Stay ConnectedThe Athletic’s flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really happening – and why it matters.
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In the last two seasons, the three promoted clubs have been relegated from the Premier League.
So will Leeds, Sunderland or Burnley survive this time around?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Jon Mackenzie and Nick Miller
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Alexander Isak has told Newcastle he won’t play for them again — can he force a move to Liverpool? We bring you the latest.
Plus, how are Spurs addressing their urgent need for players, and PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma faces an uncertain future.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein and Jack Pitt-Brooke
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Nick Thomson
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David Ornstein dropped the news this morning that Alexander Isak is adamant he won’t play for Newcastle againand that he has no desire to reintegrate into the squad.
So what happens now? And are there any glimmers of hope for Eddie Howe’s side going into the new season?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Chris Waugh, Jacob Whitehead and Seb Stafford-Bloor
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson
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Title holders Liverpool have been the talk of the transfer window, but couldn't claim the Community Shield against Crystal Palace.
So, are they ready to defend their Premier League crown?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton and Simon Hughes
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Referees are integral to football. But with every decision scrutinised, why would anyone want to be a referee?
The Athletic has been given insider access to the life of Premier League referees. From a gruelling pre-season training camp to matchday, join Adam Leventhal as he finds out what it takes to take command of the football pitch.
We'll explain the new laws you'll see this season and the refs will explain why they should benefit the game.
You'll hear from PGMO chief, Howard Webb, current Premier League refs Andy Madeley and Peter Bankes, the latest VAR recruits, and many more.
Join us as we take you inside the world of referees.
Host: Adam Leventhal
Exec Prod: Abi Paterson
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Manchester United have spent over £200m and counting.
But after continuous false dawns, will they deliver this season?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Andy Mitten & Mark Critchley
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Jay Beale
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We’re focusing on strikers today.
In the latest twist to the transfer story of the summer - Benjamin Sesko looks to be on his way to Manchester United
So what does this mean for Newcastle and their wantaway striker Alexander Isak?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein and Jacob Whitehead
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Mike Stavrou and Jay Beale
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15-year-old Max Dowman has been the talk of Arsenal’s pre-season and 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha has shone for Liverpool.
But can either break into the first team and when is too soon to get excited?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Stuart James and Jacob Tanswell
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Guy Clarke
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Another chance to hear Anatomy of a Transfer, your one stop guide to how transfers happen.
Join Adam Leventhal as he goes behind the scenes at training grounds, stadiums and offices to explain the anatomy of a transfer and to breakdown the complex process of what a player goes through when they move from club to club.
Host: Adam Leventhal
Exec Prod: Abi Paterson
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Welcome to Transfers that shook the world, a summer series for The Athletic FC looking back on the moves that sparked fury and saw heroes become villains.
Today we’re heading back to July 2001, when Sol Campbell completed perhaps the most controversial move in Premier League history.
More than 20 years on, why are feelings still so strong? And was Campbell vindicated in swapping Spurs for their bitter rivals Arsenal?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Amy Lawrence & Danny Kelly
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Guy Clarke & Lucy Oliva
Sound Design: Jay Beale
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