This week, Pedro is joined by Jacob Hawley and Johnny Cochrane for an early-bird therapy session packed with hot takes, transfer angst, and a sprinkle of schadenfreude. The lads gear up for Thursday’s iconic predictions episode — last year’s winner Johnny arrives smug and ready, Jacob’s sharpening his knives, and Pete’s quietly plotting an upset. They dive deep into Arsenal’s transfer business, debating whether Eze or Rodrygo should be the final piece, how Berta’s sales game will define the summer, and if a shock Martinelli exit could unlock big moves. Spurs sniffing around Eze? It’s messy. There’s also a detour into football’s murky underbelly — from Vitesse Arnhem’s Abramovich scandal to multi-club ownership, PSR loopholes, and why the Premier League keeps letting the big fish swim. Finally, a surprisingly heated chat on stutter-step penalties, who should take Arsenal’s spot-kicks, and why keepers might need to adapt. Smart takes, big laughs, a bit of chaos — classic AOP. To get these podcasts right after they record, with no adverts, all season long, you'll need to be a member, sign up below AUDIO: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion NEWSLETTER: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal’s final pre-season game brought the spark we’d been waiting for — Big Vik GYOKERES silenced the doubters with a bruising, goal-filled display, Zubimendi oozed Cesc Fabregas energy in midfield, and Kai Havertz turned up looking like he’d spent the summer living in the gym. Pete and Johnny break down the key performances, the new-look attack, and why this win could be season-defining. We also dive into Maduweke’s surprise left-wing role, what it means for Martinelli, and how Arteta might rotate a now fully loaded squad heading into a brutal start to the Premier League season. To get On The Whistles right after the game, all season long, you'll need to be a member, sign up below. AUDIO: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion NEWSLETTER: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Thursday Therapy time, and the whole gang is in: Pedro, Matt, and Jacob dissect a very odd Arsenal preseason. From standout teen Max Dowman lighting up the Emirates to Viktor Gyokeres’ underwhelming first impression, there’s a lot to chew on. We talk new signings, slow build-up play, chemistry issues, and that horseshoe of doom in possession. Jacob brings some in-stadium Guinness scouting, some ITK heat on Nonny Madueke, and Pedro bangs the table demanding a “NOW” team. We also cover: Defensive issues and preseason sloppiness Tactical tweaks we wish Arteta would try The Saka false-nine experiment Why Arsenal can't sell players (again) Rodrigo and Eze — dream or delusion? Grab a drink, put your feet up, and enjoy a pod that’s equal parts therapy, preseason panic, and transfer dreaming. 🧠 Become a Patreon member: 📝 Read more on the blog: https://le-grove.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal smashed Newcastle in pre-season and the boys are BUZZING. 🎙️ On this episode: Max Dowman breaks the internet with a generational performance – is he our Yamal? Viktor Gyökeres gets the Ian Wright seal of approval from Matt – 25-goal season incoming? Mikel Merino the midfielder... but now with goal-scoring powers? Odegaard looking refreshed and ready to bang Defensive concerns – why do Arsenal concede with so few shots? Kai Havertz – where does he fit when Gyökeres starts? Spurs up next in pre-season – will Viktor make his debut? This was a knee-jerk, chaos-fueled, optimistic banger of a pod. If you're not onboard yet, hop in. 💥 Subscribe to the podcast for instant reactions and spicy takes. 🔗 Support the pod and access exclusive content: https://patreon.com/thearsenalopinion 📰 Read the blog: https://le-grove.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a Friday Therapy Session and the vibes are ✨toxic positive✨. Pedro, Jonny, and Jacob get giddy over Victor Gyökeres taking the iconic 14 shirt and what that means for Arsenal’s striker fortunes. The boys also dig into Eze-mania, the logic behind the Isak non-move, and why this transfer window might be Arteta’s most mature yet. This one is for the Wenger babies, the tattoo gamblers, and anyone who thinks 13 Premier League goals is “dreaming big.” We cover: 💥 Gyökeres takes the 14 — arrogance or alpha move? 🧠 Isak waits too long — did Arsenal dodge a bullet? 🔥 Eze to Arsenal? The Wenger DNA lives on. 😤 Havertz vs. Big Vic — who starts vs. United? 🧊 Jacob gets flamed for being midly realistic 🧬 Arsenal’s pivot to “ready-to-win” signings 🥲 Why Johnny thinks Gyökeres might be Kane 2.0 (without the through balls) It’s a banger of a pod, soaked in hot takes and a bit of nostalgia. Come for the striker war, stay for the Wenger ball love-in. 💌 Sign up to the newsletter: https://le-grove.co.uk 🔐 Support the pod & access bonus content: https://patreon.com/thearsenalopinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pedro and Jacob dive into a late-night session after the mood hits rock bottom. Is the Gyökeres deal real or just a smokescreen for something grander? Why are Arsenal quibbling over pennies? And are we really about to watch Madueke fund Xavi Simons to Chelsea? 🔥 Topics include: Isak rumors and why the window feels fishy Arteta vs. Berta: A philosophical clash? Eze, Rodrygo… or nothing? Can Arsenal actually sell anyone? The ghost of the war chest strikes again 💌 Sign up to the newsletter: https://le-grove.co.uk 🔐 Support the pod & access bonus content: https://patreon.com/thearsenalopinion This one’s for the transfer conspiracy theorists, the deal obsessives, and the squad planners. Listen instantly—before Arsenal drop a signing and make us look stupid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this special episode of The Arsenal Opinion, we sit down with legendary Nike kit designer Drake Ramberg—the creative mind behind some of the most iconic Arsenal shirts of the '90s and early 2000s. From designing the lightning bolt kit that helped redefine Arsenal’s image, to wild goalkeeper shirts that broke every rule, Drake takes us on a journey through his career—from growing up in Portland and falling in love with art and sport, to reshaping European football aesthetics with Nike. We talk: Cultural immersion and the design process at Nike How Arsenal's shift from Adidas to Nike sparked a creative revolution Working on kits for PSG, Dortmund, and the Italian national team That David Seaman star shirt 😍 Why hoop socks should make a comeback How club identity and bold design choices go hand-in-hand If you’re a kit nerd, a design junkie, or just nostalgic for when football shirts were actual pieces of art—this one is a must-listen. This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on FRIDAY. If you want the audio FRESH when it lands, sign up to our: Patreon (7-day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pedro and Johnny are back in the AOP studio for a spicy Friday edition that dives straight into the most debated transfer of the summer: Noni Madueke. Is this a shrewd move from Andrea Berta or a head-scratching overpay to help Chelsea out of a PSR jam? We get stuck into: The internet-melting £48.5m fee The mystery of Arsenal’s sudden generosity Why Madueke might be more than just a backup to Bukayo Saka Shifting recruitment philosophies under Berta Comparisons to Sterling, Adebayor, and Jovinho (yes, that one) Johnny’s theory that Madueke is gunning for Martinelli’s spot And Pedro’s refusal to believe anything until the fax arrives 📠 If you’re looking for balance, spice, and a healthy dose of paranoia about agent fees and hairlines, this is the pod for you. 🧨 Join the debate. Get your takes in. And remember: until we see the spreadsheet… it didn’t happen. We also plug the Drake Ramberg (Nike Arsenal kit designer) interview – an iconic kit designer behind Arsenal’s 90s lightning bolt look and a must-listen for the shirt nerds (drops tomorrow). 🔗 Listen now and support us at: Patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion 📝 For your Arsenal newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re bringing the 🔥 with a very special guest — radio & TV presenter, DJ, and lifelong gooner Nick Bright. You might know him from BBC 1Xtra, 5 Live, or Arsenal’s matchday show… now he’s bringing his vibes to AOP! We dive into: 💥 HOTTEST OF TAKES: Rodrygo doubts, Maduéke skepticism, and yes… Nick says Spurs might've had a better window 👀 🎤 Life at Arsenal: Behind-the-scenes stories from Arsenal Nation, meeting Arsène Wenger, seething Europa League finals, and playing at the Emirates ⚡️ Media evolution: How Arsenal's content game has changed, why they’re the global benchmark now, and where they still need to grow 💿 DJ Bright's Vibes: Football songs that hit different and the emotional connection between music and the Arsenal journey 🔥 Transfer Talk: Madueke, Gyökeres, Zubimendi, Nørgaard, and the emotional pull of an Eze 10 shirt dream It’s a banger episode — football, media, identity, and a whole lot of laughs. Nick was unreal. If you love Arsenal and care about how the club tells its story, this one’s for you. This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Thursday. If you want the audio FRESH when it lands, sign up to our: Patreon (7-day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Thursday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our: Patreon (7 day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ This week’s Arsenal Opinion Podcast is a proper therapy session. We welcome Sam Dean from The Telegraph to break down the wild summer so far—spinning striker sagas, financial chess moves, and the future of Hale End's crown jewel, Ethan Nwaneri. 🔥 HOTTEST OF TAKES fly as we debate: Is the "win-now" mindset a trap? Is Arsenal’s transfer strategy cautious brilliance or chaos in disguise? Could Madueke and Eze be smarter than a single Rodrigo splash? We also dissect the pivot away from Sesko to Gyökeres, evaluate Rodrigo's readiness (or lack thereof) for Artetaball, and question whether Andrea Berta is setting fire to the club's carefully built foundation—or future-proofing it. Plus:⚖️ Ethan’s contract drama🏗️ The case for smarter loans📉 Portuguese league red flags🧠 And… is Berta really in control? Strap in, it's a spicy one. Host: Pedro Guests: Matt Kandela, Jacob Hawley, and special guest ⁠Sam Dean (The Telegraph)⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Arsenal Opinion was published on Friday - if you want the podcasts earlier sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion The boyz are back for a BIG podcast where they cover off: 🎙️🔥 • New coach hired — is he crazy? 🧠😵• Šeško deal in jeopardy because of Berta relations 🤝💥• Arsenal promote top scout from within! 🔍🔼• Tomi exits Arsenal by mutual consent 🇯🇵👋 It’s a big one… enjoy responsibly! ⚠️🍻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s another crossover special on The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, and this time we’ve dragged the brilliant Suburban Gooner Chris away from the Same Old Arsenal pod and dropped him right into the heat of the AOP mixer. And what a session it was. 🔥 We kick off with some seriously spicy hot takes: Chris believes Eze is Arteta’s 2.0 tactical unlock. Pete lays down the law: Martinelli must go. Johnny backs the Eze for Ødegaard revolution. 🧤 We dive deep on Kepa’s signing – is it a smart piece of undervalued business or a risky bet on redemption? The lads talk brand value, tactical fit, and who really owns the #13 shirt legacy at Arsenal. 🎯 Then it’s a proper Eze appreciation session. The crew debates his position, his flexibility, and whether he’s the player to give Arsenal an edge when Ødegaard isn’t firing. ⚽️ To close, it’s the striker merry-go-round. Sesko or Gyökeres? We unpack the rumors, the agent drama, and the profiles that could define Arsenal’s summer window. 💔 A heartfelt moment is taken to reflect on the tragic news of Diogo Jota and his brother’s passing. Football feels secondary sometimes, and we pay our respects. 🎧 Listen now for smart analysis, hot takes, and the sort of crossover energy that makes the transfer window so much fun. Find Chris here: https://x.com/SuburbanGooner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Kandela joins Pedro for a sizzling summer debrief as the Arsenal transfer window finally ignites. We dig deep into: Why Andrea Berta's chaos might actually be the plan The buzz around Eberechi Eze and what he brings to the 10 role Rodrygo bench drama at Madrid... and what it could mean for Arsenal Kepa as backup keeper – a boringly brilliant move? Morgan Rogers vs. Eze – who would you pick? A bit of love for Steve Parish (yes, really) Kai Havertz system fit doubts growing? What the Club World Cup means for Man City’s early season 🔥 If you’re starving for transfer drama, this one hits the spot. 🎧 Listen ad-free and get early drops on our Patreon:👉 https://www.patreon.com/thearsenalopinion 🗞️ Subscribe to the Le Grove newsletter for written fire:👉 https://le-grove.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Sunday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our: Patreon (7 day free): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ The boys are back for a sizzling Sunday Session—and things are heating up fast in the striker department 🔥 JC and Matt dive deep into the swirling chaos of Arsenal’s summer transfer hunt. With murmurs that Liverpool are sniffing around Alexander Isak, what does it mean for Arsenal’s own plans? Are Sesko and Gyökeres still the main targets—or just the decoys in a Berta masterplan? We talk: 💣 Why losing Isak to Liverpool would be a disaster 💪 Andrea Berta's ice-cold approach to summer business 🤔 The Sesko enthusiasm dip—has the hype bubble burst? 🧠 VAR: Would a 2-minute decision clock save the game? 🏆 Ethan Nwaneri wins with England—but is he stalling? 🥵 Club World Cup fatigue—why Man City and Chelsea might start the season crawling And of course: 🧻 Glasto toilets, VIP podcast dreams, and Arsenal shirts in the mosh pit 💥 Strap in, hit play, and enjoy your early-bird special! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Strap in—this one’s loaded. Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley return for a Thursday therapy session as Arsenal’s transfer window starts to cook. 🔥 In this episode: The Nørgaard Signing – Smart business or boring backup? The lads break down why this quiet midfield move could be pivotal. Myles Lewis-Skelly Signs On – Arsenal’s future captain? We discuss the Real Madrid links, his elite mentality, and what it means for the academy pipeline. Creative Midfield Void – Is Arsenal putting too much faith in youth? Would El-Khannous be a smart Vieira replacement, or is a generational talent like Dalman the answer? Shock Sales Debate – Martinelli? Ben White? The team debate who could be sacrificed to fund the Rodrigo dream. Christian Mosquera Linked – A Spanish wildcard at centre-back. Is this Andrea Berta’s first true discovery? Partey Out – The end of a mixed Arsenal story. The crew reflects on what was, what wasn’t, and what comes next. It’s smart signings, squad-building strategy, and a touch of chaos as Arsenal gear up for a massive summer. You won’t want to miss this one. 📰 Newsletter: https://le-grove.co.uk 🎧 Members Podcast: https://patreon.com/thearsenalopinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re joined by Elliot from the ArsenalVision Podcast for a very spicy discussion on Arsenal’s summer so far. We get into: 🔴 Elliot’s SPICY claim: Arsenal are title favourites – even if we don’t sign anyone 🥊 POD BEEF. Kind of. 💥 Zubimendi’s arrival and why it could be the most important deal of the summer 🤝 Agoumé scouting report – is he the midfield destroyer we’re missing? 👀 Transfer window conspiracies – are Arsenal really trying to save on wages? 🧠 Trust in the process – or is the club being too Goldilocks with targets? 🎯 Striker urgency, winger priorities, and preseason readiness It’s a bumper episode full of insight, humour, and top-tier transfer angst. 🎙️ Follow Elliot on Twitter/X: https://x.com/YankeeGunner 💸 Support Arsenal Vision on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/arsenalvisionpodcast/posts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this very special episode of The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, we welcome My Arsenal Life author Martin Wengrow — a lifelong Gooner with over seven decades of matchday stories, transfer heartbreaks, and pure red-and-white devotion under his belt. We dive into: What inspired the book and the role of co-author David Fensome Martin’s early Arsenal memories and the traumatic punishment that nearly broke his fandom 😢 Inside stories of missed signings — including Dennis Law and Danny Blanchflower The parallels between George Graham and Mikel Arteta His glowing take on Miles Skelly and why he’s unlike any youth prospect we’ve ever had The emotional highs, the bitter lows, and everything in between This episode is a love letter to Arsenal Football Club through the eyes of someone who lived it, challenged it, and never stopped loving it — even when it didn’t love him back. 📖 Get your copy of My Arsenal Life here: pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop/my-arsenal-life 📰 Subscribe to the Le Grove newsletter 💥 Support the pod on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Johnny and Matt Kandela are back with a Power 30 episode dissecting the 2024/25 Premier League fixtures. Arsenal’s schedule has dropped, and it’s looking absolutely BRUTAL out the gate. 🎙️ In this snappy but spicy pod: We break down the gauntlet that is Arsenal’s opening six games (spoiler: it's a horror show 😬) Matt throws some 🔥 on the myth that “fixtures don’t matter” We talk transfer urgency – will Arsenal get their striker in before it’s too late? Devil’s advocate chat: is it better to face big boys early while fresh? A hopeful glance at the run-in… could Declan Rice lift the league at West Ham? 💬 “If we go unbeaten in the first six, we win the league.” – Matt goes BIG. Get your optimism fix, tactical chat, and a bit of cathartic fixture moaning right here. 👇 Subscribe to the newsletter & support the pod: 📰 Le-Grove.co.uk 🎧 Patreon.com/thearsenalopinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a strikerless Friday and the Arsenal Opinion crew are back to make sense of the silence. Pete and Matt dive into the eerie quiet on Arsenal’s main channels, question the sluggishness of summer moves under Andrea Berta, and wonder why contract updates have vanished. 🔥 Hottest of Takes returns with World Club Cup money madness, injury overloads, and a call for NFL-style squad sizes in the Premier League. 💡 We break down: Ethan Nwaneri’s insane U21 form – could he be Saka 2.0? Martinelli cooking for Brazil: too soon to give up? Double striker talk: Is Watkins + Sesko the dream duo? Selling smart: Zinchenko & Kiwior to Milan? Spurs chat: Big Ange OUT, Thomas Frank IN – do we care? Nuno Tavares to Saudi for £40m(?!): where’s our cut? A packed episode full of spice, strategy, and speculation. If you like your Arsenal chat unfiltered and intelligent, this one’s for you. 📬 Sign up for the newsletter: https://le-grove.co.uk🎧 Get bonus podcast content: https://patreon.com/thearsenalopinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a DEBRIEF SUNDAY (ad-free) and the vibes are immaculate, bar some plant-shaming issues. Once the horticultural trauma subsides, Pete and Johnny dive into a juicy slate of Arsenal summer narratives. First up: David Ornstein drops a bomb—Kepa is set to become Arsenal’s backup keeper. The boys dig into what that means for Raya, how it affects the young keepers at the club, and whether the Chelsea-rehab project is a low-risk stroke of genius or a recipe for chaos. Then it's Sesko time. Is the Slovenian striker the new Lewandowski? Has Johnny had a change of heart? Is the scouting department about to take a W? The duo unpacks all the data, all the vibes, and all the potential. Finally, the big midfield conundrum: Thomas Partey is flirting with Barcelona, and the boys discuss the implications of his departure—could Douglas Luiz be the answer? It's a big pod with big chat, tactical insights, and even bigger energy. Get stuck in. 🎧 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices