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Yet Another Arsenal PodcastArsenal v Pompey/Chelsea - The Cup DoubleSummary
In this episode of the Arsenal podcast, hosts Marc and Richard delve into the recent performances of Arsenal, particularly focusing on their matches against Portsmouth and Chelsea. They reflect on the team's strategies, player performances, and the overall atmosphere during these games. The discussion highlights the importance of set pieces in Arsenal's gameplay, with both hosts expressing their satisfaction with the team's ability to capitalize on these opportunities. They also touch on individual player performances, including the impact of new signings and the need for consistency in the squad. The conversation flows into a broader analysis...
2026-01-1545 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastArsenal 0-0 Liverpool: TENSION, SCAR TISSUE, AND THE GYOKERES PROBLEMTENSION, SCAR TISSUE, AND THE GYOKERES PROBLEM: Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool
In the wake of a grueling stalemate at the Emirates, Marc and "Anfield 89 Veteran" Richard sit down to dissect a result that leaves Arsenal six points clear at the top, but the fans in a state of "abject terror."
From fluctuating heart rates on new smartwatches to the growing concerns over Victor Gyokeres, this episode digs into why a point against Liverpool feels like a disappointment to some and a Zen masterclass to others.
⏱️ The Tale of Two Halves
The Inventive Opening: Marc highlights the bril...
2026-01-0940 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastBournemouth 2 Arsenal 3 - Terror Part 263739In this episode, Marc and Richard delve into Arsenal's recent performances, discussing the emotional rollercoaster of watching their games. They analyze team news, individual player performances, and the tactical adjustments made during the match against Bournemouth. The conversation also touches on referee decisions, the importance of squad depth, and the upcoming challenge against Liverpool. Throughout the discussion, they reflect on the team's current position in the league and express a desire for a more comfortable viewing experience in future matches. Arsenal's Rollercoaster Season: A Deep Dive From Anxiety to Euphoria: Arsenal's Match Review Sound bites "I think he really...
2026-01-0745 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastArsenal 4 Aston Villa 1: We're BackIn this episode of Yet Another Arsenal Podcast, Marc and Anfield ’89 veteran Richard are back from the Christmas break and straight into a very Arsenal kind of chaos: top of the league, five points clear, and still absolutely exhausted by it.
They look back over the mini-arc since the Aston Villa away defeat: nervy wins, missed chances, Wolves and Brighton-induced heart palpitations, and finally the cathartic 4–1 battering of Villa at the Emirates.
Along the way they get into:
Chelsea’s “1–1 win”
Why Enzo Maresca talking like they beat Arsenal tells you everything about where...
2025-12-3147 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastVilla 2 Arsenal 1: The First DefeatKeywords
Arsenal, football, defeat, tactics, player performance, Unai Emery, squad depth, Premier League
Takeaways
Marc expresses his irritation at losing to Unai Emery's Aston Villa team.
Rich shares his thoughts on the tactical approach of the game.
The duo discusses the performance of key players like Odegaard and Eze.
Concerns are raised about the depth of the squad and player fatigue.
They analyze the effectiveness of Villa's game plan against Arsenal.
Rich highlights the importance of player rotation in upcoming fixtures.
Marc and Rich reflect on...
2025-12-0835 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastArsenal 2 Brentford 0: Regulation Terror## 😱 PTSD & PINBALL: Why Arsenal's "Regulation Win" vs. Brentford Felt Like a Disaster Marc and Richard break down the nervous energy that plagued every Gooner during the 2-0 win over Brentford. It should have been a routine victory, but the combination of defensive injuries, fixture congestion, and deep-seated **scar tissue from the Wenger/Emery eras** left both hosts in "abject terror" until the final whistle. We dissect the tactical genius of Mikel Arteta's rotation, the spectacular performance of "Europe's Second Hottest Striker," and the big question: **Is Arteta's high-intensity system finally cracking the squad?** The Midlife Gooner Anxiety** * **Scar Tissue & Ter...
2025-12-0441 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastArsenal Beat Bayern, Pay At ChelseaWhat a week it was! Fresh off a predicted win against Spurs, we dove straight into European action against Bayern Munich. 💥 The Bayern Munich Thriller & Arteta's Mentality The Big Question: Was playing a full-strength side against Bayern a mistake, potentially costing us freshness for the league, or a crucial display of intent? Rich's Take: The game was technically stunning and end-to-end, but he understands the dilemma. However, given Arsenal's history of heavy defeats to Bayern, Arteta's "mentality is" approach meant avoiding a loss and proving we belong among the European elite. Marc's View: He agrees with the "go hell for...
2025-12-0250 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastArsenal Slap Spurs in the NLD: Eze, Eze, Eze“A Good Old-Fashioned Slapping” (Arsenal 4–1 Spurs)
Quick take
A luxuriant derby glow: two blokes revel in a comprehensive 4–1, worship Declan’s barnet, praise Hincapié’s Ecuadorian diving header, and enjoy Eze announcing himself. A strange mention of Tim Sherwood but we keep boomeranging back to tactics, roles, and why Spurs helped Arteta.
Timestamps / Chapters
00:00 – Cold open: best super-slow-mo Eze goal + Saliba slapping Rice in celebration
02:00 – The vibe after a derby: radio silence from Spurs WhatsApps
03:30 – Hincapié appraisal: aerial dominance, passing range, “Ecuadorian diving header”
04:50 – Tifo chat (and why Wrighty should’ve been on it)
06:00 –...
2025-11-2637 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastSlapping Spurs AboutInternational break, no football — just injuries, conspiracies, and misplaced nostalgia. Marc & Rich talk Gabriel’s Brazil knock, why load management isn’t a magic shield, and how “player welfare” is now just a FIFA press release.
They go from Bellingham vs the tabloids to Tierney’s renaissance, Clive Allen’s perm, and the 1987 semi-final where Spurs were already printing cup-final tickets.
🔥 This week’s talking points
💀 International break blues: injuries, load management myths, and why it’s not “avoidable” when your hamstring’s made of linguine
📰 Bellingham & the media: when “role model” really means “won’t play the game”
🏆 Ian Wri...
2025-11-2042 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastDaylight Brobbery🌡️ Temperature Check (00:17)
After a long week of three away games, the hosts check in:
Marc: "Low 90s." Still relatively optimistic, despite the last result.
Richard: "80s." Acknowledges the "initial shock" of the Sunderland game but agrees that looking at the "big picture," Arsenal is in a good place.
🇨🇿 Slavia Prague 0-3 Arsenal (Champions League Review) (00:59)
Tactical Masterclass (01:46): The hosts break down Arteta's "interesting choice" to start Hincapay at left-back. Richard explains it was a move to counter Prague's main tactic: loading crosses to their "absolute f*cking unit" of a centre-forward.
Defe...
2025-11-1247 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastDrop Raya NowEpisode 2 of Yet Another Arsenal Podcast:Listen on: YouTube & Instagram (search Yet Another Arsenal Podcast)
Mailbag: yaap49@gmail.com (note: YAAp has two A’s)
A very Arsenal week: rotated side handles Brighton, a ruthlessly professional 2–0 at Burnley, Viktor Gyökeres looks the part, Declan Rice is a walking cheat code (and hair icon), and the set-piece machine keeps printing goals. VAR remains a farce, Sky’s broadcast made it feel like Italia ’90, and we’re already juggling festive fixture chaos. Quick look ahead to Prague in Europe, Sunderland away, and the looming North London knees-up.
Chapters...
2025-11-0446 minYet Another Arsenal PodcastSet-Piece FC and ProudWe looked across the media landscape and realised something shocking: nobody, anywhere, ever talks about Arsenal.
So we’ve stepped in to fill that yawning gap in the market.
In this debut episode of Yet Another Arsenal Podcast (YAAP for short, or just “the Yappers”), Marc and Rich introduce themselves, reminisce about Wembley ’87, Anfield ’89, and every traumatic hamstring since, then get properly stuck into:
🧱 Why “boring” Arsenal are actually the most organised chaos merchants in England
⚙️ Arteta’s trust issues and the mysterious Circle of Trust™
📊 Corners, throw-ins and other dark arts of Set-Piece FC
2025-10-2842 min