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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
The Athletic FC PodcastJurgen Klopp on life after Liverpool and his fears for football
Jurgen Klopp is back in football but not as a manager. In January, he began work as global head of soccer at Red Bull.Our very own Adam Crafton sat down with…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview: Chelsea vs Liverpool
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the red card loving blues of Chelsea versus the no longer red hot reds of…
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Why Wirtz is struggling at Liverpool
Eight games into his Liverpool career Florian Wirtz is yet to score or assist. So why the slow start and how long will he take to adapt to the Premier…
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How Glasner made Palace unbeatable
Crystal Palace are flying. They’re the FA Cup holders, they’re in Europe and they’re on an 18-game unbeaten run across all competitions.So… what is the secret…
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Can Nuno fix West Ham?
Graham Potter is the latest manager to be shown the door at West Ham.In comes a new challenger - Nuno Espírito Santo.But do West Ham’s problems go beyond their…
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How much more misery can Man United take?
It’s 17 defeats in 33 Premier League games for Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United after Saturday's latest defeat at Brentford.So, how much more misery can they…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview: Newcastle vs Arsenal
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Newcastle vs Arsenal.Eddie Howe's side have won each of their last three home…
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Is a 64-team World Cup inevitable?
FIFA have discussed making the 2030 World Cup a 64-team tournament.So who actually wants it and could it really happen?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Adam Crafton…
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Is Ousmane Dembele really the best player in the world?
Ousmane Dembele scooped the Ballon d’Or on Monday night.His 35 goals helped PSG clinch their first ever Champions League.So how did he evolve from a promising…
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Inside Aston Villa’s power struggle
Aston Villa are currently 18th in the Premier League and have scored just one goal so far.So is the team really "lazy” or does Unai Emery need to change?Host…
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How do Arsenal catch Liverpool?
Arsenal have fallen five points off the pace in the Premier League, after drawing 1-1 with Man City on Sunday.And in the boardroom there are changes as well…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview: Arsenal vs Man City
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the Arsenal vs Manchester City. In what is often dubbed as master vs apprentice…
The Athletic FC PodcastIs Chelsea's transfer policy working?
Chelsea’s young squad were given a reality-check on their Champions League return, losing 3-1 in Munich to Bayern after two years out of the competition.Prior…
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Has Mbappe overtaken Vinicius as Real Madrid's main man?
Real Madrid are back to winning ways in Champions League.In their 2-1 win over Marseille on Tuesday night, Kylian Mbappe shone bright, whilst Vinicius Jr was…
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Champions League preview: Who can topple PSG?
The Champions League is back this week.Last season we had a switch up in format, and PSG were finally triumphant.So what should we expect this time…
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How far can Haaland’s goals take Man City?
Man City made light work of Man United in Sunday's Manchester derby thanks to Phil Foden and a double from Erling Haaland, who now sits on 90 Premier League…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview: Man City vs Man United
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the Manchester derby.Despite winning five of their last eight Premier League…
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Why Barcelona still can't play at Camp Nou
What do Barcelona and Post Malone have in common? Neither of them can play at Camp Nou.So what's going on, and will this stadium ever be ready?Host: Ayo…
The Athletic FC PodcastWhy the Premier League needs English football's pyramid to thrive
So far in our series, The Future of Football, we've looked at the global game and the unstoppable power of the Premier League.But away from the top flight…
The Athletic FC PodcastIs the Premier League’s dominance a problem?
This summer, Premier League clubs set a new record for spending in a single transfer window at over £3bn, that’s more than La Liga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and the…
The Athletic FC PodcastWhy are Forest swapping Nuno for Ange?
Nottingham Forest have sacked head coach Nuno Espirito Santo and look set to replace him with former Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou.So what’s going on at the City…
The Athletic FC PodcastUEFA v FIFA & the battle for club football’s future
Welcome to The Future of Football, a special three part series asking the biggest questions shaping the game from the impact of the Club World Cup to whether…
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Levy leaves Spurs & early Premier League conclusions
Huge news from north London on Thursday as Daniel Levy was removed from his role as Tottenham Hotspur’s executive chairman after almost 25 years at the club…
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Is women's football still growing?
Record attendances at the Euros? Check.65k in London to celebrate the Lionesses? Check.Rising attendances for the WSL? Not last season.So is women's football…
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Sesko and Gyokeres: Will they adapt to the Premier League?
Premier League clubs went BIG on striker signings this summer. But how difficult is it to adapt to England’s top flight?Former Manchester United striker Louis…
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The 10 biggest moments of the transfer window
This has been a transfer window for the ages.There’s been sulks, sagas and over £3billion spent by Premier League clubs. Ayo Akinwolere is joined by the…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe DealSheet with David Ornstein
David Ornstein joins Adam Leventhal, Chris Weatherspoon and JJ Bull to run through the top deals on deadline day. Host: Adam LeventhalWith: David Ornstein…
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Does Isak make Liverpool unstoppable?
The summer's major transfer saga is over. Liverpool have agreed a deadline day deal for Alexander Isak.A fee of £130m will help take Liverpool's summer…
The Athletic FC PodcastShould we be worried about Liverpool this season?
Liverpool have picked up six points from their first two games, but have conceded four goals... So, should Arne Slot be concerned with how his new signings are…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview: Liverpool vs Arsenal
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Liverpool vs Arsenal.Arne Slot's side are without a Premier League victory over…
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How much worse can it get for Amorim and Man United?
Manchester United have been knocked out the Carabao Cup by fourth-tier Grimsby Town.Three games into the season they have one point and they've spent almost…
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Ornstein transfer latest: Mainoo, Jackson & Arsenal sales
With just days left in the transfer window, the pressure is on Premier League clubs to trim their squads.Ayo Akinwolere is joined by David Ornstein and Carl…
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Liverpool win the Isak derby - but do they need more signings?
It was a thrilling night at St James’ Park as Liverpool nicked it in the last minute thanks to teenager Rio Ngumoha. Newcastle showed spirit but it's clear…
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Can Nuno survive at Forest?
Nuno Espirito Santo says he won't walk away from Nottingham Forest after publicly throwing into doubt the state of his relationship with owner Evangelos…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe biggest changes in the Premier League so far
Welcome to The Week in Football, where we dig into the biggest tactical shifts, storylines, and surprises shaping the football world over the past seven…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview: Newcastle vs Liverpool
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Newcastle vs Liverpool.Despite the fact he’s got about as much chance of starting…
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Ornstein transfer latest: Arsenal hijack Eze to Spurs
Arsenal have hijacked Tottenham’s move for Eberechi EzeSo how did we get here? And could Spurs have avoided this?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein…
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Is Maresca right to demand more Chelsea signings?
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca wants more players - and it got us thinking… are new signings always the solution? Or should coaches be more adaptable?Host: Ayo…
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La Liga set for U.S. match - is the Premier League next?
The Spanish FA have approved the request for the La Liga fixture between Villarreal and Barcelona to be played in Miami. So what is the likelihood of the…
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Same old Arsenal or a slow evolution?
At Old Trafford all the talk pre-match was about the new strikers on show, but in the end it was a set piece that made the difference, as Arsenal beat…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview: Man United vs Arsenal
Welcome to The Preview from The Athletic FC, where every Friday we’ll look ahead to the weekend’s Premier League action.This week it’s all about the start of…
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Can Leeds, Sunderland or Burnley survive?
In the last two seasons, the three promoted clubs have been relegated from the Premier League.So will Leeds, Sunderland or Burnley survive this time…
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Ornstein Transfer Latest: Isak, Eze, Donnarumma
Alexander Isak has told Newcastle he won’t play for them again — can he force a move to Liverpool? We bring you the latest.Plus, how are Spurs addressing their…
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Isak shuns Newcastle, but who holds the power?
David Ornstein dropped the news this morning that Alexander Isak is adamant he won’t play for Newcastle again and that he has no desire to reintegrate into the…
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Are Liverpool still the team to beat?
Title holders Liverpool have been the talk of the transfer window, but couldn't claim the Community Shield against Crystal Palace. So, are they ready to defend…
The Athletic FC PodcastInside the world of Premier League referees
Referees are integral to football. But with every decision scrutinised, why would anyone want to be a referee?The Athletic has been given insider access to the…
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Will Man United's £200m striker spree fix their problems?
Manchester United have spent over £200m and counting. But after continuous false dawns, will they deliver this season?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Andy Mitten &…
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Ornstein transfer latest: Sesko to Man Utd & what now for Isak?
We’re focusing on strikers today. In the latest twist to the transfer story of the summer - Benjamin Sesko looks to be on his way to Manchester United So what…
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Dowman & Ngumoha: Why young players are competing earlier
15-year-old Max Dowman has been the talk of Arsenal’s pre-season and 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha has shone for Liverpool.But can either break into the first team…
The Athletic FC PodcastAnatomy of a Transfer - ICYMI
Another chance to hear Anatomy of a Transfer, your one stop guide to how transfers happen. Join Adam Leventhal as he goes behind the scenes at training…
The Athletic FC PodcastTransfers that shook the world: Sol Campbell to Arsenal
Welcome to Transfers that shook the world, a summer series for The Athletic FC looking back on the moves that sparked fury and saw heroes become villains.Today…
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Do shirt numbers still matter?
Viktor Gyokeres is Arsenal’s new No.14.Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappe and Cole Palmer have all switched to take the No.10 for their clubs.So, how significant is a…
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How long can Newcastle hold on to Isak?
Alexander Isak has refused to go on tour with Newcastle United and wants to leave.So who could afford him and do Newcastle have any chance of keeping him?Host…
The Athletic FC PodcastTransfers that shook the world: Luís Figo to Real Madrid
Welcome to Transfers that shook the world, a summer series for The Athletic FC looking back on the moves that sparked fury and saw heroes become villains.Today…
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New manager, new players, new... Spurs?
The Thomas Frank era has officially begun at Spurs and they are busy.After landing Mohammed Kudus, Morgan Gibbs-White is next on the list. But will their…
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Why are Barcelona signing Rashford?
Marcus Rashford is set to sign for Barcelona in a loan deal, with an option to make it permanent, leaving his boyhood club Manchester United.So, is it a deal…
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How Cruyff inspired Ajax's rebirth
Welcome to Football Architects - a summer series from our friends over at the Athletic FC Tactics podcast, telling the the unsung tales behind modern football…
The Athletic FC PodcastTransfers that shook the world: Ashley Cole to Chelsea
Welcome to Transfers that shook the world, a summer series for The Athletic FC looking back on the moves that sparked fury and saw heroes become villains.Today…
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Ornstein transfer latest: Liverpool move for Isak & Ekitike
On Tuesday Liverpool made an approach to sign Alexander Isak.And now they have also made a move for Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitike, who is also being…
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Was the Club World Cup worth it?
Chelsea are the new Club World Cup champions beating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.Gianni Infantino says the…