The Euro crew are back as Jimbo, Pol Ballús, James Horncastle, Julien Laurens and Seb Stafford-Bloor (in person!) assemble for a bumper look ahead to Matchday 1 in the Champions League.Barcelona proved it’s a case of no Yamal, no stadium, no problem - routing Valencia 6-0 in front of less than 6,000 fans at the Johan Cruyff Stadium. But it’s Real who continue to set the early pace - reduced to 10-men but still able to get the better of Sociedad to maintain their perfect start to the season.The game

The Champions League is back this week.Last season we had a switch up in format, and PSG were finally triumphant.So what should we expect this time around?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Jack Pitt-Brooke, Tom Williams & Tomás Hill López-MencheroExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Increased pressure on Ruben Amorim following Manchester United’s defeat to Manchester City and what this season’s expectations should be for Chelsea were discussed in the latest Tifo Football podcast…This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Jon Mackenzie & Alex Barker and is produced by Steve Hankey.Justin Setterfield / Staff / Getty Images Europe via Getty ImagesTimecodes00:00 - An intro to alienate all listeners and viewers03:38 - The Manchester

Man City made light work of Man United in Sunday's Manchester derby thanks to Phil Foden and a double from Erling Haaland, who now sits on 90 Premier League goals from just 101 games.So how far can Haaland’s goals take Guardiola’s side this season?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein and Adam CraftonExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A draw?! At Brentford?! Never...Matt Davies-Adams has got The Athletic's Simon Johnson and Thom Harris alongside him to look back on the frenetic 2-2 draw with the Bees at the Gtech on Saturday night.We discuss the controversial late equaliser, the eyebrow-raising first half team selection - and whether this shows that Enzo Maresca still has a lot to learn about juggling the Premier League and Europe...Then it's all eyes on Wednesday's trip to Munich, as Chelsea make their Champions League return

Host Danny Kelly is joined by The Athletic's Jack Pitt-Brooke and Dan Kilpatrick to discuss Spurs' three nil victory at West Ham on Saturday. They pick apart the selection, the first look at Xavi Simons, Tel's performance and all three goals. Plus! They preview Villarreal at home on Tuesday and the return of the Champions League.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: Jack Pitt-Brooke, Dan KilpatrickPRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans, fresh from a cold Turf Moor!The guys dissect another dramatic finish with Mohamed Salah’s stoppage-time penalty sealing victory at Burnley to keep the Reds perfect at the top of the Premier League. They scrutinise Milos Kerkez’s performance, and answer the big question, where was Alexander Isak?The panel also look ahead to the Champions League opener against Atletico Madrid. Will players be rested with the Merseyside derby on the horizon?Want to

In this special edition of The Athletic FC Tactics podcast - we focus on pressing. What does it involve in the modern game, which teams do it best - and worst - and how has it changed from when it was just called ‘closing down’.Host Duncan Alexander is joined by Mark Carey and Liam Tharme to discuss.Host: Michael BaileyWith: Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam TharmeProducer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's difficult to believe it now, but there was a healthy degree of confidence going into the latest edition of the Manchester derby. Yes, Ruben Amorim's United are still a work-in-progress, but they are slowly improving, and City are going through the mill a bit as well, right?That's not how it turned out at all. Despite a half-decent first fifteen minutes and a brief flicker after half-time, Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, and the rest of City's attackers "feasted" as United faltered in the key

Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Jay Harris and Tom Williams in the studio after the return of the Premier League.City sweep United aside in the Manchester derby, with Erling Haaland adding to his massive goal tally this week.For the 4th time this season, it's a late winner from Liverpool as Mo Salah's penalty at Burnley keeps the champions top of the table.Arsenal's new signings impress in the 3-0 victory over Ange Postecoglou's Forest. And it's more misery for West Ham, Wolves and goalless

Det blev ingen karnevalstämning trots maskerad och show på bortastå. Vi diskuterar den svaga insatsen borta mot Peking. Spelare på fel positioner, energi och ledarlöst samt en hel del frågetecken finns i detta avsnitt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Norwich City Women return to Carrow Road this weekend for a massive clash with Luton Town Ladies. The Canaries will be desperate to make home advantage count, turning chances into goals in front of their supporters. Luton arrive ready to test their resolve and cause problems of their own, making this a real battle between two determined sides. With pride, points, and momentum on the line, all eyes will be on how Norwich rise to the occasion at Carrow Road.#AllInYellow #NCFCWomen #LutonTownLadies

Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Michael Cox and Pedro Pinto to reminisce on Jose Mourinho's trailblazing Porto side.The panel look back on a time when this young, refreshing coach from Portugal turned Porto into world beaters, winning the UEFA Cup, 2 Primeira Liga's, 2 Portuguese cups and eventually the Champions League, with a talented side more attacking than you remember.His European success, his way with words and his iconic touchline celebration at Old Trafford were most people in the UK's

We’ve made it — Beyond the Barclay has hit 100 episodes! 🟡🟢 To mark the milestone, Jez is joined by Morgan, Cillian and Izzi, along with our brilliant partners Catherine Basey-Fisher from Masterseal and Alex Pye from Pye Design. Together they share stories, favourite moments, and plenty of #NorwichCity talk as BTB looks back — and forward — to what’s next. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey so far. Here’s to the next chapter of #BeyondTheBarclay ⚽ #NCFC #Canaries #OTBC

Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the Manchester derby.Despite winning five of their last eight Premier League matches against Manchester United, Manchester City failed to win either game last season for the first time since 2020-21. Despite getting the better of the Pep Guardiola last season, Ruben Amorim is looking to win sucessive Premier League matches for the first time as Manchester United manager.Carl Anka, Tim Spiers and Megan Feringa join Matt

The upcoming return of Football Manager, the sacking of Nuno Espírito Santo by Nottingham Forest and the hiring of Ange Postecoglou by Nottingham Forest were all discussed in the latest Tifo Football podcast…This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Iain Macintosh & Zealand Shannon and is produced by Steve Hankey.Ryan Pierse / Staff / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Flying Canary 🐤 Cillian O’Grady and The Driving Canary 🚗🐤 Nick Lyall are back with another episode of On The Road City, and this week they’re heading to Coventry! Joining them are Chris and Roger, two lifelong Sky Blues supporters, to give the inside view ahead of Saturday’s clash at the CBS Arena.From match predictions and player watchlists to away day memories and a bit of friendly banter between fans, this episode dives deep into what to expect when Norwich take on Coventry. Whether

Jimbo's joined by Adrian Clarke, Benji Lanyado and Duncan Alexander as we gear up for a tasty weekend of enticing fixtures as the Premier League returns after the international break.We begin with the news that broke (very) late on Monday night/ early Tuesday morning with Nuno Espirito Santo relieved of his duties at Nottingham Forest - replaced by Ange Postecoglou before lunchtime. Matt Davies from the Forest Focus podcast drops by to give his take on the dramatic week at the City Ground. So how

It's the first Manchester derby of the new season and, coming quite early in proceedings, there are lots of interesting question marks hanging over both teams.Firstly, there's the issue of form and fitness: there was relatively little action on the international front for the two squads but there are a couple of fresh injury concerns.Then, there's the tactical battle. Ruben Amorim has fared well against Pep Guardiola so far in his managerial career; his Manchester United first team is still a "work

What do Barcelona and Post Malone have in common?Neither of them can play at Camp Nou.So what's going on, and will this stadium ever be ready?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Pol Ballus and Laia Cervello HerreroExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.