
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 happening - and why it matters.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1288 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

Arsenal host Chelsea in their second London derby in the space of a week.
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Despite being 10 points clear in Serie A, Inter have been knocked out the Champions League by Bodo/Glimt.
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The Michael Carrick era at Manchester United has got off to a flying start.
So how has he done it?
And what would it take for him to get the job permanently?
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Great content love the pod
As a Brentford supporter, I would love a pod about Brentford. People thought that they were going down but instead they are fifth I always look at what podcast I have for the night and it’s always a big club so it would be great if we got one about a smaller underdog team like Brentford.
An excellent dissection of the issues and, seeming, conflicts of interest present with the current FIFA WC. Certainly felt the frustration towards the fan groups
This podcast has some very likable guests. It’s not up there with my go to Podcasts however because it dedicate so much time to the traditional big six teams which I feel diminishes it’s credibility and listenability
The same clubs over and over again. How are they not bored of talking about the same few clubs every week?
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The content primarily revolves around in-depth discussions of football, focusing on major events, managerial changes, and team performances within leagues such as the Premier League and European competitions. Episodes often feature tactical analyses, political remarks on player management, and significant societal issues like racism in football, illustrated through specific matches or player experiences. Noteworthy discussions highlight the ongoing fluidity in team strategies and player responses to external pressures, making it a vital resource for passionate football followers seeking to understand the intricate dynamics behind the sport.
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