Futbol in Five

The second round of the 2024-25 FA Cup may not have produced as many giant killings as Round 1, but Round 2 has set us up very nicely for the Third Round draw and the arrival of the Premier League and Championship sides. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Matchday 13 in the 2024-25 Premier League sees a titanic clash between the top two in the table so far this season - Liverpool v Manchester City. Who will come out on top? And which other big games are on this weekend? Here's our full preview. Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Aston Villa and Juventus drew 0-0 at Villa Park on Wednesday night in the UEFA Champions League, but Villa had the ball in the net late on. Should the goal have stood? We take a look and analyse the incident. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

More evidence against Referee David Coote has emerged last night and this is arguably the worst of the lot so far for his career. Here's why he can't referee football ever again. Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Steve Cooper was sacked by Leicester City after their home defeat against Chelsea in the Premier League this weekend, but why was the Welshman let go of and who will take over the Foxes hot seat next? Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Mohamed Salah revealed after Liverpool's 3-2 victory at the weekend against Southampton in the Premier League that The Reds haven't offered him a new contract, also syaing that he's currently "more out than in". Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Ruben Amorim faces a tough test in his first match in charge of Manchester United in the Premier League's Gameweek 12, but which other games are we looking forward to most this weekend? Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Pep Guardiola has extended his Manchester City contract until at least the end of the 2026 season, but what does this mean for the club and the rest of the Premier League? Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

San Marino were once ranked as the worst national football team in the world, but they've managed to not only get their first-ever away victory, but also seal promotion in the Nations League. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Tottenham Hotspur Midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur has been punished for his racist comments whilst on international duty with Uruguay. Find out what his punishment is and why it's a fair ban. Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Olympique Lyonnais have been provisionally relegated to the French second tier of football, an announcement that shocked the footballing world this weekend. Here's why one of France's biggest clubs is in serious trouble. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

England travelled to Greece to try and wrestle back control in their Nations League group. The Three Lions knew that they'd have to win to get promoted automatically, but could they manage it against a Greek side that humbled them at Wembley in October? Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.subst...

David Coote has now been suspended by both the Premier League and UEFA after another video of him emerged online, this time allegedly taking an illegal substance during UEFA Euro 2024. Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Liverpool's win against Aston Villa at the weekend has meant that the Reds are top of the Premier League table by five points heading into the International Break. The Merseysiders are also top of the UEFA Champions League in what's been an excellent start to life at Anfield for Arne Slot. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbo...

Gary Lineker will step down from his role as the main presenter of the BBC’s flagship football highlights show, Match of the Day at the end of the 2024-25 season. We’ve got the full story and who is likely to replace Lineker as host on MOTD. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subs...

Some sections of the Tottenham Hotspur faithful are calling for Ange Postecoglou to be sacked after Sprus' humiliating home defeat against Ipswich at the weekend. However, we think he needs to stay on as manager, and here's why. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Chelsea faced Arsenal at Stamford Bridge for a London Derby in the Premier League. The Gunners were going all guns blazing to get back winning ways, but the home side have proven to be formidable opponents this season. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Arsenal face a London derby against bitter rivals Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, a venue that could see their title bid end if they lose again. Manchester City and Liverpool also face difficult games against sides vying for a European place. Here's our full Premier League Matchday 11 Preview. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbo...

Aston Villa lost for the first time in the UEFA Champions League last night thanks to a controversial penalty given for a handball involving Tyrone Mings. Here's why the penalty was given and whether it was the correct decision from VAR. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscrib...

Former Brazilian International Footballer Sandro has come out of retirement to play for seventh-tier English football side Harborough Town in one of the most surprising signings of all-time. Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

The FA Cup First Round Proper got underway this week and there were some huge shocks as semi-professional sides from tiers five and below knocked out League 1 and League 2 opposition. Find out who's into the Round 2 hat right here! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

Nottingham Forest have made an incredible start to their Premier League campaign, currently sitting up in third place in the table, but can they keep their form going? We take a look at why the Tricky Trees have been so tough to play against and whether they can return to Europe. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substa...

Greek football club Panathinaikos have made a touching tribute to their former player George Baldock after the Greek international tragically passed away. There have also been heartfelt tribute paid by his former clubs in England as well. Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

After Erik ten Hag's sacking earlier this week, the hot favourite to take over the management role at Manchester United is Ruben Amorim, but who is he and will he be a success at Old Trafford? Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substack.com/subscribe

The winners of the 2024 Ballon d'Or awards have been officially announced in Paris, France last night. Manchester City's Rodri took home the titular award, but which other players and managers walked away with awards of their own? Here's the full list! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/prigida/moonshine Get full access to Futbol’s Substack at futbolchronicle.substa...