
Inside Arsenal - with Charles Watts
byCharles Watts
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Hello everyone, my name is Charles Watts and this is my Inside Arsenal podcast.I'm a well known Arsenal journalist who has covered the club for years and this daily show will bring you behind the scenes insight, analysis and news from the club that will keep you updated with all the goings on at the Gunners.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes(40 episodes)

E286 - Nwaneri loan talks + Inter Milan preview & Arsenal predicted XI
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I discuss Ethan Nwaneri's future, with Marseille entering into talks over a loan move for the Arsenal youngster. I also look ahead to tonight's game with Inter Milan, looking at what Mikel Arteta and Gabriel Jesus have said pre-match and giving my Arsenal predicted XI.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 20, 2026Duration: 16:31

E33 - Extra-time with James Benge - Mikel Arteta's Inter Milan balancing act
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal for this week's Extra-time with James Benge where we reflect on another big weekend in the Premier League and look ahead to tomorrow's Champions League clash with Inter Milan.In this week's show we are also joined by Mike Feinberg of Gooners vs Cancer to find out about his latest fundraising effort, the World Cancer Day walk, which takes place in London on February 4th.To find out more about the event and to donate, please visit https://goonersvcancer.com/You can...
Published: Jan 19, 2026Duration: 52:05

E285 - Changes expected vs Inter + Zinchenko move & Villa's surprise defeat
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I look ahead to tomorrow night's game at Inter Milan and give my thoughts on how I would like to see Mikel Arteta approach things at San Siro. I also round up yesterday's football and discuss Oleksandr Zinchenko's imminent move to Ajax.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 19, 2026Duration: 20:19

E284 - Frustrations at Forest + Rice's anger, Arteta's reaction & ratings
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I reflect on yesterday's 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, going over all the big talking points in the game, looking at what Mikel Arteta had to say afterwards and going over my Arsenal player ratings. I also share how some of you have reacted to the result.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast...
Published: Jan 18, 2026Duration: 22:12

E283 - WASTED OPPORTUNITY! Forest 0, Arsenal 0 - Match reaction and player ratings
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In this latest upload I give my immediate reaction to Arsenal's draw at Nottingham Forest, including my Arsenal player ratings.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 17, 2026Duration: 11:19

E282 - Forest preview and Arsenal predicted XI + City swoop for Guehi
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today’s show I look ahead to this evening’s game at Nottingham Forest, looking at the latest team news and giving my Arsenal predicted XI.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 17, 2026Duration: 15:07

E281 - Press conference reaction - Rice row 'sorted' says Arteta + Injury hint ahead of Forest
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I go over the big talking points from Mikel Arteta's press conference ahead of tomorrow's game against Nottingham Forest. Arteta spoke about Declan Rice, team news, Viktor Gyokeres and more.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 16, 2026Duration: 20:28

E280 - A BIG NIGHT FOR BIG VIK! Chelsea review + Arteta's reaction & player ratings
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show i reflect on last night's win at Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final, going over all the big talking points from the game, looking at what Mikel Arteta had to say afterwards and giving my Arsenal player ratings.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 15, 2026Duration: 21:56

E279 - Chelsea preview & predicted XI + Arteta's keeper decision
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I look ahead to tonight's Carabao Cup semi-final against Chelsea, looking at what Mikel Arteta has had to say and giving my Arsenal predicted XI.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 14, 2026Duration: 16:35

E278 - Press conference reaction - Arteta delivers injury update ahead of Chelsea
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In this latest update I cover the latest Arsenal injury news following Mikel Arteta's press conference ahead of tomorrow night's game against Chelsea.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 13, 2026Duration: 9:15

E277 - Wigan in the FA Cup + Arteta's Chelsea decisions
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I discuss the latest Arsenal news, including FA Cup fourth round draw and tomorrow night's Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Chelsea.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 13, 2026Duration: 22:01

E32 - Extra-time with James Benge - Shock Per Mertescacker's exit confirmed
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal for this week's extra-time episode, where I'm joined as always by James Benge of CBS Sports.In this week's episode we round-up the win at Portsmouth, look ahead to the League Cup semi-final against Chelsea and give our thoughts on the shock news that Per Mertesacker will leave his role as Academy Manager at the end of the season.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts<...
Published: Jan 12, 2026Duration: 41:01

E276 - Martinelli hits back in style + Havertz return & Arteta's reaction & ratings
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I reflect on the 4-1 win against Portsmouth in the FA Cup, going over all the big talking points from the game and my Arsenal player ratings. I look at what Mikel Arteta had to say afterwards and discuss Arsenal's move to start working with leading throw-in coach Thomas Gronnemark.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Published: Jan 12, 2026Duration: 24:02

E275 - GABI THE HAT-TRICK HERO! Portsmouth 1, Arsenal 4 - Match reaction and ratings
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I give my immediate reaction to Arsenal's 4-1 win at Portsmouth in the FA Cup, including my Arsenal player ratings.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 11, 2026Duration: 13:40

E274 - Portsmouth preview - Havertz return, predicted XI & Guehi reaction
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I look ahead to this afternoon's FA Cup clash with Portsmouth, looking at what Mikel Arteta has had to say about Kai Havertz's return and giving my Arsenal predicted XI.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 11, 2026Duration: 17:43

E273 - Saka's huge new deal + Guehi transfer links & changes vs Portsmouth
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I discuss the news that Bukayo Saka has now agreed his new five-year Arsenal contract, taking him to the summer of 2031. I also discuss the transfer links with Marc Guehi and look ahead to tomorrow's FA Cup tie with Portsmouth.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 10, 2026Duration: 18:59

E273 - MISSED OPPORTUNITY! Liverpool review & ratings + Fake Martinelli outrage
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I react to last night's 0-0 draw with Liverpool in the Premier League, giving my thoughts on the game, my Arsenal player ratings and the big talking point involving Gabriel Martinelli.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 9, 2026Duration: 23:00

E272 - Liverpool preview and predicted XI + A near perfect Wednesday night for Arsenal
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I preview tonight's huge game against Liverpool in the Premier League, looking at the latest team news and giving my Arsenal predicted XI. I also look back on last night's action in the Premier League, with both Manchester City and Aston Villa dropping points.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 8, 2026Duration: 18:32

E271 - Arteta's Liverpool decisions + Slot's Ekitike update & Nwaneri's future
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal.In today's show I look ahead to tomorrow night's game with Liverpool, discussing Mikel Arteta's likely starting XI and looking at what Arne Slot had to say in his pre-match press conference this morning.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published: Jan 7, 2026Duration: 17:07

E31 - Extra-time with James Benge - Arsenal's massive opportunity
Hello everyone and welcome back to Inside Arsenal for this week's episode of extra-time, where I'm joined as always by James Benge of CBS Sports.In this week's episode we give our thoughts on a mad few days in the Premier League and how Arsenal could look to take advantage of their current stability. We also discuss Bournemouth, Declan Rice, Thursday's game with Liverpool and more.Become an Inside Arsenal Patreon member, get exclusive extra content and help support my work and the channel: https://www.patreon.com/charleswatts<...
Published: Jan 6, 2026Duration: 54:14