On this episode we welcome Liverpool legend and ESPNFC analyst, Steve Nicol back to squad central. I've been talking football with Stevie for almost 15 years now and I've never heard him say he'd take a point before a ball has even been kicked. It's a great football conversation with a refreshing take and perspective on, Mikel Arteta, Arne Slot, Declan Rice, summer signings and so much more! Dive in. Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @ESPNFC 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What else is there to day about, Declan Rice they ask? Is the real Martin Ødegaard back? Can we put the Gyökeres narrative to bed? And how about Mikel's masterful management in last the last four games? Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 @AlbertJTV 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apologies for the late post. Appears we had a wee tech glitch. Still a good listen ahead of the Bournemouth game today! Post game show against the Cherries incoming. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First half Arsenal, excellent. Second half Arsenal, nervy! Declan Rice was a general at right back. Martin Ødegaard had his best game in a while. But the real hero of the match was, David Raya who saved the day with an incredible tip over the bar to deny, Brighton. Points vs performance keeps coming up as we scrape through second half displays. Mikel Arteta's Arsenal side is far more blue collar than champagne. Some fans want to drink the champagne. Do you care how we win, as long as we win? Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Carabao Cup trophy could galvanize a winning culture and help this team taste what it feels like to win together. They need to taste it soon. The League Cup offers no better time. Do you agree or disagree? Dive in with us. Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Winning ugly is becoming a habit for the Arsenal. Do you care if it means winning the title? Sophie says it's a season about points vs performance. That we are a blue collar team who likes to drink champagne sometimes. Do you agree or disagree? And is James being too harsh on Ødegaard? We also welcomed some calls from fans who wanted to have their say in our football democracy. A longer show ,but one filled with a variety of voices who love and care about the club. Get stuck in! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 📸 Photo by @LowerNorthBank Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome, James Green back to squad central. We get the Sky Sports host's insights covering Mikel Arteta so far this season. Has the gaffer changed from the time James has been interviewing him? If so, how? We ask James to share his top 5 things Arsenal must do in order to win the title this year. And what does he make of the ongoing Gyökeres debate? Dive in and have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @JamesGreenInUK 📸 Photo by @SkySports @JamesGreenInUK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we welcome Tom & Harry back to squad central. Following on from the discussion with, Pete from the Arsenal Opinion Podcast, I was curious to know where Tom & Harry stood on Viktor Gyökeres. This episode has spawned some huge debate and strong opinions among YouTube listeners. I'd like to know what you think. Is Viktor a new scapegoat? Is the criticism fair or foul? Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @TomCantonMedia @HarrySymeou 📸 Photo by @ArsenalN7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This was ugly from the Arsenal. It was a pathetic performance from wannabe champions. What went wrong? Did the players let Mikel down? Are Mikel's tactics the issue? Where does the nucleus of the problem lie? And what do you make of the negative narrative building around Viktor Gyökeres? Is it fair or foul? Dive in and have your say in our football democracy! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome, Pete (aka Le Grove) back to squad central. Since the summer, many folks have lauded Arsenal's transfer business and squad depth. But after one late loss to Aston Villa, it appears the sky might be falling for a section of the fanbase...again. There are strong opinions about Zubimendi, Eze, Madueke and Gyökeres! Opinions are never facts. So what is the truth? How have the new signings performed thus far? How have they integrated with tenured players? Have injuries hampered a true assessment? Let's dive in and dissect with, Le Grove as he grades the squad. Who gets a hall pass? Who is in detention? Have your say in our football democracy! Be part of our kind community. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LeGrove 📸 Photo by @now.arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A brutal last minute winner for Aston Villa ended a great run of results for the Arsenal in the league. As you can imagine, the post game reaction has been vitriolic in certain spaces, but is the sky really falling? Did the Mikel get his line-up wrong? Or did the team let the gaffer down? The image of the players down and out on the pitch at the end of the match is tough to see, but Mikel is very good at selling pain and providing a solution. Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 @AlbertJTV 📸 Photo by @Talksport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome back the absolute legend that is, Alexi Lalas. The American icon talked to us ahead of the World Cup draw in Washington DC. From 2026 expectations, to his own experience playing for a host nation and who he prays doesn't win the tournament on American soil. Alexi also dives into Müller vs Messi and who will win the MLS Cup! Have a listen and have your say in our football democracy! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @AlexiLalas 📸 Photo by @US Soccer Federation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal's depth is proving to be invaluable this season. As injured players recuperate and others are rested, it was the back-ups who took center stage to deliver a convincing London derby win. What did you think of the starting XI. Who was your POTM? How did the gaffer do? Dive in and have your voice heard in our football community. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 @AlbertJTV @DemianArriaga 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome back legendary broadcaster, Natalie Sawyer. The schedule is relentless. The December challenge is here. It's another London derby for the Arsenal. This is a must win home game. Natalie shares her valuable insights on Brentford. What makes this Keith Andrews team tick? Igor Thiago is on fire, but who else can cause danger? Who is their unsung hero? The Gunners can't get stung by the Bees! Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @nataliesaywer on X @NLSawyer on Insta 📸 Photo by @Talksport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The "Battle of London" was a physical clash and at times, downright dirty! A stop, start match and a yellow card happy referee caused major disruption to Arsenal's fluid flow we've seen this season. Were there any positives to take? Was there a player who rose from the shadows? Did Mikel get his team selection and subs right? Dive in with us and have your say in our football democracy! 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow us on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 @AlbertJTV 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal Football Club send a concise message to the rest of Europe. It was a masterclass second half from Arteta's Army. The gaffer got his substitutes bang on as they delivered the final dagger to Bayern Munich! What a night. What a moment. This team continues to show their metal and muscle. Are you allowing yourself to dream? Have your say in our football democracy. 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 📸 Photo by @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome, Ian Stone back to squad central. The comedian and Handbrake Off host shares his fearless fan feelings, squad faith and total belief that something special is happening. We also ask him if Mikel Arteta is the real x-factor for the Arsenal this season. And don't miss Ian's starting XI vs Bayern Munich and his opinions of Chelsea. Have your say in our football democracy. 📝 Follow @iandstone on X @ianstonecomedy on Insta 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @ianstonecomedy @ap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we welcome, Lee Judges back to squad central. Eze rightly stole all of the headlines following his stunning North London Derby debut. But who are the unsung heroes in this Arsenal team? Where do the secret weapons lie? Who is working in the shadows? Lee also shares his starting XI vs Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community! 📝 Follow @leemarkjudges @LeeJudgesTV 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Bournemouth @ArsenalN7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The cannon shoots the cockerel down with a phenomenal team performance. But Eze steals the show and has his seminal moment for the Arsenal. What a North London Derby debut! Trossard also shines with another electric display. We waxed lyrical about it all and had a little fun bantering the enemy. Have your voice heard in our football democracy. 📝 Follow @LLCoolJames91 @AlbertJTV 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Bournemouth @ArsenalN7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to part two of my conversation with Senior Football Correspondent for GiveMeSport and Talksport Premier League Commentator, Ben Jacobs. In this segment, we dive into some January transfer talk & North London Derby. Does Jesus still have a future at the Arsenal? Ben discussed, Etta Eyong and how he is the hottest property in Europe right now. Could Eyong be an option for the Arsenal? What about the clickbait headlines on Lewis-Skelly and Nwaneri? Are the media trying to disrupt the players? What does Ben make of it all? Are Liverpool really the favourites to sign Semenyo? Ben just spent time interviewing Semenyo's personal coach so you won't want to miss what he has to say about that. We asked Ben for his North London Derby prediction and he gave us his assessment of the enemy so far this season. Ben also shares a very interesting firsthand anecdote about, Claudio Ranieri in the season his beloved Leicester City won the title. It's an epic chat.. Have your say in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community. Please subscribe to the channel so you don't miss an episode. Next week...Ian Stone from Handbrake Off! 📝 Follow @JacobsBen for more articles 🎧 Subscribe, review & comment on our audio platforms 📺 Enjoy our live YT shows https://www.youtube.com/highburysquad 🎟️ Follow Highbury Squad on social media https://linktr.ee/highburysquad 🎙️ Powered by https://live.sport-social.co.uk/ 📸 Photo by @Bournemouth @Arsenal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices