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The Athletic FC Podcast

The Athletic
Premier League
Arsenal
Manchester United
Manchester City
Tottenham Hotspur
World Cup
Liverpool
Champions League
Chelsea
Real Madrid
Aston Villa
Mohamed Salah
Crystal Palace
Mikel Arteta
Chelsea Football Club
FIFA
Barcelona
Thomas Frank
Xabi Alonso
Arsenal FC

The Athletic's flagship football podcast - hosted by Adam Leventhal and Emma Paton - will be with you six days a week during the World Cup, bringing unrivalled analysis and colour from every single host city. Featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Adam Crafton, Matt Slater and James Horncastle, the show will takes audience inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the bu... more

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Live in New York for the final time, Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic’s David Ornstein and Adam Crafton to reflect on Spain's deserved victory in a disappointing World Cup final against 10-man Argentina.

With a month to go until the start of... more

Adam Leventhal is live in New York City alongside James Horncastle and Adam Crafton as they preview the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina.

A little later, The Athletic’s Football Correspondent David Ornstein joins with all the details on h... more

The Athletic’s Adam Leventhal, Adam Crafton, and Paul Tenorio are live from NYC to debate how successful the expanded World Cup has been.

They will also look ahead to the spectacle of this week’s final, featuring a Super Bowl-style halftime show and... more

England’s World Cup dream is officially over. Live from New York City, Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic’s Adam Crafton and Reuben Pinder to break down a Messi-inspired semi-final exit at the hands of Argentina.

Did Thomas Tuchel’s tactics co... more

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Dan Sheldon
The Athletic journalist covering the story
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Tim Howard
Former USMNT goalkeeper
The Athletic
Episode: FIFA, Trump and Balogun: The scandal that shook the World Cup
Jerry Brewer
Athletic columnist
The Athletic
Episode: FIFA, Trump and Balogun: The scandal that shook the World Cup
Reuben Pinder
Athletic reporter (mentioned as on-site presence)
The Athletic
Episode: Was the USA's World Cup a success or failure?
Jack Lang
Football writer at The Athletic, reporting from Mexico City
The Athletic
Episode: How can England conquer the Azteca?
Henry Bushnell
Staff writer and on-site reporter
The Athletic
Episode: Can Kane keep saving England?
Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero
On-site reporter in Monterey
The Athletic
Episode: Which dark horse will go furthest at the World Cup?
Josh Kloke
Athletic reporter on Canada's knockout win and related stories
The Athletic
Episode: Which dark horse will go furthest at the World Cup?
Joshua Kloke
Canada correspondent for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Why are England struggling to convince?

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Ayo Akinwolere
Host of top-level football discussion, frequently guiding discussions with reporters from The Athletic.
Matt Davies-Adams
Presenter and conversational foil in studio discussions, with a focus on stats and narrative.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • Mediocre

    The Athletics podcast content is their great strength which makes this dross really surprising. This simplistic, dull and bland chit chat is suitable for children and people just getting into football. Nothing original or insightful here

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sam Limes
    United States15 days ago
  • Some good, some bad.

    The Athletic Podcast is generally pretty good. David Ornstein is always insight from the transfer front and there are some great contributors.

    The negatives. Some of the contributors like Sam Lee and Mark Critchley are truly dreadful and often little of interest. It’s often a roll of a dice on them. It’s also very Sky 6 focused.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Leeroy_10
    Canada20 days ago
  • Better than Guardian, it not much

    Basic reporting in high level insights are fine. Ornstein and a few others quite good.

    However the main crew are so hypocritical, inconsistent; their bias comes out.

    Unfortunately The Athletic succumbs to social pressure to have diverse voices based on immutable characteristics than on merit. Why else have that thick woman giving commentary?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SvenNYC
    United States21 days ago
  • Interesting and good to listen to

    Good content and footy stats however to many betting advert. Though I really like the hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Arsenal fan always and forever
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Lacks objectivity

    Political bias trumps common sense.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NYC person 123
    United Statesa month ago

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How do England stop Erling Haaland?
Q: Can France be stopped in a knockout?
While knockout football means anything can happen, the panel suggests France appear the most complete team, with threats across the pitch, though tactical adjustments by opponents could still cause issues.
Ornstein latest: Real Madrid sign Cucurella + Diomande lights up World Cup
Q: Just bring us up to speed then, David. Cucurella, obviously at the World Cup with Spain—what can you tell us about Real Madrid's move for him?
The deal came together extremely quickly, with Real Madrid making contact over a couple of days and agreeing a package worth about 60 million euros, including add-ons. Cucurella is seen as a veteran presence and a leadership figure who can help Madrid in the short term as they rebuild.
Who is winning the World Cup so far?
Q: Biggest disappointment?
Portugal is named as a disappointment in the quick-fire segment, indicating high expectations not yet fully realized.
Who is winning the World Cup so far?
Q: breakout star?
Cerys points to Saibari as a breakout candidate, with the hosts acknowledging others like Yamal as fresh impact players for their teams.
Who is winning the World Cup so far?
Q: Team of the tournament so far?
Cerys identifies England as a standout for their intensity and period of dominance, while Critchley also sees France in the conversation; the back-and-forth reflects the lack of a single definitive team at this stage.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Athletic FC Podcast

What is The Athletic FC Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

useful for potential listeners: a fast-paced football deep-dive show that blends international tournaments, club-level power struggles, and transfer headwinds with expert analysis from top reporters. Conversations often center on big-picture governance, market dynamics, and dressing-room and leadership issues, alongside tactical and managerial scrutiny of top clubs. Notable strengths include access to high-profile guests and a data-informed, opinionated panel tone, though pacing and sponsor interruptions are occasionally questioned by listeners. The mix typically favors European giants and global events, offering behind-the-scenes context that helps sponsors and potential guests gauge alignment with audiences seeking high-stakes football st... more

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1. Dan Sheldon
2. Tim Howard
3. Jerry Brewer
4. Reuben Pinder
5. Jack Lang
6. Henry Bushnell
7. Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero
8. Josh Kloke

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