Up Gunners! An Arsenal Podcast

In this episode of Up Gunners! host Tony Doe breaks down Arsenal's 1-0 win over Hull City, where Martin Ødegaard's rebound goal after a Noni Madueke attempt secured three crucial points and kept the Gunners at the top of the Premier League. We examine key tactical takeaways from the match and ask whether Arsenal are mastering the art of "winning ugly" or simply making hard work of games. We also unpack Mikel Arteta's intense touchline persona and discuss whether criticism of the manager is fair or driven by rival envy. Plus, we explore Arsenal's "'Tis the Season" Christmas campaign starring Fever Pitch actor Colin Firth, as well as intriguing reports of Arsenal consulting with NASA, Google, and Apple to revolutionise player injury rehabilitation and ACL recovery through space research and data analytics. Finally, Tony serves up a classic Nigerian Ofe Onugbu (Bitter Leaf Soup) metaphor for rival hatewatchers whose constant bitterness only serves as protein and seasoning for Arsenal's ongoing success.

Arsenal earned a 2-1 Champions League victory against Slavia Prague in Europe, but Mikel Arteta's team had to survive a frantic second-half fightback. We analyse standout performances from Victor Gyökeres and Noni Madueke, David Raya’s key saves, preview the upcoming Premier League fixture against Hull City, and celebrate the 63rd birthday of club icon Ian Wright. Send Voicenotes: https://www.speakpipe.com/upgunnerspodcast

Arsenal finally end their 14-year wait for a Premier League win at Anfield, beating Liverpool 1-0 thanks to a Kai Havertz goal. We break down the victory, Declan Rice's midfield influence, Noni Madueke's contribution and the controversial Timber-Isak penalty incident. Plus, the story of former Arsenal winger Glenn Helder: from his arrival under George Graham and playing alongside Dennis Bergkamp to gambling addiction, financial struggles and rebuilding his life. And finally, a heartwarming look at Arsenal's travelling fan community, including elderly and wheelchair-using supporters who share coach journeys to away games.

Welcome to Up Gunners! An Arsenal Podcast, hosted by Tony Doe. Since 2014, Up Gunners! has been bringing Arsenal supporters news, views and intelligent rambling about Arsenal Football Club. From Premier League match analysis, tactical discussions and player performances to transfer news, club history, football culture and the experiences of Arsenal fans around the world, we cover the conversations that matter to Gooners. With a Nigerian voice and a global outlook, Up Gunners! offers an independent supporter’s perspective on the highs, lows, debates and ambitions of the Arsenal faithful. Whether you're a lifelong Gooner or a new member of the Arsenal family, join the conversation. Subscribe and follow Up Gunners! An Arsenal Podcast for Arsenal discussions, match reactions and more. Hosted and produced by Tony Doe. News. Views. Intelligent rambling. North London is red. Find us on social media: @upgunnersng

In this episode, we unpack Arsenal’s shocking Carabao Cup exit to League Two side Fleetwood Town. After a 1-1 draw in regulation featuring a Victor Gyökeres equaliser, Fleetwood triumphed 5-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout. We analyse Mikel Arteta’s decision to make nine squad changes, the late red card for teenager Max Dowman, and what this defeat reveals about Arsenal’s true squad depth and Premier League title defence. Plus, we celebrate a historic milestone for Bukayo Saka, who was awarded the 2026 Socrates Award at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London for his life-changing humanitarian work with the Big Shoe charity in Nigeria and Rwanda. Finally, we look ahead to Sunday’s massive Premier League showdown against Liverpool at Anfield, detailing crucial injury and fitness updates on Declan Rice, Noni Madueke, Riccardo Calafiori, Christian Nørgaard, Mikel Merino, William Saliba, and Saka.