Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

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The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas (Gunnerblog), Art de Roche and comedian Ian Stone bring you a twice-weekly podcast dedicated to Arsenal Football Club. They'll bring you reaction to all the games, expert insight into the inner-workings of the club, including transfers and contracts, and analysis on the women's team too. read less

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Introducing the Daily Football Briefing

Introducing the Daily Football Briefing

The Athletic has just launched its brand new, daily 10 minute podcast for all those people who are just too busy in the mornings for anything longer. It’s called The Daily Football Briefing and will bring you right up to speed with the biggest stories from the night before and what to expect from the day ahead. Missed a big transfer story? David Ornstein will have you covered. What’s the latest about that club’s takeover saga? Matt Slater will have the latest. What’s Lionel Messi getting up to in MLS? Our American experts will know best. It’s your essential guide to the biggest stories in football - all wrapped up before you’ve finished your first cup of coffee. Follow and subscribe to The Athletic’s Daily Football Briefing for free wherever you get your podcasts so you don’t miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episodes

3 points at the Lane, again

3 points at the Lane, again

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's third consecutive away north London derby win, for the first time since September 1988. It was Gabriel Magalhães on the scoresheet on a day where Mikel Arteta's side defended superbly. The panel talk about the similarities to George Graham's '91 title winning side, with focus on both David Raya and Jurrien Timber's performances. Plus, we look ahead to the return of the Champions League and celebrate our man of the match - Arsenal's young mascot. Produced by Jay Beale. Join the WhatsApp channel here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoGKTbGOj9jyKeXVe33 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three more years of Arteta & NLD preview

Three more years of Arteta & NLD preview

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to talk all things Arsenal ahead of Sunday's North London derby. With Rice suspended, Merino and now Odegaard injured, Arsenal will be without arguably their first choice midfield - the panel discuss the options and solutions. Plus, David Ornstein drops by with the details of Mikel Arteta's new contract and we cheers to another three years with our beloved manager. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 weeks until Handbrake Live!

2 weeks until Handbrake Live!

In just two weeks time Handbrake Off returns to Leicester Square Theatre! Life-long Gooners Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas and former Arsenal number 29 (1995/96 and 1996/97 seasons) Adrian Clarke will look back on a remarkable year for the Arsenal. They’ll assess the start of the new campaign and how the new summer signings are settling in, and dare to dream about making an even bigger impact in the Champions League in the 9 months ahead. Plus, there’ll be stories from the glory, glory days about Dennis, Wrighty, TA and all your favourite Arsenal heroes - as well as stories far too salacious for the regular pod. Join us on Monday 23rd September, tickets available from the link below. https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/handbrake-off/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learnings from Brighton draw & Sterling's arrival

Learnings from Brighton draw & Sterling's arrival

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 1-1 draw at home to Brighton. The panel assess Declan Rice's controversial red card, discussing both the referee's decision and whether Arsenal could have responded better when down to 10 men. Plus - Raheem Sterling's arrival and a look ahead to the Champions League following last weeks draw. Produced by Jay Beale. Live show tickets: https://leicestersquaretheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873646240/events/128539366/seats?zone=Main+House Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mikel Merino, Brighton preview, will Arsenal sign a forward?

Mikel Merino, Brighton preview, will Arsenal sign a forward?

With Stoney on the bench in need of a rest, Adrian steps into the role of host with versatility Mikel Arteta would be proud of. Clarkey's joined by James McNicholas and Art de Roché to talk Mikel Merino's arrival, Fabio Vieira's departure, and what to expect from Fabian Hürzeler's side this weekend. Plus, will Arsenal sign a forward before the window shuts on Friday and which former Gunner would the panel love to see back at the Emirates? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A statement victory at Villa Park

A statement victory at Villa Park

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 2-0 victory at Villa Park. The panel talk that David Raya save, a grumpy but clinical Leandro Trossard, and the Rolls Royce that is William Saliba. Plus yet more reasons to love Ben White, and which past Arsenal player would make the best bodyguard? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transfer latest & Villa preview

Transfer latest & Villa preview

James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to talk transfers, the PFA awards, and look ahead to Aston Villa on Saturday. The panel discuss the futures of Eddie Nketiah and Aaron Ramsdale, and talk about the potential arrival of Mikel Merino. Plus, after losing both league games to Unai Emery's side last season, what can Mikel Arteta do differently this time around? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saka & Havertz shine in perfect start

Saka & Havertz shine in perfect start

Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché join Ian Stone, to reflect on Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Wolves on the opening day of the 24/25 season. The panel talk Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz - who were the standouts performers in attack - and David Raya, who made a sensational save in the first half. Plus, we remember Arsenal legend Kevin Campbell, and talk about Jonas Eidevall's change of approach ahead of the WSL season. Produced by Jay Beale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24/25 Preview: Hopes, dreams, & expectations

24/25 Preview: Hopes, dreams, & expectations

Ian Stone is joined by James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke to preview Arsenal's 24/25 campaign. The panel talk key fixtures, players they want to see more of, and where Mikel Arteta's side can improve. Plus, ambitions and aspirations for the new season, and a look ahead to Saturday's opener against Wolves. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Set piece FC, Ødegaard magic, do Arsenal need an authentic #9?

Set piece FC, Ødegaard magic, do Arsenal need an authentic #9?

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Lyon, the final game of pre-season. Set pieces proved key once again with goals from Saliba and Gabriel, courtesy of two brilliant Declan Rice deliveries. The panel discuss if set pieces will carry the same threat this season, and how Mikel Arteta might set up against Wolves. Plus, can Arsenal win the Premier League title without an authentic No 9? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back at the Emirates & AFC supporters clubs

Back at the Emirates & AFC supporters clubs

Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's first match back at the Emirates. Granit Xhaka made a return to North London, as the Gunners beat Bayer Leverkusen 4-1. Plus, 5 years of Mikel Arteta, and an appreciation for the 179 Arsenal supporters clubs around the world. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S tour, Calafiori's arrival, goodbye Smith Rowe

U.S tour, Calafiori's arrival, goodbye Smith Rowe

Handbrake Off returns for all things pre-season, with Ian Stone, Adrian Clarke and Art de Roché. The panel discuss Arsenal's defensive combinations with new signing Riccardo Calafiori and fit again Jurrien Timber. James McNicholas drops by with updates from the U.S tour, where academy prospects Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly are shining. Plus, we say goodbye to Emile Smith Rowe with the midfielder set to join Fulham in a deal worth £34m. Produced by Jay Beale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Handbrake Live returns!

Handbrake Live returns!

Handbrake Off returns to Leicester Square Theatre after a remarkable year for Mikel Arteta’s team. Life-long Gooners Ian Stone, Amy Lawrence, James McNicholas and former Arsenal number 29 (1995/96 and 1996/97 seasons) Adrian Clarke will look back on a remarkable year for the Arsenal. They’ll assess the start of the new campaign and how the new summer signings are settling in, and dare to dream about making an even bigger impact in the Champions League in the 9 months ahead. Plus, there’ll be stories from the glory, glory days about Dennis, Wrighty, TA and all your favourite Arsenal heroes - as well as stories far too salacious for the regular pod. Join us on Monday 23rd September, tickets available from the link below. https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/handbrake-off/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

89 points & end of season awards

89 points & end of season awards

For one last time this season join Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, and Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal reaching 89 points in the Premier League. The panel look back at the highlights and lowlights of this wonderful campaign, choosing their player of the season, goal of the season, moment they wished could be different plus many, many more. All on this final episode of Handbrake Off (for this season!) Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Arsenal take it to the final day

The Arsenal take it to the final day

Art de Roché and Jordan Campbell join Ian Stone to look ahead to the visit of Everton, as Arsenal look to end the season with 89 points. The panel reflect on the progress this season, and look at where the team can improve again next campaign. We cross everything for a Moyes masterclass, and discuss the aftermath of Spurs' defeat to City. Plus, Art & Jordan pick their player of the season and we say goodbye to an Arsenal legend, Vivianne Miedema. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One-nil at Old Trafford - Trossard again

One-nil at Old Trafford - Trossard again

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's one-nil victory at Old Trafford, taking the title race to the final day. It was our 27th victory this season, the most we've ever managed in the Premier League. William Saliba was monstrous at the back, while Leandro Trossard was on the scoresheet yet again, clutch. Plus, how do the panel feel about supporting Spurs, as Manchester City head to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Tuesday. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Squad Audit: where do Arsenal upgrade this summer?

Squad Audit: where do Arsenal upgrade this summer?

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for a squad audit. The panel discuss where Arsenal should look to improve this summer, including who should be sold to raise funds. Plus, two games remain in our push for the title, how do Arsenal approach Sunday's visit to Old Trafford? Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Declan Rice, we got him half price

Declan Rice, we got him half price

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Bournemouth, keeping the pressure on Manchester City. The Gunners equalled last season's tally of 26 wins and 88 goals scored, while David Raya confirmed the Golden Glove. The panel talk Bukayo Saka's mentality, and discuss where Declan Rice is best suited after another man of the match performance. Plus, questionable decisions, the super Leandro Trossard, and we hear from Art de Roché on Arsenal's dramatic victory in the WSL. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should Arsenal sell Gabriel Jesus?

Should Arsenal sell Gabriel Jesus?

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss the future of Arsenal's number 9. Gabriel Jesus looks a far cry from the player who took us to a new level in the first half of last season, with only four Premier League goals this campaign. Have this team out grown him, and should Mikel Arteta look to sell? Or can he get back to the form we know he's capable of? Plus, what could Jorginho's contract offer mean for Thomas Partey, and a look ahead to Saturday's home fixture against Bournemouth... Let's hope it's less stressful than last time. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Havertz and Saka shine in absurd north London derby

Havertz and Saka shine in absurd north London derby

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on another ludicrous north London derby, as Arsenal beat Spurs 3-2 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mikel Arteta's side have showed their maturity since the defeats to Villa and Bayern, and the win over Spurs emphasised their resilience. Despite not being at our best, including gifting Spurs two goals, we held on for a deserved and incredibly important win. The panel discuss stand-out performers Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka, with the former having his best week in an Arsenal shirt to date. Plus, St Totteringham's day, Ben White's antics, and Mikel Arteta's 'Untouchables'. 3 cup finals down, 3 to go... Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices