The Sports Agents
Arsenal's Champions League heartbreak | Merson on penalties, parades and what next?
Published: 1 June 2026 at 09:00 Europe/London
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Gabby & Mark are alongside former Arsenal and England forward Paul Merson in the wake of Arsenal's Champions League heartbreak to talk penalties, summer transfer plans and the wild scenes of celebration from the Premier League trophy parade on Sunday.
Merse turns his attention to Tuchel's World Cup plans, gives his opinions on the squad and England's chances of success in USA.
Plus, reaction to Arne Slot's sacking at Liverpool, whether Andoni Iraola will replace him and Mark's tribute to the late Rugby League legend John Kear.
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