Colney Talk Podcast
Colney Talk podcast aims to bring Arsenal fans together with the intent to listen as I discuss weekly games highlighting top 3 players and the "other" player who is called out for lacking or not up to the expected standards of Arsenal's style of play. This byte size podcast hopes to create positive discussion with simple review of players' performance post-match. Take a listen.
Colney Talk Podcast
UEFA UCL RD 16 Leg 1: PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal
Arsenal surprised us all with a historic masterclass, thrashing PSV Eindhoven 7-1 in the Champions League round of 16, marking their largest-ever away win in European competition. The Gunners’ blistering attack and tactical precision left the Philips Stadion stunned, securing a commanding advantage ahead of the second leg.
PSV briefly threatened to gain some ground after a converted penalty. But Arsenal’s response was ferocious. Ethan Nwaneri joined the blitz-party with a thunderous strike, following the lead from Timber's header. Mikel Merino, capped the first-half rout by pouncing on a defensive error to slot his home.
Second half Arsenal shifted gears, Ødegaard netting a brace—including a 25-yard rocket—and Leandro Trossard tapping in a rebound. Calafiori added the seventh, while PSV’s Ivan Perisic rattled the woodwork in a rare moment of defiance. Myles Lewis-Skelly’s aggressive tackle earned a yellow, a reminder of the fine line between intensity and recklessness. I'm sure you have a number of players that fit your top 3 performers - as a collective, a number of picks would fit. While Arsenal’s attack dazzled, defensive lapses—like Partey’s penalty concession—highlights head scratchers. Yet, seven goals, teenagers involved, and a record-breaking night? That's vintage Arsenal. Tune in for to this byte-size breakdown. Share this episode and join the debate. Let's enjoy this win thoroughly! The Emirates awaits the second leg. This is the Arsenal. On to the next. 🔴 Come on you Gunners!!