Highbury Squad

Jim Boardman (@JimBoardman) is a writer and Liverpool fan. We discuss fans, furlough and football and not in that order.

The Highbury Squad chats with former Newcastle favorite Warren Barton on whether or not Premier League players are financially responsible to help people and communities in these troubled times.

Sophie reignites her one-on-one interview series with Super Kevin Campbell. As Arsenal struggled this season and flirted closely to the relegation battle for a few weeks, it reminded many Gunner fans that being in the Premier League is a privilege, not a right. For so many fans, relegation is a continued struggle and something they … Continue reading "#47 – A Survival Conversation with Kevin Campbell"

Sophie and Amanda are joined by former Arsenal player turned commentator and key informer, David Hillier. Also joining the girls is a very talented young writer, Anu Nande. Like most Arsenal fans, the pod squad are desperate for a win. Lots of discussion about heart, belief and basic football talent. Get stuck in! @princessgooner1969 @soccerdiva … Continue reading "#45 – Just Win Arsenal"

The entire squad are reunited and joined by Guns & Yellow Ribbons podcast host, Fergus. They dissect the Arteta evolution and dig deep into the squad and performances, player-by-player!

Sophie and Amanda are joined by Sky Sports News journalist and former Everton PR executive, Alan Myers. A huge friend of the show, Alan helps the squad dissect the Everton v Arsenal match (if you can call it that). They also chat about the appointments of Carlo Ancelotti and Mikel Arteta. Both clubs need some … Continue reading "#43 – Two Gooners & a Toffee"

There are no words for what happened at the Emirates vs Brighton, and unfortunately the squad might not be much comfort. This should actually be called “A Really Really Sad Episode”.

Michael Price from You Are My Arsenal joins Sophie and Amanda to try and dissect the disaster that is the Gunners. Will Emery survive the season? If not, who takes over? And will Aubameyang and Lacazette sign new contracts? Put your feet up and let us comfort you in this difficult hour!

The squad are reunited for an Arsenal discussion post Leicester loss & amid further drama & distraction. The coach gets the board’s backing, the captain gives the finger & the crowd gets blamed for it all! Sophie, Amanda & Super Kev discuss it all.

Amanda & Sophie have an intimate chat about all things wrong in football this week. Great perspective and open discussion on VAR, Xhaka, Emery, Gomes’ injury, and Gooners around the world. The girls somehow find a silver lining and happy ending. What girl doesn’t?