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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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36:54

Why Man City might not win the title

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/07

Man City look unstoppable… Victory over Brentford on Monday was their ninth consecutive win across all competitions…Win all their games and Pep Guardiola’s side will be Champions But is their fourth Premier League title in a row already set in stone?Or are there enough flaws in this City team for the likes of Arsenal & Liverpool to believe? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s data expert & Man City fan Thom Harris, Manchester United writer Carl Anka… and representing Tottenham - it’s

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39:39

Why Man City might not win the title

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/07

Man City look unstoppable… Victory over Brentford on Monday was their ninth consecutive win across all competitions… Win all their games and Pep Guardiola’s side will be Champions But is their fourth Premier League title in a row already set in stone? Or are there enough flaws in this City team for the likes of Arsenal & Liverpool to believe? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s data expert & Man City fan Thom Harris, Manchester United writer Carl Anka… and representing Tottenham - it’s

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37:00

Do Chelsea still believe in Project Pochettino?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/06

After a heavy defeat at the weekend, home fans at Stamford Bridge made their feelings clear.. Less than a year on from the sacking of Graham Potter, Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea sit in the bottom half of the Premier League table So…. after spending so heavily on players over the past 19 months, what exactly is owner Todd Boehly’s plan for Chelsea? And where does this leave the Pochettino Project? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Chelsea writer Liam Twomey, who joins us fresh from

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34:15

Do Chelsea still believe in Project Pochettino?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/06

After a heavy defeat at the weekend, home fans at Stamford Bridge made their feelings clear..Less than a year on from the sacking of Graham Potter, Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea sit in the bottom half of the Premier League tableSo…. after spending so heavily on players over the past 19 months, what exactly is owner Todd Boehly’s plan for Chelsea?And where does this leave the Pochettino Project?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Chelsea writer Liam Twomey, who joins us fresh from attending

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37:03

Can Arsenal win the Premier League?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/05

Having moved to within just two points of the top of the Premier League, are Arsenal serious contenders to win this season's Premier League? The Gunners saw of Liverpool 3-1 on Sunday in a must-win game for their title hopes as Mikel Arteta's side hope to go one better than last season. Join Ayo Akinwolere, James McNicholas and Oli Kay as they analyse Arsenal's win over table-toppers Liverpool before assessing the credibility of their title chances with champions Manchester City also waiting to take

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34:18

Can Arsenal win the Premier League?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/05

Having moved to within just two points of the top of the Premier League, are Arsenal serious contenders to win this season's Premier League?The Gunners saw of Liverpool 3-1 on Sunday in a must-win game for their title hopes as Mikel Arteta's side hope to go one better than last season.Join Ayo Akinwolere, James McNicholas and Oli Kay as they analyse Arsenal's win over table-toppers Liverpool before assessing the credibility of their title chances with champions Manchester City also waiting to take

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48:34

Weekend Preview: Will Liverpool end Arsenal’s title...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/02

Michael Bailey sits in for Adam Leventhal for another preview of the weekend ahead! Headlining the fixture list is Arsenal vs Liverpool - is it now or never for Arsenal to get back in the title race? Elsewhere a downturn in form has seen Everton drift into the relegation zone, but will Champions League-chasing Spurs pile on the misery at Goodison? And Manchester United's chaotic season continued midweek with a 4-3 win away to Wolves. Can they back it up this Sunday as they welcome West Ham? Host:

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45:49

Weekend Preview: Will Liverpool end Arsenal’s title...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/02

Michael Bailey sits in for Adam Leventhal for another preview of the weekend ahead! Headlining the fixture list is Arsenal vs Liverpool - is it now or never for Arsenal to get back in the title race? Elsewhere a downturn in form has seen Everton drift into the relegation zone, but will Champions League-chasing Spurs pile on the misery at Goodison? And Manchester United's chaotic season continued midweek with a 4-3 win away to Wolves. Can they back it up this Sunday as they welcome West Ham?Host:

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38:30

Has FFP killed the transfer window?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/01

It's been a low-key transfer window as the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules showed their teeth. Saudi spending paused, the “Chelsea loophole” closed and clubs instead left scouring the market for loans or cut-price deals. The summer, however, things could ramp up again though clubs will start to work with two deadlines in mind! Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Oli Kay and Joey D'Urso to discuss the impact of financial restrictions on the state of the transfer market

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35:45

Has FFP killed the transfer window?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/02/01

It's been a low-key transfer window as the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules showed their teeth.Saudi spending paused, the “Chelsea loophole” closed and clubs instead left scouring the market for loans or cut-price deals.The summer, however, things could ramp up again though clubs will start to work with two deadlines in mind!Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Oli Kay and Joey D'Urso to discuss the impact of financial restrictions on the state of the transfer market and

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30:50

Have Man United been tough enough with Rashford?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/31

Manchester United say Marcus Rashford has “taken responsibility for his actions” and will be available for selection again after being dropped This after we reported Rashford went for a night before reporting ill & missing training the following day United says that the disciplinary matter has been dealt with internally and is now closed. But given how the likes of Jadon Sancho were dealt with, has Erik ten Hag been tough enough with Rashford? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Mark

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29:05

Have Man United been tough enough with Rashford?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/31

Manchester United say Marcus Rashford has “taken responsibility for his actions” and will be available for selection again after being dropped This after we reported Rashford went for a night before reporting ill & missing training the following dayUnited says that the disciplinary matter has been dealt with internally and is now closed.But given how the likes of Jadon Sancho were dealt with, has Erik ten Hag been tough enough with Rashford? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Mark

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39:55

How Barcelona’s toxicity forced Xavi out

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/30

After a humiliating defeat on Saturday, Barcelona manager Xavi announced he’d be stepping down from his position at the end of the season. So what led Xavi to make this decision when he did? And as financial troubles & power struggles continue behind scenes whilst the team struggle on the pitchWhat next for Barcelona? Is it time for a cultural reset for the club with perhaps the most famous identity in world football? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan and

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41:40

How Barcelona’s toxicity forced Xavi out

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/30

After a humiliating defeat on Saturday, Barcelona manager Xavi announced he’d be stepping down from his position at the end of the season. So what led Xavi to make this decision when he did? And as financial troubles & power struggles continue behind scenes whilst the team struggle on the pitch What next for Barcelona? Is it time for a cultural reset for the club with perhaps the most famous identity in world football? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan and

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37:18

How do Liverpool replace Klopp?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/29

On Friday morning the world of football was shaken by news Jurgen Klopp is to leave Liverpool at the end of the season.After more than eight years in charge the German is to walk away in the summer, leaving the Reds in need of a new management team including a new Sporting Director, manager and first team coaching staff.So how do Liverpool go about beginning their search for a successor to their most successful manager of the Premier League era?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's football

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40:03

How do Liverpool replace Klopp?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/29

On Friday morning the world of football was shaken by news Jurgen Klopp is to leave Liverpool at the end of the season. After more than eight years in charge the German is to walk away in the summer, leaving the Reds in need of a new management team including a new Sporting Director, manager and first team coaching staff. So how do Liverpool go about beginning their search for a successor to their most successful manager of the Premier League era? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's football

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43:36

Weekend Preview: Maddison returns and a Black Country...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/26

Adam Leventhal and co return to preview another bumper FA Cup weekend, featuring 16 matches, including several heavyweight Premier League ties.Friday night sees Spurs welcome Man City back to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, a match in which they boast a remarkable record: five games played, five wins, zero goals conceded. Can Man City snap the streak?Also on Friday, Aston Villa head to Stamford Bridge. The Villains may be way ahead in the league, but Chelsea are coming off the back of recent cup

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46:21

Weekend Preview: Maddison returns and a Black Country...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/26

Adam Leventhal and co return to preview another bumper FA Cup weekend, featuring 16 matches, including several heavyweight Premier League ties. Friday night sees Spurs welcome Man City back to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, a match in which they boast a remarkable record: five games played, five wins, zero goals conceded. Can Man City snap the streak? Also on Friday, Aston Villa head to Stamford Bridge. The Villains may be way ahead in the league, but Chelsea are coming off the back of recent cup

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8:27

Klopp to leave Liverpool at end of season

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/26

Liverpool have announced that Jurgen Klopp is stepping down as manager at the end of the season.After a hugely successful eight and a half years at the club, Klopp will take a sabbatical.So what next for him, and what next for Liverpool?The Athletic's Liverpool correspondent James Pearce reacts to this seismic news.Host: Iain MacintoshProducer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:27

Klopp to leave Liverpool at end of season

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2024/01/26

Liverpool have announced that Jurgen Klopp is stepping down as manager at the end of the season. After a hugely successful eight and a half years at the club, Klopp will take a sabbatical. So what next for him, and what next for Liverpool? The Athletic's Liverpool correspondent James Pearce reacts to this seismic news. Host: Iain Macintosh Producer: Mike Stavrou Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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