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After 14 months in charge, Ruben Amorim has been sacked by Manchester United.
How did it come to this - and where do INEOS turn next?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein, Mark Critchley and Oliver Kay
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Chelsea head to Man City fresh from parting company with head coach Enzo Maresca.
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by David Ornstein, Simon Johnson and Mark Critchley to react to Maresca's departure as well as the possibility of Strasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior arriving at Stamford Bridge.
Rosenior joined The Athletic FC Podcast back in October, speaking about his coaching identity: https://pod.fo/e/344882
Following events at Stamford Bridge, Beren Cross joins to discuss Leeds United v Manchester United on Sunday, look ahead to Liverpool's visit to Fulham, Bournemouth v Arsenal and the rest of the weekend's action.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: David Ornstein, Simon Johnson, Mark Critchley and Beren Cross
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Today, we’re shining a light on those outside The Athletic - we’ve had plenty of guests on the podcast this season and these are the highlights.
You’ll hear from a former England goalkeeper, a Man City legend, and about a manager who has everyone’s attention!
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Producer: Nick Thomson
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
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Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Arsenal vs Aston Villa.
After their impressive victory at Stamford Bridge can Unai Emery take his side level on points with his former employers or will Mikel Arteta get revenge just three weeks after Arsenal's 2-1 defeat at Villa Park.
Carl Anka and Stu James join Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the festive action so far and look ahead to Tuesday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Sunderland vs Manchester City, Chelsea vs Bournemouth, and Brentford vs Spurs.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Carl Anka & Stu James
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Today we bring you an exclusive interview with Canada head coach, Jesse Marsch. Speaking to writers from The Athletic in New York, including Adam Crafton and David Ornstein, Marsch sets out his ambitions for Canada, why getting out of the group isn’t enough, and how he’s been building the team with the 2026 World Cup firmly in mind.
Marsch reflects on his time in the Premier League, the realities of modern football, and the short-term thinking that defines the game. He also shares his thoughts on Erling Haaland, who he managed, and why he believes the striker is the best in the world.
With: Adam Crafton, David Ornstein, Laura Williamson, Paul Tenorio and Josh Kloke
Producer: Paul Iliffe
Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead
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We’re nearly halfway through the season and already it’s been one to remember.
From Liverpool’s record-breaking transfer window, Forest’s own-personal managerial merry go round and the departure of Daniel Levy.
Join us on a trip down memory lane.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Producer: Nick Thomson
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
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The Premier League presented a Christmas cracker of a weekend of football.
From Morgan Rogers’ magic in Aston Villa’s win over Manchester United, to Spurs’ red cards in their defeat to Liverpool.
And… after Wolves lost once again - are they the worst Premier League team ever?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Brooke to dissect all of the action.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Adam Crafton, Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Paul Iliffe
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A year ago on Friday, Everton's takeover was complete.
Since then the club has been rejuvenated.
So how far can they go under the David Moyes and The Friedkin Group?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Patrick Boyland, Greg O'Keeffe and Leon Osman
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool.
Cerys Jones and Reuben Pinder join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Saturday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Aston Villa vs Manchester United, Newcastle vs Chelsea and Arsenal vs Everton.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Cerys Jones & Reuben Pinder
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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David Ornstein reports that Chelsea's Enzo Maresca is high on the list to replace Pep Guardiola with the anticipation of this being his last season at Manchester City.
It comes less than a week after Maresca's outburst following Chelsea's recent home win over Everton.
If Guardiola were to leave it would bring to an end a trophy-laden 10 years in charge at the Etihad.
Host: Adam Leventhal
With: David Ornstein, Oliver Kay, Jack Pitt-Brooke and Simon Johnson
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Guy Clarke
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