Highbury Squad

Has Mikel Arteta's process evolved to progress? Is success next for the Arsenal? We deliver the ex-manager, podcaster and sports journalist perspective. Join squad central are former Luton Town gaffer, Paul Buckle, host of Latte Firm, Faisal and sports journalist GOAT, Henry Winter. Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Be part of our … Continue reading "THE ONE WITH HENRY WINTER & LATTE FIRM"

After a long absence due to illness, Super Kevin Campbell makes his return to squad central. It’s beyond joyous to have the legend back. It’s been a while. Don’t miss Kev’s views on the Arsenal’s recent form. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

On this episode, former Arsenal midfield maestro, David Hillier joins squad central to talk about his beloved Gunners. We cover assistant coaches, players, game management, mentality, Benjamin White vs Gareth Southgate & more. Get stuck into the conversation with Sophie & David. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

On this episode, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan joins squad central to talk about the Arsenal’s mentality and differences between last season. Are you starting to believe the Gunners can win it all? How impressed are you with the team spirit? Get stuck into the conversation with Sophie & Jordan. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

On this episode, Natalie Sawyer joins squad central to talk about David Raya, Ivan Toney & the Arsenal facing the Bees. Is the Gunners defensive success down to Arteta's big decision to make Raya his number one? We also chat about Arsenal Women and the loss of form in the WSL. Get stuck in. Have … Continue reading "TALKSPORT HOST NATALIE SAWYER"

On this episode, we take you beyond the white lines with trailblazing USMNT legend and former Sheffield Wednesday hero, John Harkes. John was part of an incredible Sheffield Wednesday side that faced the Gunners in two domestic cup finals in 1993. He scored a banger versus the Arsenal in the 1993 League Cup Final and … Continue reading "JOHN HARKES TALKS IAN WRIGHT, TONY ADAMS, CHRIS WADDLE & MORE"

There's no doubt this Arsenal team has some talented players but…Who is overrated? Who is underrated? Who is rated just right? Which unsigned players were dodged bullets? And is there enough talent to win the Premier or Champions League? Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Join the conversation! Get stuck in with Soph … Continue reading "ARSENAL’S GOT TALENT | TOM CANTON"

Sophie goes solo and dives into a compelling subject about the Gunners Gaffer. Has Mikel Arteta become the Arsenal's new Don? Is it time to kiss the ring despite no major trophies? Has the process gone beyond progress? Have your voice heard in our football democracy. Be part of our kind community.

The Arsenal Avengers continue to demolish teams in the Premier League. Heroes are rising from all positions. Are we playing the best football of any team right now? Former Arsenal midfield maestro, David Hillier breaks it all down in superb fashion. You won’t want to miss his insane insights. Have your voice heard in our … Continue reading "ARTETA’S ARSENAL AVENGERS DESTROY NEWCASTLE | DAVID HILLIER"

Ex-Luton Town manager, Paul Buckle hops into squad central to give us the manager perspective on Porto v Arsenal. The Gunners naivety got the best of them in Europe once again. Did Mikel Arteta get his tactics wrong on the night? Can the Arsenal bounce back in the return leg? Have your voice heard in … Continue reading "EX-LUTON TOWN MANAGER PAUL BUCKLE"

We first spoke to James about Mikel Arteta eight months ago and again two months ago. In part three of our series, we dive deeper into the mind of Mikel and explore his managerial evolution since our earlier conversations. Has the process surpassed progress and shifted towards perfecto? Get the insider perspective from James. Join … Continue reading "PROCESS TO PERFECTO | JAMES GREEN SKY SPORTS NEWS"

Are the Arsenal evolving into mentality monsters? Martinelli shines in an epic victory against the mighty Liverpool and former Kop legend, Steve Nicol joins squad central to discuss the Gunners massive win. Gotta give him credit for still coming to play. No fear. Former Luton manager, Paul Buckle also pops in for a football natter. … Continue reading "LIVERPOOL LEGEND STEVE NICOL"

Jurgen Klopp quits Liverpool. How does he stack up against other Premier League managers? Is the title Liverpool bound now? And does Mikel Arteta deserve a new contract. Join Sophie, Danny from A Bergkamp Wonderland and Seth the awesome Arsenal fan for some honest football talk!

From season ticket holders paying for cup games, the ballot system, merchandise releases, Ashburton Army, game day experiences & more, we ask, has the Arsenal become more of a marketing company than a football club? Get. Stuck. In! Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

One win in five. Struggling for goals. Defensive regression. Lackluster subs. No game-changers. No finishers. Are there still positives? Let's huddle. Let's dissect. Let's discuss. Get. Stuck. In! Have your voice heard in our football democracy with Super Kev & Soph.

Nick Ramsdale returns to squad central and shares his thoughts as a football dad. Do people really want honesty, or only when it agrees with them? Don’t miss this heartfelt episode. Get stuck in with Sophie & Super Kev. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

Kai Havertz scores! Ødegaard plays champagne football. Rice loves to play it forward! The Arsenal demolish Bournemouth with total dominance. But have the Gunners got out of second gear yet? Get stuck in. Have your voice heard! Join the conversation with Super Kev and Soph.

A disappointing North London Derby. After strengthening in the summer, why do we feel weaker as a squad? And has Mikel Arteta caused unnecessary chaos? From Havertz to Nketiah, Raya and Ramsdale, let's discuss. Get stuck in! Have your voice heard with Super Kevin Campbell, Sophie Nicolaou, Lee Judges and Michael Price.

On this episode, Sophie is joined by, Nick Ramsdale. From being the father of a Premier League footballer, to his takes on modern day football and passion for music and pop culture, Nick shares his honest thoughts. It’s a unique and engaging conversation. Get stuck in!

On this episode, Sophie had the pleasure of talking with Arsenal legend and invincible, Gilberto Silva during the Arsenal’s US summer tour. This conversation is everything you want to hear from a legacy player. Silva talks ethos, culture and going from good-to-great. He gives his thoughts on Mikel Arteta, his old mate, Edu Gaspar and … Continue reading "GILBERTO SILVA | ARSENAL LEGEND & INVINCIBLE"

On this episode, we catch up with James Green from Sky Sports News. James has spent a fair bit of time interviewing, Mikel Arteta and his shared his insights with us last season. After his recent visit with the gaffer, has he changed much? Did Arteta open up more? Did James sense a relaxed or … Continue reading "SKY SPORTS NEWS JAMES GREEN TALKS MIKEL ARTETA"

On this episode, Sophie and Kevin are joined by USMNT legend and Fox Sports broadcaster, Alexi Lalas. The squad discuss playing in a World Cup versus Brazil, the Women’s World Cup in Australia and expectations for the Arsenal in the Premier League next season. Tom Canton from the Gooner Talk TV also pops in for … Continue reading "USMNT LEGEND ALEXI LALAS | ARSENAL IN AMERICA"

On this episode, we welcome Sky Sports News presenter, Tom White to explore the experiences of being an Arsenal fan versus his club, Sunderland. Are we spoiled? Have some fans lost sight of what it means to follow a football club? Should we expect more? Do we deserve more? Are fans like Sunderland a dying … Continue reading "BEHIND THE TRANSFER WINDOW | TOM WHITE | SKY SPORTS NEWS"

On this episode, we welcome Sky Sports News presenter, Tom White to explore the experiences of being an Arsenal fan versus his club, Sunderland. Are we spoiled? Have some fans lost sight of what it means to follow a football club? Should we expect more? Do we deserve more? Are fans like Sunderland a dying … Continue reading "BEHIND THE TRANSFER WINDOW | TOM WHITE | SKY SPORTS NEWS"

What a surprise! What a moment! Arsenal’s number one, Aaron Ramsdale pops into the Monday Madness studio to say hello. And Sophie and Super Kev have a great chat with Aaron’s dad, Nick. What’s it like to be a football dad? Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

What a surprise! What a moment! Arsenal’s number one, Aaron Ramsdale pops into the Monday Madness studio to say hello. And Sophie and Super Kev have a great chat with Aaron’s dad, Nick. What’s it like to be a football dad? Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

On this episode we talk to, Peter Lewis about his incredible journey as an Arsenal fan that spans six decades. You will want to hear about his Highbury days, the cup finals, managers, players, winning, losing and we discuss Peter’s passion and talent for astro photography. This is an episode all Arsenal fans should listen … Continue reading "TALENTED GOONERS | 60-YEAR SUPPORTING ARSENAL FAN | PETER LEWIS"

On this episode we talk to, Peter Lewis about his incredible journey as an Arsenal fan that spans six decades. You will want to hear about his Highbury days, the cup finals, managers, players, winning, losing and we discuss Peter’s passion and talent for astro photography. This is an episode all Arsenal fans should listen … Continue reading "TALENTED GOONERS | 60-YEAR SUPPORTING ARSENAL FAN | PETER LEWIS"

On this episode, we are joined by football icons, Super Kevin Campbell and Warren Barton. We dive into a little Arsenal v Chelsea post game talk. Don’t miss Barton’s take on this being the worst Chelsea team ever. And we also preview Newcastle v the Gunners, which gets the lads all competitive again as they … Continue reading "WARREN BARTON & KEVIN CAMPBELL | NEWCASTLE v ARSENAL PREVIEW & CHELSEA FLOPS"

On this episode, we are joined by football icons, Super Kevin Campbell and Warren Barton. We dive into a little Arsenal v Chelsea post game talk. Don’t miss Barton’s take on this being the worst Chelsea team ever. And we also preview Newcastle v the Gunners, which gets the lads all competitive again as they … Continue reading "WARREN BARTON & KEVIN CAMPBELL | NEWCASTLE v ARSENAL PREVIEW & CHELSEA FLOPS"

On this episode, we talk to Charlton Athletic’s, Rachel Newborough about the Arsenal Women making history selling out the Emirates, losing to Wolfsburg in the Champions League and the growing concern for ACL injuries among female players. Have your voice heard. Get stuck in!

On this episode, we talk to Charlton Athletic’s, Rachel Newborough about the Arsenal Women making history selling out the Emirates, losing to Wolfsburg in the Champions League and the growing concern for ACL injuries among female players. Have your voice heard. Get stuck in!

On this episode, we dissect the Arsenal, Manchester City and the rest of the Premier League with Talksport’s, Jason Cundy. We also discuss Chelsea Football Club’s rollercoaster season and their dramatic demise under Todd Boehly’s new ownership. Arsenal fans everywhere, rejoice! Get stuck in.

On this episode, we dissect the Arsenal, Manchester City and the rest of the Premier League with Talksport’s, Jason Cundy. We also discuss Chelsea Football Club’s rollercoaster season and their dramatic demise under Todd Boehly’s new ownership. Arsenal fans everywhere, rejoice! Get stuck in.

There have been some noteworthy articles written about the Arsenal this season. There have also been some highly questionable write-ups too. One of the most baffling narratives of late came from, Ian Doyle’s column in the Liverpool Echo. Are the Arsenal really lucky? Are they this good because everyone else is so bad? Hit play!

There have been some noteworthy articles written about the Arsenal this season. There have also been some highly questionable write-ups too. One of the most baffling narratives of late came from, Ian Doyle’s column in the Liverpool Echo. Are the Arsenal really lucky? Are they this good because everyone else is so bad? Hit play!

On this episode, we welcome back Liverpool legend, Stevie Nicol and Arsenal icon, Kevin Campbell to talk about the battle at Anfield. They’ve worn the badge. They’ve fought for glory. They’ve won it all. These ex-players take us beyond the white lines and into the dressing room for another compelling conversation. Get stuck in!

On this episode, we welcome back Liverpool legend, Stevie Nicol and Arsenal icon, Kevin Campbell to talk about the battle at Anfield. They’ve worn the badge. They’ve fought for glory. They’ve won it all. These ex-players take us beyond the white lines and into the dressing room for another compelling conversation. Get stuck in!

On this episode, Sophie is joined by Super Kevin Campbell and broadcaster Jordan Jarrett Bryan. What role do the owners play in the rise and rise of Arsenal Football Club? Do they deserve some credit? And when you look at what’s happening at Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool, we ask again, are the Kroenkes now … Continue reading "THE TUESDAY-ISH CLUB | JORDAN JARRETT BRYAN & KEVIN CAMPBELL"

On this episode, Sophie is joined by Super Kevin Campbell and broadcaster Jordan Jarrett Bryan. What role do the owners play in the rise and rise of Arsenal Football Club? Do they deserve some credit? And when you look at what’s happening at Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool, we ask again, are the Kroenkes now … Continue reading "THE TUESDAY-ISH CLUB | JORDAN JARRETT BRYAN & KEVIN CAMPBELL"

On this episode, we talk to sports broadcaster, Shebahn Aherne about the Arsenal and the race for the Barclays WSL title, women’s Champions League and this summer’s World Cup. You won’t want to miss Shebahn’s insights on the beautiful game from the women’s side.

On this episode, we talk to sports broadcaster, Shebahn Aherne about the Arsenal and the race for the Barclays WSL title, women’s Champions League and this summer’s World Cup. You won’t want to miss Shebahn’s insights on the beautiful game from the women’s side.

On this episode, the squad is joined by comedian, writer and all round legendary Arsenal fan, Ian Stone. If you love positive Arsenal conversations, you will dig this. You can hear Ian regularly with Amy Lawrence on the Athletic's, Handbrake Off podcast! Get stuck in and have your voice heard in our football democracy!

On this episode, the squad is joined by comedian, writer and all round legendary Arsenal fan, Ian Stone. If you love positive Arsenal conversations, you will dig this. You can hear Ian regularly with Amy Lawrence on the Athletic's, Handbrake Off podcast! Get stuck in and have your voice heard in our football democracy!

On this episode, Sophie is joined by the Arsenal Opinion and Le Grove’s very own, Pedro. The final act of the season is here. What does success look like to you? What would it mean for the club if they won it all? And was the Europa League loss really a blessing?

On this episode, Sophie is joined by the Arsenal Opinion and Le Grove’s very own, Pedro. The final act of the season is here. What does success look like to you? What would it mean for the club if they won it all? And was the Europa League loss really a blessing?

Sophie is joined by Squaddies from all corners of the world to discuss how the Arsenal destroyed Everton in their pursuit of the Premier League title. Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

Sophie is joined by Squaddies from all corners of the world to discuss how the Arsenal destroyed Everton in their pursuit of the Premier League title. Get stuck in. Have your voice heard in our football democracy.

Sophie appeared on Sky Sports News the day of the Arsenal v Manchester City game. It’s always interesting to go back and analyze the narrative pre-match. Here is what she had to say. She didn’t get too high or too low. The low just came at the final whistle.

Sophie appeared on Sky Sports News the day of the Arsenal v Manchester City game. It’s always interesting to go back and analyze the narrative pre-match. Here is what she had to say. She didn’t get too high or too low. The low just came at the final whistle.

On this episode, we welcome Talksport Breakfast Host & Broadcaster, Natalie Sawyer to share her experience being a Brentford fan this season. Also joining squad central is author and journalist, Matt Spiro to chat all things, Folarin Balogun and how he’s lighting up on loan in Ligue 1! Get stuck in. Have your voice heard … Continue reading "TALKSPORT HOST NATALIE SAWYER ON BRENTFORD & AUTHOR MATT SPIRO ON FOLARIN BALOGUN"