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Latest episodes

Mar 1, 2024 • 13min
Pogba banned from football for four years
Is Paul Pogba’s career over? James Horncastle tells us what’s next for the Juventus midfielder.Do United have a prayer in the Manchester derby? Mark Critchley previews the cross-town matchup.And what’s got Ronaldo riled in Saudi Arabia? Nick Miller explains Ronaldo’s suspension.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 29, 2024 • 14min
Arch-rivals Liverpool and Man United set up FA Cup showdown
Liverpool and Manchester United book an FA Cup showdown. Carl Anka watched United scrape through against Forest while James Pearce saw Klopp's kids prove they are more than alright. James also brings us up to speed on Liverpool's search for a Sporting Director.Chelsea made life difficult for themselves against Leeds.We tell you why Taylor Swift is causing Real Madrid to move their final match of the season.Host: Michael BaileyProducers: Abi Paterson and Michael ZimmermannExec Prod: Iain MacIntosh

Feb 28, 2024 • 15min
Pressure eases on Howe as Newcastle edge through
Newcastle squeak through to the FA Cup Quarter Finals. Chris Waugh reflects on a match that saw the Premier League side struggle against Championship opposition.Jack Grealish limped off as Erling Haaland scored five. Sam Lee watched Manchester City cruise past Luton.Pochettino fights back at stumbling Chelsea. Ahead of their match against Leeds, Liam Twomey analyses the Chelsea manager's epic answer in their pre match press conference.Host: Michael BaileyProducers: Abi Paterson and Michael ZimmermannExec Prod: Iain MacIntosh

Feb 27, 2024 • 14min
Everton’s points penalty reduced
Everton’s points penalty is reduced. David Ornstein on why it was decided to reduce the penalty but also what still lies in store for the Toffees and Nottingham Forest.Newcastle look to turn the tide as they face Blackburn in the FA Cup. Chris Waugh previews the tie. Real Madrid close in on another Galactico. Rafael Honigstein has the story on Alfonso Davies' proposed move.Host: Tim SpiersProducers: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExec Prod: Iain Macintosh

Feb 26, 2024 • 14min
Liverpool win the Carabao Cup
Liverpool win the League Cup. James Pearce reacts to Jurgen Klopp’s youth movement in the biggest game of the season so far.Another Wembley defeat for Chelsea. Liam Twomey thinks Pochettino’s side showed mental weakness on Sunday.And how did Manchester United lose to Fulham at home? Carl Anka was at Old Trafford.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 23, 2024 • 13min
Liverpool and Chelsea prepare for the Carabao Cup final
Liverpool and Chelsea face off at Wembley. James Pearce and Liam Twomey give their insight leading up to the Carabao Cup final.A grudge match for Arsenal. Amy Lawrence thinks Arsenal is looking for revenge.And can Bayern Munich win a football match? Seb Stafford-Bloor on the struggles of Bayern.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 22, 2024 • 15min
Liverpool fight back to crush Luton
Liverpool survive a Luton scare to go clear. Caoimhe O'Neill was at Anfield to watch the drama unfold.A late Champions League blow for Arsenal. James McNicholas saw Arsenal succumb to a last minute winner in Porto.Napoli begin life under their third coach of the season. James Horncastle assesses the size of the task in front of Francesco Calzona despite their draw with Barcelona.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s vision for Manchester United. Adam Crafton reports back on what Ratcliffe had to say with some of it causing a stir.Thomas Tuchel will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season. Raphael Honigstein discusses whether Xabi Alonso may be tempted by a move to Munich.Host: Adam LeventhalProducers: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExec Prod: Iain Macintosh

Feb 21, 2024 • 12min
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's takeover at Manchester United is official
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is finally in at Man Utd. Laurie Whitwell on what this means for the club moving forward.Arsenal take their buzz into the Champions League. James McNicolas is in Porto and previews Arsenal’s Round of 16 tie.And La Liga tightens its financial screw on Barcelona. Pol Ballus has the latest on Barca’s financial troubles.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 20, 2024 • 17min
Roy Hodgson steps down at Crystal Palace
It’s standoff time as Ashworth goes on gardening leave. Laurie Whitwell and Chris Waugh have the latest on the future of Newcastle’s sporting director.Glasner appointed as Hodgson says bye to Crystal Palace. Matt Woosnam reacts to the news.And it’s a third manager of the season for the Italian champions. James Horncastle on Napoli’s struggles.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 19, 2024 • 12min
Bayern suffer their third consecutive loss
Is Thomas Tuchel on his way out at Bayern? Raphael Honigstein has the latest on the German manager.The Premier League title race takes another turn. Sam Lee and Simon Johnson react to the 1-1 draw between Manchester City and Chelsea.And, are PSG already phasing out Mbappe? Peter Rutzler on the future of the French star after being left out of the starting XI on Saturday.Host: Mike ZimmermannProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh