The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas (Gunnerblog), Art de Roche and comedian Ian Stone bring you a twice-weekly podcast dedicated to Ars...
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 5-1 victory at Selhurst Park.
It was the second time this week the Gunners have beaten Palace, with Gabriel Jesus on fire again.
It would have been a perfect evening but for Bukayo Saka's hamstring injury that forced him off in the first half.
The panel discuss Mikel Arteta's options in Bukayo's absence, as we head into the busiest part of the season.
Plus, Newcastle to come in the Carabao Cup and a look back at the best moments of 2024.
Produced by Jay Beale.
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46:31
It might be Christmas, but Jesus is resurrected
James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to look back on a Cup win against Crystal Palace.
Gabriel Jesus owned the night scoring a hattrick to send Arsenal through to the semi finals of the Carabao Cup. After a terrible first half, Arteta brought on Martin Odegaard who ignited the match and brought it under Arsenal's control.
Plus it's been five years since Mikel Arteta took the reins at the club. We discuss how the club has changed in that time and what is needed to push on further. Clue: it's silver and sparkly.
And we hear your suggestions for some half time music. *If you're on Spotify you can vote on your favourite
Host: Ian Stone
Guests: Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas
Producer: Abi Paterson
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46:47
Further frustration, what is going wrong this season?
Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s disappointing 0-0 draw at home to Everton.
It was the second week in a row that the Gunners have dropped points in the Premier League, the panel analyse where things are going wrong this season.
Has Mikel Arteta become too risk averse in his approach? Have Arsenal lost the variance in their attacking play? Are enough players chipping in with goals?
Plus, a look ahead to Palace in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.
Produced by Jay Beale.
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52:25
Myles too good for Monaco
Ian Stone is joined by James McNicholas and Art de Roché to reflect on a satisfying 3-0 win over AS Monaco at The Emirates.
The panel discuss a very impressive first Champions League start for Myles Lewis-Skelly and an improved showing from Gabriel Jesus up front.
Plus a look ahead to Arsenal’s home game against Everton on Saturday in the Premier League.
Produced by Steve Hankey.
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41:07
Windy woes in the West as Arsenal rue fine margins
Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to reflect on a disappointing draw at Fulham in the West London wind.
The panel discuss whether Arsenal create enough and if they have enough attacking depth after a frustrating game where they dominated possession but lacked killer instinct.
Plus a look ahead to Monaco in the Champions League on Wednesday with Mikel's side in a great position to go through in the top 8.
Produced by Jesse Howard.
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About Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show
The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas (Gunnerblog), Art de Roche and comedian Ian Stone bring you a twice-weekly podcast dedicated to Arsenal Football Club. They'll bring you reaction to all the games, expert insight into the inner-workings of the club, including transfers and contracts, and analysis on the women's team too.
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