An Arsenal opinion podcast. Recorded live, never edited. Hosts Pedro, Matt, and Johnny Cochrane bring you LIVE On The Whistle match analysis, transfer speculation, strategic insight, and all things Arsenal. Get bonus content on Patreon
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Arsenal smashed Newcastle in pre-season and the boys are BUZZING. 🎙️ On this episode: Max Dowman breaks the internet with a generational performance – is he our Yamal? Viktor Gyökeres gets the Ian Wright seal of approval from Matt – 25-goal season incoming? Mikel Merino the midfielder... but now with goal-scoring powers? Odegaard looking refreshed …
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MONSTER EZE RUMORS - THE PERFECT SUMMER? (LATER DROP)
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1:01:23It’s a Friday Therapy Session and the vibes are ✨toxic positive✨. Pedro, Jonny, and Jacob get giddy over Victor Gyökeres taking the iconic 14 shirt and what that means for Arsenal’s striker fortunes. The boys also dig into Eze-mania, the logic behind the Isak non-move, and why this transfer window might be Arteta’s most mature yet. This one is for …
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Pedro and Jacob dive into a late-night session after the mood hits rock bottom. Is the Gyökeres deal real or just a smokescreen for something grander? Why are Arsenal quibbling over pennies? And are we really about to watch Madueke fund Xavi Simons to Chelsea? 🔥 Topics include: Isak rumors and why the window feels fishy Arteta vs. Berta: A philosop…
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INTERVIEW SPECIAL: ICONIC NIKE ARSENAL KIT DESIGNER, DRAKE RAMBERG
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1:11:26On this special episode of The Arsenal Opinion, we sit down with legendary Nike kit designer Drake Ramberg—the creative mind behind some of the most iconic Arsenal shirts of the '90s and early 2000s. From designing the lightning bolt kit that helped redefine Arsenal’s image, to wild goalkeeper shirts that broke every rule, Drake takes us on a journ…
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Pedro and Johnny are back in the AOP studio for a spicy Friday edition that dives straight into the most debated transfer of the summer: Noni Madueke. Is this a shrewd move from Andrea Berta or a head-scratching overpay to help Chelsea out of a PSR jam? We get stuck into: The internet-melting £48.5m fee The mystery of Arsenal’s sudden generosity Wh…
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CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL (EARLY BIRD) CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL
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1:17:50This week, we’re bringing the 🔥 with a very special guest — radio & TV presenter, DJ, and lifelong gooner Nick Bright. You might know him from BBC 1Xtra, 5 Live, or Arsenal’s matchday show… now he’s bringing his vibes to AOP! We dive into: 💥 HOTTEST OF TAKES: Rodrygo doubts, Maduéke skepticism, and yes… Nick says Spurs might've had a better window …
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EZE DEAL ETHAN DEPENDENT? THERAPY SPECIAL WITH SAM DEAN (TELEGRAPH)
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1:04:13This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Thursday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our: Patreon (7 day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ This week’s Arsenal Opinion Podcast is a proper therapy session. We welcome Sam Dean from The Telegraph to break down the wild summer so far—s…
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THERAPY SESSION: TOMI EXITS, SESKO STALLS, HEINZE HIRED
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1:05:42This Arsenal Opinion was published on Friday - if you want the podcasts earlier sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion The boyz are back for a BIG podcast where they cover off: 🎙️🔥 • New coach hired — is he crazy? 🧠😵 • Šeško deal in jeopardy because of Berta relations 🤝💥 • Arsenal promote top scout from within! 🔍🔼 • Tomi exits Ar…
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TRANSFER DEBRIEF: EZE, GYOKERES VS SESKO (AGAIN), KEPA, AND THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
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1:10:11It’s another crossover special on The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, and this time we’ve dragged the brilliant Suburban Gooner Chris away from the Same Old Arsenal pod and dropped him right into the heat of the AOP mixer. And what a session it was. 🔥 We kick off with some seriously spicy hot takes: Chris believes Eze is Arteta’s 2.0 tactical unlock. Pete…
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Matt Kandela joins Pedro for a sizzling summer debrief as the Arsenal transfer window finally ignites. We dig deep into: Why Andrea Berta's chaos might actually be the plan The buzz around Eberechi Eze and what he brings to the 10 role Rodrygo bench drama at Madrid... and what it could mean for Arsenal Kepa as backup keeper – a boringly brilliant m…
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This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Sunday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our: Patreon (7 day free): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ The boys are back for a sizzling Sunday Session—and things are heating up fast in the striker department 🔥 JC and Matt dive deep into the swirling cha…
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THERAPY SESSION: NORGAARD AND MLS SIGN FOR ARSENAL!
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58:42Strap in—this one’s loaded. Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley return for a Thursday therapy session as Arsenal’s transfer window starts to cook. 🔥 In this episode: The Nørgaard Signing – Smart business or boring backup? The lads break down why this quiet midfield move could be pivotal. Myles Lewis-Skelly Signs On – Arsenal’s future captain? We d…
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ZUBI LANDS - BUT CAN ARSENAL WIN THE LEAGUE IF THAT'S IT?
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1:08:20This week, we’re joined by Elliot from the ArsenalVision Podcast for a very spicy discussion on Arsenal’s summer so far. We get into: 🔴 Elliot’s SPICY claim: Arsenal are title favourites – even if we don’t sign anyone 🥊 POD BEEF. Kind of. 💥 Zubimendi’s arrival and why it could be the most important deal of the summer 🤝 Agoumé scouting report – is h…
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On this very special episode of The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, we welcome My Arsenal Life author Martin Wengrow — a lifelong Gooner with over seven decades of matchday stories, transfer heartbreaks, and pure red-and-white devotion under his belt. We dive into: What inspired the book and the role of co-author David Fensome Martin’s early Arsenal memor…
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Johnny and Matt Kandela are back with a Power 30 episode dissecting the 2024/25 Premier League fixtures. Arsenal’s schedule has dropped, and it’s looking absolutely BRUTAL out the gate. 🎙️ In this snappy but spicy pod: We break down the gauntlet that is Arsenal’s opening six games (spoiler: it's a horror show 😬) Matt throws some 🔥 on the myth that …
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💥 THE SUMMER OF STRIKERS: WHO’S IN, WHO’S OUT?
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58:22It’s a strikerless Friday and the Arsenal Opinion crew are back to make sense of the silence. Pete and Matt dive into the eerie quiet on Arsenal’s main channels, question the sluggishness of summer moves under Andrea Berta, and wonder why contract updates have vanished. 🔥 Hottest of Takes returns with World Club Cup money madness, injury overloads,…
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KEPA SIGNS, SESKO HEATS UP, PARTEY'S EXIT LOOMS?
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49:38It’s a DEBRIEF SUNDAY (ad-free) and the vibes are immaculate, bar some plant-shaming issues. Once the horticultural trauma subsides, Pete and Johnny dive into a juicy slate of Arsenal summer narratives. First up: David Ornstein drops a bomb—Kepa is set to become Arsenal’s backup keeper. The boys dig into what that means for Raya, how it affects the…
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RODRYGO-IS-A-GO-GO! | CROSSOVER THURSDAYS WITH @HIGHBURYSQUAD
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1:12:52This week’s crossover episode brings the 🔥 as Pedro and Johnny link up with Sophie from the Highbury Squad for a full-spectrum Arsenal debate. They cover: The Rodrygo to Arsenal rumor—flash in the pan or game-changing move? The state of Arsenal's summer business: urgency, strategy, and the striker question Transfer insights from Sophie’s interview …
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THERAPY SESSION - TWITCHY NEWS DAY. HOLD TIGHT!
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52:15Join Pedro and Jacob Hawley for a Tuesday night therapy session as Arsenal fans grapple with the early days of the transfer window. While other clubs are moving fast, Arsenal supporters are left watching from the sidelines. What's Causing the Stress: Manchester United's rapid business (Mbeumo and Cunha signings) despite their supposed financial str…
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BENJAMIN SESKO IS THE ONE... ARE WE HAPPY?
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1:05:53Join us for a special Crossover Thursday edition as we're joined by @FKHanage from Latte Firm to dive deep into the burning question on every Gooner's mind: Is Benjamin Sesko the striker Arsenal desperately needs? In this early bird discussion, we break down the Slovenian forward's potential move to North London, analyzing his playing style, goal-s…
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🎙️ Monster podcast today with Pedro, Jacob, and Matt Scott. It's a proper therapy session — like, I really, really needed it. 💆♂️ We discuss: 💸 United financial issues 🏆 Spurs winning – why we don’t care 📣 Arteta banging the Rodrygo table HARD 🔗 Gyökeres getting the dreaded United LINK 🚂 MAX DOWMAN HYPETRAIN Take a listen 🎧 IF YOU LIKE BONUS CONTE…
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2ND PLACE FINISHED - WHY DOES IT FEEL FLAT?
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1:15:27Here we GO... our third second-place season in a row. 🥈🥈🥈 Not a trophy, but decent. 👍 Newcastle was a tale of two halves, cliché, but just a warning so you don't lose your mind over the assessment. ⚠️🧠 \We Discussed: 🦨 Smelly first half – what went wrong? 🤕 Thomas Partey and Martin Ødegaard concerns 🧤 DAVID RAYA WITH A HERO PERFORMANCE 🔄 Saliba hoo…
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🔴 Arsenal Opinion Podcast: Rodrigo, Second Place Stakes, and Summer Transfer Fears It’s Thursday Therapy time on The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, and Pedro is joined by Jacob Hawley to process the emotional hangover of Arsenal’s season. The boys discuss: Why the final home game of the season still matters The high stakes of finishing second vs. third i…
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The On The Whistle crew return to break down a chaotic game at Anfield that could have gone horribly wrong… but didn’t. We dissect a disastrous first half that had latter-day Wenger vibes before the boys fought back with spirit, grit, and a bit of quality. ✅ Martinelli masterclass✅ Merino’s moment of magic… and madness✅ Odegaard signs of life✅ Raya…
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The AOP crew is back in the booth with a surprise drop ahead of Arsenal’s massive second leg against PSG in the Champions League semifinal. Pedro and Johnny come in hot with pre-match nerves, fan rituals, and full-bodied hopium as they dissect what it’ll take for the Gunners to pull off a famous result in Paris. From Champions League heartbreak mem…
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ARTETA MAKES DISASTROUS CHOICES - DO THEY MATTER?
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1:03:06Matt, Johnny, and Pedro get into the mixer on a horrible afternoon. 😩🎙️ ALL ON THE MANAGER 🔥👔 Martin Ødegaard issues continue... is he ok? 😕🇳🇴 Frontline flop 😬🎯 Set-piece jokers – where did our superpower go? 🪄❌ Hopes for Paris... are there any? 🤞🇫🇷 Good knee-jerk pod. Hope you are ok! x 💔🎧 *This podcast is a later release. If you want it right aft…
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THERAPY SESSION: REVISITING ODEGAARD SLANDER
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1:02:48Arsenal are licking wounds after a 1-0 home loss to PSG, and Pedro’s back with Jacob Hawley to sift through the Champions League aftermath. They dive deep into the Odegaard discourse: is the criticism fair or is the captain just carrying more than we know? There's talk of midfield rotations, the brutal learning curve of Champions League knockout fo…
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The actual On The Whistle can be found as part of our members colleciton, but Johnny dropped a special bonus episode last night that we wanted to share. Take a listen and let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy PETER WOOD
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🔓 PSG | BEFORE THE WHISTLE SPECIAL | UCL SEMI FINAL HYPE 🏆 | MATT & JOHNNY
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1:17:13Surprise, my friends! We’re hitting you with a bonus Before the Whistle pod to get the adrenaline pumping ahead of Arsenal’s MASSIVE Champions League semi-final against PSG. Matt and Johnny are in the house, cooking up the hot takes: 🔥 Why Tuesday could set Arsenal on the path to legendary status 🔥 The Arsenal Women pulling off a sensational comeba…
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THERAPY SESSION | IAN WRIGHT SLANDER, TIFO-GATE, MERINO ON THE EDGE
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58:54It’s a therapy session EARLY BIRD podcast (released to YOU 48 hrs later) for the ages as Pedro is joined by Jacob Hawley and Matt Kandela to unpack all the Arsenal chaos this week. 🔥 Hottest of takes on: PSG expectations: Are Arsenal fans getting too giddy? League form nosediving… does it even matter? Kiwior Redemption Arc™️ — real or illusion? 🎭 T…
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Johnny and Jacob get on the podcast to make some beautiful content about the Palace game. Jacob had many beers, Johnny had many opinions, please enjoy responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy PETER WOOD
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THERAPY SESSION: RETHINKING THE MADRID WIN
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1:03:01The Arsenal Opinion Podcast is BACK for a Friday therapy session — hangovers have faded, but the Real Madrid euphoria still lingers. Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley gather for a reflective and spicy chat about what this moment really means. They dive deep into: 🧠 The emotional toll of the Champions League journey and why it’s about more than s…
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Pedro and Matt jump on the mics for a spicy Power 30 as Arsenal prepare for the biggest night in a generation. It's Champions League Eve, and the nerves are setting in. 🎙️ On this episode: Rashford, Asensio… and missed January opportunities Villa vs PSG madness and the art of glorious failure Dortmund shock Barcelona — what it tells us about the ot…
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Arsenal fans needed a therapy session after that Champions League performance—and we delivered. Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley break down a historic night under the lights at the Emirates that saw Declan Rice rocket into Champions League folklore. 🎙️ In this emotionally-charged episode: 💥 The hottest of hot takes: Can Arsenal win the whole th…
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BONUS EPISODE: Johnny's Real Madrid Ratings
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45:06🎙️ "Have you seen us? We're a real problem for everyone." This wasn’t just a win—it was a beatdown. Arsenal humbled Europe’s most storied club with a thunderous 3-0 at the Emirates, and Johnny couldn’t let this one slide behind a paywall. 🔥 Declan Rice goes full Roy of the Rovers 💫 Myles Lewis-Skelly channels his inner superhero 🚫 Vinicius and Mbap…
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SPECIAL EPISODE: MADRID (H) - BEFORE THE WHISTLE
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58:09When the gravitas of the game is this big, the AOP crew doesn't sit it out. We're back for a borderline EMERGENCY POD ahead of Arsenal vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League. Expect spice, speculation, and a whole lot of belief. 🔥 Hottest of takes — who’s more dangerous: Vinicius or Bellingham? 🔍 Tactical insight on Madrid's vulnerabilities 🧠 What…
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PGMOL BULLDOZE ANOTHER ARSENAL GAME, DO WE CARE?
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1:12:11Deep discussion on a very weird afternoon for Arsenal: We did enough to win... but an awful Darren England performance stole 3 points from us. Topics: MLS, is he getting picked on? Trossard scores, was it enough? Quiet Ethan run out, how do we feel? Ben White looked cook - can he deal with Madrid? Kiwior... is he ready? Get more members content her…
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Kiwior panic, Nico Williams hype, and the Isak dream that won’t die 💥 Real Madrid preview 🔥 Declan Rice at centre back? 🧠 Tactical hot takes & injury meltdowns 🎯 Nico Williams vs. Martinelli 😩 RIP Alexander Isak... or maybe not? Pete, Matt, and Jacob assemble for a Thursday therapy session, navigating the post-Gabriel hamstring world, debating the …
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Pedro and Johnny get under the skin of a very decent, if not a little bland, three points at the Emirates. We cover a new Ethan song, Merinooooooo, Saka the King, and we talk about THAT injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy PETER WOOD
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We're shaking things up on The Late Night Shift with a brand-new format: The Power 30 – one topic, 30 minutes, full throttle. This week, we go deep on Andrea Berta, Arsenal's new sporting director. Is he the game-changer we’ve been waiting for, or a high-risk gamble that threatens the progress made under Arteta’s reign? 🔥 In this episode: Why Jason…
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🎙️ The Arsenal Opinion Podcast is back with Matt & Pedro bringing the 🔥 as they hold the fort during the break. 🍿 Topics on today’s show: Jacobless podcasting: Is the fame getting to his head? Is this our Aubameyang moment? Myles Lewis-Skelly mania: England debutant, Arsenal’s new diamond. What a player. What a future. Max Dowman hype train: 15 yea…
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Myles Lewis-Skelly takes over Europe, Saka sets sights on Madrid, and Arsenal hit 143k subs! 🎙️ Featuring: @iJohnnyCochrane & @LeGrove The international break is usually the graveyard shift for football chat… but not this week. We’ve got unexpected debuts, tactical fireworks, and a new England darling to fawn over. Pete and Johnny crack into a surp…
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BIGGEST OF BIG ARSENAL TRANSFER RUMOR EXPLORED
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1:01:53🎙️ The Arsenal Opinion Podcast is back with Matt Kandela, Jacob Hawley, and Pete diving into an international break full of drama, transfer gossip, and what could have been in the title race. 🔴 Key Topics: 🔥 Vibe Check – The mood after recent Arsenal performances and what’s next. 🎯 Isak to Arsenal? – Are we finally getting our marquee striker? Why …
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This episode is one of our international break specials where Matt and I settle in for a High T(ESTOSTERONE) Tuesday and tackle the biggest questions from our members! We discuss: 🔥 Big Gabriel’s future – Is Saudi sniffing around again? Would Arsenal actually sell him? 🔥 Midfield shakeup – If Zubimendi arrives, do we need more creativity? 🔥 Nico Wi…
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🧠 THERAPY SESH: MADRID, THE PERFECT TIE?
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1:08:49The Arsenal Opinion Podcast is back with your weekly dose of Therapy 🧠 🔴 Arsenal smash PSV 9-3 to set up a huge Champions League quarterfinal against Real Madrid. ⚖️ Is it the perfect stylistic matchup for Arteta’s side? 🧐 Can Arsenal’s elite defense hold firm against Madrid’s attacking firepower? 💭 What’s the best XI to take on Vinicius Jr. & co.?…
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SPORTING DIRECTOR LINK: PERFECT FIT? OR CLASH OF RELIGION?
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1:09:49Good morning, AOP listeners! It’s time for your weekly dose of Arsenal therapy, and this one comes with a side of Champions League hopium! We’re joined by Pedro, Jacob Hawley and Matt Kandela, and we’re breaking down all the latest from North London, including Arsenal’s 7-goal thrashing and what’s next in the UCL. 🔥 Key Topics This Episode: ⚽ Champ…
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🎙️ The Arsenal Opinion Podcast 🗣️ Hosts: Matt Kandela & Pedro No spin. No delusion. Just two Arsenal fans trying to make sense of it all. 💥 Did Arsenal’s season fall apart in January? 💥 Arteta’s excuses creeping in—should we be worried? 💥 Injuries, overtraining, or just bad luck? 💥 Can we even get past PSV in the Champions League? 💥 Trossard & Mart…
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🎙️ Hosts: Matt Kandela & Jacob Hawley 🔴 No Pedro, Just Pain Another Thursday, another therapy session – and this one’s needed. The vibes have swung from title talk to trauma in a week, and we’re trying to make sense of it all. 🔥 This week’s agenda: Mood swings & misery – from hope to despair in 7 days Liverpool cruising, Arsenal snoozing – how did …
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TITLE RACE OVER - WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT?
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1:08:53Arsenal flopped out against West Ham and gave up the Premier League title in awful fashion. What went wrong? Where next? How did this happen? Take a listen now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy PETER WOOD
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