In this one part episode (without Qs in part 2), we look back at Arsenal's Champions League exit, going down 1-0 to Bayern Munich last night. Once again, the second half was below par and we paid the price. We examine the reasons as to why that has been an issue in our last two games, and what Mikel Arteta can do about it in terms of his squad building going forward. There's chat about fatigue and heavy legs, the players we brought on from the bench and the players who stayed on it, what we can learn from this European campaign, how this collective probably needs a smattering of individualism for big games like last night, the striker discussion, and lots more.

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In this episode we look back on the 2-0 win at Wolves on Saturday evening which put us back on top of the Premier League. We discuss how Arsenal had to dig deep after a difficult week, but put in a performance that belied the tired legs, despite the fact we had to wait until late to seal the three points. We chat about Leandro Trossard's goal, whether Wolves should have had a red card, David Raya's excellent save, and how Mikel Arteta asked a lot of key men like Odegaard, Rice and Saka and how they delivered. Then we answer questions about goals from set-pieces, which position should be prioritised in the summer transfer window, how the manager rotates his squad (or chooses not to), and lots more – including details of our end of season live podcast event with our friends from the ArsenalVision podcast.

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In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to look back to Arsenal's 5-0 demolition of Chelsea on Tuesday night. We chat about the quick opening goal which made Anne Hathaway happy, the red card Chelsea should have had, and missed chances from the Gunners. We also look at how we were more solid in the second half, with two goals from Kai Havertz and Ben White – with the former Chelsea man celebrating his strikes with gusto. There's discussion of how Havertz has grown into this team, the Martin Odegaard performance, the significance of the result, and lots more.

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In this episode we look back on the eventful 3-2 win in the North London derby on Sunday. Despite not being at our best, we were 3-0 up at the break, and we discuss the goals we scored, and how we exploited the lack of opposition preparation and awareness – particularly from set-pieces. Ben White and Declan Rice had some fun in that regard. We also chat about the chances they had up the other end, including a disallowed goal, before moving onto the second half. There's focus on David Raya's mistake and the reaction to it from him and his teammates, conceding the late penalty and how it made for an awful, nerve-wracking last 10 minutes, but underlying it all is the fact we won, took three points, and Spurs have crap trumpets. Then there are listener questions about Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka's reaction to abuse from the stands, Thomas Partey's future and lots more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Sam Dean to chat about Ben White and the focus on his 'antics' from corners. Why the focus now? Will it force him and Arsenal to modify behaviour from set-pieces? And does it obscure discussion of his outstanding quality and consistency as a footballer? We also talk about Gabriel Jesus amid reports around his future, Oleksandr Zinchenko perhaps being more 'at risk' of a departure, the new contract offered to Jorginho and what that means for the summer, as well as chat about proposed new financial rules in the Premier League, games being held in the US, and lots more – including details of our donation to UNICEF.

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In this episode we look back on the 3-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon. The Gunners produced a dominant first half, but it was a late first half penalty that gave us the lead at the break. We analyse the key moments of the opening 45, from the potential red card to the missed chances to the award of the spot kick. Then we look at a second half where Leandro Trossard scored again, but was there a touch of good fortune about Bournemouth's disallowed goal which would have made the game more uncomfortable? Declan Rice's performance merited a goal and he got it late on, and we also answer listener questions about whether he should be used as an 8 more than a 6, potential changes to the coaching staff, the Gabriel Jesus story James wrote last week, some #ANGEOUT, and lots more.

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On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Arseblog News match reporter Aidan Gibson. They discuss the win over Manchester City and how it feels to give Chelsea a lifeline back into the WSL title race, then there is in-depth discussion about the futures of Vivianne Miedema and Stina Blackstenius, whose current contracts expire in the summer. Tim and Aidan then talk about the other profiles of player Arsenal might need this summer, especially given their goal scoring record which has been far inferior to Chelsea and Manchester City this season. They discuss whether 25 players is too many for a season and the consistent rotation of the number 10 position and whether it needs greater clarity.

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In this episode I'm joined by Philippe Auclair to reflect on two Champions League semi-finals this week. First, Real Madrid go through at the expense of Bayern Munich, before we chat about Borussia Dortmund beating PSG – with some discussion of Kylian Mbappe and his time in Paris. Then attention turns to Arsenal, and we talk about William Saliba and how our view of him as Arsenal fans is very different from many in France, Kai Havertz and his development, Martin Odegaard, some broad thoughts on the season as a whole and lots more.

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In this episode recorded not long after the game, we look back at Arsenal's 1-0 win over Man Utd at Old Trafford on Sunday. It wasn't a great performance, but Leandro Trossard's first half goal was enough for all three points and to keep the title push going until the final day. We chat about why the attacking performance was so inhibited, but there's praise for the way we defended against a United side that offered little to threaten us. Underlying it all though, was a sense of pre-game dread, and we discuss that, and the prospect of the final day, as well as answering listener questions about Spurs game against Man City on Tuesday, William Saliba, and much more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to chat about the idea of rivalry in the wake of Man City beating Spurs, and whether that's something managers should pay attention to. We also discuss Mikel Arteta's influence on this Arsenal team and how fans bought into his communication, in contrast to how Tottenham fans reacted to Ange Postecoglou's comments. Then we consider the final day of the season, and how we've pushed City all the way with the outside chance of still winning the league.

Then Tim reflects on the Arsenal career of Vivianne Miedema who's departure was announced this week, as well as some chat about that decision, how it came to pass, and what might happen on the final day of the season.

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In this episode we reflect on the final day of the season, in which a 2-1 win over Everton wasn't enough to win us the title because of what happened elsewhere. We chat about how we feel after a long, mostly enjoyable campaign, but without the success everyone had hoped for, as well as contextualising Man City's fourth successive title and what it means for the Premier League as a competition. We have some listener questions about Emile Smith Rowe, whether or not it's realistic to think we can raise the level again next season, Cedric the werewolf, and lots more.

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This episode is the audio only version of our live podcast with our friends from ArsenalVision. It was recorded live at Ally Pally Theatre on Saturday May 18th, the day before the final game of the season – so the discussion reflects that.

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In this first episode of the off-season, we chat about our distinct FA Cup final experiences, and the ramifications of Man Utd winning the famous old trophy. There's some stuff on the managerial merry-go-round that's spinning fast already this summer, how Arsenal should come to the rescue of a player in black and white, and a round-up of stories involving Albert Sambi Lokonga, Thomas Partey and a potential goalkeeper signing. Then we answer listener questions about loaning or selling players like Ramsdale and Smith Rowe, the need for someone to make us less reliant on Martin Odegaard, Premier League players Arsenal might target this summer, links to Marcus Rashford, and lots more.

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In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by UK based Australian journalist Jamie Spangher from The Halfway Line to discuss the post-season friendly in Melbourne and the fan reaction to Vivianne Miedema’s departure. Then Tim and Jamie discuss favourite and least favourite games of last season, player of the season, most improved players. Then there is some discussion about how Arsenal improve their attacking game for next season and how next season will be make or break for Jonas Eidevall.

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In this episode I'm joined by Harry Symeou from the Chronicles of a Gooner podcast to shoot the breeze about the goings on this week. We chat about the demands on players with the Euros and the Copa America coming up, as well as the changes to the Champions League, as well as suggestions seeding will be introduced to the EFL Cup. Then we discuss stories about a contract extension for Mikel Arteta, in the context of the job he's done and the managerial market at the moment. There are also some questions from our Discord members about transfers, home grown players, and lots more.

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In this episode we begin with the downfall of the dinosaurs, before moving on to the latest from the transfer market – focusing on Arsenal's interest in Benjamin Sesko. We chat about whether or not this is a deal that could get done before the Euros, before we turn our attention to selling players, how Arsenal can improve, and the potential departures of players like Emile Smith Rowe, Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson. Then we answer listener questions about targetting the South American market more, William Saliba and the Olympics, Zinchenko and Kiwior, memories of Mohamed Elneny and Cedric, and lots more besides.

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In this episode I'm joined by Charles Watts to discuss the latest transfer stories, including Benjamin Sesko's reportedly imminent decision about his own future, what might happen in midfield and how much that depends on who stays and what Declan Rice's role is next season, other midfield targets, possible departures, the left-back situation and how despite being well-stocked Arsenal might bring someone in, and lots more – including some chat about Man City and the news of their legal action taken against the Premier League which became news this week.

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In this episode we do a weekend catch-up before talking about William Saliba and France, Bukayo Saka and England in the context of some of the back pages – plus a couple of questions about whether not he could/should play in other positions for Arsenal. There's also some chat about the Premier League VAR vote and the Man City legal challenge, before we answer listener questions about pre-season friendlies, Fabio Vieira's future, and lots more, including our now infamous transfer predictions/money totals for the summer ahead (incoming and outgoing).

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In this episode I'm joined by former Arsenal player Carl Jenkinson for a chat about his life and career. He's just back from Australia, so we begin with his thoughts on playing the A-League, before turning our attention to his time with the Gunners. From the early days after his move from Charlton, the difficult early period which included that infamous game at Old Trafford, working with and learning from Arsene Wenger, Steve Bould and Bacary Sagna, how injuries impacted his career, and lots more – including that famous press conference clip involving a question about his dad being a singer!

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In this episode we talk a lot about the goings-on at Euro 2024, in particular the opening game in England's campaign, which featured Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice. There's some Benjamin Sesko watch after Slovenia's draw with Denmark, some questions about the transfer market and what direction we might go in after his decision to stay at Leipzig – could we test Newcastle's mettle for a player that might fit the bill? There's a round of the player ratings game, we remember former Gunner Kevin Campbell who passed away at the weekend, and lots more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to chat about the Premier League fixtures which were released during the week, before we do some 'statements' that he has to either Strongly Agree, Agree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree with. Topics covered include summer signings, summer sales, Gabriel Martinelli, next season's top four, multi-club ownership, how we might start next season, a goalkeeper departure, and lots more

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In this episode begin with Kieran Tierney's unfortunate Euro 2024 adventure, which was cut short by a serious injury and has significant implications for his future. We also round-up some of the other Arsenal players involved, and chat about comments made by Declan Rice (and others) about criticism from ex-England players, before James outlines the changes he'd make for their final group game on Tuesday evening. There's some transfer chat involving Eberechi Eze, and listener questions about officiating at the Euros, whether any players have caught the eye, possible changes to the coaching staff this summer, why we both would like a player with pace, and lots more, including details of a summer event in Los Angeles.

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In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to discuss the goings-on at Euro 2024, with a fair amount of focus on England, and the Bukayo Saka debate that has been going on this week, before we chat about some lesser-fancied teams who have caught the eye throughout the tournament. Then we touch on the future of Emile Smith Rowe who has been linked with Fulham and Palace this week, wonder if Arsenal might get involved in the shady-pricing that other clubs have been party to of late, the Declan Rice 'problem', and lots more.

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In this episode we chat about James' trip to Glastonbury, sadly lacking in Sugababes, but eventful nonetheless, before we turn our attention to the football and Euro 2024 in particular. There's discussion of Ronaldo's histrionics last night, England's performances and progression, and some focus on the Arsenal players who have been most involved over the course of the tournament. Then we answer listener questions about getting more value from our Academy players, which of them might make the trip to the US for the summer tour and stake a claim for a place, transfers in general and whether things will start to get busy now we're in July, and lots more.

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On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Alex Ibaceta of DAZN and Barca TV to discuss the Gunners’ new signing Mariona Caldentey from Barcelona. Tim and Alex discuss the player, her attributes, her 10 years at Barca, the qualities she has that Arsenal have missed and where she might fit into Jonas Eidevall’s team next season.

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In this episode I'm joined by Phil Costa, and first up on the agenda are the stories linking us to Bologna defender Riccardo Califiori. We chat about how this a deal that feels dependent on a significant departure from the defensive ranks, before we talk about the player himself, what he might bring to the team, and more generally about Arsenal's left-side and what could happen there. There's also transfer stuff around Albert Sambi Lokonga, Nuno Tavares, and Emile Smith Rowe, a look ahead to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals, and more.

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In this episode we start with discussion of England's win over Switzerland at the Euros, centred around the brilliant Bukayo Saka who scored a fantastic equaliser, and one of the five penalties to help his team progress. There's some discussion about the overall level of performance from the England team, a question about who should start up front in the semi-final, and we look at the other Arsenal players who are still involved or just exited the tournament. Then there's some transfer chat, questions about William Saliba as the left-sided centre-half, the two Brazilian Gabriels who have been away at the Copa America, Jakub Kiwior's future in light of ongoing interest in Riccardo Calafiori, the mystery German player, and lots more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to discuss England's 2-1 win over the Netherlands on Wednesday night, which sends them through to the final of Euro 2024. We chat about the goal England conceded, the contentious penalty award which provided the equaliser, the second half in which fatigue clearly played a part for both sides, and how an injection of energy was so important. Should Ollie Watkins goal propel him into the starting line-up for Sunday's clash with Spain? All that, plus a round-up of the Arsenal transfer news.

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In this episode we chat about the final of Euro 2024 which saw Spain beat England 2-1. We discuss how this was a game too far for Gareth Southgate's side, pay credit to the Spanish team which has been the best at this tournament, as well as discussing the potential impact another painful defeat might have on the likes of Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice, who have been playing non-stop for 11 months now. There's a transfer round-up, in as much as that's possible with so little transfer news, plus listener questions about online tribalism, the number 10 shirt, who might be in the squad for the US tour, Alvaro Morata, and lots more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to chat about the kind of incoming transfer business Arsenal will look to get done, and why someone like Mikel Merino might not be the most exciting arrival, but someone who can easily plug and play into Mikel Arteta's system. We also chat about some potential departures, what we need to see from Fabio Vieira this season, Ethan Nwaneri and how pre-season could be very important for him, and lots more, including some US tour chat

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In this episode we chat about the make-up of the squad selected for the US tour, with many young players involved, plus imminent arrival of Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori with reports over the weekend saying the agreement is basically complete. What does that mean for some of the other players in the squad? We also discuss stories surrounding Emile Smith Rowe whose future isn't as black and white as it might seem. Then we answer listener questions about Chido Obi-Martin which expands into a conversation about how Arsenal are perceived as a club with regards young players, a back three for next season, the US tour and the games we play there, and lots more.

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In this episode James and I are in Los Angeles, losing track of time, but enjoying the California sunshine. We chat about our time here, before turning attention to Arsenal's game against Bournemouth on Wednesday, and some of the young players involved – in particular Ethan Nwaneri. As a new star potentially emerges, another departs as it looks like Emile Smith Rowe's time as a Gunner is over – we reflect on how it has come to this point. There's also transfer talk about potential arrivals, some Academy chat, and lots more.

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On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast Tim is joined by Tom Garry from the Guardian to talk about the process of transfer reporting. Tom talks about his many years breaking WSL transfer exclusives and explains how information gathering and reporting of transfers works, how it has developed in the women’s game over time and Tom and Tim swap some anecdotes about breaking different transfer stories.

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In this episode James and I convene in Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love, to chat about our game against Man Utd on Saturday. There's discussion of player size when they are in elevators, Ayden Heaven and his first half, Gabriels Jesus and Martinelli and other various thoughts on the 2-1 win. We also discuss the arrival of Riccardo Calafiori, the imminent departure of Emile Smith Rowe, and lots more.

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In this episode I catch up with James who is still in America, with some final thoughts on the US tour and the experience over there. We chat about the possibility of competitive games being played there in the future, as well as catching up on all the latest from the transfer market (inwards and outwards). We also have questions about what it means when Mikel Arteta pushes hard for a specific player, what the future holds for Fabio Vieira, whether we have any concerns over the manager's contractual situation, and lots more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to chat about last night's 4-1 friendly win over Bayer Leverkusen. We analyse the very familiar looking team line-up in the context of Mikel Arteta's comments about needing more from the players we have, leading to discussion of Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz among others. There's also some focus on young players like Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri after they impress again, but how do you find the balance between their integration and further additions to the squad? There's some transfer discussion, Arteta's pickpocketing high jinx, and a goodbye from an old (angry) friend.

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In this episode we chat about the 2-0 win over Lyon in the Emirates Cup, and focus on how a familiar looking team won a game in a familiar way as our set-piece prowess was on show again. There's discussion of some key individuals, the debut for Riccardo Calafiori, and whether the absence of Eddie Nketiah is a signal about his future as rumours involving Marseille continue. We also answer listener questions about positions and skill-sets, what Arsenal still need to do in the transfer window ahead of the new season, Pedro Neto and Mykhaylo Mudryk, our preferred starting XI for Wolves, and lots more.

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In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Swedish journalist Amanda Zaza about new signing Rosa Kafaji from Hacken. Amanda talks about the type of player she is, her rise to prominence in Sweden and in the Swedish national team, her best position and why her attributes and her personality will be well suited to helping to solve Arsenal’s issues against deep blocks.

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In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie Spangher to discuss the signing of Rosa Kafaji and the departure of Cloe Lacasse. Then Tim and Jamie answer listener questions on how the midfield will look next season and whether changes are afoot there, the future of Kathrine Kuhl, a big season ahead for Kyra Cooney-Cross, where Arsenal most need reinforcements and whether the women’s team should have its own away kit every year.

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With the new season ahead I'm joined by four guests to look forward to the 2024-25 campaign. I chat separately to Amy Lawrence, Nick Wright (Sky Sports), Adrian Clarke and Dara O Briain about the things they're excited for, what they'd like to see happen in the transfer market, the players they're keen to see pull on the red and white, proactive goalkeeping, some of the young players who impressed on the US tour, Riccardo Calafiori, Snoop Dogg (sort of), and lots more.

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In this episode we chat about the 2-0 win over Wolves on Saturday. We discuss the opening day performance in the context of a tournament summer, the impact of Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka, David Raya's big moment, and some of the issues that we experienced in the game which we can certainly improve on ahead of our next match. We also talk about how Wolves were lucky not to have a man sent off, before we answer listener questions about Declan Rice as the 6, Thomas Partey, whether we have enough up front for the season ahead, the future of Jakub Kiwior after he didn't make the squad on Saturday, and lots more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to discuss the departure of Charlie Patino to Deportivo la Coruna, in the context of how difficult it can be for a highly rated youth player to make the step up to the Arsenal first team. We also discuss the futures of Reiss Nelson and Eddie Nketiah, Mikel Merino's arrival (whenever it happens), why Mikel Arteta needs to demonstrate confidence in all his players for the season ahead, how an attacking signing could complete the squad, and lots more.

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In this episode we recap the 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Saturday evening, which was a strange game with lots of incident. We discuss the big chances the home side missed, as well as waxing lyrical about the quality of David Raya's second half save from Ollie Watkins. We also chat about how the introduction of Leandro Trossard changed the game from an Arsenal perspective, and how he has likely played himself into the starting XI for the next game against Brighton. We talk about Ben White and William Saliba, and answer questions about what Arsenal need to do in the final week of the transfer window, what this season holds for Jorginho, and lots more.

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In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by ESPN’s Emily Keogh to compare notes on Arsenal Women’s tour of Washington DC. Emily and Tim were the only two UK based journalists to travel and they compare notes on the tour, the commercial and media benefits of it and Emily talks a little about interviews she conducted with Jonas Eidevall and Clare Wheatley in DC.

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In this episode I'm joined by The Man from East Lower and Andrew Allen to discuss the final few hours of the transfer window. We chat about the goalkeeping position in light of Aaron Ramsdale's expected departure, how we might replace him, and what it might cost. Then there's discussion of midfield with two out and two in, before attention turns to the attacking end of the pitch. We chat about whether we think Arsenal need to bring somebody in, whether we expect that to happen before Friday's 11pm deadline, and lots more.

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In this episode we look back at the 1-1 draw with Brighton on Saturday, chatting first about how the game was going with Kai Havertz's excellent goal putting us in front, before we turn to the big incident: the Declan Rice red card. We discuss the referee's decision, and the consequences for the player and the team – which aren't limited to just this game. Then we talk about Arsenal's response, the goal we conceded, and the chances we had to take all three points. After the break there are questions about the transfer window, the arrival of Raheem Sterling and the window as a whole, Rice's role in this team which is now complicated by the Mikel Merino injury, a left-hand choice between Martinelli, Trossard and Sterling, and lots more.

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In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn, co-host of the Stadio podcast, for some Interlull chat. We discuss the start to Arsenal's season, the end of the transfer window, the arrival of Raheem Sterling and what we expect from him during his loan season from Chelsea. Then we answer some listener questions about Leandro Trossard and the midweek bid from a Saudi Arabian club, Arsenal's forward signings under Mikel Arteta, how clubs like Real Madrid build an expectation of winning and success, choosing players from today's era over some from the past, and lots more.

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In this Interlull episode we take stock of what's been going on in this international break, from Declan Rice scoring against his former country, to Riccardo Calafiori suffering a ridiculous injury while playing for Italy against France. We take stock of all the players in action, before we examine our summer transfer predictions to gauge how wrong we were now that it has all played out. Then there are listener questions about players potentially going on strike, Leandro Trossard's future, what we might do without Rice for the North London derby, there's the Player Ratings game, and lots more.

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In this edition of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie go back over the UWCL qualifying victories over Rangers and Rosenborg last week, the performances of Mariona Caldentey, as well as Laia Codina and Kyra Cooney-Cross and whether it will be difficult to dislodge them from the team, Tim and Jamie also look ahead to the next qualifying round against Hacken. Then there are listener questions about low defensive blocks and Arsenal’s finishing, team selection and whether Arsenal will add before Friday’s WSL transfer deadline.

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In this episode I'm joined by Sam Dean to talk about Mikel Arteta signing a new contract, with discussion of the timing of the announcement, and what this next

cycle will demand of the Arsenal boss. Then we turn our attention to the injury-filled Interlull, paying close attention to the Martin Odegaard injury, and trying to figure out what Arteta is going to do without his captain – a player who is fundamental to the way the Gunners play.

Then, I catch up with Tayo Popoola, a contributor to the new book Black Arsenal by Clive Chijioke Nwonka and Matthew Harle. We chat about the significance of this publication, before Tayo catches up with Femi Koleoso - Drummer from Ezra Collective; Eddie Otchere - Photographer; and Amy Lawrence to go more in depth on the book and its themes.

Music – "Don Gargan Talk” by SPMC : “Cry Tuff Dub” by Tayo

Black Arsenal is available in all good bookshops now – please consider ordering from your local independent bookstore, rather than giving any tax-dodging corporation money they don't need.

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