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The original Arsenal podcast, coming to you twice a week (usually Mondays and Fridays) with news, interviews, analysis, special guests, jokes and occasionally some really terrible songs.
Episodes
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 178: Birmingham draw gives Arsenal the Blues (again)
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie dissect the disappointing 1-1 draw at home to Birmingham. There is talk over the manager’s future, the issues defending fast breaks on the left side of the team, continued struggles to create clear chances and Renee Slegers’ animated post-match press conference. Tim and Jamie consider Renee’s argument that Arsenal are doing good things b
Arsecast Extra Episode 717 - 18.10.2026
In this episode we look back at the 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest on Sunday afternoon. Not a lot happened in the first half, and Mikel Arteta made a change at the break bringing on Noni Madueke for Eberechi Eze. We discuss how much of today's performance was about what Arsenal were missing in terms of attacking quality and how much the home side made life difficult for us. We assess Madueke&#
Episode 897: On and off the pitch
In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to discuss the 3-0 win over Lille in the Champions League. We chat about the manager's team selection, and his comments about Noni Madueke and volume, before we discuss a decent – if not great – first half, and the way Arsenal changed things in the second period. There's some focus on Jurrien Timber after his excellent goal, as well as Eberech
Arsecast Extra Episode 716 - 11.10.2026
In this episode we look back at Saturday's 2-1 win over Leeds. We begin with some surprising selection decisions from Mikel Arteta, and a first half which saw the opposition pose more goal threat than Arsenal. Then, after falling behind in the second period, we got ourselves going with Riccardo Calafiori's equaliser before Bruno Guimaraes came off the bench to score the winner. There's
Episode 896: Mikel's big extension
In this episode I'm joined by Kaya Kaynak to discuss the big story of the week – Mikel Arteta's contract extension. We reflect on his time at the club, where we were, where we are now, how we got here, and the context of the work he's done since his arrival in 2019. We also chat about what the future holds with a manager who is ambitious and not just signing a new deal to let anyone, l
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 177: Where do we go from here?
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie analyse Arsenal’s 4-2 defeat at Manchester City on Sunday, starting with events in Paris last week and Slegers’ pre-match rallying cry. There is discussion over goalkeeper rotation, a sense of stability in Arsenal’s starting line-ups now, the failure to hold the lead on two occasions in this game, another set of substitutions that seemed
Arsecast Extra Episode 715 - 04.10.2026
In this Interlull episode we begin with gunge, before talking about England scoring se7en against Croatia, with Bukayo Saka getting two of the goals. We also touch on the other Arsenal players on the scoresheet (Gyokeres and Merino for Sweden and Spain respectively), and the hamstring injury sustained by Christos Tzolis. There's also some inevitable Man City discussion as the ripples continue
Episode 895 - Almost a billion ...
In this episode I'm joined by Philippe Auclair to discuss the Premier League statement released this week in relation to Man City being found guilty of 114 of the 115 charges made against them. We discuss how strident the statement was, and how well presented the evidence is in the findings document, before we chat about coverage of this in the media, whether there might be political interfere
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 176: Bridge over troubled water
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie look back over Arsenal’s 1-0 defeat at Chelsea on Sunday and ask where it leaves the season, how much the issues in front of goal are tactical and how much they are psychological, and how much increased squad depth is leading to confusion and a lack of cohesion. There is analysis of the team selection, a promising opening 30 minutes, ano
Arsecast Extra Episode 714 - 27.09.2026
This episode is dominated by the biggest story in football right now, Man City being found guilty on 114 of the 115 charges that have been leveled at them by the Premier League. We discuss that verdict, the length of time the case has been ongoing, before exploring the impact their financial doping has had on the game. It doesn't just impact other clubs, but fans too pay the price for the infl
Episode 894: Now and then
In this episode I'm joined first by Clive Palmer to talk about Arsenal's opening eight games of the season, and how we feel about how they went, with the context of the recent defeat to Brighton looming over everything. We also chat about Bukayo Saka and whether there's been a tactical shift applied to his game, where we're missing something in the squad, Declan Rice's withdraw
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 175: Points Divided against United
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie run the rule over Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United. There is conversation over Arsenal’s continued struggle to create against low blocks, the line-up choices, the substitutions, the basic error that allowed United to take the lead as well as Arsenal’s late equaliser through Smilla Holmberg. There is also a look ahead to Tuesday
Arsecast Extra Episode 713 - 20.09.2026
In this episode we look back at the 3-0 defeat away to Brighton on Saturday. Arsenal struggled from the off, and we try and understand why we couldn't cope with the way the opposition pressed us, and ask whether we could have dealt with things differently in terms of how we tried to play. There's analysis of the goals we conceded, where we weren't switched on enough defensively, and on more than o
Episode 893: Marli & Max
In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn from Stadio to chat about Arsenal's 4-2 win over Ipswich in the Carabao Cup. We start with Max Dowman's two goal contribution, but before we get into the nuts and bolts of his performance, there's discussion of how Arsenal have to manage a 16 year old such talent and potential, then there's the good stuff, in particular his first goal. There was also another
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 174: Gunners get their wings clipped by the Eagles
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast Tim and Jamie pick over Sunday’s disappointing 0-0 draw at home to Crystal Palace and consider the sense of a familiar story unfolding. There is discussion about why Arsenal consistently struggle to convert chances, team selection and how it was geared towards manipulating Palace’s low block, the substitutions and how they negatively impacted the game
Arsecast Extra Episode 712 - 14.09.2026
In this episode we chat about the 2-0 win over Sunderland on Saturday evening. Arsenal made first half chances for Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz which could have resulted in goals, but against a hard-working home side we struggled to find the breakthrough. We then chat about the award of their penalty, and the referee/VAR decision that was hard to accept. However, David Raya was the hero, saving Enz
Episode 892: 1-Ø to the Arsenal
In this episode I'm joined by Phil Costa to run the rule over Arsenal's 1-0 win over Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday evening. We chat about Mikel Arteta's rotations with four changes from the side that beat Chelsea, and how encouraging it was to see the team create so many chances against an opposition low block, something we've often struggled with in the past. We chat about the oppor
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 173: Baum Brightens Arsenal’s Day in Crawley
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie run the rule over the Gunners’ opening day victory away at Brighton thanks to a great solo goal from Lisa Baum. There is discussion of Baum being trusted with a starting spot and repaying the manager with a match winning moment, thoughts on two new signings not making the matchday squad, analysis of debuts for Misa, Batlle and Georgia St
Arsecast Extra Episode 711 - 07.09.2026
In this episode we chat about the 2-1 win over Chelsea on Sunday, starting with Arsenal falling behind early on, but reacting really well and playing the kind of football that really connects with fans. We discuss the impact of the front four, but also the way the two full backs add a lot to our forward play, even if that does leave us a bit more open than we're used to. We analyse the goals from
Episode 891 - Window closed
In this episode I'm joined by Charles Watts to discuss the end of the transfer window after it closed without Arsenal adding another attacker to the squad, despite high profile pursuits and the departure of players who contributed last season. How does that stack up in terms of how competitive the team will be this season, and could the club have done things differently when it came to players lik
Arsecast Extra Episode 710 - 01.09.2026
In this episode we chat about the 1-0 win over Aston Villa on Monday night. We discuss the timing of our visit there, the influence of Riccardo Calafiori, Bukayo Saka's second goal in as many games, a difficult night for Christos Tzolis, and an encouraging one for second half substitute Bruno Guimaraes. We then turn to transfer deadline day and what kind of business we expect Arsenal to do before
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 172: Arsenal's pre-season reviewed
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie review the pre-season friendlies against Paris FC and Charlton and look at how Arsenal are shaping up in their quest to diversify their attack and score more goals next season, promising signs from new signing Lisa Baum as well as Olivia Smith, defensive concerns and Kyra Cooney-Cross' wonderful goal on her return to action. Tim and Jami
Episode 890 - The last few days of the window
In this episode I'm joined by Harry Symeou of the Chronicles of a Gooner podcast to chat about Arsenal's start to the season, and ways in which Mikel Arteta will keep his team motivated throughout the season as we look to defend/attack our Premier League title. Inevitably, the discussion moves to the transfer window and whether or not Arsenal will do anything before the close of the window. There'
Arsecast Extra Episode 709 - 23.08.2026
In this episode we chat about Friday evening's Premier League opener, the 3-0 win over Coventry City. We begin with discussion of the team, with starts for Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, then the goals from Kai Havertz, Saka and Martin Odegaard, and the differing but important roles of the full-backs in two of them. We also discuss on-pitch relationships, the right-side triangle coming back to life,
Episode 889 - A new season ...
In this episode I have five guests with me to look ahead to the new season. We hear from Amy Lawrence, Alfie Steiner, Laura Kirk-Francis, Andrew Allen and Dara O'Briain individually about how they feel going into the new season as champions, and what that changes based on previous campaigns. We also discuss things they're excited about, things they might be worried about, players they're most look
Arsecast Extra Episode 708 - 17.08.2026
In this episode we chat about Sunday's 3-0 win over Man City in the Community Shield. We start with the brilliant early goal we scored through Riccardo Calafiori, and the superb vision of Myles Lewis-Skelly, before some focus on Martin Odegaard and Christos Tzolis as two players who really caught the eye. We also discuss David Raya, promising signs from Arsenal's performance in terms of our attack
Episode 888 - So many questions ...
In this episode I'm joined by Luke Kempner from 'The thing about Arsenal' podcast to chat about the 1-1 draw with Como on Wednesday evening, and some of the individual performances from young players like Marli Salmon and Max Dowman, including some comments from Cesc Fabregas about their emergence. We also chat about Myles Lewis-Skelly getting on the scoresheet, his celebration, and Mikel Arteta's
Arsecast Extra Episode 707 - 10.08.2026
In this episode we chat about the arrival of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle, after his unveiling at the stadium on Sunday. We chat about what he can bring to the team, and how we might have to let go of the past a bit, before turning our attention to the Emirates Cup defeat to Borussia Dortmund. There's some focus on new signing Christos Tzolis, and pre-season friendly context applied to the defea
Episode 887 - If not Vini, then what?
In this episode I'm joined in my studio by Elliot Smith from ArsenalVision Podcast to chat about Arsenal's 3-1 defeat to Real Betis in Dublin on Wednesday evening. We discuss the key events of the game, and three sloppy mistakes which led to goals for the opposition. We also chat about the returns of Gabriel and Gabriel Martinelli, some players who are surplus to requirements, an unfortunate injur
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 171: August Mailbag
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie start by discussing Jenna Nighswonger's impending move to Bay FC and the departure of Marc Skinner at Manchester United. Then they take listener questions on how quickly we can expect new players to settle in, Lisa Baum's development, the WSL fixture list and its implications, the spending of clubs like London City Lionesses and Spurs an
Arsecast Extra Episode 706 - 03.08.2026
In this episode we discuss Arsenal's first meaningful pre-season friendly, and reflect on the 4-1 win over Girona on Saturday. There's discussion of Max Dowman and how important he might be in the early part of the season, some chat about the goalscorers and in particular Gabriel Jesus and what the future might, or should, hold for him. Then we get the latest on Arsenal's incoming transfer busines
Episode 886 - Evolution
In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to chat about Mikel Arteta's comments about how he wants better individuals as he looks to build the squad ahead of the new season. We chat about what exactly he means, and whether interest in someone like Vinicius Junior will require an evolution on the part of the manager in terms of what he asks of his wingers. We also talk about the potential arrival
Arsecast Extra Episode 705 - 27.07.2026
In this episode we start with the arrival of Christos Tzolis and some chat about the deal for the Greek international and what he might bring to the team, before we venture into the obvious territory: Arsenal's widely reported interest in Vinicius Junior. We chat about the player himself, the financial challenges we'd need to overcome in order to make it happen with fees and wages etc, and what ac
Episode 885 - Statements with Ryan Hunn
In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn, co-host of the Stadio podcast, to deal with statements provided by our Patreon members. He has to strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree with them, and we deal with topics including William Saliba's back injury, Arsenal's valuation of players in the transfer market, breaking our record for a sale this summer, Noni Madueke's output next season,
Arsecast Extra Episode 704 - 21.07.2026
In this episode James is back in London after his spell in Chicago, and we begin by talking about the World Cup final in which Spain beat Argentina and pretty much everyone outside of Argentina was happy about that. We have some reflections on the tournament as a whole, before we discuss the Morgan Rogers news and his decision to join Chelsea when he was strongly tipped to join Arsenal this summer
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 170: Analysing Arsenal’s summer transfer business
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by women’s football analyst Yash Thakur, who writes for The Cutback, ESPN and Opta Analyst. They discuss Arsenal’s transfer strategy, the early prime age profiles they have targeted, looking at how Arsenal are trying to vary their attack and why four of the five signings so far have come from the Bundesliga. Then there is individual anal
Episode 884 - It's all over for England
In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Allen to chat about Wednesday evening's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. Despite taking the lead, Thomas Tuchel's side retreated into a defensive shape and ultimately paid the price as Lionel Messi provided two assists. We chat about the England's manager's decisions, a highly fatigued Declan Rice, the lack of Bukayo Saka involvement at any s
Arsecast Extra Episode 703 - 12.07.2026
In this episode we chat about the Arsenal lads at the World Cup, as England beat Norway after extra-time to set up a semi-final against Argentina. We discuss a sick Declan Rice, an ineffective Noni Madueke, as well as Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka off the bench, not to mention Martin Odegaard. There's focus on the game, the 'cable-gate' incident, Norway's disallowed goal and the impact of Jude Bell
Episode 883 - Central midfielders are expensive
In this episode I'm joined by Kaya Kaynak to talk about Arsenal's pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes who has told Newcastle he wants to leave to join the champions. It has all the hallmarks of a protracted saga, so we examine it from all sides, and try and work out what this deal might cost in the context of other central midfield transfers this summer and in recent seasons. There's also discussion o
Arsecast Extra Episode 702 - 06.07.2026
In this episode we chat about World Cup goings on, starting with England's impressive 3-2 win over Mexico at the Azteca, and Norway's win over Brazil – both games had Arsenal players involved and we chat about Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard. Then there's a discussion about FIFA's decision, which appears to have come after political interference, to allow former Gunner Folarin Balogun
Episode 882 - Statement signing
In this episode I'm joined by Art de Roche to talk about Arsenal at the World Cup, and the ongoing concerns around Declan Rice who looked physically shattered throughout England's 2-1 win over DR Congo. We then chat about how the price of the average midfielder has risen so highly with some high profile, high price deals going through this week, and how that might influence what the club need to d
Arsecast Extra Episode 701 - 29.06.2026
In this episode there's some more background to Arsenal's reported interest in Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, as well as a conversation about the player versus the person. He would certainly add quality to the midfield but our chequered past with him as an opponent gives us, as fans, something to think about if a deal does go through. We also chat about Granit Xhaka being linked with Chelse
Episode 881 - Swap shop
In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to chat about Arsenal's Brazilians in World Cup action, England's draw with Ghana that featured four of our players, but which raised more questions about Declan Rice's fitness and how we cope with that ahead of next season. We also talk about what Mikel Arteta might have learned from last season, backroom changes – especially in the medical department, t
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 169: June Mailbag
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie take listener questions from BlueSky on Arsenal’s rebuild and how it is going, the impact for all women’s football of a rapidly inflating market for salaries and transfer fees, why Arsenal and Manchester City doesn’t seem to be a proper rivalry yet, why paths for academy players are shrinking in the WSL, how recruitment and infrastructur
Arsecast Extra Episode 700 - 22.06.2026
In this episode we discuss the Premier League fixture list which was released late last week, as that's about the only Arsenal related news there is at the moment. Then attention turns to the World Cup and some of more interesting results, not least small nations like Curacao and Cape Verde producing excellent results against more storied opposition. We also talk about how the ad-breaks are being
Episode 880 - Fried Rice ...
In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to chat about the World Cup and some of the main stories from the last few days. We discuss Cape Verde earning a battling point against Spain, how France's attack sparked into second half action against Senegal, the impact of the big name players in this tournament so far, goals from distance, the Arsenal involvement – particularly for England – with som
Arsecast Extra Episode 699 - 15.06.2026
In this episode we chat about a milestone birthday for James, talking on planes, and first impressions of the World Cup – in particular the fact the games are being broken into four quarters by unnecessary 'hydration breaks' which are being used to introduce more advertising slots. Beyond the commercial elements, they also have a material impact on the games, and it's not positive. We then round u
Episode 879 - Farcical FIFA
In this episode I'm joined by Philippe Auclair to chat about some more end of season Arsenal stuff, reaction to the Champions League final in terms of how both teams are perceived in football style terms but without sufficient context, before we discuss the upcoming World Cup which starts today. There's focus on Gianni Infantino and the way he has made FIFA his own personal fiefdom, building power
Arsecast Extra Episode 698 - 08.06.2026
\In this episode we chat about James' ongoing adventures in Chicago, where he's doing a lot of stuff on his own but often surrounded by lots of people. We chat about Kai Havertz scoring for Germany, and other Arsenal related World Cup stuff, transfer stories involving two young players, as well as discussing stories linking Riccardo Calafiori to Real Madrid. In part 2 we answer listener questions
Episode 878 - Keep the good times going
In this episode I'm joined by Laura Kirk-Francis and Andrew Allen to continue the enjoyment of Arsenal winning the league, the celebrations that engendered all around the world and at the parade last Sunday. We chat about the need to keep celebrating after so many people told us we shouldn't, Mikel Arteta and how this title win might impact him (if at all), what it means for the players to see the
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 168: Have you ever had it blue?
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie talk about Katie McCabe's controversial move to Chelsea, the reaction to it and how it impacts her Arsenal legacy with the supporters. There is also discussion of Victoria Pelova's likely move to Spurs, Laila Harbert's move to San Diego Wave and Arsenal's interest in Lisa Baum. In the second half, Tim and Jamie take listener questions on
Arsecast Extra Episode 697 - 02.06.2026
In this episode we convene a few days after Arsenal lost the Champions League final to PSG in Budapest. So much has happened since then, that's it's hard to really keep track, but we go chronologically through the trips to Hungary, the atmosphere in the city among other Arsenal fans, and lots more before we get to the game itself. Kai Havertz's early goal had a big impact on the game, not simply b
Champions League final preview podcast: Arsenal v PSG
Please note: This is our Patreon preview podcast, made free to everyone because of how big this game is! If you want to support us, patreon.com/arseblogIn this very special Preview Podcast, I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to look ahead to our Champions League final against PSG in Budapest.We chat about the mood surrounding the club since becoming champions, and how that might filter into Saturday's ga
Arsecast Extra Episode 696 - 25.05.2026
In this episode we chat after the final day of the Premier League season and the trophy presentation to the champions at Selhurst Park. We talk a lot about the occasion, and a little about the actual game which saw us finish the campaign with a 2-1 win. Then it's the celebrations and presentations, the moments, reflections on the team and how they drove to the title, Mikel Arteta and the job he's
Episode 877 - Ian Wright on the Champions
In this bonus episode I chat with Arsenal legend Ian Wright about Arsenal winning the title at long last, his celebrations outside the stadium on Tuesday night, how the team showed strength of character after three second placed finishes, the Champions League final and what that would mean for how this squad is remembered, Eberechi Eze's first season in red and white after his summer move, a
Arsecast Extra Episode 695 - 20.05.2026 🏆
In this episode we're talking the morning after Arsenal were confirmed as Premier League champions for 2025-26. We chat about our experiences of Tuesday evening, how it played out on the pitch and off it, the subsequent celebrations, and try to put into words what it means to win the league again after 22 years. There's discussion of the journey the club and fans have been on together, Mikel Artet
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Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 167: An Irish Goodbye
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie talk over the 3-1 win over Liverpool at Anfield to close out the WSL season and confirm 2nd place. Tim and Jamie talk about Alessia Russo and Mariona's seasons but the main focus is on the goodbyes to departing players. The panel discuss the departure of Katie McCabe and the handling of it and then there is a four minute exclusive interv
Episode 876 - London calling
In this episode, recorded in my London hotel room, I chat with Tom Canton after the high drama of Sunday against West Ham has died down a little bit, but the drama of the season and how it's being experienced continues unabated. We chat about that, the big injury to Ben White that has ended his season, and the likelihood of Jurrien Timber returning in time for the Champions League final. We also a
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 166: Thriller at the Villa
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie look back at Saturday's 3-0 away win at Aston Villa. Tim and Jamie begin the podcast with the news of the departures of Codina and Pelova and they consider the legacy of Beth Mead. Then there is talk about the win at Villa, including the performance of Smilla Holmberg on the right, Russo going to another level this season and Renee Slege
Arsecast Extra Episode 694 - 11.05.2026
In this episode we look back at Sunday's dramatic 1-0 win away at West Ham. We chat about the bright start Arsenal made with numerous chances in the opening 20 minutes before momentum was halted by Ben White's injury and Mikel Arteta's decision to use Declan Rice at right-back – a decision which was hard to understand. We also discuss second half subs as he endeavoured to change things around, and
Episode 875 - Communion
In this episode I'm joined by first by Sam Dean to discuss the ins and outs of Arsenal's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid last night, a result which sends us through to the Champions League final. We chat about the team selection and Mikel Arteta keeping faith with the team that beat Fulham, Atletico's tactical approach in the first half, Bukayo Saka's goal which ultimately won the tie, the way
Arsecast Extra Episode 693 - 04.05.2026
In this episode we look back at Saturday's very enjoyable 3-0 win over Fulham. It's one which certainly connected with the fans in the stadium, and we start by chatting about the reaction to the half-time whistle, before discussing an excellent first half with three goals, the impactful return of Bukayo Saka who got a goal and an assist, two goals and an excellent performance from Viktor Gyokeres,
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 165: There will be no Oslo this year, I'll tell the children
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie rake over the coals of Arsenal's Champions League semi-final exit to Lyon on Saturday. They talk about not being able to live with Lyon's intensity in the first half, the VAR penalty decision, Arsenal's second half improvement, the substitutions and whether they expose depth issues with the squad at this level and there is some chat abou
Episode 874 - Fair but frustrated
In this episode I'm joined by Kaya Kaynak to chat about the 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday evening. It may not have been a high scoring 'thriller' but it was still a compelling game, with interesting tactical aspects to consider from both managers. We discuss the ebb and flow the game itself, the two penalties that were awarded and scored, and the one that was g
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 164: Advantage Arsenal against Lyon
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie run the rule over Arsenal’s 2-1 Champions League semi-final first leg over Lyon in North London. There is discussion of the line-ups, the performances of Emily Fox, Caitlin Foord, Katie McCabe and Lotte Wubben-Moy, as well as reflections on Arsenal’s increasing maturity and experience at dealing with situations in this competition. Tim a
Arsecast Extra Episode 692 - 27.04.2026
In this episode we look back at Saturday's 1-0 win over Newcastle which sent us back to the top of the table. We chat about the goal we scored and the grumbling about short corners beforehand to try and understand why that was happening, but taking the lead didn't give us the kind of control we all crave right now. There's analysis of how Arsenal performed and the perception of the performance via
Episode 873 - It's still good
In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn to shoot the Arsenal breeze after what has been a difficult week, and one in which we find ourselves off top spot after Man City's win on Wednesday evening. We chat about how the Gunners need to approach the final five games, the psychology of what we need to do, the connection between our attack not firing as well as we'd like and the defence becoming less
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 163: Arseblog Exclusive with Lotte Wubben-Moy
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim is joined by Gunners defender Lotte Wubben-Moy for an exclusive interview. Tim talks to Lotte about her mental and physical preparation for games, extra help she has enlisted to develop her game, how she has coped with setbacks in her career and how her spell in the US aided her development. Tim and Lotte also chat about Lotte’s role in the leader
Arsecast Extra Episode 691 - 20.04.2026
In this episode we look back at Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Man City at the Etihad. There was some encouragement from the performance, although the result means the two sides will have to go neck and neck towards the finish line in this title race. We chat about the team Mikel Arteta selected, one which showed some real intent, the two quickfire goals in the first half, Arsenal's missing the chances to
Episode 872 - Arsenal give us a semi
In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman to look back on Wednesday's 0-0 draw at home to Sporting, a result which sees us qualify for the semi-finals of the Champions League for the second year in a row. We chat about some of things Arsenal did and didn't do in the wake of Saturday's defeat to Bournemouth, with focus first on a forward line that has some fundamental limitations that hamper our a
Arsecast Extra Episode 690 - 13.04.2026
In this episode we look back at Saturday disappointing and disheartening defeat to Bournemouth. We chat about the team selection with some key players missing but with some ineffective combinations in key areas. There's analysis of the goals we conceded, the one we scored, and some decent chances we had to at least grab a point late on. Beyond that, we discuss the way the team is playing now, the
Episode 871 - 1-0 to the Arsenal
In this episode I'm joined first by Andrew Allen in my Lisbon hotel room to chat about Arsenal's 1-0 win over Sporting on Tuesday evening. We discuss the team line-up, a first half that wasn't exactly replete with chances but which saw the Gunners rediscover some of their identity after a shaky start and a big moment from David Raya. There were second half changes, more great goalkeeping, and as t
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 162: Gunners bow out of the FA Cup
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie rake over the coals of Sunday's 2-0 FA Cup defeat to Brighton where a rotated and tired looking Gunners side were outmatched by Dario Vidosic's side. Tim and Jamie discuss the level of rotation, what it suggests about squad depth, how Brighton's approach made it difficult for Arsenal, lack of depth in midfield and whether a dropoff in pe
Arsecast Extra Episode 689 - 05.04.2026
In this episode we look back at Saturday evening's 2-1 FA Cup quarter-final defeat to Southampton, a game which has scratched at some old wounds/worries about this Arsenal team. We chat about team selection, and individual errors that punctuated the performance which proved so costly on the night. We analyse the goals we conceded, how we failed to capitalise on the equaliser we scored in the secon
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 161: Still the only in the land
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie look back at Wednesday night's eventful UWCL quarter-final second leg at Stamford Bridge, where Arsenal lost 1-0 but prevailed 3-2 on aggregate. Tim and Jamie look at the decision to reinstall van Domselaar in goal and her world class performance, how Arsenal survived some Chelsea profligacy, Katie McCabe at centre-half again, managing t
Episode 870 - Gyok 'n' roll
In this episode I'm joined first by Lewis Ambrose to discuss the Arsenal players who went away during the Interlull, and how that might benefit them and us. We start with Viktor Gyokeres whose goals helped fire Sweden to the World Cup, before the focus turns to Kai Havertz and Ben White who both got well-needed minutes for Germany and England. Then we discuss some of the media spotlight on White,
Arsecast Extra Episode 688 - 30.03.2026
In this episode we take stock of what the Arsenal players have been up to, or not up to, during the Interlull. There are possible injuries, but also some withdrawals that are probably more about common sense. We discuss the players in question, and also the ones who are still involved with their countries as the likes of Viktor Gyokeres, Riccardo Calafiori and Christian Norgaard look to secure a p
Arsenal Women Arsecast Episode 160: North London remains Red
In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie run the rule over Saturday's 5-2 North London derby win at the Emirates. There is discussion around Arsenal's direct approach, the coming of age of Alessia Russo, Stina Blackstenius' development, the goalkeeper conversation and whether there is any concern over setpiece defending. There is also a look ahead to Wednesday night's Champions
Episode 869 - The Box
In this episode I'm joined by Clive Palmer to take stock of where we are after the Carabao Cup final, and how we try and process that defeat as we look ahead to what remains of the season. We discuss what it is Mikel Arteta can take from this game, how we get key individuals back to something like their best level for the run-in, how a couple of players who have been somewhat peripheral this seaso
