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Football Daily

MNC: Fairweather Spurs & Celebrating Goalkeepers

Oct 7, 2024
Chris Sutton, a former professional footballer, joins Rory Smith, chief football writer for the New York Times, Shay Given, an ex-Premier League goalkeeper, and Simon Stone, BBC's chief football news reporter. They dive into Tottenham's reputation as 'the ultimate fairweather team' after a recent loss. The discussion then shifts to Manchester City's legal battle with the Premier League, unpacking its significant implications. Lastly, the group debates the appropriateness of goalkeepers celebrating penalty saves, adding a lively twist to the conversation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Tottenham's collapse against Brighton raises questions about their tactical adaptability and reinforces the perception of them as a fairweather team.
  • The verdict in Manchester City's legal case against the Premier League's APT rules could have significant implications for their financial future and governance.

Deep dives

Nostalgia and Football Trading Cards

The discussion begins with a nostalgic trip down memory lane as one of the hosts shares a personal experience of going through old football trading cards from 1989 to 1990 with his son. This reflection not only highlights significant players from the era, such as Andy Hinchcliffe and Robert Rosario, but it also creates a sense of connection between past and present. The conversation humorously touches on the rarity of certain cards, like that of Chris Sutton, emphasizing the nostalgic value that football memorabilia holds for fans. The interlude serves to build rapport among the hosts while invoking shared memories of their football experiences.

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