Best Johnny Cochrane Podcasts (2026)

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THE DUGOUT | JIM CAMPBELL | KAI’S RETURN MIGHT NOT FIX EVERYTHING 57:17

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1d ago57:17

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The Dugout is back for 2026! Jim Campbell from the Football Ramble returns to shake off the New Year's haze (and the Villa celebration hangovers) for a jam-packed episode. We’re looking past the "brain farts" on the South Coast and focusing on the flex. From transfer window headaches to the comedy show at Old Trafford, we’re covering it all. On the…

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KING DECLAN WILL NOT LOSE! 1:02:42

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That’s the way we like it… A HUGE win against a very good Bournemouth team. Arsenal had their poor moments, but the team showed a lot of resilience and got the job done! We discussed: 🌸 Flower time for Gyökeres? 🪄 Ødegaard’s twinkle toes 🧱 Declan the DESTROYER ⚔️ Bournemouth’s man-to-man strategy 🧐 Hincapié reappraisal 🏆 The title race as it stands…

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EMERY CAN'T HURT ARSENAL NO MORE! 1:07:48

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HAPPY NEW YEAR FRIENDS! Arsenal had a VERY good end to the year. This podcast covers off the BIG Aston Villa game. This pod is a later drop, if you want them LIVE, then click the member options in the links below. 👑 King Trossard 🪄 Ødegaard Scintillating 🤙 Incredible Jesus 🧠 Zubi Bossing the Park ⏱️ Villa’s Cynical Timewasting 📈 Arsenal Sitting Ver…

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AOP CHRISTMAS PARTY LIVE SHOW 2025 | LATER RELEASE 1:40:06

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Take a listen to the AOP Live Show 2025. The boys took over the Park Theatre at Finsbury Park and delivered an AOP On The Whistle like no other. We had Pedro, Jacob, Matt, and Johnny... and added Arsenal Legend Ray Parlour to the mixer as a special guest. We also closed out the show with a song from Dugout regulars, The Manor. If you want to see th…

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DECLAN AND ODEGAARD HIT 5TH GEAR! BRIGHTON DOWNED! 1:04:33

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Pedro and Johnny got on the mics right after the game to discuss another monster win - our 8th of block 5!They chatted:🛡️ Declan BOSSING it at right back📉 Big Vik drops another shocker📈 Hincapie raises his level again!🤕 Injury clusters!🪄 Martin SHOWPONYdegaard!Hope you enjoy the show. If you want these early, sign up to our patreon below! x https:/…

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THE GYÖKERES PROBLEM: IS "MAIN MAN-ITIS" KILLING HIS CAREER? 54:44

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Host Jacob Hawley is joined by actor and comedian Ed Kear for a debut appearance on the pod. The pair dissect a frustrating but vital win against Wolves, the strange feeling of being five points clear without fully clicking, and why this season feels different to previous title charges. In this episode: The Screen Smasher: Ed talks about the relief…

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WOLVES: EXCELLENT RESULT, DIRE PERFORMANCE, ARSENAL WINNING THE LEAGUE! 1:09:27

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It wasn't pretty, but it was effective. The boys gather to break down a "nail-biter" against Wolves that saw Arsenal escape with a win and move five points clear at the top of the table. Despite a "destruction 11" lineup that failed to destroy, the panel discusses why winning ugly—even with two own goals—is the hallmark of champions. In this episod…

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THE DUGOUT | VILLA HEARTBREAK, THE SALIBA VOID & A 10-POINT TITLE PREDICTION 52:47

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Fresh from a cold open training session at London Colney, Simon Collings (The Standard) joins host Jacob Hawley for a new episode of The Dugout. The pair dissect the “gut punch” defeat at Villa Park, analyzing how the match descended into an “Unai Emery basketball game” and asking the big question: Can this team survive the winter without the aura …

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CURSE OF EMERY HAUNTS ARSENAL (AGAIN) 1:10:02

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All the boys are on for this one… and it was a horrible afternoon. We got into: 🎩 Odegaard’s performance 💣 Viktor’s disaster cameo 💀 The last-minute killer blow 🚨 Defensive chaos across the pitch 👊 Unai’s revenge tour rolling on Take a listen. IF YOU WANT THE ADVERT FREE VERSION OF THIS RIGHT AFTER THE GAME PLEASE SIGN UP HERE: https://www.patreon.…

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BEES SWATTED BUT INJURIES STING (AGAIN) | LATER BIRD POD 59:37

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It was a GLORIOUS no-drama kind of evening against Brentford which made for GOOD discussion. Pedro, Matt, and Johnny discussed: 🛡️ Best defence on the planet with another clean sheet 👑 KING MERINO OWNING THE 9 SHIRT 💀 Injury curse ramps up – Dekkers and Mosquera struck down 😬 Chelsea and Liverpool have shockers 🎩 Martin Odegaard and his OK return E…

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MERINO - BEST ARSENAL PLAYER OF 2025? 59:47

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Pedro and Jacob dive into a nervy but valuable midweek win over Brentford, unpacking: 🔥 How Arsenal completely neutralised Brentford’s set-piece circus 💪 Merino’s outrageous form and whether he’s now undroppable 😬 Declan’s calf tweak, Mosquera’s knock, and the growing fitness crisis 🤕 Arteta’s rotation choices and the training-ground intensity deba…

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FRIED ARSENAL STRUGGLE WITH INTENSITY 1:08:33

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Rough afternoon at The Bridge, but a point gained. We discuss: 🔵 Caicedo madness 🤕 Arteta making the same fitness mistakes 😬 Madueke getting overawed 🥶 Myles having another poor game 🐺 MERINO DOING BIG DOG THINGS 🟥 Arsenal letting Chelsea off 10 men Enjoy the listen! x ____________________________ 🎧 IF YOU WANT THIS CONTENT AD FREE AND ALL THE BONU…

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ARSENAL: BEST IN EUROPE? 59:24

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Jacob Hawley is back in the Dugout with Telegraph football reporter Sam Dean to break down one of the biggest weeks in the Arteta era. Fresh off dismantling Spurs and putting Bayern Munich in a chokehold at the Emirates, the lads get stuck into the big question: is this the best-coached team in Europe? We talk through: 🔥 Bayern Demolition: Why Arse…

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🧠 THERAPY SESSION | DANCING ON GRAVES, CHATTING BAYERN, LOOKING AT ROTATION OPTIONS 56:09

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We’ve moved therapy to Tuesday, but who needs therapy when you’ve just walloped Spurs 4-1? Matt Kandela and Jacob Hawley join the show to joy-scroll through the wreckage of Tottenham’s season and ask the big questions: Are we now culturally bigger than Real Madrid? And have we accidentally become the “Heavyweights” of world football? In this episod…

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ARSENAL DESTROY GUTLESS SPURS! 1:04:37

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PEDRO AND MATT WENT LIVE AFTER THE GAME TO BREAK DOWN A HUGE WIN UNDER THE LIGHTS AT A FOG-FILLED EMIRATES 🌫️⚽️ ⭐ PRAISE THE MAGNIFICENCE OF EZE 🐺 CELEBRATE ROTTWEILER DECLAN 🎯 ASSESS THE FREAK GOAL 📊 TALK ABOUT SPURS TACTICS AND THEIR HOPES MOVING FORWARD 😡 CHAT ABOUT RICHARLISON AND HOW ANNOYING HE IS 🛡️ WAX ABOUT JURRIEN 🔄 CONSIDER ROTATION OPTI…

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🧠 THERAPY SESSION | ARSENAL INEVITABLE, GOOD INJURY NEWS, STRATEGIZING BLOCK 5 59:06

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On today’s episode, Pete and Jacob limp out of the international break with bruised mouths, bruised lineups, and bruised optimism ahead of a monster North London Derby. We get into: 🧟‍♂️ Injury apocalypse Gabriel’s abductor blow, the real timeline, and how this derails Arsenal’s December monster run. 🧩 Who replaces Big Gabi? Calafiori at CB? Mosque…

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THE DUGOUT | SPURS BRIEFING FROM JACK PITT-BROOKE (THE ATHLETIC) 49:51

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In this Dugout edition of The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, Jacob Hawley takes the hosting seat and welcomes Jack Pitt-Brooke of The Athletic for a deep dive into the North London Derby build-up. Across a lively and insightful conversation, they explore: Tottenham through the eyes of someone who covers them, not supports them, striking the perfect balan…

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☎️ THE AOP PHONE-IN | U-TURNS, LEGEND DREAMS, TROPHY HAUL PREDICTIONS 1:03:00

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It’s all the boys on the show, ready to take the awesome member questions that you’ve all been percolating on. We covered a wide range of topics, including upcoming U-turns, the Ethan conundrum, predictions on trophy hauls, and much, much more. Thanks for making this a GREAT SHOW! x 🎧 IF YOU WANT THIS CONTENT AD FREE AND ALL THE BONUS THINGS LIKE N…

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🧠 THERAPY SESSION - MAKING ROOM FOR TOO MANY TEENAGE SUPERSTARS 58:52

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This week’s Arsenal Opinion is therapy in name only — because everyone’s feeling suspiciously good. Pedro, Matt, and Jacob try to process the weird calm that comes with a 10-game winning streak, a record defensive run, and a fanbase already booking trophy parades. They dive into: 🔥 Hottest of Takes — Saka’s missing his mates, the clean-sheet obsess…

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🎙️ THE DUGOUT: ADRIAN CLARKE ON CUP ROTATION, GYOKERES, DECLAN RICE & THE EVOLUTION OF ARSENAL 52:47

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Jacob Hawley is joined by former Arsenal player and tactical guru Adrian Clarke for a deep dive into Arsenal’s form ahead of the Slavia Prague game. The pair get into: ⚽️ Why Arsenal’s “mini-cups” matter more than ever 🧠 Gyokeres’ all-round evolution and what comes next 💪 Declan Rice as the true heartbeat of the team 🎯 The Trossard and Eze effect 🩺…

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GYOKERES DROPS A WORLDIE / ARSENAL BURY BURNLEY 1:06:55

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The boys dive into the brilliant Burnley result that’s set Arsenal up for a very good weekend — no matter what happens elsewhere. They get into: 🐴 Decland the HORSE 🎨 Trossard and looking beyond the ‘image’ 🧠 Arteta — best in the game? 💪 GYOKERES THE BEAST 🍀 Has Lady Luck finally switched sides? A fun, fiery one. Thanks for being a member and tunin…

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🎙️ THE DUGOUT | ALEX MONEYPENNY FROM THE DIFFERENT KNOCK 1:00:57

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In this week’s Dugout, Jacob Hawley sits down with YouTuber, actor, and writer Alex Moneypenny for a wide-ranging chat that moves from the Emirates media box to the London theatre stage. The two talk Arsenal from every angle — the view from behind the goal at the Man City game, why Victor Gyökeres divides the fanbase, and how Mikel Marino might hav…

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PALACE SMASHERS STAY TOP OF THE LEAGUE! 1:07:12

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The boys are back to discuss a HUGE three points against Palace and a delicious weekend of mega results around the league. They discuss: ⚽ The importance of Timber being our best player 🧱 The immensity of Big Gabi 🤔 The troubling issue of Gyökeres in the Premier League 🎨 Eze doing his old club dirty IF YOU WANT THESE PODCASTS WHEN THEY RECORD OR AB…

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FEAR FACTOR FC 1:01:16

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The boys are back for a Thursday Therapy Session, with Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley breaking down Arsenal’s swagger and the chaos sweeping Europe. 💭 How did Arsenal become the team everyone fears? 🔥 Calafiori’s “Galloping Pony” chaos and the rise of the pre-assist king 😱 Liverpool’s £130 million nightmare — is the Salah-Slot era already cra…

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UGLY WINS GET A GLOW-UP - ON THE WHISTLE (LATER) 1:02:14

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🔥 The boys deliver the verdict on an AMAZING win that was quite ugly. 🤔 Have goalposts shifted for Gyök? 🧱 How is our defence so incredible? 🎩 CALAFIORI IS MAGIC 💫 Saka, looking ELITE 😤 VAR at us again… but was it a pen? 🏆 TOP OF THE TABLE THOUGHTS 🎧 Take a listen now — and remember, if you want these podcast when they happen, sign up to our member…

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THERAPY SESSION | REVISING MERINO SLANDER 52:38

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Pete, Matt Kandela, and Jacob Hawley return for a fiery therapy session — unpacking Arsenal’s international break chaos, Viktor Gyökeres’ crisis of confidence, and the looming barometer game away at Fulham. The crew debates whether the Swede’s slump is just a blip or the start of a bigger rethink — and how long Mikel Arteta will persist before Kai …

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🎙️ THE DUGOUT | THE MANOR RETURN 1:01:45

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The lads are back — and this one’s got proper pub garden energy. Johnny Dutch and Danny Graft return to The Dugout fresh from the studio, dropping exclusives about new music, a summer beer collab, and a massive sing-along anthem in the works. From there it’s pure Arsenal flow: ⚽ Gabby Jesus redemption arc talk — why the chaos merchant might be key …

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THE DUGOUT | JACOB MEETS ACTOR-COMEDIAN TOM ROSENTHAL 49:27

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Actor-comedian Tom Rosenthal joins Jacob Hawley for a brilliantly chaotic episode of The Dugout, diving deep into Arsenal’s evolution under Mikel Arteta. 🔥 Highlights: Tom’s spicy takes on the state of Arsenal’s squad The rise of the YouTube tactician and why modern football brains live in bedrooms Calafiori’s understated brilliance and how Arteta …

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WEST HAM (H) | 'KILLER INSTINCT' ARSENAL EVOLUTION (LATER BIRD) 57:57

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THE DUGOUT | SPECIAL GUEST LAURA KIRK-FRANCIS 57:23

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In this episode of The Arsenal Opinion, Jacob is joined by special guest Laura Kirk Francis, whose Arsenal content has been lighting up social media over the past six months. Together, they relive the rollercoaster of emotions from Arsenal’s dramatic win at St. James’ Park, from the pain of overturned penalties to the joy of late winners. The discu…

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NEWCASTLE (A) | ON THE WHISTLE | MEGA LAST MINUTE WINNER! 1:11:12

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The Arsenal Opinion crew is back with a monster episode after Arsenal’s dramatic last-minute win against Newcastle. Pete, Matt, and Johnny break down the emotions of a true statement victory—relief, joy, and the sense that momentum has shifted in the title race. We cover: Big Gabby’s redemption arc: from costly error to heroic match-winner Eze’s st…

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THERAPY SESSION | SALIBA SIGNS, DYNASTY BEGINS? 54:42

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💥 AOP LIVE TICKETS💥 go on sale at 10am this morning (UK time). It's in London, Finsbury Park, and there are limited tickets. Go to https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ for the link! Back to the podcast... Jacob and Matt are back for a Thursday Therapy fresh off Arsenal news that could define the next era: William Saliba has signed a five-year deal. The lads…

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DUGOUT SESSION | JIM CAMPBELL FROM FOOTBALL RAMBLE 1:02:44

4M ago1:02:44

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Jacob Hawley is back in the Dugout chair with Arsenal podcaster and Football Ramble legend Jim Campbell. Together they dive into Arsenal’s cautious start to the season — is Mikel Arteta overthinking it, or just managing a brutal run of fixtures? They debate: ⚔️ The fine line between caution and ambition against City & Liverpool 🎹 Does Arsenal’s mid…

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MANCHESTER CITY (H) | ON THE WHISTLE 1:02:30

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MANCHESTER CITY (H) | ON THE WHISTLE | JOHNNY & PEDRO (EARLY BIRD)🎙️ On the Whistle is here (Pedro is VERY ill 🤒 so forgive any slurring)⚡ Saliba decision-making😊 Staying positive after a good point😬 Worried about ‘safety first’ line-up😢 Anonymous Gyok🥖🍝 Martinelli making us eat DELICIOUS humble pieHope you enjoy! x If you want these right after th…

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THERAPY SESSION - THIERRY YAPPING! RESPECT, OR TIME TO STOP? (LATER BIRD) 1:04:04

4M ago1:04:04

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It’s a therapy session with Pete and Jacob Hawley as we dive into three days of wild Champions League football. We cover: 🐱 Mourinho’s nine lives and his toxic-but-entertaining return to the big stage 📸 Inside access to Arsenal’s relentless content machine and how Arteta’s culture is shaping players on and off the pitch ⚡ Why Erling Haaland is stil…

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THE DUGOUT | KEVIN LEE KHARAS OF REAL LIES (EARLY BIRD) 51:52

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Jacob is joined by Kevin Lee Kharas (@kevkharas), lead singer of Real Lies and devoted Arsenal fan, for a wide-ranging conversation that blends music, football, and the madness of modern fandom. From his surreal day filming content with Myles Lewis-Skelly and watching Piero Hincapié model Christmas knitwear, Kevin dives into why he sees Mikel Artet…

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ARSENAL BATTER FOREST BUT DEBATES RAGE! 1:13:19

4M ago1:13:19

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It’s all four of the AOP boys out here discussing the HUGE win against Nottingham Forest 🌳🔴⚪️ ⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: spicy content ahead, so skip if you scare easy ✨ Madueke – IMPACT or just more of the same from Chelsea? 🎯 Gyökeres – “all he does is score goals”… but is that actually ok? 💎 Mosquera – bargain of 2025? 🚀 ZUBI ZUBI TWOOOOO! If you want …

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THE DUGOUT | SPECIAL GUEST, JAMES BENGE!!! 1:02:36

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It’s Episode Three of The Dugout series, hosted by Jacob Hawley. This week’s guest is Arsenal journalist James Benge (CBS Sports, formerly Arseblog/Arsecast, now co-hosting with Charles Watts). Jacob and James dive deep into Arsenal’s present and future, international break weirdness, and the narratives shaping the season so far. 🔥 Early access for…

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THE DUGOUT | ARSENAL SESSION WITH SOUTH LONDON BAND, THE MANOR 1:05:15

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🎙️ The Dugout with Jacob Hawley This week Jacob sits down with Johnny Dutch and Danny Graft from South London cult band The Manor. The conversation is a mix of music, South London culture, and of course — Arsenal’s present-day drama. Expect talk about: The rise of The Manor in London’s music scene 🎶 Arsenal’s summer moves: Gyökeres arriving, Eze as…

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NEGATIVE ARSENAL, SLAPPED DOWN AGAIN! 1:02:39

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If you’re getting this on Tuesday… you could’ve had it earlier 👀 Want the early bird? Check the links at the bottom and become a member. 🎙️ ON THE WHISTLE: Liverpool (A) Here’s what we covered: 🥷 Gyökeres the anonymous 👑 Madueke with the KING performance 🛡️ Mosquera the GREAT ⚠️ Negative Arteta — is his safety-first approach an issue? 🔮 Where we’re…

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DUGOUT CHAT | JACOB HAWLEY & SPECIAL GUEST HORATIO GOULD 51:39

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We’re debuting a brand-new format: Dugout Chat. Each week, Jacob Hawley sits down with some amazing voices in the culture to talk football, Arsenal, and everything in between. For the first episode, Jacob is joined by comedian Horatio Gould (co-host of the Fin vs History podcast. @HoratioTheGould). They dive into life as Arsenal fans across eras, t…

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LEEDS DESTROYED - ON THE WHISTLE! 1:11:38

5M ago1:11:38

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Johnny and Pedro get stuck into a MONSTER On The Whistle, where we discuss: Gyok off the mark! Jurrien Timber, best left and right back Injury nightmares continue... Zubimendi and Dekkers finding their feet! Max Dowman debut! Madueke looking VERY good Ethan... possibly not making it into Liverpool starting 11 Martinelli... 4th choice This podcast w…

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EMERGENCY PODCAST: KAI OUT / EZE IN!!!!!!! 57:01

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ARSENAL FANS, GET ON THIS RIGHT NOW! We discuss the injury issues with Kai Havertz, then crack into the juiciest story of the window... EZE TO ARSENAL! This is Johnny and Jacob. Buckle up. Get stuck in! If you want to be a member, join here: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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MANCHESTER UNITED (A) - ON THE WHISTLE 1:05:40

5M ago1:05:40

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The very FIRST On the Whistle of the season has LANDED. It’s Pedro, JC, and Kandela. Discussions were spicy after a terrible looking AMAZING victory. We discussed: Gyokeres debut Lack of Zubi / Declan chemistry Odegaard’s new role Timber looking crazy good DAVID RAYA MOTM If you want to get these podcasts LIVE and 48 hours earlier than everyone els…

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EZE AND RODRYGO ON THE ROCKS 1:04:36

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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. T…

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GYOKERES HUSHES THE DOUBTERS! 1:05:18

5M ago1:05:18

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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,…

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THERAPY SESSION: ANOTHER PRESEASON DOWNER? 56:18

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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. …

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MAX DOWMAN SHOW 54:22

5M ago54:22

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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 …

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MONSTER EZE RUMORS - THE PERFECT SUMMER? (LATER DROP) 1:01:23

6M ago1:01:23

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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 …

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WINGFIELDER DREAMS FADING? 55:07

6M ago55:07

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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 philosop…