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Episode 349 - Bournemouth (a) - Our Cup Runneth Over

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Clive (@clivepafc) and Tim (@stillberto) to discuss Arsenal’s FA Cup victory over Bournemouth. Naturally this episode focuses heavily on the performances of the academy kids, specifically, Willock and Saka. There’s also praise for Guendouzi as a man of the match candidate. The group celebrates a great goal and how Arteta’s system is putting players in positions to thrive. At the end, there’s a question about transfers in the wake of Mustafi’s injury. After the break, Amy Lawrence (@amylawrence71) joins to talk about the academy and transfers. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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Episode 348 - Chelsea (a) - Golden God

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s draw at Stamford Bridge. The pod starts out dissecting the slow start to the game for Arsenal before sadly having to discuss another Mustafi error that badly cost his team. Then there’s praise for Arteta managing the side while down to ten men and making the decision to leave his attackers on the pitch. Finally there’s time to celebrate the highlight moment of the game with a discussion of Martinelli’s goal and the future for this budding superstar. There’s praise for Saka and Xhaka and finally some time to enjoy the captain’s goal from Bellerin and an overall encouraging performance from him. Lastly, the group asks what the result means for the team. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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Episode 347 - Sheffield (h) - Mike Dean Gonna Mike Dean

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s draw at home to Sheffield United. This is a great discussion about a performance that divided opinion. It starts with an examination of our early struggles and continues with a focus on how we can get the attack improving. There’s specific focus on Lacazette and the “Ozil role.” Then there’s a detailed discussion of performances from Pepe and the fabulous Martinelli. After debating the penalty that Mike Dean failed to award and the late substitutions, the pod ends with an evaluation of Areteta’s work so far. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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Episode 346 - Palace (a) - E-Wing Theory

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s draw at Crystal Palace. The group covers the strong opening period but lack of cutting edge, the drop off in possession, the red card, poor refereeing, final period of the game down to 10 men, and what to do without Aubameyang going forward. A big segment of this episode focuses on the midfield and Arsenal’s problems progressing the ball, along with the usual break down of individual performances. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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Episode 345 - Leeds (h) - A Game of Two 45 Minute Segments

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto)  and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s win over Leeds in the FA Cup. The pod starts with an examination of what went wrong in the first half. There’s a focus on the passing out from the back and play in midfield. Eventually, the group examines what went right in the second half, along with discussing several individual performances including Xhaka, Guendouzi, Lacazette, Pepe and Sokratis. Finally, there’s praise for Arteta’s ability to correct things in the dressing room at halftime. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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Episode 344 - United (h) - The Fun Is Back

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s phenomenal start to the new decade with a win over United. The pod starts by exploring the good feeling around the club then turns attention to Pepe and the difference he made in the first half. There’s a detailed analysis of all the players who have been lifted by Arteta, with specific emphasis on Ozil, Xhaka and AMN. There’s also sections on Lacazette and Luiz. The group moves through the key moments of the game, the way it finished, the celebrations at the end and what the future holds for this team as a group and whether January might see some exits. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast. Have a very happy New Year!

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Episode 343 - Chelsea (h) - What's He Supposed To Do

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s heartbreaking loss to Chelsea. The group discusses the lineup and opening period that saw Arsenal dominate and take the lead. There’s a break down of several individual performances including Ozil, Torreira, Lacazette, Guendouzi, and Aubameyang. The pod explores how the game changes when Chelsea switched to a back four and questions the prevailing narrative about Arteta being out-coached. Theres a debate about the substitutions a discussion of fitness and questions about how Arteta deals with this squad going forward. Lastly, there’s a look ahead to the United game on New Year’s Day. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast. Have a very happy New Year!

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Episode 342 - Bournemouth (a) - Football Is Back

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto), Clive (@clivepafc) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s draw at Bournemouth in Arteta’s first game in charge. The group discusses the fascinating tactical approach and specifically how it impacted AMN, Xhaka and Saka’s roles. There’s a discussion of Ozil’s excellent first half and the improvement in the way the ball was played in central spaces. Xhaka’s performance comes in for praise, as does Torreira’s. Then the group looks at how the forward line failed to take advantage of excellent positions before examining the substitutions. Lastly, there’s a look ahead to the Chelsea game on Sunday. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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Episode 341 - Everton (a) - Top 4 Is Lava

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined by Tim (@stillberto) and Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss Arsenal’s nil-nil draw at Everton. The group debates and discusses the lineup and whether it was influenced at all by Mikel Arteta. There’s a conversation about Smith Rowe’s performance and how to best develop the bevy of talented academy players currently at the club. Then the group wonders about Freddie’s substitutions and especially the players he didn’t bring on and whether he needed to be more aggressive in going for the three points towards the end of the game. After the match analysis concludes there’s a look ahead to what Arteta will try to instill in his first few games and questions about Aubameyang’s future at the club. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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Episode 340 - Artetaaaaaaaa

On this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast Elliot (@yankeegunner) is joined first by Clive (@clivepafc) and eventually Paul (@poznaninmypants) to discuss the introduction of Mikel Arteta as Arsenal head coach. There’s the emotional reaction to his arrival, an analysis of his first interviews, and a debate about what he brings to the club and whether his lack of experience is an issue. Then the group discusses his possible tactical approach, how to evaluate him over the next few months and what players will thrive or fall away from the team with Arteta in charge. All that and more on this edition of the Arsenal Vision Post Match Podcast.

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