THE NORTH BANK - An Arsenal Podcast
Episodes
Ep. 237 - Premier League Season Review 25/26
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the Premier League season a wrap, we've decided to run through some of the key moments and components via our own post season awards. Who wa...
Crystal Palace 1 Arsenal 2 - INSTANT REACTION!
24 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stef & Holly were at Selhurst Park for the game but more importantly, the trophy lift. Well worth the wait... Enjoy!Please follow & rate where...
Ep. 236 - Party at the Palace
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With one more league game to play, and the pressure off, join Holly, Stef and Chris as we take a joyous look back at everything that has happened sinc...
Ep. 235 - It's Done
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Our very first podcast as champions. Wow, what a surreal 48 hours it has been. From tension against Burnley to elation at the Emirates 24 hours late...
ARSENAL PL CHAMPIONS 2025/26 - INSTANT REACTION!
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From Stef in Norfolk to Holly & Chris on the streets of North London and at the Emirates where thousands gathered to celebrate our title following...
Arsenal 1 Burnley 0 - INSTANT REACTION!
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If we're going to win this title, we're going to do it the hard way! Another nerve-wracking 1-0 win, this time against relegated Burnley. But ...
Ep. 234 - Burnley Preview
16 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A podcast to reflect my mind, a bit all over the place, ha. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we look ahead to Burnley on Monday. A win by any margin, or ...
Ep. 233 - West Ham Review (Phew!)
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How many more nerve shredding games will we have to endure before the end of the season? Hopefully that's it, City lose all their remaining games...
West Ham 0 Arsenal 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A far from convincing performance and possibly a lucky shout from VAR but we're three points closer to the PL title.Stef was at the London Stadium...
Ep. 232 - Madrid Review, West Ham Preview
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to start thinking, not of what we could lose, but what we could win? (Credit Tim Stillman) Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we bask in the glo...
Arsenal 1 Atletico Madrid 0 (2-1) - INSTANT REACTION!
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wow wow wow - What. A. Night. Budapest here we come!!!!Please enjoy, like, share etc. Thank you COYG!!!!!!!!!!!For exclusive access & content, jo...
Ep. 231 - Fulham Review, Atleti Preview
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Well that was much more like it - a sumptuous first half demolition of Fulham, just what the doctor ordered. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we bask in ...
Arsenal 3 Fulham 0 - INSTANT REACTION!
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join a hoarse-voiced Chris, a breathless Stef and a very smug Holly as we celebrate our convincing 3-0 win over Fulham. A superb first half display wa...
Ep. 230 - Madrid Fallout, Fulham Preview
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we take a more in-depth look back at the very creditable draw in Spain. We focus on tactics, player performance and, of...
Atleti 1 Arsenal 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are still unbeaten in the Champions League this season, and if we can maintain that for just two more games, it'll be a very enjoyable summer i...
Ep. 229 - Newcastle Review, Atletico Madrid Preview
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One down four to go! If they're all like the first one, I'm not sure we're all going to make it through, ha. That was tough. But a win is ...
Arsenal 1 Newcastle 0 - INSTANT REACTION!
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hardly a vintage performance from Arsenal in a nery 1-0 win at the Emirates today. But it's three vital points and we're back on top of the pi...
Ep. 228 - Arsenal v Newcastle Preview
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
So, the final stretch is here, five games to make history, to deliver a generational season. Can we do it? Will we do it? Join Holly and Stef as we at...
Ep. 227 - Man City v Arsenal Autopsy
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
So, how are we all feeling after Sunday? Proud? Frustrated? Despondent? Angry?Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we try to work through the whole array of...
Man City 2 Arsenal 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Our thoughts on the 2-1 defeat at the Etihad leaving us three points clear of City who have a game in hand.It's not over yet... is it?Join us for ...
Ep. 226 - Sporting Fallout, Man City Preview
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the 'title decider' looming into view, join Holly and Stef as we run through our options and our chances. Who will be available? How shou...
Arsenal 0 Sporting Lisbon 0 (1-0 agg.) - INSTANT REACTION!
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Champions League semi-final awaits, a second consecutive semi-final, for the first time in our history - this should be a time for celebration, but ...
Ep. 225 - Bournemouth Fallout, Sporting Preview
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Not the easiest podcast to record, lots of raw emotions still reverberating after yesterday's disappointing display and result. However, as they s...
INSTANT REACTION! Arsenal 1 Bournemouth 2
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An quick reaction pod after our potentially damaging home defeat to Bournemouth today. A chance to go 12 points clear and pile some pressure on City n...
Ep. 224 - Sporting Lisbon Review, Bournemouth Preview
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly a full month since we last kicked a ball in anger in the league we finally look ahead to our next league game, home to Bournemouth at lunchtime...
INSTANT REACTION! Sporting Lisbon 0 Arsenal 1
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At last, after what has felt like an eternity, we are back with a joyous instant reaction. Stef, from the stands in Portugal gives us all a taste of ...
Ep. 223 - Saints Review, Sporting Lisbon Preview
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Stef and Chris for a look back at our loss to Southampton in the FA Cup Quarter Final. We reflect on the manner of defeat and perhaps some famili...
INSTANT REACTION! Southampton 2 Arsenal 1
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A second disappointing result sees us drop out of both domestic cup competitions in quick succession. Join Holly and Chris in the warmth, with Stef at...
Ep. 222 - Saints FA Cup Quarter Final Preview
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The proper football is back, with Arsenal facing 3 games in 8 days in 3 different competitions. Join Holly and Stef as we look ahead to the first of t...
Ep. 221 - The North Bank Banter XI
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly and Stef as they, with the help of Producer Chris and all the Patreon members and social media followers pick The Arsenal Banter XI.Which p...
Ep. 220 - International Break Mailbag
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The North Bank's mailbag edition where we tackle some of the following questions: From the position we are currently in, if we win the ...
Ep. 219 - League Cup Final Fallout
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Not the result we were looking for, but we still have plenty to look forward to in what remains of this season. Join Holly and Stef as we look back on...
Ep. 218: Arsenal v Man City - League Cup Final Preview
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the chance of a first trophy in six years on Sunday, how are we all feeling? What could a win mean for this team, this fanbase? Join Holly and S...
Ep. 218 - Leverkusen Review, League Cup Final Preview
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the chance of a first trophy in six years on Sunday, how are we all feeling? What could a win mean for this team, this fanbase? Join Holly and St...
INSTANT REACTION! Arsenal 2 Bayer Leverkusen 0
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Safely through to the quarter finals of the Champions League where we'll face Sporting CP. Join Holly and Stef as we give our instant reactions to...
Ep. 217 - Everton Review, Leverkusen Preview
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A memorable, dramatic and euphoric late victory against Everton, enhanced, if possible, by another two dropped points for City, sees us open up a 9 po...
INSTANT REACTION! Arsenal 2 Everton 0
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Straight from the Emirates, catch Holly & Stef's breathless summary of the home game v Everton where we left it late to claim three vital points.T...
Ep. 216 - Leverkeusen Review, Everton Preview
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With our Champions League tie somewhat in the balance we take a more in depth look back at what went wrong, and what we need to improve upon for the...
Ep 215: Mansfield Review, Leverkeusen Preview
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly and Stef as we look back at the narrow 2-1 victory against Mansfield in the FA Cup. Does it matter that we didn't play particularly we...
Ep 214: Brighton fallout, Mansfield Preview
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Now that we've all calmed down a little, join Holly and Stef as we look at some of the key takeaways from the midweek action. Some serious topics...
INSTANT REACTION! Brighton 1 Arsenal 0
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wow wow wow. Not only did we win, but the pressure got to City and they dropped points at home to relegation threatened Forest.Join a very giddy Holly...
Ep. 213 - Chelsea Review, Brighton Preview
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We don't like to make things easy do we? How much are you enjoying this premier league campaign right now? Are you enjoying the rollercoaster of a...
Ep. 212 - Arsenal v Chelsea Preview
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal play in four different competitions in the month of March. How many will we still be left in by the time the 23rd rolls around? Will we have l...
Ep. 211 - Arsenal Smash Spurs!
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly and Stef for a more in depth look back at the thumping 4-1 win over that Middlesex lot. We talk through team selection, first half highligh...
Spurs 1 Arsenal 4 - INSTANT REACTION!
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wow, now that was an enjoyable way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Join Holly, Chris and a somewhat elated Stef (at the ground) as we record the first p...
Ep. 210 - Wolves Fallout, NLD Preview
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly and Stef as we take a deeper dive into the current state of the Arsenal team. We examine starting line-ups, Arteta's role, possible rea...
Wolves 2 Arsenal 2 - INSTANT REACTION!
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Well what a horror show that was! Join Holly, Chris and Stef again in the ground as we vent our frustrations at yet another insipid performance. Who ...
Arsenal 4 Wigan 0 - INSTANT REACTION! Plus Wolves Preview
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Just what the doctor ordered - a comfortable 4-0 home win to see us through to the next round of the FA Cup. Join Holly and Chris in the studio, plus ...
Brentford 1 Arsenal 1 - INSTANT REACTION! Plus Wigan Preview
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A tough assignment at Brentford sees us come away with a hard earned point. Sure, it could have been more, but we would have had little complaint had ...
Ep. 209 - Sunderland Review, Brentford Preview
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Despite the media narrative after the weekend's results, we are still 6 points ahead at the top of the league. Join Holly and Stef as we look back...
Arsenal 3 Sunderland 0 - INSTANT REACTION!
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Producer Chris who's rushed back from the game to hastily compile this instant reaction to our 3-0 win v Sunderland.The result suggests a com...
Ep. 208 - Chelsea Review, Sunderland Preview
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Another, more in depth, look back at a thoroughly enjoyable semi-final win over Chelsea. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we pick out our highlights fro...
Arsenal 1 Chelsea 0 (4-2 aggregate) - INSTANT REACTION!
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wemberlee Wemberlee, we're the famous Arsenal and we're off to Wemberlee! Now isn't that a great feeling! Join Holly and Chris, and, more importantly,...
Ep. 207 - Leeds Review, Chelsea Preview
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The games are coming thick and fast now - no sooner have we dispatched Leeds, than we now face the second leg of our League Cup semi final against Che...
Leeds 0 Arsenal 4 - INSTANT REACTION!
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The perfect response to our recent premier league 'wobble'. Four goals, a clean sheet, open play goals, a set piece goal and an own goal. Sup...
Ep. 206 - Kairat Review, Leeds Preview
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The season starts now. A big week lies ahead as we travel to Elland Road, host Chelsea in the second leg of the semi, with Sunderland visiting the Em...
Ep. 205 - Man United Review, Kairat Preview
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Not the United review we hoped we'd be recording, but perhaps the United review we feared we would. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we attempt to m...
Ep. 204 - Manchester United Preview
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's here. The one game of the season I dread, home to Man United. Scarred by far too many defeats against this opposition I struggle to look forw...
Inter Milan 1 Arsenal 3 - INSTANT REACTION!
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Well that was fun, wasn't it? Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we give our instant reactions to winning 3-1 in the San Siro against Inter Milan. Arte...
Ep. 203 - Forest Review, Inter Preivew
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For the second consecutive league game we are faced with addressing the old debate of two points dropped or one point gained. So, which is it? Forest,...
Nottingham Forest 0 Arsenal 0 - INSTANT REACTION!
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stef is our man at the City Ground for an ultimately frustrating 0-0 draw. We sneak an extra point ahead of Man City but it could and maybe should hav...
Ep. 202 - Forest Preview
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On to away game number three of 4 in this current run of tough fixtures, traveling this time to the City Ground for a 5.30pm kick off on Saturday. For...
Chelsea 2 Arsenal 3 - INSTANT REACTION!
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're halfway there! Join Holly and Stef as we offer our more 'vibe based' instant reaction to the pulsating 3-2 win at Stamford Bridge....
Portsmouth 1 Arsenal 4 - INSTANT REACTION! Plus Chelsea Preview
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A routine 4-1 away win in the 3rd round of the FA Cup for Arsenal reserves. In seriousness though, that starting 11, 10 changes from the Liverpool gam...
Arsenal 0 Liverpool 0 - INSTANT REACTION!
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One point gained or two points dropped? Join Holly and Chris, plus Stef at the ground, as we attempt to address this question following that 0-0 draw ...
Ep. 201 - Bournemouth Review & Liverpool Preview
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What a fantastic set of results we've seen this weekend. United, Spurs, Chelsea, Liverpool, and, most importantly, City, all dropping points. Join...
Bournemouth 2 Arsenal 3 - INSTANT REACTION!
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly & Chris in the relative warmth of their homes as Away End Stef lives up to his name with a quick report from the 'Baltic' away ...
Ep. 200 - Villa Review & 2025 Review
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Top of the table at the season's halfway point, having dispatched Villa 4-1. Top of the Champions League table, semi-finals of the league cup, a...
Ep. 199 - Brighton Review, Aston Villa Preview
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Producer Chris and Away End Stef hurry back from the Emirates to share their thoughts on our narrow victory v Brighton.There's a sense that we made ha...
Arsenal 1 Crystal Palace 1 (8-7 on penalties) - INSTANT REACTION!
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A quick look back at the League Cup Quarter Final game v Crystal Palace with Producer Chris and Stef who was at the game.A game of missed opportunitie...
Ep. 198 - Everton Review, Palace Preview
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Producer Chris and Away End Stef for a look back at our narrow but vital win v Everton at (The) Hill Dickinson Stadium.We discuss team selection,...
Everton 0 Arsenal 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Producer Chris in the studio and Away End Stef from the Hill Dickinson Stadium following our 0-1 win v Everton.A quick takeaway before we reconve...
Ep. 197 - Everton Preview
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will a week's rest be enough to refocus the troops ahead of another tricky away game, this time at Everton on Saturday evening? Join Holly and Ste...
Ep. 196 - Wolves Review
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are still top of the league. We are still top of the league. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we have to keep reminding ourselves of this fact after w...
Arsenal 2 Wolves 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A huge 3 points in tonight's home game v Wolves - perhaps not in the manner and style we expected.Producer Chris is in the studio with Holly &...
Ep. 195 - Brugge Review, Wolves Preview
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Now we can park the Champions League for a little while, attention turns back to the Premier League. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we look ahead to to...
Club Brugge 0 Arsenal 3 - INSTANT REACTION!
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Back to winning ways after the weekend's hiccup. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we provide our instant reactions to win number 6 in this season'...
Ep. 194 - Villa Review, Club Brugge Preview
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Twenty four hours after only our second defeat of the season and we have gained a lot more perspective. We're still top, players returning and a &...
Aston Villa 2 Arsenal 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Well that was a whole heap of crap, wasn't it! Join a disgruntled Holly, Stef and Chris as we provide our instant reaction to a thoroughly disappo...
Ep. 193 - Brentford Review, VIlla Preview
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Attention turns to a very tricky fixture away to Villa on Saturday lunchtime. Join Holly and Stef as we try to work out who may be available and who ...
Arsenal 2 Brentford 0 - INSTANT REACTION!
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly and Stef in the warmth, and Chris at the Emirates, as we provide our instant reaction to a very run of the mill 2-0 home win. The kind of ...
Ep. 192 - Chelsea Review, Brentford Preview
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Twenty four hours later and we still can't agree on whether it was two points dropped or not against Chelsea. What we can agree on is that we sim...
Chelsea 1 Arsenal 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Holly and Chris in the 'studio' with Stef checking in from Stamford Bridge as we offer our instant reaction to the draw against Chelsea. ...
Ep. 191 - Bayern Beaten, Chelsea Preview
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for statement win of the week, number three! Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we primarily focus on what could prove to be a very difficult...
ARSENAL 3 BAYERN MUNICH 1 - INSTANT REACTION!
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yet another 'STATEMENT WIN', this time dispatching the previously unbeaten Bayern 3-1 in the Champions League. Join Holly and Stef for our ins...
Ep. 190 - Arsenal beat Spurs with Eze! Plus Bayern Preview
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
'Eze's on fire, your defence is terrified.' What a game that was, what a collective performance and what an atmosphere too! Join Holly, St...
Ep. 189 - The North London Derby Preview
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the last of the international breaks now done, attention turns to club football and the small matter of the NLD on Sunday. Join Holly and Stef as...
Ep. 188 - Arsenal's Autumn Term Progress Report
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part way into the final international break of the year and Arsenal news is thin on the ground, so we take the opportunity to assess where we, and ...
Ep. 187 - Sunderland Review: Wearside Woes?
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not the best way to sign off ahead of the international break, but zoom out and the picture is still very much rosy. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we ...
Sunderland Preview and 3 Points in Prague
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
13 games unbeaten, 10 wins in a row, 8 consecutive clean sheets, joint top of the champions league table, clear at the top of the premier league, lif...
Ep. 185 - Burnley Review, Slavia Prague Preview
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over a quarter of the way through the season and Arsenal open up a 7 (at time of recording) point gap at the top of the league. I could get used to t...
Ep. 184 - Brighton Review, Burnley Preview
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Holly still searching for a signal in Ireland, Producer Chris gets the full download of our Carabao Cup clash with Brighton from Home & Away ...
Ep. 183 - Palace Review, Brighton Preview
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Holly battles for internet connection on the Emerald Isle, Home & Away Stef and Producer Chris look back at a vital 3 points earned v Palace on...
Ep. 182 - Atleti CL Review, Palace Home Preview
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Atletico Review - Palace PreviewThe textbook statement win. A crushing 4-0 rout of Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, their joint biggest defea...
Ep. 181 - Fulham Away Review and a Look at Atleti
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Set piece again, ole ole...!I will happily sing that song every week if it takes us to the title. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we look back at the k...
Ep. 180 - Footy's Back! Fulham Away Preview
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yay, proper football returns! Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we look forward to getting this title tilt going again away at Fulham. That's not to u...
Ep. 179 - Internationals and Title Rivals
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We may be in the depths of another international break, but there is still plenty of Arsenal chat to go around. Join Holly, Stef and Chris as we chec...
Ep. 178 - West Ham Home Review
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sitting pretty atop the premier league after a gruelling seven games. Still a long way to go, but it's a nice feeling all the same. Join Holly, St...
Ep. 177 - Olympiacos Review, West Ham Preview
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The scoreline and match stats might point to a routine 2-0 win, but it didn't always feel like that, especially in the second half. Join Holly an...
Ep. 176 - Newcastle Away Review - All's Well That Ends Well
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Was this the pivotal weekend the narrative writers are claiming it was? We can't say for sure, but what we can do is enjoy what was a very very d...