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Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week we're looking ahead to the biggest games of MW15.
Tim Spiers and Cerys Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the midweek action and preview Wolves vs Manchester United, Bournemouth vs Chelsea, Leeds United vs Liverpool, and Sunderland vs Manchester City.
Plus, the leagues most in form team meet the league leaders as Aston Villa host Arsenal and Thomas Frank faces his old side as Spurs take on Brentford.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Tim Spiers & Cerys Jones
Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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Arsenal continue to set the pace in the Premier League, but there was a minor scare at the Emirates as Declan Rice was forced off against Brentford.
So, how important is he for Arsenal?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Art De Roche and Carl Anka
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Tuesday night saw goals galore in the Premier League.
Nine at Craven Cottage as Manchester City edged a 5-4 win over Fulham - including Erling Haaland’s 100th.
And at St James’ Park - there was a last minute equaliser from Cristian Romero, earning Spurs a point.So why are Newcastle dropping points so often, and why can’t Spurs create chances?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Chris Waugh, Charlie Eccleshare, Dan Kilpatrick, Jordan Campbell
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson
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It’s now less than a month until the January transfer window opens.
Manchester United are in pursuit of a new midfielder, with Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba among the names being considered.
So will they finally fix their midfield in 2026?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Mark Critchley, Laurie Whitwell
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson
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Chelsea took a point against Arsenal despite, yet again, being down to ten men.
So, will their ill-discipline stop them being title contenders?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Brooke
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 Chelsea vs Arsenal.
Which side will make the bigger statement with a win? Does Enzo Maresca have to start Estevao? Who would the panel have in their side out of Rice and Caicedo?
Mark Critchley and Cerys Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Crystal Palace vs Manchester United, Spurs vs Fulham, and West Ham vs Liverpool.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams
With: Mark Critchley & Cerys Jones
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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In the battle of two of Europe’s heavyweights it was Arsenal who came out on top.
So, how much damage does a first defeat of the season do to Vincent Kompany’s Bayern?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Kev Hatchard
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Real Madrid are top of La Liga and have won three from four in the Champions League, but there’s always drama around the corner at the Bernabeu.
Vinicius Junior has told the club he doesn’t want to renew his contract while his relationship with head coach Xabi Alonso remains strained.
So… who will end up winning this battle: star player or head coach?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Mario Cortegana, Dermot Corrigan, Jack Lang
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson, Liam Warburton
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After six defeats in their last seven Premier League matches, reigning champions Liverpool sit 12th in the league.
Supporters streamed out of Anfield when Nottingham Forest’s third goal went in on Saturday.
So is Arne Slot’s position at risk?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Jon Mackenzie and Oli Kay
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Liam Warburton, Nick Thomson
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Arsenal are six points clear at the top of the Premier League with Eberechi Eze playing a starring role.
So, how important has their summer business been?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton and James McNicholas
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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