Old Git Gooners Podcast #15

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Former Gooner Editor Kevin Whitcher is joined by Charlie Ashmore, Tony Porter, and Martin Ling to dissect the Carabao Cup final defeat and look ahead to crucial fixtures across three competitions.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

Carabao Cup Final Analysis

- Pep's defensive tactics exposed Arsenal's vulnerabilities

- Kepa's critical error and the team's composure collapse after his booking

- Ødegaard and Merino absences underestimated in the cup final

- City's stationary defensive line blocking passing lanes

- Will other teams replicate Guardiola's tactical approach?

FA Cup & Squad Rotation

- FA Cup quarter-final at Southampton: facing a tough Championship form side away

- Squad rotation plans with Kepa's FA Cup redemption opportunity

Injury & Fixture Management

- Injury concerns: who will be fit for Lisbon?

- Fixture congestion with potential treble of competitions

- Man City clash on April 19th as potential title decider

Champions League Campaign

- Sporting Lisbon Champions League tie: confidence vs complacency warning

- European opponents playing more openly suits Arsenal's style

Summer Transfer Planning

- Squad decisions: keep or sell verdicts

HOSTS & GUESTS

- Kevin Whitcher - Former Gooner Editor

- Charlie Ashmore

- Tony Porter

- Martin Ling

LINKS & RESOURCES

Current Book Release

Arsenal On The Edge: The dramatic story of the 2024/25 season

Co-written by Kevin Whitcher and Alex Fynn

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arsenal-Edge-dramatic-story-season/dp/1785909967

Martin Ling's Music

Listen to the legendary indie band Serious Drinking featuring Martin Ling

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2vj82PkypmZSvedxc5G17Z

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