Sky Sports FC Is Amorim getting it right at Man United? Is Enzo Maresca under Pressure? Do Aston Villa deserve to be third?
Dec 16, 2025
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Tom White and Charlie Austin discuss the chaotic 4–4 draw at Old Trafford as Manchester United hosted Bournemouth on a blockbuster Monday Night Football. Was it the game of the season so far? Charlie highlights the defensive vulnerability of Amorim’s side.
We’re joined by Manchester United content creator KG to discuss just how clutch Bruno Fernandes has been, as well as the situation surrounding Kobbie Mainoo, after his half-brother Jordan was photographed wearing a “Free Kobbie Mainoo” T-shirt.
Next, we turn to Enzo Maresca’s situation at Chelsea following a surprise cryptic statement at the weekend, when he said it had been “the worst 48 hours” since he took charge. Charlie feels the comments were directed at the owners, not the players — but does Maresca still have enough credit in the bank, or is the pressure already building for him at Chelsea? Darren from the Chelsea view says he’s won two trophies and has a young side, which is improving all the time.
Finally, we ask whether Aston Villa deserve to be third, examining Unai Emery’s side and their remarkable overperformance of xG. Charlie labels xG a “nonsense stat,” while Villa fan Justin joins us to argue that Villa can sustain this form consistently, despite the numbers suggesting they should be lower in the table.
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We’re joined by Manchester United content creator KG to discuss just how clutch Bruno Fernandes has been, as well as the situation surrounding Kobbie Mainoo, after his half-brother Jordan was photographed wearing a “Free Kobbie Mainoo” T-shirt.
Next, we turn to Enzo Maresca’s situation at Chelsea following a surprise cryptic statement at the weekend, when he said it had been “the worst 48 hours” since he took charge. Charlie feels the comments were directed at the owners, not the players — but does Maresca still have enough credit in the bank, or is the pressure already building for him at Chelsea? Darren from the Chelsea view says he’s won two trophies and has a young side, which is improving all the time.
Finally, we ask whether Aston Villa deserve to be third, examining Unai Emery’s side and their remarkable overperformance of xG. Charlie labels xG a “nonsense stat,” while Villa fan Justin joins us to argue that Villa can sustain this form consistently, despite the numbers suggesting they should be lower in the table.
Watch us live, Monday to Friday, 10am until Midday on Sky Sports News or listen to the podcast as soon as we come off air.
To get involved you can send a voice note or message via WhatsApp to 07514 917075.
For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk.