Steve Crossman is joined by Marc Albrighton, Matt Upson and John Murray to react to defeats for Arsenal and Aston Villa in the Champions League. We hear from Mikel Arteta after a controversial penalty decision gifted Inter Milan the chance to secure a 1-0 win at the San Siro. Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton discuss the bizarre penalty that cost Villa their first Champions League defeat of the season, away to Club Brugge. Plus, John Bennett joins the pod to wrap up Wednesday’s other Champions League results.01:34 – Reaction to Inter 1-0 Arsenal 06:14 – Would Simone Inzaghi be a fit for the Premier League? 08:49 – San Siro penalty decisions 19:34 – Mikel Arteta reaction 20:16 – MIDPOINT 20:24 – Champions League format 25:56 – Wednesday Night’s other results 29:14 – Club Brugge 1-0 Aston Villa 31:33 – Unai Emery reactionCommentaries on 5 Live and Sports Extra this week:Thursday 7 November Europa League - Manchester United v PAOK 2000 KO.Saturday 9 November Premier League - Wolves v Southampton 1500 KO. Premier League - Brighton v Man City 1730 KO.Sunday 10 November Premier League - Manchester United v Leicester 1400 KO. Premier League - Nottingham Forest v Newcastle 1400 KO. Premier League - Spurs v Ipswich 1400 KO. Premier League - Chelsea v Arsenal 1630 KO.

Spurs winger Brennan Johnson talks form, influences, Son Heung-min & Ange Postecoglou. He discusses how comfortable he feels now he is in his second season at Tottenham Hotspur and his drive to win the club their first deomstic trophy since 2008.

Don Hutchison, Nigel Reo Coker & Glenn Murray join Darren Fletcher to look ahead to another busy weekend in the Premier League. The team discuss the appointment of Rúben Amorim from Lisbon club Sporting to Manchester United and what identity he will bring to the club. Euro 2016 winner with Portugal Jose Fonte drops by to share his insight on Amorim and how he will approach managing United. Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher joins the team and gives his thoughts on the new United boss. Plus how does Jamie rate Liverpool manager Arne Slott's start in his new role?Timecodes: 01:05 Intro 02:30 Is Amorim the right fit? 06:20 Jose Fonte insight 12:45 What will be United's identity? 20:00 Jamie Carragher 26:20 Jamie on Slott’s startBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November

Southampton boss Russell Martin talks life as manager, tactics and stubbornness. Still without a win this season, Russell talks about what three points could do for his side and whether or not he will stick to his guns tactically. Plus, how did growing up with five brothers influence his love of the game and who inspired and influenced his management style?

In this engaging chat, Riccardo Calafiori, an Italian defender at Arsenal, shares insights about his journey from AS Roma to the Premier League. He reflects on overcoming a serious knee injury at 16 and how legends like De Rossi inspired him. Listeners will love his anecdotes about Mikel Arteta’s encouraging phone call and the personal growth he experienced in the competitive environment. Plus, he delves into the impact of set pieces and the thrill of his debut, all while embracing the humor and culture of London.

Don Hutchison, former footballer with a rich Premier League history, joins Kevin Nolan, who captained West Ham and Newcastle, and Paul Robinson, ex-goalkeeper for Tottenham. They dive into the pressing question of whether Chelsea is the first big challenge for Liverpool's new manager, Arna Slot. Ryan Yates, Nottingham Forest's captain, shares insights into his leadership and the team's success this season. The panel also discusses Manchester United's struggles under Erik ten Hag and the significance of Thomas Tuchel's appointment as England head coach.

Rob Page, the former manager of the Wales national football team, opens up about his emotional journey after being sacked. He reflects on the incredible achievement of leading Wales to their first World Cup in over 60 years and the challenges of managing superstars like Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey. Page candidly discusses the highs and lows of his role, including the disappointment at the World Cup and dealing with rumors of his replacement. He also shares what lies ahead for him in his football career.

Christian Falk, Head of Football at Bild, provides insights into Jurgen Klopp's surprising return to Red Bull and its implications for his reputation in Germany. Veteran Gibraltar international Lee Casciano shares experiences from his career and discusses the evolution of football in Gibraltar. The conversation touches on Kylian Mbappé's controversies within the French team, the emerging talent of Daniel Maldini, and the promising future of Angel Gomes at Lille. Fashion statements of players during international duty add a fun twist to the football dynamics.

Chris Sutton, a former professional footballer, joins Rory Smith, chief football writer for the New York Times, Shay Given, an ex-Premier League goalkeeper, and Simon Stone, BBC's chief football news reporter. They dive into Tottenham's reputation as 'the ultimate fairweather team' after a recent loss. The discussion then shifts to Manchester City's legal battle with the Premier League, unpacking its significant implications. Lastly, the group debates the appropriateness of goalkeepers celebrating penalty saves, adding a lively twist to the conversation.

Aaron Ramsdale, the talented goalkeeper for Southampton, shares insights with Kelly Somers about his transition from Arsenal and the dynamics with teammate David Raya. He reflects on the vital role of family, revealing how his father's journey influences his own. Humorous tales of fancy dress trips to Wembley showcase camaraderie among friends, while Ramsdale candidly discusses the emotional pressures of public scrutiny and personal growth as an athlete. His heartfelt journey in football highlights resilience and the love for the game.