The Athletic FC Podcast
Episodes
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...
Modric, Juranovic & Croatia's 'Hollywood story'
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The World Cup resumes tonight as Messi and Argentina prepare to face Croatia - A far smaller footballing nation which has somehow reached back-to-back...
Bellingham, Ronaldo, Mudryk: World Cup transfer talk
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the January transfer window coming into sight, Adam Leventhal is joined by David Ornstein and Adam Crafton in Qatar to discuss which players coul...
England pay the penalty in World Cup. Again.
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal brings you immediate fallout following England's quarter-final defeat to France at the World Cup, following yet more penalty heartbreak...
England v France: how good are the Three Lions?
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Host Adam Leventhal is joined by Jack Pitt-Brooke to look ahead to England’s huge quarter-final against France as the draw opens up for Gareth’s S...
Louis van Gaal: putting the fun into functional
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal is joined by Daniel Taylor, Jay Harris and Dutch journalist Sjoerd Mossou for a looking into one of the most fascinating coaches to sha...
The World Cup's dark shadow
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Qatar has hosted the 'best group stage ever' at a World Cup. But what about all of the issues off the field of pl...
The cult of Lionel Messi
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Abi Paterson is in Doha, Qatar at the World Cup and has a few burning questions regarding a player who many consider as the greatest fo...
Kane, Giroud, Richarlison: what makes a World Cup no.9?
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal is joined by James Horncastle, Raphael Honigstein & Jack Pitt-Brooke to debate and analyse the values and importance of a no.9 in i...
Bellingham brilliance sets up France showdown
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As Jude Bellingham played the starring role in England's 3-0 last 16 win over Senegal join Adam Leventhal from the Al Bayt Stadium for all the reactio...
Messi's 1000th, Southgate's selection headache & hope for USA in 2026
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Host Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's England writers Oli Kay and Jack Pitt-Brooke to discuss England manager Gareth Southgate's starting XI...
South Korea stun Portugal, Suarez’s tears & USA vs Netherlands preview
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Host Adam Leventhal is joined by Athletic writers Jay Harris and Paul Tenorio to discuss the drama on the final day of the group stages and also look ...
Germany & Belgium head home, Japan top Group E & Suarez v Ghana
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal is joined by Oli Kay and Michael Cox following another dramatic night in Qatar with two European heavyweights in Germany and Belgium ex...
Messi & Argentina march on, Poland limp through, and prepare for pre-match penalties in 2026
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Adam Leventhal, James Horncastle and Adam Crafton react to Argentina's 2-0 win over Poland on Wednesday night that saw both teams make ...
Rashford’s resurgence, Pulisic puts USA through & politics dominates Iran discourse
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
That’s a wrap for Groups A and B. England sailed past Wales with a resounding 3-0 win, courtesy of a remarkable Marcus Rashford brace and goal from ...
The goals show, Cristiano Ronaldo upstaged & England v Wales preview
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of the finale of Group B, Adam Leventhal is joined by David Ornstein and Matt Slater on Day 10 of the Qatar World Cup.Matt reflects on attending...
Shock, surprises & Germany still alive in World Cup
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal is joined by Jack Pitt-Brooke and Oli Kay following a day of shocks in Qatar with Costa Rica and Morocco two of the noteworthy winners,...
Messi's Flash of Genius as Mbappe Tussles For Limelight & Queiroz v Klinsmann
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's Sunday morning and host Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Felipe Cardenas and Charlotte Harpur to reflect on Lionel Messi handing Argent...
England 0-0 USA: Reaction from Al Bayt Stadium as Three Lions held
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Adam Leventhal for immediate reaction from England's goalless draw with USA in Group B from the Al Bayt Stadium.With comprehensive post-match ana...
England v USA Preview, Neymar worry & Cristiano Ronaldo makes World Cup history
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Day Six of the World Cup, Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's England writer Jack Pitt-Brooke and Sam Stejskal to preview England v US...
Germany defiant off the pitch but desperate on it, Brazil expectant, England hopeful on Kane injury
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Adam Leventhal joins Raphael Honigstein and James Horncastle to reflect on day four of the World Cup, a day which saw Germany lose 2-1 ...
Ronaldo leaves, Man Utd for sale, Saudi Arabia humble Messi & Argentina
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Day three of the World Cup started with Saudi Arabia beating Argentina 2-1, and ended with the news that Cristiano Ronaldo has left Manchester United,...
Bellingham's Brilliance, Southgate's 'Ruthless England Machine' & Iran's Silent Anthem
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As Day 3 of the World Cup dawns, Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Jack Pitt-Brooke and Oliver Kay to reflect on England's 6-2 win over Iran....
England's 'OneLove' Armband U-Turn, Qatar's Empty Seats & US Excitement Levels
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Host Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Laurie Whitwell on day two of the World Cup to discuss England's World Cup opener aga...
Qatar World Cup 2022: Infantino speech reaction, the human cost to migrant workers & England latest
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the first of our daily World Cup podcasts throughout the tournament as Adam Leventhal brings you the latest news, views and reaction from ...
Expectations, Arrogance & Anguish: How will England perform in Qatar?
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's dedicated England writers Jack Pitt-Brooke and Oliver Kay to look ahead to how England could get on out in ...
Would Klopp or Guardiola take an international job?
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Pol Ballus, Rafa Honignstein & Adam Leventhal to debate whether managing at international level is an att...
Messi & Ronaldo: The World Cup Last Dance in Qatar
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Chapman is joined by Carl Anka, Andy Mitten and Spanish football writer Dermot Corrigan to debate whether either Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronald...
Qatar World Cup: How did we get here?
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Editor-in-Chief Alex Kay-Jelski, Deputy Editor Laura Williamson and Investigations writer Matt Slater, t...