On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s 1-1 draw at Wembley. They discuss basically everything. The lineups. The early missed chances. Ramsey’s goal. The missed calls. The Mustafi moment of madness. The penalty miss. But more than anything there’s just good old fashioned analysis of the performance, the aggressive tactics and substitutions, and the feeling that Emery certainly has the team moving in the right direction despite the disappointment of a draw in a game that Arsenal should’ve won. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
Episode 273 - Bournemouth (h) - We’ve Got A Lot Of Talent Up Front
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto) to discuss Arsenal’s 5-1 victory over Bournemouth. They discuss the major thematic conclusions from the match including how the back three can be used as an attacking formation. Individual performances are examined including Mkhitaryan, Ozil, Guendouzi and the lovely Carl Jenkinson. There’s some discussion of the goals, while the team is clicking and then a look ahead to the Spurs game. Tim gives his lineup prediction and expectation from a trip to Wembley. After the break, Clive (@clivepafc) comes on the show to discuss the progress Arsenal are making under emery. There’s formation and lineup talk and predictions for the derby as well. And there’s always time for laughing at Spurs too. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 272 - Southampton (h) - The Platonic Ideal Of A Football Weekend
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s comfortable and at times stylish win over Southampton. There’s a discussion about the death of the back 3, the rotation policy, and the generally good play from the players on both wings. The group explores the good performances and how Southampton’s strategy might have played into Arsenal’s hands. Then there’s a brief discussion of how the second half played out and the impact of the subs, the expected rotation for the upcoming games, and whether Arsenal are now favorite for top 4. Of course there’s some laughing at rivals too. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 271 - BATE (h) - Something To Be A Bit Concerned About
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss Arsenal’s second leg victory over BATE Borisov. Of course we had to discuss the return of Mesut Ozil and his influence on the match. Then there’s the requisite discussion about why we struggle to defend fairly straightforward situations. A good chunk of the pod is dedicated to our stylistic approach in attack and whether getting it to the wings for crosses is really Arsenal’s identity now. There’s also a good debate about the striker situation in the wake of the announcement that Lacazette will miss both legs of the next round against Rennes. We discuss that draw, the upcoming Premier League fixtures and ask what a Denis Suarez does. Last but not least, there’s a brief chat about an Article from Jonathan Liew about the soul of the club. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 270 - BATE (a) - I Don’t Know How I Feel About Emery
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss Arsenal’s ugly loss at BATE Borisov. Why a back 3? Will we win the tie now? Should Ozil be play? We answer all that plus question Emery’s choices. There’s debate over the style of play and why Arsenal lacked urgency chasing the game. There’s discussion of Lacazette’s red card and what it means for the return leg. The pod ends with a discussion about sacking managers and Mesut ozil’s latest tweet (about an hour in). All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 269 - Huddersfield (a) - Wake Up Man!
On 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 ugly win at Huddersfield. There’s a debate about whether the approach was defensive or the football was just poor. The group explores why Arsenal seemed unable to pass the football before discussing specific performances from Iwobi and Maitland-Niles and Mkhitaryan in particular. Then the group stops to have a laugh at Chelsea’s expense before asking why Sarri is being hounded out at Stamford Bridge while Arsenal fans are reluctant to direct too much frustration at Unai Emery. There’s a tiny bit on Mesut Ozil and the Europa League as well. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 268 - Manchester City (a) - Is It Quality Or Is It System
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss a dispiriting but not entirely unexpected loss at City. The pod starts with a debate over the starting lineup and formation and a question about whether the coach can succeed when his players make so many unforced errors. There’s some optimism as the discussion turns to the performances of Torreira and, especially Guendouzi. The group questions the thinking on some of the tactical decisions and the choice to use Denis Suarez in the second half. There’s also a debate about Mustafi’s future at the club and how to build the defense going forward. Then attention turns to the fixtures coming up and how Arsenal’s top four chances may start to look rosier in a month’s time. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 267 - Cardiff (h) - He’s A Big Big Big Unknown
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Paul (@poznaninmypants) and Scott (@oh_that_crab) to discuss the flurry of deadline day activity including Arsenal’s loan move for Denis Suarez and … that’s it. The group debates whether he will be a valuable contributor this season and where he will be deployed. After the break the discussion moves on to the Cardiff match. There’s concern about another conservative lineup and failure to create chances but also questions, as always, about the defending. Praise is given to Guendouzi and a bit for Mesut Ozil as well. Wrapping up, the trio discusses the goals, whether Emery needs to start picking just one striker, how to approach Man City away, and top four hopes. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 265 - Chelsea (h) - All That Matters Is Winning
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto) and Clive (@clivepafc) to discuss a crucial victory over Chelsea that stemmed a growing tide of frustration among the fans. The group debates Emery’s approach to this game and starts by dissecting Ramey’s role. Then the discussion moves to the performances of the strikers and maybe a bit about the reception for a former Arsenal striker now playing for Chelsea. There’s the question of whether Arsenal should always press as well. Then the group celebrates Koscielny and laments Bellerin’s injury. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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Episode 264 - West Ham (a) - Filling In Gaps
On today’s episode of the Arsenal Vision Post Match podcast, Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss a disappointing loss and performance at West Ham that has inevitably lead to questions about the head coach and his vision for how he wants the team to play. There’s an early debate about the setup at West Ham and whether it was too defensive and an analysis of some individual performances. That conversation leads into a wider discussion about whether there has been progress this season. Additionally, the group examines whether Emery had been properly supported by the club and the extent to which he should get the funds he needs this window. The pod wraps up with a conversation about Mesut Ozil and how his relationship with Emery will need to be resolved for the team to move forward this season. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.
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