Today… Harry Kane’s chase for history. Seb Stafford-Bloor discusses Kane’s performance in Der Klassiker. Mauricio Pochettino makes his return to Tottenham. Liam Twomey on the Argentine manager’s return to Spurs. And Emma Hayes is set to leave Chelsea. David Ornstein has the latest. Host: Mike Zimmermann Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Ben Green Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 06, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… How secure is Erik ten Hag's position at Manchester United? Carl Anka has the latest on the United manager’s future. Is Arsenal’s trip to Newcastle a litmus test? Jordan Campbell describes Arsenal’s attitude after a midweek loss. And we preview Harry Kane’s first Der Klassiker. Seb Stafford-Bloor talks about the inconsistencies surrounding Bayern and Dortmund. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Ben Green Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Nov 03, 2023•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Is another home humiliation a new low for Manchester United? Mark Critchley reviews yet another 3-0 home defeat for the red side of Manchester while Chris Waugh details the rather more united Newcastle side of events. Is it another opportunity missed for Arsenal? Jordan Campbell watched the Gunners crash out of the Carabao Cup. Is Ivan Toney for sale come January? Jay Harris tells us why the England striker may not get his wish. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Exe...
Nov 02, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Could a Cup win ease the heat on Erik Ten Hag? Mark Critchley previews their increasingly more vital match against Newcastle United in the League Cup. Will Everton be on the end of a 12-point deduction? Paddy Boyland brings us up to date with the Toffees' situation. Do we need to pencil in another winter World Cup in Saudi Arabia? Matt Slater has the details from Tuesday's announcement. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more ...
Nov 01, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lionel Messi makes history. Again. Whilst it was no surprise to see the Argentinian pick up the Ballon d'Or, Felipe Cardenas looks at why this ceremony signalled a changing of the guard. There were no surprises on the women's side as Aitana Bonmati adds yet another trophy to her growing collection. Sophie Penney tells us why she was the deserving recipient. We have the latest on the search for the father of Liverpool player Luis Diaz. Luke Bosher has the update. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Abi Pa...
Oct 31, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Manchester is blue after the big derby goes City’s way. Sam Lee and Dan Sheldon recap the match from Old Trafford. Liverpool win at home yet again. James Peace reacts to an impressive performance from Jurgen Klopp’s team. And Jude Bellingham stars in one of world football’s grandest games. Dermot Corrigan on Jude Bellingham’s historic rise. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Ben Green Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Can Newcastle cope without their most expensive signing of the summer? Jacob Whitehead has the details of Sandro Tonali’s ban. Can Spurs handle the heat at the top? Charlie Eccleshare previews Tottenham’s Friday night match against Crystal Palace. And who’s going to triumph in the Manchester derby? We hear from both sides of the city, as Laurie Whitwell and Sam Lee look ahead to the red-blue divide. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more a...
Oct 27, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Who stood out in Wednesday’s Champions League action? Peter Rutzler watched PSG dominate AC Milan. What did Newcastle learn in defeat to Dortmund? George Caulkin has the debrief. Can managerless Ajax turn their horrendous form around against Brighton? Carl Anka has the story from the Dutch giants and their turbulent season. Host: Mike Zimmermann Producer: Abi Paterson Exec Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 26, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andre Onana saves the day. Laurie Whitwell was at Old Trafford to see Manchester United pick up their first points in Europe. Gabriel Jesus stars as Arsenal beat Sevilla. James McNicholas joins to tell us all about the Gunners' victory. And despite uncertainty around Tonali, Newcastle look to continue their unbeaten start in Europe. Jacob Whitehead previews their match against Borussia Dortmund. Host: Abi Paterson Producer: Mike Zimmermann Exec Prod: Ben Green Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Oct 25, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are Spurs title contenders? Tim Spiers was at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to watch the North London side return to the top of the table. Can Manchester United grab their first Champions League points? Mark Critchley previews United's match against FC Copenhagen. Can Arsenal restart their European campaign? James McNicholas is in Seville ahead of Arsenal's tricky tie. Host: Mike Zimmermann Producer: Abi Paterson Exec Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Oct 24, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Just two points separate the top five in the Premier League. Jacob Tanswell on Aston Villa’s climb up the table. Who won between two Italian giants? James Horncastle breaks down Juventus v AC Milan. And football pays tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton. Michael Walker remembers the icon. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 23, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Is this the end for Neymar? Nick Miller tells us about the road ahead for the Brazilian superstar. What’s in store as Chelsea meet Arsenal? We check in with Nnamdi Onyeagwara and Liam Twomey ahead of the London Derby. Which games deserve your attention this weekend? A run-through of the best storylines to follow. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Could Newcastle’s 55 million pound signing be suspended from football? Jacob Whitehead with the latest reporting on Sandro Tonali. Will Manchester United vote on selling part of the club today? Dan Sheldon tells us what we need to know. And are Liverpool ready for a Merseyside derby? Gregg Evans discusses the challenges facing the Reds ahead of Saturday. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
Oct 19, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Why are Italy at risk of missing another major tournament? James Horncastle explains the Azzurri’s transition period. England are heading to the 2024 Euros in Germany. Tim Spiers was at Wembley for the clinching matching. How patient do Man United fans need to be over their potential new investors? Matt Slater goes behind the business. Are Barcelona still in trouble over alleged corruption involving Spain’s referees? Pol Ballús has the latest. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmerman...
Oct 18, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Why are England fans booing Jordan Henderson? Tim Spiers has the answers. Why are Italy without two of their best players? James Horncastle tells us everything we need to know about the Italian betting scandal. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 17, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Another twist in Manchester United takeover saga. Mark Critchley has the latest details. Scotland qualify for the Euros. Jordan Campbell on what it means to the country and federation. And late drama in the WSL. Jessy Parker Humphreys was at the Emirates for Arsenal’s late comeback. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 16, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… As England prepare to play Australia - the PL and FA comment on Israel and Palestine. Tim Spiers has the latest. Spain strengthen their Euro 2024 chances, as Scotland are made to wait. Dermot Corrigan was at the match in Seville. And no Old Trafford at the UK and Ireland EURO 2028 - why? Danny Taylor explains. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 13, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast As the competitive internationals get underway, Thursday's Euro 2024 qualifying action is headlined by Spain versus Scotland, the latter of whom just need a point to qualify for the tournament. Jordan Campbell and Dermot Corrigan preview what's on the table for both sides. Over the Atlantic there's plenty of action too with the South American World Cup qualifiers which see Colombia taking on Uruguay (or Luis Dias v Darwin Nunez for Liverpool fans) and Messi's Argentina face Paraguay. While the U...
Oct 12, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast How should Eden Hazard be remembered? Michael Cox looks back on the Belgian's career. Why is Howard Webb bringing up that VAR incident again? Phil Buckingham watched 'Match Officials Mic'd Up' so you didn't have to. Who is Johan Lange - the technical director appointed by the Premier League leaders? Charlie Eccleshare tells us about the man taking over from Fabio Paratici. What happened in Manchester United Women's first ever Champions League match? Carl Anka was there to watch. Host: Michael Ba...
Oct 10, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast UEFA are set to announce the hosts for Euro 2028. Matt Slater is in Nyon, Switzerland, for the announcement and tells us what to expect from UEFA HQ. Is Wayne Rooney heading to Birmingham? Tom Burrows has been following the story. And what does Lionel Messi do with no club games for the next four months? Inter Miami can no longer make the play offs so Jeff Rueter maps out what might happen for the Argentinian over the coming months. Host: Tim Spiers Producers: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Ex...
Oct 10, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Do Arsenal believe they can win the title? Amy Lawrence on the Gunners’ huge win against Manchester City. Why do Manchester City keep losing? Sam Lee tells us how important the absence of Rodri is. And who has become La Liga’s youngest ever goalscorer? Pol Ballús has the story of Lamine Yamal. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 09, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Daily Football Briefing is a 15 minute bitesize podcast that brings you up to speed every weekday morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 06, 2023•2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Is Gravenberch finding his feet at Liverpool? James Pearce reacts to the newest Red’s breakout performance. What else caught the eye in last night’s European action? Liam Tharme and Jacob Tanswell check in after Brighton and Aston Villa underwhelm. And are Man City really in prime shape ahead of facing Arsenal? Mark Critchley thinks they could struggle in the midfield… Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Oct 06, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the Champions League, Newcastle thrashed PSG. Hear reaction from both sides with Jacob Whitehead and Peter Rutzler at St James' Park The 2030 World Cup goes to six countries. Matt Slater explains why and what this means for 2034. And Liverpool want a Spurs replay, so Jurgen Klopp says. James Pearce was there to hear the Liverpool boss speak. Host: Adam Leventhal Producers: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Oct 05, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast What now for Manchester United’s Champions League hopes? Laurie Whitwell was at Old Trafford to watch United succumb to another European defeat. Is Bukayo Saka’s untouchable run over? The forward was subbed off after 34 minutes, Abi Paterson has the latest on Saka's latest knock. How are Newcastle feeling ahead of their match with PSG? George Caulkin looks ahead to Newcastle's first home Champions League fixture in 20 years. And PGMOL release the VAR audio from Luis Diaz's disallowed goal. Host:...
Oct 04, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mudryk scores his first Chelsea goal. Simon Johnson was at Craven Cottage to watch the young Ukrainian get on the scoresheet. Liverpool demand VAR answers. Tom Burrows has been investigating the Reds' legal options against PGMOL And the Champions League returns tonight with pick of the ties seeing Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti return to former side Napoli. James Horncastle previews the fixture. Host: Tim Spiers Producers: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh Learn ...
Oct 03, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today… Are Spurs title contenders? Liam Tharme breaks down Tottenham’s emotional win against Liverpool and if they showed enough to stay in the title race. Can VAR be fixed? Nick Miller dives into the Video Assistant Referee issues and how they can be fixed. And how low can Manchester United go? After another woeful performance, Laurie Whitwell tells us what is going on at Old Trafford. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices...
Oct 02, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Liverpool and Spurs have had summer resets and face each other at the weekend to really put those shifts to the test. Tim Spiers and Caoimhe O’Neill look at the changes made from last season. Barcelona and Sevilla are the highlight of La Liga this weekend. Dermot Corrigan joins to discuss how Xavi will shuffle the midfield with De Jong injured. And it's a huge day for football gamers! Mark Critchley explains the EA Sports rebrand from FIFA to EA FC. Host: Adam Leventhal Producers: Mike Zimmerman...
Sep 29, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast What is going on with Napoli and Victor Osimhen? James Horncastle has the details on the couple of TikToks that the club released appearing to mock their own player. What happened in Wednesday's football? The quadruple is off for City after their loss to Newcastle, there at St James' Park was Mark Critchley and Felipe Cardenas was on Inter Miami watch at the US Open Cup Final. Why might Aston Villa not be fit to wear their own shirts? Gregg Evans has the story on why Villa aren't too happy with ...
Sep 28, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast What did we learn from Manchester United's win over Crystal Palace? From Old Trafford Carl Anka tells us all about Garnacho, Mount, and what this means for United's next match against, checks notes, Crystal Palace. How is Pochettino prepping Chelsea for Brighton? By discussing the owners' regular visits to the dressing room after matches, as Liam Twomey explains. Why has Red Bull given Salzburg zings?! Nick Miller made the journey to Austria to watch a rivalry 18 years in the making take place a...
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