Stu James

Tim Spiers, a football writer for The Athletic, and Stu James, a fellow writer, join to preview the highly anticipated clash between Manchester United and Arsenal. They discuss the managerial pressures facing Arteta and Amorim, the unpredictability of the Premier League, and key player signings that could influence the match outcome. The conversation also touches on charity betting for Cancer Research UK and fan sentiments, providing an engaging look at current team dynamics and the excitement around the upcoming fixtures.

Joining the conversation are Stu James and Megan Feringa, both insightful football reporters for The Athletic. They dive into the high-stakes match between Newcastle and Liverpool, spotlighting the tensions surrounding Alexander Isak's situation and its implications for both teams. From transfer turmoil to team morale, they discuss how these factors could shape the match’s outcome. The fierce rivalry surrounding Crystal Palace vs. Nottingham Forest also gets attention, reflecting the drama brewing in the Premier League.

In this engaging discussion, James Featherstone, an experienced football agent and founder of Omnisports, shares insights about player representation and the complexities of transfers. Joining him is Stu James, a football journalist from The Athletic, who delves into agent-club dynamics. They explore the essence of trust in agent-player relationships, the negotiation process, and the strategic timing in transfers. Featherstone also reflects on the rapid rise of player Adam Wharton, managing young stars, and the significant impact of social media on modern negotiations.

Football journalist Stu James and tactical expert Tim Spiers dive into Aston Villa's impressive turnaround under Unai Emery, exploring how key players like Ollie Watkins are elevating their game. They also analyze Erling Haaland's scoring prowess for Manchester City and discuss whether City is quietly becoming a force this season. The duo speculates on how Villa will cope without Rodri and shares score predictions for the clash, alongside insights into other weekend matches, including Arsenal's form and Salah's role at Liverpool.

Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the red card loving blues of Chelsea versus the no longer red hot reds of Liverpool. Stu James and Megan Feringa join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Saturday’s clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Arsenal vs West Ham and Manchester United vs Sunderland.Plus after losing 3-2 to FC Midtjylland at the City Ground on Thursday night Nottingham Forest fans are already turning on their new manager Ange Postecoglou, who faces a tough trip to St James’ Park on Sunday.Host: Matt Davies-AdamsWith: Stu James, Megan FeringaExecutive Producers: Abi PatersonProducer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.