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Ben Haines has reaction to Liverpool beating Chelsea in the EFL Cup final. He's joined by QPR captain and former Chelsea goalkeeper Asmir Begović, ex-West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. Hear from Jürgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino, as well as Gary O'Neil and Chris Wilder after Wolves beat Sheff Utd in the Premier League. And catch up with George Elokobi as his Maidstone side prepares to face Coventry in the FA Cup fifth round.03:00 Liverpool win record-extending 10th EFL Cup 05:00 Klopp interview: “The kids did outstandingly well” 19:50 Pochettino: “The team felt maybe penalties would be good for us” 27:30 Wolves win as Sheff Utd players swipe at each other 31:45 Nigel on Moyes ahead of West Ham-Brentford 33:40 Elokobi's Maidstone prepare for FA Cup fifth round 36:05 Spotlight comes down for Question Time

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS have, after an arduous process, completed their partial takeover of Manchester United and will now assume control of football operations. We'll hear from Sir Jim himself, speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday afternoon in central London. The Athletic's Adam Crafton was there, and he joins us to reflect on a wide-ranging discussion. From stadium development to corporate structure via player trading, FFP, and Monday mornings across Manchester, get the lowdown on the man who wants to take United back to the top. *** • Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/reddevils to grow your business–no matter what stage you're in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel Messi's move to Inter Miami appeared to be a marketing dream for all concerned, that was before their pre-season tour of Asia. After playing just seven minutes in Saudi Arabia and missing a ‘last dance' with Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi failed to feature in Hong Kong with the fallout still rumbling on. So why has Messi's no-show caused geo-political tensions to rise and is the GOAT in danger of becoming a show pony in the final stages of his illustrious career? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Paul Tenorio to analyse the episode as well as dissect the wider impact on the growth of MLS. Produced by Guy Clarke Additional Production by Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Further reading: ‘A thuggish flamingo': Why China turned on Lionel Messi - The Athletic Hong Kong uproar, Messi injured and just one win: Inside Inter Miami's Asian tour - The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Manchester United's 2-1 win at Villa Park on Sunday made it four consecutive wins for the first time this season, but what is the significance of that? Have Erik Ten Hag's side got a realistic shot at recovering their hopes of securing Champions League qualification, or is this latest run just the latest false dawn at Old Trafford ahead of a summer reset? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Man United writer Laurie Whitwell to discuss what's been behind the recent revival and how long it may be able to go on for. Produced by Guy Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Related articles: McTominay's seven goals have earned Man United 12 points. What does it say about Ten Hag's side? - The Athletic Manchester United finally have ‘foundation' to develop young players – Erik ten Hag - The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Haines and Nedum Onuoha round up Sunday's Premier League football. They're joined by former Liverpool winger Stewart Downing and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. Hear from Mikel Arteta and Jürgen Klopp after Arsenal close the gap on Liverpool. Get Mauricio Pochettino's reaction as Wolves leapfrog Chelsea, and hear from Erik ten Hag as Manchester United ease past West Ham.01:10 Highlights of the weekend in ‘Nedum's Picks' 03:20 Arsenal close the gap on Liverpool 05:55 Mikel Arteta interview: “We are right there” 13:20 Jürgen Klopp interview: “Arsenal deserved the win” 18:00 Pochettino interview as Chelsea slip into the bottom half 22:05 Where's it going so right for Wolves? 28:30 Erik ten Hag interview: “We have to do the unexpected things” 32:15 Copycat celebrations – for or against? 34:00 West Ham ‘really poor' as Kalvin Phillips makes error 36:30 Pressure's on… it's ‘Question Time'

Man United are out of Europe, 10 points off top spot in the Premier League and it's not even Christmas…  In normal circumstances, any Manchester United manager would be under almost unbearable pressure…  So why aren't the club going to sack Erik ten Hag just yet?  Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton, Man United writer Laurie Whitwell and our German football writer Raphael Honigstein Produced by Adonis Pratsides Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead *** • Make time to chill this holiday season and reach for the beer that's Made to Chill. Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Drizly or Instacart by going to coorslight.com/athleticfootball • This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ATHLETICFOOTBALLand get on your way to being your best self Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino may want to spend MORE money this January…  So, after almost a billion pounds in transfer fees already, could there really be another spending spree? And how much progress has actually been made at Chelsea under Pochettino?  Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & our Chelsea writer Liam Twomey - also a regular on our Chelsea podcast ‘Straight Outta Cobham'  Produced by Adonis Pratsides and Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead *** • Make time to chill this holiday season and reach for the beer that's Made to Chill. Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Drizly or Instacart by going to coorslight.com/athleticfootball • This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ATHLETICFOOTBALLand get on your way to being your best self Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Smith and Nedum Onuoha digest Sunday's Premier League football. They're joined by former Tottenham defender Stephen Kelly and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. Hear from Ange Postecoglou, Jack Grealish and Sean Dyche after Sunday's results.01:45 Nedum picks his moments of the weekend 04:05 Tottenham thump Newcastle – Son or Richarlison up top? 11:45 What does Haaland's injury mean for our Fantasy teams? 17:20 Grealish relaxed as Man City come from behind 24:10 Will Luton stay up? 26:15 Everton win three in a row! 28:40 Chelsea – who's standing up in the big moments? 32:45 Full of praise for free-scoring Fulham 34:55 Disagreements on Question Time!

Bottom of the group having conceded 14 goals in only 5 group stage games, Man United now stand on the brink of Champions League elimination... But despite some costly individual errors, is it really all goalkeeper Andre Onana's fault?   Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton, Man United writer Carl Anka and our Italian football writer James Horncastle. Produced by Adonis Pratsides Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the news that Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold will be stepping down to be replaced by Patrick Stewart on an interim basis, and with billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company INEOS set to buy a 25 per cent stake in United, does this move represent the start of a change of direction after a difficult 12 months at the club?  And can United live up to the claim they made to investors, that with the right support they can enjoy billion pound revenues?  Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Dan Sheldon. Produced by Guy Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead *** • This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Find your bright spot this season, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/ATHLETICFOOTBALL today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Forget the famous ‘Battle of the Bridge', Tottenham vs Chelsea was 'Monday night Madness' in North London. Host Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton, Chelsea writer Liam Twomey and Spurs writer Charlie Eccleshare to explore whether Postecoglou's side really emerged stronger in defeat? Plus, what can Chelsea take from a huge win that was arguably one of their worst performances of the season? Produced by Adonis Pratsides & Jay Beale Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead *** • Make time to chill this holiday season and reach for the beer that's Made to Chill. Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Drizly or Instacart by going to coorslight.com/athleticfootball  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At Old Trafford yesterday Manchester City proved once again they are levels above Manchester United. How much is Erik ten Hag to blame and is he right to say United are still moving in the right direction after being outclassed by City? Or with all the turmoil off pitch going on, at one of the worlds biggest clubs, does he simply have an impossible job? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Dan Sheldon. Produced by Guy Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead *** • Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Drizly or Instacart by going to coorslight.com/athleticfootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the eve of his first anniversary as Aston Villa manager, Unai Emery has Villa within striking distance of the top of the Premier League. Having returned to English football last season, following an ill-fated 18 month spell at Arsenal, Michael Bailey is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Gregg Evans to analyse the Spaniard's resurgence in the West Midlands. Aston Villa writer Jacob Tanswell shares his take on Villa's start to the season, their best season 1998/99, while Arsenal correspondent James McNicholas reviews his time in North London before assessing how he feels seeing Emery thrive at Villa Park. Produced by Guy Clarke Additional Production: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides ** • This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ATHLETICFOOTBALL and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Crossman is joined by Stewart Downing, Charlie Adam & The Athletic's Adam Crafton. They discuss Ollie Watkins' improvement and whether he could play up top with Harry Kane. Hear from Gareth Southgate's thoughts on Jordan Henderson being booed. With Scotland on the verge of qualification, the panel reveal more about Steve Clarke's character and qualities. Hear from Rob Page ahead of Wales-Croatia. Emma Sanders previews the WSL fixtures and the guys chat club fine culture. 01:50 Is Watkins Kane's biggest threat? 07:05 Ollie Watkins on his personal improvement 10:30 Can Watkins and Kane play together? 11:15 Southgate ‘doesn't understand' Henderson being booed 21:00 Scotland still on the verge of qualification 25:00 Should Liverpool's Ben Doak go out on loan? 28:40 Wales in a four-way tussle for qualification 29:20 Women's Super League weekend preview 33:45 Everton: Nothing Will Be The Same 35:55 Club fine culture

Following the release of the David Beckham documentary that everyone is talking about, Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton, Carl Anka and Felipe Cardenas to discuss Beckham and how he became a global icon that broke America. We'll also hear Adam in conversation with Paddy Harverson - former Manchester United Head of Communications, during the peak of Beckham's celebrity. How much of the documentary is a true reflection of the player and the man? Or is it all part of the Brand Beckham plan? Produced by Guy Clarke & Jay Beale Additional Production: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Bennett presents reaction to Saturday's Premier League action from a windy Turf Moor where Manchester United beat Burnley 1-0. He is joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, former England striker Natasha Dowie, and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. The podcast includes United's victory being described as "unconvincing" despite Erik Ten Hag's team recovering from three consecutive defeats. The panel then move on to Manchester City's win over Nottingham Forest in which key midfielder Rodri was shown a red card. Discussion also covers Everton gaining their first win of the season, along with Luton getting a first ever Premier League point, before a preview of Sunday's derby between Arsenal and Tottenham. Timecodes: 02:37 Burnley 0-1 Manchester United 13:50 Manchester City 2-0 Nottingham Forest 20:20 Brentford 1-3 Everton 25:50 Luton Town 1-1 Wolves 30:50 Arsenal v Spurs preview

Ayo Akinwolere is alongside The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Carl Anka to reflect on Manchester United's 3-1 humbling defeat at the hands of Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday at Old Trafford. The panel not only analyse where things went wrong on the pitch for United, but also the difference in infrastructure and preparation behind the scenes at both clubs with Brighton set for the start of their first-ever European campaign this week. How both clubs are set up for, and approach the transfer window, football identities within their squads as well as the respective roles of Erik Ten Hag and Roberto De Zerbi are also debated. Produced by Guy Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alistair Bruce-Ball talks Euro qualifiers for England, Scotland and Wales. He's joined by former England goalkeeper Rob Green, ex-Scotland winger Pat Nevin and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. Also hear from BBC Wales football correspondent Rob Phillips. And catch reaction from Kyle Walker, Marc Guéhi, Steve Clarke, John McGinn, Rob Page and former Wales captain Ashley Williams. 02:20 England's winning run is over 07:55 Which England player was the real winner? 10:50 Kyle Walker – ‘The pitch is not an excuse' 17:50 Marc Guéhi – ‘Maguire gives me calm' 23:15 Scotland on the brink of qualification 25:05 Steve Clarke & John McGinn struggle to contain their smiles 27:45 Has McTominay been misdiagnosed? 30:20 Under-pressure Wales boss Rob Page 33:45 Former Wales captain Ashley Williams on World Cup ‘hangover'

Ben Haines and Nedum Onuoha are joined by Aston Villa defender Rachel Corsie and The Athletic's Adam Crafton to review Liverpool's stunning comeback victory against Newcastle United at St James' Park. We hear from Jurgen Klopp, who says the game was one of the "most special" matches he's been involved in. The team also look at Manchester City's hard-fought 2-1 win at Sheffield United and assess Aston Villa's third victory in a week, as they cruised past Burnley. TIMECODES 04:00 Liverpool win 2-1 at Newcastle; 10:00 Can Darwin enjoy a prolific season? 15:50 Virgil van Dijk's red card and Trent Alexander-Arnold avoiding a second yellow; 23:25 Man City's 2-1 win over Sheffield United 41:35 Burnley 1-3 Aston Villa

On Monday afternoon Manchester United confirmed in a statement that Mason Greenwood would be allowed to leave to continue his career elsewhere, citing a 'mutual agreement' in their reasoning. Greenwood had been arrested in January 2022 after audios, photographs and videos appeared on Instagram. The charges in relation to these were dropped in February 2023. There's detail on the timeline of events from January 2022 up to United's statement on Monday, the amazing investigative journalism from The Athletic's Adam Crafton that much of the Podcast centre's around and includes United's initial willingness to reintegrate Greenwood into the first team squad. A decision that was overturned internally after a public backlash. If you're suffering from domestic abuse. the NHS advise ●      women can call The Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge on 0808 2000 247 for free at any time, day or night. The staff will offer confidential, non-judgemental information and support ●      talk to a doctor, health visitor or midwife ●      men can call Men's Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 (Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm), or visit the webchat at Men's Advice Line (Wednesday 10am to 11.30am and 2.30pm to 4pm) for non-judgemental information and support ●      men can also call ManKind on 0182 3334 244 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm) ●      if you identify as LGBT+ you can call Galop on 0800 999 5428 for emotional and practical support ●      anyone can call Karma Nirvana on 0800 5999 247 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) for forced marriage and honour crimes. You can also call 020 7008 0151 to speak to the GOV.UK Forced Marriage Unit ●      in an emergency, call 999   Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Ask James live stream at 930am BST on YouTube with an audio to follow shortly after. Today on Patreon: Money In Football - The Advertising of gambling from within the FPL Community For the full Planet FPL Schedule this week view this post: https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl Want to become a member of our FPL and SkyFF community and support the Podcast?  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl Follow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlanetFPLPod Follow Suj on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sujanshah Follow Clayton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Sarah Shephard, to reflect on Manchester United's U-turn over the decision to bring back Mason Greenwood and discuss what's next for both? What really happened in the days after Adam's reporting revealed Chief Executive Richard Arnold's plans for Greenwood's re-integration with the first team. And did the combined statements leave us with more questions than answers? Plus, the panel are joined by Theresa Parker from Women's Aid - who've been in contact with the club this week - on the lessons that still need to be learned from this. Produced by Adonis Pratsides Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mason Greenwood won't play for Manchester United again. Greenwood was one of the most exciting talents in world football two years ago, before he was arrested and charged for attempted rape, coercive control and assault. The charges were dropped by the CPS in February this year.The final decision on Greenwood's place at the club was announced yesterday, with a "mutual deicison" that he will be leaving. But just last week, there were rumours of a plan to bring the player back. So what happened? And what changed?Jon and Lewis talk to The Athletic's Adam Crafton, who has the inside story of what went on at Manchester United last week and we hear from TV presenter and fan of the club, Rachel Riley.Later, we take a look at the government's stance on small boats crossing the channel. Sunak said months ago that stopping the boats would be attainable. It seems he's now changed his tune.Editor: Tom HughesSenior Producer: Gabriel RadusProducer: Laura FitzPatrickSocial Media Editor: Georgia FoxwellPlanning Producer: Alex BarnettVideo Producer: Will Gibson-SmithThe News Agents is a Global Player Original and a Persephonica Production.

The Monday Night Club reacts to England's defeat in the FIFA Women's World Cup final. Mark Chapman is joined by Lioness Maya Le Tissier, former England players Izzy Christiansen, Micah Richards and Chris Sutton, and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. They dig into the Lionesses' World Cup final defeat to Spain and what the future holds. 02:20 Were Russo and Daly substituted too soon? 03:55 Pumped up Mary Earps ‘makes Maya die' 06:05 England suffer under Spanish pressure 07:10 Did Sarina Wiegman get it wrong? 11:35 Do Spain have more technical quality than England? 14:35 Adam Crafton owns Chris Sutton 16:00 Were England fans and media complacent? 21:35 Can England go again in 2027? 22:55 Will Sarina stay? 27:10 What can the sporting bodies learn from this World Cup?

Mason Greenwood was one of the most exciting talents in world football two years ago. A superstar in the making. But in January 2022, a social media video surfaced of Greenwood - he was arrested on suspicion of rape, coercive behaviour and assault - suspended by United, and he's not played since. But, charges were dropped earlier this year and the club now have a decision to make. Should Greenwood play for their club again? Or should they take a moral stand? We talk to The Athletic's Adam Crafton, and Em, who's protesting at tonight's Premier League opener.And we look at the government ditching cancer screening targets. Is this a good idea if they're constantly being missed... or does this just mean that more people will not be seen before it's too late? We speak to former Health Secretary Stephen Dorrell.Editor: Tom HughesSenior Producer: Gabriel RadusProducer: Laura FitzPatrickSocial Media Editor: Georgia FoxwellPlanning Producer: Alex BarnettVideo Producer: Rory SymonThe News Agents is a Global Player Original and a Persephonica Production.

Ben Haines & Nedum Onuoha react to Sunday's Premier League games with ex-Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker & The Athletic's Adam Crafton as Chelsea draw with Liverpool and Brentford hold Tottenham. Also hear from Mauricio Pochettino, Jürgen Klopp, Ange Postecoglou, James Maddison and Thomas Frank. The panel also discuss the future of Brighton's Moisés Caicedo. 02:30 Biggest weekend takeaways 03:30 Chelsea look "more a team" than ever under Poch 13:10 Debut goals and THAT bow and arrow 14:45 Liverpool & THAT reaction from Salah 18:30 Philosophical Nedum 21:10 Caicedo latest - Chelsea looking strongest in negotiations 25:25 Tottenham are Harry Kane-less, but Ange building something different 36:15 Nedum's moment of the weekend

In 2019 Manchester United signed defender Harry Maguire for a world-record £80m for a defender, four years later he's set to join West Ham in a £30m deal. Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Mark Critchley to assess where it went wrong for Maguire at Old Trafford, his importance to England ahead of Euro 2024 and why moving to West Ham could rejuvenate the 30-year-old. Produced by Guy Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So Erik ten Hag has been able to strengthen his squad in three key positions this summer already but will the arrival of Mason Mount, Andre Onana and Rasmus Hojlund help Manchester United close the gap to Man City? Host Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Carl Anka, to discuss what United have learnt from their recent mistakes in the transfer market, why they didn't pull out all the stops for Harry Kane, replacing David de Gea and the protracted sale of the football club. Produced by Adonis Pratsides Additional production: Mike Stavrou & Jay Beale Executive Producer: Adrian Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Chapman is joined by Saudi journalist Ahmed Al-Omran and The Athletic's Adam Crafton to explore the incredible transfer strategy undertaken by the Saudi Arabian Pro-League and the influence of the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund. We'll hear from Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters and Pep Guardiola before finding out why ex-Wigan midfielder Max Power moved there. Finally the environmental concerns of the expansion are explored as well as what the future of the sport looks like, with Saudi Arabia as a big player. TIMECODES: 10:18 – Structure of the Pro-League 18:16 – Transfers 29:10 – Pep Guardiola and Richard Masters 35:55 – Max Power and his move to Saudi 44:20 – Greenwashing

Mark Chapman is joined by Saudi journalist Ahmed Al-Omran and The Athletic's Adam Crafton to explore the Kingdom's society, ethics, economic power and interest in football. The BBC's Middle East Business Correspondent Sameer Hashimi drops by to offer his perspective before interviews with Pro League board member Peter Hutton and the BBC's Security Correspondent Frank Gardner about his life-changing experiences there and the concept of sportswashing. TIMECODES: 02:20 – Modern Day Saudi Arabia 18:20 – Peter Hutton speaking to BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan 38:18 – Frank Gardner 49:17 – Sportswashing

Why do Arsenal want to sign Brentford's David Raya and what does it mean for current number one (and fan-favourite) Aaron Ramsdale? Host Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Arsenal writer Art de Roché, to dig into David Ornstein's exclusive... Did something happen on tour in the US? Can a closer look at the Arsenal Women's team shed some light on Arteta's thinking and is there ever actually room for two top goalkeepers at a football club? Professional goalkeeper coach and former player David Preece shares his perspective. Plus, our data writer Mark Carey takes a closer look at Raya's numbers from last season. Produced by Adonis Pratsides Additional Production: Jay Beale, Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adrian Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Paul is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. They reflect on Granit Xhaka leaving Arsenal and César Azpilicueta departing Chelsea – and also hear from a Chelsea fan who contributed to the ‘we just call him Dave' banner. The panel chat England U21s as they make it through to their first European Championship final since 2009. And they hear from Forest Green Rovers new caretaker boss Hannah Dingley - she's the first woman to manage a professional men's team in English football. TOPICS: 4:10 – Xhaka, 10:45 – Azpilicueta, 20:10 – Young Lions, 26:30 – Hannah Dingley.

As Manchester City sweep all before them to win a treble, where does City's dominant season rank in comparison with those conjured by teams across football and other sports down the years? Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Jack Pitt-Brooke to share the teams they think are the greatest in sporting history, the various caveats & bias we all hold plus debate the futility on agreeing on these debates in the first place! *** • This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/athleticfootball and get on your way to being your best self Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Paul presents day-after reflections on Manchester City winning the Champions League. Steve Crossman is in Istanbul with Jonathan Woodgate and correspondent John Murray. Aaron is joined by former City goalie David James, The Athletic's Adam Crafton and City fan Steve. And hear from Kevin De Bruyne and Pep Guardiola. TOPICS: 6:10 – De Bruyne, 9:35 – Guardiola, 18:10 – David James & Adam Crafton, 32:50 – City fan Steve.

Mark Chapman is joined by Micah Richards, Wolves defender Conor Coady and The Athletic's Adam Crafton as Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou has agreed to become Tottenham's new manager. The panel discuss whether Postecoglou is the right fit for Tottenham and whether the club should sell Harry Kane, as Real Madrid join the race to sign him. Conor Coady gives us an incredible insight inside the dressing at Everton as they survived relegation from the Premier League on the final day of the season. The team also chat about how Manchester City defender John Stones is ‘reinventing football' in his new midfield position this season, following their FA Cup victory at the weekend. And which VIP party was Micah not invited to? TOPICS: 2'10” – Micah misses out on a VIP party 5'00” – Ange Postecoglou agrees to become the new Tottenham manager 18'00” – Celtic podcaster Hamish Carton on Postecoglou 25'30” – Harry Kane's future 37'46” – Coady on Everton 49'50” – John Stones' role this season

Ben Haines is joined by Liverpool striker Natasha Dowie and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. The team look ahead to Man City's Champions League final against Inter Milan and discuss what Manchester United need to do next season. England's Lucy Bronze and Keira Walsh are Champions League winners as Barcelona came from behind to beat Wolfsburg. The Herald's Adam Miller drops by to chat about Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou's link to the vacant Spurs job. And what next for Karim Benzema, who leaves Real Madrid after 14 years at the club? TOPICS: 05:10 FA Cup final 08:50 Manchester United 15:37 Man City 17:50 Champions League final 21:54 Lucy Bronze and Barcelona 32:55 Postecoglou chat with Adam Miller 40:10 Karim Benzema

So Manchester City are Premier League champions for the fifth time in the past six years. But off the pitch questions remain after over 100 Premier League charges - for allegedly breaching financial regulations - were brought against the club.. So is there an asterisk over City's success until the charges are resolved either way? Or will the allegations just be forgotten about as more titles are collected and the long process drags on?  Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and our Manchester City correspondent Sam Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Manchester United really back? That was the feeling back in February after winning the League Cup and beating Barcelona. But now league form is faltering and their Champions League place is under threat from arch-rivals Liverpool and do they have enough in the tank to stop City winning a possible treble? All this plus the uncertainty over the ownership rumbles on. Ian Irving sits down to discuss it all with The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Laurie Whitwell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most talked about football takeovers in Premier League history. Eighteen months on from the Saudi Arabian-backed takeover of Newcastle United, it's still on the minds of fans and football executives. Sally and Simon talk it through with The Athletic's Adam Crafton. And Newcastle fans Callum and Charlotte (from the Newcastle United supporters trust) tell us what it's been like being a fan of the club since the new owners came in.PRODUCTION TEAM:This episode was made by Josh Jenkins with Maia Lowerson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The podcast lead for BBC Radio 5 Live is Matt Smith. The assistant commissioner is Stevie Middleton. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.JOIN THE CLUB:Send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 0330 123 9480 Email howtobuyafootballclub@bbc.co.uk Or use #HowToBuyAFootballClubCLIP CREDITS:BBC Radio 5 Live BBC Radio Newcastle BBC Sport parliamentlive.tv/Committees

Tottenham absolutely fell apart yesterday, hammered 6-1 by Newcastle at St James' Park - they are also currently without a first team manager, director of football So where do Spurs begin with fixing all these issues both on and off the pitch? And has the club really got the ambition to compete with the very best? Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton, Jack Pitt-Brooke - our Tottenham correspondent who was at St James Park yesterday - and also Tim Spiers who has also covered Spurs this season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Lukaku's disappointing loan spell at Inter is coming to an end, Chelsea's problems in front of goal show no signs of abating, so, is it time for a reunion? Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Chelsea correspondent Liam Twomey to discuss... Was the infamous Sky Italia interview the last straw for then head coach Thomas Tuchel, and could Lukaku's return actually help the club's muddled recruitment strategy start to make sense on the pitch? Plus, James Horncastle reflects on the striker's time in Italy, why June 30th is such an important date in Todd Boehly's calendar and why the whole Lukaku situation may become an uncomfortably familiar one for supporters in the near future. Produced by Adonis Pratsides Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & journalist and former Arsenal midfielder Adrian Clarke. If last week at Anfield was perhaps a point gained, then yesterday at the London stadium was definitely two points dropped. Losing 'control' at crucial moments in games, have they lost control of the title race? How much has Arsenal's lack of depth in squad hurt them and what do they need to do in the summer to address this? The Athletic's David Ornstein brings the latest news on Arsenal's purist of Declan Rice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Somers has reaction to Sunday's football, including West Ham 2-2 Arsenal. She's joined by ex-Aston Villa defender Neil Taylor, former Tottenham Women head coach Rehanne Skinner and The Athletic's Adam Crafton. Also hear from Mikel Arteta and David Moyes. Catch Erik ten Hag and Steve Cooper after Nottingham Forest 0-2 Manchester United, and listen to Emma Hayes and Carla Ward after Aston Villa 0-1 Chelsea in the Women's FA Cup. TOPICS: 1:45 – Arsenal, 14:55 – title race, 22:40 – West Ham, 31:40 – Forest-Man Utd, 40:35 – Villa-Chelsea.

Mark Chapman presents the Monday Night Club. He's joined by ex-Premier League winners Chris Sutton and Micah Richards, as well as The Athletic's Adam Crafton. They reflect on the sackings of Graham Potter from Chelsea and Brendan Rodgers from Leicester. They also look at Aston Villa's recent improvement under Unai Emery. TOPICS: 3:40 – Chelsea 20:10 – Leicester 35:30 – Aston Villa

Does Bukayo Saka need better protection from Premier League referees? Do Arsenal themselves rely too heavily on the 21-year-old, and, with the world at his feet, how seismic a moment is it in Arteta's 'process' that he has decided to commit his future to his boyhood club? Host Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Arsenal correspondent Amy Lawrence to discuss... How do you stop 'rotational fouling', where does he rank in terms of most-fouled PL players, do top players even want a rest and how central is he to Arsenal's renaissance? Plus, will he end up being a one-club man and why the comparisons with David 'Rocky' Rocastle are so poignant. Produced by Adonis Pratsides Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Chapman presents the Monday Night Club. He's joined by Premier League winners Micah Richards and Chris Sutton, as well as The Athletic's Adam Crafton. The panel reflect on the League Cup finals in England and Scotland, also hearing from Erik ten Hag and Charlotte Robson from True Faith Podcast. TOPICS: 4:55 – Man Utd, 26:05 – Newcastle Utd, 39:20 – Celtic-Rangers.

Mark Chapman presents a special Football Daily with Brentford boss Thomas Frank. Premier League winners Micah Richards and Chris Sutton, and The Athletic's Adam Crafton are on the panel. They talk about the strains of management and its impact on home life. Also hear from former Cardiff manager Mark Hudson after a family video of him went viral. TOPICS: 4:25 – Mark Hudson, 7:10 – Thomas Frank.

Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton & Laurie Whitwell to discuss whether this is the start of something big for Erik Ten Hag at Old Trafford or another false dawn as seen under the likes of Louis van Gaal, José Mourinho & Ole Gunnar Solskjaer The Athletic's Newcastle writer Chris Waugh shares his thoughts from Wembley, outlining where improvement is needed despite the giant step forward under Eddie Howe at the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A win's a win... The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey are alongside Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the narrow 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge. Perhaps the most exciting thing to happen SW6 was the unveiling of Mykhailo Mudryk at half-time - after an audacious swoop over the weekend to snatch him from the grasps of Arsenal. The Athletic's Adam Crafton has watched him closely at Shakhtar Donetsk and joins us to give the lowdown on the deal and what Chelsea fans can expect from the £89 million man... Elsewhere, the return of the WSL from the winter break saw the Blues pick up a precious point against title rivals Arsenal thanks to a last gasp goal from Sam Kerr in front of more than 46,000 fans at the Emirates. Jessy Parker Humphrey's sends us a match report on what could prove to be a decisive draw in the fight for the title. We'll be back on Thursday to look ahead to the Crisis Club Derby as Graham Potter's side make the trip to Anfield to take on Liverpool! Produced by Lucy Oliva. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Crossman and guests chew the fat after the dust has settled on England's quarter-final defeat to France. He's joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and former England internationals Rob Green and Leon Osman. Also hear from Gareth Southgate. Plus, the panel look ahead to the semi-finals with Morocco's Adel Taarabt. TOPICS: 0:55 – England, 16:40 – Southgate, 26:15 – Morocco's Adel Taarabt LIVE interview.

The Athletic has a brand new documentary series following Ukrainian football club Shakhtar Donetsk. Here is an introduction to the series. In this episode, The Athletic's Adam Crafton speaks to Taras Stepanenko, the captain of Ukrainian football club Shakhtar Donetsk, as he and his young family take refuge in an underground shelter when war breaks out in Ukraine.  Adam also meets with Shakhtar's Croatian head coach, Igor Jovicevic, who was separated from his family when Russia invaded.  Meanwhile, as the team prepares for their first match in Europe's elite competition, the Champions League, we hear from Shakhtar midfielder Ivan Petryak, who lost a family member to the war with Russia. With all the odds against Shakhtar, can the Ukrainian club pull off a shock victory against the German club Red Bull Leipzig? Credits Presenter: Adam Crafton Producers: Adam Crafton, Abi Paterson, Mike Stavrou Sound mixing: Ollie Bellwood Featuring footage from: The Daily, AP, ABC News, Sport BILD, DW News, Al Jazeera, and BT Sport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices