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Aug 28, 2023 • 14min
Liverpool saved by Nuñez, Arsenal's tinkering tactics and Rubiales suspended by FIFA
Has Darwin Nuñez kick-started his Liverpool career? James Pearce was at St. James’ Park for Liverpool’s crazy comeback.Is Arteta trying to change too much at Arsenal? Nick Miller on the tinkering of the Gunners’ tactics.What next for the Spanish football federation? Dermot Corrigan explains the suspension of Luis Rubiales.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Aug 25, 2023 • 13min
Salah entertains Saudi, Lukaku's future at Chelsea and Juventus back on top?
Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Is Mo Salah leaving Liverpool for Saudi Arabia? James Pearce has the latest.Could Romelu Lukaku play for Chelsea this season? Liam Twomey on the best possible outcome.Are Juventus back? James Horncastle is convinced this might be Juve’s year.Host: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Aug 24, 2023 • 13min
Spain's scandal, Everton's (lack of) investment, and Aston Villa are in the groove
Controversial actions of Spanish Refé president, Everton's search for investment, and Aston Villa's dominant performance in Europa Conference League

Aug 23, 2023 • 13min
City without Pep, Chelsea loan to Newcastle, and where will Gravenberch end up
Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:How will Manchester City cope without Pep Guardiola? Sam Lee has the details on the Spaniard's back surgeryWhat type of player are Newcastle getting in Lewis Hall? Simon Johnson tells us more about Chelsea's highly rated academy talentCould Bayern Munich’s promising midfielder Ryan Gravenberch be on his way out? Rafael Honigstein brings us the latest news on where the Dutch player may end upHost: Reuben PinderProducer: Abi PatersonExec Producer: Iain Macintosh

Aug 22, 2023 • 14min
Why Manchester United have performed a U-turn on Mason Greenwood
Manchester United's U-turn on Mason Greenwood, Arsenal's hard-fought victory against Crystal Palace, and AC Milan's strong start to the season with Christian Pulisic's debut and goal.

Aug 21, 2023 • 15min
Spain win World Cup, Chelsea lose to Hammers and what’s wrong with Man Utd?
Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:How did Spain become the best team in women’s football? Laia Cervello Herrero on their development and road to the top.Abi Paterson tells us what’s next for the Lionesses.Are Chelsea having growing pains under Pochettino? Simon Johnson gives his explanation to the slow start for the Blues.Is it too early for Manchester United fans to panic? Laurie Whitwell details United’s struggles.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Aug 18, 2023 • 15min
Is Endo Liverpool’s midfield solution?
Seb Stafford Bloor sheds light on Wertaru Endo as a potential midfield solution for Liverpool. David Ornstein shares updates on Michael Olise's decision to not join Chelsea. Matt Woosnam offers a Palace perspective. Abi Paterson previews the women's World Cup final. Excitement builds for Lionel Messi's return at Inter Miami press conference.

Aug 17, 2023 • 14min
Mason Greenwood: What's next?
Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Manchester United tell senior staff that Mason Greenwood will return to the squad. Adam Crafton has the major story.After reaching the World Cup final, how will England approach the challenge of Spain? Chloe Morgan on the Lionesses historic trip to the final.Manchester City adds a fourth piece of silverware to the cabinet. Mark Critchley reports from the UEFA Super Cup.

Aug 16, 2023 • 14min
What awaits Neymar as he swaps Paris for Saudi Arabia?
Exploring Neymar's transfer to Saudi Arabia and potential obstacles he may face. Chelsea pursues another Premier League star. Spain's historic victory and World Cup semi-final preview.

Aug 15, 2023 • 14min
Liverpool lose another transfer target to Chelsea
Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Why have Liverpool missed out to Chelsea on yet another transfer? David Ornstein has the details.Why has Roberto Mancini left Italy? James Horncastle tells allAnd what should we expect from the World Cup semi finals? Michael Cox is in Sydney following all the actionHost: Tim SpiersProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh