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Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

Written by: The Athletic
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The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Adrian Clarke, James McNicholas (Gunnerblog), Art de Roche and comedian Ian Stone bring you a twice-weekly podcast dedicated to Arsenal Football Club. They'll bring you reaction to all the games, expert insight into the inner-workings of the club, including transfers and contracts, and analysis on the women's team too.

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Episodes
  • Ben White returns in style in Brentford win
    Dec 4 2025

    James McNicholas and Art de Roché join Ian Stone to discuss Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Brentford on Wednesday.


    The panel reflect on the tension during the game, Ben White’s return to the starting lineup with a player of the match performance, Noni Madueke’s positive showing, the importance of Martin Odegaard regaining fitness, more injury woes as Cristhian Mosquera was forced off, and the dilemma Mikel Merino has given Arteta after another goal and assist up front.


    Plus, they look ahead to Aston Villa on Saturday, and we hear from Alex in Amsterdam in this week’s ‘Up Your Arsenal’ instalment.


    Producer: Robby Williams

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    33 mins
  • A point secured at Chelsea after an intense week
    Dec 1 2025

    Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to discuss the 1-1 draw away to Chelsea on Sunday.


    The panel reflect on the difficulties Arsenal faced at Stamford Bridge, why they were unable to find their rhythm, how the team managed without Gabriel and Saliba, Arteta’s game management, Rice having to play deeper, and the contributions from Saka and Merino.


    Plus, they audition some more player chants suggested by listeners and look ahead to Brentford at the Emirates on Wednesday night.


    Producer: Robby Williams

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    40 mins
  • Rice masterful in Bayern demolition
    Nov 27 2025

    Art de Roché and James McNicholas join Ian Stone to discuss a statement 3-1 victory against Bayern Munich at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night.


    The panel reflect on another fantastic team display, impactful contributions from the bench, Mikel Merino making the false 9 role his own, Eze’s growing influence, Declan Rice’s masterful display and how Martin Zubimendi has helped him reach new levels this season.


    Plus, they look ahead to Chelsea away at Stamford Bridge on Sunday and we hear from Charles in Switzerland in the latest instalment of ‘Up Your Arsenal’.


    Producer: Robby Williams

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    52 mins
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