x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

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.

sports soccer,

All Episodes

40:35

Inter Milan: Winning titles, losing money

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/22

It’s been a pretty good start to the season for Inter Milan. Ticking along nicely in the Champions League and top of Serie A as they chase silverware for a fourth consecutive season… Behind the scenes however, the picture isn’t quite as rosy. Despite increased revenues, profits are low and debts are sky-high. Add to that an outdated stadium, an ageing squad and some high-profile departures. So, is it enough for them to just be successful on the pitch and if a takeover is the solution, are they, or

en

38:50

Inter Milan: Winning titles, losing money

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/22

It’s been a pretty good start to the season for Inter Milan. Ticking along nicely in the Champions League and top of Serie A as they chase silverware for a fourth consecutive season… Behind the scenes however, the picture isn’t quite as rosy. Despite increased revenues, profits are low and debts are sky-high. Add to that an outdated stadium, an ageing squad and some high-profile departures.So, is it enough for them to just be successful on the pitch and if a takeover is the solution, are they, or

en

36:38

Barcelona 'bet the house' on their future - will it...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/21

It doesn’t seem that long ago, that Pep’s Barcelona were the epitome of a well-run football club. Moving on from Messi & co was always going to be difficult, but a series of failings on and off the pitch, led to a fall from grace. Only last month however, President Joan Laporta proclaimed the crisis he ‘inherited’ was over. But, as the reigning La Liga Champions’, net debt climbs to almost £1.2bn - is everything quite as it seems at Barca? In the second part of our series ‘Crisis Clubs’, examining

en

33:53

Barcelona 'bet the house' on their future - will it...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/21

It doesn’t seem that long ago, that Pep’s Barcelona were the epitome of a well-run football club.Moving on from Messi & co was always going to be difficult, but a series of failings on and off the pitch, led to a fall from grace. Only last month however, President Joan Laporta proclaimed the crisis he ‘inherited’ was over.But, as the reigning La Liga Champions’, net debt climbs to almost £1.2bn - is everything quite as it seems at Barca? In the second part of our series ‘Crisis Clubs’, examining

en

45:52

What Everton’s punishment could mean for Man City &...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/20

On Friday came the news that Everton have been hit with an unprecedented 10-point deduction for breaching the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules.Leaving Everton with only four points, and in the relegation zone, despite an up-turn in recent form on the pitch… So today, we’ll explain why Everton have been punished, what happens next & what it might mean for clubs like Manchester City and Chelsea.Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Senior football news reporter Matt

en

48:37

What Everton’s punishment could mean for Man City &...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/20

On Friday came the news that Everton have been hit with an unprecedented 10-point deduction for breaching the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules. Leaving Everton with only four points, and in the relegation zone, despite an up-turn in recent form on the pitch… So today, we’ll explain why Everton have been punished, what happens next & what it might mean for clubs like Manchester City and Chelsea. Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Senior football news reporter Matt

en

49:56

Premier League roundtable: The season so far

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/17

An international break gives Adam Leventhal and co a chance to sit down and reflect on the 12 gameweeks of Premier League action so far. With the help of Nick Miller, Jay Harris, and Caoimhe O’Neill, we start by asking whether Man City can be beaten to the title this season, with Liverpool and Arsenal looking like the key contenders. Then it's a trip to the foot of the table, and wondering whether the three promoted clubs - Burnley, Sheffield United, and Luton - can escape instant relegation. And

en

47:11

Premier League roundtable: The season so far

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/17

An international break gives Adam Leventhal and co a chance to sit down and reflect on the 12 gameweeks of Premier League action so far. With the help of Nick Miller, Jay Harris, and Caoimhe O’Neill, we start by asking whether Man City can be beaten to the title this season, with Liverpool and Arsenal looking like the key contenders.Then it's a trip to the foot of the table, and wondering whether the three promoted clubs - Burnley, Sheffield United, and Luton - can escape instant relegation. And

en

37:04

Man United’s leadership limbo: Arnold’s departure...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/16

After the news that Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold will be stepping down to be replaced by Patrick Stewart on an interim basis, and with billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s company INEOS set to buy a 25 per cent stake in United, does this move represent the start of a change of direction after a difficult 12 months at the club? And can United live up to the claim they made to investors, that with the right support they can enjoy billion pound revenues? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s

en

39:49

Man United’s leadership limbo: Arnold’s departure...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/16

After the news that Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold will be stepping down to be replaced by Patrick Stewart on an interim basis, and with billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s company INEOS set to buy a 25 per cent stake in United, does this move represent the start of a change of direction after a difficult 12 months at the club? And can United live up to the claim they made to investors, that with the right support they can enjoy billion pound revenues? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s

en

31:47

Napoli: From champions to chaos in six months

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/15

Reigning Serie A champions Napoli have parted company with head coach Rudi Garcia after just 16 matches in charge… Walter Mazzarri is the surprise replacement having previously been in charge of the club in 2013.. So how have Napoli gone from winning their first league title in 33 years to sacking their manager just six months later? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Italian football writer James Horncastle. Produced by Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead *** • This episode is

en

29:02

Napoli: From champions to chaos in six months

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/15

Reigning Serie A champions Napoli have parted company with head coach Rudi Garcia after just 16 matches in charge…Walter Mazzarri is the surprise replacement having previously been in charge of the club in 2013..So how have Napoli gone from winning their first league title in 33 years to sacking their manager just six months later?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Italian football writer James Horncastle.Produced by Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead***• This episode is sponsored

en

35:13

Xabi Alonso: Europe's next 'super coach'

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/14

Having taken Bayer Leverkusen from the relegation zone to the top of the Bundesliga within 13 months of taking charge, Xabi Alonso has made a meteoric start to his managerial career. After playing under some of the biggest names in coaching during his playing career, including the likes of Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti and Rafa Benitez, Alonso has already begun to forge an impressive reputation for himself. The Athletic's Raphael Honigstein and Thom Harris join Ayo Akinwolere to

en

32:28

Xabi Alonso: Europe's next 'super coach'

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/14

Having taken Bayer Leverkusen from the relegation zone to the top of the Bundesliga within 13 months of taking charge, Xabi Alonso has made a meteoric start to his managerial career.After playing under some of the biggest names in coaching during his playing career, including the likes of Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti and Rafa Benitez, Alonso has already begun to forge an impressive reputation for himself.The Athletic's Raphael Honigstein and Thom Harris join Ayo Akinwolere to

en

35:40

Is Raheem Sterling’s England career over?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/13

Amongst the chaos at Stamford Bridge yesterday there was a top draw performance from one of the usual suspects in Raheem Sterling. But despite being one of the best players on the pitch in Chelsea’s four four draw with Manchester City, Sterling has - once again - not made the latest England squad. So is Sterling being unfairly overlooked or has Gareth Southgate moved on with new faces, such as Chelsea teammate Cole Palmer? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Man City writer Sam Lee, Chelsea

en

32:55

Is Raheem Sterling’s England career over?

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/13

Amongst the chaos at Stamford Bridge yesterday there was a top draw performance from one of the usual suspects in Raheem Sterling.But despite being one of the best players on the pitch in Chelsea’s four four draw with Manchester City, Sterling has - once again - not made the latest England squad.So is Sterling being unfairly overlooked or has Gareth Southgate moved on with new faces, such as Chelsea teammate Cole Palmer?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Man City writer Sam Lee, Chelsea

en

43:43

Weekend Preview: Can Chelsea back-up Spurs win...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/10

Adam Leventhal welcomes Jay Harris, Jon Mackenzie, and Omar Garrick to the studio to preview the weekend's fixtures. Chelsea vs Manchester City headlines the weekend's action as Pochettino's side look to claim another big scalp after taking down Spurs on Monday. Tottenham will look to regroup despite losing four key players to injury or suspension as they take a trip to Wolves.Elsewhere, Brighton are five games without a Premier League win; we ask Tifo tactics expert Jon Mackenzie whether other

en

46:28

Weekend Preview: Can Chelsea back-up Spurs win...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/10

Adam Leventhal welcomes Jay Harris, Jon Mackenzie, and Omar Garrick to the studio to preview the weekend's fixtures. Chelsea vs Manchester City headlines the weekend's action as Pochettino's side look to claim another big scalp after taking down Spurs on Monday. Tottenham will look to regroup despite losing four key players to injury or suspension as they take a trip to Wolves. Elsewhere, Brighton are five games without a Premier League win; we ask Tifo tactics expert Jon Mackenzie whether other

en

39:19

Can Hojlund and Jackson handle their goalscoring...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/09

Both Rasmus Hojlund and Nicolas Jackson have felt the weight of expectation following their respective summer moves to Man United and Chelsea. To analyse their starts to life in the Premier League Ayo Akinwolere is joined by former Liverpool striker Neil Mellor and ex-Brighton & Hove Albion forward Glenn Murray as well as The Athletic's Oliver Kay. The panel assess the impact of the environment both players are operating in, the options available within the transfer market for 'elite' clubs as well

en

36:34

Can Hojlund and Jackson handle their goalscoring...

The Athletic FC Podcast ·

2023/11/09

Both Rasmus Hojlund and Nicolas Jackson have felt the weight of expectation following their respective summer moves to Man United and Chelsea.To analyse their starts to life in the Premier League Ayo Akinwolere is joined by former Liverpool striker Neil Mellor and ex-Brighton & Hove Albion forward Glenn Murray as well as The Athletic's Oliver Kay.The panel assess the impact of the environment both players are operating in, the options available within the transfer market for 'elite' clubs as

en

2,241 results

Similar Podcasts

Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey Podcast

Elan Dubrofsky and Brian Kom

Daily Fantasy Sports by Ship It Nation

Ship It Nation

Fantasy Football Today

CBS Sports, Fantasy Football, FFT, NFL,...

Bring The Pain

Heat00veride

ESPN SportsCenter Update

ESPN