Another win, another clean sheet—Tabs and Jamie return to unpack Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over Slavia Prague and look ahead to the weekend clash with Sunderland. Jamie confesses to missing the match (with a Champions League trophy sighting as consolation), while Tabs shares parenting woes and ChatGPT legal advice. The duo dive into Mikel Merino’s brace and penalty-box prowess, debate his striker credentials, and reflect on Arsenal’s defensive dominance—now 12 hours and 56 minutes without conceding. They also spotlight Declan Rice’s yellow-card avoidance masterclass and celebrate historic Champions League debuts for 15-year-old Dowman and fellow academy talent Haramun Anous. Plus, a preview chat with Sunderland fan Andy rounds out the episode.

🎙️ Topics covered:

• ​Mikel Merino’s two-goal performance and striker debate
• ​Arsenal’s historic clean sheet streak and defensive mentality
• ​David Raya’s calm dominance and record-breaking stats
• ​Declan Rice’s tactical discipline to avoid suspension
• ​Ben White’s controversial penalty moment
• ​TNT Sport’s bizarre commentary glitch
• ​Champions League debuts for Dowman and Haramun Anous
• ​Jamie’s real-life encounter with the Champions League trophy
• ​ChatGPT parenting and employment law advice
• ​Listener & Follower 3 Word Reviews
• ​Preview of Sunderland away, featuring Sunderland fan insights

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