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We focused all things Arsenal:
- How to unlock the creativity in attack
- Zubi v Rice as the pivot and game time management
- Gyokeres v Jesus v Kai Havertz; Things each brings to the squad
Listen onto the pod and let us know your thoughts!
- How to unlock the creativity in attack
- Zubi v Rice as the pivot and game time management
- Gyokeres v Jesus v Kai Havertz; Things each brings to the squad
Listen onto the pod and let us know your thoughts!
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
We focused all things Arsenal:
- How to unlock the creativity in attack
- Zubi v Rice as the pivot and game time management
- Gyokeres v Jesus v Kai Havertz; Things each brings to the squad
Listen onto the pod and let us know your thoughts!
- How to unlock the creativity in attack
- Zubi v Rice as the pivot and game time management
- Gyokeres v Jesus v Kai Havertz; Things each brings to the squad
Listen onto the pod and let us know your thoughts!
#Trossard has been most prolific on the left for the team, ahead of both Martinelli, Madueke or Eze. It’s time we give him the credit that is due, both of the last two games came alive once he was on the pitch.
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
#Trossard has been most prolific on the left for the team, ahead of both Martinelli, Madueke or Eze. It’s time we give him the credit that is due, both of the last two games came alive once he was on the pitch.
Trossard over Martinelli
Martinelli has 5 in 5 in the CL but his performances starting the games v coming off the bench considered, the preference would be a fit Trossard to stay ahead.
Martinelli has 5 in 5 in the CL but his performances starting the games v coming off the bench considered, the preference would be a fit Trossard to stay ahead.
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Trossard over Martinelli
Martinelli has 5 in 5 in the CL but his performances starting the games v coming off the bench considered, the preference would be a fit Trossard to stay ahead.
Martinelli has 5 in 5 in the CL but his performances starting the games v coming off the bench considered, the preference would be a fit Trossard to stay ahead.
Almost 50% of the attacking threat is now being led by the right side with 25 /25 from middle and left. We need a tactical change to be little bit more unpredictable going forward.
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Almost 50% of the attacking threat is now being led by the right side with 25 /25 from middle and left. We need a tactical change to be little bit more unpredictable going forward.
Saka is still magic 💫
#Saka has two assists and has made a lot of FPL teams happy for captaining him this game week. But the Arsenal reliance on him to create and attack the opposition goal has now become more easy for opposition to mark or double down upon. 
#Saka has two assists and has made a lot of FPL teams happy for captaining him this game week. But the Arsenal reliance on him to create and attack the opposition goal has now become more easy for opposition to mark or double down upon. 
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Saka is still magic 💫
#Saka has two assists and has made a lot of FPL teams happy for captaining him this game week. But the Arsenal reliance on him to create and attack the opposition goal has now become more easy for opposition to mark or double down upon. 
#Saka has two assists and has made a lot of FPL teams happy for captaining him this game week. But the Arsenal reliance on him to create and attack the opposition goal has now become more easy for opposition to mark or double down upon. 
Put excellently into words in the post match X space by our friend Raman. Have a listen to full post match analysis here:
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https://x.com/imganesha/status/1999965691529887911?s
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Put excellently into words in the post match X space by our friend Raman. Have a listen to full post match analysis here:
x.com/imganesha/st...
x.com/imganesha/st...
Quick turnaround in the #Arsenal half leads to cross into the box. Hincapie naive in the box, allows the huge Arokodare to be onside, thinking of tackling the striker physically rather than tactically.
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Quick turnaround in the #Arsenal half leads to cross into the box. Hincapie naive in the box, allows the huge Arokodare to be onside, thinking of tackling the striker physically rather than tactically.
Defensive debacle after 85 mins
81’ - Gyokeres sub out / Jesus subbed in
Nobody is occupying the Wolves CBs any longer, they build up sustained possession for the first time in the game. Jesus is good at his dribbles but still lacks the physical strength and this was identified by Wolves.
81’ - Gyokeres sub out / Jesus subbed in
Nobody is occupying the Wolves CBs any longer, they build up sustained possession for the first time in the game. Jesus is good at his dribbles but still lacks the physical strength and this was identified by Wolves.
December 14, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Defensive debacle after 85 mins
81’ - Gyokeres sub out / Jesus subbed in
Nobody is occupying the Wolves CBs any longer, they build up sustained possession for the first time in the game. Jesus is good at his dribbles but still lacks the physical strength and this was identified by Wolves.
81’ - Gyokeres sub out / Jesus subbed in
Nobody is occupying the Wolves CBs any longer, they build up sustained possession for the first time in the game. Jesus is good at his dribbles but still lacks the physical strength and this was identified by Wolves.
He assisted both the Noni goals and second one was especially good. Zubi's cross have unlocked defences in the past as well and this one skill he needs to bring to the game more often for Gyokeres and Gabi Jesus to exploit.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
He assisted both the Noni goals and second one was especially good. Zubi's cross have unlocked defences in the past as well and this one skill he needs to bring to the game more often for Gyokeres and Gabi Jesus to exploit.
Zubimendi is special!
On a night, where he did not have the comfort of midfield machine, Declan Rice beside him, Zubimendi showed he can be the single pivot and a box to box midfielder depending the state of the game.
On a night, where he did not have the comfort of midfield machine, Declan Rice beside him, Zubimendi showed he can be the single pivot and a box to box midfielder depending the state of the game.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Zubimendi is special!
On a night, where he did not have the comfort of midfield machine, Declan Rice beside him, Zubimendi showed he can be the single pivot and a box to box midfielder depending the state of the game.
On a night, where he did not have the comfort of midfield machine, Declan Rice beside him, Zubimendi showed he can be the single pivot and a box to box midfielder depending the state of the game.
This kid showed again on why he belongs to the big stage. He and Gabi Jesus combined to provide some attacking fluidity. It appears that Arsenal team will now need to retune their attack to play with a center forward. It will be different to a style preferred with Merino and they need to adjust.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
This kid showed again on why he belongs to the big stage. He and Gabi Jesus combined to provide some attacking fluidity. It appears that Arsenal team will now need to retune their attack to play with a center forward. It will be different to a style preferred with Merino and they need to adjust.
Christmas return for Jesus!
Gabi Jesus back on the pitch and showed flashes of why Arsenal fans missed him. 1 shot hit the cross bar and the 2nd saved by the GK. Also we need to understand why Nwaneri is not getting more mins?
Gabi Jesus back on the pitch and showed flashes of why Arsenal fans missed him. 1 shot hit the cross bar and the 2nd saved by the GK. Also we need to understand why Nwaneri is not getting more mins?
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Christmas return for Jesus!
Gabi Jesus back on the pitch and showed flashes of why Arsenal fans missed him. 1 shot hit the cross bar and the 2nd saved by the GK. Also we need to understand why Nwaneri is not getting more mins?
Gabi Jesus back on the pitch and showed flashes of why Arsenal fans missed him. 1 shot hit the cross bar and the 2nd saved by the GK. Also we need to understand why Nwaneri is not getting more mins?
The team had to adapt to play without him. However one thing is certain, if Arsenal wants to win the league or CL, it will need one of its attacking trio to hit 15+ goals contribution.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The team had to adapt to play without him. However one thing is certain, if Arsenal wants to win the league or CL, it will need one of its attacking trio to hit 15+ goals contribution.
Gyokeres goes back to struggling?
Either the player has to adapt to the Arsenal's style of attack by being involved in the build up or other attacking players need to adapt to his direct style of play. All the flair he showed in the games running to his injury needs to be rediscovered.
Either the player has to adapt to the Arsenal's style of attack by being involved in the build up or other attacking players need to adapt to his direct style of play. All the flair he showed in the games running to his injury needs to be rediscovered.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Gyokeres goes back to struggling?
Either the player has to adapt to the Arsenal's style of attack by being involved in the build up or other attacking players need to adapt to his direct style of play. All the flair he showed in the games running to his injury needs to be rediscovered.
Either the player has to adapt to the Arsenal's style of attack by being involved in the build up or other attacking players need to adapt to his direct style of play. All the flair he showed in the games running to his injury needs to be rediscovered.
Martinelli with 5 in 5!
Becoming the first Arsenal player to score in 5 consecutive CL games. His overall performance still has a lot to be desired off but his run of form in front of the goal will keep the Gunners at the top of CL table as of December 2025.
Becoming the first Arsenal player to score in 5 consecutive CL games. His overall performance still has a lot to be desired off but his run of form in front of the goal will keep the Gunners at the top of CL table as of December 2025.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Martinelli with 5 in 5!
Becoming the first Arsenal player to score in 5 consecutive CL games. His overall performance still has a lot to be desired off but his run of form in front of the goal will keep the Gunners at the top of CL table as of December 2025.
Becoming the first Arsenal player to score in 5 consecutive CL games. His overall performance still has a lot to be desired off but his run of form in front of the goal will keep the Gunners at the top of CL table as of December 2025.
Madueke special!
Brugge went for the attack, leaving for the open spaces for Madueke and Martinelli to exploit. Madueke scored two different kind of goals, one worldie from outside the box showing individual skill and 2nd CMs away from goal from an excellent Zubimendi cross.
Brugge went for the attack, leaving for the open spaces for Madueke and Martinelli to exploit. Madueke scored two different kind of goals, one worldie from outside the box showing individual skill and 2nd CMs away from goal from an excellent Zubimendi cross.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Madueke special!
Brugge went for the attack, leaving for the open spaces for Madueke and Martinelli to exploit. Madueke scored two different kind of goals, one worldie from outside the box showing individual skill and 2nd CMs away from goal from an excellent Zubimendi cross.
Brugge went for the attack, leaving for the open spaces for Madueke and Martinelli to exploit. Madueke scored two different kind of goals, one worldie from outside the box showing individual skill and 2nd CMs away from goal from an excellent Zubimendi cross.
Looks like Josh Nichols, Louie Copley, Marli Salmon and Marcell Washington all trained with the first team ahead of the Club Brugge match. But we need to bounce back after a defeat and hence preferred eleven should be our main squad players. Travel will provide experience for the youngsters.
December 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Looks like Josh Nichols, Louie Copley, Marli Salmon and Marcell Washington all trained with the first team ahead of the Club Brugge match. But we need to bounce back after a defeat and hence preferred eleven should be our main squad players. Travel will provide experience for the youngsters.
/Why the defensive unit ?
Also give this makeshift backline, little bit more game time to click together and hence Timber ahead of Salmon.
Raya needs rotation and Kepa also needs some game time.
Also give this makeshift backline, little bit more game time to click together and hence Timber ahead of Salmon.
Raya needs rotation and Kepa also needs some game time.
December 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
/Why the defensive unit ?
Also give this makeshift backline, little bit more game time to click together and hence Timber ahead of Salmon.
Raya needs rotation and Kepa also needs some game time.
Also give this makeshift backline, little bit more game time to click together and hence Timber ahead of Salmon.
Raya needs rotation and Kepa also needs some game time.
/ Strong attacking front ?
Strong front line to ensure we press high and get one or two quick goals and release the pressure on the team. Playing Madueke, might suit Gyokeres better.
#Championsleague
Strong front line to ensure we press high and get one or two quick goals and release the pressure on the team. Playing Madueke, might suit Gyokeres better.
#Championsleague
December 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
/ Strong attacking front ?
Strong front line to ensure we press high and get one or two quick goals and release the pressure on the team. Playing Madueke, might suit Gyokeres better.
#Championsleague
Strong front line to ensure we press high and get one or two quick goals and release the pressure on the team. Playing Madueke, might suit Gyokeres better.
#Championsleague
Also once Big Gabi is fit, this system will be defensively more solid, allowing Rice/ Zubi to play more freely. What are your thoughts on playing Havertz and Gyokeres in the playing 11 together. Which formation would you pick and why?
December 9, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Also once Big Gabi is fit, this system will be defensively more solid, allowing Rice/ Zubi to play more freely. What are your thoughts on playing Havertz and Gyokeres in the playing 11 together. Which formation would you pick and why?
Both the formation would make Rice/ Zubi, single screen in front of our defence and would rely on the skills of inverted full back like Cala or MLS. It will allow Kai and VG to play of each other and hopefully brings in more goals. Like for like subs are available on the bench.
December 9, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Both the formation would make Rice/ Zubi, single screen in front of our defence and would rely on the skills of inverted full back like Cala or MLS. It will allow Kai and VG to play of each other and hopefully brings in more goals. Like for like subs are available on the bench.