Tabs and Jamie dive into Arsenal’s dramatic 8–7 penalty shootout win over Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup quarter‑finals, a night that delivered rotation, chaos, late frustration, and ultimately a place in the semi‑finals against Chelsea. On a festive Christmas Eve pod, they break down a heavily rotated Arsenal side, standout performances from Nørgaard, Martinelli and MLS, and the impressive combinations down the left with Calafiori and Eze. They also discuss the disappointment of conceding yet another late equaliser, the debate around Ethan Nwaneri’s lack of minutes, and the quality of Arsenal’s penalties. The episode wraps with a look ahead to Brighton at home and what Arteta might do next.

🎙️ Topics covered:

• Arsenal 1–1 Crystal Palace (8–7 on pens) reaction
• Nørgaard’s standout performance and calm control in midfield
• Rotation working well: Calafiori, Eze, Lewis‑Skelly, Martinelli
• MLS’ high‑risk style; when it works and when it doesn’t
• Martinelli’s electric first half and Noni's chances created
• Palace’s late equaliser and Arsenal’s growing trend of conceding late
• Ethan Nwaneri debate: should he have played?
• Penalty shootout excellence: technique, composure, and stats
• Kepa’s penalty‑saving approach and Arsenal’s 92% shootout conversion rate
• Early thoughts ahead of Brighton at home

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