Arseblog Arsecast, The Arsenal Podcast Arsecast Extra Episode 679 - 02.02.2026
Feb 2, 2026
They dissect the 4-0 win at Elland Road, focusing on Kai Havertz’s midfield role and how it reshaped team dynamics. Noni Madueke’s late call-up and decisive contributions get attention. Talk covers Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi’s deeper roles, key substitutions that sealed the result, defensive solidity for a clean sheet, and transfer window questions around injury cover and loan moves.
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Burger Mix-Up In Dublin
- James recalls a Dublin restaurant encounter where a young man tried to order a burger in a place that no longer sold them.
- The moment highlighted hangover-like confusion and provided comic relief on the trip.
Havertz Alters Midfield Shape
- Kai Havertz changed Arsenal's midfield dynamic by occupying spaces that confused Leeds and freed others to advance.
- His off-the-ball movement created room for Victor Jøkeres and shifted Rice and Zubimendi into wider, more attacking zones.
Rice And Zubimendi Repositioned
- Declan Rice and Martín Zubimendi operated deeper and more symmetrically, often occupying Odegaard-like positions.
- That deliberate setup allowed Arsenal to play around Leeds' midfield runners and dominate possession after 20 minutes.