🎧 151 | Arsenal Beat Chelsea Again But Job Only Half Done

Chelsea 2–3 Arsenal | EFL Cup Semi‑Final First Leg Reaction & Forest Preview : Arsenal take a step toward a Wembley final with a 3–2 win at Stamford Bridge in the first leg of the EFL Cup semi‑final, but it wasn’t without frustration. In Episode 151, Tabs is joined by Kuziva to break down a goal filled, high‑quality London derby that Arsenal largely dominated but failed to kill off.This episode dives into:🔥 Match Reaction: Chelsea 2–3 ArsenalHow Arsenal controlled the midfield through Zubimendi and Declan Rice, even with Chelsea’s possession advantageWhy the Gunners’ second‑half dominance should have produced a bigger marginThe ongoing issue of late goals conceded, and why it’s becoming a concerning patternTactical notes on Timber vs. Estevão, Saka vs. Cucurella, and Gyokeres’ decent performance - was it MotM worthy?The away end in full voice at Stamford Bridge and the joy of beating Chelsea on their own turfThe bizarre trend of Chelsea fans filming themselves getting cooked by Declan Rice⚽ Key Moments DiscussedBen White’s clever quick throw leading to the second goalZubimendi’s orchestration of the midfieldMissed chances that should have put the tie to bedKepa’s big saves and the defensive lapses that kept Chelsea aliveWhy Arsenal’s set‑piece threat continues to be elite📉 Concerns & Talking PointsOne clean sheet in seven — what’s happening to Arsenal’s defensive solidity?Are we becoming too casual when leading by two goals?Should Arsenal fans be worried, or is this just variance?🔭 Looking Ahead: Nottingham Forest PreviewExpected rotationKey matchupsWhy this fixture is trickier than it looksFollow, rate, and subscribe on your favourite podcast app.Find us on socials: @thegroveafcThis is The Grove, and everyone is welcome. COME ON YOU GUNNERS!----Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Grove Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube @thegroveafcFind us on Bluesky, Threads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube: @thegroveafcEmail us here: [email protected]🔴 #Arsenal #AFC #COYG #ArsenalPodcast #gunners #EPL #EFL #Arteta #CHEARS #NOTARS #odegaard #eze #madueke #gyokeres #saka #trossard #martinelli #zubimendi #raya #hincapie #jesus #rice #gabriel #MLS #merino #havertz(VIDEO EDIT)