Episode 448 - Dara Ó Briain

In this episode I'm joined by Tom Canton of Football London to discuss Arsenal's 1-0 defeat to PSG in the Champions League semi-final first leg last night. We discuss the way the visitors dominated the opening stages – were they very good or were the Gunners bad? We analyse the goal we conceded, and some of their other chances, before we look at the opportunities Mikel Arteta's side had to score through Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard. We also had a goal disallowed, but were probably fortunate in the end that PSG didn't score again. There's also some chat about the fans/atmosphere, and how the tie is poised going into the second leg in Paris next week.Find Tom on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoonerTalkTVIn April we'll be donating 100% of our Patreon revenue to four great charities, including the Arsenal Foundation, as well as supporting our friends at ArsenalVision Podcast as they launch their annual fundraiser - https://justgiving.com/page/avp2025Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Apr 1h 5min

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie look back over Arsenal’s 4-1 triumph in Lyon that sends them to the Champions League Final against Barcelona in Lisbon on May 24. They discuss the tactical differences between the first and second legs, how the early goal changed the tie and allowed Arsenal to control the game. There are in-depth looks at the performances of Kim Little, Mariona and Frida Maanum as well as consideration of how Lyon’s changes helped Arsenal. Then in part two there are listener questions from Bluesky on the final, why Arsenal have mounted so many UWCL comebacks and how being in the final aids summer recruitment.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Apr 1h 12min

In this episode we begin with Arsenal reaching the Champions League final after beating Lyon 4-1 on Sunday. We chat about how it could be the first of two finals for the club, as the men prepare to take on PSG in the first leg of their semi-final. Is there something in the stars for Arsenal in European competition this season? We reflect on aspects of our Premier League season after the title was decided yesterday, as well as answering questions about Mikel Merino and his availability for tomorrow, the big summer striker search, set-pieces and how important they might be against PSG, potential opposition in the final if we make it, and lots more.In April we'll be donating 100% of our Patreon revenue to four great charities, including the Arsenal Foundation, as well as supporting our friends at ArsenalVision Podcast as they launch their annual fundraiser - https://justgiving.com/page/avp2025Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 Apr 1h 30min

In this episode I'm joined by Charles Watts to discuss Arsenal's 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace last night. It's a strange game to analyse because it was clear minds weren't 100% focused on the job at hand with PSG upcoming, so we delve into the key moments of the game, team selection, the goals we scored, the goals we conceded, some individual performances, the 13th draw of the season and lots more.To find Charles' new podcast links go to:Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/inside-arsenal-with-charles-watts/id1809140671Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/62yOkixgu1OVskaiuIqDXvAcast - https://shows.acast.com/inside-arsenal-with-charles-wattsThen I'm joined by Asad Khan, a volunteer at Islington Foodbank to talk about the great work they do in the local community – and they are one of the charities we are supporting in our April donation drive. For more, see: https://islington.foodbank.org.uk/In April we'll be donating 100% of our Patreon revenue to four great charities, including the Arsenal Foundation, as well as supporting our friends at ArsenalVision Podcast as they launch their annual fundraiser - https://justgiving.com/page/avp2025Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Apr 59min

In this episode of the Arsenal Women Arsecast, Tim and Jamie pick over the 2-1 first leg UWCL semi-final defeat at home to Lyon, Tim and Jamie discuss the line ups, the slow start followed by the response, the missed chances and how Lyon’s quality told in the key moments, then there is some discussion about how Arsenal can overturn the deficit in France. In the second half, Tim and Jamie take listener questions from Bluesky about the substitutions, the midfield, the scheduling of the game and tweaks and changes for the second leg.Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Apr 1h 10min

In this episode we look back at Sunday's 4-0 win over Ipswich Town. We chat about the team selection, Arsenal's dominance of the game when it was 11 v 11, the two first half goals, the red card challenge on Bukayo Saka and his response to it, a controlled second half with two more goals, and how this game was just what we needed after Real Madrid and ahead of Crystal Palace on Wednesday. Then we answer listener questions about Mikel Merino, the future of Jakub Kiwor, Riccardo Calafiori, a lot on Declan Rice including a bit about the captaincy, our ability to cope with injuries, and loads more including some Easter egg fun.In April we'll be donating 100% of our Patreon revenue to four great charities, including the Arsenal Foundation, as well as supporting our friends at ArsenalVision Podcast as they launch their annual fundraiser - https://justgiving.com/page/avp2025Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Apr 1h 36min

In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Hunn of the Stadio Podcast to discuss Arsenal's 2-1 win over Real Madrid, and qualification for the semi-finals of the Champions League. We chat about the key moments of the game, the penalty miss and the penalty incident at the other end, Madrid's attacking approach to the game and how it was informed by our defensive quality and organisation, the goals we scored, what these two games say about this team, our Champions League chances, some individuals like Declan Rice, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Jakub Kiwior and lots more.Then I chat to Elliot Smith from the ArsenalVision Podcast about the fundraiser for the Arsenal Foundation, and how your donations will help continue the incredible work they do on every level.In April we'll be donating 100% of our Patreon revenue to four great charities, including the Arsenal Foundation, as well as supporting our friends at ArsenalVision Podcast as they launch their annual fundraiser - https://justgiving.com/page/avp2025Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 Apr 1h 30min

In this episode we look back at Saturday's 1-1 draw with Brentford, Arsenal's 12th of the season. We chat about the context of the game between the two Real Madrid ties, team selection decisions, whether Brentford should have had a man sent off as well as Gabriel Martinelli's comments about that challenge afterwards, the goal we scored and the one we conceded, and finishing the game with 10 men. Then we answer listener questions about Gary Neville's punditry, how to approach the second leg in Madrid, what to do in midfield if both Jorginho and Thomas Partey are unavailable, Josh's basketball distractions this summer, and loads more.In April we'll be donating 100% of our Patreon revenue to four great charities, including the Arsenal Foundation, as well as supporting our friends at ArsenalVision Podcast as they launch their annual fundraiser - https://justgiving.com/page/avp2025Get extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14 Apr 1h 27min