In this episode of The Grove, Tabs is joined by Jamie to break down Arsenal’s final preseason game – a lively win over Athletic Club at the Emirates – and what it means heading into the Premier League season and the opener against Manchester United.

We cover:

• ​Match reaction – why this felt like the pieces finally clicked after mixed performances vs Spurs & Villarreal
• ​Kai Havertz’s solo stunner and what Viktor Gyökeres brings to Arsenal’s attack
• ​Zubimendi, Calafiori, Saka, Madueke, Timber & Mosquera and Madueke performances and what these players mean to the squad and tactics.
• ​It's all about horses for courses, player pods and combinations across the Team not just in areas of the pitch.
• ​Penalty shootout success and the Emirates matchday atmosphere
• ​Transfer latest – do we need one more signing to “complete” the team? Rodrygo links, Eze updates & squad depth discussion
• ​Predicting Arteta’s XI for Man Utd and whether we start Gyökeres or Havertz up front

From tactical tweaks and player chemistry to pre-match pints and jumbotron upgrades, this episode blends football insight with matchday colour – all with the excitement of a season that could deliver big.

COME ON YOU GUNNERS!

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