It’s ominous from Man City; the title is back in their own hands. Michael Cox was at the Gtech Community Stadium to watch City come back from behind to beat Brentford. Read his thoughts here Who’s on Barcelona’s shortlist to replace Xavi? Dermot Corrigan mulls over the Catalan club's options. It’s getting messy for Messi-less Miami. Paul Tenorio is following Inter Miami around the globe. Read more about it here Host: Michael Bailey Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Stavrou Exec Prods: Ben Green a...
Feb 06, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Amy Lawrence tells us about the significance of Arsenal's 3-1 victory over Liverpool, while James Pearce analyses an error-strewn and lacklustre performance by the Reds. Carl Anka reports from Old Trafford where Manchester United put in their best performance of the season in beating West Ham 3-0. Have Erik ten Hag's side turned a corner...again? And Matt Davies Adams, host of our Straight Outta Cobham podcast, says the locals are growing restless after Chelsea's woeful 4-2 defeat at home to Wol...
Feb 05, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast The transfer window… softly shuts. David Ornstein runs through the key deadline day deals Man United survive a late scare from Wolves. Laurie Whitwell was at Molineux to watch Marcus Rashford return to the starting XI and Kobbie Mainoo steal the headlines. Weekend previews including Amy Lawrence on why Arsenal v Liverpool is so integral to the Gunners' season and James Horncastle on the bitterest derby in Italy. Podcasts to listen to: Talk of the Devils, The Athletic Football Podcast, The Totall...
Feb 02, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Liverpool run riot at Anfield and maintain their five point lead at the top of the Premier League. James Pearce watched young Conor Bradley make history in a good way and Darwin Nunez in a less than ideal manner. Read about the match here. Spurs into the top four after a feisty win over Brentford. There were darts celebrations all over the place and Charlie Eccleshare was across it all. Get the match analysis here. Rashford returns for United. Erik ten Hag has declared the Rashford situation as ...
Feb 01, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Premier League returns. James McNicholas saw Arsenal move back into second in the table with a win over Forest. While George Caulkin was on hand for Newcastle's second away win of the season, at Villa Park. Read about Arsenal here and Newcastle here As Liverpool welcome Chelsea to Anfield. Liam Twomey previews what is sure to be an emotive match. The Transfer window nears it’s climax. David Ornstein has his one to watch. You can join The Insiders group here and read David's story about Micha...
Jan 31, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast As deadline day on the January transfer window looms, David Ornstein has the top five stories you need to know. Join The Insiders WhatsApp group here. The AFCON hosts trump the holders. Shock as previously unbeaten Senegal lose in penalty shootout to Ivory Coast. Jay Harris watched it happen. Mikel Arteta is going nowhere. James McNicholas reacts to the good news for Arsenal fans and previews the Gunners' game against Nottingham Forest. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Pate...
Jan 30, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Who are the contenders to replace Klopp at Liverpool? James Pearce lists the qualities Liverpool will be wanting in a new manager. Why is Xavi leaving Barcelona? Laia Cervello on the Barca legend leaving after the season. Why was Rashford left out of United’s squad? Dan Sheldon has the details. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Ben Green Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 29, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Liverpool have announced that Jurgen Klopp is stepping down as manager at the end of the season. After a hugely successful eight and a half years at the club, Klopp will take a sabbatical. So what next for him, and what next for Liverpool? The Athletic's Liverpool correspondent James Pearce reacts to this seismic news. Host: Iain Macintosh Producer: Mike Stavrou Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 26, 2024•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Spurs look to spoil silverware for City. The FA Cup fourth round is underway and Jack Pitt Brooke previews the big match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Chelsea strengthen up top. Charlotte Harpur has the details on two very exciting stories that are sure to relieve Chelsea women fans. Plus we have the key fixtures this weekend. Host: Mike Zimmermann Producer: Abi Paterson Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 26, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Liverpool face Chelsea at Wembley again. James Pearce watched the Reds get through to the League Cup final. Barcelona crash out of the Copa del Rey. Laia Cervello reacts to yet another defeat for Xavi's men. AFCON hosts Ivory Coast through to knockout stages but sack their manager mid tournament. Jay Harris has the details. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 25, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast The January window hots up in the Premier League with three internationals potentially on the move. David Ornstein has the latest rumours and transfers. Plus, Sam Lee on why Kalvin Phillips didn’t work out at City. Chelsea are on their way to a cup final. Liam Twomey was at Stamford Bridge for the semifinal. But will Liverpool follow? James Pearce on how Liverpool’s squad are ready for Fulham. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad ...
Jan 24, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Is Benzema set to follow Henderson out of Saudi Arabia? Guillermo Rai has the details on the transfer window's most surprising story of the day. Confusion over Mo Salah’s injury. Simon Hughes is at the Africa Cup of Nations and has the latest on the Liverpool forward's status. Chelsea prepare for their biggest game of the season. Liam Twomey previews the Blues semi final second leg against Championship side Middlesbrough. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Prod...
Jan 23, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Manchester coup as City CEO leaves… for United. David Ornstein broke the news of Manchester United’s new CEO appointment. Injured Salah is heading back to Liverpool. VAR controversy in Spain. Guillermo Rai explains why Almeria think Real Madrid “stole” 3 points. And Newcastle dig in over in-demand duo. Chris Waugh has the latest on bids for Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Jan 22, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Salah limps off at AFCON. Simon Hughes was there with the details. Gerrard signs on for more Saudi. David Ornstein broke the news, and what the extension means for the Saudi Pro League. And Toney's ready to play again. Jay Harris has the story on what Ivan Toney was doing during his ban and what to expect in his return. Host: Abi Paterson Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Ben Green Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 19, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jordan Henderson set for Ajax switch and Armando Broja could leave Chelsea. David Ornstein clarifies the truth around the latest January transfer rumours. Simon Hughes previews the big AFCON clash between hosts Ivory Coast and Nigeria. Plus we run through all the score lines you need to know from Wednesday night. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 18, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jose Mourinho’s Roma exit. James Horncastle explains why it all went wrong. Joelinton’s Newcastle blow. Chris Waugh talks about potential transfer replacements. And Sarina Wiegman’s new deal. Charlotte Harpur on what this means for the future of the Lionesses. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 17, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nottingham Forest and Everton react to breaching Premier League sustainability rules. Matt Slater on the fallout. Could Chelsea really tempt Karim Benzema to the Premier League? David Ornstein has the latest info. There were winning starts for Son and Mane, as they bid for international glory, and some familiar names walking away as FIFA’s Best. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Jan 16, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast A new era edges closer at Manchester United. Laurie Whitwell was at Old Trafford for Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s first time in attendance since striking a deal. Why were Barcelona so bad in El Clasico? Dermot Corrigan on what’s wrong in the Catalan capital. And FFP trouble for Everton and Forest. David Ornstein explains the recent financial breaches. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 15, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast How has Eric Dier ended up at Bayern Munich? Seb Stafford-Bloor explains why Dier is headed to the German champions. Barcelona set up El Clasico by winning in the Supercopa. Laia Cervello recaps Barca’s 2-0 win against Osasuna. Who could be the “next Thiago Silva” at Chelsea? Liam Twomey thinks there’s a rising young star. And can Jadon Sancho resurrect his career back in Germany? Mark Critchley on Sancho’s deteriorated relationship with Ten Hag. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Execut...
Jan 12, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Liverpool leave it late in the Carabao Cup. James Pearce was at Anfield to see Jurgen Klopp's subs change the tie against Fulham. Who is Spurs’ latest signing? James Horncastle tells all about Romanian defender Radu Dragusin. Can Barca meet Real Madrid in the Supercopa final - and could one of their top talents leave this month? Dermot Corrigan has the details. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Jan 11, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea are shocked by Boro in the Carabao Cup. Simon Johnson was at the Riverside to watch the shock unfold. No Trent for Liverpool tonight against Fulham. James Pearce brings the details on TAA's injury. And we have the latest transfer news - including Werner’s return to London. Seb Stafford Bloor explains why Timo chose Tottenham. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 10, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Manchester United make the FA Cup 4th round draw with win over Wigan. Laurie Whitwell was on hand to watch, as was Sir Dave Brailsford once more. Pochettino explains Chelsea’s transfer plans. Simon Johnson tells us what to expect from the Blues this month. As a Liverpool prospect goes on loan. James Pearce has the details on Fabio Carvalho's move to Hull. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Jan 09, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Is Jordan Henderson coming home? James Pearce has the latest on a potential Liverpool return for the former captain. Will Timo Werner redeem himself in England? Seb Stafford-Bloor looks at how Werner will fit in at Spurs. And have Arsenal got a problem? James McNicholas dives into the goal scoring issues for the Gunners. Host: Iain Macintosh Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 08, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast The European Super League is back on the agenda. Phil Buckingham on why Real Madrid and Barcelona got the ruling they wanted. Is a new striker on the way to Chelsea in January? David Ornstein has the January transfer plans of the Premier League’s top teams. And who will make the difference for Arsenal at Liverpool? Art de Roche tells us the X-factor for the Gunners. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Dec 22, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Adam Leventhal hears from The Athletic's Phil Buckingham about the news that FIFA and UEFA's rules blocking a potential European Super League have been ruled to be unlawful. So, is the Super League back from the dead? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 21, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are Liverpool ready for a title battle? After their 5-1 win over West Ham in the Carabao Cup, James Pearce looks ahead to the top of the table clash with Arsenal at the weekend. Is Harry Kane making the Bundesliga look weak? Seb Stafford Bloor watched the Englishman score his 25th goal of the season in 22 games. Plus Charlotte Harpur brings us up to speed in another dramatic night in the Women's Champions League. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer:...
Dec 21, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Newcastle trip up in the Cup. George Caulkin watched the Magpies exit another competition within the week. As Chelsea soldier on into the semi finals. Simon Johnson looks back on a successful night at Stamford Bridge. Steve Cooper becomes the second manager sacked in the Premier League this season, Paul Taylor considers his legacy and what his likely successor, Nuno Espirito Santo, might bring to the club. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Iain M...
Dec 20, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Why Real Sociedad - PSG is the must-watch CL tie. Duncan Alexander reacts to the Champions draw and explains why you need to start caring about the word "coefficient". Is Pochettino still in favour at Chelsea? Simon Johnson runs the rule over the Blues ahead of their Carabao Cup quarter final against Newcastle. Chris Waugh also joins to preview the tie from the Magpies' perspective. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more abou...
Dec 19, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Arsenal go top as Liverpool and Manchester United grind out a dull goalless draw. James Pearce and Laurie Whitwell were at Anfield. Barcelona fail to win again. How bad could this get? Dermot Corrigan reveals how much support Xavi has. And how much fun in the Bundesliga this year? Seb Stafford-Bloor takes us around the results from Germany. Host: Iain Macintosh Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 18, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Graham Potter to Manchester United - could it happen? Mark Critchley has the latest on the rumours. It’s one of the subplots ahead of the big game of the weekend as United visit Anfield. James Pearce on how Liverpool are preparing for their rivals. And it was a successful night for Premier League teams in Europe. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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