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The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories from the world of football, told by the best journalists in the business. Cutting through the noise to tell you what’s really happening and why it matters.
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Inside Pochettino’s Chelsea exit
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 enough.
So, why did the Pochettino project fail, and who will Chelsea turn to next?
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Simon Johnson, Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Mike Stavrou & Jay Beale
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Can Man City's dominance be separated from their 115 charges?
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 is the whole debate overshadowed by the 115 charges they face for alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Man City writer Sam Lee, senior football writer Oli Kay and Manchester football writer Mark Critchley to discuss.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Sam Lee, Oli Kay and Mark Critchley
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Guy Clarke
Related articles:
Inside Manchester City’s history-making fourth Premier League title in a row - The Athletic
Manchester City’s wonderful team and the 115 charges – can the two be separated? - The Athletic
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Premier League last day and race for Europe
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 Bournemouth, Brentford vs Newcastle and Brighton vs Manchester United.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers and Jon Mackenzie
Producer: Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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What made Postecoglou so angry?
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 Athletic’s Tottenham writers Charlie Eccleshare & Jack Pitt-Brooke who are also on our Spurs pod View From The Lane..
Producer Guy Clarke
Executive Producer Adey Moorhead
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Can Glasner's resurgent Palace keep Olise and Eze?
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 Austrian coach has taken Palace to safety in style - but the big question is: can the club keep hold of their star players and their manager this summer?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Woosnam and Dominic Fifield
Producer: Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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Would Man United & Newcastle really want the Conference League?
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 season out of Europe allow both sides to regroup and build again?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Carl Anka and George Caulkin
Producer: Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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Customer Reviews
Interesting even for a casual fan
Big Fan of all things the Athletic.
Best football podcast
The level of detail and topics covered makes this a no nonsense serious football podcast. Like Ayo in the week as he gets straight to the point, but too much forced banter in the Weekend Preview episodes
Just such a bad host
The host is so basic. Inarticulate and sarcastic, not funny with no actual football knowledge. Great guests, awful host. Shame.