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The City Social | Esteemed Kompany

Esteemed Kompany
Manchester City
Manchester City Football Club
Rodri
Pep Guardiola
Enzo Maresca
Erling Haaland
Premier League
Enzo Fernandez
Maresca
Elliot Anderson
Ayyoub Bouaddi
Phil Foden
World Cup
Liverpool
Transfer Market
Arsenal
Real Madrid
Manchester United
Chelsea
Enzo Fernรกndez

Manchester City news, opinions and updates brought to you on The City Social by the Esteemed Kompany YouTube channel. A whole range of guests join Steven to talk all things Man City and football multiple times a week. Blues who have followed their team for years, journalists with expertise knowledge of the goings on around the club, entertaining content creators from varied backgrounds and many mo... more

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Latest Episodes

Manchester City have an embarrassment of riches in midfield, but can Enzo Maresca really accommodate Ayyoub Bouaddi, Rayan Cherki, Enzo Fernรกndez and Elliot Anderson in the same team? And more importantly, should he? After City's thrilling 4-2 defeat... more

Manchester City may have lost 4-2 to PSG, but there was plenty to be encouraged by, especially the performances of Ayyoub Bouaddi and Elliot Anderson. Is it time for Enzo Maresca to build his midfield around them?

I discuss Bouaddi's brilliance, Mar... more

Do Manchester City's wins still matter then? After a huge 3-0 win at Anfield, City fans are being told the three points are irrelevant amid the ongoing charges.

Dom Farrell joins Steven McInerney for The City Social, a podcast brought to you by the ... more

How do Manchester City beat Liverpool at Anfield? With seven wins from seven under Enzo Maresca, City head to Anfield looking to keep their perfect start going.

@Nobbins joins Steven McInerney for The City Social, a podcast brought to you by the E... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Monk
Guest on The City Social who attended the game and discusses football
Episode: Should Maresca fit Bouaddi, Cherki & Enzo into one team? | The City Social
Dom Farrell
Manchester City writer, journalist and city fan
City writer, journalist
Episode: So...do Man Cityโ€™s wins still matter then? | The City Social
Ahsan Naeem
Director of football at 9320
9320
Episode: โ€œMan City have kept the Premier League honestโ€ | The City Social
Noel Gallagher
Musician, former Oasis member
Partner in media appearances
Episode: The complicated reality of being a Man City fan right now | The City Social
Hugo Viana
Football executive and transfer specialist discussed as guest
Manchester City (discussed role)
Episode: Do we owe Hugo Viana an apology? | The City Social
Nicky Weaver
Former Manchester City goalkeeper
Manchester City
Episode: Has Maresca changed for Donnarumma? | Nicky Weaver on The City Social
Portnall Blutin
Guest on this episode, discussed City and Sunderland game
Episode: So... how GOOD are Man City actually? | The City Social
Andy Morrison
Former Manchester City captain, central defender
Manchester City
Episode: Have Man City found their new leaders? | Andy Morrison on The City Social
Adam Booker
Guest from The City Ramble
The City Ramble
Episode: Is this Haalandโ€™s Manchester City now? | The City Social

Host

Steven McInerney
Host of The City Social

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 323 ratings
  • Engagingly presented

    Great presenter but deviates from guest format too often.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Comida & Cocinaโ€™s!
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Love the pod

    Steven brings so much positivity and energy, could listen to the pod all day

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AZ4774
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Genuine and Authentic

    A authentic and genuine dive into Manchester City. These interviews are natural and give listeners different perspectives of City from all over the globe. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zepp9010
    United States2 months ago
  • Class

    Steven does it once again. Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Typads
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    I have been listening to City social Esteemed Kompany podcast for several weeks now I love the insightful analysis of the presenters. Theyโ€™re really passionate about City and I value their opinions are tuning in through the season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hogg boy
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise balanced opinions and clear reasoning with supporting facts.
The podcast is seen as essential listening for City enthusiasts and those seeking insider-type discussion.
Guests are described as high-quality and well-sourced.
Fans appreciate the show's in-depth Manchester City focus and engaging banter.

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#170
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#10
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Apple Podcasts
#95
Canada/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#70
Australia/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#73
Italy/News/Sports News
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#120
Germany/News/Sports News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Man Cityโ€™s charges: where does this leave us, City fans? | The City Social
Q: What would be a just outcome that allows fans to move on?
A credible verdict with clear consequences, plus public statements from the club outlining steps to prevent recurrence, would help restore belief and allow fans to focus back on football.
Man Cityโ€™s charges: where does this leave us, City fans? | The City Social
Q: Does this change how you feel about City going forward?
The hosts express that their core feeling remains to support City, but emphasize a demand for accountability and clarity about future direction regardless of the verdict.
Can Maresca escape Pep's shadow tactically? | The City Social
Q: What actually is Guardiola Football?
Jon explains that Guardiola Football is not a static blueprint but a relative, evolving approach that prioritizes ball possession, quick recovery of the ball, territorial control, and adaptation to the opponent and league context. He notes that while the core ideas remain, the exact implementation shifts over time with squad dynamics and competition.
Three new midfielders?! No new right-back? HUGE TRANSFER UPDATE! | The City Social
Q: How does Maresca's approach differ from Guardiola's in terms of wing play and attacking intent?
Maresca wants wingers to attack more directly with a clear go-to template; this should increase service to Haaland and make attacks more frequent and aggressive than under Guardiola's setup.
Three new midfielders?! No new right-back? HUGE TRANSFER UPDATE! | The City Social
Q: What's the access like and have you had a chance to chat with a few players during the tour?
The access has been unbelievably good, much better than during the Pep era, with extensive conversations about players' ambitions, last season reflections, and how Enzo's system will be implemented.

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Two hosts frequently dissect Manchester City topics with a focus on transfer strategy, managerial transitions, and academy development. Episodes balance tactical analysis, season previews, and transfer rumors, often featuring guests who bring insider perspectives from journalism, media, or football content creation. Noteworthy are deep dives into Rodri and Maresca-era shifts, realistic debates about signings and academy talent, and candid fan-style banter that keeps discussions lively and accessible for long-time supporters and curious newcomers alike.

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Recent guests on The City Social include:

1. Adam Monk
2. Dom Farrell
3. Ahsan Naeem
4. Noel Gallagher
5. Hugo Viana
6. Nicky Weaver
7. Portnall Blutin
8. Andy Morrison

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