Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive and Tim to discuss Arsenal’s confident win over Bayer Leverkusen, the other results in the Champions League, and to look ahead to the Cup Final. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 03:56 Reaching the Champions League Quarterfinals Feels Routine 07:43 Balancing Champions League Ambition vs League Priorities 12:20 Arsenal Thriving While City and Chelsea Collapse 23:50 Midfield Structure and Tactical Adjustments On the Ball 28:15 Arsenal’s Dominance and Adapting to Leverkusen 34:27 Eze’s Stunning Goal and Breakout Performance 44:27 Declan Rice’s Complete Midfield Performance 52:32 Victor Gyokeres’ Impact Without Scoring 01:01:03 Evaluating Gyokeres’ Role and Contribution Level 01:02:04 Ben White’s Return and Squad Depth Importance 01:08:24 Cup Final Goalkeeper Decision Debate 01:10:09 Assessing Manchester City Ahead of the Final 01:13:16 Selection Decisions and Saka’s Role 01:15:43 Left Wing Choice and Tactical B

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive to discuss the epic night for Arsenal and Max Dowman against Everton and City dropping points, plus a look ahead to a huge week. Chapter timings below. Head to factormeals.com/arsenalvision50off and use code arsenalvision50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year Signup for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast (Get 50% off first month with code SALIBA50) You can now gift a Patreon membership https://www.patreon.com/arsenalvisionpodcast/gift Check out the merch store at https://shop.arsenalvisionpodcast.com Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Mobile YouTube Spotify Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Paul and Tim to discuss a bad midweek for the Premier League, Arsenal’s draw in Germany, and to look ahead to the Everton game. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 03:18 Enjoying the Premier League’s midweek collapse 06:32 City’s flaws, Schadenfreude, and goalkeeper chaos 11:02 Elite forwards and why Arsenal’s attack still feels short 15:34 How good is the 1-1 draw and the outlook for the second leg 17:17 Are Arsenal below their Bayern level right now? 22:02 Saka’s unusually loose night and what went wrong 33:39 Why Arsenal’s settled possession looked slow and predictable 39:38 Midfield box presence and the lack of central threat 49:21 Arteta’s frustration with the restart and Leverkusen’s goal 54:31 Madueke’s impact and the late shift in momentum 59:04 The penalty, Havertz’s finish, and rescuing the draw 01:10:46 Everton preview and the big attacking selection calls Get NordVPN Discount and 4 Extra Months at https://

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive to discuss the Cup Tie against Mansfield and the upcoming Champions League Tie against Leverkusen. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 04:40 Academy pride and the joy of seeing Max Dowman and Marli Salmon start 08:05 Max Dowman’s performance, qualities, and long-term ceiling 11:55 Could Max Dowman help the first team this season? 21:33 Cesc Fabregas comparisons and what makes Max different 25:50 Marli Salmon’s display and the mistake on the goal 30:09 Back-three experiment and how Arsenal handled the cup-tie setup 35:46 Gabriel Jesus and Martinelli’s underwhelming performances 39:21 Kai Havertz’s start and building him up for the run-in 41:23 Eze’s goal and growing influence in the team 48:28 Arteta, media narratives, and the criticism of Arsenal’s style 01:01:23 Bayer Leverkusen preview and managing the tie 01:08:20 Team selection, player fitness, and balancing Leverkusen with Everton Get NordVPN Discount and 4

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive and Paul to discuss every angle of the win over Brighton, Hurzeler’s comments, City’s draw to Forest and where it leaves the title race. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 05:01 Title-race turning point: nerves, unity, and the “right way to win” 07:00 Media narrative and Herzler backlash: siege mentality and galvanizing the run-in 11:08 Reading Herzler’s quote: “Arsenal are doing their own rules” 17:04 Away end roar and City’s late drama: the moment the night turned 22:13 First-half analysis: why we couldn’t keep the ball and Brighton got territory 35:20 Midfield presence and structure: where did the central control go? 49:22 The subs change everything: Havertz and Trossard bring control back 01:00:07 Zubimendi and Rice fatigue: minutes, toll, and managing the run-in 01:07:21 Arteta’s game management and squad depth: navigating injuries and moments 01:15:03 Title race psychology: City aren’t the machine, and the

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Tim is joined by Clive and Paul to discuss every angle of the win over Chelsea at the Emirates. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 03:20 City winning adds pressure before Chelsea 07:08 Stadium nerves: confidence, anxiety, and how Chelsea starts 11:02 Channel the crowd energy into Robert Sanchez 15:57 Chelsea’s buildup tweaks: Palmer/Fernandez switching and the midfield space 22:37 Set-piece weapon: Saka delivery and Gabriel’s first contact 28:22 After 1-0: momentum dip and Chelsea’s front-post set-piece threat 45:51 Second-half nervy start: giveaways, fatigue, and Raya saves 52:24 Second goal + Neto red: “managing the moments” 01:05:22 After the red card: why Arsenal couldn’t keep the ball 01:13:03 What changed tactically: retreating shape, no exits, and playing the scoreboard 01:18:19 Midfield control worries without Odegaard, Rice, and Merino 01:28:11 Late moments: Raya’s big saves and seeing it out 01:37:21 Wrap-up and looking ahead

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Tim for final thoughts on the Derby, a Chelsea preview, Champions League thoughts, and a bit on Arsenal’s financials. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 05:24 Spurs away demolition: takeaways and what it means for the run-in 12:03 Gyokeres: growing into games and earning trust to play deeper into matches 17:21 Eze: getting him on the ball and “I figured out how to use him” 23:47 Chelsea preview: what makes them annoying and how Arsenal should approach it 29:06 Fullback and lineup choices: Timber vs Mascarra, Hincapie, and managing minutes 38:20 Champions League playoffs: Premier League dominance and what it means for Arsenal 47:49 Arsenal financial statements: record revenue and what “self-sustaining” really means 54:19 Women’s team impact and using the Emirates: where the upside is 55:21 Retail growth and Arsenal as a lifestyle/community brand 59:23 Wrap-up: Sunday coverage plans and final thoughts before Chelsea Get

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive and Tim to discuss Arsenal’s massive win at Tottenham from every angle. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 05:01 Derby joy and why this match mattered beyond the title race 08:14 Early phases and the lineup: intent, dominance, and starting fast 12:30 Getting Eze on the ball: why it worked and how Spurs couldn’t track him 15:54 First goal and the tempo shift: quicker touches, more central access, more threat 19:47 The “bozo gene” moment: Rice error, fragility fears, and how we responded 24:04 Was it a foul on Gabriel? The big defensive moment and the ref decision 27:36 Gyokeres performance: physicality, link play, and the banger after halftime 37:07 Saka’s game: constant involvement, big chances, and why the attack finally clicked 39:05 Midfield dynamic debate: do we always need Rice + Zubimendi together? 46:02 Fullbacks masterclass: Timber, Hincapie, and Mosquera locking it down 50:03 Arteta on Eze: “he was mad

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive to discuss Arsenal’s dispiriting draw at Wolves, where it leaves Arsenal’s title challenge, and to look ahead to the North London Derby on Sunday. Chapter timings below. Chapters: 00:00 Intro Music 02:11 We’re all dealing with this together 04:22 How are you dealing with the adversity? 06:39 This feels sudden but it’s been gradual: form issues 12:43 Arteta: take the criticism + worrying title metrics 18:44 Why we get comfortable at 1-0 and let Wolves have the ball 20:10 Lineup: Saka at 10 and the sprinters up front 25:31 Are any attackers in form? Is the system part of it? 34:05 Final-third decisions: why we don’t punish high turnovers 38:11 We have to stay together: backing the team before Spurs 44:53 Midfield: do we need both Rice and Zubimendi? 52:03 The 2-0 goal: Hincapie’s run and movement drives the pass 55:12 Subs and Wolves’ first goal: Raya from distance 01:00:09 Martinelli + Gyokeres combo isn’t working 01:01:52 Ti

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Tim and Clive to discuss Arsenal’s win over Wigan, the interesting lineup choices that saw Saka in midfield, and to look ahead to Wolves on Wednesday. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:38 Cups as a palate cleanser and the quad feeling fun07:37 Saka in midfield: late lineup switch and why it makes sense14:01 Eze on the ball: finding pockets, playing forward, creating goals18:43 Eze’s end product: touches, shots, and permission to try things21:49 Give Madueke credit: chaos factor that unlocks new options24:42 4 goals in 30 minutes and the community mood on critique vs joy27:02 Christian Norgaard’s case for more minutes35:36 What cup football can translate to the league47:53 Mosquera’s maturity and Arteta’s keeper sub moment52:17 Myles Lewis-Skelly: elite on-ball talent vs discipline moments56:57 Academy pathways, squad reality, and who might move on01:08:13 Wolves preview: Saka inside again and the chance to go seven clearCheck o

This is the LIVE instant reaction from the Brentford-Arsenal game with contributions from Phil, Clive, Paul, Tim and Elliot. Patrons get these livestream episodes at full-time after every game. It covers the headlines, "stocks rising" and "stocks falling" to differentiate these episodes from the regular main pod. Due to the game being on Thursday and limited time to record a new episodes, we're releasing this as the "main" episodes for today. As a reminder, because this is recorded right at full-time, and intended to cover the raw emotion of the result, the episode is a bit more oriented towards the key topics and feelings of that moment than the usual "main" pod episode.Check 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/arsenalvisionGe

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Paul and Clive to discuss Arsenal’s win over Sunderland from every angle, and cover the City win over Liverpool and the state of the title race. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music03:17 What the hell just happened? City’s late turnaround at Anfield05:29 Sobotzslai free kick deja vu and the mood swing07:36 Let’s move on to Arsenal: lineup changes and why14:22 Sunderland’s direct approach and the Brobbey battle18:21 Shots from distance and Zubimendi’s opener26:25 No Odegaard: Havertz shadow striker and the new shape31:48 Second-half subs: Gyokeres and Martinelli change the game36:22 Martinelli’s new usage and why it’s working44:46 Gyokeres’ resurgence: confidence, proximity, and playing to his strengths55:52 Trossard’s free role, creative impact, and injury concern01:04:30 Brentford away preview: form, threats, and what’s at stake01:06:35 Team selection for Brentford: sticking with the front two and rotation01:09:26 Tactical setup vs B

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Tim and Clive to discuss Arsenal’s win over Chelsea, the first chance at silverware this season, the Final against City and Sunderland at the weekend. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music02:48 Wembley on the horizon: what this win over Chelsea means04:29 Lineup and Chelsea’s surprise back five: what Phil expected and why10:09 A slow first half: why Arsenal didn’t force it and what was missing15:47 Managing the mood: control, nerves, and why this wasn’t Liverpool/Wolves24:46 Second-half changes: Chelsea’s “big boys,” Arsenal’s response, and the game state27:01 Stoppage-time chaos and Havertz seals it31:14 Chelsea’s game plan and the commentary narrative vs what actually happened36:31 Havertz’s return: why he changes everything47:38 City in the final: vibes, excuses, and what Arsenal can use51:13 “To be the best, beat the best”: why Clive wanted City56:47 Why this cup can be a springboard for the group1:00:05 Hincapie’s best Arsenal per

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Tim and Clive to discuss another huge weekend in the title race, Arsenal’s big win over Leeds and to look ahead to the Cup Semifinal second leg. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:30 Title race 2026: heat check after City falter08:17 Player psychology: stop chasing “a different season”15:27 Transfer window + Merino injury: do we need a move?22:51 Saka pulls up in the warmup: Madueke steps in25:52 Leeds game plan: win the fight first, then bring the techers32:31 Madueke’s big day: repeatable threat, end product, and set-piece pressure37:48 Zubimendi bounce-back: keys to our rhythm and his goal impact40:52 Gyokeres evaluation: limitations, goals, and the “two up top” support52:17 Odegaard from the bench: direct play, assist, and message received57:49 Gabriel Jesus resurgence: confidence, chaos, and a world-class finish01:03:05 Chelsea semifinal preview: game state, crowd, and what we must avoid01:06:54 Saka decision for Chelsea: p

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Rob Holding is joined by Kent Malmros to discuss a wide range of topics related to his playing career at Arsenal, MLS, and beyond. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music01:38 Introduction08:47 Rob joins the show: choosing MLS and adjusting to Colorado10:21 Why America: lifestyle, space, and MLS entertainment12:26 Leadership role and adapting his game to MLS13:50 Mixing experiences and managing MLS end-to-end transitions16:13 The Arsenal call: signing under Arsene Wenger20:16 First days at Arsenal: acclimating to stars and the dressing room25:34 First season memories: debut, early moments, and Wenger’s famous quote28:42 Social media era and young players in the spotlight32:10 Manager transitions: Wenger to Emery to Arteta36:15 Old Trafford ACL injury and the unbeaten run context38:24 Arteta’s standards, intensity, and building culture41:27 Accountability, culture meetings, and shared standards44:11 Staying connected: friendships and the Arsenal family48:2

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Phil to discuss Arsenal’s win over Kairat Almaty, the potential opponents in the knock out rounds, and to look ahead to Leeds on Saturday. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music06:01 Game context: caveats, “preseason vibes,” and two halves13:03 Kai Havertz back: impact and the Havertz–Gyokeres partnership20:21 Gyokeres finishing vs chance volume, striker hierarchy, and where Kai should play26:11 Defensive “bozo gene”: Calafiori penalty, focus lapses, and conceding too easily34:09 Madueke: good moments, but where’s the end product and composure?37:56 Martinelli’s threat level and the left-wing selection question45:39 Second-half drop-off and Odegaard as the lightning rod58:05 Midfield is an open competition: what Arteta might change and Eze’s role01:05:12 Academy debuts and giving Kyrat their due01:08:27 Champions League R16 possibilities: Dortmund, Leverkusen, Atalanta, Olympiakos01:14:05 Leeds away preview: physical battle, pressure,

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Tim and Clive discuss Arsenal’s loss to United from every angle and explore the issues that need to be addressed. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:04 Take stock: concern level for the Premier League title06:23 Big picture anxiety and how to handle the pressure15:21 The first 30 minutes: dominance, then self-sabotage24:13 What is the plan in attack? Fullbacks in the half-space and getting attackers into danger zones35:39 Why do we fall apart after taking the lead?38:18 The Zubimendi error: individual mistake vs team sloppiness43:43 Midfield problems and Odegaard’s underperformance51:02 The attackers’ goal drought and needing end product from key players01:04:35 The subs: moving Saka left, Madueke right, and searching for answers01:09:12 Arteta’s comments, player support, and the psychology of the moment01:13:38 Dominance without control: game-state issues, energy, and (briefly) handball decisions01:19:39 The Emirates atmosphere: tension, e

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Tim and Clive discuss Arsenal’s win over Inter, the Champions League situation and preview the United game. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music05:19 Ethan Nwaneri loan to Marseille and Arsenal’s academy loan strategy13:24 Champions League as psychological relief and reminder of Arsenal’s level18:35 Inter match lineup rotation and tactical approach24:56 Gabriel Jesus performance and striker confidence37:03 Myles Lewis-Skelly’s performance, vulnerabilities, and growth50:37 Eberechi Eze’s role, midfield fit, and left-wing debate01:09:49 Gyokeres goal, physical profile, and striker usage01:17:12 Champions League table implications and Manchester City wobble01:22:05 Manchester United preview: threats, tactics, and selection dilemmasCheck 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 htt

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Phil, Tim and Clive discuss Arsenal’s draw at Forest from all the angles before looking ahead to Inter. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music03:26 Lineup choices and the “loosey goosey” front three vs Forest06:59 Should Saka/Trossard have started for control and ball security?10:35 Martinelli’s big miss and whether Arsenal need more shot volume16:02 Where does the final-third conviction and “bite” need to come from?18:06 Gyokeres’ transition chance and why he isn’t stretching center backs22:11 Odegaard’s struggles: getting muscled off it and “some games are not Odegaard games”25:19 Integrating Odegaard into the new double-pivot team and redefining his role40:14 Fullbacks as high-usage attackers: why it’s happening and what it’s costing Arsenal48:04 Why Eze isn’t getting more minutes and what he must show in cameos53:53 The Eze debate: trust from Arteta vs the player forcing the issue01:03:14 Two straight 0-0s: diagnosing the attack and the ugly forward-

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot, Tim and Clive discuss Arsenal’s League Cup Semifinal first leg victory at Stamford Bridge before looking ahead to Forest at the weekend. Chapter timings below.Chapters:00:00 Intro Music04:58 Tim on seeing us lose at Stamford Bridge again06:40 Big-picture: thrilled with the lead or frustrated it wasn’t bigger?09:22 xG, Kepa, and the lineup calls (Timber at LB, White at RB, Myles question)20:37 Pressing Chelsea’s shaky build-up: impressed by the press or frustrated by the end product?25:39 Midfield first-half turgidity and roles (Odegaard/Rice/Zubimendi)36:21 Should’ve put it to bed: big chances missed vs letting them back in47:51 Gyokeres involvement: runs, service, goal and assist01:02:54 William Saliba as the playmaking Rolls Royce01:06:30 Zubimendi unlocked: all-action six who can score01:11:07 Late subs and minutes: Kai in midfield, Jesus building back up01:14:11 Chelsea’s emotions and the full-time flashpoint—second leg worries01:15:47 Forest away prev