The Dispatch: The Official Arsenal News Update

Josh James is joined by Gianluca Freschi for a special edition of The Dispatch, as we unveil our new 2026/27 third kit.

The pair welcome award-winning French director FX Goby into the Emirates Stadium studio to lift the lid on the stunning launch film that accompanied the new strip. From the creative inspiration behind the project to working with Arsenal's players and bringing the club's identity to life on screen, FX Goby reveals how one of the club's most ambitious kit launches came together.

Meanwhile, Frimmy gives us a Dispatch exclusive from Girona during pre-season, where he caught up with Kai Havertz. The Arsenal forward discusses life in training camp, his first impressions of the new third kit and how new signing Christos Tzolis has settled into the squad ahead of the new season.

Get ready to listen and watch a unique look behind the scenes of one of Arsenal's biggest launches of the summer, with exclusive insight from the people who made it happen.

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We’re back in our Emirates Stadium studio for a very special edition of The Dispatch, and it’s one packed with emotion, stories and unforgettable moments from the Champions Parade!

Josh James is joined by Frimmy as the pair reflect on an incredible few weeks that saw us crowned Premier League champions, travel out to Budapest for the Champions League final, and celebrate in style back home with an unforgettable open-top bus parade.
We kick things off in Hungary, with both hosts sharing their experiences from Budapest, from the fan zones and open training to the electric matchday atmosphere and the disappointment of the final itself. There’s insight into what it was like pitchside, the mood in the dressing room afterwards, and the powerful words from Mikel Arteta that lifted spirits ahead of the celebrations.
Attention then turns to Sunday’s parade, as Frimmy takes us inside the experience of being on bus Number One. From the chaos of getting there in time to the breathtaking scenes along Holloway Road, he paints a vivid picture of a sea of red and white stretching as far as the eye could see. The duo relive the best moments, players on the mic, surprise interactions, family celebrations, and the incredible unity across the club with all four buses representing the men’s team, women’s team, staff and community.
We also go behind the scenes of the post-parade party at the Emirates, where players, staff and their families came together to celebrate a historic season, with a few special guests and memorable interactions along the way.

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We’re back with a landmark edition of The Dispatch, recorded from the boardroom at the Sobha Realty Training Centre, with the Premier League trophy proudly watching on.

Josh James is joined by Nicole Holliday for an exclusive conversation with manager Mikel Arteta, co-chair Josh Kroenke and CEO Rich Garlick, where they reflect on what it felt like to reach the summit of English football after years of work, belief and sacrifice.

Mikel opens up on the emotion of lifting the Premier League trophy, watching his players experience that moment together, and why the reality surpassed anything he had imagined. He also reveals who he spoke to first when the title was confirmed and how that call captured the pride, relief and connection behind the achievement. Plus, the exclusive we've all been waiting for: which player brought the best dance moves to the party?

Meanwhile, Josh and Rich share further insight on our journey to this moment, the significance of celebrating with families, and what this moment means for everyone across the club - from Hale End to Highbury House and supporters around the world.

With one historic target achieved, the focus quickly turns to mentality and momentum. The panel discuss what makes this group so determined not to stand still, why they remain hungry for more, and the mindset of the squad heading into the Champions League final in Budapest.

A powerful, reflective episode capturing the feeling of the moment and the determination to make sure it’s only the beginning.
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The wait is over! The Arsenal are Premier League champions and The Dispatch is here to celebrate. Josh James and Frimmy react to Arsenal being crowned champions of England, recording the show the morning after a historic night of celebrations.

From packed pubs and tube trains to a sea of red and white outside Emirates Stadium, the hosts share their personal stories from the night the title was secured, including bumping into supporters, losing colleagues in the crowd, and witnessing pure euphoria in N5.

There’s analysis of the season-defining win over Burnley, praise for the back four and goalkeeper, and reflections on how this title changes the perception of this Arsenal squad.

The episode finishes by looking ahead to Sunday at Selhurst Park, where the trophy will finally be lifted, and what promises to be an unforgettable end to a remarkable Premier League campaign.
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Josh is joined this week by Arsenal Social Media Editor Gianluca Freschi, who steps in for Frimmy and there’s plenty to discuss after another huge week in Arsenal’s season.

The pair relive the nerve-shredding 1-0 win over West Ham at London Stadium, with Gian giving his perspective from inside the away end as Leandro Trossard’s late winner sent Arsenal supporters into chaos. From David Raya’s huge saves to the tension surrounding West Ham’s disallowed equaliser, the hosts reflect on an emotionally draining afternoon.

Josh also shares insight from inside the dressing room after full-time and discusses one of his favourite pieces of Arsenal social content — the pitchside celebration footage after Trossard’s goal that put supporters right in the middle of the chaos. There’s also reaction from the match-winner himself, as Trossard reflects on the decisive goal and Arsenal’s mindset heading into the final weeks of the season.

Elsewhere, there’s a preview of episode two of Declan Rice’s Raising the Bar series, featuring a trip to McLaren HQ with Formula One star Lando Norris.

Another huge week. Another huge episode.

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