Where's The Money Gone?

Adrian and Charlie take a close look at the role of Sporting Director in footbal, following Paul Mitchell's departure from Newcastle United.  Plus - the state of Premier League finances.

As Manchester United struggle with debt, Charlie Methven shares his experience of turning arounf financially troubled Sunderland and Charlton Athletic, who have bothe enjoyed play-off succeess.Adrian Goldberg wonders how Inter Miami have qualified for the World Club Cup, despite never being US Major Cup winners.

Charlie's new club Mount Pleasant, in Jamaica, have a play-off final this weekend.  So do his two previous clubs, Sunderland in the Championship and Charlton Athletic in League One.  It all adds up to play-off pandemonium...PLUS can Crystal Palace build on the success of winning the FA Cup Final, their first major trophy.Produced by Adrian Goldberg.  YouTube n'stuff, by Mark Machado at 11-29.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss the row over Manchester United's decision to rest key player for Premier League matches ahead of the Europa Cup Final.PLUS the finances of the play-offs.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado and 11-29 Media.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the naming of David Kogan as the government's preferred Independent Football Regulator; and Wolves decision not to apply for promotion for their women's team.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss Manchester City fans' campaign for greater season ticket availability and cheaper matchday prices; plus watching football with a 'dodgy stick'.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven.  Socials by Mark Machado 11-29 Media

Adrian and Charlie discuss the sacking of Cardiff City manager Omer Riza with just three matches remaining in the season. How do directors know when to 'stick or twist?'Plus a US court case that opens up the possibility of Premier League or EFL games being played in the States.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven.  Socials by Mark machado/11-29 Media.

This week, Adrian and Charlie discuss whether the Premier League's Big Six - the so-called 'cartel - are now facing a serious threat from Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest.PLUS - how can debt ridden FC Barcelona be allowed to field two player their own league believes to be ineligible because the club has - in their view - breached financial fair play rules.Produced in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.Socials by Mark Machado/11-29 Media.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Sheffield Wednesday's late payment of players, players who commute long distances for training; and Norway's battle against VAR.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the EFL ultimatum to Reading FC owner Dai Yongge, the expanded World Club Championship, and Charlie's new job following his departure from Charlton Athletic.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss the new Deloitte Money League, and the January transfer window.Produced in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas. Socials by Mark Machado, 11-29 Media.

Charlton Athletic chief executive Charlie Methven explains football's new spending rules to Adrian Goldberg, and explores the possibility of a player strike.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.Socials by March Machado/11.29

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss a new campaign by families ex footballers who have suffered dementia; and revisit the decision to scrap FA Cup Replays.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado 11.29 Media

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss FIFA's decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by 11-29 Media/Mark Machado.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven are joined by Sarah Robinson, one of the founders of Proud Baggies, a WBA LGBTQ group, to discuss Ipswich Town captain Sam Morsy's refusal to wear the rainbow armband.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Manchester United's decision to raise prices for children and seniors following the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Old Trafford.  They are joined by Chris Blackhurst, author of 'The World's Biggest Cash Machine: Manchester United, the Glazers, and the Struggle for Football's Soul.'Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado/1129.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss Manchester City and Associated Party Transcations; and the "own goal" of a missed opportunity of football regulation more than two decades ago.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.Socials by Mark Machado and 11.29

Charlie Methven shares his experiences of Soccerex in Miami, where football's suits discussed a range of topics including life the the MLS after Messi, and the future of stadium catering.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven explore 'life after Sky' for EFL clubs seeking to gain new fans whilst bypassing traditional TV sports shows.  'Welcome to Wrexham' and youtuber Mark Goldbridge feature heavily.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machdado/11.29

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss plans for supporter regulation with Joe Blott, former chair of Liverpool Supporters Trust, Spirit of Shankly.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado from 11-29 Media.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss the fallout from the Lassan Diarra contract case at the European Court of Justice.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado/11.29Made by We Bring Audio.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven explore Manchester City's battle with the Premier League over Associated Party Transactions.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio.Socials by Mark Machado at 11-29

This week, Adrian and Charlie discuss the new, independent company running the WSL and the Womens' Chmapionship.Produced in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio.Socials by Mark Machado/11-29

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss how Sir Keir Starmer's free football tickets might be used as an attempt to lobby for changes to the government's Football Regulator Bill.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss the 115 charges laid against Manchester City by the Premier league relating to alleged breaches of financial rules.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Leicester City and Chelsea's successful efforts to avoid PSR penalties; plus Aston Villa's UCL pricing; and the Newco set up to run womens' football.Produced by Adrian Goldberg, edited by Jed Thomas, socials by Mark Machado at 11-29.A We Bring Audio production.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven analyse Ivan Toney's transfer to Al Ahly in Saudi Arabia.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio.  Socials by 11-29.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Virgil Van Dijk, Mo Salah and Jamie Vardy and consider when the time is right to sell football's golden oldies'

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss how clubs can avoid breaking Profit and Sustainability Rules.

This week, Adrian and Charlie meet Kit Holden, author of 'Played in Germany - A Footballing Journey Through A Nation's Soul' - your essential guide to German football and society.Where's the Money Gone? is a podcast about football finance, governance and politics with Adrian Goldberg - investigative journalist and West Bromwich Albion season ticket holder - and Charlie Methven, Charlton Athletic co owner, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and edited by Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio.Socials by 11-29 Media.

A podcast about football finance, governance and politics, with Adrian Goldberg - investigative journalist and West Bromwich Albion season ticket holder - and Charlie Methven, Charlton Athletic co owner, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan.This week, the play offs and "the richest prize in sport".Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by 11-29 Media.Made by We Bring Audio

Adrian and Charlie talk to ex Crystal Palace and Bristol City Chief Exec about the porposed Premier Leagus salary cap, parachute payments and more.

"Where's the Money Gone?" is a podcast about football finance, governance and politics with  Adrian Goldberg, investigative journalist and West Brom season ticket holder, and Charlie Methven, Charlton Athletic co owner of Charlton Athletic, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan.This week, Adrian and Charlie talk to Malcolm Clarke Chair of the Football Supporters Association.  Made in Birmingham by We Bring Audio.  Produced by Adrian Goldberg.  Edited by Jed Thomas.  Socials by 11-29 Media.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the decision to scrap FA Cup replays.WTMG is a podcast about football finance, governance and politics with Adrian Goldberg, investigative journalist and West Brom season ticket holder and Charlie Methven, Charlton Athletic co owner, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan   This week - is football up for a scrap over the scrapping of FA Cup replays – a decision seemingly made by the FA and the EPL without consultation lower down the pyramid, and one whch has angered supporters and club owners alike .Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio in Birmingham.Socials by 11-29

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven are joined by Paul Elliott, an advisor to both UEFA and the FA on anti racism and diversity. Paul, who started his career att Charlton, now leads on these issues alongside Charlie in the boardroom at The Valley.He was a co-founder of Kick It Out, and played more than 300 professional games in England, Scotland and Italy.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the rising cost of football admission with Fulham fan Dan Crawford from the Hammy End blog.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven talk to former Everton, Aston Villa and Aberdeen Chief Executive Keith Wyness about points deductions for breaches of football's Profit and Sustainability rules.Produced by Adrian Goldberg for We Bring Audio.   Edited by Jed Thomas. Socials by 11 29.

In what PM Rishi Sunak has described as an "historic moment for football", the government has introduced a Football Governance Bill that will create an independent regulator to oversee the men's game from the Premier through the EFL and down to the National League.  Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss the implications.Made by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio.  Socials by 11 29.

"Where's the Money Gone?" is a podcast about football finance, governance and politic with Adrian Goldberg (investigative journalist and West Brom season ticket holder). and Charlie Methven (Charlton Athletic co owner, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan.)This week, their special guest is Damian Collins, the Manchester United supporting Conservative MP for Folkestone and Hythe Man United fan. Damian was the long-term chair of the DCMS Select Committee when the football regulator was under consideration and he called for it 4 years ago in a joint statement with Charlie..Adrian and Charlie want to know when is the Regulator coming? Made in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio. Socials by 11 29

This week – fans as customers, and what makes a great matchday experience? It's a timely question as Manchester United's. new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been talking up the possibility of replacing Old Trafford with a new ground next door to the existing site – one that might become a national stadium comparable to Wembley.But why do the Reds need a new home? And is what owners want from a stadium the same as supporters need?This week our special guest Paul May, Paul is co-founder of Trivandi, a business that grew out the success of the London Olympics & Paralympics, which he worked on for 7 years as Head of Venue Development. Paul worked across all of the venues for London 2012 including the six football stadia, one of which was Old Trafford. Trivandi have since worked on Villa Park, Brentford, Twickenham Stadium, Peterborough United and QPR as well as international venues in Europe and the Middle East.Presented by Adrian Goldberg - investigative journalist and West Bromwich Albion season ticket holder - and Charlie Methven, Charlton Athletic co owner, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan.Made by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio. Socials by 11 29  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A podcast about football finance, governance and politics, with Adrian Goldberg investigative journalist and West Brom season ticket holder, and Charlie Methven, Charlton Athletic co owner, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan…Charlie's portfolio as director includes Charlton's womens team which is highly relevant because this week we're talking about the future for women's football,This weekend Arsenal registered a record Womens Superleague crowd in excess of 60,000 customers and the game is on a high after the success of the Lionesses who won the Euros in 2022.Our special guest is Jasmine Robinson co founder and managing partner of Monarch Collective a US based investment fund seeking to invest in women's sports. Produced for We Bring Audio by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where's the Money Gone? is a podcast about football finance, governance and politics, with Adrian Goldberg, investigative journalist and West Brom season ticket holder, and Charlie Methve, Charlton Athletic co owner, former director of Sunderland and boyhood Oxford United fan..This week players behaving badly…Marcus Rashford was fined by Erik Ten Hag recently after pictures emerged of his boozy bender in Belfast; it was a costly night out for the England striker – he was fined two weeks wages £650,000 after phoning in sick and missing training.it's the the second time Rashford attracted criticism this season – the first was when he was seen out on the town celebrating his birthday hours after United lost 3-0 in the Manchester derby.So if you're in the boardroom, how do you deal with a situation like that? And what about players who refuse to play which was the situation with Alex Pritchard at Sunderland recently?Made in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio. Socials by 11 29 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you replace a managerial legend? Liverpool are about to find out, following Jurgen Klopp's decision to quit at the end of the season. Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven reflect on how other clubs have managed, including Man United after Fergie, Arsenal after Wenger and Forest after Clough. Produced by Adrian Goldberg for We Bring Audio. Edited by Jed Thomas. Socials by 11 29. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there too much football? That might seem like a counter intuitive question on a podcast made by and for people who are in love with the beautiful game.It was prompted by the injury sustained by Mo Salah while playing for Egypt at the African Cup of Nations…as well as carrying the hopes of his nation, Salah plays for Liverpool in the Champions League, the Premier League and if they won that he'd be expected to turn out in the newly enlarged World Club Cup.Are we just being unfair in our demands on players? And what about us supporters? Football was a once a week treat live in the stadium, now its online and on telly all the time. So will familiarity breed contempt. With Charlie Methven and Adrian Goldberg. Made We Bring Audio, produced by Adrian Goldberg, edited by Jed Thomas, Socials by 11 29. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WTMG is a podcast about football finance, governance and politic with Adrian Goldberg, an investigative journalist and West Brom season ticket holder and Charlie Methven, co owner of Charlton Athletic. This time, they discuss the January transfer window.Produced by Adrian Goldberg for We Bring Audio. Edited by Jed Thomas. Socials by 1129 Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the financial benefits of a good run in the FA or Carabao Cup? Why do managers sometimes field weakened teams? How valuable is taking part in European competition?Adrian Goldberg takes you inside the football boardroom with regular co-host Charlie Methven, a Charlton Athletic director, and this week's guest Stefan Gamble, Chief Executive of Walsall FC.Produced by Adrian Goldberg for We Bring Audio.Edited by Jed Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When football clubs break the game's financial rules, does the punishment fit the 'crime'?With Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven. Adrian is an investigative journalist and West Brom season ticket holder; Charlie is a director of Charlton Athletic, was previously on the board at Sunderland and is a boyhood Oxford United fan.Made in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg for We Bring Audio.Edited by Jed Thomas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Adrian and Charlie hear from lawyer Trevor Watkins. As a fan, Trevor led the rescue mission that helped save AFC Bournemouth; he helped create Supporters Direct which gave fans the opportunity to run their own clubs, he now advises more than 50 top tier clubs across Europe for law firm Pinsent Masons.Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven. Adrian is an investigative journalist and West Browmich Albion season ticket holder; Charlie is a director Charlton, was previously on the board at Sunderland and is a boyhood Oxford fan.Produced by Adrian Goldberg. Edited by Jed Thomas. Made by We Bring Audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 30 English League clubs have bee bought up by investors from across the Pond. Why are they interested? And will it change our game for better or for worse.Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss...Made in Birmingham by We Bring Audio.Produced by Adrian Goldberg.Edited by Jed Thomas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A podcast about football finance, governance and politics with Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven.Adrian is an investigative journalist and West Brom ST holder; Charlie is a director Charlton, was previously on the board at Sunderland and is a boyhood Oxford famThis week they talk to author Chris Blackhurst, whose book 'The World's Biggest Cash Machine - Manchester United, The Glazers and the Struggle for Football's Soul" is out now.Made in Birmingham by We Bring AudioProduced by Adrian Goldberg, edited by Jed Thomas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A podcast about football finance, governance and politic with Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven.This week - why are things so sticky for the Toffees? Everton are one of the best supported clubs in England yet despite the best efforts of manager Sean Dyche on the field, off it they seem to lurch from one financial crisis to another.The club is at risk of a points deduction for breaching financial fair play and a mooted takeover by Florida-based 777 Partners is hugely controversial.Adrian and Charlie are joined by former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness.Produced by Adrian Goldberg and edited by Jed Thomas for We Bring Audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.