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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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Iraola: The next supercoach?
Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth produced one of the performances of the season as they demolished Newcastle at the weekend.They are now seventh in the Premier…
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Do Chelsea really need more signings?
Last night, Chelsea ended their winless run with a comfortable 3-1 victory over Wolves.But despite spending more than a billion pounds assembling their squad -…
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Is Postecoglou to blame for Tottenham's problems?
Tottenham's defeat at Goodison Park on Sunday made it seven defeats in their last nine Premier League games.So what is going wrong for Spurs and will Ange…
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Ornstein meets Aubameyang: Arteta relationship, Chelsea ‘chaos’ and more
For an exclusive interview, David Ornstein sits down with former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on a career marked with chaos, mistakes and glory.So…
The Athletic FC PodcastHaaland's huge contract & can Moyes pile misery on Spurs?
David Ornstein and Manchester City writer Sam Lee join Adam Leventhal to discuss Erling Haaland's new 9 and a half year contract, a story David broke…
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Has Arteta made Arsenal too predictable?
After a damaging week with defeat in both Carabao Cup and FA Cup to Newcastle United and Manchester United, Arsenal bounced back on Wednesday night with a 2-1…
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Have Barcelona solved Olmo saga?
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has taken aim at the club's critics in the wake of the Dani Olmo registration saga.So why is he so angry, and is the situation…
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Zubimendi, Kvaratskhelia, Walker: Ornstein's transfers to watch
Napoli boss Antonio Conte has confirmed superstar winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia wants to leave Naples.So why does he want to depart? And where is his most…
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Why Everton and Moyes went back to the future
After sacking manager Sean Dyche on Thursday, by Saturday Everton have confirmed their decision to bring back David Moyes to replace him.So is Moyes the right…
The Athletic FC PodcastWho needs the FA Cup most this season?
With the FA Cup is upon us again, we're asking which Premier League side needs the competition most this season?Tottenham and Newcastle lead the way on the The…
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Lopetegui to Potter: Inside West Ham's crazy week
On Wednesday, after weeks of speculation West Ham finally sacked Julen Lopetegui.The Spaniard lasted just eight months - and 22 games in charge of the Hammers…
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How Nuno has transformed Forest
Another week, another beaten opponent and another milestone notched for Nottingham Forest. They made history with six wins on the bounce with their 3-0 victory…
The Athletic FC PodcastRashford, Kolo Muani, Williams: Ornstein's transfers to watch
The January transfer window is officially open!We take you inside the market to explain the deals being worked on, We have David Ornstein’s One To Watch, Kolo…
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How much is Trent distracted by Real Madrid?
Despite a 23-point gap between Liverpool and Manchester United, on Sunday there was nothing to separate them.So, how did Man United unsettle Liverpool? And…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Liverpool vs Man Utd
Tifo's Jon Mackenzie and The Athletic's Nick Miller are alongside Michael Bailey ahead of Sunday's meeting between Liverpool and Manchester United at…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Premier League Round-Up
Tim Spiers and Duncan Alexander join Michael Bailey for a Christmas special — reviewing the biggest moments from Boxing Day, as well as looking ahead to the…
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2024 Reviewed: sackings, snubs, and seismic shocks
It's been a year filled with news, moves and eyebrow raising events in the world of football and we're here to look back at them with our own Christmas…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Tottenham vs Liverpool
After beating Manchester United midweek in classically chaotic fashion, Tottenham host league leaders Liverpool. With just one clean sheet in their last 23…
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What next for Mudryk and Chelsea?
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has tested positive for a banned substance. He has been provisionally suspended. Both club and player have issued statements to…
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How to fix Man City
It’s now one win and eight losses in 11 games for Man City after the weekend’s derby defeat to Manchester United.So… what will it take to fix their current…
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Is this Simeone's best version of Atletico Madrid?
On Sunday, Atletico Madrid made it 11 wins on the bounce with Alexander Sorloth scoring the only goal in a 1-0 win over Getafe.Having drawn level at the top of…
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Why do Wolves want Vitor Pereira?
Sacking season is in full flow. Russell Martin departed Southampton, hours after Gary O’Neil was shown the door at Wolves. Three wins between these teams, 76…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Story of the Guinea Stadium Disaster
On December 1, one of the world’s worst stadium disasters unfolded. At the Stade du 3 Avril in Nzerekore, Guinea, a devastating crush led to chaos and…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Man City vs Man Utd
Manchester City writer Sam Lee, Manchester writer Mark Citchley and tactics writer Thom Harris join Michael Bailey for a Manchester derby roundtable.With Pep…
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Is Saudi Arabia a good choice for the World Cup?
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 Men’s World Cup after running unopposed.So why has FIFA allowed this to happen? What are the wider controversies surrounding…
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Will Tottenham stick with Project Postecoglou?
Spurs have lost 19 of their last 43 matches in the Premier League, and their most recent defeat against Chelsea was particularly damaging.So have Spurs evolved…
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Has Maresca turned Chelsea into title contenders?
At the weekend, Chelsea overcame their biggest test yet under Enzo Maresca.The 4-3 win away at their bitter rivals Tottenham has seen them go up to second…
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Inside Ashworth's shock Man United exit
After just five months, Dan Ashworth has left his role as sporting director at Manchester UnitedSo why has he gone, and what does it say about the new…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Tottenham vs Chelsea
After defeat on the South Coast, Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham host in form Chelsea. In a fixture that saw five goals scored, five goals disallowed, eight…
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When is the best time to sack a manager?
So far just two Premier League managers have been shown the door this season, with Erik Ten Hag and Steve Cooper having been sacked.But as we head toward the…
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Inside the transfer window with David Ornstein
We’re taking you inside the 2025 transfer market to explain the deals that are being worked on across both the winter and summer windows.This includes the…
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Is Amorim ready for his first big test against Arsenal?
So Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United have got off to a decent start, with two wins and one draw so far.But how are they going to handle a visit to Arsenal this…
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Is Man City's title race over already?
As Liverpool moved 9 points clear at the top of the Premier League after a comfortable victory over Manchester City Anfield serenaded Pep Guardiola with…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Liverpool vs Man City
A major weekend of action kicks off on Friday evening, culminating in a massive game in the title race, as Liverpool welcome Manchester City.Arne Slot's Reds…
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Is Serie A the most electrifying league in Europe?
Ahead of this weekend’s games the top five teams in Italy are separated by just one point.Added to that, the last five seasons have seen four different clubs…
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Is Aston Villa's Champions League run hurting them?
Aston Villa are exceeding expectations in the Champions League, but it’s seems to have come at a cost.Their form has dipped in the Premier League, leaving them…
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Premier League APT changes - what does it all mean?
Last week, Premier League clubs voted in favour of amendments to the associated party transaction rules.After labelling the rules ‘discriminatory and…
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Will Liverpool give Salah what he wants?
"I'm probably more out than in," Mohamed Salah said on his future, after another match-winning performance against Southampton.His goals mean Liverpool are now…
The Athletic FC PodcastSudan: Football and the Forgotten War
In April 2023, civil war broke out in Sudan. It continues to this day leaving in its wake the worst humanitarian crisis in the world, according to the United…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Man City vs Tottenham
Manchester City host Tottenham at the Etihad, the first game since Pep Guardiola announced he’ll be staying in Manchester a little longer. Tottenham were…
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Has FPL transformed how we watch football?
Today we’re talking; captains, differentials, and when to wildcard. You know it. We’re talking Fantasy Premier League aka FPL.So, how has a fantasy game…
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Inside Guardiola's decision to stay at Man City
Pep Guardiola has agreed to extend his contract as Manchester City manager So why has he decided to stay and will he be able to build another team to dominate…
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Are Real Madrid worse with Mbappe?
Today’s focus is on Kylian Mbappe’s stuttering start to life at Real Madrid Has the big-money move made Madrid worse? Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Dermot Corrigan…
The Athletic FC PodcastWho are the billionaires that own Premier League clubs?
This week across The Athletic we’re focusing on the people that own the 20 clubs that make up the Premier League.So who are they? How much does it cost? and…
The Athletic FC PodcastIs the Premier League stronger than ever?
We’re eleven games into the season, today we’ll be assessing the table – and asking the question – is the quality of the Premier League the best it’s ever…
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Is Kane right about England dropouts?
England have had nine players drop out of their squad ahead of their matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland.Captain Harry Kane is not impressed…
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Are Roma Europe's most chaotic club?
Roma have sacked a second manager in less than two months and are now in talks to bring former coach Claudio Ranieri out of retirement.So… can Ranieri…
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Is Project Messi working in the U.S.?
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami crashed out of the MLS Cup in the first round of the playoffs.So what now for Messi and Miami after being granted a place in the…
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Is Angeball working at Tottenham?
After another defeat Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou was quick to accept responsibility following their 2-1 home loss to Ipswich Town.So why are the Spurs…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Liverpool vs Aston Villa
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Is Viktor Gyokeres ready for the Premier League?
As demonstrated in the Champions League this week Viktor Gyokeres is European football's in-form striker.The Sporting striker's hat-trick against Man City puts…
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Edu's Arsenal exit
Edu has resigned as Arsenal’s Sporting Director and is expected to join Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ portfolio of clubs.So why has Edu left the…
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Has Slot made Liverpool forget Alonso?
While their rivals faltered around them on the weekend, Arne Slot’s machine increased their lead at the top of the Premier League.As Xabi Alonso, who was the…
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How significant is Man City’s defeat?
So Man City suffered defeat in the Premier League for the first time this season away at Bournemouth on Saturday.Added to that, ahead of the game manager Pep…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Man United vs Chelsea
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where each week we go deep on the biggest game of the weekend.This week — we’re focusing on Manchester United…
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Inside Amorim's move to Man United
Manchester United have reached an agreement to make Ruben Amorim their head coach.So how did the deal come about and is Amorim more suited to succeed at Man…
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Real Madrid's Ballon d'Or boycott
Real Madrid were expecting Vinicius Junior to win the Ballon d’Or on Monday night, but it didn’t go their way.The decision prompted Madrid to cancel their trip…
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Are Chelsea lacking leaders?
Things are looking good for Chelsea in the Premier League. Despite this, their manager Enzo Maresca has urged captain Reece James to show more leadership.So is…
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Man United sack Ten Hag: Why now & what next?
Erik ten Hag has been sacked as Manchester United manager having won just four games from 14 in all competitions at the start of this season.So, why now and…
The Athletic FC PodcastThe Preview - Arsenal vs Liverpool
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where each week we go deep on the biggest game of the weekend.This week — we’re focusing on Arsenal vs…