The Grove - An Arsenal Podcast

About The Grove - An Arsenal Podcast

The Grove Podcast is an Arsenal podcast for fans who love the club but don’t take themselves too seriously. Match reactions, previews and debates that mix football insight with a little humour; including the uncomfortable truths when they’re needed. Hosted by Arsenal supporters, for Arsenal supporters.🎙️ New episodes after every match. You won't want to miss out - this is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!

Publisher

Follow @thegroveafc on all social media platforms

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Jan 2024

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

227 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   🎧 211 | Arsenal 3 - Lille 0 Review, Nottingham Forest Preview

   Arsenal beat Lille 3-0 in the Champions League—but why did it take until the second half for the Gunners to turn on the style? Tabs and Ian (@ArseCannonPics) break down Arsenal’s win, the changes that made the difference, and what the performance could mean ahead of a tricky Premier League trip to Nottingham Forest. In Episode 211 of The Grove Podcast, we discuss Jurrien Timber’s brilliant opener, goals from Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze, Arsenal’s rotated starting XI, and the impact of the substitutes. We also debate Viktor Gyökeres’ fit in Arsenal’s attack, the team’s slow starts, the drought in first-half goals and set pieces, and whether Arsenal are managing their energy for the decisive months of the season. Plus, we look ahead to Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest, discuss Forest’s form and threat on the counter-attack, share our predicted line-ups and score predictions, and remember Ken Friar, a lifelong servant of Arsenal Football Club. If you follow Arsenal, the Premier League, the Champions League, and in-depth Gunners discussion, join us for honest post-match analysis and a preview of what’s next. 01:31 Arsenal’s line-up and rotation 07:28 Lille match highlights and lowlights 16:02 Match stats and Arsenal’s performance 19:30 Second-half changes and Arsenal’s slow starts 24:09 Set pieces and the lack of first-half goals 30:40 Jurrien Timber’s opening goal 33:45 Saka and Eze seal the win 36:19 Viktor Gyökeres’ role in the team 41:29 Olivier Giroud’s return to the Emirates 43:24 Champions League stats and match reaction 45:13 Three-word reviews 47:36 Champions League round-up 51:39 Remembering Ken Friar 55:31 Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest preview 58:28 Predicted Arsenal line-up 60:18 Nottingham Forest’s form and tactical threat 62:39 Match predictions COYG! ---- Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app. Find us on socials: @thegroveafc This is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS! ---- Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafc Find us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafc Email us here: thegrovepodcast@outlook.com thegroveafc@nowadaystalent.com 🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONS Arsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE (VIDEO EDIT)

2. 

   12 Oct 2026

   🎧 TGP | After Review : GW6 Premier League 26/27

   GW6 After Review: Shameless Shamsters, Amazing Saves, Teams in Europe In Trouble, VAR & More Manchester City’s 115-charge case, Liverpool’s defeat, and the question of how much the ongoing process changes the meaning of Premier League results lead this Game Week 6 review. Tabs and Gianluca discuss the controversy, fan reactions, and the wider impact on clubs across the league. They also review Arsenal’s comeback win over Leeds, Liverpool vs Manchester City and the decisive red card, plus Aston Villa’s 2–2 draw with Brentford. Other talking points include Manchester United and Tottenham’s draw, Crystal Palace’s surprising win over Nottingham Forest, Brighton’s victory at Sunderland, and Ipswich Town’s dramatic late win over Fulham. The episode looks beyond the scorelines at Premier League form, VAR decisions, team tactics, recruitment, and the early-season race at both ends of the table. Expect Arsenal-focused analysis, rival fans’ perspectives, and plenty of opinion on a action packed weekend of Premier League football. 00:00 — Welcome and episode introduction 02:53 — Arsenal 5–0 Leeds: comeback win and squad depth 04:51 — Liverpool vs Manchester City: charges, fan reactions, and the bigger picture 15:47 — The red card, Liverpool’s performance, and recruitment concerns 22:24 — Aston Villa 2–2 Brentford 28:45 — Everton 2–2 West Ham: individual errors and early-season form 34:40 — Manchester United 1–1 Tottenham: red cards and missed chances 46:50 — Nottingham Forest 1–3 Crystal Palace 56:44 — Sunderland 0–2 Brighton and the red-card decision 60:30 — Ipswich 2–1 Fulham: late winner and relegation concerns 64:46 — Chelsea 5–1 Bournemouth and the upcoming Coventry–Newcastle match 67:26 — Premier League table check-in 68:39 — Weekend highlights, lowlights, and fantasy football 72:44 — Wrap-up and where to follow The Grove AFCCOYG! ---- Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app. Find us on socials: @thegroveafc This is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS! ---- Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafc Find us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafc Email us here: thegrovepodcast@outlook.com thegroveafc@nowadaystalent.com 🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONS Arsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE (VIDEO EDIT)

3. 

   11 Oct 2026

   🎧 210 | Arsenal 2 - Leeds 1: Bruno Shines In Comeback Win

   Poor For 60 Mins, Great For 30. Player Highs & Lows. Lille UCL Preview: Arsenal were rusty for an hour, then turned on the afterburners. Tabs and Kuziva break down a come from behind 2-1 win over Leeds that sent the Gunners joint top of the Premier League, from the surprising starting XI to the moment the game flipped and the Emirates came alive. The first 60 minutes raised real questions. Why did Arteta trust certain players over others? Was Madueke on the left a hint at what’s coming next? And what does this performance say about where Saka, Havertz, and Eze fit in a squad that’s about to be tested every three days? Tabs and Kuziva unpack the tactical wrinkles, the sluggish start after the international break, and the key decisions that changed the energy of the match. They also dig into Madueke’s influence from the left, Bruno’s instant impact off the bench, and the devastating move that produced Arsenal’s winner. In this episode: Why Leeds made Arsenal look ordinary for long stretches How one substitution transformed the tempo, intensity, and confidence of the team What Madueke’s performance says about Arsenal’s attacking options Why Saka’s recent form feels more complicated than the stats suggest Whether this was a warning sign or the hallmark of champions There’s also a look at Leeds’ performance, the moments Arsenal got away with, the chances that could have made the scoreline bigger, and the injury concern involving Hincapié. Then Tabs and Kuziva preview Arsenal’s Champions League clash with Lille, including rotation, squad trust, and the busy run of fixtures ahead. 00:00 Welcome and Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Leeds 01:09 Arsenal’s starting lineup and selection surprises 05:41 Eze’s role and squad selection 11:39 Match highlights, lowlights, and the slow start 16:51 Leeds’ performance and their threat 24:25 Arsenal’s equalizer and turning point 27:29 Madueke’s performance on the left 31:15 Bruno’s impact off the bench and the winning goal 38:30 Late chances and missed opportunities 41:19 Saka’s form and the eye test 49:38 What the win means for Arsenal’s season 52:18 A sign of champions—or concerns to address? 55:40 Hincapié injury concern 57:36 Three-word reviews and listener reactions 59:29 Liverpool vs. Manchester City discussion 65:00 Arsenal’s Champions League preview: Lille 68:11 Predicted and preferred Arsenal lineups 71:59 Lille’s form and what to expect 74:25 Match prediction and episode sign-off COYG! ---- Follow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app. Find us on socials: @thegroveafc This is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS! ---- Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafc Find us on BlueSky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafc Email us here: thegrovepodcast@outlook.com thegroveafc@nowadaystalent.com 🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #Arteta #UCL #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #saliba #mosquera #havertz #calafiori #guimares #tzolis #konsa #CHAMPIONS Arsenal podcast, Premier League title race, Arsenal instant reaction, Arsenal analysis, The Grove Podcast, Hot Off The Pitch. PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS. UCL. UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE (VIDEO EDIT)

Who has been a guest on The Grove - An Arsenal Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Ruth Beck
• Tom Lloyd
• Ryan Youngblood
• Dr Andrew Mitchell

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

9,421

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

4.9 / 5

57 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 74 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

90

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

77

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