The Athletic FC Podcast
Kanaal Besonderhede
The Athletic FC Podcast
The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really hap...
Onlangse Episodes
1201 episodes
Have Liverpool stopped the rot?
Anfield roared - and booed - as Liverpool emphatically defeated Real Madrid in the Champions League.
So could this victory reignite their season...
Can anyone save Wolves?
Wolves have sacked manager Vitor Pereira.
With zero wins in the league, and just two points, all signs lead to relegation.
So, can anyone...
Why are Spurs so bad at home?
Another home defeat, and flat performance against Chelsea, losing 1-0 on Saturday.
But Tottenham are fifth in the Premier League - having finish...
The Preview: Spurs vs Chelsea
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea.
Carl Anka and Jay Harris join Matt D...
Can Juventus succeed under Spalletti?
Juventus have sacked Igor Tudor and are set to appoint Luciano Spalletti.
With the ghost of Cristiano still haunting the club, are they in crisi...
How Sunderland surprised the Premier League
Sunderland have enjoyed a dream start so far in the Premier League.
Their win over Chelsea means they’re in the top four after nine games.
...
Has Lamine Yamal reignited El Clasico?
El Clasico was back to its fiery best on Sunday, as Lamine Yamal's pre-match comments sparked fury in Madrid.
Has he reignited this famous fixtu...
Why Arsenal are the team to beat
Arsenal are top of the Premier League - four points ahead of Bournemouth in second.
It was an important win for them against Crystal Palace on S...
Liam Rosenior interview: Strasbourg's rapid rise & the value of diversity
After eight games, RC Strasbourg sit 3rd in Ligue 1, two points behind league leaders Marseille and just one point behind European champions PSG.
The Preview: Aston Villa vs Man City
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Aston Villa vs Manchester City.
Stu James and Tim Spiers join Matt...
Why was Barcelona's league game in Miami cancelled?
Barcelona were set to play Villarreal in Miami in December.
That’s now been cancelled. Today, we explain why.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
W...
Are Newcastle over Isak already?
Life after Alexander Isak has been hit and miss for Newcastle.
But in Nick Woltemade, have they already found the key to Newcastle's fortunes th...
How do Man United build on Liverpool win?
Manchester United’s first victory at Anfield since 2016 was a massive moment for the club.
But how does Ruben Amorim ensure this isn’t another f...
Why Forest are turning to Dyche
After just 39 days, Nottingham Forest have sacked Ange Postecoglou.
He recorded no wins in his eight games in charge.
Sean Dyche is set to...
Gundogan interview: Klopp vs Guardiola, Man City's treble & more
Today we speak to one of the best players to have graced the Premier League, İlkay Gündoğan.
The iconic former Manchester City midfielder sat do...
The Preview: Liverpool vs Man United
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is for many, the marquee match up in English football, Liverpool vs Manchest...
What do football agents actually do?
The transfer window may not be open but the industry is still moving behind the scenes.So what do agents actually do?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined b...
Is Harry Kane better than ever?
England are heading to the World Cup, and typically it’s thanks to captain Harry Kane.
So how important is he to their chances next summer?
Are Spurs for sale?
In early September, Daniel Levy stepped down from his role as Spurs chairman after nearly 25 years.
So who is running the show now? And are Spur...
Inside Liverpool's 15 year journey from civil war to superclub
This week marks 15 years of FSG ownership at Liverpool
In that time they've won two Premier Leagues and a Champions League.
So, how did L...
Why goalkeepers are going long
This week’s Athletic FC Tactics podcast discusses the evolution of goalkeeper distribution.
Are teams actually going long more often?
Are...
Premier League review: Who has more questions than answers?
We’re seven games into the 25/26 Premier League season and Arsenal sit top, Wolves are the only side yet to register a win and Sunderland are 9th!?
How much time will Ange get at Forest?
Seven games played: five defeats, two draws, no wins. Statistically the worst start by any Nottingham Forest manager for a century.
Ange Posteco...
Is Tuchel improving England?
It’s been a year since Thomas Tuchel signed up as England manager.
He’s had six games to make his mark so far, with the World Cup just eight mo...
Why the Premier League has gone back to basics
So far, this season we’ve had… long throws, rugby-style kickoffs and big lads up front.
So why has the Premier League gone old school?
Ho...
Why have Liverpool lost their way?
Liverpool had a perfect start after record spending, but now they've lost three in a row.
So why is Arne Slot’s Red Machine mis-firing?
Ho...
Jurgen Klopp on life after Liverpool and his fears for football
Jurgen Klopp is back in football but not as a manager. In January, he began work as global head of soccer at Red Bull.
Our very own Adam Crafton...
The Preview: Chelsea vs Liverpool
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the red card loving blues of Chelsea versus the no longer red hot reds of...
Why Wirtz is struggling at Liverpool
Eight games into his Liverpool career Florian Wirtz is yet to score or assist.
So why the slow start and how long will he take to adapt to the...
How Glasner has made Palace unbeatable
Crystal Palace are flying.
They’re the FA Cup holders, they’re in Europe and they’re on an 18-game unbeaten run across all competitions.
...
Can Nuno fix West Ham?
Graham Potter is the latest manager to be shown the door at West Ham.
In comes a new challenger - Nuno Espírito Santo.
But do West Ham’s p...
How much more misery can Man United take?
It’s 17 defeats in 33 Premier League games for Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United after Saturday's latest defeat at Brentford.
So, how much more m...
The Preview: Newcastle vs Arsenal
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Newcastle vs Arsenal.
Eddie Howe's side have won each of their last...
Is a 64-team World Cup inevitable?
FIFA have discussed making the 2030 World Cup a 64-team tournament.
So who actually wants it and could it really happen?
Host: Ayo Akinwol...
Is Ousmane Dembele really the best player in the world?
Ousmane Dembele scooped the Ballon d’Or on Monday night.
His 35 goals helped PSG clinch their first ever Champions League.
So how did he e...
Inside Aston Villa’s power struggle
Aston Villa are currently 18th in the Premier League and have scored just one goal so far.
So is the team really "lazy” or does Unai Emery need...
How do Arsenal catch Liverpool?
Arsenal have fallen five points off the pace in the Premier League, after drawing 1-1 with Man City on Sunday.
And in the boardroom there are ch...
The Preview: Arsenal vs Man City
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the Arsenal vs Manchester City.
In what is often dubbed as master...
Is Chelsea's transfer policy working?
Chelsea’s young squad were given a reality-check on their Champions League return, losing 3-1 in Munich to Bayern after two years out of the competiti...
Has Mbappe overtaken Vinicius as Real Madrid's main man?
Real Madrid are back to winning ways in Champions League.
In their 2-1 win over Marseille on Tuesday night, Kylian Mbappe shone bright, whilst V...