Thursday Therapy was BANGING this week. We discussed: ARTETA SIGSN BEFORE NLD Gambling on Raheem Nwaneri temptations Saka for Captain! Strategising against Spurs Take a listen and let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Johnny and Matt get into the mixer for a Sunday Arsenal Opinion Special! Also, if you like this content ad free: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion If you like Arsenal newsletters that come daily: https://le-grove.co.uk/ This is what they spoke about: Here are five bullet points summarizing the key content from the podcast: 1. **Excitement for Upcoming Matches:** The hosts expressed anticipation for the crucial upcoming fixtures, particularly the North London Derby and the match against Manchester City. They emphasized the importance of these games for Arsenal’s season. 2. **Discussion on Player Form and Injuries:** There was a focus on the performances of key Arsenal players like Declan Rice, who admitted he was still regaining full fitness after the international break. Concerns were also raised about potential injuries to players like Calafiori, affecting their readiness for important matches. 3. **Raheem Sterling's Role at Arsenal:** The hosts discussed Raheem Sterling's integration into the Arsenal squad, highlighting his motivation after a disappointing stint at Chelsea and how he could be a significant asset, especially against Tottenham. 4. **Chelsea's Internal Struggles:** The podcast touched on the reported internal conflicts at Chelsea between Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali, with speculation on how these issues might impact the club’s stability and performance. 5. **Kai Havertz's Resurgence:** There was praise for Kai Havertz’s form, both for Arsenal and Germany, with the hosts discussing how his improvement since joining Arsenal has been noted by his national team manager, Julian Nagelsmann. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GET SOME THURSDAY THERAPY IN UR SYSTEM. Also, if you like this content ad free: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion If you like Arsenal newsletters that come daily: https://le-grove.co.uk/ Here's what we chatted about. 1. **Introduction and Warm-Up:** Musical intro and welcome to Thursday therapy session. 2. **Ødegaard and Arsenal's Injury Concerns:** Discussing Martin Ødegaard's injury and squad depth issues. 3. **Arsenal's One-Sided Attack:** Analysis of Arsenal’s reliance on the right-hand side and potential improvements on the left. 4. **David Raya as Player of the Season:** Matt Kandela’s claim of David Raya being Arsenal’s best player and possibly the best goalkeeper in the Premier League. 5. **Transfer Window and Squad Depth Concerns:** Debating whether Arsenal missed key transfer opportunities. 6. **Chelsea’s Scattergun Transfer Strategy:** Dissecting Chelsea’s chaotic squad-building approach. 7. **Nostalgia vs. Modern Football Talent:** Exploring the transitional period in football post-Messi and Ronaldo. 8. **Kieran Tierney’s Role at Arsenal:** Debating whether Tierney still has a place in the squad. 9. **Gabriel Martinelli’s Form and Future:** Discussing Martinelli’s recent struggles and his potential impact this season. 10. **Raheem Sterling’s Loan Move:** Analyzing Sterling’s loan move to Arsenal and its implications. 11. **Chelsea’s Squad Strength Analysis:** Breaking down Chelsea’s squad and their top-four potential. 12. **The Curious Cases of Osimhen and Toney:** Exploring the surprising transfers of Osimhen to Galatasaray and Toney to Saudi Arabia. 13. **Final Thoughts on Premier League Strikers:** Comparing strikers like Solanke and Toney, and why Premier League clubs passed on Toney. 14. **Looking Ahead to the North London Derby:** Anticipating the upcoming North London Derby and its challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Aash, JC, and Pedro covering the horrible Arsenal result: Declan Rice - shameful? Rough decision? Reffing hell! What needs to change? 10 men Arsenal - Arteta evolution? KING KAI - everyone else just a backup! QUIET EMIRATES - what happened? Midfield for SP*RS For premium content, check out: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Johnny and Pedro went LIVE on the internet to talk through a deadline day in realtime. They discussed: Saying bye to Eddie Being TOO disciplined with players The Merino disaster What did Arteta say to Reiss? SIGNING RAHEEM LAST MINUTE! Perfectly boring Neto deal ALL THE MOVES ELSEWHERE One of the great deadline days of all time! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pedro and Jacob get down to the serious business of our transfer window that seems to be flapping in the wind. Exploring Sterling - good move? Or bad egg? Sane with the big numbers Coman from the left - are we sure? Raiding Brighton's bloated squad Champions League pots announced! Let us know what you think! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete, Aash, and Jacob go LIVE after the game. Here are the discussion points: Timber's debut Partey on the rise Bill & Gabs lock it up Raya with fire performance THE CURSE OF UNAI IS LIFTED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pedro and Jacob steam into an action-packed Thursday Therapy - here's what they chatted about! 1. Transfer Talk: Lukman vs. Osimhen – Which Forward Should Arsenal Pursue? 2. Midfield Masterclass: Could Declan Rice Thrive as Arsenal's Deep-Lying Playmaker? 3. Eddie Nketiah's Potential Move to Nottingham Forest – A Smart Career Decision? 4. Xabi Alonso to Arsenal? Revisiting One of the Biggest 'What-Ifs' in Club History 5. The Overlap's Success: How Player Conversations are Changing Football Media You’d best be enjoying this xxx Get this sort of content advert free PLUS bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion Get Arsenal writing here: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Johnny and Pedro go On The Whistle for the Arsenal vs Wolves game! We discuss: Partey's performance Saka stepping up a level Timber competing with Zinchenko Raya showing off agility Let us know what you think! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys from The Arsenal Opinion get together to share their mystic meg views on the season ahead. Jacob Hawley, Matt Kandela, Johnny Cochrane, and Pedro put it all on the line. They cover: First manager to get fired Dark horse of the season Player most likely to cross the manager WHO WILL WIN THE TITLE ... and much, much more. If you want premium writing and all the podcasts ADVERT FREE sign up here: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ If you want just the audio and bonus content, sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Pedro get into the ring and duke it out for a midweek Arsenal special. They chat: Liverpool's nightmare situation Dark clouds over City New Newcastle beginnings Window patience and why it matters ENJOY THIS PODCAST x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal capped a very decent preseason against Lyon at home. We saw good performances from strugglers, we were wowed by some debuts, and the setpiece machine is back up and purring! Enjoy this On The Whistle with Matt and Johnny. x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jacob and Pedro get into the mixer with a Thursday Therapy session. I asked AI to read the transcript and this is what it says we spoke about. Here are 4-5 headlines summarizing the podcast transcript: 1. Excitement Builds as Arsenal Show Scorching Form in Pre-Season: The hosts discuss Arsenal's impressive pre-season performance against Bayer Leverkusen, highlighting the readiness and hunger of the squad ahead of the new Premier League season. 2. Mikel Arteta's Unorthodox Motivational Tactics Stir Debate: The podcast delves into Mikel Arteta's use of professional pickpockets to teach his players a lesson, sparking discussions about his innovative and theatrical approach to management. 3. Young Guns Impress: Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly's Rapid Rise: The hosts are impressed by the physicality and maturity of Arsenal's young talents, Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly, discussing their potential roles in the upcoming season. 4. Transfer Window Anticipation: Arsenal's Strategic Patience: The podcast touches on Arsenal's slow-moving transfer window, speculating on potential late-window moves and the club's strategy in waiting for the right opportunities. 5. Jesus and Havertz: Arsenal's Striking Dilemma: A discussion on Gabriel Jesus's role and whether his form can be trusted, with comparisons to Kai Havertz and the impact both could have on Arsenal's attack this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JC goes On The Whistle SOLO… can you believe it? No one to argue and push back? Here’s what he’s pushing. Bukayo Saka's Monster Year: The podcast host confidently predicts Bukayo Saka will have an exceptional season, possibly scoring 20 goals, based on his sharp performance and mature presence on the field. Arsenal's Dominant Win Over Leverkusen: Arsenal showcased a dominant 4-1 victory against Leverkusen, indicating strong readiness for the upcoming season. Key players like Zinchenko, Ødegaard, and Havertz performed well, suggesting depth and hunger in the squad. Impressive Performances: Notable mentions for Zinchenko, who displayed a marked improvement, and Gabriel Jesus, who looked sharp and determined. The podcast highlights Kai Havertz's versatility and impact, suggesting he might be the preferred choice up top. Concerns About Fabio Vieira: The host expresses disappointment with Fabio Vieira's performance, suggesting he hasn't shown significant progress and questioning his future impact at the club. Promising Young Talent: Ethan Nwaneri impressed during his half-hour stint, showing more potential and impact than Vieira. The host believes Nwaneri could become a first-team option this season. ENJOY! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s Thursday Therapy, and this early-bird podcast should get you going. We talk: Left backs: Bench, sell, play Eddie and that LOW FEE Mikel Merino gets the Fabrizio nod Jesus & Kai - back to the OG plan? WOULD YOU SELL MARTINELLI (spicy) Let me know what you think of the content! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal took a beating against Liverpool set against a MASSIVE east coast crowd. Pedro and Matt jumped on a dropped a big podcast. They covered: Partey Problem Jesus and Kai resume normal order Martinelli getting the magic back? Odegaard cover issue MLS & Ethan, the chosen kids? Let us know what you thought! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal make their first MEGA signing of the summer and Pedro, Aash, and Matt chat about it. We discuss: Mikel Arteta's big hug and his secret slides Beating off Madrid and Bayern - are we massive? Signing players that are already sold on Arsenal Arsenal - can we concede less than 21 goals? Eddie, Reiss, and ESR - will all three move? Let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pedro and Matt jump on a later On The Whistle to discuss the United result. They discuss: Nwaneri looking 800 minutes good Gabi Jesus and Occam’s Razor Rating the new kids! Reiss Nelson looking like £50m Let us know what you think! x P.S. Sorry if there was some wifi nonsense! x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jacob and Pedro get into a Thursday Therapy session! They discuss: The kids struggle Loan to buy PAIN Calafiori taking the place of Gabriel The POWER of Timber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Arsenal team is in LA right now in preparation for the Arsenal vs United game at SoFi Stadium this coming Saturday. Gilberto is at the training camp and took time out to speak with us about the players, the excitement of the season, mental toughness, and the BIG game this weekend. If you want tickets, sign up on this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices