THE ARSENAL OPINION - BY LE GROVE
By: PETER WOOD
Language: en
Categories: Sports, Soccer
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
Episodes
LIVERPOOL (H) | ON THE WHISTLE | PASSIVE ARSENAL AND STRIKER ISSUES
Jan 11, 2026It’s Thursday night football in 2026, and Arsenal have played out a stalemate against Liverpool at the Emirates. The result takes us six points clear at the top of the Premier League, but the performance—specifically a "f*****g awful" second half—has left the boys with plenty to vent about.
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Pete is joined by Matt Kandela and Johnny Cochrane to try and make wine out of a very muddy pool of water. While the table...
Duration: 01:02:15THE ANSWER TO GYOKERES - NOT WHO YOU THINK!
Jan 09, 2026First Therapy Session of 2026?
Much needed, I’d say. 😮💨🛋️
Jacob and Pedro get into a few trigger conversations that might test your nerves, but stay calm. Talking it through is good for the soul.
On the couch this week:
🧠 Gyökeres losing the home crowd
🔥 Headloss fans. Is it merited?
🤦♂️ The Martinelli nonsense
🏆 Managing the Cup experience
🎯 Who takes over as the 9 in the short term
It’s a big one. Get stuck in.
Thanks for listening. ❤️🎧
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Duration: 00:52:46THE DUGOUT | JIM CAMPBELL | KAI’S RETURN MIGHT NOT FIX EVERYTHING
Jan 06, 2026The Dugout is back for 2026! Jim Campbell from the Football Ramble returns to shake off the New Year's haze (and the Villa celebration hangovers) for a jam-packed episode.
We’re looking past the "brain farts" on the South Coast and focusing on the flex. From transfer window headaches to the comedy show at Old Trafford, we’re covering it all.
On the menu this week:
The Havertz Reboot: He’s back, but will the team click or clunk with him back in the side?
Nwaneri’s Dilemma: Do we stick, twist, or cash...
Duration: 00:57:17KING DECLAN WILL NOT LOSE!
Jan 05, 2026That’s the way we like it… A HUGE win against a very good Bournemouth team.
Arsenal had their poor moments, but the team showed a lot of resilience and got the job done!
We discussed:
🌸 Flower time for Gyökeres?
🪄 Ødegaard’s twinkle toes
🧱 Declan the DESTROYER
⚔️ Bournemouth’s man-to-man strategy
🧐 Hincapié reappraisal
🏆 The title race as it stands
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Duration: 01:02:42EMERY CAN'T HURT ARSENAL NO MORE!
Jan 01, 2026HAPPY NEW YEAR FRIENDS!
Arsenal had a VERY good end to the year. This podcast covers off the BIG Aston Villa game. This pod is a later drop, if you want them LIVE, then click the member options in the links below.
👑 King Trossard
🪄 Ødegaard Scintillating
🤙 Incredible Jesus
🧠 Zubi Bossing the Park
⏱️ Villa’s Cynical Timewasting
📈 Arsenal Sitting Very, Very Pretty
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Duration: 01:07:48AOP CHRISTMAS PARTY LIVE SHOW 2025 | LATER RELEASE
Dec 30, 2025Take a listen to the AOP Live Show 2025.
The boys took over the Park Theatre at Finsbury Park and delivered an AOP On The Whistle like no other. We had Pedro, Jacob, Matt, and Johnny... and added Arsenal Legend Ray Parlour to the mixer as a special guest. We also closed out the show with a song from Dugout regulars, The Manor.
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Thanks for an incredible 2025. We appreciate your support, comments, DMs, casual slander, and...
Duration: 01:40:06DECLAN AND ODEGAARD HIT 5TH GEAR! BRIGHTON DOWNED!
Dec 29, 2025Pedro and Johnny got on the mics right after the game to discuss another monster win - our 8th of block 5! They chatted: 🛡️ Declan BOSSING it at right back 📉 Big Vik drops another shocker 📈 Hincapie raises his level again! 🤕 Injury clusters! 🪄 Martin SHOWPONYdegaard! Hope you enjoy the show. If you want these early, sign up to our patreon below! x
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Duration: 01:04:33THE GYÖKERES PROBLEM: IS "MAIN MAN-ITIS" KILLING HIS CAREER?
Dec 18, 2025Host Jacob Hawley is joined by actor and comedian Ed Kear for a debut appearance on the pod. The pair dissect a frustrating but vital win against Wolves, the strange feeling of being five points clear without fully clicking, and why this season feels different to previous title charges.
In this episode:
The Screen Smasher: Ed talks about the relief (and rage) of the Wolves win and why dropped points against Villa and Sunderland still haunt the fanbase.
The Gyökeres Debate: Is it the player or the system? Ed argues that Arsenal a...
Duration: 00:54:44WOLVES: EXCELLENT RESULT, DIRE PERFORMANCE, ARSENAL WINNING THE LEAGUE!
Dec 15, 2025It wasn't pretty, but it was effective. The boys gather to break down a "nail-biter" against Wolves that saw Arsenal escape with a win and move five points clear at the top of the table. Despite a "destruction 11" lineup that failed to destroy, the panel discusses why winning ugly—even with two own goals—is the hallmark of champions.
In this episode:
The Ugly Win: Johnny labels the performance "full blown shit," but admits that finding a way to win when nothing is going right is a massive signal of intent for the title race.
... Duration: 01:09:27THE DUGOUT | VILLA HEARTBREAK, THE SALIBA VOID & A 10-POINT TITLE PREDICTION
Dec 10, 2025Fresh from a cold open training session at London Colney, Simon Collings (The Standard) joins host Jacob Hawley for a new episode of The Dugout.
The pair dissect the “gut punch” defeat at Villa Park, analyzing how the match descended into an “Unai Emery basketball game” and asking the big question: Can this team survive the winter without the aura of Gabriel and William Saliba?
On the agenda:
Defensive Frailties: Analyzing the makeshift backline and Hincapié’s adjustment to the Premier League.
The Eze Debate: Is he struggling to adapt to the system...
Duration: 00:52:47CURSE OF EMERY HAUNTS ARSENAL (AGAIN)
Dec 08, 2025All the boys are on for this one… and it was a horrible afternoon.
We got into:
🎩 Odegaard’s performance
💣 Viktor’s disaster cameo
💀 The last-minute killer blow
🚨 Defensive chaos across the pitch
👊 Unai’s revenge tour rolling on
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Duration: 01:10:02BEES SWATTED BUT INJURIES STING (AGAIN) | LATER BIRD POD
Dec 05, 2025It was a GLORIOUS no-drama kind of evening against Brentford which made for GOOD discussion.
Pedro, Matt, and Johnny discussed:
🛡️ Best defence on the planet with another clean sheet
👑 KING MERINO OWNING THE 9 SHIRT
💀 Injury curse ramps up – Dekkers and Mosquera struck down
😬 Chelsea and Liverpool have shockers
🎩 Martin Odegaard and his OK return
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Duration: 00:59:37MERINO - BEST ARSENAL PLAYER OF 2025?
Dec 04, 2025Pedro and Jacob dive into a nervy but valuable midweek win over Brentford, unpacking:
🔥 How Arsenal completely neutralised Brentford’s set-piece circus
💪 Merino’s outrageous form and whether he’s now undroppable
😬 Declan’s calf tweak, Mosquera’s knock, and the growing fitness crisis
🤕 Arteta’s rotation choices and the training-ground intensity debate
📉 Why Odegaard divides the fanbase despite strong numbers
⚡️ Noni Madueke: chaos merchant, future star, or finishing project?
🧱 Timber at centre-back and the state of the stand-in defence
🤝 Which attacker combinations actually work
📦 January loans...
Duration: 00:59:47FRIED ARSENAL STRUGGLE WITH INTENSITY
Dec 02, 2025Rough afternoon at The Bridge, but a point gained.
We discuss:
🔵 Caicedo madness
🤕 Arteta making the same fitness mistakes
😬 Madueke getting overawed
🥶 Myles having another poor game
🐺 MERINO DOING BIG DOG THINGS
🟥 Arsenal letting Chelsea off 10 men
Enjoy the listen! x
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Duration: 01:08:33ARSENAL: BEST IN EUROPE?
Nov 28, 2025Jacob Hawley is back in the Dugout with Telegraph football reporter Sam Dean to break down one of the biggest weeks in the Arteta era.
Fresh off dismantling Spurs and putting Bayern Munich in a chokehold at the Emirates, the lads get stuck into the big question: is this the best-coached team in Europe?
We talk through:
🔥 Bayern Demolition: Why Arsenal’s set-piece storm, tactical adaptability, and elite squad depth left Bayern scrambling.
🎯 Eze and Martinelli Link-Up: Two massive games, two massive moments… the new double act delivering on the biggest stages. Duration: 00:59:24
🧠 THERAPY SESSION | DANCING ON GRAVES, CHATTING BAYERN, LOOKING AT ROTATION OPTIONS
Nov 26, 2025We’ve moved therapy to Tuesday, but who needs therapy when you’ve just walloped Spurs 4-1? Matt Kandela and Jacob Hawley join the show to joy-scroll through the wreckage of Tottenham’s season and ask the big questions: Are we now culturally bigger than Real Madrid? And have we accidentally become the “Heavyweights” of world football?
In this episode:
⚪️ Spurs in the Mud: We drink in the “sheer misery” of the Tottenham fan reaction videos and why watching them suffer is better than therapy.
🦊 The Trossard Cult: Why the “Silver Fox” is statistically our most produc...
Duration: 00:56:09ARSENAL DESTROY GUTLESS SPURS!
Nov 25, 2025PEDRO AND MATT WENT LIVE AFTER THE GAME TO BREAK DOWN A HUGE WIN UNDER THE LIGHTS AT A FOG-FILLED EMIRATES 🌫️⚽️
⭐ PRAISE THE MAGNIFICENCE OF EZE
🐺 CELEBRATE ROTTWEILER DECLAN
🎯 ASSESS THE FREAK GOAL
📊 TALK ABOUT SPURS TACTICS AND THEIR HOPES MOVING FORWARD
😡 CHAT ABOUT RICHARLISON AND HOW ANNOYING HE IS
🛡️ WAX ABOUT JURRIEN
🔄 CONSIDER ROTATION OPTIONS FOR THE WEEK AHEAD
HOPE YOU ENJOY THE SHOW! X
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Duration: 01:04:37🧠 THERAPY SESSION | ARSENAL INEVITABLE, GOOD INJURY NEWS, STRATEGIZING BLOCK 5
Nov 20, 2025On today’s episode, Pete and Jacob limp out of the international break with bruised mouths, bruised lineups, and bruised optimism ahead of a monster North London Derby.
We get into:
🧟♂️ Injury apocalypse
Gabriel’s abductor blow, the real timeline, and how this derails Arsenal’s December monster run.
🧩 Who replaces Big Gabi?
Calafiori at CB? Mosquera time? Hincapié wildcard? Or will Arteta go full galaxy brain?
🎨 Odegaard’s colour palette
Why Arsenal look black-and-white without him and Technicolor with him. The weird, wrong online takes.
🇩🇪 Bundesl...
Duration: 00:59:06THE DUGOUT | SPURS BRIEFING FROM JACK PITT-BROOKE (THE ATHLETIC)
Nov 19, 2025In this Dugout edition of The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, Jacob Hawley takes the hosting seat and welcomes Jack Pitt-Brooke of The Athletic for a deep dive into the North London Derby build-up.
Across a lively and insightful conversation, they explore:
Tottenham through the eyes of someone who covers them, not supports them, striking the perfect balance for Arsenal listeners.
How international breaks shape narratives, coaching trends, and fan expectations, including the role of throw-ins, set pieces, and Premier League punditry.
Why international football may actually feel more expressive than club football...
Duration: 00:49:51☎️ THE AOP PHONE-IN | U-TURNS, LEGEND DREAMS, TROPHY HAUL PREDICTIONS
Nov 17, 2025It’s all the boys on the show, ready to take the awesome member questions that you’ve all been percolating on.
We covered a wide range of topics, including upcoming U-turns, the Ethan conundrum, predictions on trophy hauls, and much, much more.
Thanks for making this a GREAT SHOW! x
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Duration: 01:03:00🧠 THERAPY SESSION - MAKING ROOM FOR TOO MANY TEENAGE SUPERSTARS
Nov 06, 2025This week’s Arsenal Opinion is therapy in name only — because everyone’s feeling suspiciously good. Pedro, Matt, and Jacob try to process the weird calm that comes with a 10-game winning streak, a record defensive run, and a fanbase already booking trophy parades.
They dive into:
🔥 Hottest of Takes — Saka’s missing his mates, the clean-sheet obsession is getting dangerous, and one host admits to moving a stag do for the trophy lift.
🧱 Dual Monsters & Defensive Evolution — Why Arsenal are now the trendsetters in modern football, how Hincapié fits Arteta’s lab-built vision, and what it means for the...
🎙️ THE DUGOUT: ADRIAN CLARKE ON CUP ROTATION, GYOKERES, DECLAN RICE & THE EVOLUTION OF ARSENAL
Nov 05, 2025Jacob Hawley is joined by former Arsenal player and tactical guru Adrian Clarke for a deep dive into Arsenal’s form ahead of the Slavia Prague game.
The pair get into:
⚽️ Why Arsenal’s “mini-cups” matter more than ever
🧠 Gyokeres’ all-round evolution and what comes next
💪 Declan Rice as the true heartbeat of the team
🎯 The Trossard and Eze effect
🩺 What’s really behind the current injury pile-up
A brilliant, detailed chat about how Arteta’s side are managing the grind, developing depth, and chasing glory across every competition.<...
Duration: 00:52:47GYOKERES DROPS A WORLDIE / ARSENAL BURY BURNLEY
Nov 03, 2025The boys dive into the brilliant Burnley result that’s set Arsenal up for a very good weekend — no matter what happens elsewhere.
They get into:
🐴 Decland the HORSE
🎨 Trossard and looking beyond the ‘image’
🧠 Arteta — best in the game?
💪 GYOKERES THE BEAST
🍀 Has Lady Luck finally switched sides?
A fun, fiery one. Thanks for being a member and tuning in!
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Duration: 01:06:55🎙️ THE DUGOUT | ALEX MONEYPENNY FROM THE DIFFERENT KNOCK
Oct 29, 2025In this week’s Dugout, Jacob Hawley sits down with YouTuber, actor, and writer Alex Moneypenny for a wide-ranging chat that moves from the Emirates media box to the London theatre stage.
The two talk Arsenal from every angle — the view from behind the goal at the Man City game, why Victor Gyökeres divides the fanbase, and how Mikel Marino might have shifted the title race if you ran the season in an AI sim. They debate open-play goals, Odegaard’s influence, Arteta’s tactical tweaks, and the fine margins separating “functioning at 60 percent” fr...
Duration: 01:00:57PALACE SMASHERS STAY TOP OF THE LEAGUE!
Oct 28, 2025The boys are back to discuss a HUGE three points against Palace and a delicious weekend of mega results around the league.
They discuss:
⚽ The importance of Timber being our best player
🧱 The immensity of Big Gabi
🤔 The troubling issue of Gyökeres in the Premier League
🎨 Eze doing his old club dirty
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Duration: 01:07:12FEAR FACTOR FC
Oct 23, 2025The boys are back for a Thursday Therapy Session, with Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley breaking down Arsenal’s swagger and the chaos sweeping Europe.
💭 How did Arsenal become the team everyone fears?
🔥 Calafiori’s “Galloping Pony” chaos and the rise of the pre-assist king
😱 Liverpool’s £130 million nightmare — is the Salah-Slot era already cracking?
💫 Martinelli’s redemption arc and the beauty of patience
💰 Julian Alvarez to Arsenal? The dream, the fit, the fantasy
📊 Premier League dominance: are England’s clubs just too powerful?
It’s confidence, chaos, and cathars...
Duration: 01:01:16UGLY WINS GET A GLOW-UP - ON THE WHISTLE (LATER)
Oct 20, 2025🔥 The boys deliver the verdict on an AMAZING win that was quite ugly.
🤔 Have goalposts shifted for Gyök?
🧱 How is our defence so incredible?
🎩 CALAFIORI IS MAGIC
💫 Saka, looking ELITE
😤 VAR at us again… but was it a pen?
🏆 TOP OF THE TABLE THOUGHTS
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Duration: 01:02:14THERAPY SESSION | REVISING MERINO SLANDER
Oct 17, 2025Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley return for a fiery therapy session — unpacking Arsenal’s international break chaos, Viktor Gyökeres’ crisis of confidence, and the looming barometer game away at Fulham.
The crew debates whether the Swede’s slump is just a blip or the start of a bigger rethink — and how long Mikel Arteta will persist before Kai Havertz reclaims the nine. There’s deep chat on Bukayo Saka’s fitness whispers, Mikel Merino’s wild evolution from “bit of a clogger” to Spain’s Cristiano Ronaldo, and how Arsenal’s new load-management philosophy could define the season.
🎙️ THE DUGOUT | THE MANOR RETURN
Oct 15, 2025The lads are back — and this one’s got proper pub garden energy. Johnny Dutch and Danny Graft return to The Dugout fresh from the studio, dropping exclusives about new music, a summer beer collab, and a massive sing-along anthem in the works.
From there it’s pure Arsenal flow:
⚽ Gabby Jesus redemption arc talk — why the chaos merchant might be key to a title run
🔥 Viktor Gyökeres’ fight, graft, and evolution
💫 Saka’s genius and why England still underrate him
🧠 Odegaard’s injury, Ethan’s rise, and the midfield puzzle
👊 Plus: the lads tear into Liverp...
THE DUGOUT | JACOB MEETS ACTOR-COMEDIAN TOM ROSENTHAL
Oct 09, 2025Actor-comedian Tom Rosenthal joins Jacob Hawley for a brilliantly chaotic episode of The Dugout, diving deep into Arsenal’s evolution under Mikel Arteta.
🔥 Highlights:
Tom’s spicy takes on the state of Arsenal’s squad
The rise of the YouTube tactician and why modern football brains live in bedrooms
Calafiori’s understated brilliance and how Arteta has turned Arsenal into a tactical chameleon
Gabriel’s leadership moment at Newcastle and the emotional high of late winners
How Arsenal’s new level of control and flexibility could finally deliver silverw...
Duration: 00:49:27WEST HAM (H) | 'KILLER INSTINCT' ARSENAL EVOLUTION (LATER BIRD)
Oct 06, 2025Arsenal are back on top of the league and the vibes are immaculate. Johnny and Matt break down a smooth, drama-free win over West Ham — exactly the kind of performance Arsenal have been missing in recent seasons.
We get into:
🔥 Arteta’s killer instinct shift and how it’s transforming Arsenal’s mentality
🎯 Declan Rice’s statement performance against his old club
🧱 Timber + Calafiori: fullbacks running the show
⚡️ Saka’s penalty power play — talisman reasserted
🤔 Big Vic’s mixed bag and why patience is still needed
It’s a birthday pod, it’s a to...
Duration: 00:57:57THE DUGOUT | SPECIAL GUEST LAURA KIRK-FRANCIS
Oct 01, 2025In this episode of The Arsenal Opinion, Jacob is joined by special guest Laura Kirk Francis, whose Arsenal content has been lighting up social media over the past six months. Together, they relive the rollercoaster of emotions from Arsenal’s dramatic win at St. James’ Park, from the pain of overturned penalties to the joy of late winners.
The discussion covers:
Laura’s debut hottest take on Jurriën Timber’s Ballon d’Or potential
Why Arsenal’s midfield depth might now be a “good problem” for Arteta
How Eze’s central role change...
Duration: 00:57:23NEWCASTLE (A) | ON THE WHISTLE | MEGA LAST MINUTE WINNER!
Sep 30, 2025The Arsenal Opinion crew is back with a monster episode after Arsenal’s dramatic last-minute win against Newcastle. Pete, Matt, and Johnny break down the emotions of a true statement victory—relief, joy, and the sense that momentum has shifted in the title race.
We cover:
Big Gabby’s redemption arc: from costly error to heroic match-winner
Eze’s standout performance and why he could be the most important piece in Arteta’s new setup
Arteta’s aggressive approach and how it unleashed Arsenal’s attacking edge
The “next man up” mentalit...
Duration: 01:11:12THERAPY SESSION | SALIBA SIGNS, DYNASTY BEGINS?
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Jacob and Matt are back for a Thursday Therapy fresh off Arsenal news that could define the next era: William Saliba has signed a five-year deal. The lads break down why it’s more than just a contract — it’s a signal that Arsenal’s biggest stars believe a dynasty is coming.
They also dive into:
... Duration: 00:54:42DUGOUT SESSION | JIM CAMPBELL FROM FOOTBALL RAMBLE
Sep 24, 2025Jacob Hawley is back in the Dugout chair with Arsenal podcaster and Football Ramble legend Jim Campbell. Together they dive into Arsenal’s cautious start to the season — is Mikel Arteta overthinking it, or just managing a brutal run of fixtures?
They debate:
⚔️ The fine line between caution and ambition against City & Liverpool
🎹 Does Arsenal’s midfield need a new creative “guitarist”?
🔥 Hot takes on Odegaard vs Eze and the 500-game theory
🏆 Ballon d’Or drama (Dembele, Salah, Vinícius, PSG bias)
😬 Noni Madueke’s injury and why he’s been more influential...
Duration: 01:02:44MANCHESTER CITY (H) | ON THE WHISTLE
Sep 23, 2025MANCHESTER CITY (H) | ON THE WHISTLE | JOHNNY & PEDRO (EARLY BIRD)🎙️ On the Whistle is here (Pedro is VERY ill 🤒 so forgive any slurring) ⚡ Saliba decision-making 😊 Staying positive after a good point 😬 Worried about ‘safety first’ line-up 😢 Anonymous Gyok 🥖🍝 Martinelli making us eat DELICIOUS humble pie Hope you enjoy! x
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Duration: 01:02:30THERAPY SESSION - THIERRY YAPPING! RESPECT, OR TIME TO STOP? (LATER BIRD)
Sep 20, 2025It’s a therapy session with Pete and Jacob Hawley as we dive into three days of wild Champions League football. We cover:
🐱 Mourinho’s nine lives and his toxic-but-entertaining return to the big stage
📸 Inside access to Arsenal’s relentless content machine and how Arteta’s culture is shaping players on and off the pitch
⚡ Why Erling Haaland is still underrated—and the key to stopping City this weekend
👑 Thierry Henry’s controversial takes on Viktor Gyökeres and Arsenal’s depth, and whether he’s got a point
🔄 The evolution of “impact...
Duration: 01:04:04THE DUGOUT | KEVIN LEE KHARAS OF REAL LIES (EARLY BIRD)
Sep 19, 2025Jacob is joined by Kevin Lee Kharas (@kevkharas), lead singer of Real Lies and devoted Arsenal fan, for a wide-ranging conversation that blends music, football, and the madness of modern fandom.
From his surreal day filming content with Myles Lewis-Skelly and watching Piero Hincapié model Christmas knitwear, Kevin dives into why he sees Mikel Arteta as building nothing less than a dynasty. The two discuss the cult-like intensity of Arsenal players, the tactical evolution under Arteta, and why football podcasts might just be the most powerful addiction in modern Britain.
Expect hot takes on the “Fat...
Duration: 00:51:52ARSENAL BATTER FOREST BUT DEBATES RAGE!
Sep 15, 2025It’s all four of the AOP boys out here discussing the HUGE win against Nottingham Forest 🌳🔴⚪️
⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: spicy content ahead, so skip if you scare easy
✨ Madueke – IMPACT or just more of the same from Chelsea?
🎯 Gyökeres – “all he does is score goals”… but is that actually ok?
💎 Mosquera – bargain of 2025?
🚀 ZUBI ZUBI TWOOOOO!
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Duration: 01:13:19THE DUGOUT | SPECIAL GUEST, JAMES BENGE!!!
Sep 11, 2025It’s Episode Three of The Dugout series, hosted by Jacob Hawley. This week’s guest is Arsenal journalist James Benge (CBS Sports, formerly Arseblog/Arsecast, now co-hosting with Charles Watts).
Jacob and James dive deep into Arsenal’s present and future, international break weirdness, and the narratives shaping the season so far.
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James’ hottest take: Who to win the Champions League in style?
Debating Arteta’s pragmatism vs control after Liverpool and Madrid
Martin Ødegaard’s form, happiness, and evolving role with Eze & Zubimendi in the side...
Duration: 01:02:36THE DUGOUT | ARSENAL SESSION WITH SOUTH LONDON BAND, THE MANOR
Sep 05, 2025🎙️ The Dugout with Jacob Hawley
This week Jacob sits down with Johnny Dutch and Danny Graft from South London cult band The Manor. The conversation is a mix of music, South London culture, and of course — Arsenal’s present-day drama.
Expect talk about:
The rise of The Manor in London’s music scene 🎶
Arsenal’s summer moves: Gyökeres arriving, Eze as the marquee signing 🔴⚪
Madueke’s early impact and what he means for Martinelli’s future ⚡
Timber’s comeback and Calafiori bedding into the defence 🛡️
How Arsenal have gone from UCL preten...
Duration: 01:05:15NEGATIVE ARSENAL, SLAPPED DOWN AGAIN!
Sep 02, 2025If you’re getting this on Tuesday… you could’ve had it earlier 👀
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🎙️ ON THE WHISTLE: Liverpool (A)
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🥷 Gyökeres the anonymous
👑 Madueke with the KING performance
🛡️ Mosquera the GREAT
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Duration: 01:02:39DUGOUT CHAT | JACOB HAWLEY & SPECIAL GUEST HORATIO GOULD
Aug 28, 2025We’re debuting a brand-new format: Dugout Chat. Each week, Jacob Hawley sits down with some amazing voices in the culture to talk football, Arsenal, and everything in between.
For the first episode, Jacob is joined by comedian Horatio Gould (co-host of the Fin vs History podcast. @HoratioTheGould). They dive into life as Arsenal fans across eras, the emotional rollercoaster of following Arteta’s team, hot takes on transfers and players, and what makes the Arsenal fanbase unique in English football.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
⚽ Horatio’s hottest take: Nico Pepe?
... Duration: 00:51:39LEEDS DESTROYED - ON THE WHISTLE!
Aug 25, 2025Johnny and Pedro get stuck into a MONSTER On The Whistle, where we discuss:
Gyok off the mark!
Jurrien Timber, best left and right back
Injury nightmares continue...
Zubimendi and Dekkers finding their feet!
Max Dowman debut!
Madueke looking VERY good
Ethan... possibly not making it into Liverpool starting 11
Martinelli... 4th choice
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Duration: 01:11:38EMERGENCY PODCAST: KAI OUT / EZE IN!!!!!!!
Aug 21, 2025ARSENAL FANS, GET ON THIS RIGHT NOW!
We discuss the injury issues with Kai Havertz, then crack into the juiciest story of the window... EZE TO ARSENAL!
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Duration: 00:57:01MANCHESTER UNITED (A) - ON THE WHISTLE
Aug 19, 2025The very FIRST On the Whistle of the season has LANDED. It’s Pedro, JC, and Kandela. Discussions were spicy after a terrible looking AMAZING victory.
We discussed:
Gyokeres debut
Lack of Zubi / Declan chemistry
Odegaard’s new role
Timber looking crazy good
DAVID RAYA MOTM
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Duration: 01:05:40EZE AND RODRYGO ON THE ROCKS
Aug 14, 2025This week, Pedro is joined by Jacob Hawley and Johnny Cochrane for an early-bird therapy session packed with hot takes, transfer angst, and a sprinkle of schadenfreude. The lads gear up for Thursday’s iconic predictions episode — last year’s winner Johnny arrives smug and ready, Jacob’s sharpening his knives, and Pete’s quietly plotting an upset.
They dive deep into Arsenal’s transfer business, debating whether Eze or Rodrygo should be the final piece, how Berta’s sales game will define the summer, and if a shock Martinelli exit could unlock big moves. Spurs sniffing around Eze? It...
Duration: 01:04:36GYOKERES HUSHES THE DOUBTERS!
Aug 09, 2025Arsenal’s final pre-season game brought the spark we’d been waiting for — Big Vik GYOKERES silenced the doubters with a bruising, goal-filled display, Zubimendi oozed Cesc Fabregas energy in midfield, and Kai Havertz turned up looking like he’d spent the summer living in the gym. Pete and Johnny break down the key performances, the new-look attack, and why this win could be season-defining. We also dive into Maduweke’s surprise left-wing role, what it means for Martinelli, and how Arteta might rotate a now fully loaded squad heading into a brutal start to the Premier League season.
To g...
Duration: 01:05:18THERAPY SESSION: ANOTHER PRESEASON DOWNER?
Aug 07, 2025It's Thursday Therapy time, and the whole gang is in: Pedro, Matt, and Jacob dissect a very odd Arsenal preseason. From standout teen Max Dowman lighting up the Emirates to Viktor Gyokeres’ underwhelming first impression, there’s a lot to chew on.
We talk new signings, slow build-up play, chemistry issues, and that horseshoe of doom in possession. Jacob brings some in-stadium Guinness scouting, some ITK heat on Nonny Madueke, and Pedro bangs the table demanding a “NOW” team.
We also cover:
Defensive issues and preseason sloppiness
Tactical tweaks we wish Arteta w...
Duration: 00:56:18MAX DOWMAN SHOW
Jul 27, 2025Arsenal 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 and ready to bang
Defensive concerns – why do Arsenal concede with so few shots?
Kai Havertz – where does he fit when Gyökeres starts?
Spurs up next in pre-season – will Viktor make his d...
Duration: 00:54:22MONSTER EZE RUMORS - THE PERFECT SUMMER? (LATER DROP)
Jul 27, 2025It’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 the Wenger babies, the tattoo gamblers, and anyone who thinks 13 Premier League goals is “dreaming big.” We cover:
💥 Gyökeres takes the 14 — arrogance or alpha move?
🧠 Isak waits too long — did Arsenal dodge a bullet?<...
Duration: 01:01:23WINGFIELDER DREAMS FADING?
Jul 23, 2025Pedro 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 philosophical clash?
Eze, Rodrygo… or nothing?
Can Arsenal actually sell anyone?
The ghost of the war chest strikes again
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Duration: 00:55:07INTERVIEW SPECIAL: ICONIC NIKE ARSENAL KIT DESIGNER, DRAKE RAMBERG
Jul 21, 2025On 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 journey through his career—from growing up in Portland and falling in love with art and sport, to reshaping European football aesthetics with Nike.
We talk:
Cultural immersion and the design process at Nike...
Duration: 01:07:26MADUEKE, £48.5M, ARE YOU MAD?
Jul 18, 2025Pedro 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
Why Madueke might be more than just a backup to Bukayo Saka
Shifting recruitment philosophies under Berta
Comparisons to Sterling, Adebayor, and Jovinho (yes, that one...
Duration: 01:00:59CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL (EARLY BIRD) CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL
Jul 13, 2025This 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 👀
🎤 Life at Arsenal: Behind-the-scenes stories from Arsenal Nation, meeting Arsène Wenger, seething Europa League finals, and playing at the Emirates
⚡️ Media evolution: How Arsenal's content game has changed, why they’re the global benchma...
Duration: 01:13:50EZE DEAL ETHAN DEPENDENT? THERAPY SPECIAL WITH SAM DEAN (TELEGRAPH)
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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—spinning striker sagas, financial chess moves, and the future of Hale End's crown jewel, Ethan Nwaneri.
🔥 HOTTEST OF TAKES fly as we debate:
Is the "win-now" mindset a trap?
I...
Duration: 01:00:13THERAPY SESSION: TOMI EXITS, SESKO STALLS, HEINZE HIRED
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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 Arsenal by mutual consent 🇯🇵👋
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Duration: 01:01:42TRANSFER DEBRIEF: EZE, GYOKERES VS SESKO (AGAIN), KEPA, AND THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
Jul 04, 2025It’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 lays down the law: Martinelli must go.
Johnny backs the Eze for Ødegaard revolution.
🧤 We dive deep on Kepa’s signing – is it a smart piece of undervalued business or a...
Duration: 01:06:11EZE AND RODRYGO - IN ONE SUMMER?
Jul 02, 2025Matt 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 move?
Morgan Rogers vs. Eze – who would you pick?
A bit of love for Steve Parish (yes, really)
Kai Havertz system fit doubts growing?
Wh...
Duration: 00:40:36ISAK SHOCKER: ARE LFC MOVING ON STAR?
Jul 01, 2025This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Sunday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our:
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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 chaos of Arsenal’s summer transfer hunt. With murmurs that Liverpool are sniffing around Alexander Isak, what does it mean for Arsenal’s own plans? Are Sesko and Gyökeres still the main t...
Duration: 00:56:13THERAPY SESSION: NORGAARD AND MLS SIGN FOR ARSENAL!
Jun 26, 2025Strap 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 discuss the Real Madrid links, his elite mentality, and what it means for the academy pipeline.
Creative Midfield Void – Is Arsenal putting too much faith in youth? Would El-Khannous be a smart Vieira replacement...
Duration: 00:58:42ZUBI LANDS - BUT CAN ARSENAL WIN THE LEAGUE IF THAT'S IT?
Jun 22, 2025This 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 he the midfield destroyer we’re missing?
👀 Transfer window conspiracies – are Arsenal really trying to save on wages?
🧠 Trust in the process – or is the club being too Goldilocks with targ...
Duration: 01:04:20BOOK REVIEW: MY ARSENAL LIFE
Jun 20, 2025On 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 memories and the traumatic punishment that nearly broke his fandom 😢
Inside stories of missed signings — including Dennis Law and Danny Blanchflower
The parallels between George Graham and Mikel Arteta
His glowing take on Miles...
Duration: 00:47:35FIXTURE NIGHTMARE... AGAIN
Jun 18, 2025Johnny 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 “fixtures don’t matter”
We talk transfer urgency – will Arsenal get their striker in before it’s too late?
Devil’s advocate chat: is it better to face big boys early while fresh?
💥 THE SUMMER OF STRIKERS: WHO’S IN, WHO’S OUT?
Jun 13, 2025It’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, and a call for NFL-style squad sizes in the Premier League.
💡 We break down:
Ethan Nwaneri’s insane U21 form – could he be Saka 2.0?
Martinelli cooking for Brazil: too soon to give up?
KEPA SIGNS, SESKO HEATS UP, PARTEY'S EXIT LOOMS?
Jun 09, 2025It’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 young keepers at the club, and whether the Chelsea-rehab project is a low-risk stroke of genius or a recipe for chaos.
Then it's Sesko time. Is the Slovenian striker the new Lewandowski? Has Johnny had a...
Duration: 00:49:38RODRYGO-IS-A-GO-GO! | CROSSOVER THURSDAYS WITH @HIGHBURYSQUAD
Jun 06, 2025This 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 with BBC's Sami Mokbel, including updates on Saliba, Gabriel, and Zubimendi
The Trossard wage debate—how much is too much for a super sub?
Grealish vs Nico Williams: who would you take?
Tactical...
Duration: 01:08:52THERAPY SESSION - TWITCHY NEWS DAY. HOLD TIGHT!
Jun 04, 2025Join 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 struggles
Zubimendi's concerning quotes about his "idol" Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid links
The Benjamin Šeško saga dragging on with no clear resolution
Watching other clubs complete deals while Arsenal's targets remain uncertain
Th...
Duration: 00:52:15BENJAMIN SESKO IS THE ONE... ARE WE HAPPY?
May 31, 2025Join 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-scoring record, and whether he's the missing piece to Arsenal's title puzzle. Are we genuinely excited about this potential signing, or are there lingering doubts about splashing the cash on another young talent?
What We Cover:
⚽ Sesko vs Gyö...
Duration: 01:01:53THERAPY SESH - EUROPA DEBRIEF
May 23, 2025🎙️ 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 🎧
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Duration: 01:09:152ND PLACE FINISHED - WHY DOES IT FEEL FLAT?
May 20, 2025Here 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 hooked at halftime… what happened?
🫡 Dekkers dropping a captain’s performance
👕 Home kit review
🔍 A little look at the table…
If you like it, leave a nice comment. xxx 💬❤️
... Duration: 01:11:27RODRYGO TO ARSENAL - GOOD OR BAD?
May 15, 2025🔴 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 in the Premier League
The terrifying return of the “super-agent era” under Andrea Berta
Hot takes on Viktor Gyokeres, Nico Williams, and Rafael Leão
Why Real Madrid’s Rod...
Duration: 01:06:53MINNOWS TO MONSTERS IN 90 MINUTES
May 13, 2025The 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 and Kiwior concerns ✅ Why this result proves Arsenal’s mentality is rock solid
We also cover what’s next for the Gunners with Merino suspended, Trossard potentially injured, and Kai Havertz lurking for a big return. Oh… and we...
Duration: 01:02:12PSG SPECIAL - CAN WE WIN?
May 06, 2025The 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 memories to superstitions, they talk Timber’s fitness, Partey’s redemption arc, and why a 1-0 deficit might be the best possible motivator for this team. They break down the PSG pressure cooker, the Dembele fitness...
Duration: 00:58:30ARTETA MAKES DISASTROUS CHOICES - DO THEY MATTER?
May 05, 2025Matt, 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 💔🎧
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Duration: 01:03:06THERAPY SESSION: REVISITING ODEGAARD SLANDER
May 02, 2025Arsenal 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 football, and whether the atmosphere hype is helping or hurting.
They reflect on the TIFO drama, revisit the madness of Inter vs. Barcelona, and preview how Arsenal can turn the tide in Paris with Partey, tactical tw...
Duration: 01:02:48PSG THOUGHTS - JOHNNY SOLO SPECIAL
May 01, 2025The 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.
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Duration: 00:31:53🔓 PSG | BEFORE THE WHISTLE SPECIAL | UCL SEMI FINAL HYPE 🏆 | MATT & JOHNNY
Apr 28, 2025Surprise, 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 comeback against Lyon
🔥 PSG's recent wobbles — are they there for the taking?
🔥 Saka vs. Mendes: A battle that could define the tie
🔥 Why set-pieces could be Arsenal’s secret weapon
...
Duration: 01:13:13THERAPY SESSION | IAN WRIGHT SLANDER, TIFO-GATE, MERINO ON THE EDGE
Apr 27, 2025It’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?
🎭 TIFO-GATE explodes as Arsenal reject Ashburton Army’s design and opt for a corporate cannon drop. Fans vs. Club culture — who’s in the wrong?
💪 Ian Wright gets slandered and the boys ar...
Duration: 00:54:54PALACE BORE DRAW - DO WE CARE?
Apr 25, 2025Johnny 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.
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Duration: 01:08:37THERAPY SESSION: RETHINKING THE MADRID WIN
Apr 18, 2025The 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 silverware 👀 Declan Rice becoming a global icon 🔁 The Partey/Jorginho conundrum: keep or let go? 🛡️ Kiwior and Calafiori: squad depth or sell-high strategy? 🧙♂️ Martin Ødegaard’s evolving role and why he’s feeling less Ozil, more Cesc at Chelsea 🧨 Transfer wishlist... Duration: 01:03:01POWER 30: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE SPECIAL
Apr 16, 2025Pedro 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:
CAN ARSENAL WIN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE?
Apr 10, 2025Arsenal 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 thing?
🧠 The psychological power of iconic goals—did Rice unlock a new era?
🧤 Raya’s rise, Partey’s perfection, and Timber’s terrifying calmness
🔍 What we missed on the whistle (and why Madrid wer...
Duration: 01:06:32BONUS EPISODE: Johnny's Real Madrid Ratings
Apr 09, 2025🎙️ "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 Mbappé shut down
🎯 Mikel Moreno does striker things
🎧 And Mikel Arteta? A tactical masterclass
This episode has sizzling atmosphere breakdowns, individual player ratings so high they’d give nosebleeds, an...
Duration: 00:43:06SPECIAL EPISODE: MADRID (H) - BEFORE THE WHISTLE
Apr 07, 2025When 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 Ancelotti gets right… and what he doesn’t
💥 Bukayo Saka: primed to take over Europe?
🛡️ Why Arsenal's system (not just its stars) could be the real MVP
🎧 I...
Duration: 00:54:09PGMOL BULLDOZE ANOTHER ARSENAL GAME, DO WE CARE?
Apr 07, 2025Deep 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?
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Duration: 01:08:11SURGERY CURSE STRIKES AGAIN!
Apr 03, 2025Kiwior 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 ever-mounting injury list, and dreaming of wild tactical tweaks to survive Madrid. Should we be optimistic about Timber? Can Rice drop into the backline? Does Nico Williams solve the left-wing dilemma? And just how cooked is our str...
Duration: 01:00:08GABRIEL INJURY RUINS FULHAM WIN
Apr 03, 2025Pedro 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.
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Duration: 01:06:49POWER 30: ANDREA BERTA REACTION POD
Apr 01, 2025We'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 Ayto’s future matters more than you think Reading between the lines of *that* Athletic article Lessons from Raul Sanllehi and the dangers of “contacts guys” Evolving Arsenal’s transfer strategy – are we going bold or backwards? Sesko... Duration: 00:33:44STAR PLAYER TURNS DOWN REAL MADRID?
Mar 27, 2025🎙️ 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 years old. Already haunting Chelsea legends. John Terry's nightmare is our dream. Djed Spence gets cooked: Sunglasses indoors? Slating Martinelli? Spurs are in their “banter years” and we’re loving it. Win Now FC: What does Andrea Berta’s arrival mean? Isak, Zub... Duration: 00:48:17MYLES SILENCES HATERS!
Mar 23, 2025Myles 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 surprisingly juicy pod with a mix of hot takes, serious chat, and a massive shout to the AOP community.
🎖️ We kick things off celebrating a massive milestone — our silver YouTube trophy finally arrived (after three weeks marinating in the back of Pete’s car...
Duration: 00:56:12BIGGEST OF BIG ARSENAL TRANSFER RUMOR EXPLORED
Mar 20, 2025🎙️ 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 Newcastle might be forced to sell and why Isak is the perfect fit for Arteta’s Arsenal. 📉 Liverpool’s Form Slump – Did Arsenal drop out of the race too soon? Regrets over the West Ham & Man United results. ⚡ Miles Lewis-Skelly Debate – Why the b... Duration: 00:57:53WHAT SHOULD ARTETA CHANGE?
Mar 19, 2025This 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 Williams vs. Martinelli – Why do we think Nico will thrive at Arsenal when Martinelli could shine in Spain?
🔥 Mind games on international duty – Who's putting the work in ahead of the Champions League?
🔥 Arteta’s evolution – Should he...
Duration: 01:00:26🧠 THERAPY SESH: MADRID, THE PERFECT TIE?
Mar 13, 2025The 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.?
🔥 Saka at False 9? Martinelli central? Who makes the cut for the biggest game of the season?
Join Matt Kandela, Jacob Hawley, and Pete as they break it all down with their spiciest take...
Duration: 01:04:49SPORTING DIRECTOR LINK: PERFECT FIT? OR CLASH OF RELIGION?
Mar 06, 2025Good 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:
⚽ Champions League Madness – Can we actually go all the way? Or is this a glorious fever dream?
🏆 Momentum in the Premier League – Why that PSV performance could be the boost we need to s...
Duration: 01:05:49GROUND ZERO REBOOT
Mar 03, 2025🎙️ 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 & Martinelli—time to cash in?
💥 Arsenal’s next Sporting Director—will we actually get it right?
The vibes? Frustration, hard truths, and just a little bit of hope. If you need group th...
Duration: 01:09:33THURSDAY THERAPY: SEASON OVER?
Feb 27, 2025🎙️ 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 we let this slip? Midfield meltdown – Rice, Odegaard, and the missing chemistry No No.9, No Party – the January transfer failure that’s killing us Calafiori conundrum – luxury player or misfit? Odegaard’s ghost season – where’s our captai... Duration: 00:56:51THURSDAY THERAPY: SEASON OVER?
Feb 27, 2025🎙️ 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 we let this slip? Midfield meltdown – Rice, Odegaard, and the missing chemistry No No.9, No Party – the January transfer failure that’s killing us Calafiori conundrum – luxury player or misfit? Odegaard’s ghost season – where’s our captai... Duration: 00:58:51TITLE RACE OVER - WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT?
Feb 24, 2025Arsenal 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.
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Duration: 01:08:53🧠 THERAPY: TITLE RACE TWIST? ARSENAL BACK IN THE HUNT!
Feb 20, 2025The vibes are shifting, and Arsenal are right in the mix again! On this episode of The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, Pedro, Jacob Hawley, and Matt Kandela dive into the latest twist in the Premier League title race.
Liverpool Wobbling? Arne Slot's side are showing cracks—are they about to bottle the league? Manchester City’s Humiliation: Can Pep’s side bounce back from their Champions League exit and do Arsenal a favor? Arsenal’s Underdog Story: Mikel Moreno stepping up as a No. 9, Ethan Nwaneri’s rise, and how the Gunners are grinding out results despite injuries. The Big Weeken... Duration: 00:58:37