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The Athletic FC Podcast
The Athletic's flagship football podcast is with you six days a week, bringing unrivalled analysis from the biggest stories in world football. New host Emma Paton is joined by the likes of David Ornstein, Adam Crafton, Matt Slater and James Horncastle. The show takes you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really happening - and why it matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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How ruthless can Arsenal be this summer?
On Wednesday night, Arsenal's Champions League hopes were ended in Munich, in their first quarter-final at that level in 14 years.Afterwards Mikel Arteta was…
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Are Premier League matches heading to the U.S.?
Last night were were reminded why the Champions League is the biggest draw in world football.Meanwhile, FIFA seem to be stepping back in the battle to stop…
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Why Leverkusen's title is just the beginning
On Sunday, Bayer Leverkusen won the first league title in their 120-year history, and the celebrations were wild.Still to play for this season; a potential…
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Why is Klopp's Liverpool farewell faltering?
At Anfield on Sunday, Liverpool’s terrible week got a whole lot worse.A shock 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace has dealt a blow to Jurgen Klopp’s hopes of a second…
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Can Villa rattle Arsenal again?
It’s matchday 33 in the Premier League and Arsenal host Aston Villa as they look to hold on to top spot in the league table.Elsewhere, Spurs go to Newcastle…
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Is PSG’s Galacticos era over?
After overseeing a 27-game unbeaten run, Luis Enrique’s PSG fell to defeat at home to Barcelona on Wednesday night, losing 3-2 in their Champions League…
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Will Diego Simeone ever leave Atletico Madrid?
Diego Simeone and Atletico Madrid have enjoyed and endured a 12-year love affair and it is hard to imagine one without the other. He has overseen both…
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Is Arteta building a dynasty at Arsenal?
Mikel Arteta takes charge of Arsenal’s first Champions League quarter final in 14 years on Tuesday night.Top of the Premier League and with the opportunity to…
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Should Man United persist with Ten Hag next season?
On Sunday Old Trafford witnessed more mayhem as Manchester United and Liverpool played out a 2-2 draw.Despite facing another 28 shots, Man United emerged with…
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Weekend Preview: Can chaotic Man United beat Liverpool again?
It’s matchday 32 in the Premier League and Manchester United host Liverpool in a match that will have big implications on the title race.Elsewhere, Burnley go…
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Why Champions League qualification isn't a ‘golden ticket’
Last night, Aston Villa stumbled in pursuit of securing a top four place in the Premier League losing 4-1 away to Manchester City.But as Newcastle have shown…
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Could De Zerbi or Frank manage at the very top?
Tonight, Thomas Frank and Roberto de Zerbi go head-to-head in what some might call the data derby… Brentford and Brighton may adopt a similar approach behind…
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How do Chelsea turn turmoil into triumph?
Chelsea’s difficult season continued as Mauricio Pochettino’s side were held to a 2-2 draw by 10-man Burnley at the weekend..There’s division among the fans, a…
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Who do Liverpool target after Alonso decision?
On the pitch Liverpool have seized the initiative in the Premier League title race following their 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday.Yet off the…
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Weekend Preview: Will Man City vs Arsenal decide the title?
It’s matchday 30 in the Premier League and the huge meeting of the weekend sees Manchester City host top-of-the-table Arsenal.Title rivals Liverpool…
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Who would buy a football club in 2024?
Most of us can only dream of owning a football club .But for the very rich it’s an opportunity towards power, influence and… even more moneySo who are the…
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Should Mainoo start at the Euros?
A few months ago Kobbie Mainoo had not played a minute for his club at senior level let alone his country.Now at just 18, he is one of Manchester United’s best…
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Is Thiago Motta the next great coach?
Thiago Motta, the mastermind behind Bologna's unlikely push for a Champions League spot, is seen as one of the most impressive up-and-coming managers.With…
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Will Endrick be football's next superstar?
For anyone that didn’t know about him already, 17-year-old wonderkid Endrick introduced himself with a winner against England at Wembley on Saturday.So how…
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Can anyone stop England or France at Euro 2024?
It’s just 84 days until the European Championships begin in Germany - so we are looking ahead to Euro 2024, with a particular focus on two of the favourites…
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Is PSR doing more harm than good?
Following Nottingham Forest's four-point deduction for breaching the Premier League's Profitability and Sustainability Rules earlier this week, Ayo Akinwolere…
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How long will Newcastle's faith in Eddie Howe last?
Once again Newcastle United will finish the season trophyless, and currently sit 10th in the Premier League.There have been question marks over finances…
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Why doesn’t Ben White want to play for England?
Last week England boss Gareth Soutgate announced that Arsenal’s Ben White does not want to play for England.So, why doesn’t one of the best players in Europe…
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Can the FA Cup save Ten Hag?
Following Manchester United's dramatic FA Cup Sixth Round win over Liverpool at Old Trafford The Athletic's David Ornstein and Mark Critchley join Ayo…
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Weekend Preview: Can Man Utd end Liverpool’s 'quadruple' hopes?
It’s matchday 29 in the Premier League & the FA Cup quarter-finals this weekend. The big meeting of the weekend sees Manchester United take on Liverpool at Old…
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Should Man United knock down Old Trafford?
Manchester United face Liverpool on Sunday at their iconic home Old Trafford, but the ‘Theatre of Dreams’ isn’t what it once was.Last week the club announced…
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Can Barcelona's youngsters save the club?
On Tuesday night, Barcelona made it through to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.There was a time when that would have been very much routine.But…
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How does Chelsea's multi-club model work?
Chelsea saw off Newcastle in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge, a win that eased pressure on Mauricio Pochettino…But the bigger picture is they remain 11th…
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Why do Liverpool want Michael Edwards back?
Only one point separates the top three in the Premier League following Liverpool and Man City drawing 1-1 at Anfield on Sunday, while Arsenal beat Brentford…
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Weekend Preview: Liverpool vs Man City
It’s another huge weekend in the Premier League, with a pivotal matchup in the title race as Liverpool host Manchester City at Anfield.Elsewhere, Aston Villa…
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Klopp v Guardiola: The Premier League's greatest rivalry?
This weekend sees Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool face Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City for the final time in the Premier League.Two hugely successful managers but…
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Is Postecoglou on the right track at Spurs?
With 12 games to go Spurs look like a good bet for Champions League football.So are Spurs punching above their weight or could they be even higher had their…
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Do Arsenal still need to sign a striker?
Last night, Arsenal swept the floor with another of the Premier League’s relegation candidates, Sheffield United.So do they need a new striker after all?!In…
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Will Ten Hag ever close the gap on Man City?
Manchester City eventually ran out convincing winners over Manchester United in the derby at the weekend. Yet, Erik ten Hag said afterwards that the gap in…
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Weekend Preview: Manchester Derby
It’s the Manchester derby, with City hosting United at the Etihad Stadium. United will be hoping to better their 3-0 defeat in the reverse fixture.Elsewhere…
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How long will three-team Premier League title race last?
With 12 Premier League games to play, the top three are separated by just two points, with Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal all still firmly in…
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Is Haaland destined for Real Madrid?
Last night, Manchester City moved a step closer to another treble, thanks to the formidable Erling Haaland.If City do win the lot - again - could he start to…
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Does the Everton case damage the Premier League?
Why has Everton’s 10-point deduction for breaching profit and sustainability rules been reduced to six points? How will the decision impact sides around them…
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Why Klopp's kids offer Liverpool a goldmine
Following Liverpool's 10th League Cup success manager Jurgen Klopp described it as the most special achievement of his career, given the reliance he had to put…
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Weekend Preview: Carabao Cup Final
Adam Leventhal and co return to preview the weekend of top-flight football ahead, with not only Premier League points but also domestic silverware on the line…
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Can Palace match Glasner's ambition?
Oliver Glasner has been chosen as the man to re-energise Crystal Palace after a barren run of just two wins from 16 in all competitions.The Europa…
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What Tuchel's Bayern exit means for Alonso race
Bayern Munich and head coach Thomas Tuchel will part ways at the end of the season.Why has the announcement come now and what does it tell us?Why isn’t Tuchel…
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How do PSG replace Mbappe?
Last week Kylian Mbappe told Paris Saint Germain of his decision to leave the club at the end of the season with Real Madrid the expected destination but as…
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Why Man United want Dan Ashworth
Man United want Dan Ashworth to be their new sporting director.He has been placed on gardening leave after informing Newcastle of his desire to leave the…
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Weekend Preview: Can returning Palmer derail City's title charge?
Michael Bailey and co breakdown matchweek 25 of the Premier League.The headline clash is Saturday's late game between Manchester City and Chelsea. The last…
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Why China and Hong Kong turned on Messi
Lionel Messi’s move to Inter Miami appeared to be a marketing dream for all concerned, that was before their pre-season tour of Asia.After playing just seven…
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Can West Ham do better than Moyes?
West Ham’s 6-0 defeat to Arsenal last weekend was the club’s worst home defeat in over 60 years… and the fans voted with their feet.Wins over Man United and…
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Could Bayern tempt Alonso this summer?
Bayern Munich are out of both domestic Cup competitions and were humbled by Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen side at the weekend.As pressure mounts ahead of their…
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Is this another false dawn at Man United?
Manchester United's 2-1 win at Villa Park on Sunday made it four consecutive wins for the first time this season, but what is the significance of that?Have…
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Weekend Preview: Can Villa hold off Man United?
Adam Leventhal returns to preview a bumper weekend of football ahead, including the Premier League as well as title matchups in Germany and Spain, and two…
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Has this been the best AFCON ever?
After four weeks of showcasing what the continent has to offer, the Africa Cup of Nations is down to a final two.Hosts Ivory Coast play Nigeria in Sunday’s…
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Why Man City might not win the title
Man City look unstoppable… Victory over Brentford on Monday was their ninth consecutive win across all competitions…Win all their games and Pep Guardiola’s…
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Do Chelsea still believe in Project Pochettino?
After a heavy defeat at the weekend, home fans at Stamford Bridge made their feelings clear..Less than a year on from the sacking of Graham Potter, Mauricio…
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Can Arsenal win the Premier League?
Having moved to within just two points of the top of the Premier League, are Arsenal serious contenders to win this season's Premier League?The Gunners saw of…
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Weekend Preview: Will Liverpool end Arsenal’s title challenge?
Michael Bailey sits in for Adam Leventhal for another preview of the weekend ahead! Headlining the fixture list is Arsenal vs Liverpool - is it now or never…
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Has FFP killed the transfer window?
It's been a low-key transfer window as the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules showed their teeth.Saudi spending paused, the “Chelsea…
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Have Man United been tough enough with Rashford?
Manchester United say Marcus Rashford has “taken responsibility for his actions” and will be available for selection again after being dropped This after we…
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How Barcelona’s toxicity forced Xavi out
After a humiliating defeat on Saturday, Barcelona manager Xavi announced he’d be stepping down from his position at the end of the season. So what led Xavi to…
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How do Liverpool replace Klopp?
On Friday morning the world of football was shaken by news Jurgen Klopp is to leave Liverpool at the end of the season.After more than eight years in charge…
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Weekend Preview: Maddison returns and a Black Country derby
Adam Leventhal and co return to preview another bumper FA Cup weekend, featuring 16 matches, including several heavyweight Premier League ties.Friday night…