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The Athletic FC Podcast

A daily Football, News and Sports podcast featuring David Ornstein and Mark Chapman
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The Athletic FC Podcast

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The Athletic FC Podcast

The Athletic

The Athletic FC Podcast

A daily Football, News and Sports podcast featuring David Ornstein and Mark Chapman
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Back in January, Xavi announced he would be stepping down as Barcelona boss at the end of the season, citing the role as a “cruel job” that “wears you down”.But last week, he and Barca changed their minds - yet another twist in a rollercoaste
After seven consecutive Ligue 1 titles in the early 2000s, we’d forgive you for thinking Lyon are still firmly a part of European football’s aristocracy But after 11 games this season - they’re bottom of the table, their world-famous pool of a
It’s been a pretty good start to the season for Inter Milan. Ticking along nicely in the Champions League and top of Serie A as they chase silverware for a fourth consecutive season… Behind the scenes however, the picture isn’t quite as rosy.
It doesn’t seem that long ago, that Pep’s Barcelona were the epitome of a well-run football club.Moving on from Messi & co was always going to be difficult, but a series of failings on and off the pitch, led to a fall from grace. Only last mon
Host Mark Chapman is joined by Lynsey Hooper, The Athletic’s  David Ornstein, and our England correspondent Jack Pitt-Brooke. to debate what success will look like for England at Euro 2020.Hear how Gareth Southgate could is now under pressure
On Tuesday, Mauricio Pochettino left his position as Chelsea head coach by mutual consent after less than 11 months in the job.After a poor start he led his side to a sixth place finish in the Premier League, but the upturn in form wasn’t enou
Manchester City have created English football history by winning a fourth consecutive top flight title.But do Pep Guardiola’s side get the recognition their achievements deserve?Does future dominance depend on how long the manager stays and i
It’s matchday 38 in the Premier League and the title race is down to the final day with Man City taking on West Ham and Arsenal up against Everton.The race for Europe involves the following matches: Sheffield United vs Spurs, Chelsea vs Bourn
Ange Postecoglou was clearly furious after Tottenham’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City.But what made him so upset after what was one of Spurs’ better performances in recent months?And was he right to be so angry?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The
On Monday, The Athletic reported news of Bayern Munich’s attempt to prize Oliver Glasner from Crystal Palace for a hefty sum.That’s credit to the remarkable job Glasner has done since succeeding Roy Hodgson just three months ago.The Austria
Newcastle United face Manchester United on Wednesday with both clubs competing for a place in Europe next season. But is the increased strain on squads that comes with qualifying for UEFA’s lesser competitions actually worth it? Or would a
After recording just a second win in 17 Premier League visits to Old Trafford Arsenal have taken the title race to the final day.So can Arsenal now complete the job and win the league for the first time in 20 years, despite Man City still havi
It’s matchday 37 in the Premier League and the main focus is on Manchester United vs Arsenal, another huge match in the title race.Elsewhere, Fulham host City and Nottingham Forest go up against Chelsea.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Tim Spiers
Last night in L.A. Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly said he drew positives from his side’s recent form in the Premier League.So has the Chelsea project turned a corner under Mauricio Pochettino?And has he done enough to still be in charge next se
Bayern Munich announced back in February that this season would be Thomas Tuchel’s last as their manager.Fast forward three months and Bayern are yet to find a replacement.Xabi Alonso, Julian Nagelsmann, Unai Emery and now Ralf Rangnick hav
Last night, West Ham announced that David Moyes will leave the club when his contract expires in the summer.After a prolonged search for Moyes’ successor, it seems the Hammers have landed on Julen Lopetegui.So… why have West Ham chosen the
On Saturday Real Madrid were confirmed as La Liga champions for a record-extending 36th time, following Barcelona's 4-2 defeat at Girona.So how did they do it, why was this title not as easy as it looked and can anyone stop Real Madrid being E
It’s matchday 36 in the Premier League and the title race is once again the main focus. Arsenal host Bournemouth while Man City go up against Wolves.Elsewhere, in the relegation battle, it’s Luton vs Everton, Burnley vs Newcastle and Sheffiel
So on Monday Premier League clubs opted to push on with plans for a hard spending limit — a de facto salary cap tied to the income of the lowest earning side in the top flight.Why do some clubs want more financial regulation? Who is pushing ba
Mohamed Salah’s heated exchange with Jurgen Klopp last weekend left many questioning whether the forward would join his manager in leaving Liverpool this summer.Then as The Athletic revealed on Monday, Liverpool expect Salah to stay this summ
Arsenal were too much for Tottenham in yesterday’s North London derby, running out 3-2 winners at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.After the games, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou said his team needs to deal with the “details” to be contenders.So wh
It’s matchday 35 in the Premier League and it’s a huge north London derby as Arsenal go to Spurs hoping to stay in the title race.Elsewhere, Man City go to Nottingham Forest and West Ham host Liverpool.Host: Adam LeventhalWith: Tim Spiers,
Almost three months on from Jurgen Klopp announcing his intention to stand down, Liverpool have earmarked the man they’d like to replace him.So why do Liverpool want Feyenoord’s Arne Slot?And is he the right personality to replace Klopp at An
Playing an exciting brand of attacking football it’s no wonder Simone Inzaghi is now being linked to high-profile managerial jobs in England and abroad.But is he better off staying in Italy and a resurgent Serie A? Or does uncertainty aroun
On Monday, The Athletic revealed that West Ham have held talks with Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim to be their next manager… He is also being looked at to replace Jurgen Klopp at LiverpoolSo who is Ruben Amorim and why is he in such high
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