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Why do Wolves want Vitor Pereira?
16 december 2024 · 34 min
Sacking season is in full flow. Russell Martin departed Southampton, hours after Gary O’Neil was shown the door at Wolves. Three wins between these teams, 76 goals conceded. It has been coming. Lees meer
Today, we focus on Wolves, who look set to appoint Vitor Pereira.
So… just how much relegation danger are they in?
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Tim Spiers, Phil Hay and David Novo
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Mike Stavrou and Guy Clarke
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The Story of the Guinea Stadium Disaster
15 december 2024 · 33 min
On December 1, one of the world’s worst stadium disasters unfolded. At the Stade du 3 Avril in Nzerekore, Guinea, a devastating crush led to chaos and, according to officials, the deaths of 56 people. But domestic human rights organisations believe they have verified that at least 135 people lost their lives that day. Lees meer
The Athletic travelled to Nzerekore to visit the stadium, analyse what happened and speak to eyewitnesses and relatives of those involved. They are grieving and searching for the truth.
Content Warning: This show contains reporting that some listeners may find upsetting
Host: Adam Leventhal
Producer: Abi Paterson
News reporting: Channel 4, France News, Sky News
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The Preview - Man City vs Man Utd
13 december 2024 · 40 min
Manchester City writer Sam Lee, Manchester writer Mark Citchley and tactics writer Thom Harris join Michael Bailey for a Manchester derby roundtable. Lees meer
With Pep Guardiola's side picking up just one win in their last 10 games, the panel dissect why it's still going wrong and look at whether Sunday's game presents an opportunity to bounce back.
Manchester United have lost their last two Premier League games - but after coming from behind to win in Plzeň - are Ruben Amorim's side showing signs of moving in the right direction?
Plus, we look at the fixtures elsewhere with drop ins from the club podcasts across The Athletic FC.
Host: Michael Bailey
With: Sam Lee, Mark Citchley, Thom Harris
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Is Saudi Arabia a good choice for the World Cup?
12 december 2024 · 48 min
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 Men’s World Cup after running unopposed. Lees meer
So why has FIFA allowed this to happen? What are the wider controversies surrounding their bid?
And could Saudi Arabia actually be a good choice for a World Cup?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater, Jacob Whitehead
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Will Tottenham stick with Project Postecoglou?
11 december 2024 · 34 min
Spurs have lost 19 of their last 43 matches in the Premier League, and their most recent defeat against Chelsea was particularly damaging. Lees meer
So have Spurs evolved under Ange Postecoglou?
And will he be given the time to turn their season around?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Jack Pitt-Brooke and Charlie Eccleshare
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Has Maresca turned Chelsea into title contenders?
10 december 2024 · 39 min
At the weekend, Chelsea overcame their biggest test yet under Enzo Maresca. Lees meer
The 4-3 win away at their bitter rivals Tottenham has seen them go up to second place in the table.
So, are Chelsea “back” - and are they real title contenders?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Phil Hay and Liam Twomey
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Inside Ashworth's shock Man United exit
9 december 2024 · 47 min
After just five months, Dan Ashworth has left his role as sporting director at Manchester United Lees meer
So why has he gone, and what does it say about the new leadership at the club?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein, Adam Crafton, Laurie Whitwell
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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The Preview - Tottenham vs Chelsea
6 december 2024 · 41 min
After defeat on the South Coast, Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham host in form Chelsea. Lees meer
In a fixture that saw five goals scored, five goals disallowed, eight yellow cards, two reds and nine VAR checks in the first half alone last season, are we set up for similar chaos this year?
Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea are firing on all cylinders, having scored 57 goals in 22 matches in all competitions this campaign. While Spurs are as unpredictable as ever, following up their 4-0 victory at The Etihad by dropping points against Fulham and Bournemouth.
After losing support from the fans midweek, how significant is Sunday’s game for Ange Postecoglou? Can Chelsea make a statement in their push for top four, or perhaps more?
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Tim Spiers, Jon Mackenzie
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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When is the best time to sack a manager?
5 december 2024 · 41 min
So far just two Premier League managers have been shown the door this season, with Erik Ten Hag and Steve Cooper having been sacked. Lees meer
But as we head toward the January transfer market, who else could follow Manchester United and Leicester City’s lead?
And just when is the right time to sack a manager?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Stu James and lead writer of The Athletic FC newsletter Phil Hay to discuss the situations around both Julen Lopetegui and Gary O'Neil at West Ham United and Wolves, while Leicester City correspondent Rob Tanner explains Leicester's decision to swap Cooper for Ruud van Nistelrooy.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Stu James, Phil Hay and Rob Tanner
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Inside the transfer window with David Ornstein
4 december 2024 · 34 min
We’re taking you inside the 2025 transfer market to explain the deals that are being worked on across both the winter and summer windows. Lees meer
This includes the players who could arrive and the ones who could be on their way out, across the Premier League and beyond.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Is Amorim ready for his first big test against Arsenal?
3 december 2024 · 39 min
So Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United have got off to a decent start, with two wins and one draw so far. Lees meer
But how are they going to handle a visit to Arsenal this week?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Carl Anka, Art de Roché, Phil Hay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Is Man City's title race over already?
2 december 2024 · 36 min
As Liverpool moved 9 points clear at the top of the Premier League after a comfortable victory over Manchester City Anfield serenaded Pep Guardiola with "you're getting sacked in the morning". Lees meer
So after four league titles on the bounce is City’s title race over already?
Having been at Anfield for The Athletic both Man City writer Sam Lee and Liverpool writer James Pearce join Ayo Akinwolere as well as The Athletic FC's newsletter lead writer Phil Hay.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Pearce, Sam Lee and Phil Hay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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The Preview - Liverpool vs Man City
29 november 2024 · 45 min
A major weekend of action kicks off on Friday evening, culminating in a massive game in the title race, as Liverpool welcome Manchester City. Lees meer
Arne Slot's Reds have 17 wins from 19 games in all competitions, while Pep Guardiola's side are coming off the back of 3 Premier League defeats in a row - as many as they’d lost in their previous 47. Can Pep turn things around? Or will Liverpool go 11 points clear?
Elsewhere, big battles at the bottom for Palace, Southampton and Ipswich and what on earth will we get from Spurs?
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers, Oli Kay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Is Serie A the most electrifying league in Europe?
28 november 2024 · 37 min
Ahead of this weekend’s games the top five teams in Italy are separated by just one point. Lees meer
Added to that, the last five seasons have seen four different clubs end as champions.
So, why is Serie A so competitive and it is Europe’s most entertaining league?
The Athletic's James Horncastle joins Ayo Akinwolere to discuss the start to the Italian season with Jordan Campbell also dropping by having recently written for The Athletic about The Scots thriving in Italy.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Horncastle and Jordan Campbell
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Is Aston Villa's Champions League run hurting them?
27 november 2024 · 34 min
Aston Villa are exceeding expectations in the Champions League, but it’s seems to have come at a cost. Lees meer
Their form has dipped in the Premier League, leaving them eighth in the table.
So, can sides like Villa stop themselves becoming victims of their own success?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Jacob Tanswell and Thom Harris
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Premier League APT changes - what does it all mean?
26 november 2024 · 42 min
Last week, Premier League clubs voted in favour of amendments to the associated party transaction rules. Lees meer
After labelling the rules ‘discriminatory and distortive’ back in June, Manchester City were one of four clubs to vote against the adjustments.
So what exactly has changed, and which clubs will benefit?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater, Jacob Whitehead
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Will Liverpool give Salah what he wants?
25 november 2024 · 37 min
"I'm probably more out than in," Mohamed Salah said on his future, after another match-winning performance against Southampton. Lees meer
His goals mean Liverpool are now eight points clear at the top of the Premier League
So will Salah be offered a contract that will keep him at Anfield?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Pearce, Simon Hughes and Mark Carey
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Sudan: Football and the Forgotten War
24 november 2024 · 46 min
In April 2023, civil war broke out in Sudan. It continues to this day leaving in its wake the worst humanitarian crisis in the world, according to the United Nations. Lees meer
Despite this, Sudan’s national football team has qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations in 2025 and tops its World Cup qualification group.
They are a source of hope to a nation left in ruins.
In this special episode of The Athletic FC Documentary we’ll take you into the war torn country where amateur matches continue amid the shelling, and football grounds have become burial grounds.
At a refugee camp in neighbouring Chad, we’ll hear of the horrors of war and how football is helping children there.
And hear how geo political influence, immigration and perilous journeys over land and sea are part of this journey with Sudan, football and a war struggling to be seen and heard.
Credits
Written and presented by Adam Leventhal
Produced by Abi Paterson
Additional reporting in collaboration with Tom Rhodes and Zemenfes Goudos GebreMikael
Featuring footage from beIN Sport, Al Jazeera, British Pathé, Sky News, Fairshot, SuperSport, Sudan FA
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The Preview - Man City vs Tottenham
22 november 2024 · 49 min
Manchester City host Tottenham at the Etihad, the first game since Pep Guardiola announced he’ll be staying in Manchester a little longer. Lees meer
Tottenham were beaten at home to Ipswich last time out, while Manchester City are four games without a win in all competitions — the panel assess which side look better placed to bounce back.
All that plus a look at the fixtures elsewhere with drop ins from the club podcasts across our network.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers, Nick Miller
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Mike Stavrou & Jay Beale
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Has FPL transformed how we watch football?
21 november 2024 · 34 min
Today we’re talking; captains, differentials, and when to wildcard. You know it. We’re talking Fantasy Premier League aka FPL. Lees meer
So, how has a fantasy game changed the way we watch football?
Host Ayo Akinwolere
Guest, Sam Bonfield. Mark Critchley
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Inside Guardiola's decision to stay at Man City
20 november 2024 · 27 min
Pep Guardiola has agreed to extend his contract as Manchester City manager Lees meer
So why has he decided to stay and will he be able to build another team to dominate the Premier League?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Sam Lee and Pol Ballus
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Are Real Madrid worse with Mbappe?
19 november 2024 · 31 min
Today’s focus is on Kylian Mbappe’s stuttering start to life at Real Madrid Lees meer
Has the big-money move made Madrid worse?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Dermot Corrigan and Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Who are the billionaires that own Premier League clubs?
18 november 2024 · 43 min
This week across The Athletic we’re focusing on the people that own the 20 clubs that make up the Premier League. Lees meer
So who are they? How much does it cost? and what do they get in return?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Matt Slater and Adam Crafton is assess and debate how the nature of Premier League ownership has changed since the league's inception.
Phil Buckingham also drops in to discuss his article on how much each ownership group has invested since taking control of their respective clubs as well as the impact the likes of Abu Dhabi's wealth has had at Manchester City.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater, Adam Crafton and Phil Buckingham
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Is the Premier League stronger than ever?
15 november 2024 · 35 min
We’re eleven games into the season, today we’ll be assessing the table – and asking the question – is the quality of the Premier League the best it’s ever been? Lees meer
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers, Nick Miller
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Is Kane right about England dropouts?
14 november 2024 · 32 min
England have had nine players drop out of their squad ahead of their matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland. Lees meer
Captain Harry Kane is not impressed speaking out about the importance of playing for the national team.
So is Kane right? Outside of major tournaments is international football respected?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Phil Hay, Jack Pitt-Brooke, Chris Waugh and Nick Miller
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Are Roma Europe's most chaotic club?
13 november 2024 · 31 min
Roma have sacked a second manager in less than two months and are now in talks to bring former coach Claudio Ranieri out of retirement. Lees meer
So… can Ranieri stabilise the turbulent Italian club?
And what is the latest on Roma’s owners, The Friedkin Group, and their proposed takeover of Everton?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Horncastle and Paddy Boyland
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Is Project Messi working in the U.S.?
12 november 2024 · 32 min
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami crashed out of the MLS Cup in the first round of the playoffs. Lees meer
So what now for Messi and Miami after being granted a place in the Club World Cup?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Felipe Cardenas and Phil Hay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Is Angeball working at Tottenham?
11 november 2024 · 33 min
After another defeat Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou was quick to accept responsibility following their 2-1 home loss to Ipswich Town. Lees meer
So why are the Spurs so inconsistent and what can they do to fix it?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Charlie Eccleshare and Phil Hay to analyse Spurs' start to the season with Jon Mackenzie also dropping in to analyse their underlying numbers in comparison to last season's lightning-fast start.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Phil Hay, Charlie Eccleshare and Jon Mackenzie
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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The Preview - Liverpool vs Aston Villa
8 november 2024 · 39 min
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Is Viktor Gyokeres ready for the Premier League?
7 november 2024 · 39 min
As demonstrated in the Champions League this week Viktor Gyokeres is European football's in-form striker. Lees meer
The Sporting striker's hat-trick against Man City puts him on 23 goals in all competitions already this season.
So, after failing to break through at Brighton, could Gyokeres finally be ready for the Premier League?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Liam Tharme and Mark Carey to look at the numbers behind Gyokeres incredible season while David Novo, from Portuguese publication Record, gives the perspective from Portugal.
Plus, former Coventry City assistant manager Adi Viveash also shares his account of working with the Swedish striker closely and helping to develop his game prior to his move to Sporting.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Liam Tharme, Mark Carey, David Novo and Adi Viveash
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Edu's Arsenal exit
6 november 2024 · 34 min
Edu has resigned as Arsenal’s Sporting Director and is expected to join Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ portfolio of clubs. Lees meer
So why has Edu left the Gunners at a critical point of their project under Mikel Arteta?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein and Art de Roché
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Has Slot made Liverpool forget Alonso?
5 november 2024 · 34 min
While their rivals faltered around them on the weekend, Arne Slot’s machine increased their lead at the top of the Premier League. Lees meer
As Xabi Alonso, who was the early favourite to replace Jurgen Klopp, arrives at Anfield in the Champions League… how different might life have looked for both Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Pearce and Seb Stafford-Bloor
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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How significant is Man City’s defeat?
4 november 2024 · 38 min
So Man City suffered defeat in the Premier League for the first time this season away at Bournemouth on Saturday. Lees meer
Added to that, ahead of the game manager Pep Guardiola outlined their mounting injury list, so how much trouble are City in - and could the demands of the season lead to a more open title race?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Oli Kay and The Athletic FC newsletter’s lead writer Phil Hay to analyse the champions start to the season. Man City writer Sam Lee explains the context of their injury list.
As well as that senior data analyst Mark Carey drops in to provide context to the state of the table after 10 games and NBA Daily host Dave DuFour has his say on Guardiola drawing comparisons to NBA over fixture congestion.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Oli Kay, Phil Hay and Mark Carey
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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The Preview - Man United vs Chelsea
1 november 2024 · 41 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where each week we go deep on the biggest game of the weekend. Lees meer
This week — we’re focusing on Manchester United against Chelsea.
In the first Premier League game since Erik ten Hag's sacking, interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy will be looking to get his side back on track.
But with the chance to go nine points clear of United, can Enzo Maresca make a statement in Chelsea's bid for Champions League football?
Plus, we look at the fixtures elsewhere with drop ins from the club podcasts across our network.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers, Jon Mackenzie
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Inside Amorim's move to Man United
31 oktober 2024 · 45 min
Manchester United have reached an agreement to make Ruben Amorim their head coach. Lees meer
So how did the deal come about and is Amorim more suited to succeed at Man United than Erik ten Hag?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Laurie Whitwell, David Novo, Mark Critchley, Andy Mitten
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Nick Thomson
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Real Madrid's Ballon d'Or boycott
30 oktober 2024 · 32 min
Real Madrid were expecting Vinicius Junior to win the Ballon d’Or on Monday night, but it didn’t go their way. Lees meer
The decision prompted Madrid to cancel their trip to Paris and effectively boycott the event.
So.. have Real overreacted? And are they facing bigger problems on the pitch?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Dermot Corrigan and Phil Hay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Are Chelsea lacking leaders?
29 oktober 2024 · 35 min
Things are looking good for Chelsea in the Premier League. Lees meer
Despite this, their manager Enzo Maresca has urged captain Reece James to show more leadership.
So is a “proper leader” what Chelsea are missing?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Liam Twomey and Phil Hay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Man United sack Ten Hag: Why now & what next?
28 oktober 2024 · 31 min
Erik ten Hag has been sacked as Manchester United manager having won just four games from 14 in all competitions at the start of this season. Lees meer
So, why now and what next for Man United?
The Athletic's David Ornstein, who broke the story along with Adam Crafton, drops in to reveal the detail within United's decision while Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critchley to analyse the decision to let Ten Hag go.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critchley
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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The Preview - Arsenal vs Liverpool
25 oktober 2024 · 38 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where each week we go deep on the biggest game of the weekend. Lees meer
This week — we’re focusing on Arsenal vs Liverpool.
Plus, we look at the fixtures elsewhere with drop ins from the club podcasts across our network.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers, Nick Miller, Michael Cox, James Pearce
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Are Tottenham's owners looking to sell?
24 oktober 2024 · 37 min
With Tottenham on the lookout for potential new investors this week has seen speculation intensify around the possibility of Amanda Staveley, who brokered the Saudi Public Investment fund takeover of Newcastle United, setting her sights on Spurs. Lees meer
But would Spurs be able to spend enough to make a difference on the pitch?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic Matt Slater and Jack Pitt-Brooke to discuss Tottenham’s need for external funding, the role of Daniel Levy and how any investor would fit into the current power dynamic at Spurs as well as assessing the type of profile that would suit them.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater and Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Has Klopp damaged his legacy by joining Red Bull?
23 oktober 2024 · 36 min
Jurgen Klopp has a new job, but it’s not in management. Lees meer
The former Liverpool manager begins work as Red Bull’s head of global soccer from January 1, 2025.
So how has a football ‘romantic’ ended up working for one of the world’s biggest corporations?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Simon Hughes
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Are Flick’s Barcelona as good as they look?
22 oktober 2024 · 34 min
10 games into the La Liga season it’s Barcelona who sit top, after a convincing 5-1 demolition of Sevilla on Sunday. Lees meer
With Bayern Munich and Real Madrid to come, this week looks set to test Barca’s newfound resolve under Hansi Flick
So, are Barcelona back?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan to discuss Flick's start to life in Barcelona as well as their financial position before Barcelona writer Pol Ballus drops in having been at the manager's media conference ahead of Wednesday night's Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.
Reading Barcelona’s accounts – and why a ‘€12m profit’ is actually a €91m loss
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Dermot Corrigan and Pol Ballus
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Will Arsenal's "silly mistakes" harm their title challenge?
21 oktober 2024 · 29 min
As Declan Rice said after Arsenal’s 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth at the weekend, the team are making "silly mistakes”. Lees meer
So, can Arsenal still be title contenders if they keep making these mistakes?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Phil Hay and James McNicholas
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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The Preview - Liverpool vs Chelsea
18 oktober 2024 · 38 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where each week we go deep on the biggest game of the weekend. Lees meer
This week — we’re focusing on Liverpool vs Chelsea.
This should be an intriguing tactical battle - Arne Slot's reds boast the best defensive record so far, while Enzo Maresca's blues top the charts for xG from open play.
Plus, we look at the fixtures elsewhere with drop ins from the club podcasts across our network.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Jon Mackenzie, Luke Bosher
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Is Jhon Duran the Premier League's next superstar?
17 oktober 2024 · 36 min
Jhon Duran just can't stop scoring! Lees meer
Another goal off the bench for Colombia during the international break makes adds to the six goals he already has for Aston Villa this season, with six of those coming off the bench.
So how does he go from supersub to starter?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Aston Villa writer Jacob Tanswell and senior data analyst Mark Carey to delve into Duran's role, character and potential with the 20-year-old Colombian quickly emerging as one of the Premier League's most talked about players.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Jacob Tanswell and Mark Carey
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Why England chose Tuchel
16 oktober 2024 · 44 min
England have chosen a permanent successor to Gareth Southgate. Lees meer
So why has Thomas Tuchel been chosen and does he offer the best chance of winning the World Cup?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein, Jack Pitt-Brooke, Liam Twomey and Phil Hay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou, Jay Beale and Guy Clarke
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Why INEOS ended Ferguson's Man United contract
15 oktober 2024 · 34 min
Adam Crafton exclusively revealed that Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United ambassadorial contract has been ended by the club. Lees meer
So why have INEOS taken this decision?
And with Erik ten Hag back at work after the international break - does this mean the owners have also taken a decision on the manager?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton, Laurie Whitwell and Phil Hay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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Would Guardiola manage England?
14 oktober 2024 · 33 min
As things stand, Pep Guardiola’s contract expires at Manchester City at the end of the season.. Lees meer
Meanwhile, the English Football Association are still to announce a permanent replacement for Gareth Southgate.
So, is there any chance Guardiola would manage England?
The Athletic's senior football writer Oli Kay and Man City writer Sam Lee join Ayo Akinwolere to discuss Guardiola's future as well as England's search for a permanent successor.
England writer Jack Pitt-Brooke also drops by following the 3-1 win over Finland to assess Lee Carsley's position as interim head coach.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Oli Kay and Sam Lee
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Premier League Review: Assessing every club so far
11 oktober 2024 · 1 uur 1 min
Adam Leventhal is joined by Tim Spiers and Jon Mackenzie to assess the opening seven gameweeks of the 24/25 Premier League season. Lees meer
The panel discuss all 20 teams; reflecting on Arne Slot's impressive start, the contrasting playing styles of Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola, the race for Europe led by Chelsea and Villa, and the four sides still yet to win a game.
Plus - Brentford's fast starts, Spurs' collapse at Brighton, Forest exceeding expectations and much more.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers, Jon Mackenzie
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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What now for Paul Pogba?
10 oktober 2024 · 31 min
He was once the most expensive player in world football but last year Paul Pogba saw his career in tatters after being handed a four-year suspension for a doping violation. Lees meer
Now having seen that ban reduced to 18-months he could be in line for a return to action in March.
So what is next for Pogba?
James Horncastle and Oli Kay are alongside Ayo Akinwolere to talk about Pogba’s ban being reduced, Juventus’ response and what could unfold between now and the Frenchman being able to return to competitive action.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Horncastle and Oli Kay
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
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