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On this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss the tense 1-0 win over Wolves at Molineux on Thursday night. We chat about the goal we scored, the role of set-pieces as an attacking threat, the extraordinary red card for Gabriel Martinelli and the crazy few minutes that followed it. As well as focus on the defensive effort, Rob Holding's clearance cameo, what we can do about our disciplinary issues, the celebration police, and what was a very important win in difficult circumstances. All that and 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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Arsenal's trip to Chelsea on Friday night sees the Gunners ahead of Chelsea at the top of the WSL by two points, though Chelsea have a game in hand. It's a huge match and a big examination of Arsenal's title credentials. Tim and Alex get together with women's football journalist and Chelsea fan Jessy Parker Humphreys to discuss the big game and try to address their respective nerves- the potential ramifications, how both teams could line up and how both teams respective seasons have gone since the teams met in the FA Cup Final back in December.You can follow Tim on Twitter @Stillberto, Alex @AlexIbaceta23, and Jessy @jessyjphGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The mid-season break has taken its toll and we talk about the imminent return of football this week in an episode filled with listener questions on such topics as, the Dubai break; being excited by what lies ahead; our striker targets in the summer; Bukayo Saka's contractual situation amid interest from other clubs; the changing profile of certain on-pitch positions; penalty takers; contract extensions for Lacazette and Nketiah; and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

 On this episode I'm joined by Tayo Popoola to chat about the departure of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the end of the transfer window, and to answer some questions from our Patreon members about those topics, Mikel Arteta, predictions for top goalscorer between now and the end of the season, William Saliba, and lots more.Follow Tayo @DJTayoIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this month's mailbag, Tim and Alex answer your questions about midfield creativity, Arsenal's January transfer business, the WSL title race, whether Arsenal have made progress under Jonas Eidevall yet, Frida Maanum, Nikita Parris, how far away Arsenal are from challenging in Europe and the panel run the rule over the new signings and consider what might be the most immediate priorities in the summer transfer window.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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's transfer deadline day so the focus of this episode is transfers, in particular the lack of them. Arsenal have a big problem at centre-forward and it doesn't look like anyone is coming, not to mention the fact that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is in Barcelona to seal a loan move there. We chat about the window as a whole, the efforts to bring someone in, and what the chances are of a late deal before the window closes, before we answer questions about the internal solutions we could use, goal expectations for the strikers that we have in the squad right now, the current squad depth, goalkeepers and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to talk about the need to hit the reset button as Arsenal enjoy a break and some warm weather training in Dubai. We chat about what the benefits might be for the squad, and what the absence of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang means for the former captain, before attention turns to the transfer market. What did Mikel Arteta and Stan Kroenke discuss in Denver this week? What do we need before the window closes, and what do we expect to happen. All that, and some of the usual waffle too.Follow Tim @Stillberto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode discuss 0-0 draw with Burnley on Sunday, and our failure to take all 3 points against the league's bottom side. We chat about the players we had available and the impact of the absentees, not taking a golden chance to score a crucial goal, Mikel Arteta's decision to replace Emile Smith Rowe with Eddie Nketiah, and continued shortcomings in the striker position. Then there are listener questions about what January might bring in the transfer market, the possibility of patching things up with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, back up for Tomiyasu, the burden on Bukayo Saka, Nicolas Pepe, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode discuss the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg. Arsenal had some players back from injury, but a lack of match fitness was a hindrance. We talk about the goals we conceded, a couple of bright sparks in red and white, the decision to involve Thomas Partey after his return from AFCON, the red card, and what this defeat highlights in terms of recruitment needs. We then answer questions about the ongoing betting investigation as reported by James, all the red cards we've received under Mikel Arteta, Gabriel Martinelli, the striker situation, a narrowing window of opportunity to make substantive progress and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the weekend postponement of the North London derby, the Premier League rules, the outcry and furore that surrounded the decision, and the way it unified the reaction among Arsenal fans to what was unfair criticism. We talk more broadly about whether games should be played in these circumstances, potential rule changes and when they can be, as well as answering listener questions about midfield transfer options, William Saliba, the impact of Covid on footballers, Matteo Guendouzi, a hilarious FIFA soundtrack (if true) and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast we deal with the two big announcements at Arsenal Women this week. Firstly, we have an exclusive interview with Arsenal defender Leah Williamson about her decision to extend her contract, her Arsenal legacy, her reassurance at the direction of the club and her recent injury.Then we get into the news that the Gunners have signed Swedish forward Stina Blackstenius. Tim talks to Swedish football analyst and journalist Mia Eriksson about Blackstenius' career to date, her qualities and how she might fit in with "Eideball."You can follow Tim on Twitter @StillbertoGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 0-0 draw with Liverpool in the first leg of our Carabao Cup semi-final. We chat about the strong team we faced versus the much depleted side we could send out, wax lyrical over the way we responded and defended having gone down to 10 men and while focusing on the collective spirit and quality we showed, there's some extra praise for Ben White who was superb on the night. There is the inevitable discussion of Granit Xhaka, the red card, and what the consequences are – but we talk about why the sending off happened from a footballing perspective. Then we answer listener questions about Dusan Vlahovic, the character of the team, Jack Wilshere as a short-term midfield option, Bernd Leno and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the disappointing 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup. We chat about the make-up of the team with AFCON, injury and Covid absences, being light in central midfield after letting Maitland-Niles leave, the goal we conceded, the step down in quality in some key positions, a poor overall performance, as well as analysing Nuno Tavares and Mikel Arteta's decision to take him off in the first half. Then there are questions about team selection for Liverpool and Sp*rs – in particular central midfield, transfer market priorities in January and the need for more firepower, Liverpool's false positives, and lots more besides.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss postponements and fixture congestion, the January transfer window including the imminent departure of Ainsley Maitland-Niles and whether there's someone coming in to replace him, a dream January arrival and the rationale for pushing the boat out now when it comes to finding a new striker, plus ref chat, improving officiating, looking ahead to the FA Cup, Maitland-Niles Euro-pop and much 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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 2-1 defeat to Man City, and despite many frustrations and an injury time winner for the opposition, there's a sense of positivity about our performance. We chat about how we played collectively, some focus on key individuals, and there's discussion of game-changing moments, like the Martinelli miss and the Gabriel red card, as well as how this is a game this team can take a lot from going forward. We also talk about the refereeing, VAR inconsistency and answer listener questions about the standards of officiating, Partey's midfield replacement now he's gone to AFCON, the Carabao Cup semi-finals, holding on to young talented players, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Because of the time of year, this week's Arsecast is our Premier League preview podcast which is usually exclusive to Patreon members. As ever I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose, and we discuss Saturday's game against Man CityOn the agenda:Mikel Arteta's positive Covid testThe manager missing the game and training, what impact might it haveTeam selection - is there scope for a changeWhat to expect from Man City What we need to see from ArsenalPlus some end of year awards And moreIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, and get a Premier League podcast for every game and lots more, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we look back at the impressive 5-0 win over Norwich on Sunday, discussing the collective performance, some tactical shifts, and with focus on some very exciting individual performances too. We chat about Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli's pressing, another off the bench contribution from Emile Smith Rowe, as well as the Wolves postponement and this recent run of form. Then there are listener questions about what to expect from the Man City game, Kieran Tierney's goal celebrations, whether the league position now might impact the January transfer business, Granit Xhaka, Martinelli's socks and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show I'm joined by James Benge to discuss the 5-1 win over Sunderland in the Carabao Cup. Contrasting fortunes for young strikers Folarin Balogun and Eddie Nketiah, but what does the future hold for both of them? Mikel Arteta wants Eddie to stay, but is there a better time for him to leave than next summer when he's out of contract? We also chat about Nicolas Pepe, a goalscoring debut for 18 year old Charlie Patino, and lots more – plus there's a bit of festive Holy God FM.Follow James @jamesbengeIf you want to become an Arseblog Member on Patreon, you can sign up at patreon.com/arseblog for just €5 per month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the 4-1 win over Leeds on Saturday evening. They might have been poor, but what we did was still impressive, with three goals and a record number of attempts on target in the first half. There's discussion of the continuing emergence of Gabriel Martinelli after his two goal salvo, his reintroduction to the team of late, and developmental work behind the scenes. We also chat about Martin Odegaard, another great cameo from Smith Rowe, the penalty we conceded, as well as listener questions about our recent form, the importance of Takehiro Tomiyasu, Rob Holding reporting racist abuse, Aaron Ramsdale winding up Leeds fans with his celebrations and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss the impressive 2-0 win over West Ham which sent us into the top four. There's focus on Gabriel Martinelli who scored the opener, Bukayo Saka, missing a penalty, Smith Rowe's goal which sealed the game, and ensuring that a big opportunity didn't pass us by – especially in the wake of all that's happened off-field this week. We also talk about the exciting potential of the young players in this team, and answer questions about how we fit them all in, whether the Aubameyang situation might change the thinking over Alexandre Lacazette, home form v away form, worries over disruption to football because of the rise in Covid cases, and lots more.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.