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The Preview: Aston Villa v Arsenal
5 december 2025 · 45 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week we're looking ahead to the biggest games of MW15. Lees meer
Tim Spiers and Cerys Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the midweek action and preview Wolves vs Manchester United, Bournemouth vs Chelsea, Leeds United vs Liverpool, and Sunderland vs Manchester City.
Plus, the leagues most in form team meet the league leaders as Aston Villa host Arsenal and Thomas Frank faces his old side as Spurs take on Brentford.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Tim Spiers & Cerys Jones
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Is Declan Rice the Premier League's best midfielder?
4 december 2025 · 37 min
Arsenal continue to set the pace in the Premier League, but there was a minor scare at the Emirates as Declan Rice was forced off against Brentford. Lees meer
So, how important is he for Arsenal?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Art De Roche and Carl Anka
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Are Spurs fans losing faith in Frank?
3 december 2025 · 45 min
Tuesday night saw goals galore in the Premier League. Lees meer
Nine at Craven Cottage as Manchester City edged a 5-4 win over Fulham - including Erling Haaland’s 100th.
And at St James’ Park - there was a last minute equaliser from Cristian Romero, earning Spurs a point.So why are Newcastle dropping points so often, and why can’t Spurs create chances?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Chris Waugh, Charlie Eccleshare, Dan Kilpatrick, Jordan Campbell
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson
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Man United's midfield wishlist for 2026
2 december 2025 · 40 min
It’s now less than a month until the January transfer window opens. Lees meer
Manchester United are in pursuit of a new midfielder, with Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba among the names being considered.
So will they finally fix their midfield in 2026?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Mark Critchley, Laurie Whitwell
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson
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Will Chelsea's lack of discipline cost them?
1 december 2025 · 36 min
Chelsea took a point against Arsenal despite, yet again, being down to ten men. Lees meer
So, will their ill-discipline stop them being title contenders?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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The Preview: Chelsea vs Arsenal
28 november 2025 · 37 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Chelsea vs Arsenal. Lees meer
Which side will make the bigger statement with a win? Does Enzo Maresca have to start Estevao? Who would the panel have in their side out of Rice and Caicedo?
Mark Critchley and Cerys Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Crystal Palace vs Manchester United, Spurs vs Fulham, and West Ham vs Liverpool.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Mark Critchley & Cerys Jones
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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Why Bayern are still Arsenal's main European rivals
27 november 2025 · 44 min
In the battle of two of Europe’s heavyweights it was Arsenal who came out on top. Lees meer
So, how much damage does a first defeat of the season do to Vincent Kompany’s Bayern?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Kev Hatchard
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Vinicius vs Xabi Alonso: what's going on?
26 november 2025 · 37 min
Real Madrid are top of La Liga and have won three from four in the Champions League, but there’s always drama around the corner at the Bernabeu. Lees meer
Vinicius Junior has told the club he doesn’t want to renew his contract while his relationship with head coach Xabi Alonso remains strained.
So… who will end up winning this battle: star player or head coach?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Mario Cortegana, Dermot Corrigan, Jack Lang
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson, Liam Warburton
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Is Slot under pressure at Liverpool?
25 november 2025 · 37 min
After six defeats in their last seven Premier League matches, reigning champions Liverpool sit 12th in the league. Lees meer
Supporters streamed out of Anfield when Nottingham Forest’s third goal went in on Saturday.
So is Arne Slot’s position at risk?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Jon Mackenzie and Oli Kay
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Liam Warburton, Nick Thomson
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Has Arsenal’s recruitment set them apart?
24 november 2025 · 35 min
Arsenal are six points clear at the top of the Premier League with Eberechi Eze playing a starring role. Lees meer
So, how important has their summer business been?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton and James McNicholas
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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The Preview: Arsenal vs Spurs
21 november 2025 · 40 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Arsenal vs Spurs. Lees meer
Which side is under more pressure to win? Who replaces Gabriel? Where can Spurs hurt Arsenal?
Reuben Pinder and Alexander Barker join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Newcastle vs Manchester City, Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest, and Manchester United vs Everton.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Reuben Pinder & Alexander Barker
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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Ornstein transfer latest: Is Semenyo on the move?
20 november 2025 · 36 min
Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo has a £65m release clause - as revealed by The Athletic's David Ornstein. Lees meer
He could be on the move in January.
So who wants him? And where will he go?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein, Carl Anka, Dan Kilpatrick and Dean Holden
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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World Cup 2026: Who has qualified + are the hosts ready?
19 november 2025 · 47 min
The 2026 World Cup is almost set. We now know 42 out of the 48 teams going to next year’s tournament. Lees meer
With the draw just around the corner, we're looking at who has qualified already, who is yet to qualify, and what a 48-team World Cup will look like.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Jack Pitt-Brooke, Felipe Cardenas, Adam Crafton
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Liam Warburton, Nick Thomson
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Meet the man expected to fix English football
18 november 2025 · 44 min
Today we bring you an audio exclusive with David Kogan, Chair of the Independent Football Regulator. Lees meer
A role that makes him one of the most powerful people in English football.
So what powers will he actually have, and what difference will they make to fans of clubs in the Premier League and beyond?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater and David Kogan
Executive Producers: Adey Moorhead and Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke, Jay Beale and Paul Iliffe
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The future of watching football
17 november 2025 · 43 min
A week ago we released a documentary about illegal streaming. It’s fair to say, you’ve had a lot to say about it. Lees meer
So, today we’re going to answer your questions, and look to the future of watching football.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Adam Crafton and Matt Slater
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Premier League review: The biggest surprises so far
14 november 2025 · 40 min
We’re eleven games into the 2025/26 Premier League season. Arsenal are top, Man City are clinging to their coat tails, Sunderland are in the Champions League places and just four points separate 2nd from 9th. Lees meer
Meanwhile Newcastle are languishing in 14th, Fulham’s top scorer is own goals, West Ham and Nottingham Forest are in the relegation zone and Wolves sit rock bottom, still yet to win a game.
So, is this the most unpredictable the Premier League has been in recent years?
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Tim Spiers & Megan Feringa
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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Cesc Fabregas, data, and Disney: Inside Como
13 november 2025 · 38 min
Como 1907 are one of the most intriguing clubs in modern football. They have gone from Serie D to Serie A in just six years, backed by billionaire owners they have ambitious plans to grow the Como brand and emulate a Disney model. Lees meer
In this show we're talking to Mirwan Suwarso, President of Como 1907 about how the club rose to the top and their plans to sustain their success. You'll hear all about manager Cesc Fabregas's involvement in succession planning, their data-led recruitment strategy, and insight into plans for their match abroad against AC Milan.
We also talk fashion, Suwarso's surprising LinkedIn account, and Como's gorgeous lakeside stadium.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater and Mirwan Suwarso
Producer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson
Exec Producers: Adey Moorhead and Abi Paterson
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Ornstein meets Adam Wharton: “I was born in Blackburn not Barcelona”
12 november 2025 · 34 min
Today we're bringing you an exclusive interview for The Athletic, Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton in conversation with David Ornstein. Lees meer
Ahead of next summer's World Cup, they get into his England chances, being overly self critical, the constant transfer speculation that surrounds him and much more...
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein & Adam Wharton
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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One year of Amorim: The good, the bad and "the worst Man United team in history"
11 november 2025 · 43 min
Ruben Amorim’s first year at Manchester United has been box office. Lees meer
From the lows of the Europa League final defeat to the highs of that historic win at Anfield.
So how do we assess his time at Old Trafford - and what next for the project?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Mark Critchley, Oli Kay and Charlotte Harpur
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson
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Can Man City challenge Arsenal for the title?
10 november 2025 · 29 min
Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th game in management ended with Liverpool thrashed and Man City just four points off Arsenal. Lees meer
Erling Haaland was among the goals, but Jeremy Doku got all the attention at the Etihad.
Can they now sustain a serious challenge for the title?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Paul Iliffe
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The Underground World of Illegal Streaming
9 november 2025 · 1 uur 1 min
Does the rise of illegal streaming pose an existential threat to football? Lees meer
To answer that question, Adam Leventhal has spent the last six months looking into the culture, crime and crisis associated with pirating live football matches.In this special episode of The Athletic FC Podcast you'll hear undercover reporting and behind the scenes access to police investigations, including how the world's largest illegal sports streaming platform was taken down.
We get the takes of match-going fans, and ask if 'Premflix' is the future of Premier League broadcasting?
If you're an Athletic subscriber you can have your say here.
And if you're not yet a subscriber, join here and have your say.
Please note that the documentary has content some listeners may find upsetting.
Host: Adam Leventhal
Mixing: Jay Beale
Producer: Abi PatersonFeaturing footage from Amazon, Sky Sports, tallkSPORT, Leaders.
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The Preview: Man City vs Liverpool
7 november 2025 · 45 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Manchester City vs Liverpool. Lees meer
Where do you play Wirtz? How do you stop Haaland? And will either of them reel in Arsenal?
Andy Jones and Jordan Campbell join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Sunderland vs Arsenal, Spurs vs Manchester United and Crystal Palace vs Brighton.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Andy Jones & Jordan Campbell
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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Are Premier League sides finding the Champions League too easy?
6 november 2025 · 33 min
Halfway through the Champions League league phase and one pattern is emerging; the dominance of the Premier League. Lees meer
But is that a problem for the balance of the Champions League?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Michael Cox and James Horncastle
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Have Liverpool stopped the rot?
5 november 2025 · 34 min
Anfield roared - and booed - as Liverpool emphatically defeated Real Madrid in the Champions League. Lees meer
So could this victory reignite their season?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Pearce and Tomás Hill López-Menchero
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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Can anyone save Wolves?
4 november 2025 · 39 min
Wolves have sacked manager Vitor Pereira. Lees meer
With zero wins in the league, and just two points, all signs lead to relegation.
So, can anyone save them?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein, Matt Slater & Tim Spiers
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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Why are Spurs so bad at home?
3 november 2025 · 32 min
Another home defeat, and flat performance against Chelsea, losing 1-0 on Saturday. Lees meer
But Tottenham are fifth in the Premier League - having finished 17th last season.
So, are Spurs improving under Thomas Frank?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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The Preview: Spurs vs Chelsea
31 oktober 2025 · 53 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea. Lees meer
Carl Anka and Jay Harris join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Saturday's derby before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Manchester City vs Bournemouth, Liverpool vs Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Carl Anka & Jay Harris
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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Can Juventus succeed under Spalletti?
30 oktober 2025 · 37 min
Juventus have sacked Igor Tudor and are set to appoint Luciano Spalletti. Lees meer
With the ghost of Cristiano still haunting the club, are they in crisis?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Horncastle
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Jay Beale & Paul Iliffe
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How Sunderland surprised the Premier League
29 oktober 2025 · 33 min
Sunderland have enjoyed a dream start so far in the Premier League. Lees meer
Their win over Chelsea means they’re in the top four after nine games.
17 points from their opening nine Premier League games is the best return by a promoted club at this stage of a season since Hull City in 2008-09.
So how have they done it?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Chris Weatherspoon, Phil Hay and Seb Stafford-Bloor
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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Has Lamine Yamal reignited El Clasico?
28 oktober 2025 · 36 min
El Clasico was back to its fiery best on Sunday, as Lamine Yamal's pre-match comments sparked fury in Madrid. Lees meer
Has he reignited this famous fixture?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Andy Mitten, Pol Ballus, Guillermo Rai
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Jay Beale and John Rogers
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Why Arsenal are the team to beat
27 oktober 2025 · 34 min
Arsenal are top of the Premier League - four points ahead of Bournemouth in second. Lees meer
It was an important win for them against Crystal Palace on Sunday, with Liverpool, Man City and Chelsea also losing.
Mikel Arteta’s side have conceded just three times in nine games, so does a solid defence win you titles?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adrian Clarke and James McNicholas
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and Paul Iliffe
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Liam Rosenior interview: Strasbourg's rapid rise & the value of diversity
26 oktober 2025 · 37 min
After eight games, RC Strasbourg sit 3rd in Ligue 1, two points behind league leaders Marseille and just one point behind European champions PSG. Lees meer
Today we’re bringing you a special episode sitting down with the man at the helm, Strasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior.
In conversation with Ayo Akinwolere and Carl Anka, the panel discuss RC Strasbourg’s incredible start to the season, Rosenior's management style, working in a multi-club ownership model and the importance of representation, diversity and role models.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Co-Host: Carl Anka
With: Liam Rosenior
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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The Preview: Aston Villa vs Man City
24 oktober 2025 · 53 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Aston Villa vs Manchester City. Lees meer
Stu James and Tim Spiers join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Arsenal vs Crystal Palace, Brentford vs Liverpool, Manchester United vs Brighton, and Everton vs Spurs.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Stu James & Tim Spiers
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Why was Barcelona's league game in Miami cancelled?
23 oktober 2025 · 34 min
Barcelona were set to play Villarreal in Miami in December. Lees meer
That’s now been cancelled. Today, we explain why.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Dermot Corrigan and Matt Slater
Featuring: James Horncastle
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Are Newcastle over Isak already?
22 oktober 2025 · 36 min
Life after Alexander Isak has been hit and miss for Newcastle. Lees meer
But in Nick Woltemade, have they already found the key to Newcastle's fortunes this season?
And in terms of Isak, why is he struggling after that record-breaking £125million summer move to Liverpool?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Chris Waugh, Oli Kay, Andy Jones
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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How do Man United build on Liverpool win?
21 oktober 2025 · 43 min
Manchester United’s first victory at Anfield since 2016 was a massive moment for the club. Lees meer
But how does Ruben Amorim ensure this isn’t another false dawn?
The Athletic’s Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critchley join host Ayo Akinwolere to discuss the win over Liverpool, Harry Maguire, Matheus Cunha, the Brighton fixture this weekend and Amorim’s future.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critchley
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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Why Forest are turning to Dyche
20 oktober 2025 · 34 min
After just 39 days, Nottingham Forest have sacked Ange Postecoglou. Lees meer
He recorded no wins in his eight games in charge.
Sean Dyche is set to succeed him, will he do any better?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein, Paul Taylor and Dan Kilpatrick
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Gundogan interview: Klopp vs Guardiola, Man City's treble & more
19 oktober 2025 · 35 min
Today we speak to one of the best players to have graced the Premier League, İlkay Gündoğan. Lees meer
The iconic former Manchester City midfielder sat down with The Athletic's Jordan Campbell to discuss playing under Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp, City's treble-winning team and his future plans.
With: Jordan Campbell & İlkay Gündoğan
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and Paul Iliffe
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The Preview: Liverpool vs Man United
17 oktober 2025 · 33 min
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is for many, the marquee match up in English football, Liverpool vs Manchester United. Lees meer
Oli Kay and Megan Feringa join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Fulham vs Arsenal, Spurs vs Aston Villa, and the hotly anticipated Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Oli Kay, Megan Feringa
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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What do football agents actually do?
16 oktober 2025 · 39 min
The transfer window may not be open but the industry is still moving behind the scenes.So what do agents actually do? Lees meer
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by the Athletic’s Stu James and James Featherstone, agent of Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Stu James and James Featherstone
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and Paul Iliffe
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Is Harry Kane better than ever?
15 oktober 2025 · 43 min
England are heading to the World Cup, and typically it’s thanks to captain Harry Kane. Lees meer
So how important is he to their chances next summer?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Charlie Eccleshare, Seb Stafford-Bloor
Featuring: Rob Green
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and John Rogers
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Are Spurs for sale?
14 oktober 2025 · 39 min
In early September, Daniel Levy stepped down from his role as Spurs chairman after nearly 25 years. Lees meer
So who is running the show now? And are Spurs for up for sale?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater, Jay Harris and Dan Kilpatrick
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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Inside Liverpool's 15 year journey from civil war to superclub
13 oktober 2025 · 43 min
This week marks 15 years of FSG ownership at Liverpool Lees meer
In that time they've won two Premier Leagues and a Champions League.
So, how did Liverpool become a modern superclub?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Simon Hughes and Matt Slater
Featuring: Peter Moore and Dr Ian Graham
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Why goalkeepers are going long
12 oktober 2025 · 33 min
This week’s Athletic FC Tactics podcast discusses the evolution of goalkeeper distribution. Lees meer
Are teams actually going long more often?
Are goalkeepers throwing the ball less?
And how is it changing the game?
Host: Duncan Alexander
With: Michael Cox and Mark Carey
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Premier League review: Who has more questions than answers?
10 oktober 2025 · 44 min
We’re seven games into the 25/26 Premier League season and Arsenal sit top, Wolves are the only side yet to register a win and Sunderland are 9th!? Lees meer
Carl Anka and Tim Spiers join Matt Davies-Adams to assess all 20 Premier League teams' respective starts, asking whether they’ve answered the big questions that surrounded them prior to the new season.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Carl Anka, Tim Spiers
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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How much time will Ange get at Forest?
9 oktober 2025 · 35 min
Seven games played: five defeats, two draws, no wins. Statistically the worst start by any Nottingham Forest manager for a century. Lees meer
Ange Postecoglou is battling to keep his job at Forest, despite only having four Premier League games in that time.
So, how did things get so bad so soon?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Paul Taylor and Charlie Eccleshare
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Is Tuchel improving England?
8 oktober 2025 · 26 min
It’s been a year since Thomas Tuchel signed up as England manager. Lees meer
He’s had six games to make his mark so far, with the World Cup just eight months away.
So how prepared are the Three Lions?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein and Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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Why the Premier League has gone back to basics
7 oktober 2025 · 48 min
So far, this season we’ve had… long throws, rugby-style kickoffs and big lads up front. Lees meer
So why has the Premier League gone old school?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Mark Carey, Oli Kay and Thomas Grønnemark
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou and John Rogers
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Why have Liverpool lost their way?
6 oktober 2025 · 39 min
Liverpool had a perfect start after record spending, but now they've lost three in a row. Lees meer
So why is Arne Slot’s Red Machine mis-firing?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein and Simon Hughes
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Jurgen Klopp on life after Liverpool and his fears for football
5 oktober 2025 · 35 min
Jurgen Klopp is back in football but not as a manager. In January, he began work as global head of soccer at Red Bull. Lees meer
Our very own Adam Crafton sat down with the former Liverpool boss at the New York Red Bulls’ training facility in New Jersey.
They discuss all things Red Bull, the future of football and why he closed the chapter on his coaching career.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton & Jurgen Klopp
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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