On this episode, we welcome, Sami Mokbel back to squad central. Sami broke two exclusive Arsenal stories this week. Andrea Berta is cooking behind-the-scenes and looking to hire Napoli's Head of Scouting, Maurizio Micheli. But who is he and which players has he unearthed in his career? Sami also dives into the Everton vs Arsenal fixture switch he reported on and who instigated the switch. And while we had the BBC Senior Football Correspondent with us we had to ask him about England vs Serbia at Wembley and the Gunners who starred for the Three Lions, and the one who was missing... Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Arsenal @SamiMokbel_BBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we are joined by tactical guru and beloved Arsenal man, Adrian Clarke. It feels like the title race ignited this past weekend. But can the Gunners exorcise their ghosts of Premier League past? We also ask, Adrian what has changed for the Gunners since the defeat to Liverpool, who is the team's unsung hero, and if Haaland's prolific form will decide where the Premier League title goes? Dive in with, Clarkey and have your voice heard in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Turns out black cats are not unlucky! A poor first-half by the Gunners evolved into a huge turnaround in the second, with goals from Saka and Trossard. But then pure calamity at the back cost Arsenal three valuable points. For the first time this season, the defense crumbled and gifted a robust Sunderland side. Have your say in our football democracy! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New show exclusively for our audio listeners. Welcome to "Five-a-Side!" Five subjects. Five minutes each. Take a side. Have your say in our football democracy. Email your opinions to thehighburysquad@gmail.com or visit our community page here and leave your comments https://www.youtube.com/@HighburySquad. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Arsenal remain perfect in this season's Champions League. After a shaky start in Prague, the Gunners utterly dominated their opponent and gave nothing in return...again! Lots to boast about and on a bright night for most players, we tackle the Nwaneri conversation and discuss if he's evolving as he should in this side. Who was your POTM? What rating does the gaffer get? Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we welcome Tom Canton and Harry Symeou back to squad central. At first it was the "Celebration Police." Now it's the "Set Piece Police." But who is in control of the narrative now? Are Arsenal fans rising up? Is the Set Piece Police actually our fan base digging up old clips to show the hypocrisy from rival fans, pundits and media? Are we in the Arsenal Matrix? Have we finally woken up? Free your mind and let's go down the rabbit hole together. Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Matt5Scott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another London derby. Another win for the Arsenal. It's these types of games that you need to grind out after a champagne style Champions League win. Gritty. Determined. Fearless. Grab a goal to take three points against another London rival. Eze's poetic return against his former club was the difference, but the defensive performance as a team and unit was nothing short of a beautiful symphony. Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a second-half performance from the Arsenal in Europe! Mikel Arteta's side absolutely crush Atlético Madrid in 13 minutes. Some insanely good shifts from the boys, but for us, Viktor Gyökeres steals the headlines as he bags a brace in front of the Emirates crowd. Dive in for an enjoyable post game football conversation. Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we welcome, Tom Canton back to squad central. We dive into a little Gyökeres talk and how he might be offering more to the team than some folks think. Is Saka still Arsenal's most important player? Plus, who is all-in on a little Calafiori chaos? Sign us up! Tom also de-briefs us on Mikel Arteta and Mikel Merino's Champions League press conference ahead of Atlético Madrid. And we discuss if some fans are missing moments...is the joy of winning games becoming lost in the media mire? Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal @Gunnerballz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Firstly, apologies for the lack of content over the last couple of weeks. A serious family matter has required my full energy and attention. I apologize for being AWOL and at the same time, didn't want to put half-arsed content out for you. Looking forward to returning next week with quality content and guests. On this episode, I've rallied a couple of super subs to reignite the momentum we were enjoying before the international break! AlbertJTV and Demian Arriaga tackle all things Arsenal men and women. It's a quality conversation. Please take a listen and have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the whistle! Sophie and James went live as soon as the Arsenal wrapped a convincing 2-0 against London rivals, West Ham. A totally dominant, professional and stress-free performance for the Gunners that was filled with milestones for, Mikel Arteta and Bukayo Saka. Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we welcome Andrew Mangan, aka Arseblog back to squad central. We dive into the Gunner's culture on and off the pitch. From the executive shuffle, to Berta's impact and Mikel's growing pedigree, is there an evolution or revolution happening at the club? Have your say in our football democracy! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we welcome back, Clive Palmer to squad central. From Mikel Arteta's in-game management evolution, to the squad's overall mental maturity, we discuss a new blue print for success. Clive also dives into the depth of the squad and what this offers the gaffer's matchday selection in the Premier and Champions League. Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we bask in the euphoria of finally beating Newcastle United away from home. Gabriel Magalhães makes up for his earlier mistake by grabbing another set piece goal for the Gunners! Join the conversation as we dissect and discuss a signature moment for Mikel Arteta and the squad. Have your say in our football democracy! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we welcome Newcastle legend, Warren Barton back to squad central. Who is in the driver's seat for this weekend's big clash at St.James' Park? What does Warren think of football's modern day approach and tactics? Is the criticism aimed at Mikel Arteta fair or foul? Plus, William Saliba signs his new contract at the Arsenal. What kind of message does this send to Real Madrid and the football world? Dive in for an honest and engaging conversation. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we are joined by, Lee Judges for the Champions League lowdown, direct from Bilbao. The starters couldn’t find the back of the net, but the finishers did the job. Sophie and Lee dive into a professional performance away from home and the beauty of Mikel's selection dilemma . Lee also shares is starting XI vs Manchester City. Have your say in our football democracy! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome back, Dan Potts from Football's 12th Man podcast. Do some Arsenal fans owe, Noni Madueke an apology? Is Mosquera the bargain of the summer so far? Doesn't Mikel Arteta deserve major kudos for his game management vs Nottingham Forest? Are we ready to beat Manchester City again? Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @ArsenalN7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome back, Tom Canton to squad central. I had prepped a show for us to discuss Arsenal's versatile players and which position they should really play in. The conversation took an organic pathway following the divide post Liverpool match. It was a respectful debate with differing opinions. Take a listen and let us know what you think. Have your voice heard in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @ArsenalN7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did Mikel Arteta play it too cautiously on the attacking at Anfield? Should Mikel Merino have even started? Should Eze have come on much earlier for a struggling Martinelli? And why did Saliba even start if he picked up an injury warming up? The players showed a lot of courage in this match, but in the end, did the gaffer do the same? What's your take? Dive in and have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Friday we were joined by Liverpool legend and good friend of the show, Stevie Nicol. Bit of a tech issue when we posted this but it's still a good listen and always interesting to go back and hear people's take before a big game. Stevie was clearly worried about Arsenal because he felt Liverpool's defense was vulnerable and conceding more goals than usual. It's strange that Arsenal couldn't take advantage of this at Anfield. Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices