The Loose Cannon Podcast

Four at Spurs: A Statement Derby Win That Shook North London

Four goals at Tottenham — two from Viktor Gyökeres and two from Eberechi Eze — produced a statement 4–1 derby that moved us five points clear at the top. It wasn’t lucky: composed possession, ruthless finishing and a rock-solid reset after Spurs’ equaliser defined the night.Historic margins, momentum for the title race and a clear sense of control on the pitch make this more than bragging rights; it’s a warning to the rest of the league as we head into a crucial run of fixtures.

Sleet, Slips, and a Two-Goal Lead Gone: Arsenal’s Wolves Gut Punch

What looked like a routine three points turned into a nightmare: Saka’s smart finish and an early second-half strike — briefly awarded to Hincapié — had Arsenal in charge, only for Hugo Bueno to spark a comeback and a cruel stoppage-time own goal off Riccardo Calafiori to make it 2–2. Dominance faded as poor tempo, stoppage interruptions and a moment of hesitation cost the Gunners dearly.Beyond the heartbreak is a lesson: title contenders must finish games. With a north London derby, Chelsea and Brighton waiting, Arsenal have no time to dwell — this result is a warning to be sharper, tougher and more clinical when the pressure arrives.

Arsenal 4–0 Wigan: Four Goals Before the Raincoats Dried

Sunday at the Emirates: Arsenal dismantled Wigan 4-0, scoring four times inside the opening 30 minutes to reach the FA Cup fifth round for the first time since 2020. Clinical finishing, smart rotation and Kepa’s assured handling combined to make the tie over early.The second half became a controlled cruise and a glimpse of the future as 16‑year‑old Marli Salmon made a composed home debut. A dominant, professional performance that underlined squad depth and real momentum heading into February.

Brentford Away: Long Throws, Late Chances, and Staying Four Points Clear

A tense, scrappy 1–1 at the Gtech Community Stadium saw Arsenal go ahead through Noni Madueke before conceding to a Brentford long throw, leaving fans breathing a sigh of relief rather than celebration. The first half offered little quality, and it took Martin Ødegaard’s introduction to steady the side and create the only real attacking moments.Despite late chances—Gabriel Martinelli forced a superb save—Arsenal had to settle for a draw in a hostile away ground. The result still keeps them four points clear at the top: an imperfect but valuable point in a gruelling title race, with clear lessons on defending set-piece throws and converting late chances.

Arsenal 3–0 Sunderland: Zubi Gyo Gyo

Arsenal made it four straight league wins with a 3–0 victory over Sunderland: Zubimendi’s low, skidding strike broke a tense first half, and substitute Viktor Gyökeres struck twice to finish the game. Sunderland competed fiercely early on, but Arsenal’s control, depth and defensive discipline — another clean sheet — proved decisive.That result sends Arsenal nine points clear overnight, highlights their squad strength and defensive solidity, and sets the tone ahead of a busy stretch of fixtures.

Havertz Breaks Chelsea Hearts as Arsenal March to Wembley

On a rain-soaked night at the Emirates, Arsenal ground out a tense 1–0 win (4–2 on aggregate) over Chelsea to reach the Carabao Cup final. The match never opened up, with both sides cautious and the pitch making football difficult — until the dying moments.Deep into stoppage time Kai Havertz, calm and clinical, finished a swift counter after Arsenal won the ball, sealing a patient, disciplined victory and sending the Gunners to Wembley.

Zinchenko Leaves Arsenal for Ajax: A Quiet Goodbye to a Big Personality

Oleksandr Zinchenko has left Arsenal to join Ajax on a permanent deal after his loan at Nottingham Forest was ended by mutual consent — a calm, sensible move that feels right for all involved.Having made 91 appearances for Arsenal, won a title, and brought leadership and a possession-first style, Zinchenko now heads to Amsterdam for a reset where his intelligence on the ball and experience can flourish.

Seven Clear at the Summit: Arsenal Silence Elland Road

Saturday night at Elland Road began with a scare as Bukayo Saka pulled up in the warm-up and Noni Madueke was thrown into the spotlight — and he delivered. Arsenal settled into a controlled, ruthless performance: Zubimendi’s header, an own goal from a scramble, a Gyökeres finish after Ødegaard’s pass, and a late Gabriel Jesus strike sealed a 4–0 win that left Leeds deflated and the Gunners seven points clear.The result underlines Arsenal’s momentum — five away wins in January, a set-piece edge that keeps punishing opponents, and growing individual form — and sends them into a busy week with confidence: a Carabao Cup semi-final second leg and more Premier League tests ahead.