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The Athletic's David Ornstein, Sam Lee & Matt Slater explain everything you need to know on the ruling that saw Manchester City's two year Champions League ban overturned by the Court of Arbitration for SportWe delve into the details and answer these questions:What was the reaction inside City to the verdict?Were they always confident or preparing for the worst?Why have CAS decided to rule in City's favour?Why have CAS said some of the allegations were 'time-barred' and what does that mean?What does this ruling mean for the future of Financial Fair Play?Could UEFA still mount a challenge to this decision?Could the Premier League decide to take action against City?Will this boost City's summer transfer plans?Will the verdict raise eyebrows in rival clubs boardrooms?Elsewhere we're joined by The Athletic's Simon Johnson for the latest on Chelsea's pursuit of Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana and what that means for Kepa's future, we also check in with Phil Hay to take the temperature at Leeds as they inch closer to promotion, and David has insight into what a likely lack of European football will mean for Arsenal's transfer plans this summer. Sign up to The Athletic now for David Ornstein's unrivalled insights into the world of football - head to theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman for a 30-day free trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein brings details on his exclusive story that Arsenal's Matteo Guendouzi has been training alone since his side's defeat at Brighton and Mikel Arteta is keen to sell the French midfielder.Also, Mason Greenwood looks on course for an England call-up for the next round of matches - our Man United writer Laurie Whitwell joins David to discuss the numbers that highlight Greenwood’s prodigious talent.We bring you the very latest on the jaw-dropping story of Wigan Athletic falling into administration, with some fresh lines from The Athletic’s Adam Crafton, while Matt Slater explains how the Football League’s owners and director’s test actually works.And our German football writer Rafa Honigstein brings us up to date on the futures of Leon Bailey, Kai Havertz and Thiago Alcantara who could ALL be playing in the Premier League next season.Right now The  Athletic is free for 30 days, bringing you the very best football writing around, covering you until the end of the season just go to www.theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman to sign up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Carl Anka, Ryan Conway, Roshane Thomas and Dan Barnes discuss their article that asked  'Why are football crowds so white?'. They share personal experiences as black journalists at football grounds,  consider whether the game is  too quick to pat itself on the back over racism and what meaningful change will look like.You can read the articles discussed on this podcast in full here:Why are football crowds so white? – The AthleticFootball is too quick to pat itself on the back over racism  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein reflects on Liverpool’s incredible title triumph, bringing you insight on how their owners turned a dream into reality.Stuart Webber, former Director of Recruitment at Anfield and now director of football at Norwich City, tells us about the hunger for success he witnessed first hand on Merseyside, with some great detail on John W Henry.From David's column column this week, hear how a top young player looks set to leave Arsenal.Also news on the future of Nathan Ake with our Bournemouth writer Peter Rutzler.And will Eric Dier be offered a new contract at Spurs? The Athletic’s Charlie Eccleshare will offer the latest on that and also the reasons behind a difficult relationship between Jose Mourinho and Tanguy Ndombele.Right now The  Athletic is free for 30 days, bringing you the very best football writing around, covering you until the end of the season just go to www.theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman  to sign up  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate Liverpool's title triumph we're offering 40% off a subscription to The Athletic. There will be a raft of Liverpool articles going out on the site over the next 7 days, including “Jordan Henderson’s Journey To The Title”, by Simon Hughes. Michael Cox will be releasing an article on the tactical innovations that transformed Liverpool. And Raf Honigstein will take an in-depth look into the mindset of the man who made it all happen, Jurgen Klopp.Go to www.theathletic.com/liverpoolpod to sign up for less than £3 a month   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein is joined  by agent Jonathan Barnett to discuss what he expects to see from a very different transfer market and what the future holds for his clients including Gareth Bale. James McNicholas drops in to share notes on the work Mikel Arteta is doing to turn things round at Arsenal and potential transfer reinforcements.Our Manchester City writer Sam Lee provides a guide to Pep Guardiola’s new assistant and tells us why Leroy Sane is leaving the Etihad.And our man on the Aston Villa beat Gregg Evans gives an update on the future of Jack Grealish.To celebrate the return of the Premier League we're offering 40% off a subscription with The Athletic for a limited time only. Go to www.theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman  to sign up for less than £3 a month   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate the return of the Premier League we're offering 40% off a subscription to The Athletic. Enjoy all of their great football writing just in time for the return of the Premier League for less than £3 a month by going to www.theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Brendon Batson shares some powerful views with The Athletic's David Ornstein on how football can help bring about meaningful change in the fight against racism. Manchester United writer Laurie Whitewell explains why Paul Pogba is unlikely to start against Tottenham on Friday night and the importance of the next two months for manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. And The Athletic's Jack Pitt Brooke will detail how Premier League football will be a very different experience for everyone involved as we all adjust to the ‘new normal’ .To read their work and plenty more as we build-up to the return of Premier League and EFL action make sure you subscribe and download The Athletic app if you haven’t already and right now you can enjoy a 40% discount by heading to www.theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.