The Grove - An Arsenal Podcast

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  🎧 206 | Dowman Downs Ipswich, Brighton To Come 16.09.2026 1h

  Ipswich Away, Max Dowman Brilliance, Big Vik, Big Concerns & a Brighton Preview Max Dowman did not just score twice against Ipswich - he looked like he was born for this level. Tabs and Andy break down the 16-year-old's brace, the touch that sent a defender the wrong way, the off-ball work that had everyone talking, and why this might be the clearest sign yet that Arsenal have a genuine future star on their hands.But this episode is not only about one teenage sensation. Tabs and Andy also dig into the bigger picture from a fun 4-2 Carabao Cup win, including the strength of Arsenal's squad depth, the decision to rotate, and why this competition still matters for developing players who need minutes now.You'll discover:Why Dowman's first brace for the club feels bigger than a cup stat lineWhat his positioning, confidence, and decision-making say about his ceilingWhy Andy thinks his movement, pressing, and finishing are already far beyond typical 16-year-old standardsHow Miley Salmon, Bruno Guimaraes, and Mikel Merino impressed in a rotated sideWhy the performance of Victor Gyokeres has become one of the episode's most uncomfortable talking pointsTabs and Andy do not shy away from the hard questions either. They get into whether Gyokeres is struggling with confidence, effort, or something deeper, and what Arsenal may have to do if they cannot quickly get him back to his best. They also compare him with players who can be limited technically but still terrify opponents, and ask what actually makes a striker useful when the goals are not flowing.Then the conversation turns to Brighton. With Arsenal chasing a perfect start, the pair look ahead to a tricky away trip, the injury situation, possible lineup calls, and why this might be the right moment to face a strong opponent that is missing key players.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 TGP | After Review : GW4 Premier League 26/27 15.09.2026 1h 6min

  GW4 After Review: Manchester Derby VAR Controversy, Chelsea Can't Defend & Villa Score But Lose & Spurs STILL Goalless Tabs and Gianluca are back for Game Week 4 of The Grove Podcast's After Review show; the weekly Premier League roundup through an Arsenal lens. In this episode, Tabs and Gianluca break down the biggest talking points from the weekend, including the Manchester derby VAR decision, Chelsea’s defensive collapse, and Spurs’ alarming goal drought. They also touch on standout performances from Hull, Leeds, and Brighton, plus a quick Fantasy Premier League update.The episode also pulls in voice notes from other supporters, giving the review a wider league perspective while keeping the Arsenal lens front and centre.Key topics- The Manchester derby controversy, with Phil Foden’s red card and the oh so very wrong offside call for Erling Haaland’s goal- Manchester United still failed to do enough, even with Manchester City down to 10 men- Coventry’s red card against Brighton and how it swung a game that became much more one-sided afterward- Chelsea’s familiar pattern of scoring early and then collapsing defensively against Hull- Hull’s strong attacking numbers and why their unbeaten start looks more convincing than the table might suggest- Aston Villa’s struggles continuing after another defeat, this time to Nottingham Forest- Bournemouth and Brentford drawing again, with individual errors continuing to hurt Bournemouth- Spurs’ goal drought hitting historic levels, while Everton keep grinding out points- Liverpool’s frustrating 0-0 draw with Fulham despite heavy possession and a stacked attack- Crystal Palace’s worrying start and Ipswich’s growing confidence after another positive result- Leeds’ emphatic win over Newcastle and the case for them as an outside European challenger00:00 - Tabs opens the Game Week 4 review and sets the Arsenal-led agenda01:34 - Arsenal beat Sunderland and the post-match tension around the penalty05:51 - The Manchester derby controversy begins at Old Trafford11:09 - Foden’s red card and Bruno Fernandes’ role in the incident13:03 - Why Haaland’s goal stood and why the VAR process was the real problem15:46 - Accountability, old boys’ clubs, and how VAR could be restructured19:27 - Why Manchester United still failed to take advantage of City going down to 1022:36 - Coventry vs Brighton and the red card that changed the game27:29 - Chelsea’s early goal, then the defensive collapse against Hull29:50 - Hull’s attacking numbers and Chelsea’s long clean-sheet drought30:52 - Aston Villa’s latest setback and Forest’s deserved win34:47 - Bournemouth vs Brentford and the recurring issue of defensive mistakes41:40 - Spurs vs Everton and the continuing goal drought at the new stadium47:41 - Liverpool vs Fulham and Marcus’ voice note on the stalemate52:31 - Palace vs Ipswich, the red card, and Ipswich’s strong start55:03 - Leeds vs Newcastle and the late-night momentum swing at Elland Road59:26 - Highlight and low light of the weekend from Tabs and Gianluca62:24 - League table check-in, next week’s fixtures, and Fantasy Premier League updatesCOYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 205 | Arsenal Out-Bully Sunderland, Ipswich Rotation Expected 13.09.2026 1h 15min

  Sunderland Away , Raya’s Heroics, Bruno's Banger & Ipswich Preview Tabs returns, sleep‑deprived, cold‑ridden and fresh off a 500‑mile round trip for Episode 205 of The Grove Podcast, joined by Mitch to break down Arsenal’s hard‑fought 2–0 win at Sunderland and look ahead to Tuesday’s Carabao Cup tie at Ipswich.We start with the reality of a late‑night away day: getting home at 4 a.m., birthday breakfasts instead of beers, and the kind of fatigue only football fans understand. Then it’s straight into the match, Arsenal’s strongest XI, Timber finally back on the bench, and a performance that mixed control, resilience and a few nervy moments.Mitch gives a detailed breakdown of the Ben White injury scare: the taped thigh, the mid‑week niggle, the moment he pulled up, and why Timber’s sudden warm‑up made perfect sense. We discuss what the injury might mean, how long he could be out, and why Arsenal’s habit of passing to limping players needs to stop.Then comes the big talking point: the penalty. Tabs describes the confusion in the away end, Mitch explains the TV angle, and together they dismantle the decision, the grappling, the shirt pull, the VAR transcript, the “matey” commentary, and the judo‑roll nonsense that left Arteta furious. From despair to elation, Raya’s save becomes the highlight of the night: an outrageous leap, a strong hand, and a goalkeeper who continues to prove he’s irreplaceable.There’s praise for Arsenal’s defensive structure, the midfield balance, the game management, and the growing confidence of a team that keeps finding ways to win. And finally, attention turns to Ipswich away; rotation, Timber minutes, Bruno’s involvement, and how Arteta might approach a midweek cup tie after a brutal run of fixtures.A late‑night away day, a controversial penalty, a world‑class save, a goal for the ages and a cup preview.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 204 | Inevitable Arsenal Dominate Napoli, Sunderland Next 11.09.2026 1h 5min

  A Dominant Display, Missed Chances & Sunderland Preview Tabs returns for Episode 204 of The Grove Podcast, fresh from Naples, to break down Arsenal’s 1–0 Champions League win over Napoli and look ahead to Saturday night’s Premier League trip to Sunderland.We start with the full European away experience: the travel chaos, the safety briefings, the herding, the police escorts, the long bus loops around the city, and the late release back to the port. Tabs shares the highs (including an elite Neapolitan margherita) and the lows (queues, heat, delays, and being treated like cattle), giving listeners a real sense of what following Arsenal abroad can be like.Then Holly from the North Bank Pod (@northbankpod) joins to dissect the match itself, an excellent dominant Arsenal performance that somehow finished 1–0 thanks to a collection of extraordinary missed chances. We talk through the rotation, the players who came in, the left‑side drop‑off without Calafiori and Tzolis, Merino’s quality, Hincapié’s strong showing, and the ongoing debate around Gyökeres: his role, his limitations, and how he fits into an evolving Arsenal attack.Finally, attention turns to Sunderland away, a tricky, physical opponent with a clear identity and a dangerous left side. Tabs brings insight from Sunderland correspondent Andy, and we look at how Arteta might set up for an 8pm Saturday kick‑off that promises intensity and narrative.A European win, a pile of missed chances, and a Premier League preview.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 203 | Chelsea Beaten Again, Napoli Next 08.09.2026 1h 22min

  Beating Chelsea Again & Looking Ahead to Napoli Tabs and Andy return for Episode 203 of The Grove Podcast and it’s a joyous one. Arsenal beat Chelsea again, remain unbeaten after three games, and send that clown‑car club back to West London with nothing but excuses and self‑pity. It’s always sweet, always satisfying, and always worth celebrating.We break down a dominant Arsenal performance at the Emirates: the intensity, the physicality, the control, and the gulf in class that made it feel like men against boys. We talk through the line-up, why Tzolis got the nod, how Odegaard set the tone, and why Kai Havertz continues to torment his former club. There’s praise for Konsa’s superb home debut, the defensive structure, the midfield balance, and the growing confidence of a team that now imposes its football rather than reacting to others.There’s also discussion on Chelsea’s situation the spending, the excuses, the “project”, and why they still look miles behind despite all the noise. Plus a few reflections on the atmosphere, the lack of segregation outside the stadium, and the behaviour of certain Chelsea fans after the match.Then attention turns to Wednesday night: Arsenal’s Champions League opener against Napoli. We look at how Arteta might rotate, who’s likely to come in, and what to expect from a tricky first European fixture of the season.A celebratory episode where beating Chelsea never gets old.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 TGP | After Review : GW3 Premier League 26/27 07.09.2026 1h 13min

  GW3 After Review: Sunderland Don't Take Their Chances, City Grind, Liverpool Click, Fulham Collapse, Spurs Goalless & Utd Can't Seal The Deal Tabs and Gianluca return for Game Week 3 of the Grove After Review, the weekly Premier League roundup through an Arsenal lens. We start at the G‑Tech, where Tabs was in the stands for Brentford vs Sunderland — a surprisingly brilliant, chaotic 1–1 full of VAR drama, soft penalties, disallowed goals, and Brobbey bullying centre‑backs for 90 minutes. Sunderland flew out the blocks, Brentford rallied, and both sides left feeling half‑robbed and half‑relieved.Then it’s onto Manchester City’s narrow 1–0 over Coventry. Haaland’s header proves the difference, but Coventry impress again, creating chances, hitting the post, and making City sweat far more than expected. City grind, Coventry remain pointless and goalless, but not hopeless.Next up: Liverpool’s first win of the season, a 2–0 at Ipswich. Isaac continues his hot start, Gakpo pulls the strings, and Ipswich show tidy build‑up but no cutting edge. Marcus, our Liverpool correspondent, gives his thoughts, including why he thinks Araújo might actually be good and why Liverpool still look fragile despite the result. We also dive into Fulham vs Crystal Palace, a fun 3–2 full of comical defending, big swings, and Leno having another nightmare. Palace scrape through, Fulham look lightweight, and both sides could easily get dragged into trouble.We cover all the games and there’s also a quick look at the wider Premier League themes: not holding onto leads, promoted sides struggling in the final third, big teams can't find the back of the net and how early‑season patterns are already forming.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 202 | Chelsea Preview: Window Shut, Time To Focus On The Football 03.09.2026 1h 18min

  Assessing The Transfer Window, With Chelsea Up NextThe window has slammed shut and Tabs is joined by Jamie to sift through the good and the bad of Arsenal’s summer business, before turning attention to Sunday’s big early season clash against ChelseaWe open with the wider Premier League transfer madness: grotesque fees, private equity money, loopholes, and a market that feels increasingly detached from reality. Jamie breaks down how the new financial rules have shifted power toward clubs with huge non‑football revenue streams, and why the Premier League’s spending now looks so wildly out of sync with Europe.Then it’s onto Arsenal. We evaluate the window with a clear head:Zollis arrives as the lone forward additionKonza strengthens the defenceBruno Guimarães raises the midfield ceilingMLS effectively becomes a new signingAnd three attackers depart: Jesus, Trossard, MartinelliJamie gives the window a 7 to 7.5 out of 10, arguing that Arsenal were ambitious, fast and smart even if they didn’t land the final marquee attacker. We dig into the debate around depth on the left, the reliance on fitness, the knock‑on effect on Saka and Havertz, and whether Arsenal were right to avoid overpaying for players.There’s also a deeper conversation about the striker market: why true ceiling‑raisers barely exist, why Alvarez and Vinícius were the only genuine game‑changers, and why Arsenal’s pursuit of them, even unsuccessfully, still signals ambition.Finally, we turn to Sunday’s opponents: Chelsea, the asset‑trading company masquerading as a football club. We look at their squad build, their early‑season form, and how Arsenal should approach the match with Konza likely to start and the squad now fully focused on football rather than transfers.A window that promised fireworks ends with frustration, nuance and perspective and now it’s time to get back to business on the pitch.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 201 | Villa Review & Transfer Deadline Day Fallout 01.09.2026 1h 34min

  Celebrating An Away Win Against Villa & Have We Let Arteta & The Players Down? Arsenal are back to doing the most Arsenal thing imaginable: grinding out a tense, nervy, statistically dominant but emotionally chaotic 1–0 away win. Tabs is joined by Andy and Kuziva to break down the victory at Villa Park and to dive straight into the transfer deadline day fallout that has had heads falling off across the fanbase.We start with the match: a controlled but cagey performance, elite defending, and a Saka strike that proved enough. The lads talk through the rhythm of the game, Villa’s mid‑to‑low block, the slower patterns in the first half, and why Arsenal looked more cautious than in the opening two fixtures. There’s discussion on Miles Lewis‑Skelly’s more conservative role, the right‑side dominance, and how Villa’s setup forced Arsenal into patience rather than chaos.The subs get a big spotlight:Bruno’s excellent cameo, threading passes and instantly looking at homeZubimendi’s calming five‑minute masterclassEze’s impactKonza’s assured introductionMosquera’s knock (and why it’s nothing serious)Then we get into the refereeing because it was impossible not to. Tabs, Andy and Kuziva dissect one of the worst officiating performances we’ve seen in a long time: inconsistency, crowd bookings, missed fouls, bizarre advantage calls, and the Bruno penalty incident that somehow wasn’t given. When both sets of fans leave angry, you know the ref has had a shocker.And then… Transfer Deadline Day.Did Arsenal do enough?Should we have added a forward?Are we one Havertz injury away from trouble?Or is this squad, even without new arrivals, strong enough to defend the title?It’s a lively, honest, passionate discussion about ambition, risk, squad building, and the fine margins that define elite football.A gritty win, a quiet deadline day, and a big question hanging over the club.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 TGP | After Review : GW2 Premier League 26/27 30.08.2026 1h 14min

  AFTER REVIEW GW2 : Spurs Collapse Again, Liverpool Stumble, United Get 'Lucky' Tabs and Gianluca return for Game Week 2 of The Grove's "After Review" podcast, the weekly Premier League roundup through an Arsenal lens. We start with a quick thank‑you for the lovely feedback on the debut episode, then dive straight into the weekend’s action but not before Gianluca opens a surprise gift: a custom Arsenal “After Review” clock from listener Martin at Classic Football Clocks @ClassFootyClock. A perfect addition to his uni digs.Then it’s onto the football, and there’s only one place to begin: Tottenham 0–2 Newcastle. We break down the pre‑match hype, the “Spud Bros” misplaced optimism, the stadium announcer’s chest‑thumping, and how quickly it all fell apart. Spurs dominate possession, create little, collapse after half‑time, and get booed off in their first home league game. Newcastle, meanwhile, execute their game plan perfectly — organised, sharp on the break, and quietly impressive across two tough opening fixtures. We also hear from Elliot, our Spurs correspondent, who gives a brutally honest view from the other side.Next up: Liverpool 2–2 Nottingham Forest. Another slow, scrappy Liverpool performance, another comeback, another late equaliser. We talk through their full‑back issues, the midfield gaps, the lack of control, and how Forest exposed them repeatedly. Gakpo’s brilliance, Isaac’s tap‑in, and the growing sense that Liverpool are papering over cracks rather than solving them.There’s also a quick look at the wider Premier League themes: Forest’s improvement, Newcastle’s resilience, Spurs’ cultural rot, and how early‑season patterns are already emerging.Plus, a brief Arsenal detour Jesus, Vieira and Martinelli all departing on the same day and what that means for squad depth, the left‑hand side, and whether Arsenal might still move in the final hours of the window.It’s another sharp, schadenfreude‑rich After Review: analysis, nonsense, rival pain, and Arsenal‑coloured commentary.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected] Football Clocks @ClassFootyClock🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 200 | UCL Draw, Transfers & Villa Preview 27.08.2026 1h 39min

  UCL DRAW REACTION, TRANSFER MUSINGS & AN ASTON VILLA AWAY PREVIEW It’s a milestone episode — 200 — and Tabs is joined by Jamie to celebrate with a packed show: Champions League draw reaction, transfer sagas, Aston Villa preview, and a little origin story of The Grove.We start with the brand‑new Champions League league‑phase draw, which dropped minutes before recording. Tabs reveals the fixtures live to Jamie: Real Madrid at home, Bayern away, Dortmund, Betis, Lille, Napoli, Slavia Prague and Sabah. We talk through the difficulty of the draw, the travel, the away allocations, the timing, and how the new format shapes Arsenal’s path. There’s chat about the luck of last year’s knockout run, the importance of finishing top eight, and how early fixtures against Bayern or Madrid could actually favour Arsenal.Then it’s onto transfers. Reiss Nelson’s contract termination is confirmed — we reflect on his Arsenal journey, the Bournemouth moment, and why a clean break makes sense. The Martinelli situation takes centre stage: the noise, the handling, the fee, the Saudi interest, the emotional side, and the cold business reality. We discuss whether Arsenal have outgrown him, whether the club could have managed it better, and how Arteta and Berta operate in these moments.We also get into the Julián Álvarez chatter — what’s real, what isn’t, why Arsenal are even in the conversation, and whether he’s actually the profile Arteta would push for. Finally, we preview Monday night’s trip to Villa Park. We look at Villa’s chaotic start, their squad losses, their Champions League burden, Emery’s strange comments, and how Arsenal should approach the game. We also discuss whether Konsa should start immediately or ease in behind Mosquera and White.The episode closes with a short origin story: how The Grove WhatsApp group began, how the pod started, and how it grew into 200 episodes of Arsenal chat.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 TGP | After Review : GW1 Premier League 26/27 24.08.2026 1h

  AFTER REVIEW GW1 : Hull Maul United, Spurs Collapse, Villa Implode.The Grove launches its brand‑new weekly “Afte Review” pod — a look back at the Premier League weekend through an Arsenal lens. Tabs is joined by "The Boy", Gianluca, for the debut episode, and Game Week 1 delivers an absolute feast of schadenfreude.We talk through the new format, the father‑and‑son dynamic, and the joy of watching Match of the Day with the Arsenal trophy lift front and centre. Then it’s straight into the weekend’s carnage.Hull 2–0 Manchester United:United arrive full of optimism… and get mauled by the Tigers. We break down the performance, the midfield issues, the defending, the comedy moments, and the wider mood around Old Trafford. We also hear from our United correspondent Martin, who gives his view on the defeat and the looming Ipswich fixture.Brentford 3–0 Spurs:Spurs spend big, talk big, hype big… and collapse at the G‑Tech. We discuss Brentford’s energy, Tottenham’s passive midfield, their defensive chaos, and the early warning signs for Tottenham's new manager. We also bring in two fan perspectives — Tony (Brentford) and Elliot (Spurs) — for a brilliant contrast in tone.Brighton 4–0 Aston Villa:Villa implode in spectacular fashion. Four goals conceded, a red card, an own goal, Watkins missing, Emery cryptic, and Brighton ruthless. We talk through the meltdown, the squad issues, the departures, the Champions League burden, and whether Villa are heading for a very long season.Newcastle 2–2 Liverpool:A chaotic, scrappy, messy draw at St James’ Park. We look at Liverpool’s midfield gaps, Newcastle’s young engine room, the Isaac boos, the late penalty, and what both sides might look like once they settle.It’s a sharp, punchy, schadenfreude‑heavy review of GW1 — full of laughs, analysis, rival misery, and Arsenal‑coloured commentary.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 199 | The Champions Are Back: Coventry Review 22.08.2026 1h 28min

  ARSENAL 3 - COVENTRY 0 : CHAMPIONS START LIKE CHAMPIONS Arsenal’s title defence begins exactly how you’d want it to: a calm, controlled, comfortable 3–0 win under the lights at the Emirates. Tabs and Andy sit down to break down the opening‑night performance, the key talking points, and what this first glimpse of The Champions tells us about the season ahead.We talk through the feel of the night, the atmosphere, the ease of the performance, and how different it feels to start a Premier League campaign as champions. There’s chat about the pre‑match reveal of Ezri Konsa, what his arrival means for the squad, and whether he should start immediately or ease in behind Mosquera and White.The pod dives into the Coventry game itself: the starting XI, Bruno’s absence, Rice and Saka returning earlier than expected, and how the team looked with Havertz, Saka and Ødegaard all starting together — something that barely happened last season. We discuss the rhythm of the first half, the control, the patterns, and how Arsenal managed Coventry’s threat while creating chances with ease.There’s a deeper look at individual performances: Mosquera’s maturity, Ben White’s energy, Calafiori’s influence, and Ødegaard’s return to conductor mode — sharper, freer, more aggressive, and finally smiling again. We talk about how the structure around him has changed, how the combinations help him, and why he already looks closer to his 22/23 peak.We also touch on the wider squad picture: Bruno’s knock, Rice’s minutes, the midfield depth, and how this early‑season setup might shape the Villa and Chelsea fixtures coming next.It’s a relaxed, upbeat review of a stress‑free win, a strong start, and a reminder that Arsenal look settled, confident and ready to defend their crown.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 198 | 26/27 Season Predictions & Coventry Preview 19.08.2026 1h 51min

  CRYSTAL BALLS, RIVALS ASSESSED & COVENTRY TO COME: The Premier League is back. Arsenal begin their title defence on Friday night under the lights at the Emirates, and Tabs is joined by Andy and Ian (aka @arsecannonpics) to look ahead to the 2026/27 campaign with a full set of predictions, projections and pre‑season crystal‑ball gazing.We talk through the mood going into the new season, the feeling of returning as champions, and how different it is to start a campaign with the monkey finally off our backs. There’s chat about the Community Shield glow, the excitement around the squad, and how ready Arsenal actually look heading into matchday one.The pod dives into the the incoming signing of Ezri Konsa. We discuss why the deal makes sense, how he fits the “win‑now” strategy, what he offers immediately with Saliba and Timber out, and how his arrival affects Mosquera, White and the wider defensive structure. There’s also a wider conversation about Arsenal’s transfer approach, the homegrown situation, and the awkward public noise around Nwaneri, Miles Lewis‑Skelly and Martinelli.Then it’s prediction time. The lads reveal their forecasts for the Premier League table, the title race, surprise packages, golden boot contenders, and how Arsenal’s season might unfold. We also take a look at the so‑called rivals — what they’ve done this summer, who’s strengthened, who’s weakened, and who’s realistically fighting for second place.Finally, we preview Coventry: what we know, what we don’t, how they’ve recruited, how they’ll approach the game, and what Arsenal need to do on opening night. It’s a relaxed, fun, season‑launching episode full of optimism, analysis and a healthy dose of The Grove‑style irreverence.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 197 | Community Shield Review: Arsenal Sit City Down 17.08.2026 1h 13min

  WE ARE VERY GOOD & WINNING TROPHIES IS FUN Arsenal kicked off the season exactly how champions should by beating Manchester City 3–0 at Wembley and lifting the Community Shield. Tabs and Kuziva sit down to unpack what the win actually means, how Arsenal looked, how City looked, and what this performance tells us heading into the Premier League opener.We talk through the feel of the day, the confidence boost, and why this fixture — friendly or not — matters more when you’re the reigning champions. There’s chat about the starting XI, the surprise absences, and how Arteta is juggling fitness, squad limits and early‑season preparation.We break down the big themes from the match, the sharpness of key players, the standout performances from Ødegaard and Tzolis, and MLS' mentality and what a difference a Raya makes. We also touch on what City looked like under their new manager, and why they never really threatened.We round things off with a look at the tactical patterns, the right‑side dominance, the pace issue in midfield, and what this game hinted about the opening weeks of the season — especially with Saliba, Timber, Saka and Rice still building fitness.There’s a final detour into the other part of the Arsenal matchday experience — the ticketing website. Tabs and Kuziva chat about how poor it is for a club like Arsenal to not be able to have a fit for purpose ticketing website and why it's so disrespectful to the fans who spend so much time effort and money trying to support The Arsenal; something needs to be done, it's embarrassing!It’s a relaxed, celebratory review of a comfortable win, a trophy lift, and a reminder that Arsenal are starting the season with momentum, swagger and depth.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #norgaardArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 196 | Pre Season Is Done: Are We Ready? Probably Not 13.08.2026 1h 43min

  PRE-SEASON IS DONE...NOW WHAT? Tabs is back from holiday and pre‑season is finally done. The games were flat, the heatwave was ridiculous, and half the squad is still recovering from the longest World Cup ever but now things get serious. Jamie joins to break down what we learned, what we didn’t, and what actually matters heading into the new Premier League season.Pre‑Season Overview Arsenal beat Girona, lost to Betis and Dortmund, drew with Como, and played a behind‑closed‑doors friendly. With so many players away, pre‑season was more about fitness than form. Hale End kids like MLS, Dowman, Salmon and Nwaneri impressed, while Tzolis looked the most “ready” of the new faces.Highlights & Lowlights Tzolis’ versatility, two‑footedness and set‑piece quality stood out. Ben White’s return was important given Timber and Saliba’s absences. Meslier looked sharp and has likely overtaken Kepa as No.2. Defensive shakiness vs Betis and Dortmund was noted but contextualised; missing Rice, Saka, Saliba, Timber, Raya, Ødegaard and more.Transfers & Squad Shape This is where things get interesting. Bruno Guimarães arrives as a major reinforcement, giving Arsenal a midfield of Bruno, Merino, Zubimendi and MLS before Rice even returns. We discuss what Bruno actually offers; progression, aggression, end product, and the ability to play with or instead of Rice.MLS is now a genuine midfield option, not just a cameo kid. His presence changes rotation, changes depth, but is he surplus to requirements? Do we cash in? Rumours of touting to Chelsea & Man Utd ... there's no smoke without fire. Hale End bond v The Business of Football.Martinelli’s situation gets a proper look too: why his PL output dipped, why his Champions League numbers were elite, and why the tactical environment last season didn’t suit him. With Bruno, Calafiori, Ødegaard and Havertz all fit, we talk about whether Martinelli could bounce back or do we cash in for a decent fee?We also cover the right‑hand side of defence: Mosquera + White will be the pairing until Saliba and Timber return. We talk about how that might hold up, and what type of reinforcements may be neededAre Arsenal Ready? Probably not fully; but neither is anyone else. The World Cup has left the entire league undercooked. Arsenal’s opening fixtures (Coventry, Villa, Chelsea, Brighton, Sunderland) will require patience and smart rotation. The key is not giving rivals a leg‑up and managing fitness carefully. Nine or ten points from the first five games, plus beating Chelsea, would be a strong start.Community Shield Preview Still technically pre‑season, but a useful test. Arsenal will be leggy, City will be leggy, and the result won’t define anything but it will be fun to win and will give clues about early‑season combinations.Closing Pre‑season is done. The real stuff starts now. Arsenal look settled, experienced, and ready to grind through the early fixtures before hitting stride. As always: like, subscribe, follow @thegroveafc, and enjoy the ride.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #norgaardArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 195 | Easy Win Kicks Off Arsenal's Pre-Season 02.08.2026 51min

  "COSTA BRAVA CHAMPIONS" - YOU'LL NEVER SING THAT!!! Episode 195 reviews Arsenal’s first proper outing of the summer a comfortable, confident 4–1 win over Girona that officially kicks off pre‑season and the march toward club football world domination. Tabs is joined by Ian (@arsecannonpics) to break down the match, the Hale End takeover, the transfer noise and what’s coming next.The pair dig into:Girona Review A strong starting XI mixed non‑World Cup players with early returners, and it was great to see Ben White back after his injury scare. Timber’s continued absence remains a worry, but this game offered important minutes for players who will be covering early‑season gaps.Highlights & Lowlights Dowman stole the show with an assist and a goal. Tzolis looked lively and confident on the left. Meslier made sharp saves (despite Perry Groves calling him “Kepa” all night). Hale End kids impressed across the board.Lowlights: Nelson and Vieira still floating around the fringes.Match Breakdown Havertz opened the scoring after a brilliant Dowman turn and pass. Tzolis added a second with a deflected finish. Girona pulled one back from a corner before Dowman made it 3–1 with a composed strike. Jesus capitalised on Ben White’s tackle to make it 4–1. The game fizzled into fitness‑mode once the conveyor belt of subs arrived.Transfers Bruno Guimarães — Deal close: £70m + add‑ons. Medical reportedly imminent. He brings passion, energy, leadership, and title hunger. Newcastle look like they’re imploding — manager gone, best players sold, Tindall out. Could be a very funny season up there.Vinícius Júnior — Madrid’s final offer is on the table. Vini reportedly interested in Arsenal’s proposal. Now it’s down to who blinks first. Dreaming is allowed.Nørgaard — Off to Everton for £7m. Under‑used but a great character. 101 Premier League minutes → Premier League champion. Wish him well.MLS Rumours — Manchester United “enquired”. Arsenal politely told them to absolutely do one.Costa Brava Cup: one trophy down, five to go. More pre‑season action coming after the Como match. Like, subscribe, follow @thegroveafc, and keep spreading the word; listener numbers are growing fast.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #norgaardArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 194 | Veni, "Vini", Vici? 29.07.2026 1h 9min

  I CAME, I VINNIED, I CONQUEREDEpisode 194 dives straight into the biggest, loudest, most ambitious rumour of Arsenal’s summer: Vinícius Júnior to Arsenal. Tabs is joined by Kusiva to unpack the madness, the hope, the implications, and the tiny sliver of possibility that has sent the fanbase into meltdown.The pair explore:​is Vinícius actually that good?​why he doesn’t always “pop” on screen compared to Mbappé, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia​his outrageous Real Madrid numbers: goals, assists, Champions League output​the “big‑game player” factor and why Arsenal desperately need one​how he fits Arteta’s structure + the flair Arsenal currently lack​why this is a once‑in‑a‑generation market opportunity​the Real Madrid contract stalemate, Mourinho factor, and the club’s financial squeeze​whether Arsenal are being used… or whether there’s a real opening​what signing Vinícius would say about Arsenal’s ambition, identity, and place in world football​the dynasty conversation: what comes after winning the league​can Arsenal afford to chase a unicorn without missing out elsewhere?​how Berta’s “spinning plates” approach applies to elite targets​the ego dynamics of second‑choice players like Barcola​whether Arsenal must stay in the race until the very last second​the commercial explosion if Vinícius ever walked into the Armoury​why Arsenal — not City, not PSG — are the only realistic destination outside Madrid​Tzolis, Martinelli, squad depth, and the left‑side rebuild​Bruno Guimarães inching close ... or is it?​the wider strategy: ceiling‑raisers vs floor‑raisers​how Arsenal’s status as Premier League champions changes the marketFollow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #norgaardArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 193 | Arsenal Win The World Cup & Transfer Chat 21.07.2026 1h 18min

  WC26 Ends, Arsenal Begins: Pre‑Season Starts & Transfer Talk Heats UpEpisode 193 marks the end of a eventful, colourful, occasionally ridiculous World Cup and the start of something far more important: Arsenal’s pre‑season. Tabs and Andy dive into the tournament’s finale, Spain’s deserved triumph, Argentina’s shithousery, and the Arsenal angles that matter now the dust has settled.The pair break down:why Spain were the most complete team in the tournamentthe Arsenal lens: Merino’s impact, Zubimendi’s minutes, Raya’s conesthe missed Merino header that had every Arsenal fan out of their seatArgentina’s approach, the Enzo meltdown, and the post‑match chaosthe Americanised halftime circus and the Infantino–Trump sideshowTuchel’s semi‑final disasterclassthe utterly pointless “bronze medal match”Saka and Rice starting in Miami heat — and why it infuriated Arsenal fansthe wider question: should players self‑exclude from meaningless internationals?familiar and unfamiliar faces returning to Sobhawho looks fit, who looks tired, and who looks very tannedearly impressions of the squad before the internationals returnwhat Arteta will prioritise in the first two weeksthe latest whispers, links and movementwho might be sold, who might arrive, and what positions need urgencyhow the World Cup has delayed or complicated certain dealsthe big question: are Arsenal moving fast enough?It’s a mix of World Cup fallout, Arsenal pre‑season excitement, transfer speculation, and a healthy dose of Grove‑style honesty.WC26 is over. Arsenal’s summer starts now.🔴 Spain’s World Cup Win⚪ England’s Bronze Match & Arsenal Concerns🔴 Arsenal Pre‑Season Begins⚪ Transfer Talk & Summer Rumours--Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #norgaardArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 192 | Transfer Special: In Berta We Trust? 13.07.2026 1h 29min

  In Berta We Trust… Or Do We?Episode 192 checks in on Arsenal’s summer, the rumours, the silence, the anxiety, and the growing debate around how the club is operating in the market. Tabs is joined by Andy to sift through the latest transfer noise, the World Cup distractions, and the big question hovering over the fanbase: do we actually trust Andrea Berta to run this window?The pair dig into:The latest from the World Cup Scotland’s exit and the “fear factor” conversationhow DRC, Cabo Verde and Curaçao exposed Scotland’s approachEngland’s run, Bellingham’s star power, and the spider‑cam controversyRice’s illness, Saka’s managed minutes, Madueke’s criticismTransfers, Rumours & Market Moodthe slow start to Arsenal’s window and why fans are twitching3rd choice keep good, 2nd choce keeper badthe Trossard sale and what it signals for the left sidethe ongoing links to Rogers, Barcola, Tzolis, Guimares and othershow injuries at the World Cup complicate early‑season planningwhether Arsenal can afford to wait… or need to act nowthe contrast between Arsenal’s patience and other clubs’ early movesthe “depth vs. ceiling” debate heading into a title defenceBerta's Businesswhether last summer’s window was genuinely good or simply “good enough”how much of that window was actually Berta’s workthe tension between discipline and ditheringthe HandOfArsenal thread that lit up the fanbasewhether Arsenal are moving like Premier League champions… or like a club still scared of overspendingand ultimately: is Berta’s approach the right one for a title defence?It’s a mix of transfer talk, World Cup fallout, squad planning, and a philosophical debate at the heart of the summer:In Berta we trust… or do we?--Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #norgaardArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)
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  🎧 191 | Inside Arsenal’s Medical Overhaul & Early Season Concerns 05.07.2026 1h 17min

  Get the lowdown on the Medical staff changes & How the World Cup will impact pre-season and the opening games of the season.Episode 191 digs into one of the most important — and least understood — parts of Arsenal’s off‑season: the sweeping changes to the club’s medical and performance department. Tabs is joined by friend of the pod Dr. Andrew Mitchell, a sports‑science academic and biomechanics specialist who has worked with Arsenal’s medical team, to unpack what’s really happening behind the scenes.Together they explore:the departures of key medical and performance staffthe arrivals of Abrantes, Angulo, Gomez and otherswhat these roles actually do day‑to‑dayhow decisions are made around fitness, load, recovery and return‑to‑playwhy injuries have been such a persistent issuehow much responsibility lies with the medical team vs. Artetathe “red zone”, repeat‑sprint demands, travel load and matchday intensitythe World Cup effect: Rice’s ice packs, Saka’s training issues, and what this means for Augustwhy Arsenal may need “bodies” early in the season before the main XI is fully availablehow the new structure might improve resilience, rehab and long‑term player availabilityPlus: reaction to Trossard’s departure, what it means for the left side, and how Arsenal might rebuild that part of the attack.It’s detailed, educational, honest and packed with insight — the kind of episode that makes you smarter about the game and what actually goes into keeping elite footballers fit.--Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #norgaardArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)