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An action-packed Premier League weekend threw up plenty of talking points, but very few of those came in what has been described as the most boring Manchester Derby in years. Kevin de Bruyne's final Old Trafford test for City ended in a 0-0 bore draw with United, whilst Liverpool's defeat to Fulham - just their second of the season - couldn't be pounced on by Arsenal. Meanwhile, sorry Southampton...

The latest instalment of the Merseyside derby didn't fail to entertain as James Tarkowski escaped a red card before Diogo Jota settled proceedings with the only goal of the game to move the Reds closer to the Premier League title. Arsenal won on Tuesday night to momentarily pressure Arne Slot's side, but it wasn't enough to cause the Slot machine to malfunction. Elsewhere, a Sandro Tonali unintent...

Niall and Marley are back and so is the Premier League! Domestic action has been missed but there's midweek action as we look towards the run-in, with 10 games to go. Man City's chances at finishing in the top four have been dealt a blow by the news that Erling Haaland is out for up to seven weeks, keeping the Norwegian out until around the time of the FA Cup final. Across Manchester, there's been...

The FA Cup took centre stage this weekend as Aston Villa, Man City, Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest reached the final four. But would 'only' winning the pot be a bad season for Pep Guardiola? Elsewhere, another trophy is dividing fans as Newcastle's Carabao Cup win saw biblical scenes in the North East, with 300,000 people adorning the streets to celebrate the Toon's first domestic cup win in...

Niall and Marley are back curing your international break boredom with a discussion on referees and whether they get paid fairly for what they do. Plus, why does Wilfried Zaha constantly seem to have a chip on his shoulder? And with the winners of the club World Cup set to get £100m in prize money, the lads ask if the game is about to change to see a more global product? Keep up to date with our s...

It has been revealed that Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold will be swapping Merseyside for Madrid in the summer, and the decision has wound up many Reds! Is he abandoning legendary status at Anfield? Or is moving to the biggest club in the world, Real Madrid, the right move? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballs...

England's new manager began his tenure with straightforward wins over Albania and Latvia, with a host of new faces impressing along the way. However some problems remain, with square pegs being forced into round holes in Thomas Tuchel's lineups. Elsewhere, USA manager Mauricio Pochettino was pictured having a coffee with Daniel Levy, leading to speculation that he may one day return to Spurs for a...

The boys are back to grade the performances of the Premier League's bottom half, including the dreadful campaigns of the three promoted sides this term. Southampton could still end with a record low points tally, whilst Manchester United and Spurs have had shocking seasons. Niall and Marley grade each side out of 10 and choose their pick for player of the season for every club. Keep up to date wit...

As it's the international break, we thought we'd hand out a school report to every team in the Premier League's top half. From Liverpool's great campaign under Arne Slot to Manchester City's misery under Pep Guardiola, Niall and Marley grade each side out of 10 and choose their pick for player of the season too. Who will be teacher's pet and who will be class clown! Keep up to date with us on our...

History was made on Sunday night as Newcastle United ended almost 70 years of hurt as they won their first domestic trophy since 1955. The Geordies beat Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley to claim the Carabao Cup, two years after falling at the final hurdle to Man United. On today's episode, Marley is the last man standing with Niall and Joel in random corners of the world, meaning it's an all-NUFC podcast....

Aston Villa will face PSG in the Champions League quarter finals. Could they go all the way? Arsenal will take on Real Madrid, with the Spanish giants controversially making it through their tie thanks to a dodgy penalty call. Should the rules change after the confusion? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsociald...

Arne Slot's chances of winning a European-Domestic double in his first Liverpool season were dashed by PSG last night as the 6-time Champions League winners were knocked out in the last 16. Will this be a blow ahead of Sunday's Carabao Cup final at Wembley with Newcastle? Or will they use it as fuel to beat the Geordies under the arch? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://...

It has been a bonkers 24 hours for Manchester United fans. First a stark interview with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who shockingly revealed the club could have potentially gone bust had he not taken drastic cost-cutting measures. The billionaire also admitted keeping Erik ten Hag and bringing in Dan Ashworth were expensive mistakes, but not as expensive as the £2bn outlay a brand new replacement s...

There is always pressure in the Premier League, but has it all got a bit much for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta? The Gunners' gaffer stormed out of a post match interview after his side's 1-1 draw against Manchester United, which all but gifts Liverpool the title! Niall and Marley discuss Arteta's antics, Bruno Fernandes' free kick which caught out David Raya, and if the Gunners have the guts to go ag...

Liverpool earned a narrow victory in Europe last night as Harvey Elliot's late goal proved enough to see off PSG in the French capital, but it was the Reds goalkeeper who earned the plaudits. Alisson denied just about everyone in blue at the Parc Des Princes, giving Arne Slot's side something to defend in the second leg. Elsewhere, attention turns to Manchester United and Spurs in the Europa Leagu...

Mikel Arteta's Gunners finally found some form in front of goal as they put seven past PSV in the Champions League last night, leaving them firm favourites to go through to the quarter final stage. The last eight also looks likely for Aston Villa, who battled to a 3-1 win over Club Brugge in Belgium last night, thanks to super-sub Marco Asensio and an unbelievable goal line clearance from Tyrone M...

The last eight of the FA Cup has been decided after a dramatic weekend of fixtures which saw Man United and Ipswich eliminated on penalties and Newcastle knocked out thanks in part to Anthony Gordon's moment of madness. This week's Get in the Sea nominations mention the Newcastle man's actions as well as managers' tendencies to rotate their best goalkeeper. Niall and Marley also ask is it time the...

It is looking more and more likely that Liverpool will be Premier League champions in 2024-25, after challengers Arsenal dropped points again whilst Arne Slot's side beat Newcastle to maintain a healthy lead in the title race. It's also looking like Ipswich, Leicester and Southampton will be returning to the Championship. So where will us EPL fans get our excitement from for the rest of the season...

'Over my dead body' says Mikel Arteta as he was asked if Arsenal will give up in the Premier League title race. But the Gunners are now 11 points behind leaders Liverpool after losing to West Ham. Surely it's the scousers' to lose? Plus, Southampton's shocking season is thrown in the sea after an abject display against a buoyant Brighton. Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https...

Manchester City's Champions League hopes came to an end as a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick did the damage at the Bernabeu. The Frenchman took advantage of another lacklustre performance from the Premier League champions, as Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland remained unused substitutes. Meanwhile in the Premier League, Liverpool were held to a point at Villa Park in a superb game under the lights. Mo Sa...

After £750m of investment and years in the making, Everton's Bramley Moor Dock Stadium saw action for the first time this week, as the Toffees' under-18's played in front of 10,000 fans. Typically, it was a Liverpool fan who scored the first goal at the brand-spanking new site, as Wigan's teenagers ran out 2-1 winners. Will the first team fare better when they christen the pitch for the first time...

James Maddison answered his critics as he scored the only goal to ensure United's miserable run extended another week, while Ruben Amorim admitted the job is harder than he anticipated. Meanwhile, Ange Postecoglou showed no remorse for the injury situation at Old Trafford, saying he didn't get any sympathy cards when battling a crisis for two months. Elsewhere, Get in the Sea nominations focus on...

The last ever derby to be played at Goodison Park was one to remember, as the sides shared four goals and three red cards in a spicy affair. James Tarkowski hit a sensational volley in added time before Arne Slot, Curtis Jones and Abdoulaye Doucoure saw red in the aftermath. Elsewhere, Arsenal’s warm weather training trip to Dubai has dealt them a new blow, with Kai Havertz tearing a hamstring and...

Manchester City’s European hopes were dented as they surrendered the lead twice to lose 3-2 at home to Real Madrid. The Etihad crowd unveiled a tifo mocking Vinicius Jr’s Ballon d’Or snub, but did that inspire the Brazilian and his team mates? Elsewhere, Ange Postecoglou is a forlorn figure at Spurs, but does Daniel Levy stick with the Aussie or fire him after the club exited the Carabao and FA Cu...

Newcastle United saw off Arsenal to reach their second Carabao Cup final in three years last night, with Alexander Isak turning in another superb performance as the Geordies ran out 2-0 winners on Tyneside. But does the future for the Magpies lie away from St James' Park as plans for a new stadium gather pace? Attention turns to the second semi-final as Spurs aim to protect their 1-0 first leg lea...