# Arsenal stunned by Saints as Liverpool get stuffed by City

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Podcast: [The Totally Football Show with James Richardson](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-totally-football-show-with-james-richardson-923658)
Published: 2026-04-05T23:00:07+00:00
Episode link: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/podcast/200-the-totally-football-show/episode-699
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## Resource

A deep dive into a chaotic FA Cup weekend featuring massive upsets and tactical shifts. The discussion analyzes Arsenal's sudden fragility, Manchester City's dominance over Liverpool, and the rise of underdog stories in the EFL.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Manchester City's tactical evolution under Guardiola is creating an unstoppable attacking force
- Failure mode: Arsenal's recent defensive lapses suggest a potential collapse in their title ambitions
- Practical takeaway: West Ham's late rally proves that abandoning the stadium early is a mistake
- Main idea: The EFL is providing the season's most compelling narratives through clubs like Millwall and Coventry
- Main idea: Chelsea's 7-0 victory over Port Vale highlights the massive gulf between the Premier League and League One

## Topics

Premier League, FA Cup, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Championship, EFL, Tactical Analysis

## Chapters
- 1:00 — FA Cup Drama and Chelsea's Rout: Reflecting on the high-drama West Ham vs. Leeds thriller and Chelsea's dominant victory over Port Vale.
- 5:10 — The West Ham Comeback: Analyzing the late-game turnaround at the London Stadium and the fan reaction to the match intensity.
- 10:00 — Arsenal's Fragile Form: Examining the tactical vulnerabilities that allowed Southampton to upset the Gunners.
- 14:10 — Southampton's Clinical Performance: A look at how the Championship side exploited Arsenal's defensive gaps.
- 18:30 — City's Tactical Dominance: How Pep Guardiola's recent tactical tweaks have empowered Haaland and the City midfield.
- 23:00 — The Pressure on Arne Slot: Assessing the impact of the 4-0 loss to City on Liverpool's momentum and upcoming Champions League fixtures.
- 27:10 — EFL Promotion Battles: Discussing the promotion prospects for Millwall, Coventry, and the impressive run of Lincoln City.

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