It's All Kicking Off!

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' for our world famous Weekend Preview show. This episode really does have it all... from the ashes of eighteen dogs in Chris' house, to fingers being bitten off and everything in between. When the lads finally start talking about football, they kick off the FA Cup weekend by discussing Aston Villa's prospects against Cardiff, as their season reaches a crossro...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off! We start with good news, as it's a reutrn to the old guard today as Ian is back from his week away.  The lads start by discussing Liverpool's resurgence and Arsenal's struggles, analysing Mo Salah's crucial role in Liverpool's success, while Arsenal continue to struggle with their makeshift attack. The conversation also delves into the ongoing controversies s...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' for our Weekend Preview edition. Mike Keegan is once again stepping in for Ian Ladyman in this episode, as he and Chris preview a jam-packed weekend of football. We start by analysing Manchester City v Liverpool, with both sides stuttering in their respective midweek games. Could this clash provide some much-needed spark? They analyse the impact of David Moy...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' With Ian away, Chris is joined by Mail Sport's Mike Keegan. The pair kick us off by focusing on Tottenham's win over Manchester United amidst fan protests over the stewardship of Daniel Levy, as the lads question whether - with numerous players returning - Ange Postecoglou and Spurs could yet finish the season with their heads held high. Meanwhile we break d...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' for our Weekend Preview edition! In this episode, Ian and Chris start by breaking down one of the most incredible Merseyside Derbies in recent memory, analysing its implications for Liverpool, who are still licking their wounds from the perceived foul on Konate and Salah in the buildup to Tarkowski's equaliser. The conversation shifts to Arsenal's injury woe...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' After a blockbuster FA Cup weekend, Ian and Chris begin by breaking down Championship table-footers, Plymouth, and their shock win over Premier League leaders, Liverpool. Could this exit be a blessing in disguise for Arne Slot's men, or was he naive to play such a weakened team? The lads question whether Enzo Maresca has 'copped out' when he suggests his sid...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition. All eyes are on the FA Cup this weekend and Newcastle will be looking to provide another stellar performance versus Birmingham City, after dismantling Arsenal in the League Cup. Ian how they'll pick themselves back up after an emotional Wednesday night, but Chris reckons it won't cause them any problems. They discuss Covent...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' In this conversation, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton discuss the thrilling weekend of Premier League football. The pair debate Miles Lewis-Skelly's celebratory dig over Erling Haaland, Chris reckons that's what the Premier League is all about, whereas Ian suggests he should have more respect for an established, world class striker. We introduce a brand new fea...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition. After Aston Villa secured their path to the Champions League knockout stage, Ian and Chris discuss whether Arsenal's 11th hour bid for Ollie Watkins was unsavoury, and analyse the implications of strike partner, Jhon Duran's seemingly imminent move to Saudi Arabia. They question whether Arsenal's management have planned thi...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' It's a slightly different show this time around as, due to Chris' immense schedule, we recorded the episode on Sunday night. While the audio quality differs to usual (with our resident Premier League winner unable to bring his mic with him), the content and delivery remains as emphatic as ever. We begin by discussing Fulham vs Manchester United and the heroe...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition. In this episode, Ian and Chris discuss the recent performances of Celtic in the Champions League, Manchester City's struggles, and the implications of the new Champions League format. They delve into player loyalty, particularly focusing on Curtis Jones, and analyse Mikel Arteta's innovative (genius) training ground methods...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' We start by discussing the struggles at Tottenham with Mail Sport's man in the know at Hotspur Way, Matt Barlow. Tune in to find out whether Ange Postecoglou will be awarded more time in north London, and if he can expect to be backed financially in the transfer market. The lads praise Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest for their mightily impressive starts to...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition. The Premier League is into the second half of the season, and for some teams the New Year has brought new managers - for instance, Everton... sort of. David Moyes rolls back the years to take the reins once again at Everton, but is he the best manager they could've got? Maybe another new appointee, Graeme Potter at West Ham...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' In this episode, Ian and Chris discuss Tamworth's heroics in the FA Cup against Spurs, in a result that last year would seen them book a money-spinning replay at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. This time around, they lost in extra time. Elsewhere Man United continued their resurgence by knocking Arsenal out competition on penalties - but what was David Raya d...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition. It's FA Cup third round weekend across the country, with David vs Goliath clashes aplenty, and Ian is joined by guest co-host Nathan Salt to preview the best of the action. Accrington Stanley head to Anfield, Salford travel to Manchester City, Morecambe head to Chelsea, and Bromley go to Newcastle in some of the standout mi...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' In this episode, Ian and Chris discuss Manchester United's impressive showing against Liverpool - but the looming question remains: how can play so well away against your biggest rival, but lose calamitously to the likes of Bournemouth, Newcastle and Wolves. Is this a new beginning or another false dawn? They also take a trip around the weekends other talkin...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition. In this engaging conversation, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton reflect on their New Year's celebrations, discuss the impressive attendance at EFL matches, and delve into the dynamics of football management, focusing on how managers like Ange Postecoglou and Eddie Howe construct their backroom staff. They analyse Manchester Uni...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' Ian and Chris kick us off by discussing the nostalgic significance of May 1979, the current dominance of Liverpool under Arne Slot and the resurgence of Nottingham Forest. They also touch on Trent Alexander-Arnold's celebration versus West Ham, and offer some advice for the right back, with his future up in the air heading into January. They also touch on th...

Welcome to part two of the 'It's All Kicking Off!' Christmas special! Ian and Chris kick us off by focusing on Manchester United's struggles under Ruben Amorim, analysing the lack of progress they've made, whereas Wolves continued their resurgence under Vitor Perreira. The pair look at Erling Haaland's form, Manchester City's areas of concern and the lack of leaders Pep Guardiola has at his dispos...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' In this festive episode, Ian and Chris discuss the latest happenings in the Premier League, including Liverpool's impressive victory over Tottenham, the decline of Manchester City, and the impact of youth development in football. They're also joined by Producer Henry, for 'Producer Henry's Christmas Quiz of the Year' - let us know in the comments if you got...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for your Weekend Preview edition. In this episode, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton discuss various topics surrounding the Premier League, including Aston Villa's current season, Manchester City's struggles, Leicester City's management changes, and the impact of coaching changes at Wolves. They also delve into the state of English managers in the league, the p...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' This week, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by chatting about the managerial merry-go-round, as this weekend saw two more lose their jobs, with the lads explaining why they have more sympathy for Russell Martin than Gary O’Neil… There's praise for Ruben Amorim for dropping two of his star attackers for the Manchester Derby, as Chris questions whether any b...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' for our Weekend Preview edition. In this episode, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by discussing the current struggles of Manchester City, who are experiencing their worst run of form since 2006. The lads question why Pep Guardiola signed a new contract, despite claiming his role has made him exhausted. They preview the upcoming Manchester Derby, highlight...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!" In this conversation, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by discussung the current state of Chelsea and Tottenham in the Premier League, analysing Chelsea's potential as title contenders and Tottenham's struggles under 'stubborn' Ange Postecoglou. The discussion also touches on Manchester United's chaotic management and ticket pricing issues. They also touch...

Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for your Weekend Preview edition. Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by focusing on Chelsea's surprising title contention, as Enzo Maresca's much-changed side easily brushed aside a struggling Southampton. Will their immense depth prove the difference in the long run? The lads also break down Arsenal's effective set-piece strategy, another Mo Salah masterc...