In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss the slightly disappointing culmination of #Project24. There’s discussion of the full back crisis, why Mustafi keeps doing a Mustafi and what’s wrong with Arsenal’s build up play. Scott (@oh_that_crab) stops by with a quick look at the numbers behind the performance with a strong focus on Iwobi, Lacazette and Guendouzi. Then Elliot, Paul and Clive debate Emery’s substitutions and who should be Arsenal’s center forward for the upcoming Liverpool match. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
Episode 244 - Sporting (a) - Getting My Retaliation In Early
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Scott (@oh_that_crab) to discuss Arsenal’s victory at Sporting for their 11th consecutive win in all competitions. First there’s some debate over the use of first team players away in the Europa League. Then the group assess the causes of a sluggish first half performance with a focus on Ramsey, Elneny, Mkhitaryan and the full backs. There’s a section on Torreira and the way his involvement improved Guendouzi. There’s discussion of Aubameyang’s contribution and Danny Welbeck’s importance to the team. Lastly there’s a preview of the weekend’s match at Crystal Palace. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
Episode 243 - Leicester (h) - He's Unai Emery's Man
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Clive (@clivepafc) to gush over the performance of Mesut Ozil in Arsenal’s victory over Leicester. The crew debates the slow start to the match and wonders if the Emery system has finally taken clear shape. There’s praise for Torreira and questions about Lichsteiner. But mostly the crew praises a vintage performance from Ozil. Then Scott (@oh_that_crab) stops by briefly to break down the statistics from the victory. Finally, Clive, Paul and Elliot go deep on the second half goals and what this long winning run means for the club. Also there are some silly Paul jokes. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
Episode 242 - October Mailbag!
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Scott (@oh_that_crab) to answer listener questions from across the world wide web. (is that thing still around?) There are questions about how we’ll fair in big games, the stats differences under Emery, much much more. Then Tim (@stillberto) stops by briefly to answer a question about Arsenal’s scouting or lack of scouting from Brazil. Finally, Clive (@clivepafc) comes on to answer questions about youth development, future Arsenal managers, formations and players he’d like to see at Arsenal. All that and plenty more in this “mailbag” edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
Episode 241 - BONUS Episode - Arsenal’s Bundesliga Round-Up
On today’s “bonus international break” episode, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by special guest and Bundesliga expert Lewis Ambrose (@LGAmbrose) to discuss the players who have come to Arsenal from the Bundesliga. There’s plenty about Aubameyang and Mkhitaryan but also some discussion of Leno and Kolasinac. The pod ends with Lewis giving his thoughts on the situation with the German national team as it relates to Mesut Ozil.
Episode 240 - Fulham (a) - Playing What We See
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@Stillberto) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss Arsenal’s stunning 5-1 win over Fulham. There’s a discussion of the surprise selection and what to make of the formation. Then there’s praise for Lucas Torreira and how he’s starting to show what a special player he can be. The goals are discussed individually with special emphasis on that exceptional third goal from Ramsey. The group debates whether Iwobi and potentially Mkhitaryan have become indispensable players. Finally there’s a discussion of just how far this Arsenal team can go. Paul (@poznaninmypants) couldn’t make it on the main section of the pod but he stops by with a five minute rant to break up the monotony. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 239 - Qarabag (a) - A Graduation Moment
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@Stillberto) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss Arsenal’s win over Qarabag. There’s a discussion of the surprise back three and how it worked. Then there’s praise for Iwobi and Smith-Rowe on a very special night for the Hale End academy. The group debates the other players who shined (and struggled), with special focus on Guendouzi, Kolasinac, Holding and Leno. There’s mentions for the substitutes and a brief look ahead to Sunday’s trip to Fulham. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 238 - Watford (h) - It's All In The Game
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Scott (@oh_that_crab) to discuss Arsenal’s win over Watford. The group covers the continued struggles of key attacking players, the beginning of the Leno era in the Premier League, and the changes that changed the game. There’s there’s also a discussion of Rob Holding’s improving performances and Mustafi’s continued struggles. Towards the end, the group focuses on Iwobi and Danny Welbeck and what their introduction did to change the game. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 237 - Brentford (h) - The Ramsey Hokey Pokey
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss Arsenal’s win over Brentford in the League Cup. The group covers which players shined and who struggled. There’s praise for Emile Smith-Rowe and Iwobi, plus questions about whether anyone made a case for more regular first team action. Then attentions turn to the news that Aaron Ramsey’s contract offer has been withdrawn. What does it mean for the club, the player, and what does it say about the way the club is run. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 236 - Everton (h) - Outcome 2 Process 0
In today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Paul (@poznaninmypants) and special guest Andrew (@arseblog) to discuss another win on the way to #Project24. Despite he 2-0 win over Everton there were some concerns about the performance and the group addresses them all, with a focus on the issues with Ozil an Ramsey, plus another debate over the strikers. Then Scott (Oh_that_crab) comes on to give us a statistical history of Lacazette and Aubameyang, plus some context on Ozil’s struggles. All that and plenty more in this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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