The Telegraph's Jason Burt and Jonathan Liew of The Guardian discuss the breaking news that Xabi Alonso is expected to turn the chance of succeeding Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool and will instead honour his contract with Bayer Leverkusen. Plus, The FA charge Newcastle's Sandro Tonali with misconduct in relation to breches of betting rules.
Mar 28, 2024•20 min
Sky Sports' Adam Leventhal is joined by The Sun's Charlie Wyatt and The Telegraph's Jeremy Wilson as the trio discuss the latest hot topics from the sporting world, such as who impressed Gareth Southgate during the International break and the news that former England captain Steph Houghton has announced her retirement following the 2023-24 season.
Mar 27, 2024•20 min
The Athletic's David Ornstein and the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai join Teddy Draper on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Jude Bellingham’s heroic performance to tie England 2-2 against Belgium. As well as discussing whether Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, and Kobbie Mainoo are England's perfect midfield trio. The panel also discusses Wales’ loss to Poland on penalties, eliminating them from the 2024 Euros.
Mar 27, 2024•15 min
Charlotte Duncker from the Times and the Daily Mail's Craig Hope join Dharmesh Sheth to discuss the biggest stories from the back pages including Declan Rice's vow to lure back Ben White into the England fold for the Euros. Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr reduced to tears in press conference while talking about racism in Spain. Nottingham Forest plan to appeal the four-point deduction handed to them by the Premier League. Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley has been ordered to pay £3.4million to a Gree...
Mar 25, 2024•19 min
Teddy Draper is joined by the Times’ Martyn Ziegler and the Mirror’s Andy Dunn, who react to the major sporting stories from Saturday’s back pages, including Gareth Southgate dismissing the ‘disrespectful’ rumours that have linked him with the Manchester United manager's position, despite Erik ten Hag currently occupying that role. Kobbie Mainoo also makes the headlines as England’s injury ‘crisis’ may give the youngster the opportunity to impress and potentially be included in Southgate’s Europ...
Mar 22, 2024•21 min
David Garrido is joined by The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Sun's Charlie Wyatt to discuss Wales' 4-1 win over Finland in European Championship qualifying, Leicester's Premier League charge for an alleged breach of PSR rules and Bukayo Saka pulls out of the England squad for fixtures against Brazil and Belgium due to injury.
Mar 21, 2024•20 min
ESPN Senior Writer, Mark Ogden, and the Daily Mail’s Chief Sports Feature Writer, Riath Al-Samarrai join Teddy Draper to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages. Covering topics such as the jibe from England assistant Steve Holland at the centre of Ben White’s England snub and why Gareth Southgate tops Sir Jim Ratcliffe's list to replace Erik Ten Hag at Manchester United.
Mar 20, 2024•20 min
John Cross from The Mirror and Martin Hardy from The Times and The Sunday Times talk all things Gareth Southgate and what his next role might be, following speculation there is an offer on the table for him from Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Manchester United. They also discuss Kobbie Mainoo's late call-up to the England team, as well as the potential for Nottingham Forest to appeal their four-point Premier League deduction.
Mar 20, 2024•20 min
Jason Burt from The Telegraph and Miguel Delaney from The Independent join the Back Pages Tonight podcast as the panel discuss a host of topics across the sporting world, including Nottingham Forest's four-point deduction for breaching the Premier League's financial rules and whether a new independant regulator would improve English football's financial structure.
Mar 18, 2024•20 min
ESPN's Senior Writer Mark Ogden and The Telegraph's Chief Sports Reporter Jeremy Wilson join Teddy Draper on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Arsenal and Man City's chances of advancing in the Champions League as the two face England's extraordinaire's Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. The panel also discuss the player-coach and player-player relationships in Women's football and whether Paul Pogba's four-year ban will halt his sporting career.
Mar 15, 2024•20 min
David Garrido is joined by the Mirror’s Chief football writer John Cross and Jonathan Liew of the Guardian to review the major sporting stories that dominate the back pages. Gareth Southgate announced his latest England squad for the friendlies with Belgium and Brazil in March, but it was the news that Arsenal’s in-form full-back Ben White has appeared to snub a call-up that stole the headlines. Both Cross and Liew also give their views on the news that the FA want Gareth Southgate to sign a new...
Mar 15, 2024•19 min
The Sun’s Dave Kidd and The Telegraph’s Sam Wallace join us on Back Pages Tonight to discuss PSG’s interest in signing Marcus Rashford this summer as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe. They react to Bournemouth's incredible comeback to beat Luton 4-3 in the Premier League. They also discuss Willie Mullins sealing his historic 100th Cheltenham win.
Mar 13, 2024•20 min
The Times sports correspondent Martin Hardy and The Athletic's David Ornstein discuss Saudi's $2 billion bid to buy tennis and their evergrowing involvement in sport. They also discuss Arsenal's victory over Porto in the Champions League as they now head into the quarter-finals. Plus, whether or not Eddie Howe will keep his job until the end of the season following a spell of very rocky form.
Mar 13, 2024•20 min
The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney and football editor for the Sun Charlie Wyett react to another star performance from Cole Palmer as Chelsea beat Newcastle - but should he be in England's Euro 2024 squad? They also discuss the standoff between the Premier League and the EFL over a new funding structure. Plus, could Ederson's injury in Manchester CIty's draw with Liverpool prove decisive in the title race, with the goalkeeper in a race to be fit for a crucial clash with Arse...
Mar 11, 2024•21 min
The Times’ Chief Sports Reporter Martyn Ziegler is joined by Dave Kidd of the Sun, and they preview the title showdown between Liverpool and Manchester City on Sunday. They also discuss the news that a joint task force, that includes Gary Neville, has been revealed by Manchester United to help redevelop the Old Trafford area. Both also react to the news that Max Verstappen has appeared to deliver an ultimatum to Red Bull about his future, as the off-track issues continue for the team.
Mar 09, 2024•19 min
The Guardian’s Jonatahn Liew and Jason Bart of the Telegraph join us on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Liverpool’s impressive win in the Europa League ahead of their huge clash with Manchester City. They react to Chrstian Horner’s plea for the intrusion of his family to stop after his accuser was suspended by Red Bull. They also discuss Erling Haaland hitting back at Trent Alexander-Arnold’s claims that winning trophies means more to Liverpool fans....
Mar 07, 2024•20 min
Sam Wallace from the Telegraph and David Ornstein from the Athletic discuss the biggest taking points from the back pages. Stories include Manchester United's search for Erik ten Hag's replacement, should the Dutchman leave the club. The fallout at Red Bull continues as Max Verstappen defends his dad's comments about the tenure of Christian Horner. Bayern Munich are current favourites, ahead of Liverpool, to appoint Xabi Alonso as their new manager.
Mar 07, 2024•21 min
John Cross of The Mirror and Riath Al-Sammarrai from the Daily Mail join Teddy Draper to discuss tomorrow's big talking points and they start with the brilliance of Harry Kane after scoring a brace in Bayern Munich's 3-0 win over Lazio in the Champions League. Erling Haaland's press conference is then discussed after toying with the idea of a move away from Manchester City, whilst Liverpool and Egypt battle over Mohamed Salah's availability after his injury in the African Cup of Nations. John Cr...
Mar 05, 2024•21 min
ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Independent's Miguel Delaney join David Garrido to discuss Arsenal's thumping 6-0 Premier League win over Sheffield United. They also talk about Phil Foden's impressive recent form for Manchester City and ask whether Erik ten Hag will still be in charge of Manchester United next season.
Mar 04, 2024•20 min
Sky Sports' Teddy Draper is joined by The Sun's Charlie Wyett and Martin Hardy from The Times as they discuss the possibility of Graham Potter heading to Old Trafford, Why Pep Guardiola 'feels sorry' for Manchester United and Eddie Howe's reaction to Julian Nagelsmann being linked to Newcastle.
Mar 01, 2024•20 min
Sky Sports' David Garrido is joined by Jonathan Liew of The Guardian and The Daily Mirror's John Cross as the panel talk about the latest hot topics from the sporting world. Tonight's episode includes discussions around Marcus Rashford's latest interview published via The Players' Tribune, Erik ten Hag's issue with Fulham's Tik Tok channel and the current state of affairs regarding Red Bull principle Christian Horner.
Feb 29, 2024•20 min
Teddy Draper is joined by Sam Wallace of The Telegraph and David Ornstein of The Atheletic to discuss a busy night of FA Cup action as Chelsea squeezed past Championship side Leeds United, Manchester United scored a dramatic late winner at Nottingham Forest and Jurgen Klopp's young Liverpool side impressed again as they beat Southampton 3-0 at Anfield.
Feb 29, 2024•21 min
Mark Ogden of ESPN and Dave Kidd from The Sun discuss all the latest sports stories, including Man City's rampage at Luton in the FA Cup where they came away with a 6-2 win. They also look ahead to the Manchester derby, as it seems there are tensions between Erik Ten Hag and Marcus Rashford. Mauricio Pochettino also hits back at suggestions his job is under pressure, as they discuss what expectations Chelsea are currently facing.
Feb 28, 2024•21 min
The Telegraph's Jason Burt and The Independent's Miguel Delaney join David Fulton on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Everton's point deduction, David Moyes' stance after his West Ham team defeated Brentford 4-2, and whether Mauricio Pochettino will be able to revive Chelsea after the team lost the Carabao Cup to Liverpool.
Feb 26, 2024•21 min
The Times’ Charlotte Dunker joins Andy Dunn from the Daily Mirror to discuss the headlines from Saturday’s back pages, including the build-up to the Carabao Cup final on Sunday between Chelsea and Liverpool. Erik ten Hag has revealed that in-form striker Rasmus Hojlund will be ruled out of next weekend’s Manchester derby, but how will that injury effect United’s push for a top-four finish? The panel also reviews the big stories from the cricket, rugby union and Formula One.
Feb 23, 2024•20 min
David Garrido is joined by Jonathan Liew from The Guardian and Martin Hardy from The Times to discuss the biggest stories from the back pages including taxpayers won’t fund Manchester United’s new stadium and United boss Erik ten Hag needs Champions League football to keep his job. Former Manchester City and England goalkeeper Joe Hart is to retire at the end of the season. England captain Jamie George opens up on the agony of losing his mum during the Six Nations. England pick Ollie Robinson an...
Feb 22, 2024•20 min
David Ornstein of The Athletic and Craig Hope of the Daily Mail join Teddy Draper to look ahead at tomorrow’s headlines. Liverpool earn a crucial three points in the title race after beating Luton. Do they have the edge over Manchester City and despite injury setbacks, should they defeat Chelsea in this weekend’s EFL Cup final? Meanwhile, Arsenal lose to Porto in their first leg of the Champions League, but are they still fancied to win at home? Sir Jim Ratcliffe has big words on the future of M...
Feb 21, 2024•21 min
The Telegraph's Jason Burt and The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai join Teddy Draper to discuss Sir Jim Ratcliffe completing a deal to buy a minority stake in Manchester United. They also talk about Manchester City's 1-0 Premier League win over Brentford and address Liverpool's mounting injury list ahead of the League Cup final.
Feb 20, 2024•21 min
Sky Sports' Will Perry is joined by The Sun's Charlie Wyatt and The Independent's Miguel Delaney to discuss the latest topics and news from the sporting world, including new Crystal Palace Boss Oliver Glasner, Bayern Munich's potential appointment of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with the panel also looking into whether or not David Raya is proving his doubters wrong at Arsenal.
Feb 20, 2024•22 min
Sky Sports' Teddy Draper is joined by David Ornstein from The Athletic and Dave Kidd from The Sun as the panel discuss the latest topics and news from the sporting world, including whether Jurgen Klopp has named Xabi Alonso as his successor and the sad news that legendary cyclist Sir Chris Hoy has been diagnosed with cancer.
Feb 16, 2024•20 min