The Daily Football Briefing

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Gravenberch stars for Liverpool and looking ahead to the City-Arsenal clash Oct 06, 2023

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Today…

Is Gravenberch finding his feet at Liverpool? James Pearce reacts to the newest Red’s breakout performance.

What else caught the eye in last night’s European action? Liam Tharme and Jacob Tanswell check in after Brighton and Aston Villa underwhelm.

And are Man City reallyin prime shape ahead of facing Arsenal? Mark Critchley thinks they could struggle in the midfield…

Host: Michael Bailey

Producer: Mike Zimmermann

Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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Newcastle thrash PSG and the World Cup goes to six countries Oct 05, 2023

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In the Champions League, Newcastle thrashed PSG. Hear reaction from both sides with Jacob Whitehead and Peter Rutzler at St James' Park

The 2030 World Cup goes to six countries. Matt Slater explains why and what this means for 2034.

And Liverpool want a Spurs replay, so Jurgen Klopp says. James Pearce was there to hear the Liverpool boss speak.

Host: Adam Leventhal

Producers: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson

Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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What now for Manchester United’s Champions League hopes? Oct 04, 2023

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What now for Manchester United’s Champions League hopes? Laurie Whitwell was at Old Trafford to watch United succumb to another European defeat.

Is Bukayo Saka’s untouchable run over? The forward was subbed off after 34 minutes, Abi Paterson has the latest on Saka's latest knock.

How are Newcastle feeling ahead of their match with PSG? George Caulkin looks ahead to Newcastle's first home Champions League fixture in 20 years.

And PGMOL release the VAR audio from Luis Diaz's disallowed goal.

Host: Michael Bailey

Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann

Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh

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Mudryk scores for Chelsea, Liverpool demand VAR answers, and Champions League preview Oct 03, 2023

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Mudryk scores his first Chelsea goal. Simon Johnson was at Craven Cottage to watch the young Ukrainian get on the scoresheet.

Liverpool demand VAR answers. Tom Burrows has been investigating the Reds' legal options against PGMOL

And the Champions League returns tonight with pick of the ties seeing Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti return to former side Napoli. James Horncastle previews the fixture.

Host: Tim Spiers

Producers: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson

Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh

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Are Spurs title contenders? Oct 02, 2023

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Today…

Are Spurs title contenders? Liam Tharme breaks down Tottenham’s emotional win against Liverpool and if they showed enough to stay in the title race.

Can VAR be fixed? Nick Miller dives into the Video Assistant Referee issues and how they can be fixed.

And how low can Manchester United go? After another woeful performance, Laurie Whitwell tells us what is going on at Old Trafford.

Host: Tim Spiers

Producer: Mike Zimmermann

Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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How far can Liverpool and Spurs go? Sep 29, 2023

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Liverpool and Spurs have had summer resets and face each other at the weekend to really put those shifts to the test. Tim Spiers and Caoimhe O’Neill look at the changes made from last season.

Barcelona and Sevilla are the highlight of La Liga this weekend. Dermot Corrigan joins to discuss how Xavi will shuffle the midfield with De Jong injured.

And it's a huge day for football gamers! Mark Critchley explains the EA Sports rebrand from FIFA to EA FC.

Host: Adam Leventhal

Producers: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson

Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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What is going on with Napoli and Victor Osimhen? Sep 28, 2023

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What is going on with Napoli and Victor Osimhen? James Horncastle has the details on the couple of TikToks that the club released appearing to mock their own player.

What happened in Wednesday's football? The quadruple is off for City after their loss to Newcastle, there at St James' Park was Mark Critchley and Felipe Cardenas was on Inter Miami watch at the US Open Cup Final.

Why might Aston Villa not be fit to wear their own shirts? Gregg Evans has the story on why Villa aren't too happy with their "wet look" tops.

Host: Michael Bailey

Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann

Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh

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What happened in the Carabao Cup and why is Red Bull making headlines? Sep 27, 2023

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What did we learn from Manchester United's win over Crystal Palace? From Old Trafford Carl Anka tells us all about Garnacho, Mount, and what this means for United's next match against, checks notes, Crystal Palace.

How is Pochettino prepping Chelsea for Brighton? By discussing the owners' regular visits to the dressing room after matches, as Liam Twomey explains.

Why has Red Bull given Salzburg zings?! Nick Miller made the journey to Austria to watch a rivalry 18 years in the making take place as Austria Salzburg hosted Red Bull Salzburg in a fiery encounter.

Host: Michael Bailey

Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann

Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh

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What is Liverpool 2.0? Sep 26, 2023

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What is Liverpool 2.0? James Pearce breaks down what has invigorated Jurgen Klopp's team and the start of this season

Is this Kalvin Phillips' chance? With Rodri seeing red at the weekend, Sam Lee discusses whether the Englishman can prove himself to Pep Guardiola

And what on earth is happening at Ajax? De Klassieker was abandoned at the weekend, set to be resumed on Wednesday, but the rot runs deeper than just recent events as Carl Anka explains

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What did we learn from the North London Derby? Sep 25, 2023

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Today…

The North London Derby didn’t disappoint. Art de Roche and Charlie Eccleshare react to the 2-2 draw at The Emirates.

Newcastle made Premier League history with 8 different goal-scorers in one game. Jacob Whitehead reflects on the shocking result.

And another goalless game for Chelsea. Simon Johnson tries to put into perspective the loss for the Blues.

Host: Tim Spiers

Producer: Mike Zimmermann

Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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