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Clayton and Mike bring you The Weekly Cannon Podcast. Two match going fans discussing the key talking points from each game every week. Subscribe now to become a part of the family. Previously The Arsenal BiteSize Podcast.

  1. JAN 26

    S4 E28 - Arsenal 2-3 Man United | Mentality, Entitlement & Hard Truths (Players, Arteta & Fans)

    Arsenal’s unbeaten home run is over. But this episode wasn’t about one mistake. We went deep into: • Entitlement vs earning the title • Mentality and subconscious belief patterns • How adversity changes decision-making • Structural attacking issues • Arteta’s influence and recent decisions • Holding elite players to elite standards • Raya positioning & refereeing moments • Saka’s responsibility • UCL vs Premier League suitability • And yes… the home support. If we want to win the Premier League, everyone has to raise their level - players, manager and crowd included. Arsenal’s unbeaten home run is over.But this episode wasn’t about one mistake.We went deep into:• Entitlement vs earning the title• Mentality and subconscious belief patterns• How adversity changes decision-making• Structural attacking issues• Arteta’s influence and recent decisions• Holding elite players to elite standards• Raya positioning & refereeing moments• Saka’s responsibility• UCL vs Premier League suitability• And yes… the home support.If we want to win the Premier League, everyone has to raise their level - players, manager and crowd included.Timestamps:00:00 Entitlement, mentality & home support17:06 Ødegaard & attacking structural issues25:30 Arteta’s options & coaching influence 43:45 Ref decisions & Raya positioning48:00 Saka responsibility50:38 Holding players to elite standards55:00 UCL vs Premier League suitability

    1h 3m

  2. JAN 12

    S4 E27 - Portsmouth 1-4 Arsenal | Martinelli Hat-Trick & Chelsea Semi-Final Preview

    Gabriel Martinelli’s first Arsenal hat-trick and a 4–1 comeback at Fratton Park – not a bad way to keep the quad dream alive. In today’s episode we break down the FA Cup win at Portsmouth and look ahead to Wednesday night’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg away at Chelsea. 🔴 Portsmouth 1–4 Arsenal • Early goal conceded & calm response • Set-piece dominance and repeat routines • Martinelli’s hat-trick and what’s changed for him • Madueke’s wild night – pen miss, two assists, constant threat • Minutes for Jesus, Havertz, Nwaneri, Lewis-Skelly & Salmon 🔵 Chelsea vs Arsenal preview • How seriously Arteta will take this semi-final • New-manager Chelsea & what to expect at Stamford Bridge • Predicted XI and key battles Recorded on Monday 12th January 2026. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5081062858555392

    1h 22m

  3. JAN 9

    S4 E26 - Arsenal Go Six Clear | Liverpool Reaction, Tactical Takeaways & Cup XI Predictions

    Arsenal and Liverpool played out a cagey 0–0 at the Emirates — but the bigger picture matters. Arsenal are now six points clear at the top, City dropped points again, and the next 10 days span four competitions. In this episode we break down: • What the 0–0 actually told us about Arsenal • Individual performances & tactical takeaways • The state of the title race after City’s slip • How Arsenal juggle four competitions in 10 days • Predicted XI and light preview for Portsmouth away 2 points dropped or not the end of the world? Recorded live on Friday 9th January 2026. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5081062858555392

    47 min

  4. JAN 5

    S4 E25 - Arsenal Are Setting the Pace | Title Race Context, Rice Dominance & Liverpool Preview

    Arsenal are six points clear, growing stronger, and setting the tempo of the title race — and this episode is a helicopter view of where things truly stand. In our first pod since December 22nd, we step back and assess Arsenal’s last three weeks across all competitions: • League Cup progress • League wins over Brighton, Aston Villa and Bournemouth • Manchester City dropping points • And why this version of Arsenal feels more complete We dive deep into Declan Rice’s level of influence, Ødegaard’s evolving role, striker options, squad depth, and how media narratives often miss the bigger picture. We finish by previewing Liverpool at the Emirates — a game Arsenal are expected to dominate — before taking live questions. Live pod recorded: Monday 5th January 2026 Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Where Arsenal are right now 03:10 – Three-week recap: Palace, Brighton, Villa, Bournemouth 08:45 – Title race context: City dropping points & momentum 13:40 – Why Arsenal feel stronger now (all competitions view) 22:26 – Ødegaard’s positional evolution & connections 24:48 – Declan Rice's performance levels 29:05 – Striker options & squad balance 35:00 – Ethan, Eze & Gyökeres: profiles & ceiling 38:00 – Media narratives & Dan Goodman discussion 44:07 – Liverpool preview: expectation vs reality 55:00 – Live Q&A

    59 min

  5. 12/22/2025

    S4 E24 - Top at Christmas, Sliding Doors & Title Control | Everton 0–1 Arsenal + Palace QF

    This was one of our most in-depth pods of the season. We start by discussing what it actually means to be top of the Premier League at Christmas – whether it matters, and how it shapes narrative rather than destiny. From there, we take a helicopter view of Everton 0–1 Arsenal, focusing on confidence, control, and a huge sliding doors moment with Trossard that could have completely changed the external perception of the performance. We then go deep on: • Ødegaard’s role, connections & why he drops deep• How players micromanage each other in possession • The knock-on impact on Zubimendi • Penalty incidents & officiating • The title race & Man City • A disagreement on Hincapié & defensive profiles • Gyökeres, Jesus & finishing patterns • David Raya’s distribution & intent We finish with a detailed Crystal Palace Carabao Cup quarter-final preview, knowing we won’t be podding again until after Bournemouth. A proper football conversation. 👍 Like, subscribe & join the discussion. Timestamps: 00:00 – What does “Top at Christmas” actually mean? 05:30 – Helicopter view of Everton win & confidence without data 09:40 – Sliding doors moment: Trossard chance & narrative shift 14:14 – Ødegaard: connections, combinations & dropping deep 22:14 – Penalty incidents & officiating discussion 25:14 – The title race & Man City context 30:00 – Hincapié debate: flaws vs Gabriel comparisons 35:11 – Gyökeres & Jesus: chances, penalty & areas to improve 49:42 – David Raya: distribution, calm & intent in possession 51:14 – Crystal Palace (Carabao Cup QF) deep preview

    1h 19m

  6. 12/18/2025

    S4 E23 - Everton vs Arsenal Preview | Team News, Tactics & Predictions | Can Arsenal Stay Top?

    Arsenal head to Everton’s new stadium with the chance to stay top of the Premier League at Christmas — but injuries and recent away form raise questions.🎙️ In this pod we cover:• Everton vs Arsenal tactical matchup• Ben White injury & defensive reshuffle• Odegaard & Trossard returns• Everton’s home form under Moyes• Score predictions & key battles📅 Premier League | Gameweek 17🏟️ Hill Dickinson Stadium👍 Like, subscribe & join the discussion🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5081062858555392

    33 min

  7. 12/15/2025

    S4 E22 - 90+4 WINNER! | Arsenal 2–1 Wolves Match Review | Late Chaos at the Emirates

    Arsenal survive late chaos to beat Wolves 2–1 at the Emirates — two own goals, a 90+4 winner and huge questions about game management.🔴 We’re LIVE breaking down:• The slow first half & second-half changes• Saka’s set-piece influence• Jesus vs Gyökeres debate• Late goals conceded — pattern or coincidence?• What this win means for the title race🕔 LIVE – Monday 15th December | 5PM UK👍 Like, subscribe & get involved in the chat🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5081062858555392

    1h 2m

  8. 12/08/2025

    S4 E21 - Aston Villa 2–1 Arsenal Reaction | Buendía Winner + Brugge Predicted XI

    Arsenal’s 18-match unbeaten run is over… and in the most brutal way possible.Mike & Clayton break down the 94th-minute heartbreak at Villa Park, where Buendía’s last-kick winner sealed a 2–1 loss after Trossard’s equaliser. We dive into: The actual performance behind the defeat Cash goal breakdown & defensive issues Timber–Hincapié chemistry Saka’s influence despite no goal Trossard’s third consecutive league goal Did Arteta get the subs right? Why the unbeaten run ending might not be the worst thing Early Brugge thoughts & our predicted XI for Wednesday Rotation Injury worries Next up: Club Brugge away - a win secures last-16 qualification. Timestamps: 3:54 – Match stats & general match summary 12:42 – Ødegaard domino effect 17:42 – Eze & Merino stinkers 29:42 – Title race & dropped points 36:31 – Gyökeres 52:00 – Brugge lineup prediction 1:00:45 – Arteta’s kryptonite... 🎧 Listen & subscribe now!🔔 SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGFYguboL4hRNuKXdO4d_DA?sub_confirmation=1 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🐦 Follow Us On Twitter: The Weekly Cannon: https://twitter.com/TheWeeklyCannonClayton: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Mike: https://twitter.com/FplMikeH ━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎧 Also listen on: Website: https://anchor.fm/the-arsenal-bitesize-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4du6I40B4n521kpwYKIi8C Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-arsenal-bitesize-podcast/id1631125358 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hMTA4NWQ4MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5081062858555392

    1h 5m
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Clayton and Mike bring you The Weekly Cannon Podcast. Two match going fans discussing the key talking points from each game every week. Subscribe now to become a part of the family. Previously The Arsenal BiteSize Podcast.

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    Clayton + Mike
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    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
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