Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 5-1 victory at Selhurst Park. It was the second time this week the Gunners have beaten Palace, with Gabriel Jesus on fire again. It would have been a perfect evening but for Bukayo Saka's hamstring injury that forced him off in the first half. The panel discuss Mikel Arteta's options in Bukayo's absence, as we head into the busiest part of the season. Plus, Newcastle to come in the Carabao Cup and a look back at the best moments of 2024. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to look back on a Cup win against Crystal Palace. Gabriel Jesus owned the night scoring a hattrick to send Arsenal through to the semi finals of the Carabao Cup. After a terrible first half, Arteta brought on Martin Odegaard who ignited the match and brought it under Arsenal's control. Plus it's been five years since Mikel Arteta took the reins at the club. We discuss how the club has changed in that time and what is needed to push on further. Clue: it's silver and sparkly. And we hear your suggestions for some half time music. *If you're on Spotify you can vote on your favourite Host: Ian Stone Guests: Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas Producer: Abi Paterson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s disappointing 0-0 draw at home to Everton. It was the second week in a row that the Gunners have dropped points in the Premier League, the panel analyse where things are going wrong this season. Has Mikel Arteta become too risk averse in his approach? Have Arsenal lost the variance in their attacking play? Are enough players chipping in with goals? Plus, a look ahead to Palace in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Stone is joined by James McNicholas and Art de Roché to reflect on a satisfying 3-0 win over AS Monaco at The Emirates. The panel discuss a very impressive first Champions League start for Myles Lewis-Skelly and an improved showing from Gabriel Jesus up front. Plus a look ahead to Arsenal’s home game against Everton on Saturday in the Premier League. Produced by Steve Hankey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to reflect on a disappointing draw at Fulham in the West London wind. The panel discuss whether Arsenal create enough and if they have enough attacking depth after a frustrating game where they dominated possession but lacked killer instinct. Plus a look ahead to Monaco in the Champions League on Wednesday with Mikel's side in a great position to go through in the top 8. Produced by Jesse Howard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Manchester United. Set pieces stole the show yet again as Arsenal managed to score from two corners without Gabriel Magallhães on the pitch. The panel discuss our set piece supremacy, how Jakub Kiwior and Oleksandr Zinchenko came into the Arsenal back line and were part of a very composed defensive performance and look ahead to playing away at Fulham on Sunday. Produced by Steve Hankey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's bonkers 5-2 victory over West Ham. It was the second season in a row that Mikel Arteta's side took The Hammers apart at the London Stadium, with Bukayo Saka heavily involved yet again. The panel discuss unsung hero Kai Havertz, the unstoppable Gabriel Magalhães, and look ahead to Manchester United's visit on Wednesday. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Stone is joined by Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke to discuss Arsenal's 5-1 away win in Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League. Sporting hadn't lost at home for 18 months and Arsenal blew them away with five different goalscorers in a dazzling display. The right hand side was dominant as Bukayo Saka scored and assisted and Gabriel scored his first Champions League goal to cap off a great defensive performance keeping Viktor Gyökeres quiet. Plus, a look ahead to West Ham away on Saturday as Arsenal look to build on their momentum. Produced by Jesse Howard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. Martin Odegaard's influence was on show as Mikel Arteta's side looked back to their fluid best, a performance Arsène would've been proud of. The panel discuss the partnership between our captain and Bukayo Saka, with shades of Robert Pires and Thierry Henry. Plus, another incredible cameo from Ethan Nwaneri, who scored his first Premier League goal just four minutes after coming off the bench. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to look ahead to Arsenal’s home game against Nottingham Forest. We also talk about the news that Patrick Vieira is the new manager of Italian side Genoa, and we wonder if this a step on the road towards the dugout at Arsenal for our former captain. We then answer more of your questions about how the club are faring recruiting youth players and if there’s a space for Oleksandr Zinchenko in midfield in the future? Produced by Steve Hankey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone for an international break mailbox special with the panel answering your questions. From Arsenal's season expectations and Mikel's rotation to Edu's BBQ and beyond. Plus a look at left backs and what Arsenal should prioritise in the transfer window. Produced by Jesse Howard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James McNicholas joins Ian Stone to reflect on where Arsenal are at as we enter the final international break of 2024. We use the start of the break to assess how good the squad we have this season actually is. Who’s underperformed? Who’s overperformed? Have we been unlucky with injuries or are there things we could have done in the summer to avoid some of the problems we’ve faced? Produced by Steve Hankey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge. Martin Odegaard returned to the starting XI for the first time in six weeks, and showed just how much he's been missed. After a run of four Premier League games without a win, the panel discuss where Sunday's result leaves Arsenal's title chances. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Art De Roche and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on the loss to Inter at the San Siro. Plenty of chances and some questionable refereeing calls but ultimately a frustrating night against the Serie A champions. The panel also discuss how much Mikel's side have to worry about their recent form and what the answer might be. Plus a look ahead to the tricky trip to Stamford Bridge on Sunday and how Arsenal might line up against Maresca's improved side. Produced by Jesse Howard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on the news that Arsenal's sporting director Edu is set to leave the club. The news comes at an unfortunate time, with Mikel Arteta's side without a win in their last three Premier League games. The panel also analyse Saturday's defeat at St James' Park and look ahead to Wednesday's trip to the San Siro, as Arsenal face Inter Milan in the Champions League. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James McNicholas and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's victory in the Carabao Cup, beating Preston North End 3-0 at Deepdale. Ethan Nwaneri was the star of the show yet again, scoring a beautiful goal and earning himself the player of the match award. The panel discuss what makes this youngster so special, and analyse the performances of those we haven't seen too much of this season. Plus, a look ahead to the trip to St James' Park on Saturday, where Mikel Arteta will be hoping to right the wrongs of this fixture last season. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal’s 2-2 draw at home to Liverpool. After taking the lead twice, Mikel Arteta will be disappointed not to have won the game, but the panel assess why circumstance and context is important when analysing the result. Plus, things the guys can’t live without after Bukayo Saka returned to the XI, and a look ahead to Preston in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's unconvincing victory over Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League. That being said, with 7 points from three games and yet to concede a goal, Mikel Arteta's side are getting the job done in Europe. The panel discuss Gabriel Martinelli's MOTM performance, Thomas Partey at right back and yet more injuries to key players. Plus, we look ahead to Sunday's six pointer against Liverpool, where Arsenal cannot afford to lose. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lawrence and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to reflect on a disappointing display on the south coast, as Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season at the hands of Bournemouth. The panel debate whether Mikel Arteta's side have a disciplinary issue after William Saliba was shown Arsenal's third red card of the season, resulting in dropped points yet again. Plus, the irreplaceable Saka, another impressive Nwaneri cameo, and a look ahead to Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League. Produced by Jay Beale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Stone is joined by Adrian Clarke, Art de Roché and The Athletic's women's footballer writer Charlotte Harpur to reflect on Jonas Eidevall's departure from the club. The panel discuss the details behind the exit, what it means for Arsenal going forward, and how vocal fans are changing the culture of women's football. Plus, we look ahead to Bournemouth on Saturday as the Premier League returns. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices