Do Arsenal need an 'elite' striker?

The Athletic FC Podcast

11/06/23

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Arteta's Arsenal were furious with VAR following their defeat at St James’ Park on Saturday evening, but with just one shot on target in match - should they be more concerned with their own misfiring attack?

From his brilliant hat-trick at home to Sheffield United - to being subbed with his team in need of a goal in Newcastle - has Nketiah become the fall-guy for Arsenal’s need to evolve in attack?

Host Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and Arsenal writer James McNicholas to explore the Gunners' creative problems and their January transfer plans.

Produced by Adonis Pratsides

Additional Production: Mike Stavrou

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

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Weekend Preview: Can Arsenal survive their first big away test?

November 3, 2023

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48m

Adam Leventhal and co return to preview the weekend of Premier League fixtures.

Headlining the weekend is Arsenal's trip to Newcastle, their first away game at a top-six team so far this season. Can Newcastle withstand the Gunners even without new signings Harvey Barnes and Sandro Tonali to call upon? Jacob Whitehead, the Athletic's Newcastle correspondent, is on hand to tell us.

Then it's a return to Tottenham for Mauricio Pochettino for the first time with a new club. Can his Chelsea team break out of their slump to shock the league leaders?

And finally, we discuss the race to the bottom, and whether Luton is the most likely to escape relegation this season.

Adam Leventhal hosts Nick Miller, Jacob Whitehead and Luke Bosher

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Were Spurs the real winners against Chelsea?

November 7, 2023

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36m

Forget the famous ‘Battle of the Bridge’, Tottenham vs Chelsea was 'Monday night Madness' in North London.

Host Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton, Chelsea writer Liam Twomey and Spurs writer Charlie Eccleshare to explore whether Postecoglou's side really emerged stronger in defeat?

Plus, what can Chelsea take from a huge win that was arguably one of their worst performances of the season?

Produced by Adonis Pratsides & Jay Beale

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

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