The Daily Football Briefing

Manchester coup as City CEO leaves… for United. David Ornstein broke the news of Manchester United’s new CEO appointment. Injured Salah is heading back to Liverpool. VAR controversy in Spain. Guillermo Rai explains why Almeria think Real Madrid “stole” 3 points. And Newcastle dig in over in-demand duo. Chris Waugh has the latest on bids for Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson. Host: Michael Bailey P...

Salah limps off at AFCON. Simon Hughes was there with the details. Gerrard signs on for more Saudi. David Ornstein broke the news, and what the extension means for the Saudi Pro League. And Toney's ready to play again. Jay Harris has the story on what Ivan Toney was doing during his ban and what to expect in his return. Host: Abi Paterson Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Ben Green Hos...

Jordan Henderson set for Ajax switch and Armando Broja could leave Chelsea. David Ornstein clarifies the truth around the latest January transfer rumours. Simon Hughes previews the big AFCON clash between hosts Ivory Coast and Nigeria. Plus we run through all the score lines you need to know from Wednesday night. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: I...

Jose Mourinho’s Roma exit. James Horncastle explains why it all went wrong. Joelinton’s Newcastle blow. Chris Waugh talks about potential transfer replacements. And Sarina Wiegman’s new deal. Charlotte Harpur on what this means for the future of the Lionesses. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Nottingham Forest and Everton react to breaching Premier League sustainability rules. Matt Slater on the fallout. Could Chelsea really tempt Karim Benzema to the Premier League? David Ornstein has the latest info. There were winning starts for Son and Mane, as they bid for international glory, and some familiar names walking away as FIFA’s Best. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Abi Paterson and Mike...

A new era edges closer at Manchester United. Laurie Whitwell was at Old Trafford for Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s first time in attendance since striking a deal. Why were Barcelona so bad in El Clasico? Dermot Corrigan on what’s wrong in the Catalan capital. And FFP trouble for Everton and Forest. David Ornstein explains the recent financial breaches. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Pr...

How has Eric Dier ended up at Bayern Munich? Seb Stafford-Bloor explains why Dier is headed to the German champions. Barcelona set up El Clasico by winning in the Supercopa. Laia Cervello recaps Barca’s 2-0 win against Osasuna. Who could be the “next Thiago Silva” at Chelsea? Liam Twomey thinks there’s a rising young star. And can Jadon Sancho resurrect his career back in Germany? Mark Critchley o...

Liverpool leave it late in the Carabao Cup. James Pearce was at Anfield to see Jurgen Klopp's subs change the tie against Fulham. Who is Spurs’ latest signing? James Horncastle tells all about Romanian defender Radu Dragusin. Can Barca meet Real Madrid in the Supercopa final - and could one of their top talents leave this month? Dermot Corrigan has the details. Host: Michael Bailey Producer: Mike...

Chelsea are shocked by Boro in the Carabao Cup. Simon Johnson was at the Riverside to watch the shock unfold. No Trent for Liverpool tonight against Fulham. James Pearce brings the details on TAA's injury. And we have the latest transfer news - including Werner’s return to London. Seb Stafford Bloor explains why Timo chose Tottenham. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson...

Manchester United make the FA Cup 4th round draw with win over Wigan. Laurie Whitwell was on hand to watch, as was Sir Dave Brailsford once more. Pochettino explains Chelsea’s transfer plans. Simon Johnson tells us what to expect from the Blues this month. As a Liverpool prospect goes on loan. James Pearce has the details on Fabio Carvalho's move to Hull. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmer...

Is Jordan Henderson coming home? James Pearce has the latest on a potential Liverpool return for the former captain. Will Timo Werner redeem himself in England? Seb Stafford-Bloor looks at how Werner will fit in at Spurs. And have Arsenal got a problem? James McNicholas dives into the goal scoring issues for the Gunners. Host: Iain Macintosh Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macin...

The European Super League is back on the agenda. Phil Buckingham on why Real Madrid and Barcelona got the ruling they wanted. Is a new striker on the way to Chelsea in January? David Ornstein has the January transfer plans of the Premier League’s top teams. And who will make the difference for Arsenal at Liverpool? Art de Roche tells us the X-factor for the Gunners. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer:...

Adam Leventhal hears from The Athletic's Phil Buckingham about the news that FIFA and UEFA's rules blocking a potential European Super League have been ruled to be unlawful. So, is the Super League back from the dead? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Liverpool ready for a title battle? After their 5-1 win over West Ham in the Carabao Cup, James Pearce looks ahead to the top of the table clash with Arsenal at the weekend. Is Harry Kane making the Bundesliga look weak? Seb Stafford Bloor watched the Englishman score his 25th goal of the season in 22 games. Plus Charlotte Harpur brings us up to speed in another dramatic night in the Women's C...

Newcastle trip up in the Cup. George Caulkin watched the Magpies exit another competition within the week. As Chelsea soldier on into the semi finals. Simon Johnson looks back on a successful night at Stamford Bridge. Steve Cooper becomes the second manager sacked in the Premier League this season, Paul Taylor considers his legacy and what his likely successor, Nuno Espirito Santo, might bring to...

Why Real Sociedad - PSG is the must-watch CL tie. Duncan Alexander reacts to the Champions draw and explains why you need to start caring about the word "coefficient". Is Pochettino still in favour at Chelsea? Simon Johnson runs the rule over the Blues ahead of their Carabao Cup quarter final against Newcastle. Chris Waugh also joins to preview the tie from the Magpies' perspective. Host: Michael...

Arsenal go top as Liverpool and Manchester United grind out a dull goalless draw. James Pearce and Laurie Whitwell were at Anfield. Barcelona fail to win again. How bad could this get? Dermot Corrigan reveals how much support Xavi has. And how much fun in the Bundesliga this year? Seb Stafford-Bloor takes us around the results from Germany. Host: Iain Macintosh Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive...

Graham Potter to Manchester United - could it happen? Mark Critchley has the latest on the rumours. It’s one of the subplots ahead of the big game of the weekend as United visit Anfield. James Pearce on how Liverpool are preparing for their rivals. And it was a successful night for Premier League teams in Europe. Host: Adam Leventhal Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hos...

PSG are through to the Champions League knockouts. Peter Rutzler was in Germany to watch the French side join Borussia Dortmund in the R16 - but will teams fear the french side? Newcastle are left to rue what might have been. George Caulkin reflects on the rollercoaster group stage in Tyneside. The pressure cranks up on Xavi after another Barcelona loss. Pol Ballus tells us about the tricky pre ma...

Manchester United are out of Europe. Mark Critchley was at Old Trafford to watch a lacklustre United limp out of the Champions League. Newcastle and AC Milan sweat over yet more fitness issues.  Chris Waugh and James Horncastle preview this key match up in Group F. And we have the latest on the Turkish top-flight suspension. Nick Miller has been following the story and brings us up to date. Host:...

It’s win or bust for Manchester United against Bayern Munich. Carl Anka tells us what the English team need to remain in Europe. Arsenal ready the kids for PSV. Jordan Campbell tells us why an Arsenal record may be broken tonight. Plus we reflect on Barcelona’s La Liga woes. After losing 4-2 at home to surprise league leaders Girona, Pol Ballus runs the rule over what's going wrong for the Catalan...

More woe for Manchester United. Mark Critchley reflects on the 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth. Do Chelsea really need to spend more money? Liam Twomey on Pochettino trying to find solutions. How on earth did Bayern Munich lose 5-1? Raphael Honigstein talks about Bayern’s issues that led to such a big loss. And a significant WSL title result. Jessy Parker Humphreys reacts to Arsenal’s huge win against C...

10pt penalty - but Everton out of the bottom 3. Patrick Boyland was at Goodison Park for an emotional night. Newcastle left Goodison bruised. Chris Waugh talks about fatigues and injuries… It’s Spurs next, who lose after leading… again. Tim Spiers on Tottenham’s shaky form. And we preview Man City’s conquerors Aston Villa welcoming Arsenal. Art de Roche looks ahead to Unai Emery facing his old clu...

How serious is Manchester City's wobble? Sam Lee watched the title holders continue their winless streak at Villa Park. How did Aston Villa defy expectation to defeat the Champions? Jacob Tanswell brings the other side of the coin as the Villains won their 14th consecutive home game. Have Manchester United turned a corner… again? Laurie Whitwell looks back on how Erik ten Hag's big calls came off...

Declan Rice rescues Arsenal in a thrilling fightback against Luton. James McNicholas was at Kenilworth Road as the Gunners remained composed in the chaos. Manchester United get ready to face Chelsea amid questions over Eric ten Hag's management style. Laurie Whitwell was one of the journalists allowed at the pre match press conference as club-media relations sour. Team GB fail to qualify for the O...