On this week's Totally Extra, Jimbo is joined by Julien Laurens, Duncan Alexander and Michael Cox to celebrate the career of the famous French prodigy/journeyman - Nicolas Anelka.His footballing CV is unique - from Clairefontaine academy and PSG to Mumbai City via 6 Premier League clubs, and spells in Spain,Turkey and Italy.Famed for his blistering pace and a penchant for rounding the keeper, but also for his regular fallings out with managers around the globe, resulting in his nickname 'Le Sulk'

Fönstret är stängt och vi summerar AIK:s agerande. Vilka förväntningar ska man ha här och nu? För framtiden? Borde det släpps några spelare till? Det och lite annat i dagens truppsnack! 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 Liverpool vs Arsenal.Arne Slot's side are without a Premier League victory over Arsenal in six matches but the Gunners haven't won at Anfield since a 2-0 victory back in 2012, a game Mikel Arteta started in midfield.Tim Spiers and Megan Feringa join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to some of the fixtures elsewhere, as sacking season looks to be on the horizon.Host: Matt

Danny Kelly is joined by Jack Pitt-Brooke, Dan Kilpatrick and Seb Stafford-Bloor from Germany who talks us through Xavi Simons, his strengths, weaknesses and how he fits into Frank's team.Plus! The crew go through Spurs' Champions League draw and what we can expect.HOST: Danny KellyWITH: Jack Pitt-Brooke, Dan Kilpatrick, Seb Stafford-BloorPRODUCER: Tom Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lookahead to Liverpool versus Arsenal and the importance of data points such as single number models, percentiles and xG were all discussed in the latest Tifo Football podcast…This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Mark Carey, Thom Harris & Conor O’Neill and is produced by Steve Hankey.Michael Steele / Staff / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester United have been knocked out the Carabao Cup by fourth-tier Grimsby Town.Three games into the season they have one point and they've spent almost £200m to get here.So can Ruben Amorim survive this latest humiliation?Plus we're joined by Grimsby owner Jason Stockwood to describe the night and achievement from their perspective.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Adam Crafton, Mark Critchley and Jason StockwoodExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See

This week, we’re charting the journey from academy to first team football.What are the main tactical challenges in making the jump, and how has the transition changed over time?Host: Michael BaileyWith: Mark Carey and Liam TharmeProducer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo's joined by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Colin Millar to take stock after a night of pure drama at Blundell Park as Manchester United suffered the indignity of being dumped out of the League Cup by League Two Grimsby Town.We dial up a Mariners fan - actor, presenter and comedian Lloyd Griffith - and The Athletic's Manchester United reporter Laurie Whitwell to discuss the extraordinary scenes in Cleethorpes as Ruben Amorim's side plumbed new depths.Then we turn out attention to the

This isn't the first time we've used the phrase "a new low" in recent years, not by a long way, but it's difficult to see us using it again soon.Amorim's United were dominated by fourth-tier Grimsby Town as the hosts took a deserved 2-0 lead in the first half of their Carabao Cup second round tie.Despite fighting back to draw level, new signings Cunha & Mbeumo missed in a penalty shootout loss. After the game, Ruben Amorim's cryptic comments invited speculation that he may be questioning his

James Pearce and Andy are alongside Tony Evans ahead of Arsenal’s visit to Anfield.The Athletic’s senior data analyst Mark Carey also drops by to look ahead to the game, and discuss Liverpool’s balance within their squad after two exhilarating opening games.The guys also discuss how Liverpool should handle rising star Rio Ngumoha, touch on transfers and finish with a quiz.Email us: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducer: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Hosted on

With just days left in the transfer window, the pressure is on Premier League clubs to trim their squads.Ayo Akinwolere is joined by David Ornstein and Carl Anka to discuss Manchester United’s so-called “bomb squad,” Chelsea’s long contract headaches, and Arsenal’s attempts to balance the books. Plus, could Donnarumma be on the move to Manchester City?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein and Carl AnkaExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See

In this deeply moving episode of Beyond the Barclay, we sit down with Amanda Sheehy, mother of Amber and co-founder of Amber’s Army — a Norfolk-based family charity born from love, loss, and resilience.Amber’s Army was created in 2023 by Amanda and Jon Sheehy in memory of their daughter, Amber, who courageously fought a brain tumour and passed away aged eight  . The charity’s mission is simple yet powerful: “Create Rainbows in the Darkest of Days” for Norfolk families caring for a child with a

Arsenal’s 5-0 thrashing of Leeds United, Tottenham Hotspur’s away win at Manchester City and Chelsea hammering West Ham United were all discussed in the latest Tifo Football podcast…This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, JJ Bull & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.Justin Setterfield / Staff / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo’s joined by Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford-Bloor and James Horncastle for your weekly dose of football chatter from across the continent.We begin in Germany, where Bayern Munich got their title defence underway in emphatic fashion with a 6-0 thrashing of RB Leipzig. Harry Kane picked up where he left off last season, scoring a 13-minute hat-trick to take him to a ludicrous 65 goals in 64 Bundesliga games. Not such good news for Erik ten Hag’s Leverkusen though - beaten 2-1 by

It was a thrilling night at St James’ Park as Liverpool nicked it in the last minute thanks to teenager Rio Ngumoha. Newcastle showed spirit but it's clear their squad needs some serious work before the transfer window closes next week.Ayo Akinwolere is joined by George Caulkin and Oli Kay to chat through the key talking points from the match, and later on, David Ornstein joins to give us the latest on the situation of Alexander Isak.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: George Caulkin, Oli Kay and David

Fresh from a wild night at St James Park, James Pearce joins Tony Evans and Oli Kay to analyse another disjointed but ultimately victorious performance by the Reds, sealed by that incredible last-minute winner by Rio Ngumoha. How much should we expect of Anfield's latest wunderkind - who only turns 17 at the end of the week. Perhaps more importantly, can we fix our wobbles at the back in time for Arsenal at the weekend? Speaking of which, will we have Palace's Marc Guehi in the squad by then?

Vi lägger Q2-rapporten och ekonomin i stort under lupp tillsammans med Rickard Henze. Hur illa är det egentligen och vad behöver AIK göra för att komma ur den onda spiralen? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Beyond the South Stand episode on the Beyond the Barclay channel, we’re joined by Southampton fan David Newland to preview tomorrow night’s big Championship clash at Carrow Road. We cover: ⚽ Russell Martin’s time at Saints and his Norwich connection 🧠 The arrival of Will Still and his early influence 🔴⚪ Southampton’s squad and promotion ambitions 🆚 Key battles and predictions for Norwich v Southampton Plenty of insight, opinions, and match build-up ahead of a huge night under the

Nuno Espirito Santo says he won't walk away from Nottingham Forest after publicly throwing into doubt the state of his relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis.After an explosive press conference, The Athletic revealed the breakdown in relationship between Nuno and Global Head of Football, Edu, is at the centre of the head coach's frustrations.So what's going on, and can it be fixed?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Adam Crafton and Daniel TaylorExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducers: Guy Clarke and

No Palmer? No problem (on this specific occasion at least...)Matt Davies-Adams have got Simon Johnson and Luke Bosher alongside him to look back on the impressive 5-1 win over a pitiful West Ham at London Stadium on Friday night. We give props to the team for adapting to the late line up change, revel in Estêvão's youthful exuberance and heap some love on comeback kid Trevoh Chalobah.Next up in the never ending run of London derbies - Fulham make the short trip down the road to Stamford Bridge on