Liverpool go five points clear at the top of the Premier League – are they title-bound? Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Conor Coady. Referee David Coote gets suspended after a video spreads on social media, but is the post to be believed? Four defeats in a row for Man City – are they in crisis? Do they need to spend big in January? And could uncertainty over Pep Guardiola’s future be affecting the players? And now every team has at least one win, the panel discuss the batt...
Nov 11, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Liverpool go five points clear at the top ahead of Man City. Hear from Arne Slot after the win over Aston Villa, and catch Pep Guardiola following defeat at Brighton. Get the thoughts of Ange Postecoglou as he takes the blame for defeat to Ipswich Town - Kieran McKenna is delighted. Also what about Arsenal’s draw at Chelsea, van Nistelrooy signing off in style and Wolves getting their first win? 02:35 Man City drop more points in title race 07:15 Pep Guardiola: ‘I’m there for the challenge’ 14:3...
Nov 10, 2024•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Morgan Rogers joins Liam MacDevitt to talk about his career so far and aspirations for the future. He recalls the decision to join Aston Villa from Middlesbrough and opens up about life & playing in the Midlands. They discuss that feeling when he first heard the Champions League anthem, and what it’s like to play under Unai Emery. Plus, with so many of his international teammates from youth level gaining senior call-ups for England, he shares his aspirations of a call-up from new manager Tho...
Nov 09, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Michael Brown, Fara Williams and Kevin Nolan join Darren Fletcher to look ahead to the weekend’s Premier League fixtures. They discuss the recent run of results for last season’s top 2, Arsenal and Manchester City, and whether this is the weekend that both can turn their fortunes around. They look at what that means for the title race, and whether Liverpool can take advantage as they face Aston Villa on Saturday. Plus, it’s a big weekend for the bottom of the table - can Wolves shake off their t...
Nov 08, 2024•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast PSG and Luis Enrique, Real Madrid and Kylian Mbappe – solving problems. Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki after another busy week in the Champions League. They discuss why PSG find themselves 25th in the Champions League table. They also get stuck into the multitude of problems currently facing Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti – including the question of how to get the best out of Kylian Mbappe. They also discuss what life at Sporting will look like afte...
Nov 07, 2024•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff talk Coventry City after they sack Mark Robins. They’re joined by Port Vale chair Carol Shanahan, and Katie Stafford from the Sky Blues Fancast. Hear some of Robins’ final interview. Also catch up with match-winner Harrison Burrows after Sheffield United go second in the Championship. What about Millwall up to fifth, Wycombe top of League One, and Shrewsbury sacking Paul Hurst? And there’s a lot of wow-ing in 72PLUS 72MINUS. 00:35 Jobi enjoys a Caribbean feast 02:30 C...
Nov 07, 2024•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Steve Crossman is joined by Marc Albrighton, Matt Upson and John Murray to react to defeats for Arsenal and Aston Villa in the Champions League. We hear from Mikel Arteta after a controversial penalty decision gifted Inter Milan the chance to secure a 1-0 win at the San Siro. Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton discuss the bizarre penalty that cost Villa their first Champions League defeat of the season, away to Club Brugge. Plus, John Bennett joins the pod to wrap up Wednesday’s other Champion...
Nov 06, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast How concerned should Manchester City be after Sporting Lisbon inflicted a third straight defeat on Pep Guardiola's side? And what does this result do for current Sporting boss Ruben Amorim as he prepares to take over at Manchester United? Kelly Cates is joined by senior football reporter Ian Dennis and ex-England internationals Stephen Warnock and Andros Townsend to reflect on a bad night for the Premier League champions. There's also reaction to significant wins for Liverpool and Celtic. TIMECO...
Nov 06, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines take a look at Sonia Bompastor’s Chelsea and the impressive start she has had at the club. Who are her biggest selection headaches and how has she put her stamp on Emma Hayes’ legacy? Who could be the next Arsenal boss and has Renee Slegers done enough to get the job full-time? Ellen and Jen give their thoughts on what kind of manager is needed at the club and give an insight into Nick Cushing who is one possible candidate to replace Jonas Eidevall. Plus J...
Nov 05, 2024•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Could Nottingham Forest get to Europe & as Edu leaves Arsenal what’s next for Mikel Arteta? Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Shay Given as they focus on Forest, who are third in the Premier League table - their highest league position since the early stages of the 98/99 season. They ask where it is going right for the club – especially after the news that Edu has resigned from his Sporting Director role at Arsenal, with multiple reports saying he is to join the network ...
Nov 04, 2024•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast David Moyes is on the pod to talk Manchester United, Rúben Amorim and West Ham. Darren Fletcher is also joined by Nigel Reo-Coker as Man Utd draw with Chelsea. Hear from Ruud van Nistelrooy – what does the future hold for him? Twists and turns in the title race as Liverpool now lead with Man City, Arsenal and Aston Villa all dropping points. And Nottingham Forest are up to third! 02:10 Man Utd in a strange situation 15:15 Ruud van Nistelrooy post-Chelsea 16:55 Does Ruud have a future at Old Traf...
Nov 03, 2024•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Spurs winger Brennan Johnson talks form, influences, Son Heung-min & Ange Postecoglou. He discusses how comfortable he feels now he is in his second season at Tottenham Hotspur and his drive to win the club their first deomstic trophy since 2008.
Nov 02, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Don Hutchison, Nigel Reo Coker & Glenn Murray join Darren Fletcher to look ahead to another busy weekend in the Premier League. The team discuss the appointment of Rúben Amorim from Lisbon club Sporting to Manchester United and what identity he will bring to the club. Euro 2016 winner with Portugal Jose Fonte drops by to share his insight on Amorim and how he will approach managing United. Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher joins the team and gives his thoughts on the new United boss. Plus how...
Nov 01, 2024•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Rafa Honigstein. How good a fit is Ruben Amorim to Manchester United, and how good are Barcelona? The Sporting Lisbon boss looks set to complete his move to Manchester, but will he be able to emulate his success in Portugal in the Premier League? Barcelona, fresh off a week that saw them score 13 goals and only concede two – the last four scored against bitter rivals Real Madrid in El Clasico – are six points clear at the top of La ...
Oct 31, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Steve Crossman is joined by ESPN Senior Writer Mark Ogden to reflect on Manchester United’s 5-2 win over Leicester City in the League Cup. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s time in charge gets off to a good start, but how close is Ruben Amorim to taking over? After hearing from van Nistelrooy himself, Steve chats to Leon Osman about Spurs’ win over Manchester City, and then to Alan Shearer and Ian Dennis about Newcastle United’s 2-0 win over Chelsea to progress to the quarter-finals. We then hear from Newca...
Oct 30, 2024•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff talk EFL, Ballon d’Or and FA Cup. They’re joined by Colchester United striker Lyle Taylor. Borja Sainz is leading the Championship scoring charts with Norwich. Sunderland go five points clear at the top. Will Northampton’s Mitch Pinnock remember his lucky shinpads when they face Kettering Town in the FA Cup? Kettering boss Richard Lavery joins the pod LIVE. And Ian Holloway makes a surprise return to management at League Two Swindon. 00:25 Jobi loses a bet with Aaron ...
Oct 30, 2024•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie look back on the international break. They reflect on a win for England with goals from Grace Clinton & Leah Williamson, plus hear from manager Sarina Wiegman on the Lionesses’ win. Plus, on a great night for all of the home nations, they reflect on success for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland in the Euro 2025 play-offs, with Ceri Holland, scorer of Wales’ winner joining to reflect on their win. Time Codes: 01:50 – England reflections 13:55 – Sarin...
Oct 30, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ruben Amorim to replace Erik ten Hag as Manchester United boss? Peter Schmeichel, Chris Sutton, and Mark Ogden join Alistair Bruce-Ball to discuss who will take the Man Utd job. Reports are suggesting that United are in talks with Sporting Lisbon coach Ruben Amorim. Speaking on Monday, Amorim said he wasn’t expecting questions about the vacant United position and wasn’t prepared to talk about his future. Should United legend and now-interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy be a candidate following hi...
Oct 28, 2024•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Erik ten Hag is sacked by Manchester United, so what was the Dutchman’s downfall at Old Trafford? Where did it go wrong, why has the decision been made now? Who do they look to next, as for now Ruud van Nistelrooy takes the job on an interim basis? And what are INEOS’ grand plans for the future of Manchester United? Darren Fletcher is joined by Robbie Savage and BBC Sport Football Reporter Simon Stone as they dissect the breaking news, and look at where the club goes next.
Oct 28, 2024•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Liverpool & Arsenal draw, Man City lead the way & pressure builds on ten Hag as Man Utd lose. Darren Fletcher is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker and Paul Robinson. Hear from Erik ten Hag after defeat at West Ham. Catch up with Arne Slot and Mikel Arteta after the 2-2 at the Emirates. How likely are Man City to win the title? And can Nottingham Forest sustain a push for Europe? 00:45 Officials getting in the way? 02:10 Manchester United lose at West Ham 04:10 Erik ten Hag: The best team didn’t ...
Oct 27, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Southampton boss Russell Martin talks life as manager, tactics and stubbornness. Still without a win this season, Russell talks about what three points could do for his side and whether or not he will stick to his guns tactically. Plus, how did growing up with five brothers influence his love of the game and who inspired and influenced his management style?
Oct 26, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast As title contenders Arsenal and Liverpool go head-to-head, who will prevail on Sunday at the Emirates? And can Julen Lopetegui's West Ham deepen Manchester United's woes? Ben Haines previews the action with the help of Nigel Reo-Coker and Don Hutchison. They look at whether Arsenal can overcome injuries and suspensions against Arne Slot's league leaders. And the panel examine why West Ham have struggled in the early weeks of the season. TIMECODES 1:00 Liverpool's run of form 8:45 Arsenal's injur...
Oct 25, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki to reflect on this week's Champions League action. The team discuss Barcelona's comprehensive victory over Bayern Munich, as well as Real Madrid's 'inevitable' comeback against Borussia Dortmund. The panel also touch on Juventus and PSG dropping points, before welcoming Patrick Kluivert to discuss El Clásico this weekend. Timecodes: 2:55 Barcelona's win over Bayern and Raphinha's hat-trick 13:45 Real Madrid's comeback an...
Oct 24, 2024•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hear from Liverpool's Arne Slot, Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and Celtic's Brendan Rodgers on Wednesday's Champions League matches. Plus Fenerbahce's Jose Mourinho faces Manchester United. Steve Crossman is joined by former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin, former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha and correspondent John Murray to react to a good night of Champions League action for the British teams. Conor McNamara reflects on Manchester City’s performance, while John Bennett has the latest from ...
Oct 23, 2024•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by former QPR and Wycombe boss Gareth Ainsworth. Both of his former clubs are on the agenda with QPR struggling in the Championship and Wycombe flying in League One. Chairboys captain Jack Grimmer joins the pod to reunite with his old gaffer. Also, Cardiff and Cambridge turn things around, Burton sack Mark Robinson and Port Vale fly to the top of League Two. 02:20 Gareth keen to get back in 04:15 A$AP Rocky on the way to Tranmere Rovers? 08:05 ‘No plans’ to...
Oct 23, 2024•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kelly Cates presents reaction as Aston Villa go top of the Champions League table after beating Bologna 2-0 to record their third win in a row in the competition. Hear from Lee Blakeman at Villa Park, alongside The Athletic's reporter Jacob Tanswell. Also on the podcast, Ian Dennis, Chris Sutton and Matthew Upson react to Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk, before looking ahead to Wednesday night's commentary game between RB Leipzig and Liverpool. Timecodes: 00:30 - Aston Villa 2-0 Bolo...
Oct 22, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk international football with Fran Kirby as England prepare for friendlies against Germany and South Africa. Ben sat down with Fran who spoke about what life has been like since leaving Chelsea and joining Brighton and also chats the Euros next summer in Switzerland. Ellen and Jen are joined by former teammate Caroline Weir who has recently returned from an ACL injury, just in time for crucial Euro qualifiers with Scotland. Caroline shares how her recov...
Oct 22, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Man City leave it late at Wolves, Arsenal lose ground & Liverpool stay top. Rory Smith, Andros Townsend and Chris Sutton assess the title race after an eventful weekend. There was huge controversy at Molineux after John Stones headed home a stoppage-time winner to keep the pace with Liverpool. Hear from Wolves manager Gary O’Neil on whether referees have unconscious biases, and get the panel’s thoughts on the debate. Liverpool come out on top against Chelsea at Anfield, adding to Arne Slot’s...
Oct 21, 2024•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Arne Slot’s Liverpool pass Chelsea test & John Stones grabs winner for Man City. Hear from Stones as Rick Edwards, Nigel Reo-Coker and Everton goalkeeper Asmir Begović discuss the Premier League weekend. Goalkeepers are a hot topic – do Chelsea need better than Robert Sánchez? Did Bernardo Silva impede Wolves’ José Sá? And do Arsenal’s lack of discipline hold them back in the title race? 03:20 Liverpool stand up to Chelsea test 06:40 Do Chelsea need a better goalkeeper? 09:05 Are we seeing a...
Oct 20, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Riccardo Calafiori speaks to Roman Kemp about his career so far. They chat about life before Arsenal, growing up wanting to become a footballer and a lengthy knee injury at the age of 16. He talks about his relationship with Daniele De Rossi and Jorginho who encouraged him to join Arsenal. Plus, he opens up on the conversations he had with Mikel Arteta ahead of joining the club, and how his style of play has helped him to see the game differently.
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