Art de Roche

Art De Roché, football journalist offering sharp Champions League commentary. Daniel Storey, experienced writer with EFL and match context. Liam Twomey, match reporter providing tactical, on-the-ground analysis. They discuss Bayern’s dominant win in Madrid and Neuer’s heroics. They cover Arsenal’s late away winner in Lisbon, Martinelli’s spark and Raya’s return. They also touch on Ramsey’s retirement, Mudryk’s situation, and a tribute to Mircea Lucescu.

Football journalist Art De Roche and pundit Carl Anka dive into the pivotal role of Declan Rice for Arsenal. They discuss his recent calf scare and the implications for Arsenal's title chase. The conversation shifts to Rice's evolution from West Ham, highlighting his leadership and set-piece prowess. Carl ranks him among the Premier League's top midfielders and reflects on what defines greatness. The duo also examines Arsenal's squad depth and tactical shifts under Mikel Arteta, wrapping up with predictions for Rice's future as a potential England captain.

Seb Stafford-Bloor, a German football correspondent, and Art De Roche, an Arsenal writer, dive into Harry Kane's first major trophy with Bayern Munich and what it means for his legacy. They discuss the emotional weight of breaking his trophy drought, player loyalty, and the growing pressures of social media. The conversation extends to underperforming clubs in search of success, Wrexham's incredible promotions, and Arsenal's challenging season—all highlighting the changing definitions of success in football.

Art de Roche from The Athletic joins the show to preview Arsenal Women's Conti Cup Final against Chelsea. They discuss potential lineup changes, the inconsistent season for Arsenal, and the high stakes of the final. Tactical analysis, player roles, and strategic predictions are also highlighted.

After Arsenal's shocking loss to Liverpool, Michael Cox and Art de Roche discuss what the Gunners need to change to save their season. They also touch on tactical changes in soccer games, challenges of a large squad, passing tempo, and controversies surrounding a coach and the Spanish national team.