Man United stun City to win the FA Cup, as Saints return to the Premier League
May 26, 2024
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Football experts Daniel Storey, Carl Anka, and Tim Spiers discuss Man United's stunning FA Cup win over City, Southampton's return to the Premier League, Vincent Company potentially joining Bayern Munich, and more managerial movements. The podcast also touches on Paqueta's potential ban and Rooney's new role at Plymouth.
Manchester United's impressive tactical display leads to a victorious FA Cup final against Man City.
Southampton secures promotion to the Premier League by defeating Leeds in the Championship play-off final.
Vincent Company's potential appointment as Bayern Munich manager raises questions due to his lack of experience and previous relegation.
West Ham appoints Julen Lopetegui amidst speculation surrounding Lucas Pekatká's alleged spot-fixing, impacting both team and player.
Wayne Rooney's surprising coaching role at Plymouth Argyle sparks interest and skepticism given his managerial history and the club's situation.
The podcast covers various football events including domestic victories, managerial movements, and upcoming matches, building anticipation and excitement.
Deep dives
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Manchester United win FA Cup
Manchester United secures a resounding 2-1 victory over their neighbors in the FA Cup final, showcasing tactical prowess and stellar performance from younger players.
Player performances and strategies in FA Cup final
Young players Gun Acho and Minu impress with their composed play and strategic positioning, contributing to Manchester United's success in the FA Cup final.
Bayer Munich's surprising managerial appointment
Bayer Munich appoints Vincent Company as their new manager, despite his lack of experience and recent relegation with his former team, stirring skepticism and curiosity.
West Ham's managerial update and player misconduct
West Ham confirms Julen Lopetegui as the new manager while facing challenges due to Lucas Pekatká's potential spot-fixing allegations, impacting both the team and player's future.
Cup final results and upcoming matches
Celtic and PSG secure domestic victories, Leverkusen wins the Pokal final, and exciting matches between Fiorentina and Olympiacos and Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund are anticipated.
Wayne Rooney's coaching venture at Plymouth Argyle
Wayne Rooney surprises with his coaching role at Plymouth Argyle, a move causing intrigue and skepticism due to his past managerial experiences and the club's current situation.
Busy schedule and upcoming events
The packed schedule includes Wembley visits, preparation for the summer tournament, Champions League and Conference League finals, signaling an intense period for players and media professionals.
Launch of the Full-Time Europe podcast
The launch of the Full-Time Europe podcast focusing on women's football brings in-depth analysis, discussions, and updates on major events in the women's game.
The significance of the upcoming games in Wembley
The anticipation for the upcoming Champions League final and England vs. Iceland friendly builds excitement due to key matchups, stakeholders, and intense schedules, promising unforgettable moments in football.
Conclusion and gratitude
The podcast wraps up with gratitude towards the team, anticipation for the week ahead, and an invitation to join the next episode for further analysis and insights into the football world.
Jimbo has a studio packed full of Daniel Storey, Carl Anka and Tim Spiers after a big Wembley weekend.
Man United finally play the way Erik ten Hag wants them to with an outstanding derby win in the FA Cup final. Will the Dutchman be there to enjoy more performances like that next season? And did Pep set the tone for City with his team selection?
Southampton see off Leeds in the Championship play-off final to make an instant return to the top tier. Will Russell Martin join McKenna and Maresca in immediately being sought after by Premier League clubs?
Vincent Kompany is on the verge of being appointed Bayern Munich manager. Seb Stafford-Bloor joins us from Germany to try and explain why.
Plus more managerial movements and Paqueta’s potential ban.
Produced by Charlie Jones.
RUNNING ORDER:
• PART 1: Man United beat Man City to win the FA Cup (03.00)
• PART 2: Southampton promoted to the Premier League by beating Leeds (22.00)
• PART 3a: The managerial merry-go-round (31.00)
• PART 3b: Kompany to Bayern explained by Seb Stafford-Bloor (34.00)
• PART 3c: Paqueta’s potential betting ban (41.00)
• PART 4: Rooney to Plymouth and other cup final wins (44.00)
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