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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 happening - and why it matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:58

Will Man United's summer of change end the chaos?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/12

New coaches, new CEO, new Sporting Director - you name it - it’s been a summer, of upheaval at Manchester United.That's before you even look at the transfer market!But will the changes be enough for the drastic, improvement needed after finishing 8th in the Premier League last season?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Manchester United writers, and Talk of the Devils regulars Laurie Whitwell and Carl Anka to assess how Erik Ten Hag's men are preparing for the new season, while David Ornstein

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47:13

Will Man United's summer of change end the chaos?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/12

New coaches, new CEO, new Sporting Director - you name it - it’s been a summer, of upheaval at Manchester United. That's before you even look at the transfer market! But will the changes be enough for the drastic, improvement needed after finishing 8th in the Premier League last season? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Manchester United writers, and Talk of the Devils regulars Laurie Whitwell and Carl Anka to assess how Erik Ten Hag's men are preparing for the new season, while David

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46:50

Uncertainty at Man City: Pep, Alvarez, and looming...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/09

Pep Guardiola has entered the final year of his Manchester City contract.With the uncertainty around many players futures, and the 115 charges still looming, could this be the end of an era at Manchester City? Adam Levethal is joined by Phil Hay, lead writer for The Athletic FC newsletter as well as our Manchester City writer Sam Lee to reflect on their eventful U.S tour, Julian Alvarez's potential €95m move to Atletico Madrid, and discuss whether this could be Pep Guardiola's last season in

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38:35

Uncertainty at Man City: Pep, Alvarez, and looming...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/09

Pep Guardiola has entered the final year of his Manchester City contract.With the uncertainty around many players futures, and the 115 charges still looming, could this be the end of an era at Manchester City? Adam Levethal is joined by Phil Hay, lead writer for The Athletic FC newsletter as well as our Manchester City writer Sam Lee to reflect on their eventful U.S tour, Julian Alvarez's potential €95m move to Atletico Madrid, and discuss whether this could be Pep Guardiola's last season in

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42:54

Chelsea: new manager, same problems

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/08

With just one win in five games, Chelsea’s US Tour hasn’t quite gone to plan, conceding four goals apiece to both Celtic and Manchester City along the way.New boss Enzo Maresca blamed ‘old habits’ for their defensive misgivings after his side’s latest defeat to Real Madrid.So, with the Premier League season just over a week away what should we expect from Chelsea? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Phil Hay, lead writer for The Athletic FC newsletter as well as our Chelsea writer Liam Twomey to analyse

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51:09

Chelsea: new manager, same problems

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/08

With just one win in five games, Chelsea’s US Tour hasn’t quite gone to plan, conceding four goals apiece to both Celtic and Manchester City along the way. New boss Enzo Maresca blamed ‘old habits’ for their defensive misgivings after his side’s latest defeat to Real Madrid. So, with the Premier League season just over a week away what should we expect from Chelsea? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Phil Hay, lead writer for The Athletic FC newsletter as well as our Chelsea writer Liam Twomey to analyse

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28:13

How can Barcelona afford Dani Olmo?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/07

Fresh off an outstanding Euro 2024 campaign with Spain, Dani Olmo is close to a 60 million euro move to Barcelona.But given their ongoing financial issues, how are Barca affording this?And with plenty of stars already established in midfield, do they even need Olmo?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Pol Ballús and Tomás Hill López-MencheroExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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36:28

How can Barcelona afford Dani Olmo?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/07

Fresh off an outstanding Euro 2024 campaign with Spain, Dani Olmo is close to a 60 million euro move to Barcelona.But given their ongoing financial issues, how are Barca affording this? And with plenty of stars already established in midfield, do they even need Olmo? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Pol Ballús and Tomás Hill López-Menchero Executive Producer: Abi Paterson Producer: Mike Stavrou Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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41:21

Zlatan interview: Milan love affair, Man United and...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/06

On today’s podcast we bring you our reporter Adam Crafton’s exclusive interview with Zlatan Ibrahimovic.With 561 goals for club and country and 12 league titles across four countries - he is truly one of football’s greats.You’ll hear the former Manchester United, PSG, Milan and Sweden striker open up on his childhood, his tattoos, how Jose Mourinho got the best out of him, and… viewing himself as ‘God’.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Adam CraftonExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike Stavrou

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49:36

Zlatan interview: Milan love affair, Man United and...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/06

On today’s podcast we bring you our reporter Adam Crafton’s exclusive interview with Zlatan Ibrahimovic.With 561 goals for club and country and 12 league titles across four countries - he is truly one of football’s greats. You’ll hear the former Manchester United, PSG, Milan and Sweden striker open up on his childhood, his tattoos, how Jose Mourinho got the best out of him, and… viewing himself as ‘God’. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Adam Crafton Executive Producer: Abi Paterson Producer: Mike

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46:57

Are Arsenal ready to topple Man City?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Despite going close in each of the past two seasons, Arsenal have ultimately finished both empty-handed. So is this the season Mikel Arteta finally delivers the Premier League title? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Art De Roche as well as Handbrake Off regular and former Arsenal winger Adrian Clarke to assess Arsenal's title chances ahead of the new season. Italian football correspondent James Horncastle also shares his thoughts on the Gunners move for Riccardo Calafiori following his

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38:42

Are Arsenal ready to topple Man City?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Despite going close in each of the past two seasons, Arsenal have ultimately finished both empty-handed.So is this the season Mikel Arteta finally delivers the Premier League title?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Art De Roche as well as Handbrake Off regular and former Arsenal winger Adrian Clarke to assess Arsenal's title chances ahead of the new season.Italian football correspondent James Horncastle also shares his thoughts on the Gunners move for Riccardo Calafiori following his move

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49:38

Are Premier League friendlies enough for U.S. fans?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool are just some of the teams in America during pre-season supposedly giving back to their fans abroad.But is it enough? Do Premier League teams need to play competitive matches away from England to truly make this a global game? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Adam Crafton to discuss the importance of pre-season tours in the US for Premier League clubs with the likes of James McNicholas, Laurie Whitwell, Sam Lee and James Pearce also sharing their views while on

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41:23

Are Premier League friendlies enough for U.S. fans?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool are just some of the teams in America during pre-season supposedly giving back to their fans abroad.But is it enough? Do Premier League teams need to play competitive matches away from England to truly make this a global game?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Adam Crafton to discuss the importance of pre-season tours in the US for Premier League clubs with the likes of James McNicholas, Laurie Whitwell, Sam Lee and James Pearce also sharing their views while on

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48:37

What now for Southgate & England?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/15

Spain are deservedly champions of Europe.So why are England once again unable to take the final step? And will it be Gareth Southgate’s final game as manager? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Oli Kay, David Ornstein, Pol Ballus Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke & Jay Beale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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40:22

What now for Southgate & England?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/15

Spain are deservedly champions of Europe.So why are England once again unable to take the final step?And will it be Gareth Southgate’s final game as manager? Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Oli Kay, David Ornstein, Pol BallusExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducers: Guy Clarke & Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:59

Is Lamine Yamal the heir to Messi's throne?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/12

Lamine Yamal turns 17 the day before Spain’s Euro 2024 final against England and he’s already produced the moment of the tournament with his wonder goal in the semi-final win over France.So how did he get so good so young? And will his club side Barcelona be able to keep hold of him in the long term?Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Pol Ballus, who is out in Germany covering Spain at Euro 2024 as well as La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan is analyse the rise of Lamine Yamal and look ahead to

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43:14

Is Lamine Yamal the heir to Messi's throne?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/12

Lamine Yamal turns 17 the day before Spain’s Euro 2024 final against England and he’s already produced the moment of the tournament with his wonder goal in the semi-final win over France.So how did he get so good so young? And will his club side Barcelona be able to keep hold of him in the long term? Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Pol Ballus, who is out in Germany covering Spain at Euro 2024 as well as La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan is analyse the rise of Lamine Yamal and look ahead to

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35:37

Are England good or just lucky?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/11

England left it late, but thanks for Ollie Watkins' last minute winner are through to the final at Euro 2024.So are they now good, or just really lucky having relied on a number of big moments throughout the tournament?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Oli Kay who was in Dortmund for the 2-1 win over the Netherlands as well as Jack Pitt-Brooke and Tim Spiers to analyse England's route to the final and the role of manager Gareth Southgate. Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Oli Kay, Jack Pitt-Brooke

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39:52

Are England good or just lucky?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/07/11

England left it late, but thanks for Ollie Watkins' last minute winner are through to the final at Euro 2024.So are they now good, or just really lucky having relied on a number of big moments throughout the tournament? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Oli Kay who was in Dortmund for the 2-1 win over the Netherlands as well as Jack Pitt-Brooke and Tim Spiers to analyse England's route to the final and the role of manager Gareth Southgate. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Oli Kay, Jack

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