The Athletic FC Podcast
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The Athletic FC Podcast
The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take 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 hap...
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The Preview: Man United vs Liverpool
Manchester United could secure their return to the Champions League with a win against their biggest rivals Liverpool.
Elsewhere, it’s Aston Vil...
Are Newcastle's Saudi owners losing interest?
Newcastle United’s Saudi owners are set to pull their funding of LIV Golf while uncertainty is rife at St James’ Park.
With the ownership in tow...
Mourinho & Madrid: Why? What? How?
Jose Mourinho could be set for a dramatic return to the Bernabeu.
So is the Special One really the man to save Real Madrid?
Plus, the pan...
How will Liverpool replace Salah?
As the curtain comes down on Mo Salah’s time at Anfield.
How prepared are Liverpool for his departure?
And will it be another big summer o...
Who should be Chelsea's next manager?
Last week Chelsea sacked Liam Rosenior. On Sunday they reached an FA Cup Final.
But the question remains, who should be their next manager?
Bruno Fernandes: Creative genius
On this week’s Athletic FC Tactics podcast, the panel discuss Bruno Fernandes, who is on the cusp of breaking the Premier League record for most assis...
The Preview: Wolves vs Spurs
Already relegated Wolves host relegation-threatened Tottenham - can De Zerbi's side finally pick up some momentum against the league's bottom team?
How did Leicester go from miracle to misery?
10 years after winning the Premier League title Leicester City have been provisionally relegated to England’s third tier.
So, how have the Foxes...
Chelsea sack Rosenior - reaction
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s David Ornstein and Liam Twomey, reacting to the news that Chelsea have parted ways with head coach Liam Ros...
How has Chelsea become so toxic?
Champions League football is slipping further from Chelsea’s grasp after a damaging 3-0 defeat to Brighton.
They’ve now lost five league games i...
Have Spurs left it too late?
Spurs’ nightmare season shows little sign of improving.
After West Ham’s draw with Crystal Palace - they remain two points from safety with five...
How can Arteta reignite Arsenal?
After defeat at the Etihad, Arsenal have lost control of the title race.
Man City can go top of the Premier League with a win at Burnley on Wedn...
Guardiola vs Arteta: Tactical breakdown
This week, The Athletic FC Tactics podcast diiscuss the huge Premier League title clash between Manchester City and Arsenal.
Can Mikel Arteta fi...
Napoli owner De Laurentiis: How to fix football
Napoli’s Aurelio De Laurentiis is one of European football’s most outspoken and recognisable owners and this week he’s been telling Adam Crafton all a...
The Preview: Man City vs Arsenal
The top two face off in a massive game in the title race.
Will Man City continue their excellent recent form, or can Arsenal spring a surprise a...
How broken are Real Madrid?
A Champions League knockout classic, that Real Madrid for once lost out in!
Elimination at the hands of Bayern Munich, they’re staring at a seco...
Ornstein latest: Iraola, Slot's future & Liverpool transfers
The managerial merry-go-round has started up again!
The latest mover is Andoni Iraola, who is leaving Bournemouth at the end the season.
S...
Why is the World Cup such a rip-off?
With fewer than 60 days before the World Cup begins - the eye-watering cost of tickets remains a contentious issue.
So will this be the most exp...
Are Arsenal losing their nerve, again?
After Arsenal slumped to defeat Man City closed the gap at the top of the Premier League with a statement win on Sunday.
Defeat to Bournemouth n...
Patrice Evra interview: Sir Alex Ferguson, Suarez and Carrick's Man United
Coming up today, we have a truly special interview. Manchester United legend Patrice Evra in conversation with The Athletic’s Adam Crafton.
They...
The Preview: Chelsea vs Man City
Chelsea welcome Manchester City to Stamford Bridge. Can the Citizens keep the pressure on in the title race?
Elsewhere Arsenal host Bournemouth,...
Why Barcelona want Julian Alvarez
After more than 20 years of waiting - Atletico Madrid have won at Camp Nou and it was Barca target Julian Alvarez who played a starring role!
So...
Has Kompany made Bayern the best in Europe?
Harry Kane’s 49th goal of the season helped Bayern Munich to victory in the Bernabeu.
Luis Diaz and Michael Olise played a starring support role...
Are FSG letting Liverpool drift?
After losing 4-0 at the Etihad, Liverpool’s season is at risk of unravelling.
With so much uncertainty surrounding the club's hierarchy, are FS...
The Preview: Man City vs Liverpool
This weekend see's FA Cup quarter-final action as squads return from the international break.
Manchester City host Liverpool in a mouthwatering...
Are Chelsea’s players losing faith in the project?
Marc Cucurella has lamented Chelsea’s decision to part ways with Enzo Maresca.
He joins Enzo Fernandez who earlier this month said he ‘did not u...
Italy and the World Cup: The curse continues
The 48-team line-up for the World Cup has now been determined, after a night of drama in the play-offs.
And for the third successive tournament,...
AFCON chaos: Will Senegal keep the trophy?
The fallout from the AFCON final in January continues to rumble on.
On Saturday - Senegal paraded the trophy in Paris …. despite having their ti...
Is De Zerbi the man to save Spurs?
Igor Tudor has left Tottenham Hotspur, after just one win from seven games in charge.
They’re now pursuing Roberto De Zerbi to replace him.
Who should England take to the World Cup?
We're into the final international break before this summer’s World Cup.
Harry Maguire and Kobbe Mainoo are back in the England squad while Tre...
What makes a good Premier League owner?
The Premier League currently and historically has seen a wide range of ownership models from local businessmen to sovereign wealth funds.
But wh...
What does Salah’s exit mean for Liverpool?
After nine years and more than 250 goals, Mohamed Salah is set to leave Liverpool.
The Egyptian King has helped fire the Reds to Champions Leagu...
Who are the Premier League's most powerful figures?
From players and managers to executives and owners, the Premier League is made up of some big personalities.
But who are the most influential?
Does Pep still have the edge over Arteta?
Manchester City claimed the first silverware of the season, thanks to a Nico O’Reilly brace.
For Arsenal it was another opportunity missed, but...
Who are the Champions League favourites after the last 16?
On this episode of The Athletic FC Tactics podcast, the panel discuss an enthralling round of Champions League Round of 16 ties.
From Premier Le...
Gabriel Jesus interview: Arteta vs Guardiola, Arsenal's title race & more
Ahead of the Carabao Cup final, Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus sits down with The Athletic FC for an exclusive interview.
In conversation with Mario C...
The Preview: Arsenal vs Man City
Arsenal and Manchester City take to Wembley for the Carabao Cup final.
Will Arsenal pick up their first major trophy since 2020, or will Pep Gu...
Does Chelsea's punishment fit the crime?
Chelsea have been fined more than £10m and handed a suspended transfer ban for making secret payments in relation to transfers.
So does the puni...
Is Rosenior losing the Chelsea fans already?
Chelsea are out of the Champions League after an 8-2 humbling at the hands of PSG.
So where does such a damaging defeat leave head coach Liam Ro...
Will Newcastle ever be an elite club?
With 12 wins, six draws and 12 defeats in the Premier League - Newcastle have been struggling to find consistency this season.
So a year on from...