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It has been billed as women's football 'reimagined' but with the inaugural edition behind us, what really is World Sevens Football (W7F) offering to the sport's global ecosystem?This week on Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan are joined by USWNT legend Tobin Heath to discuss her role as the chair of player advisory council in developing the innovative seven-a-side tournament. Why was W7F such a breath of fresh air for players, and how can W7F disrupt the status quo?Then The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur, joins the podcast to give her perspective from covering the W7F on the media side and the concerns regarding its hand-picked competing teams. Plus, Charlotte gives her inside view on Tuesday's sudden news that Mary Earps has retired from international soccer._______________Articles mentioned on the show: Inside World Sevens Football: A $5m prize pot, rolling subs, DJ sets and plenty of personalityInside Mary Earps' shock England retirement: Anger from Wiegman, mixed feelings from team-mates_______________HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg LinehanGUESTS: Tobin Heath, Charlotte HarpurPRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-HughesVIDEO PRODUCER: Lia GriffinEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen_______________Get in touch: ⁠⁠fulltime@theathletic.com⁠⁠Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub ⁠⁠here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Lawrence and Adrian Clarke join Ian Stone to reflect on Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Barcelona in Lisbon, to secure the clubs second Women's Champions League 18 years on from the first.Stina Blackstenius was the hero, scoring the winner just seven minutes after coming off the bench. The panel discuss Renee Slegers impact since becoming manager back in October, including her connection with the squad and how she's improved them tactically. We hear from Blackstenius, Beth Mead and Chloe Kelly speaking to The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur post game, and Art de Roché drops by to give his thoughts on a brave and intelligent performance. Amy and Adrian make a start on our end of season awards for the men's side, looking back at the highlights and lowlights of the campaign, choosing their player of the season, goal of the season, moment they wished could be different plus many, many more.We'll be back on Wednesday with James and Art to talk more about the women's monumental triumph, continue the awards and answer your questions, you can email us at handbrake@theathletic.com.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just as the NWSL was flirting with predictability, Week 6 delivered one of the most entertaining and dramatic weekends in the league's recent memory. On this week's Full Time Review, Theo Lloyd-Hughes and Melanie Anzidei break down what was behind the extraordinary comebacks in Week 6 of the NWSL, as well as what is helping to organically evolve the rivalry between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC. PLUS: A historic Sunday of UEFA Women's Champions League semifinal action. How did Arsenal pull off a shock in France? Why is Barcelona still so far ahead of Chelsea? The Athletic's Megan Feringa and Charlotte Harpur joined the podcast live from Stamford Bridge to share their thoughts and analysis. _______________ Articles mentioned on the show: Arsenal reach first Women's Champions League final since 2007 after win over Lyon Chelsea 1 Barcelona 4 (2-8 agg): Quadruple hopes end, system change disaster, Barcelona irrepressible NWSL teams are embracing tension, new and old: ‘People love a good sports rivalry' NWSL requested permission to start a new second division. What does it mean for women's soccer? _______________ HOST: Theo Lloyd-Hughes GUEST: Melanie Anzidei, Charlotte Harpur, Megan Feringa PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen _______________ Get in touch: ⁠fulltime@theathletic.com⁠ Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltime Subscribe to the Full Time newsletter ⁠here⁠ Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub ⁠here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just as the NWSL was flirting with predictability, Week 6 delivered one of the most entertaining and dramatic weekends in the league's recent memory. On this week's Full Time Review, Theo Lloyd-Hughes and Melanie Anzidei break down what was behind the extraordinary comebacks in Week 6 of the NWSL, as well as what is helping to organically evolve the rivalry between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC. PLUS: A historic Sunday of UEFA Women's Champions League semifinal action. How did Arsenal pull off a shock in France? Why is Barcelona still so far ahead of Chelsea?The Athletic's Megan Feringa and Charlotte Harpur joined the podcast live from Stamford Bridge to share their thoughts and analysis. _______________Articles mentioned on the show: Arsenal reach first Women's Champions League final since 2007 after win over LyonChelsea 1 Barcelona 4 (2-8 agg): Quadruple hopes end, system change disaster, Barcelona irrepressibleNWSL teams are embracing tension, new and old: ‘People love a good sports rivalry'NWSL requested permission to start a new second division. What does it mean for women's soccer?_______________HOST: Theo Lloyd-HughesGUEST: Melanie Anzidei, Charlotte Harpur, Megan FeringaPRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-HughesVIDEO PRODUCER: Lia GriffinEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen_______________Get in touch: ⁠fulltime@theathletic.com⁠Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter ⁠here⁠Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub ⁠here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been an 'interesting' time for Manchester United Women in the last two years or so. Big names have left, crowd numbers wobbling, yet the team's performance is impressively robust.Uncertainty remains, though, with Marc Skinner's future unclear, an interim boss, and significant question marks about Sir Jim Ratcliffe's enthusiasm for the project.Charlotte Harpur joins Ian, Carl, and Andy, to look at their pursuit of Champions League football, derby day success, and another FA Cup win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been an 'interesting' time for Manchester United Women in the last two years or so. Big names have left, crowd numbers wobbling, yet the team's performance is impressively robust. Uncertainty remains, though, with Marc Skinner's future unclear, an interim boss, and significant question marks about Sir Jim Ratcliffe's enthusiasm for the project. Charlotte Harpur joins Ian, Carl, and Andy, to look at their pursuit of Champions League football, derby day success, and another FA Cup win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another Full Time Focus, the new Friday podcast hosted by Jillian Sakovits that gets you ready for the weekend's action while also catching you up on the key women's soccer news that developed during the week.On the show this week: Jillian has the latest to get you ready for the NWSL weekend, where the league's top-four teams from 2024 are all set to clash in a fascinating double-header. Plus, all the latest from a busy off-field news week. After that, Charlotte Harpur and Jessy Parker Humphreys join the podcast to help analyze what's going on in Europe. The trio breakdown how Manchester City handed Chelsea its first defeat of the Sonia Bompastor era in Wednesday's Champions League quarterfinal first leg, as well as the other three knockout matches._______________Articles mentioned on the show: How Manchester City inflicted Chelsea's first defeat of the Sonia Bompastor eraNWSL's Denver expansion team announces stadium plans to open in 2028_______________HOST: Jillian SakovitsGUEST: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Charlotte HarpurPRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-HughesVIDEO PRODUCER: Lia GriffinEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen_______________Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.comFollow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter hereVisit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another Full Time Focus, the new Friday podcast hosted by Jillian Sakovits that gets you ready for the weekend's action while also catching you up on the key women's soccer news that developed during the week. On the show this week: Jillian has the latest to get you ready for the NWSL weekend, where the league's top-four teams from 2024 are all set to clash in a fascinating double-header. Plus, all the latest from a busy off-field news week. After that, Charlotte Harpur and Jessy Parker Humphreys join the podcast to help analyze what's going on in Europe. The trio breakdown how Manchester City handed Chelsea its first defeat of the Sonia Bompastor era in Wednesday's Champions League quarterfinal first leg, as well as the other three knockout matches. _______________ Articles mentioned on the show: How Manchester City inflicted Chelsea's first defeat of the Sonia Bompastor era NWSL's Denver expansion team announces stadium plans to open in 2028 _______________ HOST: Jillian Sakovits GUEST: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Charlotte Harpur PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen _______________ Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.com Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltime Subscribe to the Full Time newsletter here Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first edition of Full Time Focus, a new Friday podcast hosted by Jillian Sakovits that gets you ready for the weekend's action while also catching you up on the key women's soccer news that developed during the week. On the show this week: Jillian has the latest on Mal Swanson and some NWSL opening day history, then Jeff Rueter joins to talk about his data-driven analysis of 14 players to watch in the 2025 season. After that, attention shifts to England and a truly chaotic week ahead of the Women's League Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City. Charlotte Harpur hops on the podcast to help unpack the fallout for City following the shock decision to sack head coach Gareth Taylor just days before that match. Charlotte also has some warming anecdotes from half an hour spent in the company of former NWSL MVP turned Manchester City player Kerolin. _______________ Articles mentioned on the show: NWSL players to watch: Key performers for every team in 2025 Manchester City part ways with head coach Gareth Taylor Manchester City captain Alex Greenwood ‘shocked' by Gareth Taylor exit What does Manchester City's Kerolin Nicoli want? The Ballon d'Or _______________ HOST: Jillian Sakovits GUEST: Jeff Rueter, Charlotte Harpur PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen _______________ Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.com Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltime Subscribe to the Full Time newsletter here Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first edition of Full Time Focus, a new Friday podcast hosted by Jillian Sakovits that gets you ready for the weekend's action while also catching you up on the key women's soccer news that developed during the week.On the show this week: Jillian has the latest on Mal Swanson and some NWSL opening day history, then Jeff Rueter joins to talk about his data-driven analysis of 14 players to watch in the 2025 season.After that, attention shifts to England and a truly chaotic week ahead of the Women's League Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City. Charlotte Harpur hops on the podcast to help unpack the fallout for City following the shock decision to sack head coach Gareth Taylor just days before that match. Charlotte also has some warming anecdotes from half an hour spent in the company of former NWSL MVP turned Manchester City player Kerolin._______________Articles mentioned on the show: NWSL players to watch: Key performers for every team in 2025Manchester City part ways with head coach Gareth TaylorManchester City captain Alex Greenwood ‘shocked' by Gareth Taylor exitWhat does Manchester City's Kerolin Nicoli want? The Ballon d'Or_______________HOST: Jillian SakovitsGUEST: Jeff Rueter, Charlotte HarpurPRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-HughesVIDEO PRODUCER: Lia GriffinEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen_______________Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.comFollow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter hereVisit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our normal schedule resumes and we're back on some familiar subject matter, but not before another big interview courtesy of the team at The Athletic; this time, Charlotte Harpur sat down with Raphael Varane and while he spoke in a measured manner he was fairly candid about his time at the club.Manchester United's accounts were published on Wednesday and, even for those versed in the club's financial problems, some alarming figures emerged. Debt repayments resulting from the Glazer family's leveraged takeover have now passed £1b.On the pitch, it's the last ever trip to Goodison Park this week. After a long sustained period of success there, fortunes changed somewhat; a solid recent record might be threatened by a Blues side resurgent under the doubly familiar figure of David Moyes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our normal schedule resumes and we're back on some familiar subject matter, but not before another big interview courtesy of the team at The Athletic; this time, Charlotte Harpur sat down with Raphael Varane and while he spoke in a measured manner he was fairly candid about his time at the club. Manchester United's accounts were published on Wednesday and, even for those versed in the club's financial problems, some alarming figures emerged. Debt repayments resulting from the Glazer family's leveraged takeover have now passed £1b. On the pitch, it's the last ever trip to Goodison Park this week. After a long sustained period of success there, fortunes changed somewhat; a solid recent record might be threatened by a Blues side resurgent under the doubly familiar figure of David Moyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A smashed TV, a lack of cash, and more box office quotes from Ruben Amorim who told the media after his side's 1-0 win at Fulham he would prefer to name his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach Jorge Vital on the bench ahead of Marcus Rashford.Having made it four wins from five, are Man United showing signs of improvement under Amorim?Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Manchester United correspondent Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critchley with Charlotte Harpur also dropping by to discuss Amorim's handling of the media and his man-management.Plus, with a week left of the January transfer window there's a focus on United's finances and whether they will be able to spend their way back up the Premier League table.Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: Laurie Whitwell, Mark Critchley and Charlotte HarpurExecutive Producer: Abi PatersonProducer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A smashed TV, a lack of cash, and more box office quotes from Ruben Amorim who told the media after his side's 1-0 win at Fulham he would prefer to name his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach Jorge Vital on the bench ahead of Marcus Rashford. Having made it four wins from five, are Man United showing signs of improvement under Amorim? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Manchester United correspondent Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critchley with Charlotte Harpur also dropping by to discuss Amorim's handling of the media and his man-management. Plus, with a week left of the January transfer window there's a focus on United's finances and whether they will be able to spend their way back up the Premier League table. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Laurie Whitwell, Mark Critchley and Charlotte Harpur Executive Producer: Abi Paterson Producer: Guy Clarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Full Time, Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan take a deep dive into the new world of NCAA rookie free agency. Since the NWSLPA inked a new CBA with the league in 2024, which abolished the draft, what has it been like to navigate turning pro in this historic offseason? To help with the discussion, Tamerra and Meg spoke to rookies out of UCLA, Quincy McMahon (now San Diego Wave) and Lilly Reale (now Gotham FC), soccer agent Gabriel Chapman from Inspired XI, and Gotham FC GM Yael Averbuch-West. PLUS: Meg unpacks her reporting on the impending world-record transfer of Naomi Girma to Chelsea. And, while talking a little NWSL and English WSL crossover, The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur joins the show to give the latest on the title race, an instantly classic Manchester Derby, and what Girma's signing means. Oh, and yes, the schedule is out. Meg says so. _______________ Articles mentioned on the show: Chelsea and San Diego finalizing record $1.1 million transfer for USWNT's Naomi Girma: Sources Manchester City complete signing of Kerolin from North Carolina Courage USWNT defender Naomi Girma as $1m transfer pioneer should surprise nobody NWSL schedule release: Key matchups, how to watch and the return of Decision Day Manchester United's intensity forced City into the errors that sealed historic win _______________ HOSTS: Meg Linehan, Tamerra Griffin GUESTS: Charlotte Harpur, Quincy McMahon, Lilly Reale, Gabriel Chapman, Yael Averbuch-West PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen _______________ Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.com Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltime Subscribe to the Full Time newsletter here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Full Time, Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan take a deep dive into the new world of NCAA rookie free agency. Since the NWSLPA inked a new CBA with the league in 2024, which abolished the draft, what has it been like to navigate turning pro in this historic offseason?To help with the discussion, Tamerra and Meg spoke to rookies out of UCLA, Quincy McMahon (now San Diego Wave) and Lilly Reale (now Gotham FC), soccer agent Gabriel Chapman from Inspired XI, and Gotham FC GM Yael Averbuch-West.PLUS: Meg unpacks her reporting on the impending world-record transfer of Naomi Girma to Chelsea. And, while talking a little NWSL and English WSL crossover, The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur joins the show to give the latest on the title race, an instantly classic Manchester Derby, and what Girma's signing means.Oh, and yes, the schedule is out. Meg says so. _______________Articles mentioned on the show:Chelsea and San Diego finalizing record $1.1 million transfer for USWNT's Naomi Girma: SourcesManchester City complete signing of Kerolin from North Carolina CourageUSWNT defender Naomi Girma as $1m transfer pioneer should surprise nobodyNWSL schedule release: Key matchups, how to watch and the return of Decision DayManchester United's intensity forced City into the errors that sealed historic win_______________HOSTS: Meg Linehan, Tamerra GriffinGUESTS: Charlotte Harpur, Quincy McMahon, Lilly Reale, Gabriel Chapman, Yael Averbuch-WestPRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-HughesVIDEO PRODUCER: Lia GriffinEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen_______________Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.comFollow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Matt Davies-Adams and a host of festive friends after another enthralling Premier League weekend.It's box-office at Spurs again as league leaders Liverpool win 6-3 in North London. Are we normalising the incredible achievements of Arne Slot? And how long does Ange have left?Man City are in 7th place, a full 12 points off top spot after yet another defeat at Villa. Are they paying for a lack of future-proofing?Tim Spiers and Charlotte Harpur watch a couple of incredible 3-0 away wins for Wolves at the King Power and Bournemouth at Old Trafford. Should Ruben Amorim have taken the United job?Plus who are Forest's biggest challengers for 4th? And what's going on at Swindon?Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Tottenham 3-6 Liverpool with James Pearce (03.30)• PART 1b: Arsenal win, Chelsea don't (14.00)• PART 2a: Leicester 0-3 Wolves with Tim Spiers (21.00) • PART 2b: Man United 0-3 Bournemouth with Charlotte Harpur (28.00)• PART 2c: Fulham 0-0 Southampton (34.00)• PART 3a: Swindon struggling while Forest stay 4th (36.00)• PART 3b: Aston Villa 2-1 Man City (43.00)• PART 3c: Ipswich 0-4 Newcastle & West Ham 1-1 Brighton (50.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Matt Davies-Adams and a host of festive friends after another enthralling Premier League weekend. It's box-office at Spurs again as league leaders Liverpool win 6-3 in North London. Are we normalising the incredible achievements of Arne Slot? And how long does Ange have left? Man City are in 7th place, a full 12 points off top spot after yet another defeat at Villa. Are they paying for a lack of future-proofing? Tim Spiers and Charlotte Harpur watch a couple of incredible 3-0 away wins for Wolves at the King Power and Bournemouth at Old Trafford. Should Ruben Amorim have taken the United job? Plus who are Forest's biggest challengers for 4th? And what's going on at Swindon? Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER:  • PART 1a: Tottenham 3-6 Liverpool with James Pearce (03.30) • PART 1b: Arsenal win, Chelsea don't (14.00) • PART 2a: Leicester 0-3 Wolves with Tim Spiers (21.00)  • PART 2b: Man United 0-3 Bournemouth with Charlotte Harpur (28.00) • PART 2c: Fulham 0-0 Southampton (34.00) • PART 3a: Swindon struggling while Forest stay 4th (36.00) • PART 3b: Aston Villa 2-1 Man City (43.00) • PART 3c: Ipswich 0-4 Newcastle & West Ham 1-1 Brighton (50.00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Full Time, Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan unpack the USWNT's eventful final matches of 2024 against England and the Netherlands. To help do that, The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur and Megan Feringa pop in to offer their perspective from being at those friendlies in London and The Hague. Which players stood out, and which struggled? How did the home fans receive Emma Hayes on her return to Wembley Stadium? Do the Lionesses view the USWNT as their biggest rival? Will the American midfield ever get fixed? PLUS: Tamerra and Meg discuss the failure of the NWSL to protect Barbra Banda amid racist and transphobic attacks and bad-faith media in women's sports needs to be called out. _______________ NWSL missed a chance to help Barbra Banda amid bad-faith attacks. More are inevitable Alyssa Naeher stays true to her stoic ways in final game, but U.S. teammates are full of emotion Wales reach first major women's tournament; Rhian Wilkinson: ‘A generation that's going to change everything' Carli Lloyd undoubtedly earned her National Soccer Hall of Fame induction, and few will argue Former USWNT coach Jill Ellis leaving San Diego Wave role to become FIFA's chief football officer _______________ HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan GUESTS: Charlotte Harpur, Megan Feringa PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen _______________ Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.com Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltime Subscribe to the Full Time newsletter here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Full Time, Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan unpack the USWNT's eventful final matches of 2024 against England and the Netherlands.To help do that, The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur and Megan Feringa pop in to offer their perspective from being at those friendlies in London and The Hague.Which players stood out, and which struggled? How did the home fans receive Emma Hayes on her return to Wembley Stadium? Do the Lionesses view the USWNT as their biggest rival? Will the American midfield ever get fixed?PLUS: Tamerra and Meg discuss the failure of the NWSL to protect Barbra Banda amid racist and transphobic attacks and bad-faith media in women's sports needs to be called out._______________NWSL missed a chance to help Barbra Banda amid bad-faith attacks. More are inevitableAlyssa Naeher stays true to her stoic ways in final game, but U.S. teammates are full of emotionWales reach first major women's tournament; Rhian Wilkinson: ‘A generation that's going to change everything'Carli Lloyd undoubtedly earned her National Soccer Hall of Fame induction, and few will argueFormer USWNT coach Jill Ellis leaving San Diego Wave role to become FIFA's chief football officer_______________HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg LinehanGUESTS: Charlotte Harpur, Megan FeringaPRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-HughesVIDEO PRODUCER: Lia GriffinEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen_______________Get in touch: fulltime@theathletic.comFollow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The era of Ruud's interim Reds has come to an end, and it's been a near-perfect run. Three wins from four games, including Sunday's 3-0 win over Leicester, sees confidence much-improved since Erik Ten Hag left. Ruben Amorim was due to start work at Manchester United on Monday 11th November, but visa friction may mean a slight delay. Nevertheless, we've got some fascinating material gathered by Charlotte Harpur as we try to get under the skin of the new man. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The era of Ruud's interim Reds has come to an end, and it's been a near-perfect run. Three wins from four games, including Sunday's 3-0 win over Leicester, sees confidence much-improved since Erik Ten Hag left.Ruben Amorim was due to start work at Manchester United on Monday 11th November, but visa friction may mean a slight delay. Nevertheless, we've got some fascinating material gathered by Charlotte Harpur as we try to get under the skin of the new man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Stone is joined by Adrian Clarke, Art de Roché and The Athletic's women's footballer writer Charlotte Harpur to reflect on Jonas Eidevall's departure from the club.The panel discuss the details behind the exit, what it means for Arsenal going forward, and how vocal fans are changing the culture of women's football.Plus, we look ahead to Bournemouth on Saturday as the Premier League returns.Produced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Stone is joined by Adrian Clarke, Art de Roché and The Athletic's women's footballer writer Charlotte Harpur to reflect on Jonas Eidevall's departure from the club. The panel discuss the details behind the exit, what it means for Arsenal going forward, and how vocal fans are changing the culture of women's football. Plus, we look ahead to Bournemouth on Saturday as the Premier League returns. Produced by Jay Beale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thomas Tuchel is set to become the new manager of England. The news broke on Tuesday night, but Jack Pitt-Brooke pounced into action, he joins us to explain the thinking.  There was some Nations League football too. Pol Ballus watched Spain beat Serbia,while I greatly enjoyed another battling performance from Scotland and their fans' merciless treatment of Cristiano Ronaldo. Plus, in words that sports writers have never before been able to type, Sir Alex Ferguson is going to lose his job at Manchester United. Adam Crafton has more on his big story.  And Arsenal are looking for a new manager of their women's team. Charlotte Harpur broke that one for us and she explains why it's all over for Jonas Eidevall.   Need something to read? La Liga president Javier Tebas has been sounding off about FIFA and Matt Slater is here to explain all:  https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5845608/2024/10/15/club-world-cup-fifa-criticism/  Presenter: Iain Macintosh With: Jack Pitt-Brooke, Pol Ballus, Carl Anka, Adam Crafton and Charlotte Harpur  Producer: Tom Fuller Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A battle, not the battle, between Manchester City and the Premier League has ended with a written verdict and both sides have moved quickly to claim victory. But who's right? And what does it mean? Thank heavens that Jacob Whitehead is here to explain it.  There's not very much football on for the next few days, but there is the Women's Champions League. Who's playing? What does it all mean? Charlotte Harpur is here to preview the games.  Plus, should you read Transformer, Neil Atkinson's new book about Jurgen Klopp? And what's all this about a new contract for Jhon Duran. And who in global football is injured this week? Find it all here.   Need something to read? Oli Kay is asking, what's next for Paul Pogba. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5822266/2024/10/07/pogba-juventus-dhea-cas/ Presenter: Iain Macintosh With: Jacob Whitehead, Charlotte Harpur Producer: Tom Fuller Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where do you even start with Manchester United? Two nil up, three two down and then Harry Maguire scores possibly the most important header of Erik Ten Hag's career. Is it a good result or a bad result? Does this intensify the pressure or relieve it? Does anyone know anymore? Charlotte Harpur was in Porto, she joins us to explain what just happened.  By contrast, Spurs had a far easier night and Jay Harris is here to tell us which of their young players caught the eye. And Simon Johnson was watching Chelsea, seeing if they can do stuff without Cole Palmer. And indeed they can.  Plus, we've got all the scores from the big games, some of the scores from the small games and some stuff on Inter Miami too.  Need something to read? Liam Twomey and Dan Sheldon have been speaking to the people who know Cole Palmer best to ask the entirely reasonable question, “Did anyone expect him to be this good?” Need something to listen to? The TIFO Podcast is back in its original form, it's sort of like Monty Python meets Match of the Day and it is, according to recent reviews, the second best podcast on our network. Behind us. Obviously.  Presenter: Iain Macintosh With: Jay Harris, Charlotte Harpur, Simon Johnson Producer: Abi Paterson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been another miserable weekend for Manchester United. Yes, they were reduced to ten men in the first half, but you sensed they'd lost the game long before then. They were fortunate that Spurs only scored three. Charlotte Harpur was there for us.  Barcelona's 100% record has gone, they were beaten 4-2 by Osasuna. How? Dermot Corrigan joins us to explain exactly what happened back there. And the big one in Madrid was a fiery affair. It ended 1-1 but that was only half the story… And what happened when the two biggest teams in German football went head to head at the weekend? Seb Stafford-Bloor knows because he went to watch. PLUS: All the important updates from all the divisions I run on my Football Manager saves. So that's England, Spain, Germany, Italy and France, plus the Netherlands, Portugal, Turkey, Scotland and the United States. We don't do Belgium because we don't understand what they do there. Presenter: Iain Macintosh With: Charlotte Harpur, Dermot Corrigan, Seb Stafford-Bloor Producer: Lucy Oliva Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Mitten secured an exclusive interview with Gary Neville this week, one which was reported widely (and sometimes inaccurately) by the press. We get his take first hand as the Old Trafford task force prepares to gather opinion from fans and local residents. The WSL returns this week, and The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur has just arrived in Manchester where she'll have a news brief including coverage of United's women's team. It's been an eventful summer, one that has seen significant changes to the squad, and there are many questions to be answered as Marc Skinner's side prepare for the visit of West Ham on Saturday. Erik Ten Hag's men brushed Barnsley aside in the Carabao Cup and are growing in confidence with a trip to Crystal Palace coming up this weekend. The Londonders aren't in their best form, so one thing is pretty much guaranteed; it will be more enjoyable than the last visit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Mitten secured an exclusive interview with Gary Neville this week, one which was reported widely (and sometimes inaccurately) by the press. We get his take first hand as the Old Trafford task force prepares to gather opinion from fans and local residents.The WSL returns this week, and The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur has just arrived in Manchester where she'll have a news brief including coverage of United's women's team. It's been an eventful summer, one that has seen significant changes to the squad, and there are many questions to be answered as Marc Skinner's side prepare for the visit of West Ham on Saturday.Erik Ten Hag's men brushed Barnsley aside in the Carabao Cup and are growing in confidence with a trip to Crystal Palace coming up this weekend. The Londonders aren't in their best form, so one thing is pretty much guaranteed; it will be more enjoyable than the last visit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo is back with Tim Spiers and Colin Millar for company after the first two quarter-finals go the distance at Euro 2024. It's not an easy watch but France are in the semi-finals after progressing past Portugal on penalties. Charlotte Harpur is feeling optimistic about the French style but how badly do they need a Giroud up front? Spain stun hosts Germany with a victory secured in the last-minute of extra time by Mikel Merino. Seb Stafford-Bloor reflects on a German campaign where everyone can hold their heads high. Saturday will see Netherlands face Turkey and England take on Switzerland. Valentin Schnorhk tells us how the best group of players the Swiss have ever had can make history and reach a semi-final for the very first time. Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull.   RUNNING ORDER:  • PART 1: France beat Portugal on pens with Charlotte Harpur (03.00) • PART 2: Spain 2-1 Germany with Seb Stafford-Bloor (17.00) • PART 3a: England v Switzerland preview with Valentin Schnorhk (31.00) • PART 3b: Netherlands v Turkey preview (42.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jimbo is back with Tim Spiers and Colin Millar for company after the first two quarter-finals go the distance at Euro 2024.It's not an easy watch but France are in the semi-finals after progressing past Portugal on penalties. Charlotte Harpur is feeling optimistic about the French style but how badly do they need a Giroud up front?Spain stun hosts Germany with a victory secured in the last-minute of extra time by Mikel Merino. Seb Stafford-Bloor reflects on a German campaign where everyone can hold their heads high.Saturday will see Netherlands face Turkey and England take on Switzerland. Valentin Schnorhk tells us how the best group of players the Swiss have ever had can make history and reach a semi-final for the very first time.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: France beat Portugal on pens with Charlotte Harpur (03.00)• PART 2: Spain 2-1 Germany with Seb Stafford-Bloor (17.00)• PART 3a: England v Switzerland preview with Valentin Schnorhk (31.00)• PART 3b: Netherlands v Turkey preview (42.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophie Penney is with Charlotte Harpur and Laia Cervello Herrero after Barcelona won the Champions League, beating eight-time winners Lyon for the first time to secure an unprecedented quadruple.  What was it like seeing Alexia Putellas' goal in person? What were the celebrations like in Spain? How did the Lyon players react? And does this mark the changing of the guard in European women's football?  Plus, as we look ahead to the Olympics, we talk about the hijab ban for French athletes with Yashmin Harun, chair and founder of England's largest Muslim women's sports charity, Muslimah Sports Association. And Meg Linehan tells us about her new relaunched show, Full Time with Meg Linehan.   HOST: Sophie Penney  WITH: Charlotte Harpur, Laia Cervello Herrero  PRODUCER: Sophie Penney  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Iain Macintosh Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sophie Penney is with Charlotte Harpur, Michael Cox and Katie Whyatt as Chelsea win the WSL title, crowning off Emma Hayes' 12 years in charge with her 14th major trophy.  As Hayes leaves for the U.S. Women's National Team we're asking what will the WSL look like without Hayes? Will other teams sniff out an opportunity? And will media interest stall? Plus, Lyon win the French league and we look ahead to their Champions League final against Barcelona with Laia Cervello Herrero.   HOST: Sophie Penney  WITH: Charlotte Harpur, Michael Cox, Katie Whyatt & Laia Cervello Herrero  PRODUCER: Sophie Penney  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Iain Macintosh Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The title race comes down to the final day. Sam Lee talks about the nerves of Man City. Art de Roche has one eye on Arsenal's bigger picture. It's farewell to Klopp at Anfield. James Pearce on Klopp's legacy. And the WSL title will be decided on Saturday. Charlotte Harpur sets the scene. Host: Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Harpur and Carl Anka join Sophie Penney after Manchester United beat Tottenham in the FA Cup final at Wembley to win their first major trophy.  Ella Toone and Bethany England react to the result and the wonder goal. And is this a turning point for Manchester United after a difficult season? Mary Earps' contract runs out this summer, after all.  Plus David Ornstein joins us to reveal why this moment was extra special for Nikita Parris.  And Art de Roche comes on to discuss why Arsenal let the WSL all-time top scorer Vivanne Miedema go. HOST: Sophie Penney  WITH: Charlotte Harpur, Carl Anka, David Ornstein and Art de Roche  PRODUCER: Sophie Penney  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Iain Macintosh Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sophie Penney brings you inside Stamford Bridge after Barcelona defeat Chelsea to reach the Champions League final and end Emma Hayes' dreams of a fairytale ending in front of a sell-out crowd.  You'll hear from Chelsea's Jess Carter and Fran Kirby, and Barcelona's Ona Batlle, plus a full analysis of tactics and what this means for Hayes' legacy from The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur, Michael Cox and Katie Whyatt, and Spanish journalist Marc Andres.  HOST: Sophie Penney  WITH: Charlotte Harpur, Michael Cox, Katie Whyatt and Marc Andres  PRODUCER: Sophie Penney  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Harpur and Laia Cervello Herrero join Sophie Penney after Chelsea beat Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final first leg - the Catalan side's first loss at home in over five years. How did Chelsea pull off that defensive masterclass? What went wrong with Barcelona's game plan? And can Chelsea do it again in the second leg?  Plus we look at the state of the Spanish league after Aitana Bonmati said nothing has changed since their World Cup win.   HOST: Sophie Penney  WITH: Charlotte Harpur and Laia Cervello Herrero  PRODUCER: Sophie Penney  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double trouble semi-final Saturday...Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson to tease ahead to Saturday evening's FA Cup semi-final showdown with Manchester City at Wembley.We ponder whether now's the perfect time to play Pep's side after their dramatic UCL defeat by Real Madrid, how we see the team lining up - and the realistic chances of progressing to another final.There's also a potentially season defining semi-final for CFCW to look forward to - heading out to Barcelona on Saturday afternoon in the first leg of their Champions League tie. The Athletic's women's football writer Charlotte Harpur joins us to look back on the important 3-0 win over Aston Villa in the WSL on Wednesday night and how that sets things up for this unenviably tricky tie against the Spanish giants.There's our obligatory Thursday quiz - and a bonus bit of audio as we hear a snippet from Simon's interview with Chelsea loanee Alex Matos - currently plying his trade at Huddersfield and relishing the challenge of keeping Town in the Championship amid a feisty relegation battle.We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the weekend's SF showdowns AND look ahead to Tuesday night's trip to The Emirates...HOST: Matt Davies-AdamsWITH: Liam Twomey & Simon JohnsonPRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Double trouble semi-final Saturday... Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson to tease ahead to Saturday evening's FA Cup semi-final showdown with Manchester City at Wembley. We ponder whether now's the perfect time to play Pep's side after their dramatic UCL defeat by Real Madrid, how we see the team lining up - and the realistic chances of progressing to another final. There's also a potentially season defining semi-final for CFCW to look forward to - heading out to Barcelona on Saturday afternoon in the first leg of their Champions League tie. The Athletic's women's football writer Charlotte Harpur joins us to look back on the important 3-0 win over Aston Villa in the WSL on Wednesday night and how that sets things up for this unenviably tricky tie against the Spanish giants. There's our obligatory Thursday quiz - and a bonus bit of audio as we hear a snippet from Simon's interview with Chelsea loanee Alex Matos - currently plying his trade at Huddersfield and relishing the challenge of keeping Town in the Championship amid a feisty relegation battle. We'll be back on Monday to reflect on the weekend's SF showdowns AND look ahead to Tuesday night's trip to The Emirates... HOST: Matt Davies-Adams WITH: Liam Twomey & Simon Johnson PRODUCER: Lucy Oliva Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Whyatt, Carl Anka and Charlotte Hapur are with Sophie Penney to react to Manchester United knocking holders Chelsea out of the FA Cup to reach the final at Wembley, and Tottenham's extra time winner to join them. How did United start the game so fast? Is Emma Hayes' final season unravelling? And what will Spurs do without Grace Clinton in the final?  Plus, we chat to Anne Grimes and Helen Tither about the Corinthians Ladies Football Club, who won 50 trophies in over 20 years during the FA ban on women's football.  HOST: Sophie Penney  WITH: Katie Whyatt, Carl Anka, Charlotte Harpur, Anne Grimes and Helen Tither  PRODUCER: Sophie Penney  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Cox and Charlotte Harpur are with Sophie Penney to talk about Rachel Daly, after she announced her retirement from international football.  Plus, what did we make of England's performances in their first Euro 2025 qualification games? Is Lucy Bronze's defending up to scratch? Are we expecting too much of them? And Man United offer a contract extension to manager Marc Skinner. Fresh off breaking the story, Charlotte tells us more. HOST: Sophie Penney  WITH: Charlotte Harpur and Michael Cox PRODUCER: Sophie Penney  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everton react to another points deduction. Paddy Boyland reacts to the news. The Champions League quarter-finals are here! Can Arsenal best Bayern? Adrian Clarke and Rafa Honigstein both agree that the tie is in the Gunners' favour Can Madrid stop City? Michael Cox tells us what to expect from this tie. The Lionesses look to get back to winning ways. Charlotte Harpur previews England's trip to Ireland for the Euro 2025 qualifiers. Host: Michael Bailey Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The line up for Euro 2024 is complete. Jordan Campbell was in Poland for Ukraine's emotional qualification. Bellingham salvages a draw with Belgium. Jay Harris thinks Ivan Toney has solidified his role as Harry Kane's back-up. Mark Carey thinks Kobbie Mainoo may start for England at Euro 2024. And watch out for Spain's young guns. Pol Ballus was at the Santiago Bernabeu where Lamine Yamal shined. Plus, Charlotte Harpur gets you ready for the UWCL quarterfinals second legs. Host: Abi Paterson Producer: Mike Zimmermann Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Khadija ‘Bunny' Shaw breaks down some of her top goals with Charlotte Harpur after breaking the Manchester City women's goalscoring record.  What was she thinking in that moment? What are her favourite moves? What's her relationship like with her teammates like Chloe Kelly and Alex Greenwood?  And Raphael Honigstein is with Sophie Penney to digest Bayern's massive 4-0 win over rivals Wolfsburg to all-but seal the Bundesliga title.  Host: Sophie Penney Guests: Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw, Charlotte Harpur and Raphael Honigstein Producer: Sophie Penney Executive Producer: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chelsea knock Arsenal out of the title race in pursuit of their quadruple. How did Emma Hayes outthink Jonas Eidevall so emphatically? And what will happen when these two meet again in the League Cup final? Plus with two stories surrounding player-coach relationships this year already, questions have arisen about player-coach relationships and safeguarding in women's football. So when Hayes responded to include player-player relationships, that had has us asking whether the environment women's sport is enough for people to be their full self. Host: Abi Paterson Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Charlotte Harpur, and Art de Roche Producers: Jay Beale and Abi Paterson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Harpur and Dan Sheldon are with Sophie Penney to bring you all the behind the scenes details from The Athletic's special report into Manchester United. How close did they come to keeping Alessia Russo? Could Mary Earps leave in the summer too? What changes will INEOS bring?  Plus Italian journalist Lucia Pirola joins us after Juventus manager Joe Montemurro stepped down. And we've got an NWSL preview with Meg Linehan from the USA.  Producer: Sophie Penney Executive Producer: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Art de Roche and Charlotte Harpur join Sophie Penney to chat about the North London derby and how Arsenal are consistently selling out the Emirates.  And in International Women's Day week, we discuss getting more male fans into the women's game after an Athletic survey. That's with Katie Whyatt and Debs Dilworth, Head of the Women's Game at the Football Supporters Association.  Producer: Sophie Penney Executive Producer: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raphael Honigstein, Michael Cox and Charlotte Harpur are with Sophie Penney after Manchester City blew the WSL title race wide open and German star Lena Oberdorf signed with her club's biggest rivals.  Can City ruin Emma Hayes' fairytale ending at Chelsea? Will Arsenal have a say? Do Manchester United need a change of manager? And why did Wolfsburg let Oberdorf go?  Plus everything you need to know about the news Charlotte broke on the frontrunner to replace Hayes - Sonia Bompastor. Producer: Sophie Penney Executive Producer: Abi Paterson Get in touch: fte@theathletic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Crafton, Meg Linehan and Charlotte Harpur are with Sophie Penney to digest the big news that Emma Hayes is leaving Chelsea, likely for the U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT).After 11 years at Chelsea, winning 13 major trophies, Hayes is primed to manage the four-time World Champions and four-time Olympic gold medallists. She replaces Vlatko Andonovski, who resigned after the Americans' earliest ever World Cup exit.How did the deal happen? How will this impact English football? Can Hayes fix the current issues with the USWNT?Produced by Sophie PenneyExecutive Producer: Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.