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Chelsea chase Europe as Champions League fades for Spurs 03.05.2024

Spurs’ Champions League hopes fade. Liam Twomey and Charlie Eccleshare were at Stamford Bridge for Chelsea’s 2-0 win. Villa lose a thriller in Europe. Jacob Tanswell tells us what went wrong for Unai Emery’s side. And can Liverpool lift the gloom ahead of Klopp’s farewell? Tom Williams explains. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acas...

Mbappe, PSG struggle against Dortmund 02.05.2024

Dortmund have the edge against PSG. Seb Stafford-Bloor talks about the many chances created by Dortmund. Peter Rutzler was in Germany to watch PSG hit the post multiple times. Can Roma be the team to stop Bayer Leverkusen? James Horncastle is in Italy for the Europa League semifinal. And Emma Hayes’ farewell trophy charge takes another hit. Jessy Parker Humphreys reacts to Chelsea’s wild 4-3 loss...

Vinicius Jnr stars for Real at Bayern 01.05.2024

Vinicius Junior stars for Real at Bayern. Dermot Corrigan and Mark Carey react to an enthralling first leg in Munich. Can Dortmund stop Mbappe tonight? Seb Stafford Bloor works out how they might. As Peter Rutzler wonders if PSG might feel any added pressure now it's the Champions League semi finals. Plus Ipswich need a point to reach the Premier League, Manchester United make more boardroom chang...

Ornstein: Liverpool expect Salah to stay 30.04.2024

Salah is staying at Liverpool. David Ornstein has the exclusive. Join 'The Insiders' here Familiar foes kick-off the Champions League semi-finals. Mark Carey gears us up for Bayern Munich v Real Madrid. Premier League clubs say yes to a squad cost cap. Matt Slater explains the potential change in the way clubs fund their squads. Host: Michael Bailey Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Exec...

Title race intensifies as City & Arsenal (just...) win again 29.04.2024

Arsenal hang on to beat North London rivals Spurs. We hear reaction from Adrian Clarke and Charlie Eccleshare. Manchester City are victorious too. Sam Lee was at the City Ground. And who will Barcelona meet in the Women's Champions League Final? Jessy Parker Humphreys on the thrilling semifinals. Host: Iain Macintosh Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See...

Man City batter Brighton as Premier League title race narrows 26.04.2024

City win as the Premier League’s top two edge clear. Tim Spiers watched the three title contenders this week and gives his verdict. Will the feel-good factor continue for Villa? Jacob Tanswell on Aston Villa’s chase for a top-four finish. Plus, David Ornstein has the latest on Manchester United’s pursuit of Dan Ashworth. And it’s Champions League crunch time for Emma Hayes. Sophie Penney previews...

Are Liverpool out of the title race? 25.04.2024

Liverpool lose the derby and their title hopes? Paddy Boyland was on hand to watch Everton win their first home Merseyside derby since 2010. As James Pearce explains what went wrong for Liverpool - and where they're at with their manager search. Plus, which manager has decided to stay? Pol Ballus has the details. Host: Michael Bailey Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Exec Prod: Iain Maci...

Chelsea humiliated by Arsenal 24.04.2024

Arsenal smash five past Chelsea and go three clear at the top of the Premier League. Art de Roche and Liam Twomey watched the demolition unfold at the Emirates. Liverpool look to Feyenoord's head coach Arne Slot as Jurgen Klopp's successor. James Pearce has the story. While Aston Villa look to create a dynasty as Unai Emery signs on for more. David Ornstein broke the news. Host: Adam Leventhal Pro...

Ambitious West Ham speak to Amorim 22.04.2024

West Ham speak to Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim. David Ornstein broke the story. Inter seal their 20th Scudetto, beating city rivals Milan in the process. James Horncastle is in Milan for to watch history take place. The FA investigate that Nottingham Forest social media post. Nnamdi Onyeagwara brings us up to date on the many statements. Can Chelsea trip up title hopefuls Arsenal? Amy Lawr...

Man United Survive Wembley Scare 22.04.2024

Manchester United are on to the FA Cup final after surviving a scare. Mark Critchley was at Wembley. Plenty of drama between Everton and Nottingham Forest. Paddy Boyland reacts to 3 huge points for the Toffees. Meanwhile Tim Spiers makes sense of Forest’s public statement. And, late goals in El Clasico. Dermot Corrigan explains the different directions of Real Madrid and Barcelona. Host: Mike Zimm...

Klopp's European journey at Liverpool is over 19.04.2024

Liverpool win in Italy but bow out of Europe. Andy Jones was in Bergamo for the end of Klopp’s European journey with Liverpool. Can Chelsea shock City in the Cup? Adrian Clarke, Charlie Eccleshare and Duncan Alexander think Chelsea have the right pieces. And tired Real Madrid prepare for El Clasico. Guillermo Rai on how Real Madrid will approach playing Barcelona. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Z...

Real Madrid end Man City's double-treble dreams 18.04.2024

The double-treble dream is over for City, as Real Madrid win on penalties. Guillermo Rai and Sam Lee analyse the modern Clasico at the Etihad. Arsenal bow out to Bayern. Raphael Honigstein and James McNicholas were at the Allianz to watch a tight match end in the Germans' favour. Can Liverpool regain some much needed momentum? Simon Hughes looks at how the Reds might go about turning things around...

Mbappe dumps Barcelona out of Europe 17.04.2024

Paris knock Barcelona out of the Champions League. Peter Rutzler and Pol Ballus were at the Estadi Olímpic for all the drama. Dortmund outperform Atletico to progress. Seb Stafford-Bloor on Dortmund’s thrilling comeback. Plus, why Arsenal have a left back problem. James McNicholas tells us the best way to approach defending Leroy Sane tonight. And have Real Madrid learned from their heavy defeat t...

Palmer stars as Chelsea hit Everton for six 16.04.2024

Palmer hits four and Chelsea smash six. Simon Johnson was on hand to watch the latest star showing by the Chelsea forward - even if there were some penalty antics again from the Blues' players. Everton officially appeal that second points deduction. Jacob Whitehead brings us up to date on the latest surrounding the Toffees' precarious situation. Could Xavi stay on at Barca? Dermot Corrigan has the...

Arsenal and Liverpool lose, handing Manchester City a title boost 15.04.2024

Arsenal are haunted by Villa and Emery again. James McNicholas was at the Emirates for Arsenal’s 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa. Jurgen Klopp's victorious send off took a big hit. James Pearce reacts to a devastating 1-0 loss for Liverpool. And, celebrations in Leverkusen. Seb Stafford-Bloor was amongst the sea of fans and celebrations as Bayer Leverkusen win their first ever Bundesliga title. Host: Mi...

Liverpool stunned at Anfield by Atalanta 12.04.2024

Liverpool stunned by Atalanta. James Pearce was at Anfield and reacts to how this loss can impact Liverpool’s season. Villa warm up for Arsenal trip with another European win. Jacob Tanswell was on hand for Aston Villa’s Europa Conference League win. And what changes are coming to the Premier League next year? Matt Slater has all the details. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Pr...

Barcelona edge five-goal thriller in Paris 11.04.2024

Advantage La Liga as Barca beat Paris. Lara Cervello Herrero and Peter Rutzler were at the Parc des Princes for Barcelona’s 3-2 win over PSG. Atletico hang on to defeat Dortmund. Dermot Corrigan thinks the advantage will stay with Atleti in the second leg. Seb Stafford-Bloor on Dortmund’s frustrating performance. Plus a surprise as Lionesses star retires. Michael Cox on why he thinks Rachel Daly h...

Chaos and controversy in Champions League quarter-finals 10.04.2024

It’s goals galore in Europe as Arsenal and City play out entertaining draws. Sam Lee was at the Santiago Bernabeu for a chaotic thriller. Art de Roche was at the Emirates for a night full of controversial referee decisions. Can PSG make the Champions League final? James Horncastle and Peter Rutzler think there’s a good possibility. And, Dermot Corrigan gets us ready for Atletico Madrid vs. Borussi...

Everton hit out at more points deductions 09.04.2024

Everton react to another points deduction. Paddy Boyland reacts to the news. The Champions League quarter-finals are here! Can Arsenal best Bayern? Adrian Clarke and Rafa Honigstein both agree that the tie is in the Gunners' favour Can Madrid stop City? Michael Cox tells us what to expect from this tie. The Lionesses look to get back to winning ways. Charlotte Harpur previews England's trip to Ire...

Liverpool frustrated by Man United 08.04.2024

Liverpool slip up in the title race. James Pearce talks about how costly the draw against Manchester United could be. While Manchester United gladly take a point off their rivals. Carl Anka was at Old Trafford. Plus, plenty of action across Europe: Dermot Corrigan was in Seville for Athletic Club’s Copa del Rey final win, and James Horncastle talks about Roma’s Derby della Capitale win against Laz...

Palmer's hat-trick ignites Chelsea's chaotic comeback 05.04.2024

Chelsea win a thriller at the Bridge. Liam Twomey reacts to an incredible comeback for the Blues. The Manchester United rollercoaster continues. Carl Anka was in attendance for United’s disappointing finish. And Liverpool return to the top of the table. James Pearce recaps a nervy night, eased by Alexis Mac Allister. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Ben Green Hosted o...

Three-scoring Foden fires up City 04.04.2024

Foden fires up City. Sam Lee was at the Etihad for the Phil Foden Show. Are Spurs for sale? Charlie Eccleshare dives into Tottenham's accounts. Is Chelsea against Man United still a big game? Oli Kay mulls on the state of both these big clubs. Host: Michael Bailey Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Exec Prod: Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Haaland’s form cost Man City? 03.04.2024

Will Haaland’s form cost Man City? Nick Miller has been mulling over the Norwegian's form. Can Arsenal afford to rotate? Amy Lawrence debates whether Arteta will switch things up against Luton. Who were the big winners in Tuesday's Premier League action? Charlie Eccleshare and Paddy Boyland reflect on differing nights for Spurs and Everton. Host: Mike Zimmermann Producer: Abi Paterson Executive Pr...

Man United approach ex-Man City man as club rebuild continues 02.04.2024

Southampton dig in as Man United make Wilcox approach. Dan Sheldon has the story on United's latest target. Why have Newcastle had so many injuries? Chris Waugh has been assessing the situation. The battle to rejoin the Premier League is heating up. Leicester, Ipswich, and Leeds continue to push each other. Host: Michael Bailey Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Exec Prod: Ben Green Hoste...

Liverpool top Premier League after comeback win 01.04.2024

Arsenal and Man City play to a goalless draw. James McNicholas and Sam Lee were at the Etihad. Liverpool move into first. James Pearce was at Anfield for the entertaining comeback. Dortmund beat Bayern. Seb Stafford-Bloor reacts to Bayern's loss. And, Arsenal are Conti Cup champions. Jessy Parker Humphreys on the late winner and dust up between the managers. Host: Mike Zimmermann Producer: Mike Zi...

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