Dan Bardell, Tim Spiers and George Elek preview the best of the weekend's Premier League action starting with the huge game at Old Trafford on Monday night as Manchester United take on Liverpool - will another humiliating defeat prove a tipping point for the disgruntled United fans? Does Liverpool's lengthy injury list give Utd a glimmer of hope? Can Jurgen Klopp's side afford to drop more points this early on? Plus there's a look at Spurs v Wolves, Bournemouth v Arsenal, Leeds v Chelsea, and Ne...
Aug 19, 2022•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Athletic's Pablo Maurer sits down for an interview with Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney about their ownership of Wrexham football club - and their new documentary charting the experience. To set the scene, Pablo is joined by Mark Chapman & The Athletic's Nick Miller to discuss the rise of sports documentaries and why football clubs & footballers want to peel back the curtain in the first place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 18, 2022•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joining Mark Chapman this week it's Newcastle's "Pope of Mope" George Caulkin and senior writer Oli Kay to answer the question: "Why aren't Newcastle doing the thing we expected them to do?" ie spend tonnes of money. To answer that question and get an insight into the running of this rejuvenated football this is the podcast for you. Hear about comparisons with Chelsea, City, and Everton and why this is such a different situation to those clubs. There's also a look into a matchday at St James' Pa...
Aug 17, 2022•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Southampton writer Jacob Tanswell and Flo Lloyd-Hughes, to explore the huge gamble the club's new owners are taking on young talent - despite mounting concerns over Premier League relegation and manager Ralph Hasenhutll's job... The panel detail and discuss the new profile of player being targeted by the club and why new Head of Recruitment, Joe Shields, is the right man for the right time. Plus, what it's like to actually play for Hasenhuttl, why a ...
Aug 16, 2022•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Jay Harris - who were both at Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday - to explain how Brentford blew Manchester United away. Hear details from both clubs as to how they prepared and the fallout out behind-the-scenes at United featuring a an extra running session , strained relations and Ten Hag changing his mind on Ronaldo. We also get a report from The Athletic's Spanish writer Dermot Corrigan as he left Camp Nou on Saturday after Barcelona’s...
Aug 15, 2022•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dan Bardell, Tim Spiers and George Elek preview the best of the weekend's Premier League action as Gerrard prepares to take on Lampard. Is Stevie G missing Mick Beale? Do Chelsea have everything to lose against Spurs? And will somebody hit 40 goals in the Premier League this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12, 2022•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Chapman is joined by Jack Pitt Brooke and James Horncastle to discuss the peculiarly sensible transfer dealings of Tottenham Hotspur and what has caused Daniel Levy to rip up his playbook. In the pod hear about the triumvirate of Levy-Conte-Paratici and how the Italian duo have influenced Levy for this transfer window. James tells us about Conte and Paratici's history at Juventus and the developing relationship Spurs are forming with Serie A. Whilst Jack gives insight on why exactly the sta...
Aug 11, 2022•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Matt Slater & Joey D’Urso to discuss the news that FIFA is set to move the start date of the World Cup one day earlier so that host nation Qatar can play the first match. The panel discuss why the decision is only being take now, the current state of preparations for the World Cup in Qatar and also what the fan experience might be like for supporters given the countries' human rights record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 10, 2022•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Leicester writer Rob Tanner and Stuart James, to explore Leicester's bemusing inactivity in this summer's transfer window so far... The reality behind the widespread statistic that the Foxes remain the only top-flight European side yet to make a summer signing, Brendan Rodgers' frustrations and Chelsea's very public pursuit of Wesley Fofana. Plus, the panel explore the smaller margin for error in the transfer market, for Premier League clubs like Lei...
Aug 09, 2022•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein, Adam Crafton & Laurie Whitwell to discuss Manchester United's pursuit of Adrien Rabiot from Juventus & Marko Arnautovic from Bologna.. David exclusively reveals a huge story from his weekly column that Barcelona told Frenkie de Jong that they have evidence of criminality around contract given by old board and cause for legal action vs all involved. We are also joined by our Aston Villa writer Gregg Evans after a disappointing start to the ...
Aug 08, 2022•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dan Bardell and George Elek are joined by the Athletic's Tim Spiers for the first preview show of the season, and on the eve of another Premier League campaign they start by looking at the big narratives that may define the 9 months ahead. Are we set for another two-horse title race between Man City and Liverpool? Can any of the chasing pack close the gap and could that team be Antonio Conte's Tottenham? Could Newcastle barge their way in to the big six and make it seven? Plus there's a look at ...
Aug 04, 2022•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Pol Ballus to explain the story of Barcelona's summer transfer window... How exactly returning President Joan Laporta 'rescued' the Catalan giants from being 'clinically dead', why in-demand stars like Raphinha and Kounde chose Barca over Premier League rivals and how on earth they got themselves into this mess - dating all the way back to the aftermath of Neymar's transfer to PSG. Plus, more on 'Operation Salida' and whether any of th...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Irving & The Athletic’s Charlotte Harpur reflect on EURO 2022 as the Lionesses clinched their first ever major trophy - we hear from wonder goal scorer Ella Toone. We’ll also squeeze in an update on Ronaldo after his return in a red shirt at Old Trafford - where he was watched by The Athletic’s Carl Anka. Plus David Ornstein is here with a transfer update. Chelsea fans - he may have some good news.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 02, 2022•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kait Borsay, Jen O'Neill, Tim Stillman, The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur, Lynsey Hooper and a host of other voices at Wembley try to process what just happened as England are crowned European Champions. Chloe Kelly, Beth Mead, Leah Williamson, Georgia Stanway, Mary Earps and Rachel Daly tell us how it felt to win it against Germany. Plus we get the reaction from past Lionesses Katie Chapman, Karen Bardsley, Kerry Davis and Julie Fletcher. German journalist Tamara Keller assess whether Germany des...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Ian Irving is joined by a host of The Athletic's EFL writers, including Burnley correspondent Andy Jones, West Brom writer Elias Burke and staff writer Nick Miller, to preview the start of the 2022/23 EFL season... The panel discuss Vincent Kompany's big rebuild at Turf Moor, why Hull City are sure to entertain this season, if Sunderland could make a surprise run at the Championship play-offs, as well as who Derby will contend with for automatic promotion from League One. Plus, the Chris Wi...
Jul 28, 2022•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kait Borsay, Faye White and Carrie Dunn try to keep giddiness at bay as England sweep aside Sweden to reach the Euro 22 final. The Lionesses hammer Sweden 4-0 at Bramall Lane on a night where dreams come true, a night full of unforgettable moments. The Russo goal, the Williamson performance and winger Beth Mead showing she’s up there with the best strikers in the world. Are Sarina’s side destined to face Germany in the final? Tamara Keller gives us the lowdown on Magul, Popp and co ahead of thei...
Jul 27, 2022•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Flo Lloyd-Hughes to look ahead to England's EURO 2022 semi final and the form & fitness ofLucy Bronze - why is not shining as brightly as she once did – is that to be expected? Paul Taylor brings details of Jesse Lingard's move to Nottingham Forest; his social influence and how a seafood restaurant in Athens helped swing the deal. And our Chelsea writer Simon Johnson gives his reaction to Thomas Tuchel's comments questioning the the club’s tr...
Jul 25, 2022•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast England legend Kelly Smith and She Kicks Editor Jen O’Neill join Kelly Somers to digest England and Spain’s rollercoaster of a quarter-final. How did England turn it around? And is this the best England side we've seen? From Brighton Lynsey Hooper brings us Lucy Bronze and Sarina Wiegman's reaction. Spanish journalist Bea Redondo reflects on what Spain could have done better. Plus we look ahead to the next quarter-final, Germany v Austria, with Tom Middler in Vienna. RUNNING ORDER PART 1 - So mu...
Jul 21, 2022•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's South American football expert Jack Lang, tactics writer Michael Cox and Spurs & England correspondent Jack Pitt-Brooke, to reflect on three big summer transfers for a new kind of Brazilian superstar... The panel reflect on some of the true Brazilian greats of the last 25 years, discuss why great entertainers like Ronaldinho and Neymar never signed for a Premier League club and if the 'Joga Bonito' spirit clashes with modern day Premier League tactical...
Jul 20, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Athletic's David Ornstein shares transfer lines on players including Armando Broja Oleksandr Zinchenko & Youri Tielemans There is an exclusive from Adam Crafton featuring and interview with the CEO of Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk & Chris Waugh has the latest from Newcastle’s tour of Austria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Pablo Maurer, fresh from his interview with the new DC United manager... It's Wayne Rooney! Senior Writer Oli Kay joins in as the panel reflect on his playing days stateside, a 'baptism of fire' at Derby County last season, how Wayne appears to be carefully plotting his route to some of the 'big Premier League jobs' and what Rooney: The Manager - is really like. You'll also hear from Wayne Rooney himself throughout the podcast, as well as from Elias Bu...
Jul 13, 2022•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast A special bonus episode of The Atheltic's Woman's Football pod with all the reaction to an historic night for English football. Ex-England player Gemma Davison joins Kait Borsay and ex-Sunderland player turned She Kicks Magazine Editor Jen O’Neill to digest England’s epic 8-0 win over Norway in the Euros group stage. To keep right up to date with the Lionesses throughout the tournament and beyond, search 'The Athletic Women's Football Podcast' wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about you...
Jul 12, 2022•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Irving Coming up today we attempt to unravel the tangled web of Manchester United’s chase for Frenkie de Jong. from Barcelona. We get the perspective from all sides with The Athletic's Pol Ballús & Laurie Whitwell. Barcelona finances will dominate the pod and Phil Hay will join us to talk about their improving chances of spending some money on Leeds forward Raphinha. Look away Chelsea fans. Plus, Charlie Eccleshare gives us an update from Tottenham’s tour of Korea. Learn more about your ad c...
Jul 11, 2022•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's England correspondent Jack Pitt-Brooke and football news reporter Dan Sheldon, to reflect on England's U19 Euro's win... for the second time in just five years! So, what's the secret to all their recent success at youth level, who is head coach Ian Foster, how did both Mason Mount and Steve Holland play a vital part and have we got any better at protecting and nurturing young English talent? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...
Jul 08, 2022•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Euros are off and underway and you can follow it all over on The Athletic Women's Football Podcast. But for now, here's a taster of what to expect. A bonus podcast episode will drop on this feed on Friday morning but to keep right up to date with the Lionesses throughout the tournament and beyond, search 'The Athletic Women's Football Podcast' wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 07, 2022•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Irving us joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein & Laurie Whitwell to discuss the news that that Cristiano Ronaldo has told Manchester United he wants to leave if the right offer comes in for him and that Chelsea are considering a move. We also have an exclusive from David Ornstein on the news that Christian Eriksen has verbally agreed to join United. We also hear part of Adam Crafton’s interview with Monaco Sporting Director Paul Mitchell, who has admitted he wants to return to the Premier...
Jul 04, 2022•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Dominic Fifield and Laurie Whitwell to reflect on the 2002 World Cup in South Korea & Japan, twenty years on this week... Uri Geller's bizarre effort to repair Beckham's broken metatarsal on live TV, Rivaldo's histrionics, Rustu's war-paint, South-Korean spirit, Roy Keane's civil war and whether or not Ronaldinho actually meant to catch Seaman out from that far away. Plus, Mr Football Cliches, Adam Hurrey's own personal Top 5 moments, what happened whe...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Irving & The Athletic's Adam Crafton discuss stories including Arsenal agreeing terms with Manchester City to sign Gabriel Jesus. They are joined by Correspondent James McNicholas to explain what the deal means and our Investigations Writer Joey D'Urso on his piece that looks at the impact & fallout of Arsenal's Visit Rwanda sponsorship. Dom Fifield talks about the news that Petr Cech has left his role as Chelsea technical advisor and reports that owner Todd Boehly met with super agent Jorge...
Jun 27, 2022•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Athletic's senior writer Dom Fifield and England correspondent Jack Pitt-Brooke, join host Ian Irving to discuss the impact of a winter World Cup on this summer's transfer window... Why Premier League stars like Gabriel Jesus, Marcus Rashford, Conor Gallagher and countless others might be inclined to 'side-step' or even stay put before November's curtain-raiser in Qatar? The 'unique opportunity' for heads of recruitment to get creative in the loans market and what free-agent Gareth Bale migh...
Jun 22, 2022•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein, Manchester City writer Sam Lee & Chelsea writer Simon Johnson to discuss Chelsea's interest in signing Manchester City & England forward Raheem Sterling. We learn how Chelsea's confidence in capturing Sterling has grown, why City are open to letting Sterling leave this summer & consider whether this could see a new trend in the Premier League's top clubs selling players to domestic rivals. Learn more about your ad choi...
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