Arsenal... it's now or never. | The Cannon Podcast

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[@grumpy_doctor]

Willian free kick golazo + Leno shot stopping galore we will be there

[@Belligol.]

Leno masterclass incoming

[@zuesnastrio3062]

Iwobi hattrick and leno world record beating performance incoming

[@5686darryl]

naa

[@JD-mc3bl]

fulham down their tools once they're safe from relegation. It's ze history of fulham...

[@PaulClarke-dv5sr]

@@Belligol. Clueless plastic

[@JP-fc6hq]

Objectively jesus has been doing a really good 12th man role in recent weeks. Coming on with intensity and making assists for others to score. Jesus has been performing in his 12th man role. Similar to trossard cameos at the start of the season.

[@juggernaut2035]

Trossard is an absolute gangster! Guy comes in from Brighton for £30m and drops GA everytime he plays. Remember, everyone wanted Mudryk 😂😂

[@JoshFord-zs8dg]

Remember, not one of Artetas 27 signings have won anything under him

[@Jonas_Shepard]

Kylian Mbappe didn't bail out PSG in both BVB games. we just need the squad and our play be the cheat code. Harland or Mbappe doesn't guarantee anything.

[@duongkhoanguyen4695]

We already have a cheat code in big games. His name is Trossard.

[@BlocksofFlames]

Just look at leverkusen

[@BarrelFootball]

I have been talking about this for a while now. This whole notion of a “game changing” number 9 is wrong. Havertz has proven he is a threat that occupies and I’m sorry but even bullies defenders in the Prem when he is at his current finest. What we need is to add more threats to this team. Our whole left side has been dull this season and if we remove the efficiency of Trossard, I don’t know if we’re even scoring more than 10 goals from that end this whole season. How much more does he get if he actually has an 8 and a left back that can pose an actual threat ? We obviously have a right side bias, and the way that Havertz operates the raumneuner (that’s what I’m calling his position from now on) I really don’t think 100m+ should be going for a new 9. Maybe buy a project - a kid. But the left 8, the left wing and the Saka cover are far more needed. We need a 6 as well - Partey is not reliable. A nine that gives close to 20 GA a season cannot be seen as a critical problem right now. We desperately need to unlock the left side.

[@Denlar96]

This summer is massive. Regardless of if we do or dont win the prem, we have to build on this squad. We can not play Saliba, Gabriel, Odegaard, Saka, Rice and White pretty much every game of the season. If we are to really top and be better than City, we need more quality depth, but the depth players to still be of first team quality and to constantly push to start. Player like Nketiah, Nelson, Elneny, Ramsdale and co....if they arent good enough or happy with their situation at the club, need to be sold. As much as i love these players, they arent at the required level we need ruthlessness from Arteta. Hopefully another 4/5 players will be enough to take this team to the very top and help us win trophies this team deserves!

[@vague57]

It's hard to imagine us getting 4 or 5 players. We need a solution particularly for when Ødegaard gets injured / rested.

[@coolerdude42]

i think 3 players for us to win a major trophy next season. 2 more after that to win more than 1. What can I say, I'm an optimist.

[@Sdrawkcab_mi]

3 top players wins the league next season imo (we have Timber to come back too) then add 1 or 2 every season to upgrade/replace others.

[@Denlar96]

@vague57 I think it depends on how many players leave. We need direct replacements for Nketiah and Nelson for sure. This will provide options and better quality in the forward positions. We also need a top quality left side 8 or 6 (both if Partey goes). I reckon another CB, if Walters isnt given a chance and a backup GK as Ramsdale is probably going to leave. I think either Vieira or ESR will be the backup for Odegaard, depending on which one is sold.

[@JoshFord-zs8dg]

@@coolerdude42 i think you're still 3 players short of competing for the Carabao Cup

[@DavidWesson]

I don't hear any discussion about providing backup for Saka. I think buying an attacking left-back, like Ferdi Kadioglu or Miguel Gutiérrez Ortega, to provide backup for Martinelli would be more than sufficient on the left. However, someone like Michael Olise, preferably over Nico Williams, who can play on both the left and right side, would add extra quality to our squad. At just 22 years old, his overall ability in general attacking midfield play is high quality. Quite simply, he has the potential to be world-class. Who's with me?

[@coolerdude42]

A winger that can play both sides would be extremely desirable yeah

[@Wayne_Jenkins]

Talking about signing another left forward? So regularly one of Martinelli or trossard doesn’t get on the pitch at all? Cannot see it happening

[@erykado]

I live in the USA and if we win I will be in London for the parade.

[@GunnersStreet]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6OmnqWjaalraNksi=lxj4Gyv-LYIupfea Tomiyasu Doubt? Timber START?!? What would you do?

[@-Gooner76-]

Imagine what points we would of had with timber n partey fit,if we win our last games,even if we don't win the league,I'm still proud of the lads tbh,but next season we have to win big! Coyg!!!

[@JoshFord-zs8dg]

The "Imagine what points we would of had with timber n partey fit" excuse

[@VVladAFC]

I come for Alex's Foggin estandards. Give this guy a raise already.

[@jerryigbinoba9221]

Guys, do you get nervous with Raya in goal? If your answer is no, then he stays. He is a very good keeper. Against Bournmont, he prevented a certain goal from Gabrielle's mistake because of his advanced positioning. He's a hybrid defender-goalkeeper, a third centre half.

[@wyatt1973123]

If you look at the BM game , the players now have a idea of where to play together. If Rice bombs forward white and tomi stay back. they know how to protect. if in full control of the ball they do get into the build up. and then let OD do the control

[@PaulClarke-dv5sr]

Clueless

[@123kaired]

Trossard has great end product but is shocking at doing the winger role. He affects us as much negatively as he does positively. Trossard is also a starter, not a squad player atm

[@ATN0078]

Rice as an 8 gives me peak Patrick Viera vibes

[@saurabhtare6176]

Yep, Raya can absolutely be our no.1, if and only if we keep the no.1 jersey away from him. Its cursed. I said it with Ramsdale too, but the club didn't listen :P and see what happened. Same thing with the no.9... keep these two jerseys locked 🔒

[@jeffreyAdewaleIge]

7:48 we just need to recalibrate our heads about how a good goalkeeper can look

[@tzvetantzekov9344]

No idea what type of an Arsenal fan would go to Grand Canaria if there is a parade to come. I am waiting for this from 20+ years. I would miss my boy’s birthday let alone a trip to Grad Canaria. Not serious mate. Think twice before leaving. One day you may regret it.

[@dannybater8896]

Imagine west ham nick it for us pn the final day..

[@traderiq2023]

Agree with Bhavs re harvertz… even though I think both have been contributory +++ trossard received a lot of props but if it were a choice between Kai and Leo then I would keep Kai for where we are going

[@traderiq2023]

I think it’s a bit arrogant to suggest that those who have doubts about Raya don’t understand the keeper Position .. I have played that position for years and have concerns about some components of his game even if he is a good player

[@bobbastian760]

Talk about the shot by Saliba. Him running up the pitch was probably pre-planned. We may well see this kind of thing more often.

[@johnonimbo9092]

He was a striker before,he just found himself on familiar territory

[@JoshFord-zs8dg]

@@johnonimbo9092 Clearly like Nketiah not a very good one

[@spoilbrattprudaksinz1820]

​@@JoshFord-zs8dgyou're weird

[@-Gooner76-]

George got a mic!!!!!!😂😂

[@rushnafwadud]

I simply do not understand this obsession for a left forward. Why would you want another person above Trossard and Martinelli? We even have Jesus as a third choice, for crying out loud! We need another Trossard in the RIGHT forward area instead. So obvious; Saka needs a Trossard-like competition, if not backup, which isn’t available in the squad.

[@grumpy_doctor]

48:30 thanks for the laugh Alex 😂

[@DavidWesson]

Gary Neville is so negative when it comes to Arsenal it frustrates the buggery out of me. Nothing i woule like more than to silence the crtics by winning the league especially those who used to play for opposing teams #COYG

[@Alan_Knight]

I aint having any expectations. City will win the league. Last 2 years we came so close yet so far , and it hurts . This summer will be very crucial , we need signings which can help us bridge the gap between 2nd and 1st and we cant fck it up . I support this team , and hope with next year we can pick a major trophy. COYG

[@GunnersStreet]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6OmnqWjaalraNksi=lxj4Gyv-LYIupfea Tomiyasu Doubt? Timber START?!? What would you do?

[@ashbooth1817]

No way we are signing a left forward… right side is far more important to give Saka a break.

[@GZMJr]

Everyone pretends to be calm... There is a lack of backbone from our fanbase.

[@Sui_Generis0]

They wouldnt have had to go on a better run. Yes, longest unbeaten run but I would argue going on 18 consecutive wins is a better run for them

[@Oumajiii]

29:58 😂

[@-Gooner76-]

Have faith we are gonna do em 3-0 cmon boys!!!

[@lordm5720]

Declan Rice doesn't offer enough to the left winger to be the left 8. You need the Odegaard, Saka, White triangles from Martinelli/Trossard, Timber/Tomi, and the left 8. Also Rodri scores his goals from bombing forward into an 8 from a 6 so the vision for Rice is probably the same.

[@spoilbrattprudaksinz1820]

Remember Odegaard two seasons ago...he's miles better now with coaching in that position...who knows how much better Rice can get in that position with coaching

[@lordm5720]

@@spoilbrattprudaksinz1820 fair enough

[@Cafez27]

Rice is neither a 6 nor an 8. He is an elite box to box midfielder

[@JoshFord-zs8dg]

Lol, Arsenals most embarrassing plastic back again talking more shite lool Worthless boy

[@traderiq2023]

I would suggest that George’s assumptions that we will play the same way next season which appears to be what u are basing your thinking is flawed .. we continue to evolve the way we play why would next season be any different

[@mustaphamustapha4363]

I love your podcasts so much alex you wouldn’t understand 😂

[@Aousie]

Talking about Trossard being number 2 in the team for the left-wing slot is indicative of old-style thinking. Trossard is a different type of player to Martinelli. He will play if that type of player is more effective against your opposition and fits with the strategy Arteta wants to employ against the opposition. That is what Arteta is building is a team with all the tools to win things. I am not sure why there is a discussion about getting a left-winger in the summer. We have Martinelli, Trossard, and Jesus can play there. We have a lot of options on the left. The right side is lacking, we have Saka. Others can play there but the quality drops off more than on the left side. We need a centre-back and right-winger that gives us a different option this summer for sure. Would like to see someone with a lot of pace on the right to give us something different against teams that employ a high line. Anyway, keep up the good work lads, love the analysis and content.

[@123kaired]

No hes not 😂😂. Martinelli would play every game if he was good enough. And with the options comment, saka is the best rw in world with elite availability. For the lw role, we don't have 1 player good enough. Numbers doesn't equal positive

[@Aousie]

@@123kaired simply not true. There are too many games in a season to play the same player every game. Players look exhausted when playing every 3 days. Arteta picks the team according to who we are playing. Why do you think jorginho starts some games, it's not rocket science. Martinelli is excellent but currently with our right wing bias is being hurt by the system. Where as Trossard is more suited to an isolated role. I will guarantee you Arteta will get some support for Saka.

[@123kaired]

@Aousie 1. No manager would ever rotate saka no matter his tiredness 2. No rw good enough would join arsenal when they could start for every other team in the world. 3. Martinelli has been dreadful all season . His profile suits spurs , where was he? 4. Martinelli hasn't started in the title run because spoiler alert hes not good enough 5. We've always had right side bias But anything to defend martinelli because he was good last year. Teams have figured him out and don't allow him to cut inside anymore. Oh and btw Martinelli should preform best when hes isolated because hes 1 on 1 with a defender

[@Aousie]

@@123kaired 1. Wrong, so very wrong. 2. So if we were in for someone like Neto at Wolves he would not want to join. Think he would be tempted. 3 and 4. Martinelli dreadful! He was awful against Liverpool getting that second goal. What are you going on about. He has helped this campaign. If he was not good enough how come Arteta either starts him or minimum brings him on as a sub. You are just wrong again. 5. Your analysis on Martinelli is so off. The point of being isolated which you clearly missed is he is not getting the ball early enough to hurt the opposition. We are not switching the ball to the left flank quick enough. By the time Martinelli is getting the ball, he usually has the RB and RW back. That is why Trossard is working well he is good with the ball in tight spaces. Martinelli has pace and is more suited to a quicker counter-attacking style. Look at the goals he scores. I don't agree with almost every point you make. But that is the beauty of it. Loving the opinion!

[@123kaired]

@Aousie talking about a liverpool mistake as martinellis moment is funny lmao. You literally just said hes a counter attacking player and we don't play that way(partly our fault, mainly because the majority park the bus), so... you basically said he needs replacing 😂😂😂. Where was Martinilli against villa(another team that allow counters) Does klopp rotate salah dijk etc?, does pep rotate haaland rodri etc? You can't rotate your best players!. Neto would start for any other club. Tell me why he'd accept a backup role?

[@helgekarlsen171]

Declan Hype Rice world class.😅

[@Never_Wr0ng]

Is Havertz the player I would like to 'platform' ? Absolutely! Because platforming him means platforming our entire attack. He's that special. The most complete CF itw - Kane is Superior but doesn't offer the threat of running in behind. Also, was kinda cheap to drag Martinelli in the discussion; not Havertz's fault. He will thrive next season WITH HAVERTZ.

[@JoshFord-zs8dg]

Havertz is now level on goals scored with Chris Wood at Forest What a player!

[@Never_Wr0ng]

@@JoshFord-zs8dg Are you thick in the head mate ?

[@spoilbrattprudaksinz1820]

​@@JoshFord-zs8dgyou're weird

[@andrewnaamukongakonteh7143]

Martinelli has all attributes for a 10 role

[@spoilbrattprudaksinz1820]

Besides lifting his head up😅

[@5686darryl]

🤣🤣🤣

[@How_are_ya_now_]

Yo, I enjoy you lads, but no one is debating at all Raya. He's earned his spot until he loses it. No debate

[@0Forkular0]

I'm expecting a low block from utd.

[@abdyrahemhussein9113]

By halftime man city will be 3-0 up

[@davechesty]

Fundamen’aly

[@Eizengoldt]

George is tripping, if the roles were reversed I would pray day and night for us to lose against Citeh

[@-Gooner76-]

VICTOR FOR ME PLEASE!

[@JoshFord-zs8dg]

Foxtrot Oscar

[@tanomsakkhacharoen1387]

Title or not the team deserves a parade

[@digiscott2181]

All Hail the Almighty Algorithm ☯️🔥

[@anugrahshrestha8208]

Crunch time means it's never. The title race was over weeks ago. Arsenal are still keeling needless hope. We'll lose to Utd at OT and lose the title to Man City.

[@Belligol.]

Hate this mentality, whats yhe point in being a supporter if you assume the worst? Backing my team until the final day, you do you

[@anugrahshrestha8208]

@@Belligol. Being a blind supporter is stupid. These guya have failed every season. If you've got a problem with people not trusting them to deliver then by all means keep up the "supporter" thing going on.

[@swrve18]

​@@anugrahshrestha8208 might as well support another club then, don't ya think?

[@Belligol.]

​@anugrahshrestha8208 supporting my team in a generally positive situation isnt "blind support". What you're doing right now is throwing in the towel when the going gets tough because of what rival fans have said all season

[@THEMOVIEGREEK]

@@anugrahshrestha8208#fraudwatch

[@michaelprince6798]

My summer wish list: Ousmane Diomande and Victor Gyokeres of Sporting CP, Nico Williams of Athletic Bilbao, Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig. What's yours?

[@innercircle341]

No, it is not now or never ffs Three kids who just like gobbing off as if they are experts. Supporting Arsenal longer than your combined total years alive. Kids.

[@andrewnaamukongakonteh7143]

😢you guys should look at Martinelli playing more in the inside .