Talking City - Manchester City podcast

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s crazy draw with Arsenal and dissect the game’s talking points - from refereeing decisions to red cards, poor defending and last minute equalisers. They discuss why Mikel Arteta was so flustered at full-time, and ask why the rivalry between City and Arsenal has become so personal - especially after Bernardo Silva took things to a new level. Finally, they...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s Champions League draw with Inter Milan and ask whether it was a point gained or two points dropped. With Inter looking so good against City, they look at how they managed to stop the Blues playing, and why some players look so tired all of a sudden. Next up is Arsenal, so attention turns to what we can expect from the Gunners - especially after their puz...

Joe Bray and Alex James discuss City’s hard-fought win over Brentford and look at why Pep Guardiola was so impressed with how the Bees played. They discuss Erling Haaland’s quest to make City history, and offer the latest City injury news on Phil Foden and Rodri ahead of two huge games this week vs Inter Milan and Arsenal. And it wouldn’t be a Talking City podcast without some talk of the Premier...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski are back to bemoan the coverage around Manchester City’s Premier League charges amid news that their trial will begin next week - and they explain why nothing has really changed. With the international break over, they talk about Kevin De Bruyne’s angry rant, Nathan Ake’s injury and Erling Haaland’s availability vs Brentford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski are back to discuss City’s controversial fixture farce that will see them play twice in three days this month thanks to a baffling UEFA decision. They reveal how City fans have been successful in their battle with the club to reverse parking charges for disabled fans - and then we’re asking YOU to have your say on all things City with our big City survey. Learn more ab...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s win at West Ham with another Erling Haaland and debate when he will reach 100 goals for the club. With Kevin De Bruyne issuing an update on his future, they delve into his brilliant start to the season, and wonder how interim England boss will use Rico Lewis during the international break. Also in the podcast, we cover the Champions League fixture list a...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s transfer dealings as the window closes on deadline day. They explain why City decided not to sign a replacement for Julian Alvarez and ask whether they needed another midfielder to support Rodri. Following the Champions League draw, we look at whether the new format will actually improve the competition like UEFA say, before exploring Pep Guardiola’s lat...

Simon Bajkowski and Tyrone Marshall discuss City’s shock move for Ilkay Gundogan, the benefits of a return for the midfielder and why it might make sense for all parties. They also preview Ipswich, discuss striker options and make an offer to Rodri he might not be able to refuse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part One - Bobb injury blow Bobb injury How can they replace him Do they need any new signings? Phillips to Ipswich reaction Part two Chelsea preview Does Rodri start? Who plays at right back? Savinho debut? Part three Season predictions - winner, top four, relegated, champions league, top scorer, surprise package Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Bray and Tyrone Marshall discuss City’s Premier League opener at Chelsea, and react to Oscar Bobb’s long-term injury on the eve of the new season. Will City return to the transfer market to cover his injury? And do they need any more signings before the deadline? The guys also make their season predictions and debate if anyone can stop City winning the double in May. Learn more about your ad c...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s Community Shield win over United and how new signing Savinho impressed, before talking about an update on the club’s Premier League charges and why Julian Alvarez left the Etihad in a record deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Simon Bajkowski is joined by United journalist Steven Railston as they preview this weekend's Community Shield between City and United! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s fine from the Premier League, whether Alvarez could leave and the latest on the pre-season tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyler Marshall and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s pre-season game against Milan, and the latest on Ederson’s rumoured exit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss the Cletic defeat, and whether Ederson could really leave City Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss whether Kevin De Bruyne and Ederson could leave for Saudi, and whether Savinho will join the squad on the pre-season tour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss whether Rodri could be crowned the world’s best player, changes to City’s coaching set up and potential transfers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gareth Jones, Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss how England’s latest struggles at Euro 2024 and whether Phil Foden might be dropped as a result of their comeback win over Slovakia. The panel consider whether Pep Guardiola could replace Gareth Southgate as England manager, dissect Kevin De Bruyne’s bad-tempered exit from the Euros, and then discuss transfers as City make a decision on what to do...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss how England can move on from their underwhelming Euro 2024 start by using Phil Foden in his right position, and look at the progress of City’s 14 players on international duty this summer. With the knockout stages starting to take shape, the prospect of some exciting meetings between City players comes into view. And with two players set for an early Euros exit...

Tyrone Marshall and Simon Bajkowski discuss the enduring puzzle of Kalvin Phillips after Gareth Southgate brought the Manchester City midfielder’s absence up as a reason for England’s struggling performances at Euro 2024. Despite his limited impact under Pep Guardiola, is there a case to be made that both City and England are missing the player Phillips was? There’s also talk of Phil Foden’s impro...

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski plot Manchester City’s latest Premier League title bid after the fixtures were released, discussing a tricky start, a nightmare run to start 2025, and a run-in that gives them an advantage over Liverpool and Arsenal. They also dissect Phil Foden’s quiet performance for England at Euro 2024, as well as Nathan Ake’s surprising game for the Netherlands. Learn more about y...

Joe Bray and Tyrone Marshall discuss Kevin De Bruyne’s revelation that he could move to Saudi Arabia this summer, the importance of Stefan Ortega’s new contract, and whether Joao Cancelo could be set for a sensational return to City. With Euro 2024 starting this weekend, they also make their predictions and preview England’s chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Tyrone Marshall and Simon Bajkowski discuss how Manchester City are shaping up ahead of a busy summer that will include a transfer window, their US tour and plenty of international commitments for their stars. There’s also a big decision for Jack Grealish this week after a difficult year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss Manchester City’s disappointing FA Cup final defeat, why it was important to parade the Premier League trophy around Manchester, and they look back over the season to decide their Player of the Year and other alternative awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Senior football writer Tyrone Marshall is joined by chief United writer Samuel Luckhurst and chief City writer Simon Bajowski to look ahead to Saturday’s FA Cup final Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices