The Goonerverse Podcast
A podcast dedicated to discussing all things Arsenal Football Club, featuring special guests and in-depth analysis of the team's performances, transfers, and news.
Episodes
Attackers Getting There? | Player Ratings
James is LIVE with the Goonerverse community to rate all Arsenal players as the Gunners beat Lille 3-0!
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Love It, Saka! | Arsenal 3-0 Lille
James reacts to Arsenal's 3-0 win against Lille! The Gunners came through with the win after goals from Timber, Eze & Saka!
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RIP Ken Friar, Mr Arsenal (1934–2026)
James pays tribute to Ken Friar, Arsenal’s life president and “Mr Arsenal”, who sadly passed away on 13 October 2026 aged 92 after more than 70 years of service to the club.
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What A Weird Weekend...
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James & Sheroy are BACK to discuss Arsenal's win vs Leeds, Saka's form, Man City's 3-0 win at Anfield, and the upcoming week of Champions League games!
CHAPTERS...
00:00:00 - James' Engage
Arsenal 2-1 Leeds | Player Ratings
James is LIVE with the Goonerverse community to rate every Arsenal players' performance vs Leeds! Noni Madueke in particular stood out, as he grew into the game and created some great chances for Arsenal.
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Arsenal 2-1 Leeds | Match Reaction!
James reacts to Arsenal's hard-fought 2-1 win over Leeds as the Gunners overcome a 1-0 deficit to get back to winning ways in the Premier League! Bruno Guimaraes made a HUGE difference when subbed on too...
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Let's Build A Dynasty!
James reacts to the latest news that Declan Rice is close to signing a new deal with Arsenal, on the same day that Mikel Arteta's contract renewal is announced by Arsenal!
0:00 Declan Rice close to a new deal
3:44 Havertz & Saliba injury updates
5:20 Arsenal scouting Cambiaso
8:08 Atletico & Juventus interest in Madueke
10:20 Arteta signs until 2030
13:17 Arteta's most memorable Arsenal results
The Bukayo Saka Situation…
For the first time in his Arsenal career, there are real doubts around Bukayo Saka. James sits down with George from TDK+ to work out what's actually going on: is the burst gone, is the finishing a problem, or is Saka quietly becoming a different type of player — and one Arsenal might need more?
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What Does This All Mean For Arsenal?
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Man City’s fight against the Premier League rages on, and now we’ve got a bit of a clearer view of the path moving forward, James & Sheroy react to all the latest updates and what it all me
Tzolis and Havertz are out.
Tzolis and Havertz are both out after the international break — Tzolis for 2–3 weeks with a hamstring injury picked up with Greece (via Dimitris Monakos), Havertz for 3–4. With the attack already struggling, James looks at who steps in, why Eze and Gyokeres should be given the next five games uninterrupted, and the different front-three dynamic that could unlock.
0:00 Tzolis injury news – 2–3 wee
Shrodinger's Table.
Arsenal could spend most of this season top of the league and second at the same time. David Ornstein's update on The Overlap says Man City's sanctions could land quickly — but might not apply until the appeal is done, or could be applied and then reduced or removed. Either way, nobody knows where the table actually stands. James on what that means for Arsenal, the title, and the whole league. Plu
I LOVE This From Odegaard
James reacts to Bernardo Silva's late challenge on Martin Odegaard on international duty — why Odegaard was right to lose it, and why Silva coming to the Emirates with Real Madrid just got a lot more interesting.
00:00 The tackle & Odegaard's reaction
02:05 Why this one hurts Arsenal so much
04:06 What was Bernardo Silva playing at?
06:07 Silva, Vinny & Mourinho at the Emirates
08:39 Why Odegaard
Man City Respond… What’s Next?
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Man City Are Guilty. I'm Not Celebrating
James speaks openly and honestly about Man City's guilty verdict and explains why he takes no satisfaction out of the result, and why this is a dark day for football fans.
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I'm Watching These Two For January...
James reacts to the latest Havertz injury news and lists two forwards he wants Arsenal to seriously consider for the January transfer window!
CHAPTERS...
00:00 - Havertz Injury
05:00 - Schade & Kroupi
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It's Not Working Out For Vini…
James discusses whether Arsenal should be keeping an eye on Vini Jr's situation at Real Madrid and asks whether the club would, or should, go back in for the player if his situation doesn't improve...
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This Won't Be Easy
Arsenal have fallen three points behind Man City, but is there anything to worry about?
CHAPTERS...
00:00 - What We Learnt From Brighton
23:35 - Man City, The Title Race & The Attack
57:18 - Superchats
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Player Ratings: Brighton 3-0 Arsenal 😡
Arsenal players, look away... the player ratings aren't going to be good.
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Brighton 3-0 Arsenal | Match Report 😩
James is not happy, and goes into a lot of detail about the defeat to Brighton, with particular focus on Arsenal's attackers...
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Arteta Just Gave Us BRILLIANT News!
Arteta delivered another really interesting and positive press conference ahead of Arsenal's trip to Brighton this weekend!
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Gyokeres' Biggest Problem Isn't Form.
James explores the Viktor Gyokeres conundrum, defends the player, but also explains why he could be in serious danger of losing his place even further in this Arsenal team...
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Fleetwood Away In Round 4!
Arsenal travel to Fleetwood Town in round 4 of the Carabao Cup! James reacts to the draw...
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Ipswich 2-4 Arsenal | Match Report 🧘
James reacts to Arsenal's calm and professional 4-2 win away at Ipswich in the 3rd round of the Carabao Cup!
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Player Ratings: Ipswich 2-4 Arsenal 👏
How good is Max Dowman? With the help of the community, James rates all the Arsenal players and their performances in the Carabao Cup 4th round win against Ipswich.
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We Need To Fight These Narratives!
What a week for Arsenal! James & Sheroy put Sunderland vs Arsenal under review — the referee decisions, what actually happened, and the narratives being built off the back of them. Plus the big away win in Naples, Raya's performances, Souness vs Rice and MORE!
CHAPTERS...
00:00:00 - Welcome Back!
00:06:54 - An Amazing Week
00:24:18 - Arsenal & Raya's Ceiling
00:40:14 - Narratives Affecting Ref
I Finally Understand Kai Havertz
Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea, and Kai Havertz was the reason it turned. With James on holiday, Forder breaks down how Arteta built the whole game plan around Havertz dragging Fofana out of Chelsea's defence — the right-side overload, the rehearsed Ødegaard pattern from the Community Shield, and how Rice and Lewis-Skelly shut down the most dangerous transition side in the league.
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Arteta Has Big Decisions To Make...
James gives us the latest injury news with some positive updates on Jurrien Timber as he lists his Arsenal XI to face Chelsea on the weekend.
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Let’s Review This Window Then…
James reviews the whole transfer window, the pros and the cons, and explains everything that led to the building of Arsenal's 26/27 group of players.
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Arsenal Miss Out On Fofana...
Fofana is off to Sunderland... wow, the end to Arsenal's transfer window is looking really poor now.
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Nwaneri Is Off To Dortmund… And I'm Happy
Ethan Nwaneri is off to Borussia Dortmund on loan, and I actually think it's a good move. Here's why — and why it only works if Arsenal get Fofana done.
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Player Ratings: Aston Villa 0-1 Arsenal 🤔
A mixed review for a lot of those players out there... but certainly some standouts in really important win!
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Aston Villa 0-1 Arsenal | Match Report
James reacts to Arsenal's 1-0 win at Villa Park! Including a brilliant goal, Eze's cameo on the left, and Konsa & Bruno's Premier League debuts!
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Arsenal Move For Fofana...
James reacts to the latest news that Arsenal are looking to sign Malick Fofana from Lyon!
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Arsenal Are Clearing The Decks.
Martinelli, Jesus & Vieira have all LEFT Arsenal Football Club! So what's left for Arsenal's window?
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A BIG Chat About Arsenal's Window
James & Sheroy have a LOT to say as it looks like Arsenal won't be signing an attacker... but could the club spring a surprise?
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Rashford Linked… Would You? 🤔
Rashford’s been linked with a move as the transfer window continues to pick up pace ahead of deadline day…
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Arsenal Face Real Madrid & Bayern!
James reacts to Arsenal's draw in the Champions League league phase as the Gunners are set to face some big tests in Europe!
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Ipswich Away In The Carabao Cup
James reacts to the Carabao Cup 3rd round draw as the Gunners get Ipswich away!
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The Alvarez To Arsenal Saga Is Really Messy
James is sick of this Alvarez saga, and he explains why in his latest update, as he criticises Barcelona, the player, and asks Arsenal to set a deadline on the deal.
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Who's Challenging Arsenal Then?
James and Sheroy are reviewing Premier League gameweek 1 and ALL the news around Arsenal this week!
CHAPTERS...
00:00 - On Tonight's Pod...
03:37 - Arsenal 3-0 Coventry
16:35 - Rivals Results
41:06 - Martinelli & Superchats
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Al-Hilal In £60m Martinelli Talks!
Al-Hilal are pushing to sign Gabriel Martinelli from Arsenal, who want £60m! James discusses why it would be a great sale for the club.
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Player Ratings: Arsenal 3-0 Coventry 🔥
James and the Goonerverse community rate EVERY Arsenal player after their 3-0 win against Coventry!
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Arsenal 3-0 Coventry | Match Report
James is DELIGHTED as the Gunners sweep aside newly promoted Coventry City in a 3-0 win at the Emirates at the Premier League returns.
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Arsenal Announce Ezri Konsa!
Ezri Konsa has been announced as an Arsenal player! James reacts to all the quotes and news doing the rounds as the Gunners confirm another big signing!
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Konsa Is More Like Saliba Than You Think
As Arsenal sign Ezri Konsa, James breaks down why the signing makes so much sense for Mikel Arteta's team.
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Romano: Arsenal Move For Alvarez
James reacts to the latest news that Arsenal have made a move for Julian Alvarez but there still remain a lot of doubts over whether this move happens or not...
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Konsa To Arsenal, Here We Go!
James reacts to confirmation that Arsenal have signed Ezri Konsa! The Gunners are expected to announce the Villa centre-back at some point this week in a deal worth £51m!
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Arsenal's Approach To Sales Is A Problem
James is disappointed by updates around how Arsenal are trying to sell players, criticising the fairness to the players and how much it actually helps the Gunners in the market.
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Ornstein: Arsenal Closing In On Konsa!
Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Ezri Konsa according to David Ornstein! The Gunners are finally getting their man, who they've pursued all summer. James reacts!
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Arsenal Could Sign TWO More Players!
James goes through all the latest reports and analyses the Arsenal squad to explain which THREE players may still be sold, and who the Gunners could bring in to complete the squad.
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So... Do We Even Need Players?
James & Sheroy reacts to Arsenal's 3-0 Community Shield win over Man City, the latest transfer news and more!
CHAPTERS...
00:00 - Community Shield Win
15:40 - Nwaneri, Martinelli & Sales
34:49 - Incomings & Osimhen
52:59 - Superchats & Conclusions
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Arsenal p1-1 Como | Match Report
James reacts to Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Como, Bruno Guimaraes' debut, and Marli Salmon's EXCELLENT performance.
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Arsenal Going For Konsa Again As Bids Come For Martinelli
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Lewis-Skelly Wants To Stay At Arsenal!
Lewis-Skelly wants to STAY at Arsenal according to very reliable reports! So what's going on, why did these rumours and reports come out? James tries to explain it all.
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Arsenal, Please Don't
James reacts to reports that Arsenal have OFFERED Myles Lewis-Skelly to Premier League clubs, including some huge rivals...
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If You’re Worried, I Get It
James breaks down the latest news surrounding Arsenal, discussing Neto links, Martinelli & Nelson's likely exits, and the injury concerns for Jurrien Timber.
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Arsenal Have Work To Do
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Arsenal 2-3 Dortmund | Match Report
James reacts to Arsenal losing 3-2 to Dortmund, their second defeat in pre-season!
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Bruno's First Words In Red & White 😍
James reacts to the announcement of Bruno Guimaraes as an Arsenal player!
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I Asked A Newcastle Fan About Bruno
James, with the help of Newcastle fan Jack, breakdown why Bruno Guimaraes is such a good signing for Arsenal!
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Arsenal 1-3 Betis | Match Report
James reacts to Arsenal losing 3-1 to Betis in their pre-season game in Dublin!
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He's Been Offered A Better Deal...
James reacts to the latest news from David Ornstein that Vinicius Jr has been offered a new, and improved, deal at Real Madrid... but will he sign it?
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We've Signed Bruno... FOR £75M!? 😂
Arsenal have signed Bruno Guimaraes!
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Kit Looks Great But Sign Bruno Please 😂
James reacts to all the latest news around Bruno Guimaraes as Arsenal announce their new third kit!
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This Window Might Actually Happen...
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James and Sheroy are LIVE to discuss the latest around Vini Jr and the imminent signing of Bruno Guimaraes... it looks like BOTH might actually happen!
CHAPTERS...
00:00 - Welcome!
08:13 - Vini Jr Latest
29:45
What We Learnt From Tzolis' Debut
James analyses some of Tzolis' actions vs Girona in his impressive performance to get an idea for what kind of player Arsenal have just signed!
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Girona 1-4 Arsenal | Match Report
James reacts to Arsenal's comfortable 4-1 win against Girona as Tzolis & Dowman stole the show!
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One Out... One In 👀
James reacts to the latest news from David Ornstein that Norgaard is set to join Everton! Bruno Guimaraes is also set for a medical... what a midfield rebuild!
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Ornstein Gives Huge Vini Update…
David Ornstein has all but confirmed what HandofArsenal said about Vini Jr, and the player has a huge few days ahead regarding his contract renewal with Real Madrid.
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Arsenal Have Never Moved Like This...
Oh wow... HUGE news from HandofArsenal as he reports Arsenal have AGREED terms with Vinicius Jr!
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So Who Is This Mystery Player?
James reacts to the latest updates that Vini Jr has been offered a 'take it or leave it' contract, with Bruno Guimaraes set to join after a fee was agreed, and there's a mystery Real Madrid player we've enquired about too!
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If Not Vini, Then WHO?
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James & Sheroy are LIVE to discuss all the latest on Vinicius Jr, Bruno Guimaraes and the transfer window!
CHAPTERS...
00:00 - Welcome Back!
06:07 - Vini Jr Latest...
23:53 - Alternatives For The Attack?
45:52
The Saga Is Coming To An End...
According to reliable reports, Arsenal are closing in on a deal for Bruno Guimaraes at £75m! James reacts to what seems to be an imminent conclusion to the saga...
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Away Kits & Bruno Bids...
James reacts to Arsenal launching their new away kit, inspired by the bruised banana design of the past, and discusses the imminent £70m Bruno Guimaraes bid!
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What Arsenal Are REALLY Getting In Tzolis
Tzolis is a Gooner! But WHY have Arsenal signed him? With the help of experts, James breaks down the Greek wingers best attributes, how he can replace Trossard, but the mentality he could bring to this Arsenal team too.
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Soheil.var on Tik Tok!
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Arsenal ANNOUNCE Tzolis Signing!
James reacts to all the announcement of the Tzolis deal and all the quotes coming from the club as Arsenal unveil their new left-winger!
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Saliba OUT 3-4 Months But NO Surgery
Saliba is out for 3-4 months but won't require surgery on a recurring back problem he's had for a while! James explores how Arsenal can address the injury in the transfer window.
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Arsenal Have BIG Decisions To Make...
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James & Sheroy are BACK and Arsenal's transfer plans are all a bit up in the air after missing out on Morgan Rogers...CHAPTERS...00:00 - Rogers Chat...09:55 - Do Arsenal Have A Plan?20:09 -
Barcola, Diomande, Nusa… Who’s NEXT?
James discusses how losing out on Rogers might mean a complete tactical shift in Arteta's plans, despite the Arsenal being linked with some top wingers as alternatives!
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Chelsea SIGN Rogers For £117m...
James reacts to the news that Chelsea have HIJACKED Morgan Rogers from Arsenal!
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