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    Chelsea Buyout, Gabriel Red Card Verdict, JJ Gabriel Links & Madueke Mystery - Arsenal News Show

    17/09/2026 | 27 mins.
    There's plenty to unpack in the latest Arsenal news as we discuss a potential Chelsea buyout, get a verdict on the controversial Gabriel Magalhães red-card debate, assess fresh JJ Gabriel links and try to get to the bottom of the mystery surrounding Noni Madueke.

    In today's episode of The Arsenal News Show, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton breaks down the biggest stories surrounding Mikel Arteta's Premier League champions.

    After the controversy surrounding Gabriel, we now have a verdict on whether the Arsenal defender should have been sent off. We look at the incident again, what the assessment tells us and the wider refereeing debate that has followed Arsenal in recent weeks.

    There's also fresh transfer discussion with JJ Gabriel linked with Arsenal, while developments involving Chelsea provide another major talking point. Plus, we look into the situation surrounding Madueke and attempt to explain exactly what is going on.

    🔴 Topics covered today:

    Chelsea buyout latest
    Gabriel Magalhães red-card verdict
    Should Gabriel have been sent off?
    Arsenal refereeing debate continues
    JJ Gabriel linked with Arsenal
    Latest Arsenal transfer news
    Noni Madueke mystery explained
    Mikel Arteta's squad
    Latest Arsenal team news
    Arsenal's next Premier League challenge

    📢 Let me know in the comments — what did you make of the Gabriel verdict, and would you like to see JJ Gabriel at Arsenal?

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    #Arsenal #AFC #GabrielMagalhaes #JJGabriel #NoniMadueke #Chelsea #MikelArteta #ArsenalTransfers #ArsenalNews #TheArsenalNewsShow #coyg

    0:00 Intro
    3:07 League Cup Round-up and draw
    5:16 Noni Madueke
    6:32 Chelsea buyout
    8:29 JJ Gabriel
    10:12 Gabriel red card debate OVER
    11:20 Q&A
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    Ipswich 2-4 Arsenal Raw Reaction - Dowman Dazzles, Salmon Steps Up, Gyokeres & Eze Worry

    16/09/2026 | 44 mins.
    ARSENAL WIN 4-2 AT IPSWICH! The Gunners progress after an entertaining six-goal encounter as Max Dowman dazzles, Andre Salmon steps up and Mikel Arteta's side get the job done — but there are concerns surrounding Viktor Gyökeres and Eberechi Eze.

    In this Arsenal match reaction, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton gives his immediate thoughts after the final whistle and breaks down the biggest talking points from a fascinating night at Portman Road.

    Dowman once again showed exactly why there is so much excitement surrounding his future with another eye-catching display, while Salmon took his opportunity to make an impression in the first team.

    However, it wasn't a completely comfortable evening for Arsenal. We discuss the concerns surrounding Gyökeres and Eze, what their performances mean going forward and some of the defensive issues that allowed Ipswich to score twice.

    With Arteta rotating his squad and handing opportunities to some of Arsenal's younger players, there was plenty to learn despite the chaotic nature of the game.

    🔴 Topics covered:

    Ipswich 2-4 Arsenal raw reaction
    Arsenal progress after six-goal thriller
    Max Dowman dazzles
    Andre Salmon steps up
    Viktor Gyökeres concern
    Eberechi Eze worry
    Arsenal's young players impress
    Mikel Arteta's rotation
    Defensive concerns
    Biggest winners and losers from the night

    📢 Let me know in the comments — how impressed were you with Dowman, and are you concerned about Gyökeres and Eze?

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    #Arsenal #AFC #IpswichArsenal #MaxDowman #ViktorGyokeres #EberechiEze #MikelArteta #ArsenalReaction #TheGoonerTalk #coyg

    0:00 Intro
    2:05 Ipswich Town 2-4 Arsenal
    4:10 The line-up
    6:26 Max Dowman
    9:12 Marli Salmon
    11:17 Noni Madueke steps up
    12:32 Mikel Merino
    14:22 Eberechi Eze
    17:45 Viktor Gyokeres
    26:05 Mikel Arteta
    28:00 League Cup Round Up
    29:13 Q&A
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    Ben White & Others Missing From Training? Pro Ref Contacted & Ipswich Preview - Arsenal News Show

    15/09/2026 | 33 mins.
    Ben White and several other Arsenal players appear to be missing from training, raising questions over Mikel Arteta's options, while we've contacted a professional referee to get their verdict on the controversial decisions from Arsenal's win at Sunderland. Plus, we look ahead to the Gunners' clash with Ipswich Town.

    In today's episode of The Arsenal News Show, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton breaks down the latest footage from Arsenal training, who was spotted, who appears to be absent and whether there is any reason for concern.

    We also continue the discussion surrounding the officiating at the Stadium of Light. Rather than simply debating the incidents, we've contacted a professional referee to get an informed assessment of the major decisions and whether Arsenal were right to feel aggrieved.

    Plus, attention turns to Arsenal vs Ipswich Town as Arteta prepares his side for their next challenge. We discuss the latest team news, potential rotation, the players who could be given an opportunity and the key decisions facing the Arsenal boss.

    🔴 Topics covered today:

    Ben White missing from training?
    Other Arsenal players potentially absent
    Latest Arsenal fitness news
    Professional referee contacted
    Sunderland refereeing controversy
    Arsenal vs Ipswich preview
    Potential Arsenal rotation
    Predicted starting XI
    Players who could get an opportunity
    Latest Arsenal news

    📢 Let me know in the comments — what team would you start against Ipswich, and what do you expect the professional referee's verdict to be?

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

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    #Arsenal #AFC #BenWhite #IpswichTown #MikelArteta #ArsenalNews #ArsenalTraining #PremierLeague #TheArsenalNewsShow #TheGoonerTalk #coyg
    0:00 Intro
    1:44 Howard Webb called out
    3:17 Tribalism the main barrier
    6:48 Ben White worry
    9:23 Ipswich Town vs Arsenal
    13:34 Q&A
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    Man City Benefit After More Referee Errors, Mikel Arteta Awaits Apology - Arsenal News Show

    14/09/2026 | 40 mins.
    Mikel Arteta and Arsenal await answers — and potentially an apology — following the officiating controversy surrounding the Gunners' victory at Sunderland.

    In today's episode of The Arsenal News Show, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton takes a closer look at another weekend where Premier League refereeing decisions have dominated the conversation.

    Arsenal came away from the Stadium of Light with a 2-0 victory, but the performance of the officials left plenty of questions. We examine the major incidents, what the laws say and whether Arteta is right to expect clarity over the decisions that went against his side.

    Meanwhile, Manchester City beat Manchester United 1-0 and once again refereeing decisions are under the microscope. We discuss the controversial moments, whether City benefited and why consistency remains such a major issue for Premier League officials.

    With Arsenal and City competing at the top, every decision and every point could matter — making the standard and consistency of officiating increasingly important.

    🔴 Topics covered today:

    Manchester City benefit from referee controversy
    Man United 0-1 Man City reaction
    Latest Premier League refereeing errors
    Arsenal's Sunderland controversy
    Mikel Arteta awaits answers
    Could Arsenal receive an apology?
    Refereeing consistency questioned
    PGMOL under scrutiny
    Arsenal's position after another victory
    Latest Arsenal news

    📢 Let me know in the comments — are Premier League referees being consistent enough, and should Arteta expect an explanation after the Sunderland game?

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

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    #Arsenal #AFC #MikelArteta #ManCity #ManchesterCity #PGMOL #PremierLeague #ArsenalNews #Referee #TheArsenalNewsShow #coyg
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    Sunderland 0-2 Arsenal, David Raya & Bruno Guimaraes Heroics, Referee Nearly Ruins Brilliant Game!

    13/09/2026 | 54 mins.
    ARSENAL WIN 2-0 AT SUNDERLAND! The Premier League champions secure another massive three points as David Raya and Bruno Guimarães produce heroic performances, but a controversial refereeing display threatens to overshadow what was a brilliant Premier League contest.

    In today's Arsenal match reaction, Arsenal reporter Tom Canton breaks down the Gunners' victory at the Stadium of Light as Mikel Arteta's side continue their excellent start to the new campaign.

    We discuss a huge performance from Raya, the influence of Guimarães in midfield and how Arsenal managed a difficult away assignment following their midweek Champions League trip to Napoli.

    There's also plenty to discuss surrounding the officiating. A series of controversial decisions provided a major talking point on a night where two teams produced an intense and entertaining contest.

    Plus, we assess Arsenal's defensive resilience, another clean sheet and a weekend where Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham all dropped points.

    🔴 Topics covered:

    Sunderland 0-2 Arsenal reaction
    David Raya heroics
    Bruno Guimarães stars
    Arsenal secure another huge away win
    Refereeing controversy
    Mikel Arteta's tactics
    Another Arsenal clean sheet
    Sunderland's performance
    Liverpool, Chelsea & Spurs drop points
    What the result means for Arsenal

    📢 Let me know in the comments — who was YOUR Man of the Match, and what did you make of the referee's performance?

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

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    #Arsenal #AFC #SunderlandArsenal #DavidRaya #BrunoGuimaraes #MikelArteta #PremierLeague #ArsenalReaction #TheGoonerTalk #coyg

    0:00 Intro
    3:35 Sunderland 0-2 Arsenal
    5:03 The line-up
    6:38 Kai Havertz and missed chances
    8:30 John Brooks - Referee disaster
    15:50 David Raya heroics
    20:41 Bruno Guimaraes
    22:18 Bukayo Saka
    25:12 Mikel Arteta press conference
    29:27 As it stands
    31:13 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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