The Athletic FC Podcast
Butiran Saluran
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...
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Are FIFA exploiting World Cup fans?
The World Cup is just four weeks away!
From tickets to hotels, broadcast agreements to squads - there’s a lot still to sort out.
But are F...
Ornstein latest: Chelsea want Alonso & Carrick done deal?
Chelsea are exploring a deal to appoint Xabi Alonso as head coach.
So could he bring calm to the chaos at Stamford Bridge?
David Ornstein...
Why do Spurs keep hitting the self-destruct button?
The relegation race looks set to go to the wire after Tottenham’s draw against Leeds.
So have West Ham been given a lifeline?
And why do S...
How Real Madrid descended into violence and chaos
After a week of chaos at Real Madrid, involving in-fighting, things got even worse.
Defeat at the Camp Nou meant Barcelona were crowned La Liga...
The Preview: West Ham vs Arsenal
A big game in the title and relegation fight as 1st faces 18th - could this game crown Arsenal and relegate West Ham?
And Spurs could take a big...
Why Luis Enrique is PSG's biggest star
Paris Saint-Germain are through to a second successive Champions League final.
Luis Enrique will be aiming to win his third European Cup as a ma...
Are Arsenal finally embracing the pressure?
Arsenal are into their first Champions League final in 20 years after beating Atletico Madrid.
Mikel Arteta’s side are on the brink of a histori...
Have Man City blown the title?
It’s advantage Arsenal in the title race after Man City’s slip-up at Everton.
The Gunners are five points clear with three to play
So… hav...
How will Man United cope in the Champions League?
Manchester United have confirmed their place in next season's Champions League.
So, what do the club need to handle being back amongst Europe’s...
The World Cup and War
This summer's World Cup in North America is the biggest in size and scale and now, arguably, the most controversial. The tournament kicks off in less...
Keith Andrews: Set-piece coach to Premier League manager?
Brentford are in the running to secure European football for the first time in the club’s history.
On this special episode of The Athletic FC Po...
The Preview: Man United vs Liverpool
Manchester United could secure their return to the Champions League with a win against their biggest rivals Liverpool.
Elsewhere, it’s Aston Vil...
Are Newcastle's Saudi owners losing interest?
Newcastle United’s Saudi owners are set to pull their funding of LIV Golf while uncertainty is rife at St James’ Park.
With the ownership in tow...
Mourinho & Madrid: Why? What? How?
Jose Mourinho could be set for a dramatic return to the Bernabeu.
So is the Special One really the man to save Real Madrid?
Plus, the pan...
How will Liverpool replace Salah?
As the curtain comes down on Mo Salah’s time at Anfield.
How prepared are Liverpool for his departure?
And will it be another big summer o...
Who should be Chelsea's next manager?
Last week Chelsea sacked Liam Rosenior. On Sunday they reached an FA Cup Final.
But the question remains, who should be their next manager?
Bruno Fernandes: Creative genius
On this week’s Athletic FC Tactics podcast, the panel discuss Bruno Fernandes, who is on the cusp of breaking the Premier League record for most assis...
The Preview: Wolves vs Spurs
Already relegated Wolves host relegation-threatened Tottenham - can De Zerbi's side finally pick up some momentum against the league's bottom team?
How did Leicester go from miracle to misery?
10 years after winning the Premier League title Leicester City have been provisionally relegated to England’s third tier.
So, how have the Foxes...
Chelsea sack Rosenior - reaction
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s David Ornstein and Liam Twomey, reacting to the news that Chelsea have parted ways with head coach Liam Ros...
How has Chelsea become so toxic?
Champions League football is slipping further from Chelsea’s grasp after a damaging 3-0 defeat to Brighton.
They’ve now lost five league games i...
Have Spurs left it too late?
Spurs’ nightmare season shows little sign of improving.
After West Ham’s draw with Crystal Palace - they remain two points from safety with five...
How can Arteta reignite Arsenal?
After defeat at the Etihad, Arsenal have lost control of the title race.
Man City can go top of the Premier League with a win at Burnley on Wedn...
Guardiola vs Arteta: Tactical breakdown
This week, The Athletic FC Tactics podcast diiscuss the huge Premier League title clash between Manchester City and Arsenal.
Can Mikel Arteta fi...
Napoli owner De Laurentiis: How to fix football
Napoli’s Aurelio De Laurentiis is one of European football’s most outspoken and recognisable owners and this week he’s been telling Adam Crafton all a...
The Preview: Man City vs Arsenal
The top two face off in a massive game in the title race.
Will Man City continue their excellent recent form, or can Arsenal spring a surprise a...
How broken are Real Madrid?
A Champions League knockout classic, that Real Madrid for once lost out in!
Elimination at the hands of Bayern Munich, they’re staring at a seco...
Ornstein latest: Iraola, Slot's future & Liverpool transfers
The managerial merry-go-round has started up again!
The latest mover is Andoni Iraola, who is leaving Bournemouth at the end the season.
S...
Why is the World Cup such a rip-off?
With fewer than 60 days before the World Cup begins - the eye-watering cost of tickets remains a contentious issue.
So will this be the most exp...
Are Arsenal losing their nerve, again?
After Arsenal slumped to defeat Man City closed the gap at the top of the Premier League with a statement win on Sunday.
Defeat to Bournemouth n...
Patrice Evra interview: Sir Alex Ferguson, Suarez and Carrick's Man United
Coming up today, we have a truly special interview. Manchester United legend Patrice Evra in conversation with The Athletic’s Adam Crafton.
They...
The Preview: Chelsea vs Man City
Chelsea welcome Manchester City to Stamford Bridge. Can the Citizens keep the pressure on in the title race?
Elsewhere Arsenal host Bournemouth,...
Why Barcelona want Julian Alvarez
After more than 20 years of waiting - Atletico Madrid have won at Camp Nou and it was Barca target Julian Alvarez who played a starring role!
So...
Has Kompany made Bayern the best in Europe?
Harry Kane’s 49th goal of the season helped Bayern Munich to victory in the Bernabeu.
Luis Diaz and Michael Olise played a starring support role...
Are FSG letting Liverpool drift?
After losing 4-0 at the Etihad, Liverpool’s season is at risk of unravelling.
With so much uncertainty surrounding the club's hierarchy, are FS...
The Preview: Man City vs Liverpool
This weekend see's FA Cup quarter-final action as squads return from the international break.
Manchester City host Liverpool in a mouthwatering...
Are Chelsea’s players losing faith in the project?
Marc Cucurella has lamented Chelsea’s decision to part ways with Enzo Maresca.
He joins Enzo Fernandez who earlier this month said he ‘did not u...
Italy and the World Cup: The curse continues
The 48-team line-up for the World Cup has now been determined, after a night of drama in the play-offs.
And for the third successive tournament,...
AFCON chaos: Will Senegal keep the trophy?
The fallout from the AFCON final in January continues to rumble on.
On Saturday - Senegal paraded the trophy in Paris …. despite having their ti...
Is De Zerbi the man to save Spurs?
Igor Tudor has left Tottenham Hotspur, after just one win from seven games in charge.
They’re now pursuing Roberto De Zerbi to replace him.