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Pressure mounting on Amorim | Maresca: Life harder for my dad than footballers | Arsenal set to renew Man City rivalry Sep 19, 2025

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ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Mirror's John Cross discuss the pressure facing Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim following their recent poor run of form. They also reflect on Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca's comments suggesting life was harder for his father than exiled players Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi before previewing Arsenal's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
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Rashford stunner sees off Newcastle | Haaland gets 50th Champions League in record time | West Ham eye Potter replacements Sep 18, 2025

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Jonathan Liew of The Guardian and The Independent's Miguel Delaney discuss Newcastle's 2-1 defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League, Erling Haaland's 50th Champions League goal in just 49 appearances helps Manchester City to a 2-0 win over Napoli and West Ham have begun making a shortlist of managers to replace the under pressure Graham Potter.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
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Liverpool strike late to open CL campaign with win | Kane double sinks Chelsea | Man Utd achieves record revenues Sep 17, 2025

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On this edition of Back Pages, Jessica Creighton is joined by The Athletic’s Carl Anka and The Times’ Chief Sports reporter Martyn Ziegler as they discuss Liverpool’s last minute Champions League winner against Atletico Madrid.
The pair also break down Chelsea’s loss to Bayern Munich, preview Chelsea’s Champions League match with Barcelona, and discuss how Manchester United achieved record revenues but still made a £33m loss.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
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Does Amorim have three games to save his job? | Arsenal subs star in Bilbao | Frank secures first Champions League win with Spurs Sep 16, 2025

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On this edition of Back Pages, Jessica Creighton is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and talkSPORTS' Siobahn O'Hearn to discuss if Ruben Amorim really does have three games to save his job.
The pair also break down Champions League victories for both North London clubs as Arsenal's subs combined in their victory in Bilbao, whilst Thomas Franks' Spurs narrowly defeated Villarreal.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
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Tributes pay respect to boxing legend Ricky Hatton | Should Utd stick with Amorim or is it time to move on Sep 15, 2025

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On Back Pages Tonight, Henry Winter and Martin Hardy join David Garrido in the studio. The trio discuss the devasting news of Ricky Hatton passing away, as the sports world continue to pay their respect to the boxing legend.
They also discuss whether Manchester United should continue to support Ruben Amorim who is adamant he will not change his style despite a heavy loss to Man City in the Manchester Derby
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com
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Haaland vs Isak: Pep weighs in on debate after Slot 'best in the world' claim | Amorim sticks with Bayindir for Manchester derby Sep 12, 2025

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ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Sun’s Dave Kidd react to the leading sports stories, including Pep Guardiola's response to Arne Slot's claim that Liverpool have signed 'maybe the best striker in the world' in Alexander Isak. Plus, the pair discuss this weekend's Manchester derby and much more.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com
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Postecoglou: I don't have anything to prove | Chelsea facing 74 charges due to agent payments | Half-and-half scarf ban Sep 11, 2025

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The Times' Charlotte Duncker and The Mirror's John Cross reflect on Ange Postecoglou's first press conference as Nottingham Forest head coach. They also discuss Chelsea facing 74 charges over agent payments before debating whether half-and-half scarves should be banned.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com
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Tuchel not afraid to leave big stars out for England | What can Postecoglou bring to Forest? Sep 10, 2025

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The Sun’s Charlie Wyett and Isaan Khan from the Daily Mail discuss tomorrow’s back pages where Thomas Tuchel reveals he is not afraid to leave out big names for England after the Three Lions’ 5-0 victory over Serbia. What can we expect from Ange Postecoglou as he takes over at Nottingham Forest?
Also discussed is British swimmer Ben Proud’s decision to compete at the controversial Enhanced Games and if he should keep his funding?
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com
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Excellent England deliver in dominant win | Ange appointed after Forest sack Nuno | Haaland nets five for Norway ahead of Manchester derby Sep 09, 2025

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The Athletic's David Ornstein is joined by Henry Winter to react to the leading sporting stories from the back pages, with England’s comprehensive 5-0 win away to Serbia being the main talking point. They also discuss Nuno Espirito Santo’s sacking at Nottingham Forest, which was quickly followed by the appointment of former Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou. Erling Haaland’s five-goal performance for Norway is also mentioned, ahead of the Manchester derby this weekend.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com
For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

England set for Serbia test | Kane fires back at Owen jibe | Man City end sponsor rules dispute with Premier League Sep 08, 2025

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The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai and The Times' Martin Hardy join David Garrido to preview England's World Cup qualifier against Serbia. They also discuss Harry Kane hitting back at Michael Owen after he questioned Kane's move to Bayern Munich before reflecting on Manchester City and the Premier League ending their sponsor rules dispute.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com
For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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