Up Gunners! An Arsenal Podcast by Tony Doe

Is Katie McCabe’s move to Chelsea a betrayal of her 11-year Arsenal legacy, or a rational career move? We dive into the contract negotiations that led a club legend to a direct rival and listen to McCabe’s perspective on her future at Chelsea. Beyond the transfer drama, the 2026 World Cup kicks off in the US, Canada, and Mexico with North London fingerprints everywhere. We preview the "Global Gunn...

that saw Arsenal FC reclaim the Premier League title and redefine its cultural soul. Moving beyond the "spreadsheets" of a 22-year title wait, this episode explores the deep "infrastructure" of belonging that turned the streets of North London into a shared organism. Tony analyses the "paradox" of the modern club: a high-performance global business that remains anchored by "premodern emotional rit...

In this episode, we celebrate the Gunners’ historic Premier League title win and the "steadfast weight" of a journey defined by patience, resilience, and loyalty through the voices of Emeka aka Igwe, based in Canada and The Vocal Expressionist from Lagos, Nigeria. Looking ahead, we provide a preview of the Champions League final against PSG in Budapest. We ramble about why this "bigger and sharper...

After 22 long years of waiting, the drought is officially over. Arsenal are the champions of England once again, and in this special "Fan Takeover" episode of Up Gunners , the mic is handed over to the people who feel it most. From memories of childhood rivalries with Manchester United fans to the "surreal" feeling of seeing the trophy return to North London, this episode captures the rawest emoti...

Arsenal Premier League Champions : the title fans have waited over two decades to hear is finally a reality. In this special episode, host Tony Doe brings together a passionate community of supporters to celebrate Arsenal’s historic 2025-2026 title win, marking the end of a 22-year drought. From the streets of Lagos and Ibadan to the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, the "Gooner" family shares their raw...

Arsenal grind out a vital 3 points against a physical West Ham side in a messy, emotional battle. Mikel Arteta’s team shows growing mental steel, bending but not breaking, as they learn to win the ugly games that define champions. David Raya’s controversial stoppage-time moment sparks meltdown, but former refs and even Roy Keane agree VAR got it right. Plus: Odegaard’s impact, Rice’s leadership, a...

Arsenal are heading back to the UEFA Champions League final for the first time since 2006, and emotions are running high across the fanbase. Tony Doe breaks down what this moment means for Mikel Arteta’s project, Arsenal’s European legacy, and the belief growing around this team with passionate reactions from Gunners ( Olayinka , Kachi , TheBelovedVocals and even ‘Hate-watcher’, Chief Suo ) and a...

The table says it’s level. The numbers say it’s not over. But the feeling? That’s where it gets complicated. Opta still backs Arsenal, but the margin is shrinking fast. Manchester City are here, breathing down the neck, turning projections into pressure. And suddenly, this isn’t just about football anymore. It’s about belief. Who still has it? Who’s faking it? And who’s already writing the ending...

Are Arsenal FC actually “boring”… or just better? In this episode of Up Gunners , Tony Doe breaks down the growing narrative around Arsenal’s control-first style after their clash with Sporting CP and why some fans and critics still don’t get it. From “entertaining but naive” to “disciplined but dull,” Arsenal’s evolution has sparked a familiar debate. But in modern football, especially in Europe,...

After Arsenal’s frustrating 1-2 home defeat to Bournemouth, the noise went into overdrive, hot takes, hate-watchers, and the usual “same old Arsenal” narrative. In this full episode, we cut through all of it with a no-nonsense philosophical breakdown: why one loss isn’t a collapse, how the loudest voices after the whistle rarely matter, and the strange psychology of the dedicated Arsenal hate-watc...

One year ago, Declan Rice wrote himself into Champions League folklore with two stunning free-kicks against Real Madrid. We relive that magical night and hear from Rice himself about the moment that defined Arsenal's run to the semi-finals. This week, we pay tribute to Aaron Ramsey as the Welsh wizard announces his retirement at 35. From Cup-winning heroics to his unforgettable big-game moments, w...

Is Arsenal's 20-year title drought about to end? A viral video has the entire football world believing 2026 could be THE year! In this special International Women's Month episode, we celebrate Arsenal Women's extraordinary 39-year journey from amateur beginnings to becoming the most decorated club in English women's football history. What You'll Discover: The Dynasty That Changed Everything How Vi...

Join Tony Doe on Upgunners as Arsenal prepare to face Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium on March 22nd, 2026. This essential preview covers everything Nigerian Gunners need to know: where to watch live (SuperSport DSTV, Wazobia 95.1 FM), kick-off time (5:30pm Nigerian time), match rules, and what's at stake. Tony delivers passionate pre-match analysis and rallies Arsenal s...

Arsenal beat Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, where they face Sporting CP. With an EFL Cup final against Manchester City at Wembley ahead, we cover the latest on Odegaard and Timber's injury concerns, the Declan Rice contract talks, and the VAR controversy from Arsenal vs Brighton. Full analysis of Arsenal's 2025/26 season.

Dive into Arsenal's thrilling Carabao Cup semi-final win over Chelsea, women's team successes, and strategic transfers. Host Tony Doe breaks down the momentum for Arteta's Gunners in this episode of Up Gunners! Podcast. Perfect for Arsenal fans seeking match analysis, player updates, and future prospects.

Dive into Arsenal's historic 7/7 Champions League group wins, including a 3-1 victory at Inter Milan with Gabriel Jesus double. Plus, domestic form, transfer updates, and youth prospects. #Arsenal #UCL #PremierLeague #Gunners

Dive into Arsenal's massive 4-1 thrashing of Aston Villa to end 2025 on top of the Premier League! Goals from Gabriel Magalhães, Martín Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard, and Gabriel Jesus, plus his emotional 'I Belong to Jesus' t-shirt reveal after injury comeback. We review the Gunners' incredible year: 7-1 PSV demolition, Real Madrid upset in Champions League, gritty title race wins, and cup drama. I...

Tony Doe delivers the post-Villa therapy we all need after that gut-punch 2-1 loss. One bad night doesn't collapse the project. The media and AFTV want meltdown clicks, we're not giving it to them. The real issue? Sometimes it's us: the overreactions, the toxicity, the instant player-binning. A major trophy will quiet most of it, but perspective has to start now. Ødegaard isn't prime De Bruyne and...

Arsenal smash Brentford to go 5 points clear! David Raya's insane save, Mikel Merino scoring for fun up front, Ben White MOTM & Mikel Arteta's fixture congestion rant. Plus Bible Boys culture and an original Gooner anthem! COYG!

Tony Doe reacts to Arsenal's gritty 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge after Moisés Caicedo's VAR-upgraded red card swung the momentum in this fiery London derby. From the frustration of a set-piece slip-up gifting Chelsea the lead, to pride in a depleted Gunners side, patched-up backline and all, grinding out a point against 10-man Blues. Two dropped or a statement of resilience? We break down: - The ov...

Bukayo Saka takes the next step off the pitch, engaged to long-term love Tolami Benson. Saliba's celebrations are pure joy, Noni Madueke's words have gone viral, and Arsenal teams up with Paramount+ to bring global storytelling to the Emirates. 

Arsenal didn't just beat Spurs, they delivered a lesson in control, confidence, and identity. In this episode of Up Gunners with Tony Doe , we break down the North London Derby, from Trossard's spark to Eze's finishing touch, and what it reveals about both teams' trajectories. We also unpack the end of Arsenal's £80m sleeve partnership with Rwanda after eight influential years, why renewal talks c...

Arsenal's clean sheet run ends, but the fight continues. Tony Doe breaks down the Sunderland draw, Gabriel Jesus' long-awaited return, and the VAR drama from Arsenal Women vs Chelsea. Plus, a quick look at The Dispatch , Arsenal's new official podcast.  Follow @UpGunnersNG on X and Instagram

Arsenal's 2–0 win over Brighton in the Carabao Cup was a window into Mikel Arteta's cultural rebuild. Ten changes, teenage starters, and the same calm authority: proof that the Gunners are building more than a team, they're shaping a belief system. This episode explores how Arsenal, through unbridled hunger, are rebuilding their identity from within. Listener Advisory: The host goes on a passionat...

Arsenal dismantles Atletico 4-0 in a Champions League masterclass, shattering Simeone's defence with goals from Gabriel, Martinelli, and a reborn Gyokeres. Plus, a heartfelt tribute to Arsene Wenger on his 76th,  the professor who revolutionised the Gunners.