FootyNotes Podcast

In this episode, I share my thoughts on SPAIN 3 - 0 CROATIA & ITALY 2 - 1 ALBANIA.

The Germans dominated the tournament opener. The performance would have left the hosts feeling confident for the remainder of the group stages. Musiala was the star of the show, but special mentions for Toni Kroos, Wirtz, and Gundogan who shone for the host nation.

Summary

Bonisile reviews the Arsenal season player by player, starting with the goalkeepers and moving through the defense and midfield to the forwards. He gives each player a rating based on their performances and contributions throughout the season.

Chapters

00:00 Arsenal Keeps Title Race Alive

04:09 Kai Havertz Shines for Arsenal

07:39 Declan Rice's Growth and Versatility

21:49 Questionable Referee Decisions

29:00 Arsenal's Title Hopes Depend on Winning

29:27 Other Notable Football News

Summary

Arsenal prolongs the title race with a 3-0 win against Bournemouth. Kai Havertz shines as a different player and contributes in all phases of the game. Declan Rice's growth and versatility make him a valuable asset for Arsenal. The referee's decisions and the performance of both teams are questioned. Arsenal's chances in the title race depend on winning all their remaining games. Other notable football news includes Stuttgart's impressive performance, Thibaut Courtois' return, and the upcoming Champions League semifinals.

Takeaways

Arsenal's win against Bournemouth prolongs the title race

Kai Havertz has become a different player and contributes in all phases of the game

Declan Rice's growth and versatility make him a valuable asset for Arsenal

The referee's decisions and the performance of both teams are questioned

Arsenal's chances in the title race depend on winning all their remaining games

Other notable football news includes Stuttgart's impressive performance, Thibaut Courtois' return, and the upcoming Champions League semifinals

Arsenal take all three points at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. The gunners were in total control at 3-0 when an error from David Raya changed the moment of the game. Tottenham took the lifeline and tried to make a game of it but the Gunners held on to win 3-2 at the end.

In this episode, I revisit the Champions League Final between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Arsenal has been linked with several players but has not announced any incomings yet besides Elneny's contract extension.  There is talk of Eddie Nketiah's possible contract renewal. I also share my opinions on reported striker targets.