The Grove - An Arsenal Podcast

GW4 After Review: Manchester Derby VAR Controversy, Chelsea Can't Defend & Villa Score But Lose & Spurs STILL Goalless Tabs and Gianluca are back for Game Week 4 of The Grove Podcast's After Review show; the weekly Premier League roundup through an Arsenal lens. In this episode, Tabs and Gianluca break down the biggest talking points from the weekend, including the Manchester derby VAR decision, Chelsea’s defensive collapse, and Spurs’ alarming goal drought. They also touch on standout performances from Hull, Leeds, and Brighton, plus a quick Fantasy Premier League update.The episode also pulls in voice notes from other supporters, giving the review a wider league perspective while keeping the Arsenal lens front and centre.Key topics- The Manchester derby controversy, with Phil Foden’s red card and the oh so very wrong offside call for Erling Haaland’s goal- Manchester United still failed to do enough, even with Manchester City down to 10 men- Coventry’s red card against Brighton and how it swung a game that became much more one-sided afterward- Chelsea’s familiar pattern of scoring early and then collapsing defensively against Hull- Hull’s strong attacking numbers and why their unbeaten start looks more convincing than the table might suggest- Aston Villa’s struggles continuing after another defeat, this time to Nottingham Forest- Bournemouth and Brentford drawing again, with individual errors continuing to hurt Bournemouth- Spurs’ goal drought hitting historic levels, while Everton keep grinding out points- Liverpool’s frustrating 0-0 draw with Fulham despite heavy possession and a stacked attack- Crystal Palace’s worrying start and Ipswich’s growing confidence after another positive result- Leeds’ emphatic win over Newcastle and the case for them as an outside European challenger00:00 - Tabs opens the Game Week 4 review and sets the Arsenal-led agenda01:34 - Arsenal beat Sunderland and the post-match tension around the penalty05:51 - The Manchester derby controversy begins at Old Trafford11:09 - Foden’s red card and Bruno Fernandes’ role in the incident13:03 - Why Haaland’s goal stood and why the VAR process was the real problem15:46 - Accountability, old boys’ clubs, and how VAR could be restructured19:27 - Why Manchester United still failed to take advantage of City going down to 1022:36 - Coventry vs Brighton and the red card that changed the game27:29 - Chelsea’s early goal, then the defensive collapse against Hull29:50 - Hull’s attacking numbers and Chelsea’s long clean-sheet drought30:52 - Aston Villa’s latest setback and Forest’s deserved win34:47 - Bournemouth vs Brentford and the recurring issue of defensive mistakes41:40 - Spurs vs Everton and the continuing goal drought at the new stadium47:41 - Liverpool vs Fulham and Marcus’ voice note on the stalemate52:31 - Palace vs Ipswich, the red card, and Ipswich’s strong start55:03 - Leeds vs Newcastle and the late-night momentum swing at Elland Road59:26 - Highlight and low light of the weekend from Tabs and Gianluca62:24 - League table check-in, next week’s fixtures, and Fantasy Premier League updatesCOYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)

AFTER REVIEW GW2 : Spurs Collapse Again, Liverpool Stumble, United Get 'Lucky' Tabs and Gianluca return for Game Week 2 of The Grove's "After Review" podcast, the weekly Premier League roundup through an Arsenal lens. We start with a quick thank‑you for the lovely feedback on the debut episode, then dive straight into the weekend’s action but not before Gianluca opens a surprise gift: a custom Arsenal “After Review” clock from listener Martin at Classic Football Clocks @ClassFootyClock. A perfect addition to his uni digs.Then it’s onto the football, and there’s only one place to begin: Tottenham 0–2 Newcastle. We break down the pre‑match hype, the “Spud Bros” misplaced optimism, the stadium announcer’s chest‑thumping, and how quickly it all fell apart. Spurs dominate possession, create little, collapse after half‑time, and get booed off in their first home league game. Newcastle, meanwhile, execute their game plan perfectly — organised, sharp on the break, and quietly impressive across two tough opening fixtures. We also hear from Elliot, our Spurs correspondent, who gives a brutally honest view from the other side.Next up: Liverpool 2–2 Nottingham Forest. Another slow, scrappy Liverpool performance, another comeback, another late equaliser. We talk through their full‑back issues, the midfield gaps, the lack of control, and how Forest exposed them repeatedly. Gakpo’s brilliance, Isaac’s tap‑in, and the growing sense that Liverpool are papering over cracks rather than solving them.There’s also a quick look at the wider Premier League themes: Forest’s improvement, Newcastle’s resilience, Spurs’ cultural rot, and how early‑season patterns are already emerging.Plus, a brief Arsenal detour Jesus, Vieira and Martinelli all departing on the same day and what that means for squad depth, the left‑hand side, and whether Arsenal might still move in the final hours of the window.It’s another sharp, schadenfreude‑rich After Review: analysis, nonsense, rival pain, and Arsenal‑coloured commentary.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected] Football Clocks @ClassFootyClock🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)

AFTER REVIEW GW1 : Hull Maul United, Spurs Collapse, Villa Implode The Grove launches its brand‑new weekly “Afte Review” pod — a look back at the Premier League weekend through an Arsenal lens. Tabs is joined by "The Boy", Gianluca, for the debut episode, and Game Week 1 delivers an absolute feast of schadenfreude.We talk through the new format, the father‑and‑son dynamic, and the joy of watching Match of the Day with the Arsenal trophy lift front and centre. Then it’s straight into the weekend’s carnage.Hull 2–0 Manchester United:United arrive full of optimism… and get mauled by the Tigers. We break down the performance, the midfield issues, the defending, the comedy moments, and the wider mood around Old Trafford. We also hear from our United correspondent Martin, who gives his view on the defeat and the looming Ipswich fixture.Brentford 3–0 Spurs:Spurs spend big, talk big, hype big… and collapse at the G‑Tech. We discuss Brentford’s energy, Tottenham’s passive midfield, their defensive chaos, and the early warning signs for Tottenham's new manager. We also bring in two fan perspectives — Tony (Brentford) and Elliot (Spurs) — for a brilliant contrast in tone.Brighton 4–0 Aston Villa:Villa implode in spectacular fashion. Four goals conceded, a red card, an own goal, Watkins missing, Emery cryptic, and Brighton ruthless. We talk through the meltdown, the squad issues, the departures, the Champions League burden, and whether Villa are heading for a very long season.Newcastle 2–2 Liverpool:A chaotic, scrappy, messy draw at St James’ Park. We look at Liverpool’s midfield gaps, Newcastle’s young engine room, the Isaac boos, the late penalty, and what both sides might look like once they settle.It’s a sharp, punchy, schadenfreude‑heavy review of GW1 — full of laughs, analysis, rival misery, and Arsenal‑coloured commentary.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)

Tabs is joined by Jamie to break down Arsenal’s international-break headlines and preview the early kick-off at the Emirates vs Nottingham Forest. This episode moves from the latest news, player updates & International Break highlights, straight into tactics, squad rotation and the seven-game run that will define Arsenal’s opening to the Season. What we discuss:Chel$ea's 74 FA charges for agent paymentsThe international break wrap: positive vibes overall and no new major injuries reported coming out of the break. Mikel Moreno’s hat-trick and other notable international performances that caught the eye. William Saliba’s ankle issue (reported 3–4 weeks out) and how that affects selection and rotation. Max Dowman playing above his age group (under-19s), winning a penalty; Ethan and others earning praise. Squad depth and contract chatter (Saliba/Saka talks, wage/length discussion) and what it means for Arteta’s planning. Nottingham Forest preview: manager change context (Nuno out, Ange in), the tactical matchup, likely starting XI options and the bench debate — plus how this fixture kicks off a busy seven-game stretch (Bilbao, City, Port Vale, Newcastle, Olympiacos, West Ham). Why listen: if you want a calm, detail-focused post-break check-in — injuries, youngsters, line-up scenarios and the realistic expectations for the next block of fixtures — this episode is your one-stop catch-up. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!@ The Grove Everyone is Welcome!Find us on Bluesky, Threads, TikTok and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected], Nottingham Forest, Emirates, international break, Saliba injury, Mikel Moreno, Max Dowman, squad rotation, Arteta, Premier League, Arsenal preview, The Grove Podcast.

Ipswich Away, Max Dowman Brilliance, Big Vik, Big Concerns & a Brighton Preview Max Dowman did not just score twice against Ipswich - he looked like he was born for this level. Tabs and Andy break down the 16-year-old's brace, the touch that sent a defender the wrong way, the off-ball work that had everyone talking, and why this might be the clearest sign yet that Arsenal have a genuine future star on their hands.But this episode is not only about one teenage sensation. Tabs and Andy also dig into the bigger picture from a fun 4-2 Carabao Cup win, including the strength of Arsenal's squad depth, the decision to rotate, and why this competition still matters for developing players who need minutes now.You'll discover:Why Dowman's first brace for the club feels bigger than a cup stat lineWhat his positioning, confidence, and decision-making say about his ceilingWhy Andy thinks his movement, pressing, and finishing are already far beyond typical 16-year-old standardsHow Miley Salmon, Bruno Guimaraes, and Mikel Merino impressed in a rotated sideWhy the performance of Victor Gyokeres has become one of the episode's most uncomfortable talking pointsTabs and Andy do not shy away from the hard questions either. They get into whether Gyokeres is struggling with confidence, effort, or something deeper, and what Arsenal may have to do if they cannot quickly get him back to his best. They also compare him with players who can be limited technically but still terrify opponents, and ask what actually makes a striker useful when the goals are not flowing.Then the conversation turns to Brighton. With Arsenal chasing a perfect start, the pair look ahead to a tricky away trip, the injury situation, possible lineup calls, and why this might be the right moment to face a strong opponent that is missing key players.COYG.----Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONSArsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE(VIDEO EDIT)