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  1. Newcastle finally end their trophy drought to add to Liverpool’s miserable week

    17 maart 2025 · 51 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Jay Harris for company on a historic weekend of football. Lees meer

    Chris Waugh also joins us from Wembley after Newcastle finally win their first domestic trophy in 70 years, upsetting Premier League leaders Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final. All hail Eddie Howe and the job he’s done at St James’s Park. But did Arne Slot get it wrong on Sunday? And where was Mo Salah?

    It’s a good weekend for Arsenal and Nottingham Forest in terms of securing their top 5 place while Man City are pegged back twice by Brighton. But it’s another miserable afternoon for Spurs at Fulham and a record-breaking evening for Leicester against Man United.

    Plus there’s points and pints for Vitor Pereira and thoughts on Thomas Tuchel’s surprising first England squad.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Newcastle win the Carabao Cup with Chris Waugh (02.30)

    • PART 2a: Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea (18.00)

    • PART 2b: Fulham 2-0 Spurs (23.00)

    • PART 3a: Man City 2-2 Brighton (30.00)

    • PART 3b: Ipswich 2-4 Nottingham Forest (35.00)

    • PART 3c: Southampton 0-2 Wolves (40.00)

    • PART 3d: Bournemouth 1-2 Brentford (42.00)

    • PART 3e: Everton 1-1 West Ham (46.00)

    • PART 3f: Leicester 0-3 Man Utd with Carl Anka (48.00)

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  2. Real Madrid & PSG progress on pens - now time for Liverpool v Newcastle at Wembley

    13 maart 2025 · 1 uur 7 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Michael Cox, Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams into the studio with high-stakes drama everywhere you look. Lees meer

    Real Madrid break Atletico hearts again on penalties in the Champions League, with all the post-match discussion centred on Julian Alvarez’s double-touch penalty disallowed by VAR.

    PSG are also victorious on penalties at Anfield. Hear about the heroics of Vitinha and Donnurumma, plus why PSG can take advantage of other teams’ exhaustion. Or will Marco Asensio come back to bite them in the next round?

    Next up for Liverpool, the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday. George Caulkin makes the case for Eddie Howe’s Magpies to finally end the club’s trophy drought.

    In the Premier League, there’s Ruud van Nistelrooy in the dug-out yet again for Leicester v Man United, as well as Arsenal v Chelsea and Man City v Brighton.

    Plus so-called journalists, pigs in alleys and being out for the rest of the season

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Real beat Atletico - next up Arsenal (05.00)

    • PART 2a: PSG beat Liverpool on penalties (17.00)

    • PART 2b: Aston Villa 3-0 Club Brugge (29.00)

    • PART 2c: Elsewhere in the Champions League (32.00)

    • PART 3: Carabao Cup final preview with George Caulkin (41.00)

    • PART 4: Premier League weekend preview (51.00)

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  3. Atleti and Real go again in Madrid derby as Bayern, Bayer and Dortmund all lose

    11 maart 2025 · 57 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s joined by Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús and Seb Stafford-Bloor for a deep-dive into domestic and European matters across the continent. Lees meer

    Last week’s Champions League first legs left some results more conclusive than others… we’re looking at you, PSV 1-7 Arsenal! But there’s still plenty of intrigue with the ties between Liverpool and PSG, Real and Atleti and Barca and Benfica finely poised.

    In La Liga, Real warmed up for their trip across the capital with a 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano, while Atleti were on the wrong end of that scoreline in a dramatic late defeat at Girona. Meanwhile Barcelona’s game with Osasuna was postponed just 20 minutes before kick-off following the sudden death of first team doctor Carles Miñarro Garcia.

    In Ligue 1, PSG’s B-team made light work of Rennes to move 16 points clear at the top of the table - while Paulo Fonseca began his nine month (!) touchline ban as he watched his side beat Nice 2-0 from the stands to put themselves right in the mix for European football next season.

    Max Callegari - host of Pressing on Canale 5 - joins us to run the rule over all the Serie A action, which included humiliation for Juve, a first win in six for Napoli and spookily similar comebacks for Milan and Inter.

    And in the Bundesliga, there was history as for the first time in nearly 20 years Bayern, Leverkusen and Dortmund all lost on the same matchday.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend and Champions League teases (00.40)

    • PART 2: La Liga review - Mixed fortunes for Madrid sides as tragedy hits Barca (09.40)

    • PART 3: Ligue 1 review - PSG flying high as Fonseca begins his touchline ban (19.35)

    • PART 4: Serie A review - Juve out of the title race as Milan sides stage 3-2 comebacks (33.30)

    • PART 5: Bundesliga review - big boys all beaten as Bayer, Bayern and Dortmund lose (45.30)

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  4. Man United frustrate Arsenal again while Forest formula foils Man City

    10 maart 2025 · 55 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined in the studio by Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Adrian Clarke as the race for Champions League football hots up. Lees meer

    Arsenal can only draw at Old Trafford, allowing Liverpool’s lead to extend to 15 points. With goals still proving an issue outside of Eindhoven, could their place in the top 5 be under threat?

    The same question has to be asked of Man City who lose to Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. How did Pep get Nuno’d again?

    Maybe the game of the weekend is at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as an impressive Bournemouth somehow only draw after taking a 2-0 lead. Would Andoni Iraola ever consider taking the Spurs job?

    Plus where it’s going wrong for Cole Palmer and why it’s going right for Crystal Palace.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Man United 1-1 Arsenal (04.30)

    • PART 1b: Chelsea 1-0 Leicester (12.00)

    • PART 1c: Spurs 2-2 Bournemouth (15.00)

    • PART 2a: Nottingham Forest 1-0 Man City (23.00)

    • PART 2b: Brighton 2-1 Fulham (32.00)

    • PART 2c: Liverpool 3-1 Southampton (35.00)

    • PART 3a: Crystal Palace 1-0 Ipswich (42.00)

    • PART 3b: Wolves 1-1 Everton (47.00)

    • PART 3c: Brentford 0-1 Aston Villa (52.00)

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  5. Liverpool pick PSG’s pockets, as Arsenal hit seven ahead of Old Trafford trip

    6 maart 2025 · 1 uur

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is in the studio with Duncan Alexander, Natalie Gedra and Charlie Eccleshare after a mind-blowing Champions League midweek. Lees meer

    PSG dominate Liverpool and have all the shots but lose 1-0 thanks to an inspired performance from Alisson. Julien Laurens ponders whether this young team can go to Anfield and outplay the Reds again.

    Art De Roche was in Eindhoven to see Arsenal secure a scarcely believable 7-1 win over PSV. Where did that come from and could we see it again at Old Trafford on Sunday?

    Elsewhere, there are sensational goals at the Bernabeu as Real hold a narrow advantage over Atletico, while it’s a nightmare night for Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen against Kane and Kompany’s Bayern.

    The Premier League weekend sees Forest host Man City in a big game for the top 4/5 race. Will Nuno be as happy as he was on Monday night?

    Plus Raphinha, reverse scorpions and which managers could still play for their clubs?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: PSG 0-1 Liverpool with Julien Laurens (04.30)

    • PART 2: PSV 1-7 Arsenal with Art De Roche (19.30)

    • PART 3: The rest of the Champions League midweek (31.00)

    • PART 4a: Forest v Man City preview (46.00)

    • PART 4b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (53.00)

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  6. PSG well prepared for Liverpool but Real lose again ahead of Madrid derby

    4 maart 2025 · 1 uur 6 min

    Afspelen
    Joining Jimbo are Julien Laurens, Michael Cox, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor ahead of a mouthwatering midweek in the Champions League. Lees meer

    PSG versus Liverpool might be the tie of the round as two of the continent’s in-form teams clash. Are Luis Enrique’s side finally ready to banish the ghosts of previous knock-out defeats?

    Real and Atletico meet in a Champions League Madrid derby, with Real slipping to 3rd in the Liga title race after defeat at Betis.

    Bayern and Leverkusen also clash. Despite the 8 point lead held by the Bavarians in the Bundesliga, is Xabi Alonso favourite to get the better of Vincent Kompany?

    It’s a big week for PSV and Robin van Persie’s Feyenoord. Michiel Jongsma has more.

    Plus what Napoli’s draw with Inter said about Serie A and Paulo Fonseca’s extraordinary red card for Lyon.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (05.30)

    • PART 2: PSG v Liverpool and Fonseca freaks out (12.30)

    • PART 3: Real Madrid v Atletico and the title race (30.00)

    • PART 4a: Feyenoord & PSV’s hopes with Michiel Jongsma (42.00)

    • PART 4b: All square between Napoli & Inter (50.00)

    • PART 5: Bayern v Leverkusen and Dortmund on the up (58.00)

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  7. Fulham and Brighton knock Man United and Newcastle out of the FA Cup

    3 maart 2025 · 53 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Duncan Alexander and Matt Davies-Adams for company after an FA Cup 5th round weekend that has a bit of everything. Lees meer

    Holders Man United are knocked out on penalties at Old Trafford as their deficiencies are laid bare again. But for Fulham, could Marco Silva be about to earn some tangible reward for the phenomenal job he’s done?

    Earlier on Sunday, Brighton are victorious at Newcastle after extra-time. It’s a truly costly afternoon for the Magpies as they lose Anthony Gordon and perhaps more players ahead of the Carabao Cup final.

    Palace progress past Millwall but all the talk is dominated by the horror challenge on striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. Similarly, Bournemouth’s win over Wolves sees plenty of discussion about the 8 minute VAR delay and the extent to which Matheus Cunha has just let Wolves down.

    Plus Lampard’s Sky Blues, and IFAB’s new law on goalkeeper time-wasting.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Fulham beat Man Utd on penalties, with Carl Anka and Elizabeth Barnard (06.00)

    • PART 2a: Newcastle 1-2 Brighton (16.00)

    • PART 2b: Crystal Palace 3-1 Millwall (23.00)

    • PART 2c: Wins for Villa and Preston (27.00)

    • PART 3a: Bournemouth beat Wolves on penalties (32.00)

    • PART 3b: Man City 3-1 Plymouth (40.00)

    • PART 3c: Lampard and Birmingham on fire in the EFL (45.00)

    • PART 3d: IFAB’s new 8 second rule (50.00)

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  8. Liverpool’s huge lead, Man United’s controversial cuts & FA Cup 5th round weekend

    27 februari 2025 · 52 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined in the studio by Duncan Alexander, Benji Lanyado and Matt Davies-Adams after a Premier League midweek and ahead of FA Cup 5th round weekend. Lees meer

    Liverpool extend their lead at the top of the table to 13 points with a routine win over Newcastle. What records are in sight for Salah and the Reds?

    The most impressive display of the week comes from Crystal Palace who hammer Villa 4-1, leaving our panel purring over the performance of Adam Wharton. And asking if Robin Olsen should have let children use his goal at half-time.

    Manchester United claim most of the headlines off the pitch this week with INEOS making big cuts to the staff and the canteen.

    And we ask could we be about to see a brand new name on the FA Cup trophy in May?

    Plus the most handsome player in the Premier League and the invention of points.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Liverpool 2-0 Newcastle (03.45)

    • PART 1b: Forest 0-0 Arsenal (11.45)

    • PART 2: Wins for Palace, City and Chelsea (18.00)

    • PART 3a: The rest of the midweek action (33.00)

    • PART 3b: Man United’s transformation plan (39.00)

    • PART 4: FA Cup 5th round preview (43.00)

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  9. Cesc’s Como shock Conte’s Napoli, while intriguing last 16 ties await

    25 februari 2025 · 1 uur 8 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s got Julien Laurens, Seb Stafford-Bloor, Rory Smith and Pol Ballús alongside him for all the latest continental chatter. Lees meer

    Friday afternoon’s Champions League draw presented some fascinating match-ups including Real v Atleti, Bayern v Bayer and PSG v Liverpool. We’ve got a closer look at all those ties with the round of 16 looming…

    In La Liga, it was a rare weekend where all three title challengers registered three fairly comfortable wins! It leaves Barca and Real locked on 54 points at the top, with Atleti just a point behind.

    Over in France there was plenty of drama on and off the pitch - with cowboy hats, calls of corruption and meltdowns caught on CCTV. But away from all that, the table shows that PSG have extended their lead at the top to 13 points after their 3-2 victory at Lyon.

    Speaking of corruption - Slovenian ref Slavko Vincic was parachuted in to referee the Istanbul derby after a season marred by controversial officiating and allegations of foulplay. It was a rather eventful evening as Galatasaray said they would "initiate criminal proceedings" against Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho after claiming he made "racist statements" following the teams' 0-0 draw.

    For a closer look at Serie A we’re joined by Sky Italia’s Filippo Benincampi - as Cesc’s Como got the better of Conte’s Napoli to cost them top spot, Inter taking full advantage with their 1-0 win over Genoa.

    And in the Bundesliga, there were finally signs of life for Dortmund as Niko Kovac picked up his first league win courtesy of a four-goal haul from Serhou Guirassy, aided by super sub and Chelsea loanee Carney Chukwuemeka.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend and Champions League round of 16 teases (00.40)

    • PART 2: La Liga review - the big three all win while Antony sees red (07.15)

    • PART 3: Ligue 1 review - chaos off and on the pitch for Lyon v PSG and Auxerre v Marseille (19.00)

    • PART 4: Galatasaray 0-0 Fenerbahce fallout (35.00)

    • PART …

  10. Liverpool go 11 points clear after City win - is the relegation battle over too?

    24 februari 2025 · 58 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo has Daniel Storey, JJ Bull and Adrian Clarke for company after a pivotal weekend in the Premier League season. Lees meer

    Liverpool make light work of Man City at the Etihad, going 11 points clear at the top of the table. With 7 of their 11 remaining fixtures at Anfield, Liverpool will surely be worthy champions. But is City’s place in the top 4 or 5 under threat?

    Arsenal are beaten at the Emirates by Graham Potter’s West Ham. Next up, as part of a full midweek programme, a trip to a Forest side beaten 4-3 at Newcastle on Sunday.

    The bottom three all lose at home, each conceding 4 goals. It’s looking pretty bleak for any hopes of a relegation fight - has van Nistelrooy given up hope?

    Plus an Edwards-inspired Burnley, a Jackson-deficient Chelsea and Amorim’s refusal to paper over cracks.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Man City 0-2 Liverpool with James Pearce (04.30)

    • PART 2a: Arsenal 0-1 West Ham (19.00)

    • PART 2b: Newcastle 4-3 Nottingham Forest (24.00)

    • PART 3a: Bigging up Burnley and the latest from Pittodrie (32.00)

    • PART 3b: Bournemouth 0-1 Wolves & Southampton 0-4 Brighton (37.00)

    • PART 3c: Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea (40.00)

    • PART 3d: The rest of the Premier League weekend (46.00)

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  11. Man City humbled by Mbappé’s Real Madrid - next up leaders Liverpool

    20 februari 2025 · 58 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Charlie Eccleshare, Tom Williams and Liam Tharme into the studio after the conclusion of the Champions League knock-out play-offs. Lees meer

    Man City are taken apart by a Kylian Mbappé hat-trick at the Bernabeu. The chase for Champions League qualification resumes with the visit of Liverpool at the Etihad on Sunday.

    Liverpool draw 2-2 on a Wednesday night again, this time at Villa Park. James Pearce reviews that game and looks ahead to a game with previously the Reds’ fiercest rivals for silverware.

    Elsewhere in the Champions League, it was a disastrous week for Serie A with four Italian clubs in the competition becoming just one and some generational head losses.

    Plus a defence of Brendan Rodgers, the first goal at Bramley-Moore Dock and what Tottenham want everyone to call them.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Champions League headlines (02.30)

    • PART 2a: Real Madrid 3-1 Man City (05.30)

    • PART 2b: PSG smash Brest and Bayern break Celtic hearts (19.00)

    • PART 2c: A miserable week for Serie A (25.00)

    • PART 3a: Aston Villa 2-2 Liverpool with James Pearce (33.00)

    • PART 3b: Man City v Liverpool & Arsenal v West Ham previewed (38.00)

    • PART 4: The rest of the Premier League weekend (48.00)

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  12. Real Madrid and Man City go again, as Kompany’s Bayern edge closer to the title

    18 februari 2025 · 59 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s joined by Julien Laurens, Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballús and Michael Cox for your weekly dose of European action. Lees meer

    We begin with the big F-bomb controversy which has taken La Liga by storm, Nabil Bentaleb’s dream return to action for Lille - and a look ahead to the all-important Champions League Knockout Round Play-off second legs, with Real v Man City topping the midweek billing.

    Elsewhere in Spain, the costly red cards for Bellingham and Barrios meant Real and Atleti left the door wide open for Barcelona who faced Rayo Vallecano on Monday night (after we’d recorded) - and it turns out that Antony fella is actually quite good - after making in three goals in three games at new home Betis…

    Over in Germany, it looks like Bayern Munich have one hand on the Bundesliga title after their goalless draw with closest rivals Bayer Leverkusen means the gap at the top of the table stays at eight points. Elsewhere the domestic misery continues to pile on Borussia Dortmund, beaten 2-0 by Bochum and sitting 11th in the league.

    In Italy, Juventus continued their surge up the Serie A table with a 1-0 win over Inter in the Derby d'Italia. It means Simone Inzaghi’s side missed the chance to go top after leaders Napoli had fallen to their third consecutive draw, held 2-2 by Lazio.

    And in Ligue 1, Fabian Ruiz bagged the only goal against Toulouse as PSG maintained their 10-point lead at the top of the table while Mika Biereth continued his remarkable start to life in Monaco with his second hat-trick in as many home games in their 7-1 thrashing of Nantes.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend, profanity & Champions League teases (00.45)

    • PART 2: La Liga review - Real and Atleti drop points to open door for Barca (16.00)

    • PART 3: Bundesliga review - Top two stalemate hands title advantage to Kompany’s side (26.52)

    • PART 4: Serie A review - Juve mounting top four charge as Napoli draw three in a row (41.45)

    • PART 5: Ligue 1 review …

  13. Marmoush, Merino, Man United, Marco Silva and the misery at West Ham

    17 februari 2025 · 1 uur

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Tim Spiers, Colin Millar and Adrian Clarke into the pod after an eyebrow-raising weekend in the Premier League. Lees meer

    Liverpool make it past Wolves to stay 7 points clear but it’s a very edgy finish at Anfield. Are nerves setting in with the finishing line in sight and with trips to Villa and Man City to come this week?

    City themselves recover from defeat to Real Madrid to thrash Newcastle 4-0. Pol Ballus tries to give Pep and his players cause for optimism ahead of the trip to the Bernabeu.

    Arsenal stay in touch with Liverpool after makeshift Mikel Merino comes good up front at Leicester. But Chelsea are embarrassed 3-0 at Brighton. How much will they miss Nicolas Jackson?

    Plus the fabulous Fulham, Man United lose again and the bleak 3 months that awaits West Ham.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Learnings this weekend (02.30)

    • PART 2a: Tottenham 1-0 Man United with Jay Harris (06.30)

    • PART 2b: Liverpool 2-1 Wolves (15.30)

    • PART 2c: Aston Villa 1-1 Ipswich (20.30)

    • PART 3a: Man City thrash Newcastle, next up Real with Pol Ballus (27.00)

    • PART 3b: Leicester 0-2 Arsenal (38.00)

    • PART 3c: Fulham 2-1 Nottingham Forest (41.00)

    • PART 4: The rest of the Premier League weekend (46.00)

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  14. Man City broken by Real Madrid, plus Merseyside Derby drama

    13 februari 2025 · 55 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Jack Lang and Alex Aljoe after a midweek packed full of late drama. Lees meer

    Real Madrid complete a late comeback at the Etihad to take a 3-2 lead to the Bernabeu next week in the Champions League. Was it a result that broke Man City once and for all?

    The last ever derby at Goodison saw James Tarkowski hammer in a last-gasp equaliser for Everton against Liverpool. Patrick Boyland tells us about an emotional and heated night on Merseyside.

    The Premier League weekend gives us Newcastle’s trip to City, Leicester versus injury-hit Arsenal and the least Super Sunday Spurs v Man Utd clash ever.

    Plus Jason Tindall, Joao Felix, and freezing cold sailing trips.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Man City 2-3 Real Madrid (03.00)

    • PART 2: Elsewhere in the Champions League (16.00)

    • PART 3: Everton 2-2 Liverpool with Paddy Boyland (25.00)

    • PART 4a: On This Day - Gunners Blades replay (34.00)

    • PART 4b: Spurs v Man United - not so super (37.00)

    • PART 4c: Leicester v Arsenal preview (41.00)

    • PART 4d: Brighton v Chelsea preview (43.00)

    • PART 4e: The rest of the Premier League weekend (46.00)

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  15. Barca, Real and Atleti neck and neck, plus Champions League play-off preview

    11 februari 2025 · 1 uur 2 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s got Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford-Bloor, Julien Laurens and Rory Smith alongside him as the Champions League Knockout Round Play-offs get underway. Lees meer

    We start with a look at some of the big ties across Tuesday and Wednesday including the small matter of Manchester City v Real Madrid - for the fourth season in a row in Europe! Elsewhere, there’s the all-French affair between Brest and PSG, Celtic host Bayern Munich and Feyenoord v Milan just got a bit more interesting following the dismissal of Brian Priske…

    Domestically, in Spain the La Liga title race is the gift that keeps on giving with just two points separating Real, Atleti and Barcelona at the top of the table. That’s after Carlo Ancelotti’s side were held in a 1-1 draw by their Madrid rivals, allowing Barca to close the gap with a 4-1 victory over Sevilla.

    Over in Italy, it was a big Monday night in Milan as the Champions closed the gap to leaders Napoli to just one point after a 2-1 win over Fiorentina… just four nights after they’d played in Bergamot and la Viola had won 3-0 in a match that was rescheduled after the collapse of midfielder Edoardo Bove back in December. Napoli’s lead at the top stands at one point as they were held by Udinese.

    In France, PSG continued their imperious Ligue 1 form with a 4-1 victory over Monaco, which included a first goal for the club for a certain Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Distant chasers Marseille and Nice both registered wins of their own to keep up their Champions League charge in what’s a very competitive chase for a top three spot.

    And in the Bundesliga, Bayern Munich prepared for their trip to Glasgow with a 3-0 win over Werder Bremen, stretching their lead at the top of the table to eight points. That’s because closest rivals Leverkusen let complacency creep in again as they were held to a goalless draw by Wolfsburg. Meanwhile, Dortmund have gone five home games without a win in the league - their worst run since 2006 - after their 2-1 defeat at the hands of Stut…

  16. Plymouth knock out Liverpool in the FA Cup, amid more misery for Spurs

    10 februari 2025 · 52 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Charlie Eccleshare, Tom Williams and Tim Spiers into the studio after an enthralling FA Cup weekend. Lees meer

    The shock of the season so far sees the Championship’s bottom club Plymouth beat the Premier League leaders Liverpool. Hear more about these Pilgrims heroes. And will Slot’s rotation be justified by victory in the Merseyside derby on Wednesday?

    At Villa Park, Spurs are knocked out of a second cup competition in 4 days as pressure mounts on Postecoglou. Where does the blame lie? And how big a misstep was Man City losing Morgan Rogers?

    Speaking of Man City, they edge past Leyton Orient and now host Real Madrid in the Champions League. A clash between two teams who don’t do well against good teams.

    Plus is Maresca-ball making Chelsea worse? And are Newcastle clear favourites for the FA Cup?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: No VAR - happy now? (01.30)

    • PART 2a: Plymouth 1-0 Liverpool with Chris Errington (04.30)

    • PART 2b: Merseyside derby preview (15.30)

    • PART 3a: Aston Villa 2-1 Spurs (21.00)

    • PART 3b: Man United 2-1 Leicester (29.00)

    • PART 4a: City edge past Orient - next up Real Madrid (33.00)

    • PART 4b: Your questions and the rest of the FA Cup weekend (40.00)

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  17. Newcastle return to Wembley as Man City head to Orient in the FA Cup

    6 februari 2025 · 47 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo, Michael Cox, Duncan Alexander and Charlie Eccleshare are in the studio to break down all the cup action. Lees meer

    Newcastle beat Arsenal yet again to confirm their place in the Carabao Cup final, for the second time in 3 years. Chris Waugh tells us why this time will be different. Plus the panel tell us why the League Cup is far from worthless.

    It’s FA Cup 4th round weekend, with vulnerable Man City heading to Leyton Orient, before then taking on Real Madrid. Elsewhere, the Magpies head to Birmingham and could Man United v Leicester factor into this season’s relegation battle?

    Plus recalled e-mails, transfers not being transformative and a love letter to Goodison Park.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Newcastle 2-0 Arsenal with Chris Waugh (02.00)

    • PART 2a: Leyton Orient v Man City preview (20.00)

    • PART 2b: Aston Villa v Spurs preview (26.00)

    • PART 2c: Man United v Leicester preview (30.00)

    • PART 2d: Everton v Bournemouth preview (33.00)

    • PART 3a: Why transfers aren’t always transformative (35.00)

    • PART 3b: The rest of the FA Cup weekend (40.00)

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  18. La Liga title race takes another turn as Dembele dazzles again

    4 februari 2025 · 59 min

    Afspelen
    Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford-Bloor and James Horncastle join Jimbo for a deep-dive into all the latest Continental action and transfer news as the window officially *slammed* shut. Lees meer

    Over in Italy, the spoils were shared in the Derby della Madonnina after Stefan De Vrij bagged a 93rd minute equaliser, while league leaders Napoli conceded a last-gasp goal of their own to draw 1-1 in Rome. Plus - it’s farewell, not goodbye to James as he embarks on an important project…

    In Ligue 1, Ousmane Dembele just can’t stop scoring! He became the first PSG player ever to score hat-tricks in back-to-back games as they came from behind to beat Brest 5-2. So, what’s suddenly clicked for him in Paris?

    There was yet another twist in the title race over in Spain as Real Madrid succumbed to a 1-0 defeat at Espanyol despite having 76% possession. Atleti took full advantage to close the gap at the top to just a point after their 2-0 win over Mallorca, while Barcelona also won thanks to Robert Lewandowski’s 30th goal of the season.

    And in the Bundesliga Harry Kane continues to do Harry Kane things, bagging a brace in his 50th appearance in the league as Bayern survived a late scare to beat Holstein Keil 4-3. They did it without Mathys Tel who’s now on loan with Tottenham - but what kind of player are Spurs getting?

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45)

    • PART 2: Serie A review - 1-1 draws across the board for the title chasers (05.10)

    • PART 3: Ligue 1 review - Ousmane Dembele the hat-trick hero (again!) (18.45)

    • PART 4: La Liga review - Real beaten to open door for Atleti & Barca (32.30)

    • PART 5: Bundesliga review - Bayern survive late scare as Tel heads to Tottenham (44.05)

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  19. Arsenal 5-1 Man City, Forest 7-0 Brighton and much much more

    3 februari 2025 · 57 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Jay Harris and Adrian Clarke are together in the studio to take in a weekend packed full of Premier League goals. Lees meer

    Arsenal stun Manchester City with a 5-1 victory at the Emirates to stay in touch with Liverpool in the title race. Will Myles Lewis-Skelly be central to England’s plans? And central to Arsenal’s midfield plans?

    Man United are beaten at home yet again by Crystal Palace. Does Ruben Amorim have licence to experiment wildly with this United team and if so why?

    Nottingham Forest destroy Brighton 7-0 at the City Ground with one player in particular delivering the best Forest performance Daniel has ever seen.

    Plus the Djed Spence appreciation society, Leicester’s capitulation and Villa’s recruitment issues.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Arsenal 5-1 Man City (03.45)

    • PART 1b: Bournemouth 0-2 Liverpool (14.00)

    • PART 1c: Brentford 0-2 Tottenham (17.00)

    • PART 1d: Man United 0-2 Crystal Palace with Matt Woosnam (23.00)

    • PART 2a: Nottingham Forest 7-0 Brighton (34.00)

    • PART 2b: Newcastle `1-2 Fulham (40.00)

    • PART 3: The rest of the Premier League weekend (45.00)

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  20. Champions League draw live reaction: Man City v Real Madrid again

    31 januari 2025 · 46 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s got Julien Laurens and James Horncastle alongside him for a bonus live pod hot off the back of the Champions League play-off round draw. Lees meer

    And it didn’t disappoint, with some tasty ties including Manchester City v Real Madrid, Celtic v Bayern Munich and an all-French affair as Brest take on PSG.

    So how did the draw shape up? Are Atalanta best-placed to be serious dark horses in this year’s competition? And how does Jules rate PSG’s chances of finally getting their hands on the trophy?!

    Plus, we take a glance at the Europa League draw which has thrown up one real standout tie - Roma v Porto!

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  21. Champions League phase over, Arsenal v Man City & Bournemouth v Liverpool

    30 januari 2025 · 1 uur 2 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined by Rory Smith, Tom Williams and Adrian Clarke after a mammoth midweek and ahead of a mouthwatering weekend. Lees meer

    Man City and PSG stay in the Champions League as part of the matchday of mayhem with 18 games happening simultaneously. Delicious bite-size football or visions of a terrifying future?

    City travel to Arsenal on Sunday in a match that should have plenty of needle after their meeting earlier this season. But perhaps the biggest game of the weekend sees the two form teams and biggest pressers in the Premier League do battle- it’s Bournemouth v Liverpool.

    Aston Villa made it straight through to the last 16 in Europe, but the game was preceded by transfer rumours swirling around Duran and Watkins. Jacob Tanswell has more.

    Plus the Atalanta wildcard, pigeon’s wings and pep up penalties.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Champions League matchday 8 - was it worth it? (01.00)

    • PART 2a: PSG and Man City through (15.00)

    • PART 2b: Arsenal’s interesting night in Girona (22.30)

    • PART 3a: Aston Villa 4-2 Celtic with Jacob Tanswell (30.00)

    • PART 3b: Mixed fortunes for the Italian clubs (41.00)

    • PART 4a: Bournemouth v Liverpool preview (47.00)

    • PART 4b: Arsenal v Man City preview (54.00)

    • PART 4c: The rest of the Premier League weekend (59.00)

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  22. Champions League fates to be sealed as Barca put 7 past Valencia

    28 januari 2025 · 1 uur 11 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s joined by his continental crew - James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús and Seb Stafford-Bloor - to look back on the latest week of action from across Europe AND look ahead to the decisive Champions League matchday 8 ties. Lees meer

    Nine teams have already been eliminated from the competition with three more to go, but can Manchester City avoid being one of them? Belgian football expert Kristof Terreur joins us to preview their must-win game against Club Brugge. Elsewhere, it’s also finely poised between Stuttgart and PSG who sit 24th and 22nd in the table…

    Back to domestic matters, and in Serie A Napoli continued their fine form and made it 7 wins on the bounce as they fought back from a goal to win 2-1 over Juventus and end their unbeaten record. Plus, drama at the San Siro as Conceição and Calabria almost came to blows…

    In La Liga Kylian Mbappé bagged his first hat-trick for Real Madrid as they went four points clear at the top of the table after a 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid. That’s after Atléti were held to a 1-1 draw with Villarreal, while Barcelona put just the seven past Valencia as they got back to winning ways in the league.

    Over in Germany, Bayern moved six points clear at the top after their 2-1 win at Freiburg, while closest rivals Leverkusen saw a two-goal lead evaporate as they were held by Leipzig.

    And in Ligue 1, PSG dropped points for the fifth time this season in a 1-1 draw with Reims at the Parc de Princes. But they’ve actually extended their lead at the top to 10 points after Marseille were beaten 2-0 by Nice in the Derby de la Mediterranée.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45)

    • PART 2: Champions League preview including Man City v Club Brugge with Kristof Terreur (07.30)

    • PART 3: Bundesliga review - Bayern go six points clear while Dortmund close in on Kovac (26.45)

    • PART 4: Serie A review - Napoli’s winning streak continues as Conceição cracks the whip (39.25)

    • PART 5: Ligue …

  23. Arsenal’s red cards, Tottenham’s crisis and Bournemouth’s brilliance

    27 januari 2025 · 1 uur 2 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Carl Anka and Daniel Storey into the pod late night Sunday for the conclusion of the Premier League weekend. Lees meer

    Tottenham are beaten at home by struggling Leicester to make it 1 point from the last 21 available for Spurs. What next for Ange Postecoglou? Jay Harris was there.

    The result of the weekend sees Bournemouth batter Nottingham Forest 5-0. Sam Davis from the Back of the Net podcast tells us why now is the time for the Cherries to reach Europe.

    The gap at the top of the table between Liverpool and Arsenal remains 6 points, despite the Gunners’ 4th red card of the season. The panel have their say on the debate around refereeing standards and how we attract more officials.

    Plus the dross that was Fulham v Man United and Chelsea’s goalkeeping issues.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Fulham 0-1 Man United (04.30)

    • PART 1b: Tottenham 1-2 Leicester with Jay Harris (09.30)

    • PART 1c: Villa 1-1 West Ham & Palace 1-2 Brentford (19.30)

    • PART 2a: Bournemouth 5-0 Forest with Sam Davis (28.00)

    • PART 2b: Wolves 0-1 Arsenal, the refereeing debate (39.00)

    • PART 3a: Man City 3-1 Chelsea (50.00)

    • PART 3b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (58.00)

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  24. PSG power past Man City, plus a big weekend for Amorim and Ange

    23 januari 2025 · 1 uur 3 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is in The Athletic studio with Michael Cox, Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams after more sensational Champions League action. Lees meer

    It’s a milestone win for Luis Enrique’s PSG, coming from 2-0 down to inflict more pain on Pep Guardiola’s Man City and cast some doubt over their Champions League future.

    Elsewhere, there’s a heavyweight clash between Simeone and Alonso and the first ever 5-4 in the Champions League era as Barca beat Benfica. Was it too unserious to be called a classic?

    It’s a big Premier League weekend for the under-pressure Ruben Amorim and Ange Postecoglou.

    Plus why Bournemouth v Forest is the game of the weekend and the rules in football that you didn’t know about.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Now that’s what I call Swiss model (01.00)

    • PART 2a: PSG 4-2 Man City (06.30)

    • PART 2b: The rest of Wednesday’s action (16.00)

    • PART 3a: Benfica 4-5 Barcelona (19.00)

    • PART 3b: Atletico 2-1 Leverkusen (26.00)

    • PART 3c: Liverpool win, Villa lose (29.00)

    • PART 4: A big weekend for Amorim and Ange (36.00)

    • PART 5a: Bournemouth v Forest preview (46.00)

    • PART 5b: Liverpool v Ipswich and Wolves v Arsenal (49.00)

    • PART 5c: The rest of the Premier League weekend (55.00)

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  25. PSG v Man City tops the UCL bill, plus is ten Hag the answer to Dortmund's problems?

    21 januari 2025 · 1 uur 2 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s got his European gang alongside him as James Horncastle, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Julien Laurens look back on the latest action across the continent - and look ahead to matchday seven in the Champions League. Lees meer

    We begin with a look ahead to some of those key UCL ties, including Wednesday night’s heavyweight 25th v 22nd battle between PSG and Manchester City. Plus, Liverpool look to make it seven wins from seven when they host high-flying Lille and Villa make the trip to Monaco.

    There was late drama in Serie A as Romelu Lukaku scored the winner in a 3-2 victory in Bergamo to further derail Atalanta’s hopes of a first Scudetto. It means Antonio Conte’s side are three points clear at the top of the table, but have played a game more than chasers Inter Milan who picked up their own 3-1 win over Empoli to keep up the pressure.

    Over in La Liga, promoted Leganes pulled off yet another shock as they ended Atlético Madrid’s club-record 15-game winning run. It’s a result that handed the advantage over to Real - with Mbappé and co fighting back from conceding after just 28 seconds to beat Las Palmas 4-1.

    In Germany, Bayern Munich’s lead at the top stays at four points after forgotten man Leon Goretzka bagged a brace in their 3-2 win over Wolfsburg. Chasers Leverkusen made it 11 wins in a row, with lateness no problem this week for Florian Wirtz who got an assist and brace of his own in their victory over Monchengladbach - an 11th win in a row in all competitions for the reigning champions. Plus, could a certain former Manchester United manager be parachuted in to save Dortmund as their season continues to implode?

    And in France, you guessed it… PSG’s unbeaten run continues - this time coming from behind to beat Lens 2-1 and extend their lead at the top of the table to nine points. That’s after closest challengers Marseille were held to a 1-1 draw by Strasbourg.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45)

    • PART 2: Champions Lea…

  26. Liverpool looking like champions but Spurs and Man United are sunk again

    20 januari 2025 · 1 uur 3 min

    Afspelen
    Matt Davies-Adams is in the hot seat with Daniel Storey, Colin Millar and Sasha Goryunov for company after another seismic Premier League weekend. Lees meer

    Liverpool have an 11/10 Saturday with a late win over Brentford while Arsenal let a two-goal lead slip against Villa. Hear why the Reds are almost home free and why the Gunners are actually doing well.

    Everton stun Spurs with their first win under David Moyes since his return to Goodison. What next for Postecoglou’s Tottenham and what next for Amorim’s Man United who are beaten yet again by Brighton?

    Bournemouth make it 11 games unbeaten with a stunning 4-1 win at Newcastle, as Andoni Iraola continues to produce one of the best coaching performances in years.

    Plus Man City’s 6-0 win at Ipswich, Forest as flat-track bullies and what do West Ham want to be?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Ipswich 0-6 Man City with Mark Carey (03.00)

    • PART 1b: Man United 1-3 Brighton (12.45)

    • PART 1c: Everton 3-2 Spurs with Matt Jones (18.00)

    • PART 2a: Brentford 0-2 Liverpool (31.00)

    • PART 2b: Arsenal 2-2 Aston Villa (37.00)

    • PART 2c: Forest 3-2 Southampton (43.00)

    • PART 2d: Newcastle 1-4 Bournemouth (48.00)

    • PART 3a: West Ham 0-2 Crystal Palace (55.00)

    • PART 3b: Leicester 0-2 Fulham (61.00)

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  27. Title race hots up as Arsenal fight back to beat Spurs

    16 januari 2025 · 59 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Rory Smith, Natalie Gedra and Duncan Alexander aboard the good ship Totally, sailing through a sea of Premier League football. Lees meer

    Arsenal come from behind to win the North London derby and close the gap on leaders Liverpool to 4 points. Are we set for an old-fashioned title race? How many teams are involved? And have Spurs broken Ange?

    This weekend the Gunners host Villa who broke their hearts last season and ruined David Moyes’ homecoming at Goodison. And the increasingly impressive Bournemouth make the long, long trip to face a Newcastle side who are up to 9 wins in a row.

    Plus eagle-handling content, father-son scoring combos and Everton season ticket selection.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Lazio falconer latest (01.00)

    • PART 2: Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham (05.00)

    • PART 3a: Forest 1-1 Liverpool (18.00)

    • PART 3b: Brentford 2-2 Man City (25.00)

    • PART 3c: Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth & Newcastle 3-0 Wolves (36.00)

    • PART 4: The rest of the Premier League midweek/weekend (48.00)

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  28. Barca stun Real in chaotic Supercopa, while Kvaratskhelia nears PSG move

    14 januari 2025 · 1 uur 7 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s joined by a full complement of European experts as Pol Ballús, James Horncastle, Julien Laurens and the returning Seb Stafford-Bloor are on hand to look back on a busy weekend of action. Lees meer

    We begin in Saudi Arabia, where Barcelona stunned Real Madrid to win the Supercopa de España in emphatic fashion. Back on home soil, Atleti went top of La Liga after a club record 14th win in a row in all competitions courtesy of their 1-0 victory over Osasuna.

    The Bundesliga is back after die Winterpause - and it returned in style on Friday night as Leverkusen made it nine wins in a row and inflicted Dortmund’s first home defeat of the season as they ran out 3-2 winners. Plus, which striker who scored a remarkable goal this weekend gets a comparison to Mark Viduka?!

    Over in Serie A, Napoli sit top of the pile after their 2-0 win over Verona - but it looks like Kvaradona could be on his way out... Meanwhile, Atalanta stuttered to their second consecutive draw to fall behind Inter in the table. Draw specialists Juve made it a remarkable 12 stalemates from their 19 league fixtures after it finished 1-1 in the Turin derby.

    And in Ligue 1, PSG stay unbeaten and seven points clear at the top of the table after their 2-1 win over Saint-Étienne, while Marseille try to keep up the pressure with their 2-1 victory at Rennes. Plus, Didier Deschamps will be leaving his role as France manager after the 2026 World Cup - but was it wise to announce the news now?

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45)

    • PART 2: La Liga review - Barca blow away Real (again) as Atleti can’t stop winning (8.25)

    • PART 3: Bundesliga review - Leverkusen shine without Wirtz as Kane keeps his cool from the spot (19.05)

    • PART 4: Serie A review - Napoli are top but prepare to lose Kvaradona (31.25)

    • PART 5: Ligue 1 review - Didier Deschamps era given end date while PSG eye invincible season (50.15)

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  29. Man United overcome Arsenal in the FA Cup, as Moyes returns to Everton

    13 januari 2025 · 1 uur 1 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Adrian Clarke and Tim Spiers after an enthralling FA Cup 3rd round weekend. Lees meer

    Man United show remarkable resilience to play with 10 men for over an hour and progress on penalties at the Emirates. Carl Anka tells us why this could be a turning point for Ruben Amorim. But it’s been a bleak week for Arsenal. Does Mikel Arteta need help in the transfer market?

    Elsewhere, Tottenham avoid potentially the biggest upset of all time as they need extra-time to see off a very positive Tamworth side. And Plymouth do take the scalp of Premier League Brentford.

    Maybe the biggest surprise of the weekend was Everton parting company with Sean Dyche and bringing back David Moyes. Hear from the fans as to why the reception to the return of the former Toffees boss has been mixed.

    And there’s a big Premier League midweek to look forward to. Are Forest about to cement themselves as title challengers with another win over Liverpool?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: FA Cup 3rd round highlights (01.30)

    • PART 1b: Man United knock out Arsenal, with Carl Anka (07.00)

    • PART 1c: Tamworth 0-3 Tottenham AET (21.00)

    • PART 1d: Brentford 0-1 Plymouth (26.00)

    • PART 2a: David Moyes back at Everton, with Les Roberts (32.00)

    • PART 2b: Elsewhere in the FA Cup (42.00)

    • PART 3: Forest v Liverpool and the Premier League midweek (49.00)

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  30. Advantage Spurs & Newcastle in EFL Cup, plus FA Cup 3rd round and West Ham pick Potter

    9 januari 2025 · 52 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo, Michael Cox, Duncan Alexander and Jay Harris cast their collective eye over a very big week of football. Lees meer

    Tottenham inflict a rare defeat on Arne Slot’s Liverpool as they take a 1-0 lead to Anfield in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals in a month’s time. Can they reach the final and did Ange have a point about VAR?

    Newcastle get a dream 2-0 win at the Emirates in their first leg. Have Arsenal gone backwards this season and do the Magpies have any weaknesses right now?

    Big week at West Ham as The Athletic’s Roshane Thomas tells us. Julen Lopetegui is replaced as head coach by Graham Potter, someone with a point to prove after his 7 month spell at Chelsea.

    And it’s FA Cup 3rd round weekend. Arsenal v Man United is the standout tie. Or is it non-league Tamworth against Spurs? How many ties is Ashley Young linked to? Those questions answered and more.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Tottenham 1-0 Liverpool (03.00)

    • PART 1b: Arsenal 0-2 Newcastle (15.00)

    • PART 2: Lopetegui out, Potter in at West Ham, with Roshane Thomas (23.00)

    • PART 3a: Tamworth v Tottenham preview (33.00)

    • PART 3b: Elsewhere in the FA Cup (42.00)

    • PART 3c: Arsenal v Man United preview (47.00)

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  31. Pulisic inspires in the Supercoppa as the Dani Olmo saga continues

    7 januari 2025 · 47 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s back for the first time in 2025 and he’s got James Horncastle, Pol Ballús and Julien Laurens alongside him to run the rule over all the latest action from across Europe. Lees meer

    AC Milan kicked off the new year in style as they fought back from 2-0 down to beat rivals Inter 3-2 in the Supercoppa over in Saudi Arabia as new boss Sérgio Conceição got off to the perfect start. Meanwhile, back on home soil Roma continued their resurgence under Claudio Ranieri with a 2-0 victory in the derby with Lazio.

    In La Liga the Dani Olmo debacle rumbles on… He’s with Barcelona in Saudi Arabia, but he’s not eligible to play after Spain's football authorities rejected the club’s attempt to register the midfielder. On the pitch, Jude Bellingham atoned for his missed penalty with a 95th-minute winner as 10-man Real Madrid snatched a dramatic victory at Valencia to move top of the table.

    And in France, PSG picked up the first silverware of the season courtesy of Ousmane Dembele’s stoppage-time winner in their 1-0 victory over Monaco in the Trophée des Champions over in Doha. Back in Ligue 1, Marseille closed the gap at the top of the table to 7 points courtesy of their big 5-1 win over Le Havre.

    No German action to speak of as die Winterpause continues - BUT we do have Dortmund v Leverkusen to look forward to on Friday night as the Bundesliga finally returns.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45)

    • PART 2: Serie A review - Milan stun Inter in the Supercoppa while Roma beat Lazio (08.15)

    • PART 3: La Liga review - Olmo saga rumbles on as Real leave it late to go top (20.00)

    • PART 4: Ligue 1 review - PSG lift first silverware as Marseille and Lyon continue good form (32.55)

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  32. Man United impress in dynamic draw at Liverpool, plus a Saints shambles

    6 januari 2025 · 59 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Adrian Clarke and Tim Spiers after an intriguing Premier League weekend. Lees meer

    Man United shock us all with a calm but athletic display at Anfield, holding Liverpool 2-2 and denying Arne Slot’s side the chance to go 8 points clear. Was Trent Alexander-Arnold too distracted by the interest of Real Madrid?

    Arsenal also draw at Brighton with Mikel Arteta unhappy with the officials, while Chelsea make it 4 games without a win after their 1-1 at Palace.

    Plus the impressive Iraola, Savinho the saviour, what’s wrong with Ange’s suits and are Southampton about to sink even deeper into shambles, on and off the pitch?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Liverpool 2-2 Man United with Laurie Whitwell (03.30)

    • PART 1b: Fulham 2-2 Ipswich (17.00)

    • PART 2a: Brighton 1-1 Arsenal (24.00)

    • PART 2b: Spurs 1-2 Newcastle (32.00)

    • PART 2c: Man City 4-1 West Ham (38.00)

    • PART 3: The rest of the Premier League weekend (43.00)

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  33. Leaders Liverpool take on Man United, as Arsenal stay in touch

    2 januari 2025 · 1 uur 4 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Jay Harris are in the studio for the first Totally Football Show of 2025! Lees meer

    Arsenal are just about keeping in touch with the leaders after their win at Brentford. Hear what Mikel Merino has in common with Tom Hiddleston.

    Table-topping Liverpool host relegation-threatened Man United on Sunday. Can anyone on the panel make a case for anything other than a Reds win? And what does the future hold for Trent Alexander- Arnold?

    Red-hot Newcastle head to Tottenham on Saturday. Where is it going wrong for Spurs and where did it go wrong for Nuno at Spurs?

    Matt Davies-Adams joins us to review a full round of Championship action, with Sunderland challenging for a return to the top flight.

    Plus transfer business, knee-jerk conclusions and Totally’s strongest man.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: The transfer window is open as we reach the season’s halfway point (02.00)

    • PART 1b: Brentford 1-3 Arsenal (11.30)

    • PART 2a: Liverpool v Man Utd preview (23.00)

    • PART 2b: Spurs v Newcastle preview (32.00)

    • PART 2c: Man City v West Ham & Palace v Chelsea (41.00)

    • PART 3: The rest of the Premier League weekend (45.00)

    • PART 4: Championship round-up with Matt Davies-Adams (54.00)

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  34. Amorim’s United keep losing while Salah hits new heights at Liverpool

    31 december 2024 · 1 uur 9 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo, Rory Smith, Tom Williams and Daniel Storey are back for the final podcast of 2024! Lees meer

    It’s yet another defeat for Man United at home to possibly the second best team in the country right now Newcastle. Can Ruben Amorim really keep losing as he searches for the right formula at Old Trafford?

    Ipswich make headlines around the world with their first home win of the season against stuttering Chelsea.

    Which is good news for Liverpool who are flying high at the top of the table. Was it actually a good idea to let Salah, Van Dijk and Trent’s contracts run down?

    Elsewhere, Postecoglou is a bad salesman and Forest are 2nd! Find out what the panel are looking forward to seeing in 2025

    Plus Sérgio Conceição, Sir Gareth and holograms.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Man United 0-2 Newcastle (05.30)

    • PART 1b: Ipswich 2-0 Chelsea with Stuart Watson (16.00)

    • PART 1c: Aston Villa 2-2 Brighton (30.00)

    • PART 2a: West Ham 0-5 Liverpool (33.00)

    • PART 2b: Nottingham Forest are second! (41.00)

    • PART 2c: Spurs 2-2 Wolves (45.00)

    • PART 2d: Leicester 0-2 Man City (52.00)

    • PART 3a: Milan change managers (56.00)

    • PART 3b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (59.00)

    • PART 3c: Looking forward to 2025 (63.00)

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  35. Atletico and Atalanta top the tree, plus our 2024 highlights

    24 december 2024 · 57 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s got his festive friends alongside him as Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Pol Ballús bring the pre-Christmas cheer and reflect on all the action from across the continent. Lees meer

    There was late, late drama in La Liga as Alexander Sørloth’s 96th minute goal made it 12 wins in a row for new league leaders Atleti following a 2-1 victory over Barcelona - who are down to third and in their worst run of form for over 20 years. Elsewhere, a certain Kylian Mbappé’s starting to look pretty good for Real Madrid…

    It was all about the Coupe de France in, well, France - including humiliation for Montpellier at the hands of fourth tier Le Puy Foot, memorable penalty saves and disappointment for Andy Carroll.

    Meanwhile in the Bundesliga it looks like we’ve got a two-horse race on our hands for the title, as Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen both registered big 5-1 wins to keep things nicely poised heading into die Winterpause.

    And it’s even tighter in Serie A, with Napoli just two points behind Atalanta - the leaders having extended their winning run to 11 straight games in a tight 3-2 victory at Empoli.

    Plus, we say goodbye to 2024 with some… potentially unconventional picks for our best moments of the past 12 months.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moment of the weekend, festive plans and Christmas food (00.40)

    • PART 2: La Liga review - Sorloth stuns Barca and Mbappe finds his form (08.45)

    • PART 3: Ligue 1 review - damaged Donnarumma and Coupe de France upsets (21.25)

    • PART 4: Bundesliga review - Bayern and Leverkusen bag five before die Winterpause (31.10)

    • PART 5: Serie A review - De Ketelaere stars as Napoli keep up the pace (34.55)

    • PART 6: Moments of 2024 - judo, comebacks and Knights (45.15)

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  36. Liverpool put six past Spurs while the Manchester clubs both lose again

    23 december 2024 · 54 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Matt Davies-Adams and a host of festive friends after another enthralling Premier League weekend. Lees meer

    It’s box-office at Spurs again as league leaders Liverpool win 6-3 in North London. Are we normalising the incredible achievements of Arne Slot? And how long does Ange have left?

    Man City are in 7th place, a full 12 points off top spot after yet another defeat at Villa. Are they paying for a lack of future-proofing?

    Tim Spiers and Charlotte Harpur watch a couple of incredible 3-0 away wins for Wolves at the King Power and Bournemouth at Old Trafford. Should Ruben Amorim have taken the United job?

    Plus who are Forest’s biggest challengers for 4th? And what’s going on at Swindon?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Tottenham 3-6 Liverpool with James Pearce (03.30)

    • PART 1b: Arsenal win, Chelsea don’t (14.00)

    • PART 2a: Leicester 0-3 Wolves with Tim Spiers (21.00)

    • PART 2b: Man United 0-3 Bournemouth with Charlotte Harpur (28.00)

    • PART 2c: Fulham 0-0 Southampton (34.00)

    • PART 3a: Swindon struggling while Forest stay 4th (36.00)

    • PART 3b: Aston Villa 2-1 Man City (43.00)

    • PART 3c: Ipswich 0-4 Newcastle & West Ham 1-1 Brighton (50.00)

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  37. Liverpool travel to Tottenham, as Chelsea look to end Goodison hoodoo

    19 december 2024 · 1 uur 8 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Charlie Eccleshare, Adrian Clarke and Benji Lanyado into the studio ahead of the last Premier League matchday before Christmas. Lees meer

    The Carabao Cup quarter-finals bring good tidings for a Jesus-inspired Arsenal and league leaders Liverpool. How will the Reds fare at unpredictable Spurs on Sunday?

    Chelsea could go top of the table but they have to visit their bogey ground - Goodison Park.

    Will Man City sink further into the mire at Villa Park? And whose fault is their wretched run?

    The panel are feeling very frustrated by Rashford and Brentford but are loving Rohl and Robinson.

    Plus goals you don’t see anymore, and who plays the worst football in the Premier League?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Carabao Cup quarter-final roundup (03.00)

    • PART 2a: Tottenham v Liverpool preview (10.00)

    • PART 2b: Everton v Chelsea preview (19.00)

    • PART 3a: Aston Villa v Man City preview (28.00)

    • PART 3b: Crystal Palace v Arsenal preview (38.00)

    • PART 4a: Listener questions (44.00)

    • PART 4b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (55.00)

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  38. Inter hit Lazio for six as Barca lose again in La Liga

    17 december 2024 · 1 uur 1 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s joined by his continental crew - James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús and Seb Stafford-Bloor - to look back on the latest week of action from across Europe. Lees meer

    Atletico Madrid took advantage of their faltering rivals Barcelona and Real with a 1-0 win over Getafe to move level on points with Hansi Flick’s side at the top of the table - and with a game in hand. That’s after Barca’s 1-0 defeat at the hands of Leganes, while Carlo Ancelotti’s men were held 3-3 by Rayo Vallecano.

    It’s just as exciting over in Italy, with Atalanta flying high after their historic 10th consecutive league win. Napoli got back to winning ways to sit two points behind, while Inter also kept up the pressure with a statement 6-0 win over Lazio on Monday night.

    In the Bundesliga Bayern tasted defeat for the first time courtesy of a lacklustre 2-1 loss at bogey side Mainz, meaning Leverkusen closed the gap to four points courtesy of a 2-0 win at Augsburg. Plus, are Leipzig in the process of getting their season back on track?

    And in Ligue 1, PSG remain unbeaten and sit seven points ahead of the rest of the pack after their 3-1 win over Lyon. Elsewhere Lille extended their unbeaten run to 16 games in all competitions courtesy of a late 1-1 draw with Marseille, their longest unbeaten run for 51 years.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moments of the weekend (00.45)

    • PART 2: Serie A review - Six of the best from Inter while Atalanta make history (06.45)

    • PART 3: La Liga review - Barca lose again as Atleti close the gap (23.15)

    • PART 4: Ligue 1 review - PSG still unbeaten and seven points clear (34.15)

    • PART 5: Bundesliga review - Bayern taste defeat for the first time as Leverkusen slash their lead (47.55)

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  39. United stun City in Manchester derby, plus Martin, O’Neil sacked

    16 december 2024 · 1 uur 1 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Daniel Storey and Tim Spiers have plenty on their plate after a narrative-packed Premier League weekend. Lees meer

    The Manchester derby is won in sensational fashion by Man United with two late goals and Amad Diallo lighting up a drab derby. Is Man City’s place in the top 4 at serous risk?

    Two managers lose their jobs on Sunday. Gary O’Neil after Wolves’ apocalyptic defeat against Ipswich, and Russell Martin after Southampton’s mauling by Tottenham.

    Elsewhere Matt Davies-Adams watched Chelsea close the gap on Liverpool to just 2 points. But it’s a good weekend for the league leaders who rescue a draw with 10 men, while Arsenal draw a blank against Everton.

    Oh and Forest are in the top 4 after their own late comeback against Aston Villa.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Man City 1-2 Man United with Laurie Whitwell (04.00)

    • PART 1b: Southampton 0-5 Spurs, Martin sacked (15.00)

    • PART 1c: Chelsea 2-1 Brentford with Matt Davies-Adams (24.30)

    • PART 2a: Liverpool and Arsenal drop points in different fashions (31.00)

    • PART 2b: Brighton 1-3 Crystal Palace (38.00)

    • PART 3a: Nottingham Forest 2-1 Aston Villa (42.00)

    • PART 3b: Wolves 1-2 Ipswich, O’Neil sacked (49.00)

    • PART 3c: Newcastle 4-0 Leicester (56.00)

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  40. City crisis deepens ahead of Manchester derby, plus the World Cup’s future

    12 december 2024 · 1 uur 13 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Michael Cox, Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams into the studio for a bumper edition of the Totally Football Show. Lees meer

    Champions League matchday 6 sees Man City lose for the 7th time in 10 matches, this time in Turin against Juventus. Does Pep regret signing that new contract ahead of the most uncertain Manchester derby in years?

    Elsewhere Real Madrid are victorious against Atalanta in perhaps the game of the season so far, and the Brest fairytale continues.

    The 2034 World Cup will take place in Saudi Arabia, while the 2030 World Cup will take place in 3 different continents. The panel express their dismay at the process and ponder the future of the World Cup.

    The Premier League weekend also sees some Sunday 7pm kick-offs with the under-pressure Postecoglou and the inimitable Palmer in action.

    Plus the magnificence of Marco Silva, Wizzard and Wikipedia

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Juventus 2-0 Man City (06.00)

    • PART 1b: Victories for Arsenal, Liverpool & Villa (14.00)

    • PART 2a: Atalanta 2-3 Real Madrid (26.00)

    • PART 2b: Elsewhere in the Champions League (31.00)

    • PART 3: Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 World Cup (38.00)

    • PART 4a: Manchester derby preview (48.00)

    • PART 4b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (56.00)

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  41. Defining week for PSG & Real in Europe while Atleti are on the charge

    10 december 2024 · 1 uur 1 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo’s joined by Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford Bloor and James Horncastle for a deep-dive into matchday six of the Champions League - plus a look back at all the weekend’s domestic action from around Europe. Lees meer

    PSG are on their worst run of the season - three games without a win in all competitions and just one goal scored. They gear up for a crucial Champions League meeting with Salzburg, while in Ligue 1 Marseille and Monaco closed the gap at the top to five points.

    Serie A has a new leader - with Atalanta taking advantage of Napoli’s 1-0 defeat at the hands of Lazio to move two points clear at the summit courtesy of their own 2-1 win over Milan. So, could Gasperini’s men get the better of Real Madrid in their European showdown on Tuesday night in Bergamo?

    In the Bundesliga Dortmund warmed up for their midweek meeting with Barcelona by drawing 1-1 with Gladbach, while Bayern Munich’s lead at the top of the table stands at six points following their 4-2 win over Heidenheim.

    And in La Liga Barcelona’s slump in form continued with a 2-2 draw at Betis - meaning Real and Atleti are breathing down their necks, both with games in hand over Hansi Flick’s men. It was Diego Simeone’s side who picked up the most dramatic result of the weekend, coming back from 3-1 down with an hour played to win 4-3 against Sevilla.

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moment of the weekend and Champions League previews - (00.45)

    • PART 2: Ligue 1 review - Goal-shy PSG flatter to deceive - (13.00)

    • PART 3: Serie A review - Atalanta take top spot as Lazio get the better of Napoli (twice) - (23.25)

    • PART 4: Bundesliga review - Marco Rose spared as Bayern go six points clear - (37.55)

    • PART 5: La Liga review - Atleti win nine in a row as Barca slip up again - (50.00)

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  42. Chelsea win 4-3 at Spurs after more embarrassment for Man United

    9 december 2024 · 1 uur 1 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Tom Williams and Tim Spiers gather to discuss a Premier League weekend packed full of drama and goals. Lees meer

    It’s another sensational Spurs v Chelsea fixture with Enzo Maresca’s Blues running out 4-3 winners. They sit 4 points behind leaders Liverpool while many are questioning how long Ange Postecoglou has left at Tottenham.

    Man United are beaten for the second time in a remarkable week at Old Trafford and then part company with director of football Dan Ashworth the very next day. But can Nuno take Forest into Europe?

    There’s late drama everywhere on Sunday, including Bournemouth snatching victory from the jaws of defeat at Portman Road. Stuart Watson has more on another hammer blow for Ipswich.

    Plus Man City and Arsenal slip up, and the quote of the season so far.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Tottenham 3-4 Chelsea with Liam Twomey (05.30)

    • PART 2a: Fulham 1-1 Arsenal and Leicester 2-2 Brighton (21.00)

    • PART 2b: Ipswich 1-2 Bournemouth with Stuart Watson (28.00)

    • PART 3a: Man Utd 2-3 Forest + Dan Ashworth exits (37.00)

    • PART 3b: The rest of the Premier League weekend/midweek (50.00)

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  43. Chelsea & Arsenal cut the gap on Liverpool, ahead of the Merseyside derby

    5 december 2024 · 55 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Natalie Gedra, Duncan Alexander and Charlie Eccleshare into the studio in the midst of a week packed full of Premier League football. Lees meer

    Liverpool drop some rare points after a classic 3-3 draw at St James’s Park. Will there be another slip-up on Saturday in what could be the last ever derby at Goodison Park?

    Arsenal cut the gap to 7 points after bombarding Man United with corners at the Emirates. Are we living in the golden era of set-pieces?

    Chelsea are also 7 points behind the leaders after their 5-1 win at Southampton. Next up, a trip to Tottenham, which last season gave us one of the craziest Premier League fixtures ever.

    Plus Man City’s return to form, and will West Ham and Wolves change managers before the two teams meet next Monday?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool with George Caulkin (04.00)

    • PART 1b: Arsenal 2-0 Man United (14.30)

    • PART 2: Chelsea and Man City also victorious (28.00)

    • PART 3a: Merseyside derby preview with Patrick Boyland (40.00)

    • PART 3b: The rest of the Premier League weekend/midweek (48.00)

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  44. Barcelona falter again while Atalanta win eight in a row

    3 december 2024 · 1 uur 6 min

    Afspelen
    Pol Ballús, Julien Laurens, Seb Stafford Bloor and James Horncastle are alongside Jimbo for your weekly fix of continental action. Lees meer

    La Liga is getting rather interesting all of a sudden, as Barcelona fell to a shock 2-1 defeat by Las Palmas - their first victory away at Barca since 1971! Real Madrid took full advantage and bounced back from their midweek Champions League disappointment at Anfield with a 2-0 win over Getafe. It means they’re just a point behind Hansi Flick’s side with a game in hand. But who’s that in third and just a point further behind… a resurgent Atlético Madrid?!

    Atalanta are showing they mean business in Serie A this season as they recorded their eighth straight win in all competitions with a 2-0 victory at Roma on Monday night. They’re just a point behind leaders Napoli, who were 1-0 winners at Torino thanks to Scott McTominay’s first half strike. But there were scary scenes in Fiorentina as their match with Inter was suspended and then abandoned when Edoardo Bove collapsed in the 16th minute. Thankfully the news since has been positive after receiving treatment in hospital.

    It ended 1-1 in Der Klassiker between Dortmund and Bayern on Saturday evening, but there’s concern for Harry Kane who went off early with what appeared to be a hamstring injury. Eintracht Frankfurt were big 4-0 winners in Heidenheim on Sunday to close the gap on Bayern at the top of the table to four points.

    And in Ligue 1, PSG’s poor week continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Nantes - the first time they’ve come from behind to take a point all season. But despite dropping points Luis Enrique’s side are seven points clear at the top of the table - and have Marseille to thank following their 2-1 win over Monaco.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moment of the weekend and latest on Edoardo Bove - (00.45)

    • PART 2: Bundesliga review - Dortmund and Bayern share the spoils as Leipzig’s horror season continues (13.00)

    • PART 3: Ligue 1 review - Disgruntlement in Paris as …

  45. Liverpool sweep aside Man City - who are their most likely title challengers?

    2 december 2024 · 1 uur 6 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo assembles Duncan Alexander, Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams onto the pod after a stunning and seismic weekend of Premier League football. Lees meer

    Liverpool inflict a 4th successive league defeat on champions Man City at Anfield. Arne Slot’s serene start continues as the Reds go 9 points clear in the title race.

    Who are the most likely challengers? Is it Chelsea for whom Caicedo and Cucurella are playing sensationally? Or is it free-scoring Arsenal? And are we getting fooled into thinking Bukayo Saka will break the assist record?

    It’s an emphatic victory for Man United in Ruben Amorim’s first game in charge as the pressure mounts on Sean Dyche at Everton.

    Plus have Leicester taken too big a punt on Van Nistelrooy and could Newcastle ever challenge the title?

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Liverpool 2-0 Man City with James Pearce (05.00)

    • PART 2a: Man United 4-0 Everton (20.00)

    • PART 2b: Chelsea 3-0 Aston Villa (26.00)

    • PART 2c: Spurs 1-1 Fulham with Jay Harris (34.00)

    • PART 3a: West Ham 2-5 Arsenal (38.00)

    • PART 3b: Wolves 2-4 Bournemouth (46.00)

    • PART 4: The rest of the Premier League weekend (50.00)

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  46. Liverpool conquer Real Madrid, ahead of meeting with fragile Man City

    28 november 2024 · 1 uur 8 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo welcomes Rory Smith, Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams into the studio after another incredible week in the football. Lees meer

    Liverpool take down Real Madrid 2-0 to maintain their 100% record in the Champions League, as Kylian Mbappe has another nightmare night for the visitors. How many more Anfield nights will Mo Salah experience?

    Next up for the Reds, fragile Man City who are in full-on crisis after letting a three-goal lead slip against Feyenoord. Pol Ballus joins us to try and get inside the mind of Pep Guardiola.

    Elsewhere in the Premier League, free-scoring Arsenal travel to a possibly resurgent West Ham while Chelsea look to show their title credentials at home to Aston Villa.

    Plus Van Nistelrooy to Leicester, Lampard to Coventry and the most middle-class looking footballer in Europe.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Liverpool 2-0 Real Madrid (05.00)

    • PART 2: The state of Man City with Pol Ballus (19.00)

    • PART 3 : Arsenal, Aston Villa and more Champions League (37.00)

    • PART 4a: Chelsea’s title hopes and Van Nistelrooy to Leicester (52.00)

    • PART 4b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (62.00)

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  47. Liverpool take on Real Madrid as Napoli spoil Ranieri’s return

    26 november 2024 · 59 min

    Afspelen
    Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford Bloor and James Horncastle join Jimbo for a look ahead to matchday five in the Champions League - and a look back on the return to domestic action across Europe. Lees meer

    All eyes on Anfield on Wednesday night as Real Madrid take on old friends Liverpool - having got right back into things in the La Liga title race with their commanding 3-0 win over Leganes which leaves them just four points behind leaders Barcelona with a game in hand. That’s after Hansi Flick’s side saw a two-goal lead slip away in their draw at Celta Vigo ahead of Tuesday night’s meeting with Brest.

    It’s still incredibly tight at the top in Serie A, with Napoli beating Roma 1-0 to spoil Claudio Ranieri’s first match back in charge - thanks to a goal from a certain Romelu Lukaku. The less said about Milan 0-0 Juventus the better as Thiago Motta’s side continue to uninspire with a trip to Villa Park looming on Wednesday…

    Bayern Munich and Harry Kane continue to lead the charge in the Bundesliga after their 3-0 win over Augsburg - but do they need a statement win against PSG to show their credentials? Plus, a big win for Dortmund on the pitch against Freiburg - but drama at their AGM off it.

    And in Ligue 1, PSG warmed up for that trip to the Allianz Arena with a 3-0 win over Toulouse - so can they finally translate their domestic dominance into a much-needed victory in the Champions League?

    Produced by Lucy Oliva.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Moment of the weekend & standout Champions League ties (00.45)

    • PART 2: La Liga review - Real close the gap ahead of Anfield visit (08.35)

    • PART 3: Serie A review - Napoli maintain slender lead as Juventus underwhelm (19.40)

    • PART 4: Bundesliga review - Kane breaks yet more records as Dortmund drama continues (36.35)

    • PART 5: Ligue 1 review - PSG gear up for Bayern visit and Marseille go off grid (46.45)

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  48. Tottenham thrash Man City at the Etihad, as Cooper loses Leicester job

    25 november 2024 · 1 uur 2 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Adrian Clarke after an incredible Premier League weekend full of plot twists. Lees meer

    Man City suffer their 5th defeat in a row and possibly their most shocking ever under Pep Guardiola as Spurs run riot 4-0 at the Etihad. What’s going wrong? Could it be an era-defining result? Jay Harris was there.

    Next up for City, leaders Liverpool who are now 8 points clear despite being given a major scare by Southampton on Sunday.

    Leicester took the surprise decision to sack Steve Cooper after just 12 games in charge. Rob Tanner tells us why they really don’t want to end up back in the Championship.

    Ruben Amorim’s Man United score after 81 seconds but are held 1-1 by Ipswich in his first game in charge. Looks like there’s plenty that needs to change if he’s to stamp his Sporting style on the Red Devils.

    Plus why Hurzeler is hot and Sean Dyche is not.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1a: Ipswich 1-1 Man United (04.30)

    • PART 1b: Southampton 2-3 Liverpool (09.30)

    • PART 2 : Man City 0-4 Spurs, with Jay Harris (16.00)

    • PART 3a: Leicester sack Cooper after Chelsea loss, with Rob Tanner (33.00)

    • PART 3b: Aston Villa 2-2 Crystal Palace (41.00)

    • PART 4a: Arsenal 3-0 Forest (46.00)

    • PART 4b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (50.00)

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  49. Can Man City end their losing streak against rebranded Spurs?

    21 november 2024 · 58 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo has Jack Lang, Tom Williams and Jay Harris for company in the studio as the Premier League returns. Lees meer

    It’s official - Pep Guardiola will be at Man City until at least the summer of 2026. Can that news wake City from their slumber as they host a Tottenham team with a new badge and an excellent record against Guardiola? Sam Lee has more.

    A big weekend looms for Enzo Maresca who goes back to Leicester and Ruben Amorim who takes charge of Man United for the very first time, as they head to Ipswich.

    Wales are promoted to the top tier of the Nations League in dramatic fashion, plus there’s more joy for the never any joy brigade.

    And we remember one man and his umbrella on this day 17 years ago.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Nations League review - Wales promoted to the top tier (03.30)

    • PART 2a: Man City v Spurs preview with Sam Lee (24.00)

    • PART 2b : Southampton v Liverpool (40.00)

    • PART 3a: On This Day - the wally with a brolly (44.00)

    • PART 3b: Leicester v Chelsea & Arsenal v Forest previews (48.00)

    • PART 3c: The rest of the Premier League weekend (52.00)

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  50. Which new England players are here to stay? And what’s going on at Lyon?

    18 november 2024 · 59 min

    Afspelen
    Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Colin Millar as the Nations League group stage draws to a close. Lees meer

    Lee Carsley’s tenure as England manager is also over but it was a memorable finale as the Three Lions beat the Republic of Ireland 5-0 to earn promotion back to the top tier. Which of the many new additions to the England squad will be sticking around under Thomas Tuchel?

    France get the two-goal win they need in Italy to finish top of their Nations League group. We talk to Julien Laurens about Les Bleus, Paul Pogba and Lyon’s potential relegation to Ligue 2!

    Megan Feringa joins us to break down a massive WSL weekend where Chelsea’s new manager Sonia Bompastor makes it 10 wins out of 10.

    Plus Louie Barry, sprinklers and things we don’t like in football.

    Produced by Charlie Jones.

    RUNNING ORDER:

    • PART 1: Things we don’t like in football (01.00)

    • PART 2: England 5-0 Republic of Ireland (11.00)

    • PART 3: Northern Ireland, Scotland & the rest of the Nations League (23.00)

    • PART 4a: France, Pogba and Lyon with Julien Laurens (37.00)

    • PART 4b: WSL round-up with Megan Feringa (48.00)

    • PART 4c: AFCON and CONMEBOL (55.00)

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