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!

The Grove - An Arsenal Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 223 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts The Grove - An Arsenal Podcast, a sports show with 223 episodes published.

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  Episode #208

  208 | The Grove x Keith Hackett (Former Referee & PGMOL Head) Refereeing, VAR, ProRef & the State of the Game

  Sep 30, 20261h 49m

  Keith Hackett Interview — Refereeing, VAR, PGMOL/ProRef & the State of the Game Tabs and Ian (aka: @arsecannonpics) return during the international break with a very special guest: Keith Hackett , former Football League, Premier League and FIFA referee, FA Cup final official, and ex‑General Manager of PGMOL. One of the most experienced refereeing figures of his generation joins The Grove Podcast for a deep, honest and wide‑ranging conversation. We begin with the breaking news of the week, Manchester City found guilty of 114 charges, and discuss the scale of the verdict, the implications for the Premier League, the reaction inside football, and how supporters should process a scandal of this magnitude. Then Keith takes us through his extraordinary career: • Starting as a 16‑year‑old referee in Sheffield• Rising through the Football League• Running the line at the 1979 Arsenal–Manchester United FA Cup Final• Refereeing the 1981 FA Cup Final and replay• Officiating major international fixtures including Euro ’88 and the Olympics• The infamous 1990 Old Trafford melee between Arsenal and Manchester United• His years inside PGMOL and the push for professional refereeing and goal‑line technology Keith speaks candidly about refereeing culture, VAR, ProRef, accountability, communication, and how the modern game has drifted from the principles that once defined officiating. There are brilliant stories; from George Graham in the fog at Scarborough, to Emlyn Hughes at Anfield, to the realities of refereeing in an era before yellow cards. It’s insightful, honest, funny, and at times eye‑opening, a rare look into refereeing from someone who has seen every side of the profession. A special guest, a huge news week, and a deep dive into the state of officiating. 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 #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)

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  Episode #5

  TGP | After Review : GW5 Premier League 26/27

  Sep 21, 20261h 8mS2627

  GW5 After Review: Brentford expose Chelsea’s cracks, Spurs unravel in another brutal collapse, and Man City turn a chaotic shootout into another win. If you want a fun Premier League recap through an Arsenal lens, this is the one to hear. Tabs and Gianluca break down the weekend’s most revealing games, from Brentford’s ruthless 3-0 win over Chelsea to Tottenham’s first goal of the season turning into another misery-filled afternoon. They also unpack the madness at the Etihad, where Sunderland actually landed punches before City’s quality and chaos swallowed the game whole. You’ll discover: Why Chelsea’s expensive squad still looks strangely fragile The defensive details behind Brentford’s statement win How Tottenham keep finding new ways to stay broken Why Sunderland’s brave approach nearly worked against City What Man United’s late equaliser says about their deeper problems There’s also a debate over VAR calls, offside decisions, handball appeals, and that frustrating one-minute treatment rule that can swing a match for the wrong reasons. If you follow the Premier League closely, love a bit of schadenfreude, or just want some honest but a little one eyed reactions to the biggest talking points of the round, this episode delivers. Essential listening for Arsenal fans, and for anyone who wants to know which results actually matter before the table starts to spread. 01:57 — Brentford vs Chelsea 12:21 — Tottenham vs Aston Villa 22:47 — Everton vs Ipswich Town 27:51 — Newcastle United vs Hull City 31:37 — Nottingham Forest vs Coventry City 38:16 — Bournemouth vs Liverpool 43:34 — Leeds United vs Crystal Palace 45:01 — Manchester City vs Sunderland 55:20 — Fulham vs Manchester United 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 #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)

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  Episode #207

  207 | Brighton 3-0 Arsenal: A Reality Check & Perspective

  Sep 20, 202656 min

  Brighton Too Good & Arsenal Poor, We Take It on The Chin, Learn & Go Again Arsenal’s first loss of the season is one of those results that tells you everything and nothing at once. Brighton’s 3-0 win exposes real questions about Arsenal’s build-up, transition play, finishing, and set-piece threat - but it also shows just how relentless and organised Brighton can be when everything clicks. Tabs is joined by Ian (@ArseCannonPics) for a proper cathartic post-match debrief after a miserable afternoon at the Amex. They break down the lineup, the missed chances, the defensive lapses, and the moments where Arsenal looked one pass or one decision away from changing the game. If you’ve been wondering whether this was a one-off bad day or a warning sign, this conversation gets into the details that matter. How Brighton’s press disrupted Arsenal’s usual rhythm from the first throw-in Where Arsenal’s transition play broke down under pressure Why Havertz’s big miss summed up the afternoon What the stats actually say about Arsenal’s performance and Brighton’s execution Tabs - host of the Grove Podcast, steering the reaction, framing the tactical issues, and keeping the mood equal parts pained and pragmatic. Ian (@ArseCannonPics) - returning guest and Arsenal watcher, offering the sharpest reflections on the missed chances, Brighton’s press, and where Arsenal’s attacking shape fell short. Tabs and Ian also put the result into wider context, from Arsenal’s early-season form to the growing pressure on attacking players to find more cutting edge. They ask whether Brighton have exposed a blueprint other teams will try to copy, and whether Arsenal’s set-piece edge has quietly disappeared. It’s a frustrated but fair-minded post-match reaction, with plenty of honesty, some needed perspective, and a few laughs along the way, including the only real joy of the day, watching Spurs collapse before kick-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 #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)

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  Episode #206

  206 | Dowman Downs Ipswich, Brighton To Come

  Sep 16, 20261 hour

  Ipswich Away, Max Dowman Brilliance, Big Vik, Big Concerns & a Brighton Preview Max Dowman did not just score twice against Ipswich - he looked like he was born for this level. Tabs and Andy break down the 16-year-old's brace, the touch that sent a defender the wrong way, the off-ball work that had everyone talking, and why this might be the clearest sign yet that Arsenal have a genuine future star on their hands.But this episode is not only about one teenage sensation. Tabs and Andy also dig into the bigger picture from a fun 4-2 Carabao Cup win, including the strength of Arsenal's squad depth, the decision to rotate, and why this competition still matters for developing players who need minutes now.You'll discover: Why Dowman's first brace for the club feels bigger than a cup stat line What his positioning, confidence, and decision-making say about his ceiling Why Andy thinks his movement, pressing, and finishing are already far beyond typical 16-year-old standards How Miley Salmon, Bruno Guimaraes, and Mikel Merino impressed in a rotated side Why the performance of Victor Gyokeres has become one of the episode's most uncomfortable talking points Tabs and Andy do not shy away from the hard questions either. They get into whether Gyokeres is struggling with confidence, effort, or something deeper, and what Arsenal may have to do if they cannot quickly get him back to his best. They also compare him with players who can be limited technically but still terrify opponents, and ask what actually makes a striker useful when the goals are not flowing. Then the conversation turns to Brighton. With Arsenal chasing a perfect start, the pair look ahead to a tricky away trip, the injury situation, possible lineup calls, and why this might be the right moment to face a strong opponent that is missing key players. 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 #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)

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  Episode #4

  TGP | After Review : GW4 Premier League 26/27

  Sep 15, 20261h 7mS2627

  GW4 After Review: Manchester Derby VAR Controversy, Chelsea Can't Defend & Villa Score But Lose & Spurs STILL Goalless Tabs and Gianluca are back for Game Week 4 of The Grove Podcast's After Review show; the weekly Premier League roundup through an Arsenal lens. In this episode, Tabs and Gianluca break down the biggest talking points from the weekend, including the Manchester derby VAR decision, Chelsea’s defensive collapse, and Spurs’ alarming goal drought. They also touch on standout performances from Hull, Leeds, and Brighton, plus a quick Fantasy Premier League update. The episode also pulls in voice notes from other supporters, giving the review a wider league perspective while keeping the Arsenal lens front and centre. Key topics - The Manchester derby controversy, with Phil Foden’s red card and the oh so very wrong offside call for Erling Haaland’s goal - Manchester United still failed to do enough, even with Manchester City down to 10 men - Coventry’s red card against Brighton and how it swung a game that became much more one-sided afterward - Chelsea’s familiar pattern of scoring early and then collapsing defensively against Hull - Hull’s strong attacking numbers and why their unbeaten start looks more convincing than the table might suggest - Aston Villa’s struggles continuing after another defeat, this time to Nottingham Forest - Bournemouth and Brentford drawing again, with individual errors continuing to hurt Bournemouth - Spurs’ goal drought hitting historic levels, while Everton keep grinding out points - Liverpool’s frustrating 0-0 draw with Fulham despite heavy possession and a stacked attack - Crystal Palace’s worrying start and Ipswich’s growing confidence after another positive result - Leeds’ emphatic win over Newcastle and the case for them as an outside European challenger 00:00 - Tabs opens the Game Week 4 review and sets the Arsenal-led agenda 01:34 - Arsenal beat Sunderland and the post-match tension around the penalty 05:51 - The Manchester derby controversy begins at Old Trafford 11:09 - Foden’s red card and Bruno Fernandes’ role in the incident 13:03 - Why Haaland’s goal stood and why the VAR process was the real problem 15:46 - Accountability, old boys’ clubs, and how VAR could be restructured 19:27 - Why Manchester United still failed to take advantage of City going down to 10 22:36 - Coventry vs Brighton and the red card that changed the game 27:29 - Chelsea’s early goal, then the defensive collapse against Hull 29:50 - Hull’s attacking numbers and Chelsea’s long clean-sheet drought 30:52 - Aston Villa’s latest setback and Forest’s deserved win 34:47 - Bournemouth vs Brentford and the recurring issue of defensive mistakes 41:40 - Spurs vs Everton and the continuing goal drought at the new stadium 47:41 - Liverpool vs Fulham and Marcus’ voice note on the stalemate 52:31 - Palace vs Ipswich, the red card, and Ipswich’s strong start 55:03 - Leeds vs Newcastle and the late-night momentum swing at Elland Road 59:26 - Highlight and low light of the weekend from Tabs and Gianluca 62:24 - League table check-in, next week’s fixtures, and Fantasy Premier League updates 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 #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)

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