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Feb 16, 2024 • 12min
Kylian Mbappe set to leave Paris Saint Germain
Kylian Mbappe is leaving PSG. Peter Rutzler on the impact this will have.How will PSG cope without him? David Ornstein thinks they will have a long list of replacements.And is he destined for Real Madrid? Mario Cortegana has the latest between Mbappe and Madrid.Plus, Chelsea and Manchester City men and women’s teams face off this weekend: Liam Twomey describes Chelsea’s ups and downs against the top teams in the Premier League. And Charlotte Harpur previews the huge clash in the WSL.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 15, 2024 • 10min
Kane’s quest for silverware hits another snag
Kane’s quest for silverware hits another snag as Bayern fall to defeat against Lazio. Rafael Honigstein was in Rome watching it all unfold.Kylian Mbappe leads PSG to victory over Real Sociedad. Peter Rutzler tells us all about the brilliant night for the Frenchman.Chelsea want Lyon’s manager to replace Emma Hayes. Charlotte Harpur broke the story and brings the details.Host: Tim SpiersProducers: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExec Prod: Iain Macintosh

Feb 14, 2024 • 15min
Man Utd target Newcastle's sporting director
Man United look to poach Newcastle’s Dan Ashworth. David Ornstein has the story as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS look to rebuild United.Man City survive a brief scare in Scandinavia as Real Madrid edge Leipzig. Sam Lee was in Copenhagen as City's title defence continues and Mario Cortegana was in Germany.Can Bayern really find their consolation in the Champions League? Mark Carey runs the rule over tonight's Champions League fixtures.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 13, 2024 • 12min
The Champions League returns: why this year could spring a surprise
Chelsea leave it late at Selhurst Park. Simon Johnson was on hand to watch the Blues fight back against Crystal Palace and move up to tenth.The Champions League returns. Which games should you be excited about and who are the favourites? Michael Cox previews the round of 16.Is it now or never for Mbappe to Real Madrid? Mario Cortegana has the latest on the French striker's saga.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 12, 2024 • 14min
Arsenal score six in Rice's return to West Ham
Arsenal hit six and Man United hit form. Laurie Whitwell tells us if the race is on for Champions League qualification.Bayer put Bayern in their Bundesliga place. Seb Stafford-Bloor raves about Leverkusen’s performance.And Ivory Coast are AFCON champions. Jay Harris is in Abidjan for the celebrations.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 9, 2024 • 15min
Are Manchester United's Champions League hopes alive?
Title showdown in La Liga. Pol Ballus on the atmosphere leading up to the crucial game in Spain between Real Madrid and Girona.Are Manchester United in a Champions League race? Mark Critchley and Joey D’Urso on the top 4 race between Aston Villa and United.A blockbuster weekend in Serie A. James Horncastle previews the key matchups in Italy.And two heavyweights battle for AFCON supremacy. Jay Harris ahead of Nigeria vs. Ivory Coast.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Feb 8, 2024 • 13min
Chelsea repay Poch's trust
Chelsea romped to a 3-1 victory away at Villa Park in the FA Cup and repay Pochettino’s trust in his team. It was the performance of the season, says Simon Johnson. Read about it all here.It’s Nigeria against Ivory Coast - take two - at AFCON. Jay Harris breaks down how both teams got to the Final.Bayern Munich travel to Bayer Leverkeusen this weekend, Seb Stafford Bloor begins the Bundesliga build up.Host: Michael BaileyProducers: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExec Pros: Iain Macintosh

Feb 7, 2024 • 13min
Is Project Poch under pressure?
Poch on pressure at Chelsea. As rumours swirl around the Chelsea boss' time at the club, Liam Twomey tells us what the man himself had to say on it all. Read about it all here.AFCON readies itself for the semi finals. Maher Mezahi previews the games.VAR controversy ahead of pivotal match in Spain's title race. Dermot Corrigan brings us up to date ahead of Real Madrid v Girona this weekend.Host: Adam LeventhalProducers: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExec Prod: Ben Green

Feb 6, 2024 • 14min
Ominous City close in on Liverpool
It’s ominous from Man City; the title is back in their own hands. Michael Cox was at the Gtech Community Stadium to watch City come back from behind to beat Brentford. Read his thoughts here Who’s on Barcelona’s shortlist to replace Xavi? Dermot Corrigan mulls over the Catalan club's options.It’s getting messy for Messi-less Miami. Paul Tenorio is following Inter Miami around the globe. Read more about it hereHost: Michael BaileyProducers: Abi Paterson and Mike StavrouExec Prods: Ben Green and Iain Macintosh

Feb 5, 2024 • 15min
Arsenal secure crucial win over Liverpool
Amy Lawrence tells us about the significance of Arsenal's 3-1 victory over Liverpool, while James Pearce analyses an error-strewn and lacklustre performance by the Reds.Carl Anka reports from Old Trafford where Manchester United put in their best performance of the season in beating West Ham 3-0. Have Erik ten Hag's side turned a corner...again?And Matt Davies Adams, host of our Straight Outta Cobham podcast, says the locals are growing restless after Chelsea's woeful 4-2 defeat at home to Wolves.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Ben Green