The Athletic FC Podcast

Welcome to episode 1 of The Radar, where The Athletic's unrivalled range of global football experts will profile some of the game's most exciting up and coming talents who look set to star at this summer’s European Championships and Copa América.Prodigal 16-year-old Lamine Yamal has already broken a number of records for Barcelona and Spain in his short career so far. Will the precocious attacker cement his status as one of the most talented young footballers in the world out in Germany? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a three month search, Bayern Munich have finally secured a new head coach having appointed former Burnley manager Vincent Kompany.So why have Bayern chosen Kompany? How influential were his links to Pep Guardiola in their decision and how will the Belgian adapt to life in Bavaria after Burnley?Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Seb Stafford-Bloor and Andy Jones to analyse how the move came about and whether the Belgian will be a success in Munich.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Andy JonesExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducer: Guy ClarkeRelated articles:Bayern Munich, Vincent Kompany and the summer’s strangest managerial appointment - The AthleticWhy do Bayern Munich want Vincent Kompany? - The Athletic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday, Mauricio Pochettino left his position as Chelsea head coach by mutual consent after less than 11 months in the job.After a poor start he led his side to a sixth place finish in the Premier League, but the upturn in form wasn’t enough.So, why did the Pochettino project fail, and who will Chelsea turn to next?Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Simon Johnson, Jack Pitt-BrookeExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducers: Mike Stavrou & Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester City have created English football history by winning a fourth consecutive top flight title.But do Pep Guardiola’s side get the recognition their achievements deserve?Does future dominance depend on how long the manager stays and is the whole debate overshadowed by the 115 charges they face for alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Man City writer Sam Lee, senior football writer Oli Kay and Manchester football writer Mark Critchley to discuss.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Sam Lee, Oli Kay and Mark CritchleyExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducer: Guy ClarkeRelated articles:Inside Manchester City’s history-making fourth Premier League title in a row - The AthleticManchester City’s wonderful team and the 115 charges – can the two be separated? - The Athletic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s matchday 38 in the Premier League and the title race is down to the final day with Man City taking on West Ham and Arsenal up against Everton.The race for Europe involves the following matches: Sheffield United vs Spurs, Chelsea vs Bournemouth, Brentford vs Newcastle and Brighton vs Manchester United.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Tim Spiers and Jon MackenzieProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ange Postecoglou was clearly furious after Tottenham’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City.But what made him so upset after what was one of Spurs’ better performances in recent months?And was he right to be so angry?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Tottenham writers Charlie Eccleshare & Jack Pitt-Brooke who are also on our Spurs pod View From The Lane..Producer Guy ClarkeExecutive Producer Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday, The Athletic reported news of Bayern Munich’s attempt to prize Oliver Glasner from Crystal Palace for a hefty sum.That’s credit to the remarkable job Glasner has done since succeeding Roy Hodgson just three months ago.The Austrian coach has taken Palace to safety in style - but the big question is: can the club keep hold of their star players and their manager this summer?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Matt Woosnam and Dominic FifieldProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Newcastle United face Manchester United on Wednesday with both clubs competing for a place in Europe next season. But is the increased strain on squads that comes with qualifying for UEFA’s lesser competitions actually worth it? Or would a season out of Europe allow both sides to regroup and build again? Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Carl Anka and George CaulkinProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After recording just a second win in 17 Premier League visits to Old Trafford Arsenal have taken the title race to the final day.So can Arsenal now complete the job and win the league for the first time in 20 years, despite Man City still having the title in their hands?If they fall short, does anything need to change next season and how long without delivering a league title can Arsenal trust the process?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's football correspondent David Ornstein and Arsenal writer Jordan Campbell to analyse how Mikel Arteta has managed to build his side to this point as well as look ahead to what their next steps could look like.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein and Jordan CampbellExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducer: Guy ClarkeRelated articlesArsenal marry progress and history with another 1-0 win at Old Trafford - The AthleticMikel Arteta hails Arsenal for opening ‘box of dreams’ on possible Premier League title - The Athletic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s matchday 37 in the Premier League and the main focus is on Manchester United vs Arsenal, another huge match in the title race.Elsewhere, Fulham host City and Nottingham Forest go up against Chelsea.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Tim Spiers and Jon MackenzieProducer: Mike StavrouExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.