The Athletic FC Podcast

Arsenal were too much for Tottenham in yesterday’s North London derby, running out 3-2 winners at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.After the games, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou said his team needs to deal with the “details” to be contenders.So what exactly are the fine margins they are missing? And will it be enough to get to the next step and challenge next season?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Jack Pitt-Brooke and Seb Stafford-BloorProducer: Guy ClarkeExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s matchday 35 in the Premier League and it’s a huge north London derby as Arsenal go to Spurs hoping to stay in the title race.Elsewhere, Man City go to Nottingham Forest and West Ham host Liverpool.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Tim Spiers, Charlie Eccleshare and Jay HarrisProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost three months on from Jurgen Klopp announcing his intention to stand down, Liverpool have earmarked the man they’d like to replace him.So why do Liverpool want Feyenoord’s Arne Slot?And is he the right personality to replace Klopp at Anfield? Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein and Adam CraftonProducer: Guy ClarkeExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Playing an exciting brand of attacking football it’s no wonder Simone Inzaghi is now being linked to high-profile managerial jobs in England and abroad.But is he better off staying in Italy and a resurgent Serie A? Or does uncertainty around finance and the ownership at Inter mean now is the time for a new challenge?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: James HorncastleProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday, The Athletic revealed that West Ham have held talks with Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim to be their next manager… He is also being looked at to replace Jurgen Klopp at LiverpoolSo who is Ruben Amorim and why is he in such high demand? Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein and Mark CareyProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before taking his seat at Wembley, Sir Jim Ratcliffe completed the London Marathon and compared the race, to the job he has to do at Old Trafford.Seeing his boyhood side reach a second successive FA Cup Final was only have the story though as Erik Ten Hag's side almost squandered a 3-0 lead to be dumped out by Coventry City.So will success in the FA Cup show enough progress for Ten Hag to remain in position, or do United's problems run deeper than just their manager?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Carl Anka and Mark Critchley who were both at Wembley to discuss.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Carl Anka and Mark CritchleyProducer: Guy ClarkeExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadRelated articlesManchester United’s semi-final win was no turning point for Ten Hag – it was a tipping point - The AthleticIf Manchester United move on from Ten Hag, who does the data say they should target? - The Athletic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s matchday 34 in the Premier League as Arsenal go to Wolves in the big clash in the title race.Elsewhere, it’s the FA Cup semi-finals, as Chelsea face Man City and Manchester United go up against Coventry City.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Tim Spiers and Liam TwomeyProducer: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Wednesday night, Arsenal's Champions League hopes were ended in Munich, in their first quarter-final at that level in 14 years.Afterwards Mikel Arteta was left lost for words in how to console his side, while they also remain in the Premier League title race.So how can the Spaniard ensure the Gunners season doesn't peter out, how ruthless can they be in this summer's transfer window - or should Arteta be able to get more from the squad already at his disposal?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and Art de Roche to discuss and analyse how different Arsenal could look the other side of the summer transfer window.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein and Art de RocheProducer: Guy ClarkeExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadRelated articles:Arsenal’s progress this season will be undermined if their title challenge fizzles out - The AthleticArsenal are evolving at a pace that could leave Zinchenko, Jesus and others behind - The Athletic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last night were were reminded why the Champions League is the biggest draw in world football.Meanwhile, FIFA seem to be stepping back in the battle to stop competitive games being taken abroad.So, could we one day see the Premier League or La Liga decided in the USA? Or the UEFA Champions League final in Saudi Arabia?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Matt Slater and Adam Crafton.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Matt Slater and Adam CraftonProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Sunday, Bayer Leverkusen won the first league title in their 120-year history, and the celebrations were wild.Still to play for this season; a potential treble and the chance to go the entire season unbeaten.But is Xabi Alonso staying enough to keep his squad together next season? Is it still even possible for this team to go to the next level and break into Europe's elite?Or, is this as good as it gets for Leverkusen? Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Raphael Honigstein, Seb Stafford-BloorProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.