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Mar 15, 2024 • 15min
Dominant Liverpool prepare for Man United in style
Dominant Liverpool prepare for Old Trafford in style. James Pearce and Mark Critchley set us up for an FA Cup quarter final for the ages.Could Newcastle really upset the FA Cup holders? Chris Waugh wonders whether the Magpies can topple Man City.Villa beat Ajax but suffer Watkins injury scare. Tim Spiers was on hand to watch.Chelsea host Arsenal in WSL title tussle at Stamford Bridge. Jessy Parker Humphreys previews what should be an epic game.Host: Michael BaileyProducers: Abi Paterson and Michael ZimmermannExec Prod: Iain Macintosh

Mar 14, 2024 • 15min
Inter crash out of the Champions League
Inter exit the Champions League. James Horncastle on the disappointment from the Serie A leaders.Sancho helps Dortmund progress. Seb Stafford-Bloor sees Sancho playing with more freedom and creativity.And why are the Premier League playing Deal or No Deal with the EFL? Matt Slater has the details on the failed funding package.Host: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Mar 13, 2024 • 14min
Arsenal advance to the Champions League quarterfinals
Arsenal pushed to penalties by Porto. James McNicholas reacts to a wild night at the Emirates, after Arsenal advance to the Champions League quarterfinals.Barca eliminate Napoli. Dermot Corrigan on the youngsters carrying Barcelona through the competition.And, who will join them? James Horncastle gives his expectations on tonight’s Inter v Atletico game.Host: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Mar 12, 2024 • 11min
Palmer keeps Chelsea's faint European hopes alive
Chelsea keep their faint European hopes alive. Simon Johnson was at Stamford Bridge to watch the Cole Palmer show.Do Arsenal have what it takes to fight back against Porto? Amy Lawrence muses on the importance of this fixture for Arsenal's season.Just how bad would a Champions League exit be for Barcelona? Alvaro Romeo speaks to James Richardson about the significance of this fixture against Napoli.Host: Tim SpiersProds: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExec Prod: Iain Macintosh

Mar 11, 2024 • 12min
Liverpool and City make way for Arsenal in the title race
Liverpool and City make the title race even tighter. James Pearce and Sam Lee were at Anfield for the last PL meeting between Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola.What has the coaching rivalry meant to English football?And, is this the last straw for Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea? Liam Twomey looks ahead to Chelsea’s crucial game against Newcastle tonight.Host: Mike ZimmermannProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Mar 8, 2024 • 12min
Liverpool face City in potential title decider
It’s all eyes on Anfield for a potential title decider as Klopp takes on Pep for one last time in the Premier League. Michael Cox previews this one.Will a change in keeper upset Arsenal’s rhythm? David Raya can't play against his parent club, Brentford, so James McNicholas analyses the impact that may have.Plus all the action from the Europa and Conference Leagues too Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben Green

Mar 7, 2024 • 10min
City dominate as lucky Real progress in Champions League
Man City’s European dominance continues. Sam Lee was at the Etihad to watch a much changed City continue their Champions League defence.Real Madrid make unconvincing progress. Guillermo Rai brings his take on an unspectacular show from Los Blancos.How will Liverpool negotiate their date in Prague? It's bad timing for Klopp's kids with City at the weekend but, as James Pearce tells us, key players are on the way back.Host: Michael BaileyProducers: Abi Paterson and Michael ZimmermannExec Prod: Ben Green

Mar 6, 2024 • 14min
Kane sends Bayern to the Champions League quarterfinals
Kane keeps Bayern in Europe. Seb Stafford-Bloor reflects on Bayern Munich’s 3-0 win against Lazio to progress them to the quarterfinals of the Champions League.Mbappe gives another masterclass. Peter Rutzler talks about Kylan Mbappe carrying PSG to the UCL quarterfinals.Plus Haaland answers those contract rumours. Sam Lee on whether Manchester City fans should be worried.And, Real Madrid chase their 15th Champions League trophy. Guillermo Rai is at the Santiago Bernabéu.Host: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Ben Green

Mar 5, 2024 • 14min
Arsenal hit six past sorry Sheffield United
Arsenal continue their rampant form. James McNicholas was at Brammal Lane for the Gunners’ 6-0 win.Bayern need to turn it around in the Champions League. Seb Stafford-Bloor describes the mood around Munich.And why is Mbappe not playing so much football anymore? Peter Rutzler explains Luis Enrique’s reasoning.Host: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Ben Green

Mar 4, 2024 • 14min
Foden shines as City beat United in the derby
Manchester stays Blue as Foden shines for City. Sam Lee on Foden being the big game player for City this season.United feeling blue as they lose ground on the Champions League places. Laurie Whitwell on the crucial race for the top 4.And why did Real Madrid see red in Valencia? Mario Cortegana explains the latest refereeing drama in Spain.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh