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England have booked a place in the European Championships semi-final which would make it Gareth Southgate's third in a major tournament. He also has a 100% penalty shoot-out win record, so why all the criticism? We also discuss whether goalkeepers should be banned from writing the penalty taker researcher on their bottles which as caused a stir - is it cheating or a wise advantage? And finally, it...

There's plenty of movement going on around Old Trafford both upstairs and downstairs, but this time it's the breaking news that Erik ten Hag has signed a new two-year contract with the club. This is despite Jim Ratcliffe pulling up his super yacht at the Monaco marina, lowering the draw-bridge to a besotted Thomas Tuchel... all for him to be send packing with no complementary goody bag. Is the con...

Cristiano Ronaldo is used to being the star of the show. But is his apparent need to be the centre of attention damaging Portugal's hopes at EURO 2024? We discuss on today's FSD, along with the latest Premier League news including Dan Ashworth finally swapping Newcastle for Man Utd, Douglas Luiz departing Aston Villa and Spurs paying a whopping £40m for a Championship teenager. Keep up to date wit...

Jude Bellingham scored an overhead kick to save Southgate's skin, and save England's EUROs. A special 95th minute equaliser from the Real Madrid midfielder was followed up by a Harry Kane goal to see the Three Lions progress to the quarter-finals by beating Slovakia, but my word it was another woeful display. Are England clinging on, or it just all falling in their favour? Keep up to date with us...

England have discovered that Slovakia will be their Round of 16 opponents at EURO 2024. But will Phil Foden be involved, and will the Three Lions underestimate their opponents? Plus we look at whether Portugal boss Roberto Martinez has a conundrum on his hands with Cristiano... Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spo...

The group stages are over for England, but the tournament is just getting started as the Three Lions topped their group despite a drab draw against Slovenia. The last 16 awaits and it could result in a showdown with The Netherlands, and even a quarter-final rematch with Italy. Despite all of that, the criticism doesn't seem to be going away, so is it justified or do the team deserve a hammering? A...

Scotland have been knocked out of EURO 2024, but did they really deserve to go through anyway? Steve Clarke's side were beaten by a late, late Hungary goal, but in all honesty England haven't exactly played much better. Despite the Three Lions progressing to the Last 16, they need a good performance against Slovenia tonight to avoid further criticism. Keep up to date with us on our socials here: T...

Two fresh appointments in Premier League dugouts for 2024/25 have been made this week, with ex-Forest gaffer Steve Cooper going in at newly-promoted Leicester, whilst Brighton have replaced Roberto De Zerbi with the exceptionally young Fabian Hurzeler, who is just 31! How will both fare in their new roles? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: ...

EURO 2024 enters the second round of group games and if we’re judging it based on quality of goals, then we may be in for an all-timer. But despite the likes of Belgium losing, Portugal scraping victory and France needing an own goal to defeat Austria, why are England fans still pessimistic about their team’s chances of glory? And Scotland could face elimination tonight as they look for redemption...

Premier League fixture release day is always something to get people looking forward to a fresh campaign. Ipswich start at home to big boys Liverpool whilst Chelsea take on Man City on opening day. Plus, we discuss Everton's potential new owners as Roma owner Dan Friedkin is looking to add to his portfolio with the Goodison Park club. But is it good or bad news for Evertonians? Keep up to date wit...

England got off to winning ways in their EURO 2024 opener against Serbia on Sunday night, but it wasn’t without criticism as they scraped to the 1-0 victory. Bellingham showed why he’s a Ballon d’Or contender, but fellow talent Phil Foden was also in the spotlight and there’s even calls for him to be dropped; but would that the right decision? And, as Scotland were thumped on the opening night by...

On today's podcast we lay down some predictions ahead of EURO 2024. Will England make it all the way or will they wilt in the group stages? Are France the clear favourites? Are Germany being underestimated? Will Ronaldo finish his international career with a trophy? We discuss it all on FSD, as well as getting stuck in to a EUROs quiz to get us in the mood for the tournament! Keep up to date with...

They say cats have nine lives, but Erik has Ten! Just when we all thought he was about to be given the boot after FA Cup final glory, the news has now broke that Jim Ratcliffe and co have decided to keep him on, despite numerous romantic dinner dates in Monaco with other managers. Have the club shown disrespect to Ten Hag during the process, or have they given in to fan sentiment and failed to mak...

England were beaten by European minnows Iceland at the weekend. Now where have we heard that before? Thankfully for 3 Lions fans, this time it was just a friendly, but the result has got some concerned for Southgate's side ahead of the EUROs. We also take a look at the latest Premier League transfer news with Armando Broja and Douglas Luiz amongst the talking points. Keep up to date with us here:...

Gareth Southgate has some big calls to make heading in to the EUROs. Will the England manager cut his squad by casting off some established Three Lions stars? Plus we ask whether ex-Forest manager Steve Cooper is the right man to replace new Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca at Leicester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester City are allegedly set to sue the Premier League over the changes to commercial rules, as well as what they claim as discrimination against Gulf-based ownership. It's another sticky situation, as is Lucas Paqueta's betting charge which is soon to be resolved. Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Teleg...

With time ticking down til the EUROs in Germany, is Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton going to make Gareth Southgate's squad? We dissect that notion on today's show as well as asking whether the Premier League has missed out on the generational Kylian Mbappe. Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Gr...

The biggest game in European football played out at Wembley Stadium on Saturday in the capital, and it was Jude Bellingham's side that came out on top for a record 15th time in their history. But on the losing side was Jadon Sancho for Borussia Dortmund - has the praise of the winger been overblown in recent weeks? And we look ahead to England's first EUROs friendly against Bosnia, and there's inj...

The annual Football Social Daily predictions show is back for another year! For any of you who aren't familiar, Niall, Joel, and Marley go through their predictions which were made back in August 2023 as they attempted to channel their inner Nostradamus and predict the entire 2023-24 table. And of course, there are some absolute SHOCKERS. Come and tell them how bad they did via the FSD socials bel...

It's that time of the year - dust off the suits you last wore at your mates wedding six years ago, find that bow tie, dig out your old dress, because it's time for the Football Social Daily End of Season Awards Show - and there's a LOT to go through! From Best Signing, Manager of the Year, Best Goal, Most Shocking Moment and Worst Take, grab the popcorn and join us! Keep up to date with us on our...

It was a weekend to remember one out of the three FSD team as Manchester United cruised to their 13th FA Cup victory after silencing their noisy neighbours, which also put Marley's Newcastle United out of the European places for next season, and Southampton also achieved promotion to the Premier League! Joel and Marley will go through all the parts of the drama that unfolded, along with tackling t...

Manchester United and Manchester City renew their FA Cup final rivalry a year on from City's win at Wembley on their way to a treble. Can United wrestle back bragging rights and end a miserable season with silverware - and will ten Hag stay in charge if they lose? Plus we look at the news that West Ham's Lucas Paqueta has been charged with betting breaches by the FA. Keep up to date with us here:...

It’s been the month of the manager as May as thrown up a managerial merry-go-round with many jumping off, but some surprising names jumping onto the biggest horse of them all. We go through reaction of Pochettino leaving Chelsea as we debate whether it was a tactful or stupid decision by the Blues board. We also look at arguably the most surprising move since Julian Faubert was signed by Real Madr...

The dust has far from settled following the end of the 2023-24 season, as Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi said his final farewells to the Seagulls fans on Sunday. But what is the REAL reason for him leaving? And we spare a thought for Harry Kane who could potentially be coached by Burnley manager Vincent Kompany, with Bayern reportedly eyeing up the Belgian as their next manager! Keep up to date wi...

Gameweek 38 has now come and gone, and the 2023-24 Premier League season how drawn to a close with Manchester City reigning supreme for a record fourth successive time, pipping Arsenal to the post on the final day. We’ll go through all the action which included yet another thriller at the Palace, a Manchester United victory and Wolves enduring yet another VAR decision against them! Keep up to date...