Former @GoonerFanzine editor (2000-2020), now writes on Substack about Arsenal.
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Games 9-12 took place over the course of Sunday in North America.
This is a very personal take on the World Cup 2026 experience - in absentia, as these academic types might say.
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The World Cup continued with four matches in a span of 11 hours, some surprises and some quality goals. Eight down, just the 96 to go.
I may already be footballed out…
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Onto the second day of matches and my thoughts from Canada’s and USA’s opening matches. Were Arsenal a little hasty in deciding to part with Folarin Balogun?
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The games have begun, and the 3am kick off in the UK was a belter. Thoughts on Day 1 of the finals viewed through a screen thousands of miles away. Verdict - studio pundits pointless.
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I’m relaying my take on the 2026 World Cup Finals in USA/Mexico/Canada over the next 5 or so weeks. Mainly (and possibly exclusively) from the comfort of my armchair. Here’s the intro piece…
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As an appetiser ahead of some regular pieces from me on my Substack column as the 2026 World Cup Finals progress, here’s a review of a three volume set which is comprehensive to say the least.
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The ‘Old Git Gooners Podcast’ records once a fortnight with a rotating panel of guests. Episode 19 has Kevin Whitcher hosting @MikeFrancis04, Charlie Ashmore & @timpayton to discuss the Champions League Final & the numbers at the Parade the following day.
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The ‘Old Git Gooners Podcast’ records once a fortnight with a rotating panel of guests. Episode 19 is an end of season special reflecting on the Champions League Final, the incredible numbers at Parade the day after & what lies ahead next season.
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Arsenal were heroic against the odds in Budapest last night. Yes, they could been more aggressive, but that could have ended badly. It came down to penalties & their luck ran out. After their European campaign they deserved more. As for the officiating...
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A few thoughts and reflections looking ahead to tonight's Champions League Final, written on my Friday evening flight to Vienna (and I'm on a Saturday morning bus to Budapest as I tweet this!)
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It was a day of relaxed celebration. Sunshine, beer, chanting, zero tension and, eventually a trophy lift. It's been a long wait for one of the two major prizes. Hopefully just a six day wait until the next!
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The ‘Old Git Gooners Podcast’ records once a fortnight with a rotating panel of guests. Episode 18 has Kevin Whitcher hosting @phlwll, Peter Le Beau & @simonmusicmaps to discuss Arsenal’s title win and the forthcoming Champions League Final in Budapest.
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Old Git Gooners Podcast #18 – 21st May 2026 - Arsenal Win Premier League! youtu.be/6GuVnoN3IT8?si=l0v8… via @YouTube
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Rather strangely, although the results table on Manchester City's 2025-26 season Wikipedia page has been updated, for some reason last night's game at the Vitality is not mentioned in the text.
Any ideas why? 🤔
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In a night of celebration, we learned something new...
Spinal Tap bass player Derek Smalls is a Gooner!
Who'd have thought it?
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And breathe... Reflections on a season that has taken its toll on the emotional stability of many a Gooner and has ended in triumph.
The Champions League Final now feels like a cherry on the top as we look forward to a day of celebration on Sunday.
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Another one goal victory, more shredded nerves, but critically 3 points. All eyes on Bournemouth now, but chances are Mikel Arteta's team will need to win at Palace to secure the title. Why do we make it so hard for ourselves? Seems to be the Arsenal way.
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It was a mixture of hope, ecstasy, despair, frustration, anger, bewilderment, anxiety, relief & countless other emotions. To think there is a waiting list to pay for this psychological torture. Ladies & gents, welcome to the world of supporting Arsenal FC.
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The ‘Old Git Gooners Podcast’ returns after a 3 week break. Episode 17 has Kevin Whitcher hosting Tony Madden, Ian Henry & Basti Wocker to discuss recent & forthcoming Arsenal related events.
Listen - arsenalmusings.substack.com/…
Watch - youtu.be/9EB2xs9aFTs
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It was a night to remember at the Emirates as Arsenal produced an impressive performance to beat Diego Simeone's side by one goal. The defence held firm, and the game descended into injury time chaos as Atletico lost their heads on and off the pitch.
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