The Athletic FC Podcast
Episodes
Project Messi: How it fell apart at PSG
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So this week Lionel Messi was suspended for two weeks by Paris Saint-Germain and will be fined after taking an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia…Com...
Arteta’s Arsenal: The next phase
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal have had a very good season - Champions or not. And with Champions League football back, the future is certainly bright.So, what do Mikel Arte...
How Haaland has demolished the Premier League
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland has made history scoring his 50th goal of the season on Sunday - the most goals by a top-flight player for 92 year...
Leeds United: How to sink a Premier League team
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"This isn't about the decision to sack Marcelo Bielsa, it's about the decisions they've made since..." The Athletic's Leeds writer Phil Hay joins seni...
Weekend Preview: City look to take top spot after shooting down the Gunners, Villa march onto Old Trafford & are Everton doomed?
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, Tim Spiers and bet365's Steve Freeth following a decisive week at the top and bottom of the Premier League.With ...
Why the timing is right for Pochettino and Chelsea
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea writers Simon Johnson & Liam Twomey and Jack Pitt-Brooke, our Tottenham correspondent.The panel dis...
How quickly can Wrexham reach the Premier League?
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Saturday, Wrexham reached their cliched Hollywood ending with promotion back to promised land of the English Football League. And as emotions pour...
Will Manchester City win the treble?
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Back in '99, Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United won a historic treble - The Premier League, FA Cup & Champions League - Despite Roman Abramovic...
Broken Tottenham: How can they be fixed?
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tottenham absolutely fell apart yesterday, hammered 6-1 by Newcastle at St James’ Park - they are also currently without a first team manager, dire...
Weekend Preview: Arsenal look to take control, European race hots up & how do Leeds stop the rot?
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is with George Elek, Tim Spiers and bet365's Steve Freeth to look ahead to the Premier League weekend & FA Cup semi-finals.The panel a...
How Unai Emery has transformed Aston Villa
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Coming up, hear how Unai Emery has made Aston Villa a force in the Premier League again. Also how he always seems to find a way to start so well wher...
Why everyone wants to sign Victor Osimhen
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Napoli’s Victor Osimhen is more than catching the eye this season.In fact he’s leaping higher than Ronaldo, out-scoring everyone in Serie A by som...
Why Chelsea & Lukaku still need each other
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While Lukaku's disappointing loan spell at Inter is coming to an end, Chelsea's problems in front of goal show no signs of abating, so, is it time for...
Have Arsenal lost 'control' of title race?
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic’s Adam Crafton & journalist and former Arsenal midfielder Adrian Clarke.If last week at Anfield was perha...
Weekend Preview: Man City hitting their groove, are Aston Villa heading for Europe & Roy's revival at Palace continues
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, Tim Spiers and bet365's Steve Freeth as Dean Smith prepares to take charge of Leicester City for the first time ...
Is Vincent Kompany the next elite manager?
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vincent Kompany has led Burnley back to the Premier League in impressive fashion but is he destined for even greater things?Mark Chapman is joined by ...
How can Barcelona re-sign Lionel Messi?
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Barcelona writer Pol Ballus and PSG writer Peter Rutzler to debate the possibility of Lionel Messi returning ...
Guardiola v Tuchel: Don't overthink it
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Man City may be firing on all cylinders in the Premier League but the Champions League has humbled them in the past. Host Ian Irving is joined by The ...
Arsenal succumb to ‘Anfield effect’
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Premier League title race stepped up a notch following Sunday's game of the season contender at Anfield as Arsenal and Liverpool shared the spoils...
Weekend Preview: Arsenal face Anfield obstacle, Lampard returns & Newcastle full of firepower in top four hunt
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is alongside George Elek, Tim Spiers and bet365's Steve Freeth ahead of the Easter Weekend's Premier League action.League leaders Arsenal ...
Lampard’s Chelsea return - does it actually make sense?
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just when you think you've said all that you can about Chelsea in one week, they appoint Frank Lampard as caretaker manager. Joining host Ian Irving t...
Is Jurgen Klopp untouchable?
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jurgen Klopp described himself as the "last man standing" on Monday. It was a tongue in cheek comment but equally an odd one to bring up at a time whe...
Inside Potter's 'Surreal' Chelsea Reign
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday, we brought you the news that Chelsea head coach Graham Potter had been sacked by Chelsea, today, host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic'...
Potter’s Chelsea departure explained
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein, Adam Crafton & Simon Johnson to discuss the sacking of Graham Potter as Chelsea manager.T...
Weekend Preview: Liverpool look to scupper City's Treble chances, Newcastle look to settle a score & Tottenham's turmoil deepens
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Manchester City prepare to take on Liverpool at the Etihad, join Dan Bardell, George Elek, Steve Freeth and Tim Spiers ahead of the weekend's Premi...
Klopp or Guardiola? How do you assess a manager?
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Tim Spiers & Oli Kay to debate how managers & head coaches in the Premier League should be assessed a...
Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United: the tightest title race in WSL history?
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Four big teams, three points separate them, but only one of them will lift the WSL trophy - and one of them won't be playing Champions League football...
Why Harry Kane & Manchester United both have a 'Big Decision' to make this summer
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Jack Pitt-Brooke and Adam Crafton to reflect on Steven Gerrard's recent comments about Harry Kane and th...
Conte gone - Nagelsmann next for Spurs?
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman get's reaction from The Athletic's Jack Pitt Brooke to Antonio Conte leaving his role as manager at Tottenham.Meanwhile Bayern Munich al...
How important is the manager to a club's success?
25 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi guys. What you’re about to hear is a recent episode of The Athletic Football Tactics Podcast where the panel - consisting of Michael Cox, Mark Ca...
Weekend Preview: Harry Kane makes England history, Zlatan set for Sweden return & Premier League state of play
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is alongside George Elek, Steve Freeth and Nick Miller as they react to England beginning their Euro 2024 qualification campaign with a wi...
Could Barcelona lose their best player for free this summer?
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic’s Barcelona writers Pol Ballus & Laia Cervelló Herrero.After victory against Real Madrid sent them 12 poin...
Super League ghosts, Global v Local fans & Ceferin's Multi-Club mess - The Future of Football: Part Two
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following yesterday's foray into the big issues facing international football, host Mark Chapman and The Athletic's Matt Slater, Laura Williamson &...
Infantino, a 48-team World Cup & Visit Saudi - The Future of Football: Part One
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Matt Slater, Adam Crafton, and Laura Williamson to discuss the biggest changes to international football.In t...
When will Tottenham and Conte’s ‘weird marriage’ end?
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Jack Pitt Brook & James Horncastle to reflect on Antonio Conte verbal attack on his Tottenham players and t...
Weekend Preview: Palace give Patrick Vieira the push, will Saint Selles save Southampton & Dyche's Dogs of War head to the Bridge
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, Dan Barnes and bet365's Steve Freeth for a relegation special, ahead of this weekend's Premier League action.Wit...
Patrick Vieira & Crystal Palace - what's gone wrong?
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Dom Fifield on Matt Woosnam to discuss what has gone wrong for Patrick Vieira as manager of Crystal Palace.***...
Why does Paul Pogba split opinion?
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Mark Chapman to look at the career of Paul Pogba as he turns 30 it's James Horncastle and Carl Anka.Here they discuss whether the France and J...
Man City, Chelsea, Real Madrid? Who will win the race to sign Josko Gvardiol
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
21-year-old Josko Gvardiol is a man in high demand. So, which European giant will win the race for his signature? Will Guardiola need to sell a defend...
How Jack Grealish became the most marketable British footballer since David Beckham
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Weekend Preview: Will Arsenal leave it late again, have Liverpool found their launchpad to fourth & how much danger are West Ham in?
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by Tim Spiers, George Elek and bet365's Steve Freeth as Liverpool look to push on from their 7-0 thrashing of Man Utd, while Eri...
Do we take pleasure from PSG’s failures?
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Mark Chapman to talk through yet another Paris Saint-Germain Champions League exit is The Athletic's Peter Rutzler and french football expert ...
Has Potter saved his Chelsea job?
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by two writers from The Athletic’s who were at Stamford Bridge to see Chelsea knock Borussia Dortmund out of the Champions Leag...
Enzo Fernandez, Bernardo Silva, Goncalo Ramos: Inside Benfica's Talent Factory
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Enzo Fernandez, Bernardo Silva, Joao Felix, Ruben Dias, the list goes on... Boasting an academy record which is the envy of most clubs in world footba...
How Liverpool demolished Man United & how Ten Hag should respond
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined from The Athletic by Adam Crafton also two of our writers who were at Anfield yesterday Oli Kay & our Liverpool writer Jame...
Introducing... The Real Footballers' Podcast
04 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what really happens in a Premier League changing room? What triggers fallings out between footballers and managers? Fascinated by the no...
Weekend Preview: Man City look to respond to Arsenal, Potter hanging on as Leeds come to visit & is Liverpool's latest resurgence real?
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, Tim Spiers and bet365's Steve Freeth as Manchester City look to respond to Arsenal opening up a five-point lead ...
Have Bayern Munich got worse or is the Bundesliga getting better?
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's r Rafa Honigstein & also Seb Stafford-Bloor to discuss the German Bundelsiga - perhaps the most exciting ...
Does it matter that Tottenham don't win trophies?
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Mark Chapman is Jack Pitt Brooke and Tim Spiers to cover the past month at Tottenham Hotspur and what the future could yield for the club.In t...
Why Arsenal must protect Bukayo Saka at all costs
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does Bukayo Saka need better protection from Premier League referees? Do Arsenal themselves rely too heavily on the 21-year-old, and, with the world a...
Are Manchester United back?
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Laurie Whitwell to discuss whether this is the start of something big for Erik Ten Hag at ...
Weekend Preview: Battle of the Brazilians for the Carabao crown, unpredictability reigns in the title race & can Potter survive?
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and Tim Spiers ahead of Sunday's Carabao Cup Final at Wembley with both Casemiro and Bruno...
Karius’ shot at redemption & evolution of De Gea
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by former Manchester United keeper Peter Schmeichel, former Liverpool & England goalkeeper Chris Kirkland & England ...
How Real Madrid schooled Liverpool - on and off the field
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by Dermot Corrigan and James Pearce to look back on a classic night of Champions League action as Liverpool were dealt a sucker...
Manchester United Takeover: Who's trying to buy them & will the Glazers actually sell?
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With two takeover bids on the table, will the Glazer family's 18-year reign at Manchester United finally come to an end? Host Mark Chapman is joined b...
Is Aubameyang the answer to Chelsea's problems?
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein to discuss the problems at Chelsea for manager Graham Potter.Another poor result after that hu...
Bobby '90: Sir Bobby Robson on managing England, Barcelona, Gazza and Bryan Robson
18 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sir Bobby Robson would have turned 90 today, so it's fitting that St James' Park will be rocking later when Newcastle host Liverpool.To mark the occas...
Weekend Preview: Title showdown fallout, relegation six-pointer & Liverpool look for upturn on the Tyne
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and Tim Spiers as they react to Man City's win over Arsenal in midweek, ahead of this week...
Do Manchester United still need Frenkie de Jong?
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Andy Mitten, Carl Anka, Pol Ballús to discuss Manchester United's interest in Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong .H...
Arteta vs Guardiola: Apprentice vs Master
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by Art de Roché and Sam Lee to talk about the Premier League's two most exhausting managers to watch on the touchline and to g...
Liverpool, Man United, Qatar & What makes a good Premier League owner?
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's been 100 days since Liverpool Football Club was put up for sale. Manchester United expect a takeover bid from Qatar, Tottenham want ENIC out and ...
The Super League return explained: How it would work, the response & what next
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Matt Slater & Adam Crafton to discuss The return of The Super League with promises of a new-look structu...
Weekend Preview: Frail Liverpool welcome buoyant Everton, Chelsea looking for attacking fix & Leeds v Man Utd: The Rematch
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and The Athletic's Tim Spiers to look ahead to the weekend's Premier League action, includ...
The Rise of Vinicius Jr & Spanish Football's Problem With Racism
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Dermot Corrigan & Mario Cortegana to discuss the rise of Real Madrid's Brazilian superstar Vinicius Jr a...
Leeds’ power struggle: Radrizzani, 49ers Enterprises and who chooses Marsch’s successor?
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Mark Chapman, Matt Slater and Phil Hay as they explore Leeds United's decision to sack Jesse Marsch - as well as the ongoing power struggle at El...
Why the Premier League are going to war with Manchester City
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So the Premier League has waged a war with its serial Champions, Manchester City - but what is rule W51, could City suffer a points deduction this sea...
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool crisis
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's James Pearce & Raphael Honigstein to discuss the problems facing Liverpool in biggest crisis of Jurgen Kl...
Weekend Preview: the Premier League returns after the closure of the transfer window
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and The Athletic's Rich Amofa as the Premier League returns following the closure of the t...
Jorginho to Arsenal & Sabitzer to Manchester United explained
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by David Ornstein & Adam Crafton to discuss Arsenals signing of Jorginho from Chelsea.Meanwhile Manchester United were also...
Enzo Fernandez: Chelsea's record-breaking €120m man
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
David Ornstein and Liam Twomey join Mark Chapman to analyse Chelsea's British Transfer Record deal to sign World Cup winning Enzo Fernandez.The panel ...
Pep's Cancelo Culture: Why Man City sanctioned Bayern Munich loan
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A PFA Team of the Year regular and an ever-present figure in back-to-back title-winning seasons for Manchester City - So how has Joao Cancelo ended up...
Ornstein on transfers: Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs & more
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein to detail what could happen in the final hours of the January transfer window.They discuss Ars...
Weekend Preview: Premier League title showdown dress rehearsal, Leeds out to avoid upset & Liverpool plan Brighton revenge mission
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek as well as The Athletic's Tim Spiers and Rich Amofa as the FA Cup Fourth Round sees the first clash of the Premie...
Transfer window loopholes & FFP explained
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman & The Athletic's Matt Slater & Dan Sheldon look at how the huge spending in this January transfer window by Premier League clubs ...
Salah’s slump: A cause or symptom of Liverpool’s problems?
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's been three league games since Mohamed Salah had a shot on target, never mind a goal, and questions are popping up around the Egyptian's form. But...
Everton sack Frank Lampard... What next for both?
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What more could Frank Lampard have done at Everton? Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Everton writer Patrick Boyland and Chelsea correspon...
Why Juventus were deducted points & how they imploded
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's James Horncastle & Tim Spiers to discuss why Juventus, the biggest team in Italy, were deducted pointsand...
Weekend Preview: Casemiro misses Arsenal v Man Utd showdown, Liverpool & Chelsea in mid-table meeting & pressure mounts at the London Stadium
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal is joined by George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and The Athletic's Tim Spiers ahead of what could be a telling week in the Premier Leag...
The rise of Martin Odegaard and finding ‘home’ at Arsenal
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Arsenal bought Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard for £30m in 2021 the expectation among supporters wasn’t particularly high - and some didn...
Mbappe, Real Madrid & the transfer saga that won’t go away
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic’s Adam Crafton & Mario Cortegana to discuss a new chapter in one of football’s biggest transfer sagas...K...
Death threats, conspiracy & FFP: Is Moshiri's Everton a broken club?
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Board members receiving alleged death threats, home-grown players being chased from Goodison Park, an owner who publicly blames supporters for the chu...
Mykhailo Mudryk - how did Chelsea hijack Arsenal’s transfer target?
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein & Adam Crafton to discuss the crazy chain of events that saw Mykhailo Mudryk end up at Che...
Weekend Preview: Arsenal & Man Utd have derby day questions to answer & Nathan Jones latest magic trick must come at Goodison Park
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek and The Athletic's Tim Spiers and Rich Amofa ahead of a pivotal weekend in the Premier League as both Arsenal and...
How Brazil’s far right ‘kidnapped’ the most famous shirt in football
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic’s Jack Lang & Gustavo Ribeiro from The Brazilian Report to discuss how and why the national team football...
Chelsea's identity crisis: Can Graham Potter hold on?
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea writers Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey to analyse the chaos at Chelsea as Graham Potter struggles to c...
How Ten Hag's Manchester United are evolving in the transfer market
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Manchester United correspondent Laurie Whitwell to get a read on the optimism surroundi...
Barcelona & Real Madrid, hated rivals who need each other more than ever
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Dermot Corrigan, Pol Ballus & Guillermo Rai to discuss how Barcelona & Real Madrid, rivals on the p...
Weekend Preview: Cupsets, Contenders & FA Cup 'Giant Killings'
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of the FA Cup Third Round getting underway Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and The Athletic's Tim Spiers to look ahe...
How Ronaldo negotiated £173million-a-year Saudi deal without agent Mendes
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell & Nick Miller to discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr, where ...
Arsenal & Newcastle transfer priorities & will Lampard survive?
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Patrick Boyland, can Frank Lampard hold onto his job after Everton were heavily beaten by Brighton and discuss...
How Liverpool's biggest strength became their weakness
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Host Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's Jay Harris and Tony Evans following Liverpool's 3-1 defeat to Brentford on Monday evening...The panel refl...
Top four battle hots up & is Joao Felix heading to the Premier League?
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka and Liam Twomey to react to a big weekend of Premier League football as the battle for a top four finish took centre...
Weekend Preview: Liverpool aim to outfox Leicester, Wolves welcome rejuvenated Man Utd & pressure increases on Lampard
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dan Bardell, George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and The Atheltic's Rich Amofa ahead of the final round of Premier League games for 2022.The panel...
Liverpool move quick for Gakpo & Arsene Wenger returns to Emirates
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the Premier League returns Dan Bardell is joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell and Dan Barnes to discuss the Boxing Day action as well as analy...
Weekend Preview: Premier League is back after World Cup but who's ready for the return?
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bardell is joined by George Elek, bet365's Steve Freeth and The Athletic's Dan Barnes as the Premier League returns on Boxing Day following the br...
Messi's Argentina win the World Cup: A destiny fulfilled
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Argentina are World Champions again. Lionel Messi has emulated Maradona in 1986. Destiny fulfilled. Debate over?Host Adam Leventhal is joined by The A...
Can we just stick to the football please: What is the Qatar 2022 legacy?
17 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the eve of the World Cup Final, Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Matt Slater and Laura Williamson to evaluate the Qatar 2022 World Cup.Fr...
Lionel Messi: one step from football immortality
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal is joined by Oli Kay and Argentinian journalist Martin Mazur to discuss Lionel Messi as he looks to crown his career with a World Cup w...
Kylian Mbappe: what does the future hold for France and PSG’s unstoppable force of nature?
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kylian Mbappe once more shone brightly on the world's stage as he helped France through to consecutive World Cup finals. He is a superstar on the pitc...
Morocco’s World Cup Dream: can Qatar’s ‘Rocky’ land another knockout blow?
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Morocco made history when they beat Portugal as they became the first African side to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup, and this incredible team...