Explore every episode of the podcast The Gooner Fanzine Arsenal Women Podcast
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| Episode 48: The bumper Champions League final preview as Arsenal gear up for Barcelona | 21 mai 2025 | 00:53:52 | |
A two-part episode as Freddie Cardy previews the Champions League final with Izzy Gilligan and Lumi Lehmuskallio, before getting the lowdown on Barcelona and talking tactics with RAC1 commentator Gerard Bellera. Follow Freddie: https://x.com/cardyfreddie Follow Izzy: https://x.com/isobelgilligan Follow Lumi: https://x.com/lumimeriel Follow Gerard: https://x.com/gerardbellera Our Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.com Buy the latest print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/ | |||
| Episode 47: Second place sealed with 4-3 Man United victory as three players depart | 14 mai 2025 | 00:37:06 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand discuss Arsenal Women's 4-3 win over Manchester United as the Gunners ended the WSL season in second place, before delving into Mariona Caldentey's recent accolades, and the news that Amanda Ilestedt, Lina Hurtig and Teyah Goldie will leave Arsenal at the end of the season.Take part in Daisy's survey on Renée Slegers (you could be featured in her article for the Gooner): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoyB_irAubNzdDWV_fhpWFyY3XA_bqJkN1ZqJqOjE2IqLrmg/viewformFollow Freddie: https://x.com/cardyfreddieFollow Daisy: https://x.com/daisygh02Our Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.comBuy the latest print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/ | |||
| Episode 46: Arsenal Women stunned by heavy Aston Villa and Brighton defeats | 06 mai 2025 | 00:35:50 | |
Freddie Cardy and Isobel Gilligan dissect Arsenal Women's shock defeats to Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion ahead of the Gunners' final game of the WSL season against Manchester United.Follow Freddie: https://x.com/cardyfreddieFollow Izzy: https://x.com/isobelgilliganOur Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.comBuy the latest print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/ | |||
| Episode 45: Arsenal reach Women's Champions League final after stunning Lyon 4-1 | 29 avr. 2025 | 00:46:21 | |
A podcast full of emotion as Freddie, Daisy and Izzy all reflect on a night they will never forget: Lyon 1-4 Arsenal Women as the Gunners reached the Champions League final.Follow Freddie: https://x.com/cardyfreddieFollow Daisy: https://x.com/daisygh02Follow Izzy: https://x.com/isobelgilliganOur Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.comBuy the latest print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/NOS Sport's article (Dutch) on Renée Slegers featuring Freddie: https://nos.nl/artikel/2565358-slegers-met-arsenal-naar-champions-league-finale-zij-is-de-volgende-wiegman | |||
| Episode 44: Lyon win at the Emirates but Champions League hopes still alive for Arsenal | 21 avr. 2025 | 00:31:41 | |
Freddie and Isobel dissect Arsenal Women's narrow Champions League semi-final first leg defeat to Lyon and preview the Gunners' trip to France on Sunday. They trail 2-1, but can the Gunners reach the UWCL final? Follow Freddie: https://x.com/cardyfreddie Follow Isobel: https://x.com/isobelgilligan Our Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.com Buy the latest print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/ | |||
| Episode 43: Gunners thrash Leicester 5-1 ahead of Lyon UWCL semi-final | 17 avr. 2025 | 00:17:48 | |
Daisy Goodhand and Isobel Gilligan discuss Arsenal’s 5-1 victory over Leicester while looking ahead to big Champions League semi final clash against Lyon.Follow Daisy: https://x.com/daisygh02Follow Isobel: https://x.com/isobelgilliganOur Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.comBuy the first print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/product_info.php/products_id/550 | |||
| Episode 43: Agyemang scores on England debut amidst international break injury worries | 09 avr. 2025 | 00:22:26 | |
Freddie Cardy and Isobel Gilligan praise Michelle Agyemang's remarkable England debut whilst discussing the likes of Chloe Kelly, Alessia Russo and Daphne van Domselaar withdrawing from their international camps due to injuries. | |||
| Episode 42: Arsenal dominate Crystal Palace 4-0 before the international break | 03 avr. 2025 | 00:29:08 | |
Daisy Goodhand is joined by Isobel Gilligan to reflect on Arsenal Women's dominant 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace. They also revisit the thrilling Champions League comeback against Madrid and look ahead to a massive semi-final showdown with Lyon.Follow Daisy: https://x.com/daisygh02Follow Isobel: https://x.com/isobelgilliganOur Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.comBuy the first print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/product_info.php/products_id/550 | |||
| Reaction: Arsenal Women pull off Real Madrid comeback to reach Champions League semi-finals! | 27 mars 2025 | 00:08:24 | |
Freddie Cardy and Isobel Gilligan reflect on Arsenal Women's 3-0 (3-2) win over Real Madrid on a famous night at Emirates Stadium. | |||
| Episode 41: Arsenal hit Liverpool for four ahead of Real Madrid quarter-final second leg | 24 mars 2025 | 00:46:51 | |
Freddie Cardy is first joined by Isobel Gilligan to look back on Arsenal Women's 4-0 win over Liverpool, touching on Wednesday's UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final second leg before Real Madrid journalist Hridyam Arora chats to Freddie about Las Blancas' historic win over Barcelona on Sunday, in what could be the biggest week in Real Madrid Femenino's history.Follow Freddie: https://x.com/CardyFreddieFollow Isobel :https://x.com/isobelgilliganFollow Hridyam: https://x.com/hridaroraOur Arsenal Women coverage: onlinegooner.comBuy the first print Gooner Fanzine dedicated to Arsenal Women: https://shop.onlinegooner.com/product_info.php/products_id/550 | |||
| Episode 40: Arsenal Women left stuck in the mud after Real Madrid defeat | 20 mars 2025 | 00:32:27 | |
Freddie Cardy and Isobel Gilligan are back in sunny England after a trip to rainy Madrid, and look back on Arsenal Women's 2-0 first leg defeat to Real and the Gunners' failure to adapt to difficult conditions. | |||
| Episode 39: Frustrating FA Cup exit ahead of Everton trip | 13 mars 2025 | 00:35:57 | |
Freddie Cardy, Daisy Goodhand and Isobel Gilligan look back at Arsenal Women's 1-0 FA Cup quarter-final defeat and preview Friday night's trip to Everton. | |||
| Episode 38: Arsenal Women Podcast: Arsenal win 7-goal thriller vs West Ham, and why WSL must keep relegation | 05 mars 2025 | 00:50:57 | |
Freddie, Daisy and Izzy look back on Arsenal Women's 4-3 comeback over West Ham at Meadow Park, and share their opinions on the reports that WSL and Championship clubs will vote to scrap relegation in the top division for four years. | |||
| Episode 37: All things photography with the Gooner Fanzine's Suzy Lycett | 26 févr. 2025 | 00:56:45 | |
Freddie Cardy chats to the Gooner Fanzine's Suzy Lycett about her photography journey, with Suzy sharing insight into being pitchside and taking listener questions on topics including the landscape of women's football media. | |||
| Episode 36: North London is Red, the Gooner hits the streets and Kim Little signs on | 19 févr. 2025 | 00:42:41 | |
Freddie, Daisy and Izzy look back on Arsenal Women's 5-0 win over Spurs at the Emirates, discuss Kim Little's contract extension and a successful day for the Gooner Fanzine with the launch of our first print edition dedicated to AWFC! | |||
| Episode 35: FA Cup win & Subway Cup knockout, Kelly out of England squad and UWCL draw | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:42:26 | |
A busy show for Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand, who are joined by the Gooner Fanzine's Isobel Gilligan to discuss contrasting results in the FA and Subway Cup, Chloe Kelly's motivation after being left out of the England squad, and the Champions League draw that sees the Gunners take on Real Madrid. | |||
| Episode 34: Seven-goal Man City thriller and Chloe Kelly & Jenna Nighswonger sign | 04 févr. 2025 | 00:44:00 | |
Freddie and Daisy look back at Arsenal Women's chaotic 4-3 win away to Manchester City, before discussing the two sides' upcoming Subway Cup semi-final. They also delve into the Deadline Day signings of Jenna Nighswonger and Chloe Kelly. | |||
| Episode 33: All the talking points from Arsenal Women's 1-0 WSL defeat to Chelsea | 27 janv. 2025 | 00:47:49 | |
Freddie and Daisy delve into Arsenal Women's 1-0 defeat away to Chelsea on Sunday, analysing the differences between the two sides on and off the pitch, Arsenal's urgent need for a winger, and the decisive penalty decision as well as Katie McCabe's red card. | |||
| Episode 32: Breaking- Renee Slegers appointed permanent head coach of Arsenal Women | 17 janv. 2025 | 00:31:18 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand react to the breaking news that Renee Slegers has been appointed Arsenal Women's head coach on a permanent deal through to the end of the 2025/26 season. They discuss her interim tenure, previous managerial experiences and career-ending injury, and what the news means for Arsenal in the transfer window and rest of the season. | |||
| Episode 31: Reaction as Jonas Eidevall opens up on Arsenal exit, Miedema and more | 08 janv. 2025 | 00:25:36 | |
Freddie Cardy is joined by Claudia Loy after former Arsenal Women boss Jonas Eidevall opens up on his departure from the Gunners following being unveiled as new head coach of the San Diego Wave. They discuss his comments on his exit, Vivianne Miedema, and the lack of a sporting director, before touching on Bristol City ahead of Sunday's FA Cup game. | |||
| Episode 30: Arsenal beat Liverpool, Subway Cup draw and Renee Slegers praise | 16 déc. 2024 | 00:36:03 | |
Freddie and Daisy look back at Arsenal Women's hard-fought 1-0 win over Liverpool, and discuss Liverpool manager Matt Beard's comments on Renee Slegers. They also touch on Wednesday's game against Bayern Munich and the Subway Cup (League Cup) draw. | |||
| Episode 29: Alessia Russo can't stop scoring, FA Cup draw and midfield matters | 11 déc. 2024 | 00:42:33 | |
Freddie and Daisy reflect on Arsenal Women's 4-0 win over WSL, with Alessia Russo scoring a brace at Emirates Stadium to continue her goalscoring form. They discuss an excellent midfield performance despite the absences of Kim Little and Lia Walti, and also touch on Arsenal's Champions League trip to Valerenga and FA Cup fourth round draw. | |||
| Episode 28: International break round-up, Villa preview and Renee Slegers to continue? | 05 déc. 2024 | 00:16:14 | |
Freddie Cardy delves into each Arsenal Women player's involvement in the recent international break before previewing the Gunners' WSL clash with Aston Villa, and discusses whether Renee Slegers will continue on as interim manager. | |||
| Episode 27: The importance of social media and marketing for Arsenal Women’s trailblazing attendances, with Lumi Lehmuskallio | 27 nov. 2024 | 00:47:35 | |
Freddie and Daisy are joined by Gooner Fanzine contributor Lumi Lehmuskallio, who wrote her dissertation on the impact of social media on Arsenal Women supporters and how the club has come to the forefront of the women’s game in terms of attendances and support. They discuss the topics in Lumi’s dissertation, and whether Arsenal should do more to capitalise on the record crowds they have enjoyed, with attendances now plateauing across the Women’s Super League. | |||
| INSTANT REACTION: Arsenal Women 1-0 Juventus, & what next for Renee Slegers and Arsenal? | 22 nov. 2024 | 00:37:45 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand look back on Arsenal Women's Champions League group stage game with Juventus, and discuss what is next for the Gunners' managerial search after the conclusion of Renee Slegers' interim period. | |||
| Episode 26: North London is Red, Bayern game moved and Arsenal's Lionesses | 20 nov. 2024 | 00:37:40 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand discuss Arsenal Women's North London Derby win over Tottenham Hotspur and the Gunners' continued winning streak under Renee Slegers. They also analyse Arsenal's Champions League game against Bayern Munich being moved to Meadow Park, and talk about Sarina Wiegman's latest England squad, which features three Arsenal players. | |||
| Episode 25: Reacting to Arsenal Women's Champions League win over Juventus | 13 nov. 2024 | 00:12:24 | |
Freddie Cardy is joined in a Turin park by the Gooner Fanzine's Suzy Lycett and Arsenal Women Supporters Club chair Farah Chowdhury to reflect on the Gunners' 4-0 Champions League win over Juventus and the efforts of the 200+ travelling fans. | |||
| Episode 24: Arsenal criticised for Bayern venue change and Russo on target against Man United | 07 nov. 2024 | 00:39:47 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand have plenty to talk about, starting with Arsenal Women's 1-1 draw to Manchester United where an improved performance couldn't muster all three points despite Alessia Russo's efforts. The pair are then critical of the decision to move Arsenal's Women's Champions League game against Bayern Munich to accommodate the men's League Cup tie, before previewing Friday's WSL fixture against Brighton. | |||
| Episode 23: McCabe and Cooney-Cross Stunners, Selection Dilemmas, and Arsenal's Challenging Fixture List | 29 oct. 2024 | 00:35:42 | |
Daisy Goodhand joins Claudia Loy for an in-depth rundown of Arsenal players on international duty. They dive into Arsenal's challenging upcoming fixture list and discuss what qualities the club may seek in their next manager. | |||
| Episode 22: Wins for Renee Slegers but questions remain, Mariona impresses and Kafaji scores | 23 oct. 2024 | 00:34:41 | |
Freddie Cardy is alongside Daisy Goodhand to debate whether Arsenal Women interim head coach Renee Slegers has done enough for an extended spell in charge of the Gunners following wins over Valerenga and West Ham. There's praise for Mariona Caldentey and Rosa Kafaji, but concerns remain in midfield and upfront heading into the international break. | |||
| Episode 21: Jonas Eidevall resigns- where did it go wrong for Eidevall and Arsenal? | 15 oct. 2024 | 00:28:08 | |
Freddie is joined by Claudia Loy to discuss Jonas Eidevall's departure from Arsenal Women following a difficult start to the season both domestically and in the Champions League. They look back on this season's issues, reflect on Eidevall's tenure and look ahead to the upcoming games under interim head coach Renee Slegers. | |||
| Episode 20: Reaction- Eidevall's Arsenal thrashed 5-2 by Bayern Munich | 09 oct. 2024 | 00:22:49 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand look back on a humiliating night for Arsenal Women, who lost 5-2 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. | |||
| Episode 19: Arsenal scrape past Leicester, Champions League draw and Katie Reid contract | 02 oct. 2024 | 00:33:49 | |
Freddie and Daisy delve into Arsenal Women's narrow win over Leicester City, as well as discussing the Gunners' Champions League opponents and young defender Katie Reid signing her first professional contract. | |||
| Episode 18: Dramatic draw at Emirates Stadium and all or nothing in the Champions League | 25 sept. 2024 | 00:31:44 | |
Plenty to talk about for Freddie and Daisy, with Arsenal Women losing 1-0 to BK Hacken in Gothenburg and playing out a dramatic 2-2 draw with Manchester City to kick-off the WSL. The pair also discuss the atmosphere at Emirates Stadium, and look ahead to how Arsenal will look to beat Hacken at Meadow Park to progress to the Champions League. | |||
| Episode 17: Arsenal progress in Champions League qualifying and BK Häcken await! | 11 sept. 2024 | 00:23:49 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand dissect Arsenal Women's 1-0 win over Rosenborg and preview the Gunners' two-legged tie against BK Häcken in the final round of UEFA Women's Champions League qualifying. | |||
| Episode 16: Caitlin Foord hits 4 as Arsenal thrash Rangers in Champions League qualifying | 05 sept. 2024 | 00:23:35 | |
Freddie Cardy is joined by Daisy Goodhand to analyse Arsenal Women's 6-0 thrashing of Rangers in the first stage of UEFA Women's Champions League qualifying. The pair praise Caitlin Foord's 4-goal display, as well as discussing Mariona Caldentey's debut and looking ahead to Saturday's meeting with Rosenborg. | |||
| Episode 15: Arsenal beaten by Chelsea in D.C and Southampton preview, with Beth McCowen | 28 août 2024 | 00:21:03 | |
Freddie Cardy is joined by women's football journalist and former Southampton FC Women writer Beth McCowen to preview Arsenal Women's trip to St Mary's Stadium on Saturday for both clubs' final pre-season friendly. First, the duo reflect on Arsenal's 1-0 defeat to Chelsea in Washington D.C, discussing some of the pros and cons from the game. | |||
| Episode 14: Kafaji and Russo impress as Arsenal Women beat Washington Spirit | 21 août 2024 | 00:28:32 | |
Freddie and Daisy reflect on Arsenal Women's 2-1 win over NWSL side Washington Spirit at Audi Field. Alessia Russo scored a brace with debutant Rosa Kafaji making her mark from the bench, with some young players also handed opportunities. The two also preview Sunday's game against Chelsea and touch on departures for Teyah Goldie (loan) and Cloe Lacasse. Washington Spirit 1-2 Arsenal player ratings: https://www.onlinegooner.com/articles/view/player-ratings-russo-hits-brace-as-arsenal-women-beat-washington-spirit Three things we learned: https://www.onlinegooner.com/articles/view/three-things-we-learned-from-arsenal-women-s-pre-season-win-over-washington-spirit | |||
| Episode 13: Kafaji and van Domselaar sign, Fox wins Gold, US tour & Gio departs | 13 août 2024 | 00:24:49 | |
Claudia Loy joins Freddie Cardy to discuss a number of topics, starting with Rosa Kafaji and Daphne van Domselaar's signings, the departure of Gio Queiroz and what it means for Arsenal's starting lineup. They also commend Emily Fox's Olympic Gold and look forward to Arsenal's trip to Washington DC. | |||
| Episode 12: Lina Hurtig's return to training and Arsenal stars shine at the Olympics | 30 juil. 2024 | 00:27:21 | |
On this week's episode, Daisy and Claudia dive into all the Olympic action and discuss Lina Hurtig's return and its significance for Arsenal. They also spotlight the young Arsenal talents who played in the U19 Euros semi-final, pondering their potential future with the club. | |||
| Episode 11: Women's Super League fixtures announced & Arsenal at the Olympics | 23 juil. 2024 | 00:33:17 | |
Arsenal will host Man City on the opening day of the 2024/25 Women's Super League season, as Vivianne Miedema returns to her former club. The Gunners have a host of exciting away fixtures to look forward to, and an increased eight Emirates Stadium home games. With the Olympics starting on Thursday, as many as seven Arsenal players could feature for their countries in Paris. | |||
| Episode 10: Beth Mead and Alessia Russo star for the Lionesses + WSL title predictions | 18 juil. 2024 | 00:28:39 | |
On this week's episode, Freddie and Daisy reflect on the Lionesses qualifying for Euro 2025, as well as discussing the other Arsenal players who sealed qualification for their countries. They also touch on Michelle Agyemang's hat-trick at the U19 Euros, and debate who will win next season's Women's Super League title. | |||
| Episode Nine: Champions League draw, Sienna Hurrell exclusive and Miedema moves to Manchester | 12 juil. 2024 | 00:29:15 | |
Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand dissect the UEFA Women's Champions League draw, with Arsenal set to face Rangers at Meadow Park in a game that could face scheduling issues. They also discuss Freddie's exclusive interview with Sienna Hurrell and Vivianne Miedema's move to Manchester City. | |||
| Episode Eight: Caldentey arrives, North Bank excitement and Champions League qualifiers | 03 juil. 2024 | 00:24:22 | |
Freddie and Daisy delve into Arsenal's signing of Barcelona forward Mariona Caldentey, before discussing building the atmosphere at Emirates Stadium next season and previewing Friday's UEFA Women's Champions League qualification draw. | |||
| Episode Seven: New squad numbers, transfer rumours and Olympic excitement | 26 juin 2024 | 00:29:29 | |
Daisy Goodhand and Claudia Loy discuss which Arsenal players they are looking forward to watching in the Olympics. Claudia discusses her season review and her aspirations for next season. | |||
| Episode Six: Pride Month Special | 19 juin 2024 | 00:29:53 | |
Daisy opens up on her experience in the women's game, the importance of LGBTQ+ and how the Arsenal and women's football community have created a positive environment for fans of all backgrounds to feel comfortable. The pair also discuss the work done by Gay Gooners, and further steps that need to be taken in football as a whole for LGBTQ+ fans and players. | |||
| Episode Five: Pelova suffers ACL injury, Wienroither's new deal and USA tour | 12 juin 2024 | 00:24:11 | |
Freddie and Daisy react to the breaking news that Victoria Pelova will be out for several months after rupturing her ACL whilst playing for the Netherlands earlier this month. They also cover Laura Wienroither's new contract, and Arsenal's August pre-season tour in Washington D.C. | |||
| Episode Four: Mead and Russo score for the Lionesses, Pelova injury concerns and international round-up | 05 juin 2024 | 00:28:31 | |
A full round-up of all of the international break action, including Alessia Russo and Beth Mead scoring for England, injury worries for three Arsenal players, and returns for Laura Wienroither and Frida Maanum. | |||
| Episode Three: Williamson's new deal, Caldentey closes in and answering your questions | 30 mai 2024 | 00:38:39 | |
Freddie and Daisy answer a number of questions from Arsenal fans on social media, discussing topics including the possibility of signing Mariona Caldentey from Barcelona, improving set-pieces and attacking, and favourite memories from 2023/24. They also talk about the importance of Leah Williamson's new contract. | |||
| Episode Two: Miedema's farewell, Blackstenius stays and Australia squad announced | 22 mai 2024 | 00:27:16 | |
After Vivianne Miedema ended her glorious Arsenal career with a goal and an assist in her final game, Freddie Cardy and Daisy Goodhand look back on Miedema's cameo against Brighton and the post-match atmosphere during her interview. They also discuss Stina Blackstenius' new contract and Arsenal's squad to travel to Australia for a post-season friendly. Thumbnail credit: Liberty Simons | |||