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FootyNotes Podcast#71. Arsenal OutgoingsIn this episode, we delve into Arsenal's transfer strategy, focusing on the challenges and successes of their player sales. We examine how Arsenal's approach compares to that of other clubs, such as Liverpool and Chelsea, by analyzing the balance between maintaining a family club ethos and achieving financial sustainability. Join us as we discuss key player movements, the impact of high wages, and the lessons Arsenal can learn from their rivals to improve their transfer dealings. Tune in for an insightful analysis of the Gunners' transfer market maneuvers.
2025-09-0328 minFootyNotes Podcast#70. EURO 2024 - Day 2 | Spain & Italy win in Group B openers!In this episode, I share my thoughts on SPAIN 3 - 0 CROATIA & ITALY 2 - 1 ALBANIA.
2024-06-1626 minFootyNotes Podcast#69. Euro 2024 opener | Germany thrashes Scotland 5-1!The Germans dominated the tournament opener. The performance would have left the hosts feeling confident for the remainder of the group stages. Musiala was the star of the show, but special mentions for Toni Kroos, Wirtz, and Gundogan who shone for the host nation.
2024-06-1524 minFootyNotes Podcast#68. FootyNotes Podcast | Player Review: Assessing Arsenal's Season PerformanceSummary
Bonisile reviews the Arsenal season player by player, starting with the goalkeepers and moving through the defense and midfield to the forwards. He gives each player a rating based on their performances and contributions throughout the season.
2024-06-0733 min
FootyNotes Podcast#67. Champions League Final | Real Madrid beat Borussia Dortmund to win 15th UCL titleReal Madrid make History with their 15th Champions League Title.
A perfect farewell for Toni Kroos as he wins his 6th Champions League [5th with Real Madrid]
Carlo Ancelloti is an exceptional Coach/Manager.
Dortmund only have themselves to blame because they were wasteful with their chances.
2024-06-0229 minFootyNotes Podcast#66. FootyNotes Podcast | Kai & Declan shine in Arsenal 3 - 0 BournemouthChapters
00:00 Arsenal Keeps Title Race Alive
04:09 Kai Havertz Shines for Arsenal
07:39 Declan Rice's Growth and Versatility
21:49 Questionable Referee Decisions
29:00 Arsenal's Title Hopes Depend on Winning
29:27 Other Notable Football News
Summary
Arsenal prolongs the title race with a 3-0 win against Bournemouth. Kai Havertz shines as a different player and contributes in all phases of the game. Declan Rice's growth and versatility make him a valuable asset for Arsenal. The referee's decisions and the performance of both teams are questioned. Arsenal's...
2024-05-0428 minFootyNotes Podcast#65. FootyNotes Podcast | North London Derby Instant ReactionArsenal take all three points at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. The gunners were in total control at 3-0 when an error from David Raya changed the moment of the game. Tottenham took the lifeline and tried to make a game of it but the Gunners held on to win 3-2 at the end.
2024-04-2814 minFootyNotes Podcast#64. FootyNotes Podcast | NLD Preview + Title Race TalkIn this episode, I reflect on the midweek games the three premier league title contenders played and look ahead to the North London Derby.
2024-04-2725 minFootyNotes Podcast#63. FootyNotes Podcast | Instant Reaction | Arsenal 5 - 0 ChelseaIn this episode, I share my instant reaction to Arsenal's 5 - 0 thrashing of Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium as the Gooners keep their slim title hopes alive ahead of the North London Derby.
2024-04-2423 minFootyNotes Podcast#62. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal Handle Business away at WolvesIn this episode, I take a look at the impact of the run of games on the Arsenal regular starter. I talk about my observations on Mikel Arteta's growth as a manager. Reflect on an improved contribution from the left side of Arsenal's team at Wolves and guess what Arteta might do with his team for the Chelsea game at the Emirates.
2024-04-2326 min
FootyNotes Podcast#61. FootyNotes Podcast | UEFA Champions League Final & Rumored Arsenal Incoming TransfersIn this episode, I revisit the Champions League Final between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Arsenal has been linked with several players but has not announced any incomings yet besides Elneny's contract extension. There is talk of Eddie Nketiah's possible contract renewal. I also share my opinions on reported striker targets.
2022-05-3025 minFootyNotes Podcast#60. FootyNotes Podcast | Time to reflect and act fast for Arsenal after 5-1 win over Everton.In this episode, I briefly talk about the final day win against Everton and then turn the focus to a big picture look at Arsenal's season. What did they do well and not do well? Celebrations and missed opportunities.
2022-05-2338 minFootyNotes Podcast#59. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal 2 - 1 Leeds United.In this episode, I talk about the positive mood around Arsenal, and the nerves that we have when these boys play because of the depth of our investment in their success. I look at how squad players have risen to prominence during the 4 consecutive wins. The atmosphere in the Emirates. I also discuss how Arteta's coaching and leadership warranted the contract extension. Arsenal Football Club is trending in the right direction, even if they don't make the top 4.
2022-05-1031 minFootyNotes Podcast#58. FootyNotes Podcast | Will Arteta stick or twist as Europa Semis affect top 4 race?Arsenal and Tottenham play opponents who were involved in the European semifinals this evening. The state of those semifinal ties will affect how West Ham and Leicester City will play their upcoming premier league fixtures this week. What should Mikel Arteta do with his team selection? I share my thoughts on this topic and talk about the possibility of 3 European Champions from England this season.
2022-04-2929 minFootyNotes Podcast#57. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal 3 - 1 Manchester UnitedThis is an instant reaction Episode to the madness that just took place at the Emirates stadium as Arsenal won a second straight game and potentially knocked Manchester United out of the top 4 Race for this season. Still early to be definitive about the state of the top 4 because there are some complicated games to negotiate for all teams in the running for the 4th spot.
2022-04-2327 minFootyNotes Podcast#56. FootyNotes Podcast | Chelsea 2 - 4 Arsenal EpisodeIn this episode, I reflect on what was a surprising Arsenal win away at Chelsea. Mikel Arteta and his young Arsenal side needed to get something out of this game and they did just that as they found some unlikely heroes in Elneny, Nketiah, Tavares, and Holding. The normal starters did their part as well in this win but the squad players showed up when it counted. Now Arsenal has to follow this impressive win with another one against a wounded Manchester United that will be looking to bounce back from their humiliation at Anfield.
2022-04-2333 minFootyNotes Podcast#55. FootyNotes Podcast | Preview Chelsea vs ArsenalIn this episode, I will discuss what Arsenal can do to try to stop the bleeding as they go into the daunting challenge of facing Chelsea and Manchester United in a space of 3 days. Their January Transfer Decisions will be felt more in the remaining 7 games. In the previous 3 games, the gunners had a talent upper hand even with the loss of important players but in the next two games, they will be at a talent deficit. How will Mikel Arteta solve this problem?
2022-04-1836 minFootyNotes Podcast#54. FootyNotes Podcast | What to make of the Arsenal project after 3rd straight defeat at SouthamptonIn this episode, I share thoughts on Arsenal's challenges after they lost 1-0 at Southampton in what was their 3rd straight loss after the international break.
2022-04-1832 minFootyNotes Podcast#53. FootyNotes Podcast | An All English Champions League Final on the cards as City and Liverpool advance to the Semi-finals.In this episode, I share thoughts on the champions league quarter-final ties as well as make predictions for the semi-finals.
2022-04-1430 min
FootyNotes Podcast#52. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal 1 - 2 Brighton - Post Match Reaction after 2 straight lossesIn this episode, I share some post-match thoughts after a 2nd loss in a week for Arsenal. This is a really bad week and as things stand - one wonders how Arsenal get themselves out of this hole with 8 matches left in the season.
2022-04-0932 minFootyNotes Podcast#51. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal, What Next, after gutting 3-0 loss at Palace and Injuries to Key Players?00:00 - 10:00 Making sense of the Palace defeat
10:00 - What can Arteta do to cover for Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey?
2022-04-0732 min
FootyNotes Podcast#50. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal Interlull TINGZIn this episode, I discuss Saka's break, Mikel Arteta's growth as a leader on his 40th birthday, Patrick Vieira's induction to the Premier League Hall of Fame, Martinelli, and Saliba international debuts, TORREIRA, Aubameyang, GUENDOUZI, and more.
2022-03-2628 minFootyNotes Podcast#49. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal stay in top 4 with Win at Aston Villa.The gunners are developing nicely under Arteta. The team is bonding, building character, playing consistent football, and getting better at closing out games. The race for top four will be tough but Arsenal aren’t shying away from the challenge.
2022-03-2140 minFootyNotes Podcast#48. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool, No moral Victories but gunners are improving.All is not lost at Arsenal after yet another defeat to a top 3 team. The three moments that defined the game in what was a good team performance. The standout performances. The schedule challenges. Thoughts on Cilla away.
2022-03-1733 minFootyNotes Podcast#47. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal vs Leicester Pre-Match episodeIn this episode, I talk about Team News, Team form, The challenges of playing 3 games in 6 days, Health concerns for the squad, Squad depth, And more.
2022-03-1120 minFootyNotes Podcast# 46. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal go goal happy with slick offensive play but that defense though.I’m this episode, I talk about the beautiful goals Arsenal scored in this game, Alex Lacazette, Martinelli, Saka, and Odegaard. I look at the pros and cons of Arsenal’s new set up for games and share thoughts on the top 4 race.
2022-03-0837 minFootyNotes Podcast#45. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal’s transformation on and off the pitch is evident.In this episode I talk about the changes we have seen at Arsenal since the middle of December. The loanees are doing well and it seems the club is doing a better job of setting up loans that are good for the players. The overall strategy seems more coherent for recruitment, playing, coaching and player development.
2022-03-0330 min
FootyNotes Podcast#44. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal win 3 in a Row as covid hits Premier League fixturesIn this episode, I look at the development of Arteta's Arsenal young gunners by looking at some patterns that have become clearer in the 3-win run. Relationships/Partnerships that are flourishing all over the pitch and finally senior players who are stepping up to the plate and giving the youngsters a platform to thrive.
2021-12-1939 min
FootyNotes Podcast#43. FootyNotes Podcast | Arsenal 3 - 0 Southampton - The AFC Rollercoaster season brought smiles today after Everton nightmareIn this episode, I discuss Arsenal's weird week. The many personalities and faces of this Arsenal team. The team went from a flat and apologetic performance away at Everton to battering Southampton at the Emirates Stadium today without Aubameyang. It is going to be a long ride for all Arsenal lovers this season.
2021-12-1129 minFootyNotes Podcast#42. FootyNotes Podcast | Man United 3 - 2 Arsenal Review and a look at Everton Trip Solutions.In this episode, I look at the missed opportunity at Old Trafford. I talk about the systemic problem that is rooted in midfield but shows more glaringly in Arsenal's defensive and offensive thirds. Arsenal needs to do something about the mentality that gets them in trouble every time they score the go-ahead goal.
2021-12-0429 minFootyNotes Podcast#41. FootyNotes Podcast | Premier League - Preview of All Match Day 13 FixturesIn this episode, I talk about this week's upcoming fixtures, make predictions, take a look at how the managerial talent in the Premier League changes the landscape of the League.
Arsenal vs Newcastle
Liverpool vs Southampton
Norwich vs Wolves
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Brighton vs Leeds United
Brentford vs Everton
Manchester City vs West Ham
Leicester City vs Watford
Burnley vs Tottenham
Chelsea vs Manchester United
2021-11-2629 minFootyNotes Podcast#40. FootyNotes Podcast | Liverpool 4 - 0 Arsenal, An Anfield Baptism for Arteta's young gunnersIn this episode, I discuss the following,
1. What this 4-0 loss tells us about Arsenal's young team
2. Arsenal's problems on the ball gave their really good defense no reprieve and eventually wore them out.
3. These young boys are courageous. Nuno is one example but there were many more.
4. Thomas Partey.
2021-11-2329 minFootyNotes Podcast#39. FootyNotes Podcast | 🏴 Premier League Match Week 10 - Round Up.A look at all of the Premier League matches from the 10th Match Day.
Ole survives the sack at Nuno's expense.
Burnley wins their first game of the season.
Brighton gives Liverpool problems.
Arsenal wins away to Leicester.
Palace takes all 3 points at the Etihad.
Wolves continue their impressive run with a win over Everton on MNF.
2021-11-0329 minFootyNotes Podcast#38. FootyNotes Podcast | 🇪🇸 La Liga Show - New Coach, Same Old Barca. Real Sociedad at the top of the League Table.A look at the round of La Liga fixtures from the weekend of Halloween.
Barcelona draw at home to Alaves 😩
Valencia takes all 3 points in the derby against Villareal.
2021-11-0325 min
FootyNotes Podcast#37. FootyNotes Podcast | Leicester 0 - 2 Arsenal, Ramsdale has a performance for the ages.In this episode, I discuss Arsenal's impressive win away at Leicester.
Early goals.
Trusting the defense.
Relationships appear to be strengthening all around the pitch for Mikel Arteta's men [on both sides of the ball]
Back 3 issues seem to be solved in the last two games as the gunners force opponents to abandon the back 3 structure at half-time, score 5 goals, and concede 1 in the two games.
2021-11-0130 minFootyNotes Podcast#36. FootyNotes Podcast | 🇩🇪 Bundesliga Focus & Leicester vs Arsenal PredictionIn this episode, I am venturing into German Bundesliga territory.
I talk about a few things that are special players in the League.
I also look at a couple of surprises after 9 games.
Leicester vs Arsenal chatter.
2021-10-3027 minFootyNotes Podcast#35. Midweek Special | Cup Tie Shocks in Germany & England; Barca Sack Koeman; Juventus lose to SassuoloA look at EFL results as Manchester City loses a Carabao Cup tie for the first time in nearly 5 years,
Barcelona's sacking of Koeman,
Juventus loses to Sassuolo,
Arsenal advance to the quarter-final while giving much-needed minutes to squad players who needed them. Martinelli & Pepe failed to force Arteta's hand for selection. AMN shined in midfield.
And more...............
2021-10-2834 minFootyNotes Podcast#34. Match Day 9 | 🏴 Premier League Round-UpIn this episode, I talk about the Premier League matches from the last round of fixtures. Manchester United and Everton were embarrassed in front of their home fans as they shipped 5 goals.
Chelsea 7 - 0 Norwich
Brighton 1 - 4 Man City
Palace 1 - 1 Newcastle
Leeds 1 - 1 Wolves
Southampton 2 - 2 Burnley
Everton 2 - 5 Watford
Brentford 1 - 2 Leicester
West Ham 1 - 0 Spurs
Man United 0 - 5 Liverpool
2021-10-2630 min
FootyNotes Podcast#33. Arsenal Respond emphatically to critics with 3-1 thrashing of Aston VillaIn this episode, I look at the Arsenal win over Aston Villa at the Emirates on Match Day 9. After coming for some Criticism Mikel Arteta and his young Arsenal team responded in an emphatic fashion to silence critics.
I do a review of key contributions made by all players in the starting 11, The referee - Craig Pawson, and Mikel Arteta with his coaching staff. I decided to do a more in-depth review of each contributor without giving a number - I thought this way I would be forced to be more descriptive with what I am saying a...
2021-10-2555 min
FootyNotes Podcast#32. Arsenal Notes | More questions than answers for fans as Arsenal snatch a late point vs Vieira's Palace?Why did Arsenal struggle against Crystal Palace?
Back-footedness on and off the ball was a theme in this game - I discuss moments that indicate this back-foot mindset and how it hurt us.
Discussion of KEY MOMENTS.
LEADERSHIP and ON THE PITCH PROBLEM-SOLVERS.
Running off the ball and giving teammates options for passing lanes.
Arsenal's rigidity.
Is the project stalling?
2021-10-2028 minFootyNotes Podcast#31. Newca$$hle |Steve Bruce has the biggest transfer budget 📈, Ownership, Governance structure, and all sorts of Footy Jibber Jabber.In this episode, I am joined by the Swift Kicks Podcast trio of Ben, Alex, and Steve to talk about the Newcastle takeover and a whole variety of topics. I apologize for the sound of my voice. I was loud and sounded a bit mad 😠 - I swear I was not. I had never recorded a podcast in this way before.
We talk about the journey of these 3 awesome podcasters and how they came about. They shared bits of their individual stories as football fans and how they came together to create their podcast.
We talke...
2021-10-161h 24FootyNotes Podcast#30. Arsenal Notes| Reviewing The Ramsdale signing.This episode is all about Aaron Ramsdale.
Thought on Arsenal's signing of the player.
What critics said.
What he has done since arriving at Arsenal.
2021-10-1127 minFootyNotes Podcast#29. NewCa$$$$TLE United TakeoverIn this episode, I do a think-aloud session about the Newcastle United Takeover.
I talk about the hypocrisy and fear of the footballing world, the unsustainable sugar-daddy model of success in football.
Let's give the Newcastle fans a break because most of us would feel the same or similar to them after Mike Ashley's tenure.
The flaws in the current structures of governance.
The billionaires are in the building and they are here to stay it would appear.
Jack Wilshere training at Arsenal
France vs Belgium.
2021-10-1030 minFootyNotes Podcast#28. Arsenal Notes|Brighton 0-0, Back 3 struggle theme, what to make of the season so farIn this episode, I discuss some of the overarching themes of Arsenal's season so far. One of them is clearly a challenge of working out defensive assignments against teams that play with 3 at the back systems as demonstrated by the performances of Canos vs Brentford, James vs Chelsea, AND Cucurella vs Brighton. I also look at what is going well so far for Arteta's young team.
2021-10-0630 min
FootyNotes Podcast#27. Arsenal 3 - 1 Tottenham | North London Is Red! New heroes emerging at the Emirates?Reaction as Arsenal totally demolished their North London Rivals at the Emirates Stadium.
2021-09-2937 minFootyNotes Podcast# 26. Arsenal vs Tottenham Preview - The first NLD of the season.In this episode, I preview the NLD, talk about the two managers going into game, team news, SPURS so far this season, ARSENAL so far this season, the new signings, the meaning of a win and/or loss in this game, and team identity.
2021-09-2540 min
FootyNotes Podcast#25. Arsenal | Arteta’s KINGS of The North Grind a 1-0 win away at BurnleyA look at Arsenal’s away win and clean sheet away to Burnley. I look at how Arsenal dealt with Burnley’s threat and nullified it well. I look at players who I think were pivotal in achieving this shut out. A look at how the team is evolving, emerging leaders, emerging options and solutions for different situations.
2021-09-2147 minFootyNotes Podcast#24. Rapid-fire Premier League Previews & Predictions plus a closer look at Arsenal's Away trip to Burnley.In this episode, I look at the upcoming Premier League fixtures [Match Day 5]. I do a rapid-fire round of predictions for all games taking place in this round of fixtures and take a deeper look at the Arsenal game at Burnley.
2021-09-1731 minFootyNotes Podcast#23. The Champions League Is Back as United & PSG suffer shock results in Week 1.A quick round-up of the Champions League results and a look at the Man United and Barcelona games.
2021-09-1719 minFootyNotes Podcast#22. Arsenal get first goal, clean sheet, & win vs Norwich | Plus Premier League Round up.In this episode, I give post-match thoughts on several games that took places today in the premier league and an in-depth look at Arsenal’s 1 - 0 win over Norwich. Crystal Palace 3 - 0 Tottenham Hotspur; Watford 0 - 2 Wolves; Brentford 0 - 1 Brighton; Leicester 0 - 1 Manchester City.
2021-09-1149 minFootyNotes Podcast#21. Reaction to Edu’s Interview Explaining Arsenal’s transfer window strategy.Arsenal technical director Edu speaks to the club's media team and sits for an exclusive interview with Geoff Shreeves from Sky Sports. I recorded this episode live and was joined by Alex B a fellow football man I have never met before and we talked about a few things related to the Arsenal project and Mikel Arteta. Cheers to him for joining and to everyone who listened live.
2021-09-051h 24
FootyNotes Podcast#20. Man City 5 - 0 Arsenal: Shout out to the Match Going Fans | "You're Nothing Special, We lose every week!!" 🎶 🎼 🎵After what has been a week to forget in the history of the club, I share my opinions of what is wrong at Arsenal right now. What do Arsenal need to do in order to move forward and Arteta's role in the problem and solution if he wants to find one to the mess that surrounds arsenal right now.
I made a guest appearance on the Swift Kicks Podcast @realswiftkick swiftkickspod.com - check them out.
2021-08-2930 min
Swift Kicks PodcastSwift Kicks Podcast Episode 2.11What Man United need to close the gap on City. Nice & Marseille duke it out during the malice in the French Riviera. And an interview with Bonisile Ntlemeza - host of The FootyNotes Podcast - on fixing Arsenal, the latest around the Premier League, how his upbringing in South Africa shaped his view of world football, and the unique angles his podcast seeks to explore.
Check out swiftkickspod.com for more.
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2021-08-261h 08Swift Kicks PodcastSwift Kicks Podcast Episode 2.11What Man United need to close the gap on City. Nice & Marseille duke it out during the malice in the French Riviera. And an interview with Bonisile Ntlemeza - host of The FootyNotes Podcast - on fixing Arsenal, the latest around the Premier League, how his upbringing in South Africa shaped his view of world football, and the unique angles his podcast seeks to explore.
Check out swiftkickspod.com for more.
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2021-08-261h 08FootyNotes Podcast#19. Arsenal 0 - 2 Chelsea - Lukaku and the Blues have their way with Arteta's Arsenal.In this episode,
00:00 - 16:00 I talk about the majority of the premier league games that took place this past weekend.
17:00 to the end, I talk about Arsenal's game against Chelsea, what is the manager trying to do? He seems to want to have a perfect platform to have his team play well. This is not going to happen. He needs to figure out how to get his B and C players performing at the maximum of their potential. After the Watford game at the beginning of November, we will learn a lot more about what A...
2021-08-2444 minFootyNotes Podcast#18. Arsenal | Odegaard & Ramsdale are GUNNERS, AUBA & LACA absence explained, Chelsea game, and moreIn this episode, we talk about the players' mental health/wellness and how it affects performance. The revelations about the COVID cases at Arsenal inspired this brief part of the episode. Players are attached to their teammates and such an illness striking a few of them must have had an impact on some if not all of them. Especially, when one considers that the players who did get sick were really important and influential figures in the squad.
I also talk about the signings of Martin Odegaard and Aaron Ramsdale and share some thoughts about these deals a...
2021-08-2243 minFootyNotes Podcast#17. Premier League Opening weekend observations and Sorry Arsenal stung by Brentford 🐝 🐝 🐝Brentford made their return to the big stage after a 74-year absence, they treated themselves and their fans to a big win against Arsenal. Arsenal looked unprepared in this encounter. They had last-minute major player losses but this was not good enough in terms of effort either. I also talk about the impressive performances of several standout teams and managers from the rest of the opening weekend fixtures.
Tottenham vs Manchester City;
Manchester United vs Leeds United;
Everton vs Southampton
Newcastle vs West Ham;
2021-08-1748 min
FootyNotes Podcast#16. Arsenal | Season Preview 2021/22 Season & The Transfer Business So FarIn this episode, I look at the Arsenal transfer business thus far. There are some impressive moves that are not getting the hype because they are not flashy first-team signings like acquiring Kevin Betsy to be the Head Coach of the U-23s. I look at the business that has been done and what it means for the club as well as where there are still opportunities to do more.
In the second half of the episode, I look ahead to the season that starts today at Brentford and make some predictions on the following and more:
- League Finish P...
2021-08-1352 min
FootyNotes Podcast#15. Arsenal | NLD Loss, Willock to NUFC & Brentford Season OpenerIn this episode, I react to the North London Derby loss. Talk Willock and other transfer challenges for the gunners. This transfer market has been extremely slow thus far and naturally, things are to accelerate but will they accelerate enough to change Arsenal's fortunes in the Premier League this season. I believe the club is not necessarily celebrating the way things have or have not gone so far in the market for both incomings and sales. They are just as frustrated as the rest of us but it still sucks that they have not been able to move the needle...
2021-08-1043 min
FootyNotes Podcast#14. Messi leaves Barcelona while Arsenal Transfers StallIn addition to my Arsenal and Premier League top news ramble, I am joined by my guy Kenny to talk about Messi and Barcelona. Shout out to the Aston Villa for setting a high bar on fan engagement this week as well as the transparency they modeled about how they reinvested the Grealish money.
2021-08-0754 minFootyNotes Podcast#13. Arsenal’s Parteyless Midfield Puzzle & Player Sale StrugglesIn this episode we look at Arsenal’s impressive signings, discuss the Chelsea game flash-points, and the Thomas Partey injury and potential internal solutions to that midfield puzzle. We also look at the challenges of squad building, especially, the struggles facing Arsenal as they look to off-loads 11ish players.
2021-08-0345 min
FootyNotes Podcast#12. Ben White is an Arsenal Player - FINALLYIn this episode I discuss the top Arsenal stories from this past week. Possible BEN WHITE DEAL ANNOUNCED. XHAKA and BELLERIN U-Turns as reports emerge that Arsenal are looking to offer both contract extensions. Or is it just mind-games and negotiation tactics? THE RIGHT BACK SITUATION ETC.
2021-07-3132 min
FootyNotes Podcast#11. Ben White, Lokonga, THE SMITH, TAVARES - DEALS THAT ARE INSTRUCTIVE OF ARSENAL’S DIRECTIONIn this episode I give Arteta, Edu, and his Technical team their flowers for what has been a strategic shift in the way Arsenal do their business in the transfer market and how this will change the way they play. Arsenal football club have been a laughing stock in England and European football at large and this turn around, while at its earliest of stages has been sobering and refreshing. These two much maligned men (Edu & Arteta) are no strangers to being doubted or having to prove themselves as their careers as players showed. They did not have a straight-forward...
2021-07-2738 minFootyNotes Podcast#10. Euro 2020 final recap & State of the ArsenalIn this Episode I share thoughts on the conclusion of what was a great Euro 2020 tournament. The final between England and Italy, the racial abuse of players, and where to for Southgate and England. I also go in-depth with the current situation at Arsenal. Pre-season. Incoming signings. Outgoing players. Pre-season. Edu’s party with Raul Sanllehi & Kia Joorabchian. Etc
2021-07-1639 min
FootyNotes Podcast#9. ENGLAND vs ITALY Euro2020 Final Clash PreviewIn this bonus episode, I preview the Euro2020 Final between England vs Italy. I look at the key duels within the game and share what I think is likely to happen. I look at the different ways the two teams could give themselves an edge over their opponent, what strengths of theirs they can lean on, as well as what weaknesses of their opponent they can expose.
2021-07-0914 minFootyNotes Podcast#8. Euro 2020: ENGLAND 🏴 beat DENMARK 🇩🇰 in Extra Time and set up Wembley Final Clash against the AzzurriEngland 🏴 beat a resilient and competitive Denmark 🇩🇰 side in Wembley to reach their first major tournament final in 55 years. Semi-Final hoodoo has been put to rest as Gareth Southgate's 3 Lions 🦁🦁🦁 beat Denmark 2-1. Denmark 🇩🇰 did well to last until extra time but the longer this game went on it was clear who was going to win it. My thoughts on 🏴 England's win tonight and a look ahead to the final clash against Italy 🇮🇹 . I look at key matchups that are likely to swing the final one way or another.
2021-07-0829 min
FootyNotes Podcast#7. Euro 2020 Italy Beat Spain in Penalty ShootoutI share thoughts on what transpired in the Italy vs Spain semi-final at EURO2020 as the Italians book a spot in Sunday's final again the winner of Denmark vs England.
2021-07-0728 minFootyNotes Podcast#6. Euro 2020 Denmark vs Czech Rep. & England vs Ukraine PreviewIn this episode, I preview two quarter-final matches. Denmark vs Czech Republic & England vs Ukraine. I look at both teams and share how I think the games will go. Check it out.
2021-07-0323 minFootyNotes Podcast#5. EURO 2020 Review of Spain v SUI & Italy v BelgiumIn this episode, I take a look at the two quarter-final matches (Spain vs Switzerland & Belgium vs Italy). I make connections to what I had said in the preview podcast to see how things went in comparison to what I had anticipated. I look at how the games were won and lost and offer opinions as to why each team won. What advantages did they lean into to give themselves an upper hand, as well as what weaknesses were exploited.
2021-07-0326 minFootyNotes Podcast#4. Euro 2020 Belgium vs Italy Quarter Final PreviewIn this episode, I preview the quarter-final game between these two great teams. One is aging and is troubled by injury and the other is in its prime and well-balanced. Even though I like the Italians to take it - we can never be sure in the beautiful game, especially, when the opposing team has the offensive firepower as the Belgians do. Have a listen.
2021-07-0222 minFootyNotes Podcast#3. Euro 2020 Spain vs Switzerland Quarter Final PreviewIn this episode, I am joined by my guy Kenneth to preview the first quarter-final of this year's Euros. We look at Spain and Switzerland journeys thus far in the tournament, share some thoughts about what we think we will see in the game. We go into how we think the game will unfold, where each team's strengths and weaknesses could be, and make our predictions.
2021-07-0136 minFootyNotes Podcast#2. Arsenal Making Smart Moves in the Market.In this episode I discuss Arsenal’s transfer news and threads. Arsenal are close to signing two youngsters (Lokonga & Tavares) in what I believed to be smart and shrewd moves. I share thoughts on Arsenal’s approach to this transfer window and what I respect about their intent. The way Arsenal has been focusing on young talent within the club and recruiting young players without reputations has been encouraging. Ben White is an interesting investment opportunity. A player than contribute now but still has nit reached his ceiling. They have their work cut out for them when it comes to nego...
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FootyNotes Podcast#1. Euro 2020 Round of 16 ReviewIn this inaugural episode of the footynotes pod diagnose what happened in the round of 16 fixtures. Offer some insights as to why teams won and lost. All round of 16 games are discussed.
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