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The Athletic FC Podcast

The Athletic
Premier League
Manchester United
Manchester City
Erik Ten Hag
Liverpool
Football
Ineos
Champions League
Chelsea
Erling Haaland
Real Madrid
Bundesliga
Xabi Alonso
Bayern Munich
West Ham United
Marcus Rashford
FA Cup
Scott Mctominay
Aston Villa
Rasmus Hoyland

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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Latest Episodes

The Michael Carrick era at Old Trafford started with a win.

Carrick himself labelling it “a dream start” after beating Manchester City 2-0 in the Manchester derby.

So, are Manchester United back already?!

Plus we hear what difference Marc Guehi's ... more

Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the Manchester derby.

Michael Carrick will take charge of his first game back at Manchester United as interim manager while the Manchester City will look to get back to wi... more

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The AFCON 2025 final line-up is set: 2021 winners Senegal v hosts Morocco

But what does defeat in the last four mean for both Nigeria and Mohamed Salah’s Egypt?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Jay Harris and Simon Hughes

Executive Producer: Adey Moorh... more

Tottenham are out of both domestic cups and are struggling in the league.

So how much longer does Thomas Frank have to turn the ship around?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Guests: Danny Kelly & Jack Pitt-Brooke

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producers: ... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Smethurst
Owner of Macclesfield Town, a club recently returned to prominence after being liquidated.
Macclesfield Town
Episode: Why is there so much uncertainty at Palace?
Andy Jones
The Athletic's Liverpool correspondent
The Athletic
Episode: Premier League Review: Arsenal miss chance to extend lead
Jürgen Klopp
Former Liverpool manager
Liverpool FC
Episode: Klopp, Gundogan & Grimsby's chuffed chairman: Our guests of the season so far
Ilkay Gündogan
Professional footballer
FC Barcelona
Episode: Klopp, Gundogan & Grimsby's chuffed chairman: Our guests of the season so far
David Cogan
Head of the independent football regulator
Episode: Klopp, Gundogan & Grimsby's chuffed chairman: Our guests of the season so far
Liam Racinha
Head coach of Strasbourg
Strasbourg
Episode: Klopp, Gundogan & Grimsby's chuffed chairman: Our guests of the season so far
Jason Stockwood
Chairman of Grimsby Town FC
Grimsby Town FC
Episode: Klopp, Gundogan & Grimsby's chuffed chairman: Our guests of the season so far
Jesse Marsch
American soccer coach, currently leading Canada as head coach for the 2026 World Cup
Canadian National Soccer Team
Episode: The Athletic meets... Jesse Marsch
Leon Osman
Former Everton midfielder and club legend
Everton
Episode: Are Everton ready to kick on under their US owners?

Hosts

Matt Davies-Adams
Presenter
Ayo Akinwolere
Host of The Athletic FC Podcast

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • FIFA WC pricing

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oooykiw
    United Statesa month ago
  • “Big 6” focused

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Phil.H86
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The Athletics Sky 6 Podcast

    The same clubs over and over again. How are they not bored of talking about the same few clubs every week?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Toadfooty
    United States2 months ago
  • Change sponsor

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Change sponsor
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • 3pm back out

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hamwick (Wessex)
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners express annoyance at the focus on certain clubs, especially Liverpool.
Hosts tend to engage in lively debates, drawing mixed opinions among fans.
Overall high quality journalism, but wishes for broader coverage of other leagues.
Solid football insights from knowledgeable hosts.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis of Premier League teams.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#188
United States/Sports
Spotify
#133
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#18
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#213
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#27
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#171
Canada/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How long can Frank survive at Spurs?
Q: What do you think is the biggest challenge facing Thomas Frank at Spurs?
The mood inside the stadium is a crucial challenge, as fan discontent could put more pressure on the board.
How will Rosenior handle the Chelsea chaos?
Q: Was anyone else in for the job? Who else were Chelsea talking to?
Chelsea had a list of potential candidates, but Rosenior was often seen as the leading contender due to his familiarity with the club.
How will Rosenior handle the Chelsea chaos?
Q: Do you think Rosenior, from what you've seen at Strasbourg, has what it takes to deal with that level of scrutiny?
His ability to communicate effectively will be beneficial, although the heightened scrutiny at Chelsea poses a unique challenge.
Why Man United sacked Amorim
Q: Is he a head coach or is he a manager?
This was clearly something that he had prepared if he was going to be asked about his reaction.
Why Man United sacked Amorim
Q: Are there any complaints that he was sacked?
If you look at it in its entirety, the performances and results have been really poor.

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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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Recent guests on The Athletic FC Podcast include:

1. Rob Smethurst
2. Andy Jones
3. Jürgen Klopp
4. Ilkay Gündogan
5. David Cogan
6. Liam Racinha
7. Jason Stockwood
8. Jesse Marsch

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