Tim Spiers

Tim Spiers, a seasoned football writer for The Athletic, and Oli Kay, a senior football analyst, dive into the high-stakes clash between Liverpool and Manchester City. They dissect Liverpool's impressive run and City's recent struggles, pondering whether Guardiola can reverse their three-match losing streak. The duo explores tactical strategies, key players like Mo Salah, and the potential impact of Canate's injury on Liverpool’s defense. Their insights illuminate the emotional and technical aspects of this pivotal match in the title race.

Tim Spiers, a seasoned football writer, is joined by Carl Anka, Manchester United's dedicated reporter, and Jack Pitt-Brooke, who covers Tottenham. They humorously dub the upcoming clash between Tottenham and Manchester United 'El Calamitico', reflecting on both teams' current struggles. The discussion highlights injuries, managerial pressures, and the surprisingly effective away form of United. Listeners can expect chaotic predictions for a match brimming with drama, while insights into transfer dynamics keep the conversation lively.

Jack Pitt-Brooke, a contributor to The Athletic, and Tim Spiers, a football reporter, dive into Thomas Tuchel’s England squad selection, sparking debates on tactics and player choices. They discuss Tuchel's focus on physicality in football, contrasting it with Gareth Southgate’s previous strategies. The duo examines the implications of a high-press style for England’s World Cup chances and addresses the challenges of balancing experience with youth. With exciting prospects like Marcus Rashford on the horizon, can Tuchel's vision rejuvenate England's football?

Simon Johnson, Chelsea reporter for The Athletic, and Tim Spiers, a seasoned football analyst, dive into Chelsea's proactive transfer tactics. They discuss the club's early signings of Dario Essugo and Geovany Quenda, pondering the advantages of such strategies. The conversation shifts to Chelsea's emphasis on young talent amid fan concerns about missing immediate impact players. They also critique the club's inconsistent transfer strategies and the need for alignment between management and fan expectations in a competitive landscape.

Daniel Storey, Adrian Clarke, and Tim Spiers discuss Manchester City's control of the title race after Liverpool and Arsenal suffer defeats. They analyze Liverpool's struggles, Arsenal's Champions League hopes, Tottenham's poor performance, and Man United's defensive issues. The podcast also covers drama in Scotland, Stockport's promotion, and the worst mistakes in Premier League history.

Daniel Storey, a football writer with deep knowledge of the Premier League, along with journalist Tim Spiers and former pro Adrian Clarke, tackle the shocking 4-0 defeat of Man City by Spurs. They analyze what led to City's defensive collapse and whether this marks a turning point for Guardiola. The trio also discusses Leicester's decision to sack Steve Cooper amidst relegation fears and Ruben Amorim's struggle to adapt Man United's style after a rocky start. Tune in for insights on Liverpool's narrow win and surprising performances across the league!

In this lively discussion, guests include Daniel Storey, a seasoned football writer, Tim Spiers, a dedicated sports journalist, Luis Miguel Echegaray, a football commentator, and Jay Harris, who reports from the pitch. They dissect Tottenham's stunning 3-0 win over Manchester United and the implications for Erik ten Hag. Cole Palmer steals the spotlight with a four-goal display against Brighton, sparking debate over the league's top talents. The crew also analyzes Arsenal's title chances and Liverpool's current form.

Tim Spiers joins Jimbo to discuss England's shootout victory against Switzerland, analyzing the team's penalty skills and defensive tactics. They preview the upcoming semi-final against the Netherlands and speculate on a more open game. They also touch on Spain vs France, emphasizing Spain's unity and young talent as key factors in their success.

Football experts and journalists discuss Euro 2024, including Scotland's chances against Germany, concerns about England's defense, Belgium's prospects, and potential dark horse teams like Austria and Albania. They also chat about Erik ten Hag, watered-down beer, and the worst player-turned-manager in Euro 2024.

The podcast covers Liverpool and Arsenal's successes in the Premier League, Manchester City's rare slip-up, Wolves' performance, a new role for Mark Clattenburg, and Crystal Palace's eventful week. They discuss key moments, game analyses, sponsor features, and upcoming matches in a lively and entertaining manner.