
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 | 1240 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

Today we bring you an exclusive interview with Canada head coach, Jesse Marsch. Speaking to writers from The Athletic in New York, including Adam Crafton and David Ornstein, Marsch sets out his ambitions for Canada, why getting out of the group isn’t... more
We’re nearly halfway through the season and already it’s been one to remember.
From Liverpool’s record-breaking transfer window, Forest’s own-personal managerial merry go round and the departure of Daniel Levy.
Join us on a trip down memory lane. more
The Premier League presented a Christmas cracker of a weekend of football.
From Morgan Rogers’ magic in Aston Villa’s win over Manchester United, to Spurs’ red cards in their defeat to Liverpool.
And… after Wolves lost once again - are they the wor... more
A year ago on Friday, Everton's takeover was complete.
Since then the club has been rejuvenated.
So how far can they go under the David Moyes and The Friedkin Group?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Patrick Boyland, Greg O'Keeffe and Leon Osman
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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?
Enjoy the pod & the content. Love Ayo. Hate the tie-up with the gambling company. Find a sponsor that doesn’t ruin lives. Feels odd in this day & age.
Matt / Adam. Come on! Ditching the blackout for just 3/4/5 of the dullest PL matches Burnley v Wolves etc. Is that really worth even the smallest effect on the rest of UK football? That is such a PL / sofa fan lens. Not ‘fair’ to local market? come on! protect the whole football eco system and those who play and attend, without whom there’s nothing to watch
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This football-focused podcast offers in-depth discussions on Premier League happenings, including match previews, player performances, and transfer news, driven by knowledgeable hosts and guests from the world of sports journalism. The show stands out by delivering insightful commentary on current issues in football, engaging with unique perspectives on player strategies, club dynamics, and managerial changes while addressing the broader implications of these events within the sport.
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