After Shaky Start, Arsenal Humiliate Villa
Happy New Year! On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Clive and Tim discuss Arsenal’s dismantling of Aston Villa including the rough first half, the dominant second half, the individual performances and some of the funnier things that happened. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music06:07 Joy and release: big win, big xG, and “revenge narrative” payoff15:14 First-half problems: press bypassed, Rice out, and why Villa ran through us26:19 Pressing in the Premier League: evolving trends and Arsenal’s risk-reward30:13 Sloppy giveaways at the back and the Watkins chance from the turnover32:40 Gyokeres under the microscope: headers, hold-up play, and “tool in the toolbox”38:34 The Leo Trossard game: stepping up when Saka is quiet44:17 Big Gabby’s return: set-piece terror and the defensive aura52:43 Martin Odegaard is back: power, risks, and the Zubimendi goal sequence01:03:22 Norgaard on, Zubimendi higher: new midfield strings and rotation options01:10:15 Gabriel Jesus moment: beautiful goal, story arc, and striker dynamics01:15:05 Late weirdness: clean sheet lost, xG swings, and sub cameos01:21:31 The league is chaotic: Chelsea fade, table compression, and “easy fixtures” don’t exist01:28:17 Bournemouth away setup: their home defensive record and what it means for Arsenal’s approachCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet NordVPN Discount and 4 Extra Months at https://nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
31 Dec 1h 32min
Another Close Win Raises More Goal Scoring Questions, Plus a Villa Preview
On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Clive and Paul discuss Arsenal’s close win over Brighton through the lens of certain individual performances and questions about goal scoring. Then there’s a Villa preview. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:29 Dominant destruction of Brighton and overall performance reaction17:51 Attacking dominance, xG context, and finishing variance20:52 Lineup disruption, injuries, and Declan Rice at right back46:17 Martin Odegaard’s influence and midfield balance56:48 Victor Gyokeres performance and striker debate01:14:58 Bukayo Saka brilliance and demand for end product01:25:35 Aston Villa preview, revenge narrative, and title implicationsCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet NordVPN Discount and 4 Extra Months at https://nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
29 Dec 1h 37min
Attack Looks Good, Despite Goal Drought, in League Cup Progression
On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Clive and Tim discuss Arsenal’s progression to the Semifinal of the League Cup including thoughts on the lineup, the attack, individual performances, penalties, the semifinal and more. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:53 Ethan not picked to start or come on16:17 First-half dominance and attacking dynamics (xG, shots, box touches)25:06 Gabriel Jesus up front: role, chances, and what it means going forward29:04 Martinelli vs Clyne: confidence, 1v1s, and right-footed crosses37:55 Midfield dynamic: Norgaard trusted in midfield, and what Eze/Merino are asked to do52:32 Calafiori & Saliba on the ball: CB pairing, hierarchy, and what it unlocks58:05 Right-back depth worries with Ben White out01:02:47 Late stoppage-time goals conceded: is there a pattern?01:07:20 Penalty shootout: best penalties, routines, and keeper guessing01:13:20 League Cup semi-final vs Chelsea: how serious, how much rotation, and why it matters now01:21:52 Odegaard + Eze together: how it might work and what pieces need to fit around themCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet NordVPN Discount and 4 Extra Months at https://nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
24 Dec 1h 23min
Important Win, But Performance Divides Opinion
On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Clive and Tim discuss the win at Everton through the lens of contrasting reactions, attacking questions, individual performances and more. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music09:49 Into the Game: Everton Away and Initial Takeaways10:21 Modern Football Grounds and the New Everton Stadium13:01 Why This Match Divided Opinion16:27 Restoring the Defensive Foundation vs Attacking Output19:32 Is This Arteta’s Current First XI?29:27 Penalty Decisions and Key Refereeing Moments38:53 Evaluating Gyökeres’ Performance and Role56:00 Second-Half Sloppiness and Losing Control59:19 Declan Rice’s Leadership and All-Action Performance01:05:53 Midfield Dynamics: Rice, Zubimendi, and the Number 10 Question01:34:18 Bukayo Saka’s Form and Attacking Threat01:41:21 Big Picture Reflections and What Comes NextCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet your NordVPN discount at nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
22 Dec 1h 44min
Mailbag - Pep leaving, Everton, First XIs, League Cup, Odegaard and More
On this bizarre edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Phil and Paul on a wide range of topics including Pep leaving, Everton game, “first XIs,” the League Cup, Odegaard, Eze and more as listed below. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:33 Pep Guardiola Leaving: What It Means for City This Season08:15 Could Pep’s Exit Create Instability or a “Last Hurrah” Effect?13:54 What to Look for at Everton Beyond the Result27:38 Are Arsenal Fans Overreacting to Recent Performances?34:41 League Cup Priorities vs Premier League and Champions League58:26 Reassessing Victor Gyökeres: Patience, Fit, and Expectations01:09:40 Which Is More Likely: Kai’s Return, Gyökeres Clicking, or Jesus Staying Fit?01:17:23 Trial Balloon: Is Eberechi Eze Arsenal’s Best Striker?01:23:31 Do We Sacrifice Too Much to Fit Martin Ødegaard?01:35:46 Final Thoughts: Title Chances and Season OutlookCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet your NordVPN discount at nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
18 Dec 1h 37min
Last Minute Joy But Massive Warning Signs
On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Phil, Clive and Tim discuss every angle of the win over Wolves, including the individual performances, and whether there’s cause for alarm. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music03:34 Lineup Changes and Initial Reactions04:45 Ben White vs Lewis-Skelly Selection Debate07:57 Wolves Context, Expectations, and Early Complacency11:05 Tactical Balance, Structure, and First-Half Issues15:41 Ben White Injury and Its Impact on Shape17:57 Assessing Gyokeres’ Performance and Fit32:45 Triple Substitution and Second-Half Tactical Shift37:35 Bukayo Saka’s Influence and Right-Sided Reliance45:25 Collapse in Control and Conceding Late Pressure57:09 Late Winner, Relief, and Emotional Fallout01:05:07 Bigger Picture: Form, Rotation, and Squad Stability01:09:20 Structural Preferences and Tactical Identity Going ForwardCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet your NordVPN discount at nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
15 Dec 1h 16min
Great Goals and a Jesus Appearance in Christmassy Bruges
On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Clive and Paul discuss every angle of the win over Brugge, including some great goals, Jesus’ return, other individual performances and thoughts on Wolves at the weekend. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music05:58 Initial reactions to Bruges 3-0 win08:15 Injuries, lineup choices and Nonny's role17:53 Gabriel Martinelli's goal and renewed shooting threat21:55 Assessing the Spanish midfield of Odegaard, Zubimendi and Merino30:47 Game control after the opener and left-side issues35:57 Norgaard at right centre-back and his squad role40:53 Zubimendi as Arteta on the pitch controlling from deep44:24 Evaluating Viktor Gyökeres' form and fit up front49:55 Gabriel Jesus' return and centre-forward qualities58:39 Ethan's lively cameo and route to minutes01:01:59 Marli Salmon's debut and the academy pathway01:05:45 Arsenal's Champions League standing and appeal to top players01:15:43 Wolves preview and looking ahead to Villa and EvertonCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet your NordVPN discount at nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
11 Dec 1h 17min
Unrecognizable Arsenal Suffers Painful Defeat
On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive and Paul to discuss every angle of the loss at Villa including the tactical problems, big moments, individual performances and where it leaves the title race. There’s also a bit on the week ahead. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:05 Processing the Pain of the Villa Defeat05:50 Structural Issues vs. Individual Errors07:48 How Saliba & Gabriel’s Absence Shaped the Chaos10:07 Diagnosing Out-of-Possession Problems13:48 Misreading Villa’s Threats & Structural Imbalance17:39 Merino, Odegaard, and the Unbalanced Left Side20:18 Why the Center-Forward Role Misfired in This Match23:07 Marino vs. Gyokeres and Fit Concerns26:05 Odegaard’s Influence and Impact on Team Structure29:27 Event Analysis vs. Structural Analysis31:57 Eze’s First-Half Issues and the Halftime Hook35:22 Arsenal Playing the Game Villa Wanted38:46 Reintroducing Injured Players & Maintaining Balance41:48 The Chaos After Arsenal Scored44:51 Why This Performance Was “Un-Arsenal”48:30 Saka’s Angry, High-Responsibility Performance52:40 Evaluating Victor Gyokeres’ Return Performance57:14 Late-Game Control, Substitutions, and Fatigue01:00:36 Title Race Outlook & Premier League Parity01:04:07 Integrating the Squad and Establishing a Best XI01:08:26 Managing the Coming Week and Avoiding Over-RotationCheck out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.comSignup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code RICE50)You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/giftGet your NordVPN discount at nordvpn.com/arsenalvisionInterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
8 Dec 1h 40min
