The Athletic FC Podcast

The Future of Football: The World Cup

<p>Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Raphael Honigstein and Ed Malyon to look at the future of the mother of all football tournaments - the FIFA World Cup. Will Qatar hosting in winter and the expansion to 48 teams in 2026 ruin the World Cup as we know and love it? With yet more allegations of corruption surfacing can we really take the tournament seriously anymore? Or will the World Cup continue to unite people and nations despite the controversy and critics?</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Revealed and explained: the ‘terrible’ state of Premier League clubs’ finances

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Liverpool owners U-turn & exclusive insight on Premier League player meeting

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The Future of Football: Broadcasting and the multi-billion pound bubble

<p>Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein, Matt Slater and Ed Malyon for a look at how broadcasters and the billions they pour into the game will emerge from this period of uncertainty, how reliant the clubs are upon them, whether the Premier League are ready to innovate to safeguard their future by going direct to consumers, and how all of the above may effect our community clubs lower down the pyramid</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Inside Liverpool's academy, Bielsa contract, & Steven Reid on Gilmour

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The Future of Football: The Premier League's Big Six

<p>In a brand new show brought to you by The Athletic Mark Chapman is joined by David Ornstein, George Caulkin and Ed Malyon to discuss the current state of football, debate some of the biggest issues affecting our favourite sport, and hopefully work out how it could be improved upon its return.</p><p>We start with the Premier League, and in particular the so-called big six.  Has the league created a powerbase that enables them to totally dominate? Nearly two thirds of the teams are now left to battle it out to avoid the drop and the subsequent financial oblivion, so what can be done to make the league more competitive and equal?</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Players face wage deferrals & the sorry tale of Ronaldinho

The Athletic's Mark Chapman, David Ornstein &amp; Matt Slater discuss the latest detail they have from inside the game in reaction to the coronavirus pandemic.Hear how players now broadly accept the idea of playing behind closed doors and understand the role they can play in the community. David also reveals that many players are open to wage deferrals whilst players lower down the pyramid are being supported by the PFA.Meanwhile, The Athletic's Jack Lang tells the tragic story of Ronaldinho, the Brazilian legend who spent his 40th birthday in jail.<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Pogba new contract possible & why Euro 2020 will move

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Could Liverpool clinch the title in an empty stadium?

The Athletic's David Ornstein, Mark Chapman &amp; Matt Slater discuss how the Coronavirus could effect football clubs at all levels, from Liverpool lifting the Premier League trophy in an empty stadium to the possibility of lower league clubs folding and the Italian league being cancelled all together. The Athletic's Tim Spiers adds to David's story on Wolves’ pursuit of a new sporting director and how they seem to have got things so right at Molineux. Meanwhile, Matt details how Birmingham City have got things badly wrong. Plus David has news on an international call up for Chelsea’s young starlet Billy Gilmour and the future of Ainsley Maitland-Niles at Arsenal. <p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Why Haaland turned down United & bonus for Aubameyang & Arsenal stars

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Damien Comolli on why he signed Jordan Henderson, his regret over Suarez racism case & why Daniel Levy deserves a statue at Spurs

<p>In an exclusive interview the former Liverpool &amp; Tottenham Sporting Director Damien Comolli speaks to The Athletic's David Ornstein and they cover:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Why he signed Jordan Henderson and how the signing played a part in him eventually being sacked</li><li>His regret at how he and Liverpool handled the Suarez racism case</li><li>Why Spurs should erect a statue of Daniel Levy</li><li>What Mourinho needs to do to avoid it all ending in tears at Spurs</li><li>What it was like inside Liverpool on the day they sold Torres and signed Carroll &amp; Suarez</li><li>Why Man Utd need a sporting director and an improved football structure</li><li>Why Arsenal got it wrong hiring Emery and the challenges that Arteta faces going forward</li><li>Why he thinks Man City are in trouble and could be facing a player exodus if the Champions League ban is upheld</li><li>Plus he lifts the lid on his recent time at Fenerbahce in Turkey and why he had to leave the club</li></ul> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

England watch Dortmund starlet, Guendouzi trouble & VAR apology

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Man City's war with UEFA & Premier League 'Netflix' to launch

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Exclusive: Interview with PFA CEO Gordon Taylor

In an exclusive interview, Mark Chapman and The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein speak to the CEO of the Professional Footballers' Association Gordon Taylor about a range of issues affecting the game, the professional players he represents and the organisation he leads.Topics discussed included; his salary, the winter break, the plight of clubs such as Bury &amp; Bolton, dementia and head injuries, recent incidents of racism towards players and how long he intends to stay in his job. Subscribe to The Athletic for ad-free podcasts and get a 40% discount theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Exclusive: Danny Ings On England & Chris Hughton On Management

Mark Chapman and The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein sit down with Chris Hughton to discuss how the role of a top level manager has evolved, recent job offers, his surprise with how it ended at Brighton and what a manager does when out of work.In an exclusive, David speaks to the Premier League's hottest striker - Danny Ings - about his chances of playing for England at Euro 2020. Subscribe to The Athletic for ad-free podcasts and get a 40% discount theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

How did Ighalo end up at Utd, who's impressing Arteta, and is there transfer tension at Palace?

<p>The Athletic's David Ornstein gives Mark Chapman the inside track on how Manchester United went from flirting with Josh King only to end up with Odion Ighalo on deadline day. There is also an update from inside Arsenal including detail on what Arteta is doing to unite the squad, the players that have made the best impression on their new boss so far, and some insight into their evolving relationships with 'super agents'.</p><p> </p><p>We're also joined by The Athletic's Dominic Fifield for an in-depth look at Crystal Palace and their frustrating transfer window which included a deadline day dalliance with Jarrod Bowen and an ill-fated pursuit of West Brom's Nathan Ferguson.</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - The Window is CLOSED!

Adam Leventhal wraps up all the big headlines from one of the most eventful and surprising Deadline Day's in recent memory. To catch up with all of today's Deadline Day hourly podcast updates, featuring in-depth discussions about Manchester United, Newcastle, Tottenham and more; use the promo code 'transferpod' for a 40% discount and subscribe to The Athletic.<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - What to expect on Deadline Day

It's Deadline Day and Adam Leventhal checks in with David Ornstein to find out exactly which clubs he'll be keeping a close eye on...Remember, all-day from 9AM up until the close of the window, Athletic subscribers will receive an HOURLY podcast update from Adam and our network of reporters across the UK and beyond!You can still subscribe to The Athletic for a 40% discount by using the promo code 'transferpod' <p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Thursday 30th January

<p>1. Liverpool transfers that never happened - 1:52</p><p>2. How much is Richarlison worth? - 6:50</p><p>3. Wolves latest - 9:20</p><p>4. Can Bruno stand the heat? - 10:25</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Wednesday 29th January

<p>1. Bruno Fernandes breakthrough - 00:01</p><p>2. Ed Woodward &amp; protests - 6:40</p><p>3. Pablo Mari - 9:50</p><p>4. Steven Bergwijn - 14:30</p><p>5. Takeover at St James Park? - 15:40</p><p>6. In Other News - 20:10</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Tuesday 28th January

Jacqui Oatley is joined by The Athletic's Norwich writer Michael Bailey and West Brom writer Steve Madeley, to discuss how two clubs, separated by only one place in the football league pyramid, have approached the January transfer window... Plus updates on Giovani Lo Celso at Spurs, Fernandinho's future at Manchester City and movement at West Ham.<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Leeds Hold Off Man United To Signing & Newcastle Takeover Update

The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein exclusively reveals to Mark Chapman how Manchester United's enquiry to sign Kévin Augustin was too late and not strong enough to see off Leeds United's bid for the player. There is also an update on United's pursuit of Bruno Fernandes and other targets. A new name is linked to the proposed takeover at Newcastle and The Athletic's Liam Twomey joins the podcast to outline how Roman Abramovich continues to have the final say at Chelsea and why he is likely to remain in place as the club's owner.In the final week of the January window, David provides updates on possible transfers involving Arsenal, West Ham and Tottenham. <p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Monday 27th January

<p>1. Edinson Cavani - 00:01</p><p>2. Where does the blame lie? - 5:20</p><p>3. Fallen Angel Gomes - 8:40</p><p>4. Bruno Fernandes update - 12:30</p><p>5. Raul Jimenez? - 17:00</p><p>6. Pablo Mari - 19:50</p><p>7. Eriksen out Bergwijn in? - 21:50</p><p>8. Daniel Sturridge - 23:25</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Friday 24th January

Can players ever get their dream move just by being nice?... Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's senior writers Stuart James and Dominic Fifield to shed some light on the lengths players/agents will go to engineer moves away in the transfer window... Robbie Savage downing tools, Arsene Wenger's change of heart and more... Plus, will Liverpool be forced into the market by Sadio Mane's injury, have Leeds finally found a striker and The Athletic's Kieran Theivam reflects on deadline day in the Women's Super League yesterday.<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Thursday 23rd January

Adam Leventhal quizzes The Athletic's Leicester writer Rob Tanner on the club's plans for life after Jamie Vardy! Find out how their recruitment has changed since that fairytale title-winning season and if the Foxes are prepared for a summer of interest in breakthrough stars like James Maddison and Wilfred N'Didi... Plus, could Dimitri Payet really be on his way back to West Ham, is Danny Rose leaving Spurs this month AND David Ornstein on Arsenal!<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Wednesday 22nd January

<p><strong>1. A Sterling saga soon?</strong> - 00:01</p><p><strong>2. Leroy Sane and Bayern Munich</strong> - 4:00</p><p><strong>3. Why does it take so long?!</strong> - 6:00 </p><p><strong>4. In other transfer news</strong> - 12:00</p><p><strong>5. Classic transfer sagas</strong> - 16:15</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Tuesday 21st January

<p><strong>1. Wacky contract clauses - </strong>00:01</p><p><strong>2. Life after Zaha? - </strong>14:10</p><p><strong>3. In other news</strong> <strong>- </strong>17:40</p><p><strong>4. Chris Wilder still rides the bus - </strong>20:33</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Exclusive: Man United Target Striker & What Has Changed at West Ham?

The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein sits down with Mark Chapman and reveals the striker Manchester United are keen to sign this window. The Athletic's Sam Lee &amp; Roshane Thomas join the podcast to discuss John Stones' future at City and examine what ten years under the stewardship of David Sullivan and David Gold has brought to West Ham United. There is also background on Arsenal's pursuit of PSG defender Layvin Kurzawa.<p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Monday 20th January

<p><strong>1. Daniel &amp; Jose</strong> - 00:01</p><p><strong>2. Fernandes to City? </strong>- 13:10</p><p><strong>3. Striker search </strong>-<strong> </strong>14:00</p><p><strong>4. Phil Hay on Leeds</strong> - 14:30</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Friday 17th January

<p><strong>1. Derby &amp; Rooney</strong><br>1:20 -</p><p><strong>2. 'In Other News'</strong><br>12:00 -</p><p><strong>3. The WSL Transfer window</strong><br>14:20 -</p><p><strong>4. Ashley Young and Bruno Fernandes</strong><br>19:00 -</p> <p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>