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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 happening - and why it matters.
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1On this week’s episode of The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast, the team discuss some of the high profile players to have switched positions in the Premier League recently.Also - what makes players flexible? And who excels in multiple roles?Host: Michael BaileyGuests: Liam Tharme, Michael Cox, Cerys JonesProducer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week we're looking ahead to the biggest games of MW15.Tim Spiers and Cerys Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the midweek action and preview Wolves vs Manchester United, Bournemouth vs Chelsea, Leeds United vs Liverpool, and Sunderland vs Manchester City.Plus, the leagues most in form team meet the league leaders as Aston Villa host Arsenal and Thomas Frank faces his old side as Spurs take on Brentford.Host: Matt Davies-AdamsWith: Tim Spiers & Cerys JonesExecutive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey MoorheadProducer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Arsenal continue to set the pace in the Premier League, but there was a minor scare at the Emirates as Declan Rice was forced off against Brentford.So, how important is he for Arsenal?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Art De Roche and Carl AnkaExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tuesday night saw goals galore in the Premier League.Nine at Craven Cottage as Manchester City edged a 5-4 win over Fulham - including Erling Haaland’s 100th.And at St James’ Park - there was a last minute equaliser from Cristian Romero, earning Spurs a point.So why are Newcastle dropping points so often, and why can’t Spurs create chances?Host: Ayo AkinwolereGuests: Chris Waugh, Charlie Eccleshare, Dan Kilpatrick, Jordan CampbellExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s now less than a month until the January transfer window opens.Manchester United are in pursuit of a new midfielder, with Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba among the names being considered.So will they finally fix their midfield in 2026?Host: Ayo AkinwolereGuests: Mark Critchley, Laurie WhitwellExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chelsea took a point against Arsenal despite, yet again, being down to ten men. So, will their ill-discipline stop them being title contenders?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-BrookeExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Chelsea vs Arsenal. Which side will make the bigger statement with a win? Does Enzo Maresca have to start Estevao? Who would the panel have in their side out of Rice and Caicedo? Mark Critchley and Cerys Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Crystal Palace vs Manchester United, Spurs vs Fulham, and West Ham vs Liverpool. Host: Matt Davies-AdamsWith: Mark Critchley & Cerys JonesExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the battle of two of Europe’s heavyweights it was Arsenal who came out on top.So, how much damage does a first defeat of the season do to Vincent Kompany’s Bayern?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Kev HatchardExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Real Madrid are top of La Liga and have won three from four in the Champions League, but there’s always drama around the corner at the Bernabeu.Vinicius Junior has told the club he doesn’t want to renew his contract while his relationship with head coach Xabi Alonso remains strained.So… who will end up winning this battle: star player or head coach?Host: Ayo AkinwolereGuests: Mario Cortegana, Dermot Corrigan, Jack LangExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson, Liam Warburton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After six defeats in their last seven Premier League matches, reigning champions Liverpool sit 12th in the league.Supporters streamed out of Anfield when Nottingham Forest’s third goal went in on Saturday.So is Arne Slot’s position at risk?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Jon Mackenzie and Oli KayExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Mike Stavrou, Liam Warburton, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Arsenal are six points clear at the top of the Premier League with Eberechi Eze playing a starring role.So, how important has their summer business been?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Adam Crafton and James McNicholasExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Arsenal vs Spurs. Which side is under more pressure to win? Who replaces Gabriel? Where can Spurs hurt Arsenal? Reuben Pinder and Alexander Barker join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Newcastle vs Manchester City, Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest, and Manchester United vs Everton. Host: Matt Davies-AdamsWith: Reuben Pinder & Alexander BarkerExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo has a £65m release clause - as revealed by The Athletic's David Ornstein. He could be on the move in January. So who wants him? And where will he go?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein, Carl Anka, Dan Kilpatrick and Dean HoldenExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 2026 World Cup is almost set. We now know 42 out of the 48 teams going to next year’s tournament.With the draw just around the corner, we're looking at who has qualified already, who is yet to qualify, and what a 48-team World Cup will look like.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Jack Pitt-Brooke, Felipe Cardenas, Adam CraftonExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Mike Stavrou, Liam Warburton, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today we bring you an audio exclusive with David Kogan, Chair of the Independent Football Regulator.A role that makes him one of the most powerful people in English football.So what powers will he actually have, and what difference will they make to fans of clubs in the Premier League and beyond?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Matt Slater and David KoganExecutive Producers: Adey Moorhead and Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke, Jay Beale and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A week ago we released a documentary about illegal streaming. It’s fair to say, you’ve had a lot to say about it.So, today we’re going to answer your questions, and look to the future of watching football.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Adam Crafton and Matt SlaterExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We’re eleven games into the 2025/26 Premier League season. Arsenal are top, Man City are clinging to their coat tails, Sunderland are in the Champions League places and just four points separate 2nd from 9th. Meanwhile Newcastle are languishing in 14th, Fulham’s top scorer is own goals, West Ham and Nottingham Forest are in the relegation zone and Wolves sit rock bottom, still yet to win a game. So, is this the most unpredictable the Premier League has been in recent years?Host: Matt Davies-AdamsWith: Tim Spiers & Megan FeringaExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Como 1907 are one of the most intriguing clubs in modern football. They have gone from Serie D to Serie A in just six years, backed by billionaire owners they have ambitious plans to grow the Como brand and emulate a Disney model.In this show we're talking to Mirwan Suwarso, President of Como 1907 about how the club rose to the top and their plans to sustain their success. You'll hear all about manager Cesc Fabregas's involvement in succession planning, their data-led recruitment strategy, and insight into plans for their match abroad against AC Milan.We also talk fashion, Suwarso's surprising LinkedIn account, and Como's gorgeous lakeside stadium.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Matt Slater and Mirwan SuwarsoProducer: Mike Stavrou and Nick ThomsonExec Producers: Adey Moorhead and Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today we're bringing you an exclusive interview for The Athletic, Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton in conversation with David Ornstein.Ahead of next summer's World Cup, they get into his England chances, being overly self critical, the constant transfer speculation that surrounds him and much more... Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein & Adam WhartonExecutive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey MoorheadProducer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ruben Amorim’s first year at Manchester United has been box office.From the lows of the Europa League final defeat to the highs of that historic win at Anfield.So how do we assess his time at Old Trafford - and what next for the project?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Mark Critchley, Oli Kay and Charlotte HarpurExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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arsenal have harder teams to play than city ( based on all teams position and liverpool. what a clown.
arsenal won against "top 6".... you mean the big 6"... as Villa beat Arsenal twice lads
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More anti City tripe .....surprising
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Thanks guys for filling 99.9% of the time alloted to your 'analysis' of the Wolves v Spurs game to all things Spurs. Wolves goals may have come at the end of the game but it was a game they dominated. This bias towards 'bigger teams' is embarrassing and always forgets that there are two professional teams competing.
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an own goal in a s*** match and Arsenal are the new treble winner's God these pods are so predictable
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The absolute irony of this podcast debating the morals and ethics of football teams and then playing their sponsor Bet365 and trying to tempt the listener with betting 'offers'! As if one team having better chances of signing a player more than others, is anyway as bad as wrecking people's lives with gambling addiction!