affected by conflict around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we're heading towards crunch time in the season, and with me to discuss Gary Neville, the 5 subs rule, Gabriel Martinelli, Arsenal as an attractive destination, Nicolas Pepe and more, is James Benge.Then we get some Crystal Palace perspective, Patrick Vieira chat, and more, ahead of Monday night's trip to Selhurst Park is Dan from HLTCO.Follow James @jamesbenge : Follow Dan @HLTCOIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode James and I chat about his visit to France where he found himself in danger, but also saw William Saliba playing for Marseille. We talk about his performance and his prospects of coming back to Arsenal and playing a part next season, as well as rounding up all the other Interlull action including goals from our players, and Laurent Koscielny's retirement. Then we answer listener questions about the striker we might be after, Kieran Tierney's Real Madrid links, loan players, and lots more – including our predictions for the final ten games of the season.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 discussion I'm joined by former Gunner Adrian Clarke to talk Bukayo Saka, protection from referees and from outdated pundits. We chat about his progress as a player, his contribution to the season, and reports that he's set to be offered a new contract, as well as what the celebrations of the team tell us about its progress and what other people think of it.Then I talk to Jon Spurling about his new book: Get it on: How the 70s Rocked Football – with some competition copies to give away too!Follow Adrian @adrianjclarke : Follow Jon @jonspurling1If you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode James and I enjoy and celebrate our 1-0 win over Aston Villa on Saturday lunchtime. We chat about the we way we played in the first half, the goal that won the game, and the contribution of Bukayo Saka. There's discussion of the challenge on him as well as Steven Gerrard's post-game comments about Saka's call for more protection. There's loads more besides, including the connection between the fans and the team, the manager's name being sung, the substitute performances from Pepe and Nketiah, Bernd Leno and Aaron Ramsdale, the centre-halves, James' reinterpretation of the concept of the clean sheet, bird poo, Ian Wright jingle fun 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, Tim is joined by German journalist and Wolfsburg expert Jasmina Schweimler to preview next week's huge Champions League quarter-final tie between Arsenal and Wolfsburg, with the first leg taking place at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. Tim and Jasmina chat about Wolfsburg's form, how their former Arsenal players are getting on and Wolfsburg's continued presence at the very top of women's football.Then Tim is joined by Arsenal's Matildas, Caitlin Foord, Lydia Williams and Steph Catley for a round of fun, quickfire questions.You can follow Jasmina on Twitter @JasSchweimlerGet 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 discussion of the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, with Andrew Allen. We chat about a competitive first half, before the big moments in the second period that decided the game. Analysis of our chance to score, and the two we conceded over which we can have some regrets. We also speak about Gabriel Martinelli as a big positive, the reaction inside the stadium, Mikel Arteta's fixture-list grump, the need to respond against Villa on Saturday and lots more.Follow Andrew @aallensportIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode James and I enjoy the 2-0 win over Leicester at the Emirates on Sunday. We discuss the sublime performance from Martin Odegaard, as well as the midfield dominance of Thomas Partey, aided and abetted by another solid team performance and that rarest of things – an Arsenal penalty. We chat about the kind of football we're playing, the progress we're making, and the fun elements to our football, as well as the ability to control games from good positions. Then there are listener questions about set-pieces, protecting Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli's attacking instincts, Ben White impressing but making people laugh, 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 Clive Palmer to discuss the sanctions imposed by the British government on Roman Abramovich and the potential implications for Chelsea, and Arsenal. We chat about the need for greater scrutiny on football club ownership, and the asterisk that has to be part of any discussion of Chelsea's success. We also talk about the Champions League, the excitement building around our potential return to it, upgrading the midfield in the summer, defensive lapses, coping with a hectic upcoming schedule and lots more.Follow Clive @clivepafcIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this month's mailbag episode of the Arsenal Women's Arsecast, Tim, Alex and Pippa take listener questions on the upcoming UWCL tie with Wolfsburg, including Arsenal Women in the renovation of Emirates Stadium and Arsenalising Meadow Park.There are questions on Jordan Nobbs' 250th Arsenal appearance and whether that could have been handled better, whether the Miedema and Blackstenius partnership can be used in the Champions League and how best to handle big international players who are struggling for minutes.You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto, Alex @AlexIbaceta23, and Pippa @pippa_moniqueGet 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 James and I chat about the very important 3-2 win over Watford yesterday. We start by acknowledging some of the things that weren't great, as laid out by Mikel Arteta in his post-game press conference, but focus more on what was good about the game – not least the three brilliant goals scored by Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli which put us into the top four. We discuss our recent form and league position in a good weekend of results for us, before answering questions about Kieran Tierney, the left-hand side not being quite as effective as the right from an attacking perspective, finding that perfect centre-forward, the all red shorts, and lots more.Thanks to Mark Hallesy for the image.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 Tim Payton from the Arsenal Supporters' Trust to discuss the record losses Arsenal posted this week, the club's debt, ticket price increases and more – including updates on safe standing inside the Emirates Stadium.Then Lewis Ambrose is along to talk about the changes on the left hand side of the team and the positive impact they've had on performances and results.Read Lewis' Tactics Column here: https://arseblog.com/2022/03/tactics-column-variations-on-a-theme-on-the-arsenal-left/Follow Tim @timpayton : Lewis @LGAmbroseIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this episode James and I chat about the 20th birthday of Arseblog, his stage show, and the Carabao Cup final which saw Chelsea lose to Liverpool in quite hilarious fashion. Then we discuss more aspects of the win over Wolves, including Ram-Cam, the reaction to the goal we conceded, and central defenders with goodwill in the bank even when they do make a mistake, before we answer questions about financial losses and season ticket prices, player value increasing as the team makes progress, pressure for the top four, bulking out the squad if we do make the Champions League next season, 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.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I answer questions posted by our Patreon members in the Discord.Including:Building the siteWriting every dayPodcast originsClub connectionsCocktailsAnd moreIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Elliot Smith about 2021:We discuss:The Super League debacleProtests outside the groundThe summer transfer strategyThe return of fansAnd moreFollow Elliot on Twitter @yankeegunnerIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Simon Collings about 2020:We discuss:Mikel Arteta's first winCovid-19 and the shutdown of footballWinning the FA CupAubameyang's importance and new contractAnd moreFollow Simon on Twitter @simoncollingsIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to James Benge about 2019:We discuss:Baku and Europa League final'Winning' the summer transfer windowXhaka captaincy mayhemThe end of EmeryArteta's arrivalAnd moreFollow James on Twitter @jamesbengeIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Pete Wood about 2018:We discuss:Arsene Wenger's departureIvan, Sven and RaulUnai Emery's wildcard appointmentEarly promise unfulfilledAnd moreFollow Pete on Twitter @legroveIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Jim Campbell about 2017:We discuss:Olivier Giroud's Scorpion-kickWinning the FA CupPer Mertesacker's sensational Wembley performanceGranit Xhaka's tacklingAnd moreFollow Jim on Twitter @JimCampbellTFRIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Paul Cassidy about 2016:We discuss:Beating LeicesterFalling apart after beating LeicesterThe pursuit of Jamie VardySigning Xhaka and MustafiSanti CazorlaAnd moreFollow Paul on Twitter @poznaninmypantsIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Pippa Monique about 2015:We discuss:FA Cup finalArsenal WomenAlexis and OzilThe summer of just CechAnd moreFollow Pippa on Twitter @pippa_moniqueIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Tayo Popoola about 2014:We discuss:Theo's cruciate injuryThe road to the FA Cup finalEnding the trophy droughtArsene Wenger contract extensionAnd moreFollow Tayo on Twitter @DJTayoIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arseblog 20 is a series of 20 podcasts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Arseblog. In each episode, I'll speak to a guest about a particular calendar year of the site's existence, picking out games, goals , personal memories and recollections, transfers, forgotten moments, successes, failures, ups and downs, trophies, fun times, sad times, arrivals and departures, and lots more.In this episode, I speak to Lewis Ambrose about 2013:We discuss:Signing Mesut OzilA great start to the seasonJack Wilshere's incredible goalYaya SanogoAnd moreFollow Lewis on Twitter @LGAmbroseIf you want to support Arseblog via Patreon, and get exclusive bonus content, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.