Stateside Gooners: An Arsenal FC Show

Matt and Eric open S1E68 by tearing into Arsenal’s Champions League exit, lamenting a 2‑1 defeat at PSG that sealed a 3‑1 aggregate loss. They dissect how a goalie standing on his head, a midfield lacking its usual rhythm, and the absence of key players like Thomas Partey undercut Arsenal’s continental ambitions.  Switching to domestic matters, the hosts stress that securing just four points from...

In this jam-packed, but shorter than normal, and delightful episode of Stateside Gooners , Eric and Matt face the harsh realities of being a Gooner and try to make sense of Arsenal’s post-Bournemouth brain fog. They kick off with a nod to Star Wars Day, keeping the geekiness high with a "May the 4th be with us all" — because, let’s be real, the Force might just be more reliable than our defense at...

In this extra-loaded, brutally honest, and occasionally hilarious episode of Stateside Gooners , Eric and Matthew stare directly into the red-and-white abyss that was the past week in Arsenal football. The men’s narrow Champions League defeat to PSG left more questions than answers — from Saliba’s shaky start to long-ball tactics better suited for a team with literally anyone taller up top . And d...

Hold onto your scarves, Gooners! This week’s episode is a full buffet of joy and chaos. Matt is still hoarse (and the boys are possibly emotionally broken) after Arsenal Women absolutely demolished Lyon 4-1 to book a Champions League Final date with Barcelona at noon on May 24th. We break down everything from McCabe’s beautiful dark shithousery, the goals from Mariona in the "Declan Corner&qu...

This episode of Stateside Gooners is an emotional rollercoaster—think Space Mountain, but with more  and less Disney magic. Eric and Matt dissect Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace, where early promise gave way to another frustrating case of "draw-itis." They break down the stats, question the lads’ fear of low blocks, and dish out metaphorical hospital balls when discussing Raya’s p...

This week on Stateside Gooners , Eric and Matt serve up an Easter Sunday special packed with tactical twists, dodgy refs, and enough sarcasm to fill the Emirates. The fellas break down Arsenal Men’s 4-0 cruise over Ipswich, where Trossard not only bagged a brace but scored one while sitting down . Rice played the 6, Zinky got a runout, and Saka remembered what a Premier League start feels like. It...

In this absolute banger of an episode, Eric and Matt are riding high (and rightfully smug) as Arsenal knocks Real Madrid out of the Champions League like they were a mid-table La Liga side in crisis. The boys break down a 5-1 aggregate win that had it all: Saka’s cheeky chip, Martinelli’s clinical curl, Kiwior's redemption arc, and a defense that said “no entry” louder than David Raya at a disco....

With Matt out and the mic all to himself, Eric runs solo like peak Thierry on a counterattack. This episode kicks off with a Matthew McConaughey impression and ends with more Real Madrid anxiety than a Spanish backline watching Declan Rice warm up. We get a dry but honest review of the Brentford draw, including a deep sigh over a missed Saka sitter, a cheeky dad joke involving horses (yes, really)...

This episode of Stateside Gooners is bursting at the seams with Gooner glee. Eric and Matt are still recovering from the sheer joy (and maybe a few emotional support beverages) after Arsenal’s emphatic 3-0 demolition of Real Madrid at the Emirates. From Declan Rice pulling two Roberto Carlos impressions out of nowhere, to MLS proving his pockets are deep enough to store entire Galacticos, it was a...

This week, Matt and Eric are picking through the wreckage of Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Everton, and let's just say, the mood isn't exactly celebratory. The penalty decision? A complete head-scratcher. Arsenal's attack? Lacking that spark. The hosts dissect Arteta's tactics, the individual performances of Trossard and Kiwior, and the overall feeling that this match was two points...

The Stateside Gooners podcast kicks off with hosts Matt and Eric drawing parallels between Arsenal's men's and women's teams, both playing second fiddle in their respective leagues and chasing title-dominating juggernauts.    Their Champions League quarter-final (men's) and semi-final (women's) showdowns against formidable opponents like Lyon and Real Madrid get a detailed prev...

In this episode of Stateside Gooners, hosts Eric and Matt deliver a packed show covering the latest in Arsenal women's and men's football, and leave 18 seconds to spare. You can find our friends at "All You Need" band here: www.instagram.com/_allyouneed_official The hosts dissect the Arsenal women's dominant performance against Crystal Palace, where they noted the team's...

What a week to be an Arsenal fan! The Stateside Gooners break down the Arsenal Women’s epic Champions League comeback against Real Madrid, an action-packed international break, and what’s next for both squads. We kick things off with a look at how Arsenal’s senior and academy players fared on international duty, including MLS and Nwaneri scoring on England debuts, Odegaard running the show for Nor...

Arsenal Women came out flying against Liverpool, pressing like their lives depended on it and proving that their FA Cup loss was just an anomaly. Kim Little and Frida Maanum bossed the midfield, Caitlin Foord was everywhere, and the Emirates played host to what could have easily been a 5-0 first half. The press suffocated Liverpool, the goals were a mix of hustle, pure artistry, and a couple oopsi...

Arsenal fans, get comfortable because this episode is packed. Eric is back from his COVID-induced absence, and Matt has plenty to say about the state of Arsenal’s men’s and women’s teams. We break down the Premier League title race, why Liverpool’s potential to collapse is giving us hope. There’s optimism in the air, but can Arsenal actually pull it off? On the women’s side, the Arsenal Women’s Ch...

This week on Stateside Gooners , Matt takes the mic solo while Eric recovers, delivering an episode packed with Arsenal analysis, rants, and a touch of wrestling appreciation. The Arsenal Women’s team had a dramatic match against Everton, with key players missing, a quadruple substitution shake-up, and a hard-fought 3-1 win that secured second place in the league. With the Champions League clash a...

Arsenal’s march toward the business end of the season is heating up, and Stateside Gooners is here to break it all down with a mix of insight, chaos, and a healthy dose of Spurs slander. Eric and Matt debate the merits (or horrors) of penalty shootouts as a decider, discuss whether Arsenal is playing too many left backs at once (hint: uh, yeah), and analyze the potential role of Zinchenko in midfi...

In this episode of Stateside Gooners , Eric and Matt break down Arsenal’s frustrating draw with Manchester United, a match where Arsenal dominated possession but forgot that goals actually matter. They discuss David Raya’s heroics, Declan Rice’s all-action performance, and why the Gunners can’t seem to finish games they control. The conversation shifts to Arsenal’s new sporting director, Andrea Be...

Arsenal fans, rejoice! This episode of Stateside Gooners  is all about Arsenal’s stunning 7-1 demolition of PSV in the Champions League knockout round. Eric and Matt break down the goals, the tactical shifts, and the absolute joy of watching Arsenal rediscover their ruthless streak. They discuss how Arsenal’s attacking fluidity returned, with Rice, Ødegaard, and Saka leading the charge, and how th...

No Arsenal midweek game? No problem—there’s still plenty to discuss! Eric and Matt start by appreciating the mental break before discussing Arsenal’s frustrating 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest. The guys break down why the attack struggled, how the set-piece routine feels broken, and why a certain defender’s haircut looks suspiciously like a mushroom. With Martin Ødegaard feeling the weight of...

On this Stateside Gooners , Eric and Matt break down Arsenal’s upcoming matches, injury woes, and the eternal struggle against low-block defenses. They kick off with an unexpected celebration—shoutout to part-time listener Cletus for getting hitched—and a string of questionable dad jokes before tackling the real concerns: Arsenal’s depleted attack and how they’ll cope against Nottingham Forest mid...

Arsenal fans, grab a drink and settle in—this one’s a rollercoaster. The Gunners had a golden opportunity to close the gap in the title race, but instead, we got another frustrating match filled with bad luck, questionable refereeing, and a toothless attack. Eric and Matt break down how Arsenal managed to dominate possession without posing any real threat, why Riccy and Nwaneri struggled, and wond...

It’s another action-packed episode of Stateside Gooners , where Eric and Matt preview Arsenal’s upcoming clash with West Ham, break down the wild Champions League draw, and uncover some shocking stats that make zero sense. Is Arsenal’s shot conversion rate really the third-best in club history? Do West Ham fans already regret hiring Graham Potter? And is Craig Pawson about to ruin yet another Arse...

On this special episode of Stateside Gooners , Matt and Eric take on one of the biggest debates in sports: the American sports model vs the European football model. From franchise stability to relegation drama, they break down what makes each system work, what holds them back, and which one creates the most entertaining product. The conversation takes a fun turn with a look at wild franchise moves...

This week on Stateside Gooners , Matt and Eric break down a weekend full of Arsenal drama, victories, and PGMOL controversy… again. Sigh.  Arsenal’s men secured a hard-fought win, without a known striker. MotM Nwaneri and substitute Mikel ‘Wooly’ Merino doing the hard work. The guys discuss the absurdity of the £65,000 fine for the Miles Lewis-Skelly red card ‘aftermath,’ compare it to past injust...