Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast

In this episode I'm joined by James Benge of CBS Sports to talk about pre-season and how it can be a fun time, especially for fans local to the tour locations. We then chat about Eddie Nketiah stepping up to be the number 2 striker, the imminent arrival of Oleksandr Zinchenko and how his versatility is a theme of recent transfers, how the five subs rule might produce tactical changes, thoughts on...

In this transatlantic episode I chat to James about his exploits on the US tour, including the disturbing hotel dramas he's had, before he gives me the low down on what I missed during my week off. Arsenal beat Everton, there's chat about Gabriel Jesus, the size of the squad we brought and the lack of youngsters, what seems to be the imminent arrival of Oleksandr Zinchenko along with questions abo...

On this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim talks to Emirates Stadium Venue Director Tom McCann about the decision to play a minimum of six AWFC matches at Emirates Stadium next season. Tom gives us an insight into the marketing strategy, the planning required and why Arsenal have decided to play more AWFC games at Emirates Stadium. Then in part 2, Tim talks to author and journalist Carrie...

In this episode James is back from holidays as I get ready to go on mine, and we talk about the friendly win over FC Nurnberg on Friday. Gabriel Jesus gave us a little taste of what's to come from him in a red and white shirt, while there's also discussion of Eddie Nketiah and expectations from him in the season ahead. We also chat about Bernd Leno's imminent departure, and Jack Wilshere's retirem...

In this episode I'm joined by Rob Kelly, former Digital Content Manager for the official Arsenal website. We chat about the job he did for well over a decade, from starting with the youth teams to interviewing Arsene Wenger every week. We also discuss the changing face of digital content, social media, trying to give fans behind the scenes access without giving too much away, tight deadlines, anno...

In this episode Tim Stillman is in for James who is on his holidays and thus misses the big out of the blue signing of Gabriel Jesus from Man City. We talk about the player, the deal, what he'll bring to the team next season, and the fact he's made it clear he's coming in as the number 9 and what we can expect in that regard. There's plenty of ancillary Jesus discussion too, as well as a look at t...

In this episode I'm joined by Lewis Ambrose to talk about the signing of Gabriel Jesus even though it hasn't been made official yet. In terms of stature it's up there with the Sanchez/Ozil deals, and we chat about his role, and how significant a deal it is. There's also some discussion of the midweek Raphinha goings-on, Lisandro Martinez and why we might be after him, the upcoming Amazon documenta...

In this episode there's a lot of focus on what appears to be the imminent arrival of Gabriel Jesus. James and I discuss the signing, what the player could bring to the team, what a signing like this says about how we're continuing to develop the team, as well as the financial aspects of the deal. We also chat about the interest in Raphinha as more talks with Leeds are planned, and whether or not h...

In this episode I'm joined by Charles Watts from Goal to discuss the latest transfer stories regarding Arsenal, including the arrival of Fabio Vieira and how the club managed to keep the story so quiet despite working on it for a long time. We also chat about links to Leeds winger Raphina, as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his attack this summer, as well as Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez. Then we...

In this episode, Tim talks to BBC Commentator and BT Sport, Amazon Prime and BBC co-commentator Lucy Ward about how they got into the profession, the skills they have needed, acquired and developed and the differences between working on a WSL game and a Premier League game- particularly when it comes to research. In part two, Tim chats to the Guardian's Suzy Wrack about her new book, A Woman's Gam...

In this episode James and I chat about Eddie Nketiah's contract extension, a show of faith in him, as well as the salary, how he still has lots to prove (that's not a bad thing), and wearing number 14. We also tie in the contract renewal of Bukayo Saka as they share the same agent. Then there's transfer talk with the imminent arrival of Fabio Vieira, links to Lisandro Martinez, and James explains...

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...

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 cont...

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...

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, Acad...

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...

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...

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 p...

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...

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 ( @clivepa...

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 th...

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 hold...

  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 ou...

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 th...

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...