Episode 2614: The Slag Heaps Of Islington
Unai Emery could have been a local hero in a city somewhat further to the north, but the Fate that watches over Eddie Howe decreed otherwise. Now the Aston Villa Express is functioning perfectly – except for the brakes – while poor Dan Burn discovers that the revolution devours its children.
We discuss Arsenal’s latest collapse, Man City’s menacing new vibe and some of the initial remarks from Joan Laporta’s big Negreira press conference.
Jack Pitt-Brooke and Miguel Delaney join us to talk more about the weekend’s football. Have Arsenal blown it? How can we explain Brighton’s increasing success despite the talent drain they’ve had to deal with? And how does a club go from smart to stupid?
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