Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Jay Harris to reflect on a frustrating loss at Villa Park. In keeping with the Invincibles Advent that The Athletic are currently running, the panel also discuss whether the 03/04 side should’ve done better in Europe and how Ashely Cole should be remembered. Plus, domination at the Emirates as Arsenal thump Chelsea 4-1, taking them level on points in the WSL....

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on a thriller at Kenilworth Road, 7 goals and a 97th minute winner thanks to Declan Rice. It's now 6 wins on the bounce, and with Villa on the horizon Arsenal will be looking to keep up this momentum. At one end, Gabriel Jesus was excellent, but at the other, Raya not so much. The panel discuss what went wrong at the back, the physicali...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to discuss Arsenal's victory over Wolves, which ended up being tighter than it needed to be. It felt a lot like last season, a fast start but not clinical enough to put the game to bed. Are Arsenal ruthless enough, and do Zinchenko's attacking qualities outweigh his defensive flaws? Plus, Trossard's performance in midfield, and can Arsenal win at Luto...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal topping their Champions League group in style, putting six past Lens. It was the first time this season we saw Havertz, Odegaard, Martinelli, Jesus, and Saka start together, and all of them were on the scoresheet by half time. Could this be the match that ignites Arsenal's attack? The panel also share memories of Megs Wilson, who...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Havertz’s late winner at Brentford, sending Arsenal top of the Premier League.  The panel also discuss Ramsdale’s performance including what it could mean for his future, this season vs last season and whether we need midfield reinforcements in January. Plus, Beth Mead back on the scoresheet and looking ahead to Lens.  Produced by Jay Be...

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to preview Arsenal's trip to Brentford. Ramsdale is to return as Raya is ineligible to play, will Jesus and Ødegaard feature? The panel also talk about Everton's points deduction, while Manchester City's charges still loom. Plus, Mitch the Tortoise, Sean Senderos, and Hale End back at it again with Chido Obi-Martin and Max Downman. Produced by Jay...

Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal's 3-1 win over Vincent Kompany's Burnley at The Emirates. Trossard got the first goal and in doing so scored Arsenal's thousandth goal at The Emirates so the guys discuss some of their favourite goals from the Emirates era. Raya's save at 0-0 was key to the win and Zinchenko and Trossard's technical level allowed Arsenal to wear Burn...

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss a comfortable 2-0 Arsenal victory over Sevilla at The Emirates. The wingers stole the show with Saka and Martinelli electric and goals from Trossard and Saka all but sealing Arsenal's place in the knockouts. The defence and midfield were in complete control too, conceding only 1 shot in the 96th minute as they moved 4 points clear in Gro...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to dissect an eventful game at St James’ Park, that saw Arsenal lose their first league game of the season. Bruno Guimarães should have seen red before half time, and VAR concluded there wasn’t enough wrong with Newcastle’s goal for it to be ruled out. Mikel Arteta was furious in his post match press conference, calling the officiating embarrassing an...

Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone, to reflect on a disappointing night at the London Stadium, that saw Arsenal dumped out the Carabao Cup by West Ham. The panel also look ahead to the Arsenal's visit to Newcastle on Saturday evening. Plus, childhood inspirations, dogs behaving badly, and a game of what would Adrian say? Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on and analyse the Arsenal’s thrashing of Sheffield United at the Emirates. It was a perfect afternoon that saw Nketiah bag his first hat-trick for the club, Tomiyasu score his first goal, and plenty of rotation showcasing the current squad depth.  Plus, favourite Japanese exports, dating advice, and a look ahead to a big week with games in...

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal’s 2-1 win in Seville, taking them top of their Champions League group. Gabriel Jesus was superb, setting up Martinelli beautifully for the opener, before rifling in what turned out to be the winner. The panel wax lyrical about Declan Rice yet again and discuss whether Takehiro Tomiyasu should be first choice left back. Plus,...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal's late comeback at Stamford Bridge, where Declan Rice was brilliant yet again, dragging Arsenal back into the game through anticipation and composure. Plus, the relentless Bukayo Saka, super substitutions for the second week running, and back to back wins for Arsenal in the WSL. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

With Premier League football returning this weekend, James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to preview Arsenal’s visit to Stamford Bridge. Now the dust has settled, the panel reflect on the Manchester City game, as well as Arsenal’s injury time comeback in the WSL, which saw Beth Mead return after 11 months. Plus, we give Ben White his flowers, with rumours he's close to agreeing a new d...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to celebrate the Arsenal's victory over Manchester City for the first time since 2015. Martinelli returned to the squad and came off the bench to score the winner, which saw all four substitutes combine. Also, has anybody seen Erling Haaland? Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James McNicholas returns to the pod alongside Adrian Clarke and Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal’s disappointing result at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis vs Lens. It was a bad night all round as Bukayo Saka hobbled off after 34 minutes and self-inflicted errors cost the Gunners again. The panel also preview Sunday’s clash against Manchester City and discuss Raya vs Ramsdale, particularly what it means...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to talk about Arsenal's thrashing of Bournemouth at the Vitality. It was a perfect away day that included Havertz scoring his first goal for the club. Plus, a discussion around the latest VAR controversy, opening day disappointment for Arsenal in the WSL, and looking ahead to Lens. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone, to talk about another 1-0 away win, this time at Brentford in the Carabao Cup. It was an evening to remember for Hale End, Tomiyasu and Kiwior were superb and Ramsdale was back in between the sticks, with a point to prove. Plus, we look ahead to Bournemouth, and the return of the WSL as Arsenal face Liverpool at the Emirates on Sunday. Produced by Jay...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, to reflect on a frustrating draw in the North London derby, as Arsenal continue to concede at home and mistakes are proving costly yet again. Plus, the panel look ahead to Wednesday's Carabao Cup fixture away to Brentford, as the Gunners' injury list grows. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone, having rung out their clothes, to discuss Wednesday night's all out attack 4-0 victory over PSV. This week the spotlight falls on Gabriel Jesus, Martin Odegaard, and William Saliba for their contributions to the night's events. The panel talk about keeping the dressing room happy - especially in light of the David Raya/Aaron Ramsdale situation. And th...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to look back on Arsenal's fairly boring win over Everton on Sunday evening. Whilst the goal from Leandro Trossard provided a moment of magic for Arsenal, discussions on the game are dominated by the Raya v Rambo debate, the VAR decision to rule out Gabriel Martinelli's goal, and how much time is required to take a corner. All that plus the snooker, dar...

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to look ahead to Arsenal's trip to Everton on Sunday. Plus, Declan Rice's presence and how he can help dominate 'moments', and what went wrong for Arsenal in the Women's Champions League. Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s no doubt that Bukayo Saka is Arsenal and England’s starboy. The individual accolades have been piling up ever since his name first cropped up on the teamsheet. Listed for the FIFA Golden Boy Award in 2021, he is the back to back England Men’s Player of the Season, twice he has been awarded Arsenal Men’s Player of the Season, he's the PFA Young Player of the Year for 2022-23, and now FIFA B...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on the most dramatic of wins vs Manchester United, with Declan Rice scoring in the 96th minute.  Plus, back to basics in defence, options up top, and sticking behind Kai.  Produced by Jay Beale. For tickets to our first ever live show, head to the following link https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/handbrake-off/ Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for a bumper episode covering all the topics around Arsenal this week. Including last night’s Champions League draw, cleaning up at the PFA Awards, looking ahead to Manchester United on Sunday and will there will be any last minute deals on deadline day? Plus, kidneys, swimming lessons, and cheese sacrifices, yes you read that correctly. Produced by Ja...