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    Arteta To Sign NEW DEAL! Hurzeler's Bizarre Radio Appearance, Saka Hate Worsens - Arsenal News Show

    2026/09/23 | 59 mins.
    MIKEL ARTETA IS SET TO SIGN A NEW ARSENAL CONTRACT! Huge news for the Gunners as the Premier League-winning manager prepares to extend his stay at the Emirates Stadium. Meanwhile, Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler's bizarre radio appearance has raised eyebrows following Arsenal's 3-0 defeat, and the criticism directed at Bukayo Saka continues to intensify. In today's episode of The Arsenal News Show, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton breaks down the latest developments surrounding Arteta's future and what a new contract could mean for the next chapter of Arsenal's development. We also discuss Hürzeler's extraordinary radio appearance following Brighton's victory over Arsenal. What did the Brighton manager have to say, and why has his appearance become such a talking point? Plus, the debate surrounding Bukayo Saka is getting increasingly heated. We examine the growing criticism of Arsenal's star winger, whether his performances justify the reaction and why it's important to distinguish legitimate analysis from excessive negativity. With Arsenal looking to respond to their Brighton defeat, there's plenty to discuss about the manager, the players and the direction of the club. 🔴 Topics covered today: Mikel Arteta set to sign a new Arsenal contract What Arteta's extension means for the Gunners Arsenal's long-term plans under Arteta Fabian Hürzeler's bizarre radio appearance Brighton 3-0 Arsenal fallout Bukayo Saka criticism intensifies Is the reaction to Saka going too far? Analysing Saka's performances fairly Arsenal's response to the Brighton defeat Latest Arsenal news 💬 Let me know in the comments: How important is Arteta's new contract, what did you make of Hürzeler's radio appearance, and has the criticism of Saka gone too far? 👍 Like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest Arsenal news, analysis and discussion. 🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheGoonerTalk 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomcantonmedia/ #Arsenal #AFC #MikelArteta #BukayoSaka #FabianHurzeler #ArsenalNews #PremierLeague #TheArsenalNewsShow #TheGoonerTalk #coyg0:00 Intro 2:23 Arsenal win in WUCL 3:12 Hurzeler 5:58 Bukayo Saka criticism 13:22 Mikel Arteta signs da ting! 17:11 Q&A Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    Mikel Arteta AGREES To Extend Arsenal Stay! The Best Signing We Could Make! ft Clive

    2026/09/22 | 48 mins.
    MIKEL ARTETA AGREES TO EXTEND HIS ARSENAL STAY! Huge news for the Gunners as the manager reportedly reaches an agreement to remain at the Emirates Stadium — and could this be the best signing Arsenal could possibly make? In today's special episode of The Gooner Talk, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton is joined by Clive Palmer to discuss Arteta's future, the significance of his reported agreement and what it means for the next chapter of Arsenal's development. Having guided Arsenal to their first Premier League title in 22 years and a Champions League final, Arteta has transformed expectations at the club. But with the recent 3-0 defeat at Brighton prompting criticism, his potential contract extension also raises some fascinating questions about the future. Tom and Clive discuss the importance of stability, Arteta's relationship with the players, the backing of the Arsenal hierarchy and the improvements still required to take this team even further. Is securing Arteta's long-term future more important than any new player signing? And what should Arsenal's ambitions be over the coming seasons? 🔴 Topics covered: - Mikel Arteta reportedly agrees to extend his Arsenal stay - What the new agreement could mean for Arsenal - Why keeping Arteta could be Arsenal's biggest signing - Arteta's achievements and the transformation of the club - The importance of long-term stability - Arsenal's response to the Brighton defeat - The improvements Arteta still needs to make - The next chapter of Arsenal's development - Andrea Berta and Arsenal's transfer strategy - The future of the Gunners under Arteta 💬 Let us know in the comments: Is extending Arteta's contract the best signing Arsenal could make? What do you want him to achieve over the next few years? 👍 Like, subscribe and turn on notifications for more Arsenal news, transfer updates and discussions. 🔗 All The Gooner Talk links: https://linktr.ee/TheGoonerTalk 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomcantonmedia/ #Arsenal #MikelArteta #ArtetaContract #ArsenalNews #TheGoonerTalk #PremierLeague #COYG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    Declan Rice Exit Explained, Second Injury, Dowman Chance & Fixture Changes - Arsenal News Show

    2026/09/22 | 36 mins.
    Declan Rice's England exit has been explained as Arsenal receive an important update on the midfielder, while another Gunners player has suffered an injury amid concerns over Mikel Arteta's options.

    In today's episode of The Arsenal News Show, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton breaks down the latest surrounding Rice and why he has left the England camp, what it means for Arsenal and whether supporters should be concerned about his availability.

    There's also another injury to discuss as Arteta's options are tested once again. With Arsenal already managing fitness issues across the squad, we assess the latest problem and what it could mean when club football returns.

    Could that open the door for Max Dowman? After another dazzling display against Ipswich, the Arsenal wonderkid continues to push for opportunities and we discuss whether the teenager could now be handed a bigger role.

    Plus, there have been fixture changes for Arsenal, so we run through the latest alterations to the schedule and what they mean for the Gunners during a busy period of the season.

    🔴 Topics covered today:

    Declan Rice England exit explained
    Latest Declan Rice fitness news
    Another Arsenal player injured
    Arsenal's growing injury concerns
    Mikel Arteta's squad options
    Max Dowman opportunity
    Could Dowman get more first-team minutes?
    Arsenal fixture changes
    Latest Arsenal schedule
    Latest Arsenal news

    📢 Let me know in the comments — how concerned are you about Arsenal's latest injury news, and should Dowman now be given more first-team opportunities?

    👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest Arsenal news, injury updates and analysis.

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    #Arsenal #AFC #DeclanRice #MaxDowman #MikelArteta #ArsenalInjuries #ArsenalNews #England #PremierLeague #TheArsenalNewsShow #TheGoonerTalk #coyg

    0:00 Intro
    1:53 New 5pm International Break Show
    2:53 Fixture changes
    4:25 Max Dowman chance
    5:40 Marli Salmon injury
    6:40 Declan Rice out of England squad
    10:04 Q&A
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    Arsenal Quality Should Not Be Forgotten! Fighting The Negativity & Telling the Truth - ft Dan Potts

    2026/09/21 | 1h 10 mins.
    One bad result does not suddenly make Arsenal a bad team. After the 3-0 defeat at Brighton sparked a wave of criticism and negativity, Dan Potts joins Tom Canton to take a wider look at Mikel Arteta's side and remember just how much quality this Arsenal squad possesses.

    It's important to analyse what went wrong at the Amex, but it's equally important not to allow one performance to completely rewrite the story of this team.

    In this Arsenal discussion, Tom and Dan look beyond the immediate reaction to Brighton and assess the bigger picture. The Gunners are reigning Premier League champions, have assembled a squad packed with quality and have repeatedly demonstrated their ability to respond to setbacks under Arteta.

    We discuss where criticism is justified, where the reaction has gone too far and why football conversations can so quickly swing from extreme positivity to extreme negativity.

    There are problems for Arteta to solve — but there are also plenty of reasons to remain confident in what this Arsenal team can achieve.

    🔴 Topics covered:

    Arsenal's quality should not be forgotten
    Brighton 3-0 Arsenal fallout
    Has the reaction become too negative?
    Separating criticism from overreaction
    Remembering how good Arsenal are
    Mikel Arteta's squad quality
    Arsenal's biggest strengths
    Players who can make the difference
    Responding to setbacks
    The bigger picture for the Gunners

    📢 Let me know in the comments — has the reaction to Brighton gone too far, and what gives you the most confidence about this Arsenal side?

    👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest Arsenal discussions, news and analysis.

    🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheGoonerTalk
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomcantonmedia?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

    #Arsenal #AFC #MikelArteta #DanPotts #ArsenalNews #ArsenalDiscussion #PremierLeague #Gunners #TheGoonerTalk #COYG
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    Man City Benefit From Pro Ref Error AGAIN?! Silence Broken after Brighton Defeat - Arsenal News Show

    2026/09/21 | 48 mins.
    Here was the legal case I was talking about: https://www.nelsonslaw.co.uk/retweet-defamation/

    Manchester City benefit from another refereeing error AGAIN?! Premier League officiating is back under the microscope following City's dramatic 5-3 victory over Sunderland, while an Arsenal star has broken their silence following the Gunners' damaging 3-0 defeat at Brighton.

    In today's episode of The Arsenal News Show, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton examines the latest refereeing controversy involving Manchester City and why questions over consistency continue to dominate the Premier League conversation.

    After Arsenal's own frustrations with officials in recent weeks, another controversial incident has sparked debate over the decisions being made by professional referees and the impact they could have across the season.

    We also return to Arsenal's disappointing defeat at the Amex as one of the Gunners' stars speaks publicly about what happened. What does the response tell us about the mood inside the squad, and how quickly can Mikel Arteta's side put the result behind them?

    Plus, we look at the wider fallout from the weekend and what Arsenal need to do next after suffering their biggest setback of the new campaign.

    🔴 Topics covered today:

    Manchester City refereeing controversy
    Man City beat Sunderland 5-3
    Did City benefit from another referee error?
    Premier League officiating questioned
    Arsenal star breaks silence
    Brighton 3-0 Arsenal fallout
    Reaction inside the Arsenal squad
    Mikel Arteta's response
    What Arsenal need to change
    Latest Arsenal news

    📢 Let me know in the comments — what did you make of the latest refereeing controversy, and how concerned are you after Arsenal's defeat at Brighton?

    👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest Arsenal news, reaction and analysis.

    🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheGoonerTalk
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomcantonmedia?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

    #Arsenal #AFC #ManCity #ManchesterCity #MikelArteta #BrightonArsenal #PremierLeague #Referee #ArsenalNews #TheArsenalNewsShow #TheGoonerTalk #coyg

    0:00 Intro
    3:07 Jurrien Timber responds
    4:17 Premier League round-up
    8:30 Marc Guehi handball
    10:51 Elliot Anderson handball
    16:35 Q&A
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About The Gooner Talk
The Gooner Talk is an Arsenal-specific channel focusing on post-match reaction shows, podcasts, transfer target breakdowns and ultimately level-headed chat about our beloved club. This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Tom Canton. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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