The Clock End Taproom

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Welcome to The Clock End Taproom, the Arsenal podcast where three mates get together to talk all things Arsenal over a virtual pint. From match reactions and tactical debates to transfer rumours, club news and memories from years gone by, no topic is off limits. Whether Arsenal have just won 5-0 or dropped points in the most frustrating way imaginable, you'll find honest opinions, passionate discussion and plenty of laughs along the way. We're not journalists, insiders or tactical gurus. Just Arsenal supporters who love talking about the club we can't stop thinking about. So pull up a chair

  1. 21h ago

    🚨 Emergency Pod: Bruno Guimarães Is a Gunner! | Vini Jr Says No

    🚨 EMERGENCY PODCAST! Bruno Guimarães is an Arsenal player! We jumped straight on to record a special edition of The Clock End Taproom after Arsenal completed the signing of Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United. How big a signing is this? Where does Bruno fit alongside Declan Rice? What does Arsenal's strongest midfield now look like? And after adding one of the Premier League's best midfielders, are Arsenal now favourites to win the title? We also discuss what the move says about Arsenal's position in the transfer market. Are we now at the point where Arsenal can simply go out and take some of the best players from their Premier League rivals? And while one huge transfer has gone Arsenal's way, another seemingly hasn't. Vinícius Jr has chosen to stay at Real Madrid rather than move to Arsenal. We react to that decision, ask whether Arsenal should be disappointed and discuss whether the club still needs to add a left winger. Plus: 🔴 Our immediate Bruno Guimarães reaction💰 Is he worth the money?⚽ Bruno + Rice: how does it work?🏆 Does this make Arsenal Premier League favourites?⚫⚪ What does losing Bruno mean for Newcastle?🌍 How big a statement is this for Arsenal?❌ Vini Jr chooses Real Madrid👀 Do Arsenal still need another major signing?One huge signing in. One superstar staying in Madrid. What does Arsenal's squad look like now? 🎙️ The Clock End Taproom — Arsenal discussion, transfer reaction and football debate. If you enjoy the show, please follow the podcast and leave us a rating/review. It makes a huge difference as we continue to grow the show.

  2. 2d ago

    Ep. 17 | Is FIFA Selling the World Cup? Gianni Infantino's Vision & Arsenal Transfer News

    Has Gianni Infantino changed football forever? In Episode 17 of The Clock End Taproom, we discuss FIFA's long-term vision for the World Cup and whether football's biggest tournament is at risk of losing its identity. Is the World Cup becoming more about commercial growth than sporting tradition, or is FIFA simply evolving the game for a global audience? We also round up the latest Arsenal transfer news, focusing on the club's outgoing business, what it means for Mikel Arteta's squad, and where Arsenal could still strengthen before the transfer window closes. ⚽ Is FIFA changing the World Cup forever?🌍 Has Gianni Infantino taken football in the right direction?💰 Is football becoming too commercial?🔴 The latest Arsenal outgoing transfer news📋 What Arsenal's transfer strategy means for the season ahead 💬 Would you rather see a smaller, more prestigious World Cup, or a bigger tournament with more nations involved? In this episode:

  3. 5d ago

    Ep. 16 | Chelsea's Punishment, Man City's 115 Charges & Arsenal Transfer Updates

    Chelsea's latest punishment has reignited one of football's biggest debates… What, if anything, does it tell us about Manchester City's ongoing case? In Episode 16 of The Clock End Taproom, we discuss the latest Arsenal transfer news surrounding Vinícius Jr and Bruno Guimarães before taking a deep dive into Chelsea's sanctions, the differences between Chelsea's case and Manchester City's, and what it could mean for the future of the Premier League. Chelsea's penalties followed self-reported historical breaches and cooperation with investigators, while City's case remains unresolved and strongly contested by the club. We also ask: Is Vinícius Jr still a realistic target?What's the latest on Bruno Guimarães?Should Chelsea's punishment influence expectations for Manchester City?What would be a fair outcome if City are found to have breached the rules?

  4. Jul 30

    The History of Modern Arsenal #2 | The Fall of Wenger (2014–2018)

    The History of Modern Arsenal returns with Episode Two, as we explore the final years of Arsène Wenger's reign. After ending the nine-year trophy drought in dramatic fashion, Arsenal finally looked ready to compete at the very top once again. Mesut Özil and Alexis Sánchez had arrived, the financial constraints of the Emirates era were beginning to ease, and expectations were rising. Instead, the club entered one of the most divisive periods in its modern history. In this episode, we discuss Arsenal's FA Cup successes, Aaron Ramsey's iconic cup final winners, the record-breaking signings that signalled a new era, the 2015/16 Leicester City title race, growing tensions inside the boardroom, and how the relationship between Arsène Wenger and the Arsenal fanbase began to fracture. We also ask the difficult question: did Wenger's final years unfairly damage the legacy of the greatest manager in Arsenal history, or was change simply inevitable? Plus, we each reveal our Defining Player of the Era, choosing the individual who best represents Arsenal between 2014 and 2018. Whether you lived through every moment or are discovering this period for the first time, this is the story of how one of football's greatest managerial reigns came to an end.

  5. Jul 28

    Ep. 14 | Can Arsenal REALLY Sign Vinícius Jr?

    One David Ornstein update was all it took to send Arsenal fans into meltdown... Could Arsenal really sign Vinícius Jr? In Episode 13 of The Clock End Taproom, we discuss the links to one of the world's elite players, whether a deal of around £160 million and wages exceeding £400,000 per week would ever make sense, and how Mikel Arteta could fit him into his side. We also dive into Arsenal's interest in Bruno Guimarães, debate whether he'd immediately start alongside Declan Rice, discuss the lack of outgoing transfers, Ethan Nwaneri's future, and ask whether Arsenal actually need another signing to be favourites for the Premier League. 🔴 Vinícius Jr to Arsenal – realistic or impossible?💰 Is he worth the money?⚽ How would Arsenal line up?⭐ Bruno Guimarães latest📤 Outgoings and Ethan Nwaneri🏆 Are Arsenal already favourites for the title? If you enjoy the podcast, please follow us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and leave us a rating—it really helps the show grow. The Clock End Taproom — Three mates. One club. Endless opinions. In this episode

  6. Jul 23

    Ep. 13 | Arsenal Transfer Special | Morgan Rogers Regrets, Vini Jr Dreams & What's Next?

    This is Part Two of our previous episode. Our England World Cup debrief ran much longer than planned, so we've split it into two episodes. If you missed Episode 12, make sure you go back and give it a listen. In Episode 13, we're back where we belong—talking Arsenal. Did Arsenal make a mistake by not pushing harder for Morgan Rogers? Should the club still be looking to strengthen on the left wing? Could Vinícius Júnior ever become a realistic target? And, after an already busy summer, what would actually make this a successful transfer window for Mikel Arteta? 🔴 Did Arsenal miss out on Morgan Rogers?⚪ Who should Arsenal target at left wing?⭐ Is Vinícius Júnior the dream signing?📋 What would a successful transfer window look like?💰 Which areas of the squad still need strengthening? If you enjoy the show, please follow us on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a rating—it really helps us reach more Arsenal supporters. The Clock End Taproom — Three mates. One club. Endless opinions. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. In this episode:

  7. Jul 21

    Ep. 12 | "Fire Tuchel Immediately!" | England's World Cup Disaster Debrief

    England's World Cup campaign is over—but where did it all go wrong? In Episode 12 of The Clock End Taproom, we take an honest look at England's semi-final exit and ask the difficult questions surrounding Thomas Tuchel's start as England manager. One member of the panel goes as far as saying: "Fire Tuchel immediately." Is that a complete overreaction, or are England's tactical issues, lack of identity and decision-making already major concerns? We also discuss whether England should always have an English manager, question the decision to leave Bukayo Saka on the bench in the biggest game of the tournament, and round off the World Cup by looking back at the final and the tournament as a whole. 🏴 England's World Cup exit debrief🔥 Should Thomas Tuchel already be under pressure?🧠 England's tactical problems and lack of identity🇬🇧 Should England always have an English manager?🔴 Why didn't Bukayo Saka feature in the semi-final?🏆 World Cup Final review⭐ Our final thoughts on the tournament If you've enjoyed listening, please follow the podcast, leave us a rating and share the show. Every follow and review helps us reach more Arsenal and football fans. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. 🍺⚽ In this episode:

  8. Jul 16

    The History of Modern Arsenal #1 | Did the Emirates Cost Arsenal a Decade of Success?

    Welcome to the very first episode of The History of Modern Arsenal, our brand-new series exploring the defining moments that have shaped Arsenal Football Club over the last two decades. We begin where modern Arsenal began: the move from Highbury to the Emirates Stadium. Was the eight-year trophy drought simply the inevitable cost of securing Arsenal's future? Or should one of the greatest managers in football history have achieved far more? In this episode, we look back at one of the most debated periods in the club's history, discussing: Why Arsenal left HighburyThe financial reality behind the Emirates move"Fourth Place is a Trophy" – myth or necessity?The exodus of Henry, Fàbregas, Van Persie and other starsEduardo's devastating injury and the 2007/08 title collapseThe changing atmosphere at the EmiratesWenger's youth revolutionThe signings of Mikel Arteta and Per Mertesacker and how they helped shape Arsenal's futureWhether Arsenal became too accepting of mediocrity during the trophy droughtWe also introduce a brand-new recurring feature, Defining Player of the Era, as we each debate which player best represents Arsenal between 2006 and the 2014 FA Cup triumph. Was it Cesc Fàbregas? Robin van Persie? Aaron Ramsey? Or is Arsène Wenger himself the defining figure of the era? This is just the beginning of our journey through The History of Modern Arsenal, with future episodes covering the final years of Wenger, life after Wenger, the Arteta rebuild and Arsenal's return to challenging for the biggest honours. If you enjoy the episode, be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss the next chapter.

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Welcome to The Clock End Taproom, the Arsenal podcast where three mates get together to talk all things Arsenal over a virtual pint. From match reactions and tactical debates to transfer rumours, club news and memories from years gone by, no topic is off limits. Whether Arsenal have just won 5-0 or dropped points in the most frustrating way imaginable, you'll find honest opinions, passionate discussion and plenty of laughs along the way. We're not journalists, insiders or tactical gurus. Just Arsenal supporters who love talking about the club we can't stop thinking about. So pull up a chair

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    The Clock End Taproom
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    19
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