Tabs and Ian jump on live moments after Arsenal grind out a tense 1–0 win at Everton's new Hill Dickinson stadium on Arteta’s sixth anniversary in charge. It wasn’t pretty, it wasn’t fluid, and it certainly wasn’t comfortable — but Arsenal leave Merseyside with three points after a thunderous Viktor Gyokeres' penalty settled a scrappy, low‑quality affair. The pair break down a game where Everton created almost nothing, Arsenal struggled for rhythm, and nerves crept in late on despite near‑total control. From Trossard’s big miss to Gyökeres’ penalty moment, Tarkowski’s antics, and Jesus’ impact off the bench, this instant‑reaction pod captures the relief, frustration, and small positives from a hard‑fought away win.

🎙️ Topics covered:

• Arsenal’s 1–0 win at Everton and why it felt more stressful than it should have

• Gyokeres' emphatic penalty and the bizarre handball that led to it

• Everton’s lack of threat and Arsenal’s dominance after the goal

• Trossard’s huge missed chance and concerns about finishing

• Gyökeres’ performance: penalty composure vs ongoing questions

• Jesus’ cameo and his hold‑up play in key moments

• Tarkowski’s constant moaning and Everton’s physical approach

• Arsenal’s slow tempo, sloppy passing, and attempts to control the game

• The nervy late free‑kick and VAR moments

• Line‑up reflections and why it made sense

• Mental resilience, game management, and the importance of grinding out wins

• We also preview the game v Palace in the Quarter Finals of the EFL Cup - how much do we want to win this trophy?

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