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  • WINGFIELDER DREAMS FADING?

    WINGFIELDER DREAMS FADING?
    2025/07/23
    Pedro and Jacob dive into a late-night session after the mood hits rock bottom. Is the Gyökeres deal real or just a smokescreen for something grander? Why are Arsenal quibbling over pennies? And are we really about to watch Madueke fund Xavi Simons to Chelsea? 🔥 Topics include: Isak rumors and why the window feels fishy Arteta vs. Berta: A philosophical clash? Eze, Rodrygo… or nothing? Can Arsenal actually sell anyone? The ghost of the war chest strikes again 💌 Sign up to the newsletter: https://le-grove.co.uk 🔐 Support the pod & access bonus content: https://patreon.com/thearsenalopinion This one’s for the transfer conspiracy theorists, the deal obsessives, and the squad planners. Listen instantly—before Arsenal drop a signing and make us look stupid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 分
  • INTERVIEW SPECIAL: ICONIC NIKE ARSENAL KIT DESIGNER, DRAKE RAMBERG

    INTERVIEW SPECIAL: ICONIC NIKE ARSENAL KIT DESIGNER, DRAKE RAMBERG
    2025/07/21
    On this special episode of The Arsenal Opinion, we sit down with legendary Nike kit designer Drake Ramberg—the creative mind behind some of the most iconic Arsenal shirts of the '90s and early 2000s. From designing the lightning bolt kit that helped redefine Arsenal’s image, to wild goalkeeper shirts that broke every rule, Drake takes us on a journey through his career—from growing up in Portland and falling in love with art and sport, to reshaping European football aesthetics with Nike. We talk: Cultural immersion and the design process at Nike How Arsenal's shift from Adidas to Nike sparked a creative revolution Working on kits for PSG, Dortmund, and the Italian national team That David Seaman star shirt 😍 Why hoop socks should make a comeback How club identity and bold design choices go hand-in-hand If you’re a kit nerd, a design junkie, or just nostalgic for when football shirts were actual pieces of art—this one is a must-listen. This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on FRIDAY. If you want the audio FRESH when it lands, sign up to our: Patreon (7-day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 11 分
  • MADUEKE, £48.5M, ARE YOU MAD?

    MADUEKE, £48.5M, ARE YOU MAD?
    2025/07/18
    Pedro and Johnny are back in the AOP studio for a spicy Friday edition that dives straight into the most debated transfer of the summer: Noni Madueke. Is this a shrewd move from Andrea Berta or a head-scratching overpay to help Chelsea out of a PSR jam? We get stuck into: The internet-melting £48.5m fee The mystery of Arsenal’s sudden generosity Why Madueke might be more than just a backup to Bukayo Saka Shifting recruitment philosophies under Berta Comparisons to Sterling, Adebayor, and Jovinho (yes, that one) Johnny’s theory that Madueke is gunning for Martinelli’s spot And Pedro’s refusal to believe anything until the fax arrives 📠 If you’re looking for balance, spice, and a healthy dose of paranoia about agent fees and hairlines, this is the pod for you. 🧨 Join the debate. Get your takes in. And remember: until we see the spreadsheet… it didn’t happen. We also plug the Drake Ramberg (Nike Arsenal kit designer) interview – an iconic kit designer behind Arsenal’s 90s lightning bolt look and a must-listen for the shirt nerds (drops tomorrow). 🔗 Listen now and support us at: Patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion 📝 For your Arsenal newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 3 分
  • CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL (EARLY BIRD) CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL

    CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL (EARLY BIRD) CROSSOVER THURSDAYS - NICK BRIGHT ON WORKING FOR ARSENAL
    2025/07/13
    This week, we’re bringing the 🔥 with a very special guest — radio & TV presenter, DJ, and lifelong gooner Nick Bright. You might know him from BBC 1Xtra, 5 Live, or Arsenal’s matchday show… now he’s bringing his vibes to AOP! We dive into: 💥 HOTTEST OF TAKES: Rodrygo doubts, Maduéke skepticism, and yes… Nick says Spurs might've had a better window 👀 🎤 Life at Arsenal: Behind-the-scenes stories from Arsenal Nation, meeting Arsène Wenger, seething Europa League finals, and playing at the Emirates ⚡️ Media evolution: How Arsenal's content game has changed, why they’re the global benchmark now, and where they still need to grow 💿 DJ Bright's Vibes: Football songs that hit different and the emotional connection between music and the Arsenal journey 🔥 Transfer Talk: Madueke, Gyökeres, Zubimendi, Nørgaard, and the emotional pull of an Eze 10 shirt dream It’s a banger episode — football, media, identity, and a whole lot of laughs. Nick was unreal. If you love Arsenal and care about how the club tells its story, this one’s for you. This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Thursday. If you want the audio FRESH when it lands, sign up to our: Patreon (7-day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 18 分
  • EZE DEAL ETHAN DEPENDENT? THERAPY SPECIAL WITH SAM DEAN (TELEGRAPH)

    EZE DEAL ETHAN DEPENDENT? THERAPY SPECIAL WITH SAM DEAN (TELEGRAPH)
    2025/07/12
    This Arsenal Opinion pod was recorded on Thursday. If you want the audio FRESH, sign up to our: Patreon (7 day free trial): https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Newsletter: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ This week’s Arsenal Opinion Podcast is a proper therapy session. We welcome Sam Dean from The Telegraph to break down the wild summer so far—spinning striker sagas, financial chess moves, and the future of Hale End's crown jewel, Ethan Nwaneri. 🔥 HOTTEST OF TAKES fly as we debate: Is the "win-now" mindset a trap? Is Arsenal’s transfer strategy cautious brilliance or chaos in disguise? Could Madueke and Eze be smarter than a single Rodrigo splash? We also dissect the pivot away from Sesko to Gyökeres, evaluate Rodrigo's readiness (or lack thereof) for Artetaball, and question whether Andrea Berta is setting fire to the club's carefully built foundation—or future-proofing it. Plus:⚖️ Ethan’s contract drama🏗️ The case for smarter loans📉 Portuguese league red flags🧠 And… is Berta really in control? Strap in, it's a spicy one. Host: Pedro Guests: Matt Kandela, Jacob Hawley, and special guest ⁠Sam Dean (The Telegraph)⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 4 分
  • THERAPY SESSION: TOMI EXITS, SESKO STALLS, HEINZE HIRED

    THERAPY SESSION: TOMI EXITS, SESKO STALLS, HEINZE HIRED
    2025/07/06
    This Arsenal Opinion was published on Friday - if you want the podcasts earlier sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion The boyz are back for a BIG podcast where they cover off: 🎙️🔥 • New coach hired — is he crazy? 🧠😵• Šeško deal in jeopardy because of Berta relations 🤝💥• Arsenal promote top scout from within! 🔍🔼• Tomi exits Arsenal by mutual consent 🇯🇵👋 It’s a big one… enjoy responsibly! ⚠️🍻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 6 分
  • TRANSFER DEBRIEF: EZE, GYOKERES VS SESKO (AGAIN), KEPA, AND THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY

    TRANSFER DEBRIEF: EZE, GYOKERES VS SESKO (AGAIN), KEPA, AND THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
    2025/07/04
    It’s another crossover special on The Arsenal Opinion Podcast, and this time we’ve dragged the brilliant Suburban Gooner Chris away from the Same Old Arsenal pod and dropped him right into the heat of the AOP mixer. And what a session it was. 🔥 We kick off with some seriously spicy hot takes: Chris believes Eze is Arteta’s 2.0 tactical unlock. Pete lays down the law: Martinelli must go. Johnny backs the Eze for Ødegaard revolution. 🧤 We dive deep on Kepa’s signing – is it a smart piece of undervalued business or a risky bet on redemption? The lads talk brand value, tactical fit, and who really owns the #13 shirt legacy at Arsenal. 🎯 Then it’s a proper Eze appreciation session. The crew debates his position, his flexibility, and whether he’s the player to give Arsenal an edge when Ødegaard isn’t firing. ⚽️ To close, it’s the striker merry-go-round. Sesko or Gyökeres? We unpack the rumors, the agent drama, and the profiles that could define Arsenal’s summer window. 💔 A heartfelt moment is taken to reflect on the tragic news of Diogo Jota and his brother’s passing. Football feels secondary sometimes, and we pay our respects. 🎧 Listen now for smart analysis, hot takes, and the sort of crossover energy that makes the transfer window so much fun. Find Chris here: https://x.com/SuburbanGooner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 10 分
  • EZE AND RODRYGO - IN ONE SUMMER?

    EZE AND RODRYGO - IN ONE SUMMER?
    2025/07/02
    Matt Kandela joins Pedro for a sizzling summer debrief as the Arsenal transfer window finally ignites. We dig deep into: Why Andrea Berta's chaos might actually be the plan The buzz around Eberechi Eze and what he brings to the 10 role Rodrygo bench drama at Madrid... and what it could mean for Arsenal Kepa as backup keeper – a boringly brilliant move? Morgan Rogers vs. Eze – who would you pick? A bit of love for Steve Parish (yes, really) Kai Havertz system fit doubts growing? What the Club World Cup means for Man City’s early season 🔥 If you’re starving for transfer drama, this one hits the spot. 🎧 Listen ad-free and get early drops on our Patreon:👉 https://www.patreon.com/thearsenalopinion 🗞️ Subscribe to the Le Grove newsletter for written fire:👉 https://le-grove.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 分