Podcasts about League Cup

New year = new segments! In Episode 198 of Special Conditions, we roll out Burned or Learned, Behind the Booth, Sleeve it or Leave it, Sleepers & Steals, and Status: Recommended—plus a festive Card of the Day to kick things off.

#965 | Ed and Tom bask in the continued glow of United's victory over City last weekend. It's a win that has lifted the mood around the whole club. There's a preview of the upcoming trip to Arsenal. What does Michael Carrick have in store for a challenging trip to the capital? Also: transfer market discussions, with several younger players heading out on loan, but will there be any incomings to bolster midfield? United Women beat Arsenal in the League Cup to reach another cup final. It's another big moment for the much criticised Marc Skinner. Finally, what good is former players' punditry for the club? Butt, Scholes and Keane have plenty to say, but is there anything positive on the horizon? 00:00 Introduction 03:47 Tactical Analysis 06:52 Top Four Hopes 14:40 Stick to Football Drama 20:23 United Women's League Cup Final 30:44 Transfer Window Discussion 42:31 Arsenal Preview If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to chat through the Subway Cup semi-finals. There was drama at Meadow Park as Liv Smith got sent off and Manchester United made it through to their first ever League Cup final. We also discuss the confirmed format changes for next season, and Chelsea scamming a win against Manchester City. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys & Becky Taylor-Gill Producers: Flo Lloyd-Hughes & Katie Baxter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here at Upfront, we're often preoccupied by our age. This weekend in the FA Cup really, really didn't help.Chloe and Rachel look back on the best of the FA Cup action, including a big win for Liverpool after some big signings and heartbreak for our favs York City. Did they bottle it on purpose to avoid the night out with us? Possibly.Elsewhere, we discuss the findings of Deloitte's latest Money League report and why so many clubs are splashing the cash this January. Plus, a thorough League Cup preview that's not at all about sandwiches.Follow us on X, Instagram, BlueSky and YouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.For ad-free episodes and much more from across our football shows, head over to the Football Ramble Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.**Please rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a lot and makes it easy for other people to find us. Thank you!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We head west for this week's previews, and we were thrilled to be joined by Daniel Kuroda, one half of the Vivi Cast podcast, to chat about Nagasaki's 2025 campaign, and their long-awaited return to J1 in the Chaos Energy J.League Cup (to 42:30). In Part 2 Jonny and Ben begin with a depth chart explainer and praise for the collaboration between Yokohama FC and J.League Journeys, then run the rule over Fukuoka (to 1:01:45), Hiroshima (to 1:15:00), Okayama (to 1:27:45) and Kobe (to end). As a special bonus, we've smashed down the Patreon paywall this week so that all listeners can access Jonny's depth charts for the five teams featured on this episode by clicking on this link.

It's been a week of excellent cup victories for Manchester City. To celebrate, David Mooney is joined by Dom Farrell from Sporting News and City fan Chris Higginbottom. They discuss the 10-1 win over Exeter and then the 2-0 success in the first leg of the League Cup semifinal at Newcastle.It was the first time since 1987 that City scored double-figures in a game and, strangely, the scoreline matched the date (for only the 18th time in City's history)... but it was a remarkable bit of history-making from Pep Guardiola's side. At the same time, City were also on the receiving end of a VAR controversy, as the video assistant took five-and-a-half minutes to disallow what seems to be a perfectly reasonable goal at St James's Park.With trips to Manchester United and Bodø/Glimt to come, we hear from Jay Mottershead from The Stretford Paddock and Norwegian journalist covering Glimt, Stian Høgland to get some idea of what City can expect this week.Plus, as young players like Max Alleyne and Ryan McAidoo impress, we discuss what options Guardiola has for the upcoming games and how necessary it is for the club to move again in the transfer market this month, as Antoine Semenyo settles in very nicely.==========To get more podcasts or to listen without the ads, join our Patreon. It's just £2 per month for all the extra content and you can get a 7-day free trial first: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcastAnd why not gift a Patreon subscription to a friend or family member? More details: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast/gift

It was VAR and goalkeeping errors that made the headlines across the two League Cup semi-finals. Chelsea's Robert Sanchez gifted two goals to Arsenal at Stamford Bridge and at St James Park a bizarre decision from VAR denied Man City a goal. New Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior picked the goalkeeper but he didn't pick Palmer, Gusto or James seemingly at the prompting of his medical department. Is this a worrying early sign for the new man? If you had the choice, would you get rid of VAR? Is it worth the trouble it causes?After the break, where can Carrick take Man Utd and favourite rivalries ahead of the Manchester derby. Tom Clarke joins Martin Samuel, Tony Cascarino and Gregor Robertson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave looks at the midweek action from AFCON and the League Cup as the final is set for AFCON and the second legs leave an interesting picture in the League Cup. He then answers questions on a variety of topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at the midweek action from AFCON and the League Cup as the final is set for AFCON and the second legs leave an interesting picture in the League Cup. He then answers questions on a variety of topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton & Vinny Perth bring you all the talking points after the All Blacks sacked their head coach Scott Robertson in a shock move, just 18 months out from the 2027 Rugby World Cup, Arsenal and Chelsea produced an intriguing first leg in their League Cup semi-final with the Gunners taking a narrow lead back to the Emirates in 3 weeks time and Troy Parrott netted a hat-trick against Ajax in a 6-0 drubbing in the Dutch domestic cup. Vinny and Colm also debate their All-Time Premier League Irish XI. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.

Arsenal have the advantage after the League Cup semi-final first leg. Marcus and David were treated to five goals in a slightly confusing night at Stamford Bridge.We were left wondering whether Chelsea could buy ANOTHER goalkeeper and if Viktor Gyökeres was the correct choice for man of the match. Plus, Álvaro Arbeloa makes an awful start at Real Madrid.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Get 15% off our annual Patreon membership! Sign up for ad-free shows right here: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly Cates is joined by former Newcastle forward Dwight Gayle, former Scotland winger Pat Nevin and senior football commentator Ian Dennis at St James' Park as Manchester City take a two-nil lead into the second leg of the League Cup semi-final. Antoine Semenyo scores his second goal in his first two games for Manchester City but is denied a brace on the night by VAR. Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson tells us why that was chalked off.With Michael Carrick announced as Manchester United's head coach until the end of the season and Steve Holland and Jonathan Woodgate brought into his backroom, reporter Simon Stone joins the pod to discuss the appointment. BBC Sport's Football Tactics correspondent Umir Irfan offers how Carrick's style at Middlesborough may be implemented in his new role. Plus, Football Correspondent John Murray previews Chelsea against Arsenal in Wednesday's League Cup semi-final first leg. Timecodes: 0'20 Michael Carrick appointed at Manchester United 17'05 Umir Irfan on Carrick's tactics 22'42 Reaction to Newastle United 0 Manchester City 2 34'31 Pep Guardiola 40'20 Eddie Howe 42'18 Chelsea v Arsenal preview

Charlotte is joined by Si, Ordy, and Tom to discuss the first leg against Man City in the semi finals of the League Cup. Were we unlucky? Are our hopes of retaining this cup completely gone? What about Wissa and Elanga then? And more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/3bv5288n After the worst week so far at Hill Dickinson Stadium, Matt is joined by Adam and Foxy to assess the damage. What approach to Everton take in the transfer window after being dumped out of the FA Cup? And what will that mean for Barry and Beto? The fourth-kit fiasco is also slammed - well, at least by two of us - and we moan about VAR after the latest shambles in the League Cup.

Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton and Matthew Brennan bring you all the talking points following Manchester City's League Cup first leg win over Newcastle, a controversial VAR check and some transfer shocks in the Rugby World. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.

In this episode of The Arsenal Opinion, Pete and Jacob break down a frantic but entertaining victory over Portsmouth. They discuss why the chaotic nature of cup games is often more enjoyable than the tactical rigidity of top tier Premier League fixtures and praise the fresh energy brought by the rotated squad. The conversation takes a brief detour to La Liga to analyze the exit of Xabi Alonso from Real Madrid. The hosts debate whether player power has gone too far and if modern superstars like Mbappe and Vinicius Jr are becoming unmanageable for even the world's best coaches. Back in North London, the focus shifts to individual performances with some contrasting takes. Jacob argues that Ethan Nwaneri looked like a seasoned midfielder against Portsmouth and makes the case for him to keep his place for the upcoming Chelsea clash. Pete dives into the worrying data surrounding Viktor Gyökeres and questions if the club missed a massive marginal gain by not signing a striker who better fits the system. The boys also share their relief at the return of Kai Havertz and discuss how his presence instantly balances the attack. Additional topics include the struggles of summer signings Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke to find consistent output, the specific chemistry between Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli, and a full preview of the lineup dilemmas facing Mikel Arteta for the League Cup semi final. If you want this episode ADVERT FREE, get a membership below. You get bonus content, Discord access, and early access to live show tickets. NEWSLETTER + AUDIO: https://www.le-grove.co.uk/ AUDIO: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheArsenalOpinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello! Welcome back. It's the Match Preview as Newcastle welcome Man City to St James' Park for The Carabao Cup semi-final first leg. Andrew and John preview the game - and why there is hope for Newcastle despite injuries, and Man City's stars! --- You can get up to 60% off your FPRO football skills mat by using our discount code EIBW20 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fpro.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FPRO.COM/EIBW20⁠⁠⁠⁠ *** You can also get an exclusive discount on your NORD VPN by clicking here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nordvpn.com/toon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ There's no risk a 30-day money back guarantee ⁠⁠#nufc⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#nufcfans⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#newcastleunited Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at the news & gossip, as he answers a quiz on League Cup winners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at the news & gossip, as he answers a quiz on League Cup winners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kick off our Chaos Energy J.League Cup previews with five teams from the East group, and after Jonny and Ben run the rule over J1 Champions Kashima (to 14:13), Jon Steele guests to chat about the sensational promotions achieved by J2 Champions Mito and Playoff winners Chiba, and how both teams might fare in the top flight (Mito to 45:20, Chiba to 1:08:10). In Part 3 Jonny and Ben finish off the episode by checking in on Kashiwa (to 1:23:20) and Urawa (to end).

It's been a while since Man City found themselves in a semi-final of the League Cup, but the Blues are back.Newcastle United are the opponents, with a tricky test away from home first up for Pep Guardiola's men. Make sure to leave a rating and a review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this show!You can keep up to date with all of the latest City Ramble action by following our social media pages. Follow us:Discord ➡️ https://discord.gg/xC84tfcHX (Twitter) ➡️ https://x.com/thecityrambleInstagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/cityramble/?hl=enTikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@thecityrambleWebsite ➡️ https://www.thecityramble.co.uk/Peter ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thetactics.board/Watch

#962 | United were knocked out of the cup by Brighton at Old Trafford. It's going to be a long few months from here. Having been dumped out of the League Cup by Grimsby earlier in the season, and with no European football this season, United will play just 40 games this season. It's the fewest for 111 years. Perhaps that's a mercy. Ed and Dan discuss defeat to Brighton, try to put it in some context and hope that things will get better with an interim managerial appointment. 00:00 Introduction: United 1-2 Brighton 09:02 Squad Quality & Player Assessment 16:19 Interim Manager Dilemma 17:19 Cycle of Failure at United 22:56 Transfer Strategy, Midfield Needs 27:38 Leadership's Crap Decision Making 45:28 Team Selection for the Derby If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Given we allowed for three games as we switched back to our regular Thursday recording schedule for the Blue Moon Podcast, you'd have been forgiven for thinking Manchester City might have won at least one of their matches in that time... but sadly not. Three draws and a potential eight-point gap to Arsenal as they face Liverpool not long after this recording means it's not been the happiest of New Years... David Mooney is joined by City fan Adam Monk and the BBC's football correspondent John Murray to work out what's happened.At least attention can turn away from Premier League woes for now, though, as Exeter City come to the Etihad in the FA Cup and the it's a tricky trip to Newcastle in the League Cup semi-final first leg. Since it's the first time City have ever played Exeter, we hear from football historian Gary James about the other one-off ties City have had courtesy of the FA Cup.We also get some insight into what to expect from the Grecians on Saturday from Jon from The Big Bank Theory podcast. With City perhaps naming an inexperienced side because of injuries and fatigue in the squad, are there nerves of an upset or should a heavily-rotated City side still have enough to make it into the fourth round draw?With the potential arrivals of Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi (perhaps), we also discuss what the squad needs to give it a bit more oomf in the coming weeks... Plus, what's the most heart-breaking last-minute equaliser?==========To get more podcasts or to listen without the ads, join our Patreon. It's just £2 per month for all the extra content and you can get a 7-day free trial first: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcastAnd why not gift a Patreon subscription to a friend or family member? More details: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast/gift

The next chapter of Tuga Tuesday begins.With Nino moving on after GolTV shutdown, Mike is joined by Derek @derekgomes12 and Mauricio @reese8169 as the panel keeps the recaps going—continuing the fan-driven, league-wide discussion of Portuguese football.We open with reaction to the League Cup semifinal shock as Vitória SC eliminate Sporting CP with a 2–1 win, before diving deeper into Sporting's struggles after dropping points at the weekend against Gil Vicente. Where have things gone wrong over the last two matches—and is this just a blip or something more?The focus then shifts to Benfica's 3–1 victory over Estoril, with discussion centered on Vangelis Pavlidis and his growing goal-scoring form, plus other positives from the performance. Mike also gives a quick preview of Benfica's upcoming League Cup semifinal against Braga.Mauricio then takes us north to break down Porto's away win over Santa Clara, before we round up the rest of the Primeira Liga results and recap the current table.We close the episode with a wider discussion on the breaking news of Ruben Amorim being dismissed by Manchester United after just 14 months—what it means for Amorim, Sporting, and the broader perception of Portuguese managers abroad.#LigaPortugal #Tugao #Benfica #SportingCP #FCPorto #SCBraga #VitoriaSC

Happy New Year to you all, and welcome back to another season of The J-Talk Podcast. We're beginning the year with a bang, as we celebrate our 600th episode, and after a brief catch-up (and explanation of the pod for new listeners), Jonny and Ben welcome in Dan Orlowitz, to chat about the highs of 2025, as detailed in the J.League Season Review, (all in Japanese, use browser translation) and to look ahead to the Chaos Energy J.League Cup.

Rob Green and Glenn Murray react as Arsenal become the last team to secure their spot in the Carabao Cup semi-finals with a dramatic penalty shoot-out victory over London rivals, Crystal Palace.What can Palace take away from their performance at the Emirates despite defeat? And could this tournament be the catalyst for further success for Arsenal? Rob and Glenn join John Murray, BBC Football Correspondent, and Kelly Cates to dissect the victory for Mikel Arteta's side, and we hear from the Arsenal boss himself.Plus, how have Arne Slot and Thomas Frank reacted to news of a fractured leg for Liverpool striker Alexander Isak, and how does it link to reports around Antoine Semenyo joining Manchester City?Timecodes: 00:10 Reaction from the Emirates to Arsenal v Palace 02:50 Could the League Cup be the springboard for Arsenal success? 06:20 Is there any concern over Arsenal's ability to score from open play? 11:00 Is it too early for talk of Quadruples? 14:25 Reaction from Mikel Arteta 17:10 Alexander Isak ruled out for 'a couple of months' 20:00 Antoine Semenyo set to join City, ahead of Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea?Commentaries this week: Saturday 27th — Arsenal v Brighton — 15:00 — 5 Live Saturday 27th — Liverpool v Wolves — 15:00 — Sports Extra Saturday 27th — Chelsea v Aston Villa — 17:30 — 5 Live

It's the Big Kick Energy Christmas Special! As well as catching up on the latest results from the Champions League and the League Cup, we discuss Kaz Carney's Strictly triumph and we do our much anticipated annual Christmas gift swap! You can watch whole episodes, clips, outtakes and so much more on our YouTube, subscribe to be the first to enjoy new content! https://www.youtube.com/@THEBIGKICKENERGYPODCAST  To get in touch you can find us on Instagram @BigKickEnergyPod or email us on bigkickpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke Edwards is joined by first timers Amos Wynn and Isla Smith as they look back at success for the English sides in the Champions League with some mouthwatering play off games. It was League Cup quarter finals day as Chelsea hit Nine at Liverpool, where do the Reds go from here? Isla explains why Arsenal's visit to the Palace wasn't quite as comfortable as one would expect. Managerial departures and changes at West Ham and London City Lionesses. Plus the late late show for Charlton keeps them top of WSL 2 Subscribe, like and leave a review Produced by Leo Audio Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal's January Transfer Challenge Revealed | Palace Press Conference & Everton Chant Fallout

Two are sent off as Spurs fail to mount a comeback against Liverpool, closing the 2025 home slate in defeat. We get into the state of the club under Thomas Frank and what changes are on the horizon. Plus, Spurs Women bow out of the League Cup with another valiant effort at Manchester United. #thfc #coys #spurs #tottenham

[30/10/19 re-uploaded] Hoops legends Mick Leech and Paddy Mulligan drop by to talk the six in a row, playing and scoring in FAI Cup finals, the summer of '67 in Boston, making their debuts for Ireland together and what they hope Rovers will do in Sunday's final. Continuing into the 1970s, Paddy also discusses his time at Chelsea and Panathinaikos and coming within a thrown bun of becoming Ireland manager while Mick recalls three replays in three days against Athlone, his winner in the League Cup final and he explains how he's definitely not a winger. The last 40 minutes of the show is our usual reviews and news ahead of the big day.

Grafite, Björn Vleminckx, Andy Carroll. Allemaal hebben ze één ding gemeen. Hun voetbalgeluk is vooral in één seizoen te vangen. Maar de grootste one season wonder is en blijft Miguel Michu in 2012/2013 bij Swansea City. Met zijn 22 goals bracht hij met de League Cup de eerste grote prijs in de clubhistorie en de beste eindklassering in de Premier League naar de club van behangkoning John van Zweden. Voor dat seizoen nog onbekend in de voetbalwereld en voor een schamele twee miljoen opgepikt bij Rayo Vallecano. En na dat ene topseizoen? Niks meer. Blessures, twee goals in het seizoen 2013/2014 en een mislukte verhuurperiode bij Napoli tekende de rest van zijn carrière. Maar wat maakt het ook uit. Michu zal voor altijd in de harten van The Swans zitten en we zullen dat ene seizoen nooit meer vergeten. In de podcast verwijzen Bart en Stan naar: Al zijn goals voor Swansea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Qe4Q27TmOwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/bluemoon Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! ========== After wins over Crystal Palace and Brentford, Manchester City have been set-up nicely to head into the Christmas period. Through to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup and just two points off the top of the table... It's a far cry from where things were this time 12 months ago. David Mooney is joined by City fans Dan Burke and Luke Stanley to discuss the week, with a focus on the performances in the last two games. Perhaps it wasn't top notch against Palace, but you can't argue with a 3-0 away win, while a much-changed team put in a professional display in the League Cup quarter-final tie. Speaking of the demons of last season, we're taking a look at how much things have improved a year on. City have scored more, conceded fewer, and taken more points than at this stage last season, so what has changed in the squad to recover from such a bad period and just how bad did it get? Plus, with West Ham to come this week, James Jones from We Are West Ham joins the show to discuss what's been going wrong for them so far this term and whether or not they're in real trouble at the bottom of the table. Plus... What do you know about Father Christmas in Norway? ========== To get more podcasts or to listen without the ads, join our Patreon. It's just £2 per month for all the extra content and you can get a 7-day free trial first: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast And why not gift a Patreon subscription to a friend or family member? More details: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast/gift

Chelsea are through to the semi-finals of the League Cup, but behind the scenes there is more chaos. Manager Enzo Maresca is unhappy, but no one quite knows why. The fans chanted his name but are the board happy? A day in the life at Chelsea… Man City are looking ominous, could they be considered title favourites by the new year?One of their shining lights is number ten turned left back Nico O'Reilly – Jonny and Gregor think he is now England's first choice for the World Cup. After the break 2025 awards and wishes for 2026. Tom Clarke joins Tony Cascarino, Gregor Robertson and Jonathan Northcroft Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes reflect on a good week for Cardiff City, despite a League Cup defeat to Chelsea. Swansea City and Wrexham prepare for a first league meeting for 22 years, and Newport's financial reality is laid bare as chairman Huw Jenkins faces the disgruntled fans.

City are back where they belong — in the latter stages of the Carabao Cup. Join Amos, Adam, and Joe as they look back on the comfortable night at a rainy Etihad. Make sure to leave a rating and a review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this show!You can keep up to date with all of the latest City Ramble action by following our social media pages. Follow us:Discord ➡️ https://discord.gg/4f2c6QJbX (Twitter) ➡️ https://x.com/thecityrambleInstagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/cityramble/?hl=enTikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@thecityrambleWebsite ➡️ https://www.thecityramble.co.uk/Watch

This week: Edward and Wes recap another week in the Premier League with a side of the League Cup. News and Notes has more bad decisions from Team Messi, and the W4tch takes it to the House.@AFAPod @EdwardGreene @WesBradshaw21Email: allnewsportsshow@gmail.com

The Arsenal News Show - Zubimendi Fitness Worry, Messi Backs Arteta, League Cup Draw

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to look ahead to Gameweek 17 with the help of Radio 4's Today Programme Sport Presenter Mike Williams.With Hugo Ekitike scoring twice for Liverpool, is it time to bring him in? Is Dominic Calvert-Lewin the new bargain striker we need? How many Christmas jumpers is too many? Will Chris figure out how his new phone works in time for Saturday's deadline?Chris takes on Mike in a League Cup-themed Sutton Death and a listener invites the pod to Mexico.Make sure you enter your team into the BBC Sport League while you still can! The all-important code is bbcfpl. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live and BBC Sounds this week – Saturday 20th December - 3pm - Manchester City v West Ham Saturday 20th December - 3pm - Brighton v Sunderland (Sports Extra) Saturday 20th December - 5:30pm - Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool Sunday 21st December - 4:30pm - Aston Villa v Manchester United

City are back in action in the League Cup as they take on Brentford Wednesday evening. Join Amos and Matt as they look ahead to the showdown at the Etihad. Make sure to leave a rating and a review, and subscribe wherever you're listening to this show!You can keep up to date with all of the latest City Ramble action by following our social media pages. Follow us:Discord ➡️ https://discord.gg/4f2c6QJbX (Twitter) ➡️ https://x.com/thecityrambleInstagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/cityramble/?hl=enTikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@thecityrambleWebsite ➡️ https://www.thecityramble.co.uk/Watch

Dave starts by looking at the United v Bournemouth game from last night that ended 4-4 before looking at the EFL action then the midweek League Cup games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave starts by looking at the United v Bournemouth game from last night that ended 4-4 before looking at the EFL action then the midweek League Cup games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final episode of Big Pod for 2025, Alan Gibson guests as we piece together our Team of the Season. After Jonny and Ben begin the episode with some housekeeping - brief J2 Promotion Playoff and ACL reviews, as well as the groupings for the Chaos Energy J.League Cup - (to 16:26) we first get Alan's thoughts on some early offseason managerial appointments, before working from back to front in selecting the J-Talk J1 Team of the Season.

Joe is your host as he's joined by Daryl and Dean to break down Newcastle United's upcoming League Cup clash against Fulham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Jones, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith to discuss a mixed weekend for managers across Scotland and the Premier League.Is Wilfried Nancy already under pressure at Celtic, just three games into the job? The latest defeat came at the hands of St Mirren in the League Cup final and their former captain Stephen McGinn joins the pod.The top three in the Premier League - Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa. What should we take from the fact that those three clubs have Spanish managers all of whom have authority over many aspects of the club which has been built in their image?What's upset Enzo Maresca and does the Chelsea boss get the credit he deserves?Plus, not for the first time this season, Thomas Frank has come under fire after their defeat to Nottingham Forest. The Spurs boss says it's not an easy fix, but is he right?Timecodes: 03'20 St Mirren and Stephen McGinn 15'00 Is Wilfried Nancy already at risk at Celtic? 32'00 Spanish success in the Premier League 42'00 What's upset Enzo Maresca? 52'00 Is Spurs an easy fix for Thomas Frank?Commentaries coming up this week: Tue 2000 Cardiff v Chelsea Wed 1930 Man City v Brentford Wed 2015 Newcastle v Fulham - on Sports Extra

St Mirren stun sorry Celtic in the League Cup final, Hearts keep on winning and there's a late Livi leveller; plus the Aberdeen revival continues and we preview Rangers v Hibs – it's the weekend debrief. With Andrew Petrie, Cammy Bell and Ryan Flynn.

(Get 20% off your Nutmeg season ticket by going to nutmegfc.co.uk/terrace or using the link in the description of this podcast.) Joel Sked and Tony Anderson reflect on another fascinating weekend of action. They revel in St Mirren's League Cup final win over Celtic, lavishing Stephen Robinson with praise and querying if it is time for Celtic to sack Nancy. They also discuss Hearts extending their lead at the top of the Premiership, an entertaining game between Livingston and Dundee. And a less entertaining game between Dundee United and Motherwell. Tony is then joined by Thom Watt to go over another Aberdeen win and Stuart Kettlewell running out of time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew MacLean, Hugh Keevins and Scott Allan bring live coverage and reaction to the Scottish League Cup Final between St Mirren and Celtic at Hampden Park. Live at the national stadium is Gordon Duncan, Gordon Dalziel and Marvin Bartley. A great cup final as St Mirren come out on top with a 3-1 over Celtic at Hampden, winning their first Scottish League Cup since they beat Hearts in the 2012/13 League Cup final.Can Wilfred Nancy looses his first three games as Celtic manager and lost out on getting his first trophy as Celtic manager. Stephen Robinson's Saints cause a major upset as they looked to make it an easy win over Celtic. St Mirren fan Lewis says, "Stephen Robinson has wrote his name into the St Mirren's history books. Brendan a St Mirren fan says that Celtic could not lace their boots and that they DESTROYED a multimillion pound club.Celtic fan Alec says the Pep Guardiola could not manage that Celtic team. Archie says it is more than just Wilfried Nancy that need to leave Celtic.

Check out the Blue Moon Podcast Annual 2026: https://www.patreon.com/collection/1882955 ========== Another pair of victories, as Manchester City put in perhaps their most controlled and dominant performance of the season against Sunderland... and then had to dig in and get the job done at Real Madrid. David Mooney is joined by City fan Ciaran Murray and, from the Daily Mail, Jack Gaughan to discuss both of those matches. Dan Burke is on the show looking at Phil Foden's return to form and hearing what both the player and his manager said about the tough times he endured in the last 12-18 months. We also speak to comedian and Crystal Palace fan Andre Vincent about the match at Selhurst Park on Sunday, plus we look ahead to the tie with Brentford in the League Cup. On top of that, we're talking flashy assists and... urine that smells like perfume. Honestly. ========== To get more podcasts or to listen without the ads, join our Patreon. It's just £2 per month for all the extra content and you can get a 7-day free trial first: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast And why not gift a Patreon subscription to a friend or family member? More details: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast/gift

The Lionesses celebrated their homecoming tour with a brutal 8-0 thrashing of China at Wembley... but not everyone in the aftermath has been entirely happy about it!Chloe and Rachel reflect on that and why this game was important – for both China and England. Elsewhere, GK Barry and the League Cup draw causes a huge stir and the WSL returns this weekend! Plus, a listener all the way in New Zealand asks for football etiquette advice...Want to win an England shirt SIGNED by Lucy Bronze?! To enter our prize draw, simply fill out Stak's listener survey! It helps us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more. Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Follow us on X, Instagram, BlueSky and YouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.For ad-free episodes and much more from across our football shows, head over to the Football Ramble Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.**Please rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a lot and makes it easy for other people to find us. Thank you!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.