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Robbie Mustoe & Robbie Earle react to Chelsea & Enzo Maresca parting ways to start off the New Year, Arsenal securing their massive win over Aston Villa, and hand out the Mid-Season Premier League Awards.0:57 - The boys give their thoughts on Enzo Maresca parting company with Chelsea FC in a shocking twist to start the New Year amid a breakdown of relations between the head coach, front office & ownership group17:12 - Arsenal secure a dominating 4-1 victory over upstart challengers Aston Villa to top the table at the end of 2025 and cement their status as title favorites20:36 - Manchester City are left frustrated by Sunderland in a 0-0 defeat that leaves them 4 points adrift of Arsenal24:22 - A roundup of the remaining results:31:20 - The boys reveal their Underappreciated and Best XIs of the season thus far and divvy out their mid-season awards Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Sam's open with Arsenal statement victory over Villa to extend their lead to 4 points at the top with Man City's draw at Sunderland. Chelsea and Man United drop points again to teams they shouldn't be. Everton beat a hapless Forest side and everyone seeming drew this midweek except for Newcastle. The crew enjoys the Van Winkle Reserve 12 Year to kick off a New year. Arsenal 4 - Villa 1 Chelsea 2 - Bournemouth 2 Man United 1 - Wolverhampton 1 Everton 2 - Forest 0 West Ham 2 - Brighton 2 Newcastle 3 - Burnley 1 Liverpool 0 - Leeds 0 Palace 1 - Fulham 1 Spurs 0 - Brentford 0 Man City 0 - Sunderland 0 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow TikTok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow Support the bar tab and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow www.DUdripshack.com
The Soccer Sharps betting podcast returns with more picks and predictions for the upcoming weekend in European football. This weekend brings with it the return of La Liga and Ligue 1, and our handicappers, Devin and Jordan, deliver their expert analysis for matches in both leagues. The show covers matches taking place in the English Premier League and Serie A, as well, and Devin and Jordan share their best bets for every game! 00:00 Introduction 03:17 Manchester City vs Chelsea 09:51 Brighton vs Burnley 14:36 Spurs vs Sunderland 20:49 Espanyol vs Barcelona 26:17 Real Madrid vs Real Betis 31:19 Atalanta vs Roma 34:36 Nice vs Strasbourg 40:26 PSG vs Paris FC Thank you for listening and watching! JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/cx7WJKWabQ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thesoccersharps VIEW OUR P&L SPEADSHEETS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jca0dVIW7FumZ27VEcyhdre0Ke5gh7C6?usp=sharing EMAIL US: azsoccersharps@gmail.com FOLLOW US: X: @TheSoccerSharps Instagram: @TheSoccerSharps TikTok: thesoccersharps Bluesky: @thesoccersharps.bsky.social The Soccer Sharps podcast is a part of The Hooligan Soccer Network. https://hooligan-soccer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The FC crew looks back at Man City dropping points after being held to a 0-0 draw away at Sunderland. Plus, the guys talk Enzo Maresca parting ways with Chelsea after days of high tension between the manager & the club. Also, more Premier League action with Spurs & Liverpool playing out 0-0 draws. And, the January transfer window is now open, who will be on the move? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A milestone episode under the worst possible circumstances. Chelsea Against The World returns for an emergency New Year's Day podcast as Enzo Maresca departs Chelsea, bringing a chaotic and abrupt end to a project that felt like it was finally heading somewhere — until the last month.Manny and Simon react in real time to the shock news, expressing deep disappointment, anger, and disbelief at the ownership. What was once a season full of promise has been torpedoed by another sudden managerial change, leaving the club once again in turmoil.With Liam Rosenior reportedly set to take over, Chelsea now face the grim reality of starting all over again. The hosts question the direction of the club, the competence of the sporting directors, and the damage being done to Chelsea's identity. The project is in shambles, and the fanbase is rightly furious.And as if things couldn't get worse… Manchester City away is next. My god.
In this episode the team discuss their Winners & Losers from Chelsea's 2-2 draw with BournemouthThe team also talk the latest from this week's news and as always also answer some listener questions.RUNNING ORDER:00:00 The Start & Shevva's Shoutouts7:48 News: Enzo Maresca LEAVES Chelsea FC28:42 Winners & Losers: Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth59:30 Manchester City Preview1:05:25 Loan Army CarouselIf you have a question for the team then contact them on Twitter at @AtTheBridgePod(This episode was recorded on 1st January 2026)*** Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/b3arBztQjnThis episode is proudly supported by Head In The Game, a charity using football to support mental health and wellbeing. Check out their free programs at headinthegame.co.uk and follow them on social media to learn more._______________________________________________Get In Touch With Us:Twitter - twitter.com/AtTheBridgePodInstagram - Instagram.com/AtTheBridgePod#CFC #CHELSEA
Le WFC fête la nouvelle année 2026 direct et vous livre ses souhaits et ses prédictions pour la fin de saison 2025-2026. Qui va succéder au Paris Saint-Germain en Ligue des champions ? Qui va remporter la Coupe du Monde aux États-Unis, Canada et Mexique l'été prochain ? Quels sont les joueurs qui vont briller ou alors flopper sur cette deuxième partie de saison ? Les consultants du WFC sortent leur boule de cristal !
Spurs Chat: Discussing all Things Tottenham Hotspur: Hosted by Chris Cowlin: The Daily Tottenham/Spurs Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As our mid-season winter break continues, By Far The Greatest Team keeps the spotlight firmly on teams whose greatness deserves revisiting — even if they don't always get the full episode treatment.This time, Graham and Jamie hand the mic to Declan Clark, who takes on the task of making the case for one of English football's most stylish and complete sides: Manchester City, 1968–1970.In just three remarkable seasons, City assembled a team that could do everything. League champions, FA Cup winners, League Cup winners, and European Cup Winners' Cup holders — all achieved with flair, intelligence, and a swagger that set them apart from their domestic rivals.This was the City of Colin Bell's relentless brilliance, Francis Lee's fire, Mike Summerbee's wing play, and Joe Mercer and Malcolm Allison's iconic management partnership — a side that married tactical innovation with attacking joy at a time when English football was evolving fast.In this short seasonal special, Declan revisits the trophies, the personalities, and the cultural footprint of a Manchester City team that didn't just win — they entertained, influenced, and left a lasting imprint on the English game.
Simon Bajkowski and Alex James wrap up the year with a reflection on the 2-1 win against Nottingham Forest and what awaits Manchester City in 2026. With Pep Guardiola's side still "going hard in all competitions", the Talking City podcast looks at the in-form players, squad depth, and what Antoine Semenyo could bring to the Etihad.
Another damaging afternoon for Chelsea as the Blues are held to a 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, in what Manny and Simon describe as yet another shocking performance. The frustration boils over as the hosts seriously question whether Enzo Maresca's time at Chelsea may be nearing its end.Simon and Manny tear into the display, discussing a team that looks disjointed, fragile, and lacking identity. They debate what the future holds for Chelsea — and whether Maresca can realistically turn this around given the current circumstances.The anger doesn't stop there. The hosts go after the ownership and sporting directors, laying the responsibility for Chelsea's problems firmly at their feet. Poor squad construction, wasted money, and a lack of coherent planning have left the club in a worrying position.Looking ahead, the lads preview the upcoming Premier League clash against Manchester City, bracing themselves for what could be a long, painful afternoon for the Blues. They also reflect on 2025 as a whole — a year full of highs and lows that perfectly sums up the chaos of modern Chelsea.
Een uitgebreid gesprek met Pepijn Lijnders, de assistent van Pep Guardiola bij Manchester City. Hij vertelt openhartig over brandwonden, die z'n leven gevormd hebben. Over z'n tijd bij Liverpool, werken met Klopp en Guardiola en de tragische dood van Diogo Jota. Presentatie: Robbert Meeder.
Wolfie dissects terrible home defeat to Everton in our last game of the year! ⚽Football Prizes⚽ Win Free Forest Shirt!: https://footballprizes.co.uk/club-competitions/nottingham-forest/ The final game of 2025 has ended in absolute misery at the City Ground. After showing so much heart against Manchester City just days ago, Nottingham Forest served up a gutless performance in a 0-2 defeat to a threadbare Everton side. Wolfie gives his immediate post-match thoughts on how the Reds managed to look so toothless against an opponent missing half their starting XI. To go from pushing the champions to the limit to being comfortably brushed aside by James Garner and Thierno Barry is a massive wake-up call, leaving us just four points above the relegation zone as we head into a brutal January schedule. The tactical approach from Sean Dyche is under heavy fire tonight, specifically the bizarre reliance on "route one" football that saw Forest pump 52 crosses into the box with almost zero reward. Wolfie dissects the naivety of the game plan and the strange substitutions that seemed to sap the life out of the team rather than sparking a comeback. This result is a bitter pill to swallow for the Forest faithful, especially given the "unchanged" feel from the Man City high. We want to hear from you in the comments: what was the turning point tonight? Was it the lack of a "Plan B," or are the injuries to key men like Yates and Wood finally catching up with us? It's time to be honest about where this team is heading as the transfer window opens. Share your player ratings and your verdict on Dyche's future below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
XG and halftime deficits be damned! Aston Villa's unbeaten run continues, this time over Chelsea. The boys do their best to try and explain how Villa have managed to ascend so close to the top of the Premier League.Then, we'll analyze Pep Guardiola's quote regarding Rayan Cherki and we'll look back on when Man City's morale began to change. We'll also discuss United eeking one out over Newcastle and Tottenham doing the same at Selhurst Park.Plus: Is Kevin Schade the next big thing at Brentford? Has Florian Wirtz found his groove at Liverpool? And how difficult has it become to decipher true information from misinformation?For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! This Thursday, in honor of the opening of the January transfer window, we'll unveil our latest Caught OffFIVE episode - The top 5 January transfers in Premier League history.To sign up, just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com! Once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)!And for all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ - IT'S COLD OUT! GET A WINTER HAT!---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Sam's open with all three clubs at the top winning 2-1 as Arsenal held on, City take the lead late and Villa come from behind again. A somber day of remembrance for Diogo Jota for Liverpool and Wolves at Anfield. Finally, in “oh so that happened”, 1-0 victories for Man U, Fulham and Spurs and three draws round out a busy weekend leading into a big midweek as Arsenal host Villa for a battle at the top. The crew enjoys the Pappy Van Winkle 10 year wheated bourbon. Man City 2 - Forest 1 Arsenal 2 - Brighton 1 Villa 2 - Chelsea 1 Liverpool 2 - Wolverhampton 1 Man United 1 - Newcastle 0 Brentford 4 - Bournemouth 1 Fulham 1 - West Ham 0 Everton 0 - Burnley 0 Leeds 1 - Sunderland 1 Spurs 1 - Palace 0 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow TikTok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow Support the bar tab and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow www.DUdripshack.com
Morocco closed the AFCON group stage with authority, delivering a statement performance in Rabat as the Atlas Lions move into the knockout rounds with momentum and unity. We recap where the tournament stands, why Morocco now feels central to the competition, and how the wider picture is taking shape across the groups.In England, all eyes turn to north London for a genuine six-pointer as Arsenal host Aston Villa. We break down why this match matters so much for the title race, what makes Villa such an uncomfortable opponent, and how injuries, form, and belief could define a pivotal night in the Premier League — with Manchester City watching closely.Plus, MLS gears up for the road to 2026. With training camps just around the corner, clubs across the league are making defining roster and leadership moves, while new data shows MLS climbing into the global mainstream as one of the most-watched leagues in the world. We also go Around the Corner with SDH AM and set the stage for a year ahead that will shape soccer in our region forever.
The Soccer Sharps are back with another football betting show. Today we dive into the English Premier League's midweek New Year's slate, featuring huge matches such as Arsenal vs Aston Villa, and Sunderland vs Manchester City. Co-hosts and handicappers, Devin and Jordan, get you prepped with all of the information and analysis you'll need to place your midweek EPL bets with confidence. The show closes out with all of The Soccer Sharps' best bets. 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Arsenal vs Aston Villa 11:57 Burnley vs Newcastle United 16:12 Chelsea vs Bournemouth 22:12 Nottingham Forest vs Everton 25:02 Manchester United vs Wolves 29:56 Liverpool vs Leeds United 35:13 Brentford vs Spurs 38:35 Sunderland vs Manchester City 42:34 Official Plays Thank you for listening and watching! JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/cx7WJKWabQ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thesoccersharps VIEW OUR P&L SPEADSHEETS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jca0dVIW7FumZ27VEcyhdre0Ke5gh7C6?usp=sharing EMAIL US: azsoccersharps@gmail.com FOLLOW US: X: @TheSoccerSharps Instagram: @TheSoccerSharps TikTok: thesoccersharps Bluesky: @thesoccersharps.bsky.social The Soccer Sharps podcast is a part of The Hooligan Soccer Network. https://hooligan-soccer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's 1st vs 3rd in the Premier League as Arsenal will battle the white hot Aston Villa who are coming off 11 straight wins! Andrew Passaro breaks down all his favorite bets and parlays from around the Premier League and takes a closer look at Arsenal vs Aston Villa FOLLOW US https://twitter.com/theplusmoneypod https://twitter.com/AndrewPassaro Sign up for our Patreon - patreon.com/ThePlusMoneyPodcast Time Codes: Intro 0:00 - 0:25 Chelsea vs Bournemouth 0:25 - 1:21 Manchester United vs Wolves 1:21 - 2:07 Arsenal vs Aston Villa 2:07 - 4:31 Liverpool vs Leeds 4:31 - 5:33 Sunderland vs Man City 5:33 - 6:39 O2.5 Goals Parlay 6:39 - 7:22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. This week co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper are joined by a special guest and former footballer Dennis Tueart. In this first episode of our four-part special on the North American Soccer League (NASL), Dennis, known for his iconic moments with Sunderland and Manchester City, shares his remarkable journey from English football to the booming NASL in the 1970s. Discover his experiences with the New York Cosmos, playing alongside legends like Franz Beckenbauer, replacing Pele, navigating cultural shifts, and understanding the challenges and triumphs that shaped the future of soccer in America. Don't miss this deep dive into football history, glamour, and the evolution of the beautiful game in the United States.00:57 Dennis Tueart's Transfer to the Cosmos02:05 Challenges and Decisions04:19 Arrival and Initial Impressions07:15 Experiences and Reflections11:38 Life in the NASL17:18 Training and Facilities18:58 Pre-season and Early Challenges25:14 The NASL's Unique Rules29:55 Challenges and Triumphs in the NASL30:25 Play-off Performances and Nicknames30:59 Intense Matches and Injuries31:36 The Semi-final Comeback36:27 Winning the Conference Final37:40 Facing Rodney Marsh and Tampa Bay42:51 Touring and Transitioning46:53 Final Reflections and Legacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tom White and Charlie Austin preview Arsenal v Aston Villa and debate who should lead the line for Mikel Arteta's side. Arsenal fan Scarlett joins us to discuss whether the clash is a must-win for the Gunners. Meanwhile, Villa fan Justin joins us to highlight Unai Emery's excellent run, though Charlie believes it will remain a two-horse title race regardless of the result at the Emirates.Next, Manchester United fan Hannah joins us to discuss whether fans and media pressure have influenced Ruben Amorim's tactical approach.Finally, we ask whether Nottingham Forest were right to complain about the officiating in their defeat to Manchester City, with Charlie arguing that Rúben Dias should have been sent off.Watch us live, Monday to Friday, 10am until Midday on Sky Sports News or listen to the podcast as soon as we come off air. To get involved you can send a voice note or message via WhatsApp to 07514 917075.For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk.
في هذه الحلقة، مع أمير شحادة ومحسن كنانة، بدأنا بمباراة تشيلسي وأستون فيلا في الأسبوع الثامن عشر، حيث ناقشنا تفوق فيلا بهويتها الواضحة ومدربها المؤثر، مقابل تشيلسي التي تسيطر على الكرة دون فعالية حقيقية. بعدها تحدثنا عن صراع القمة والضغط الهادئ الذي يفرضه مانشستر سيتي على آرسنال، رغم استمرار آرسنال في تحقيق الانتصارات دون إقناع كامل. كما تطرقنا إلى فوز ليفربول الصعب على فريق متذيل الترتيب وبداية انسجام فلوريان فيرتس، إضافة إلى مانشستر يونايتد الذي يواصل تحقيق النتائج رغم الغيابات، لكنه ما زال يبحث عن الاستقرار In this episode, with Ameer Shhadeh and Mohsen Kinani, we opened with Chelsea vs Aston Villa in Matchweek 18, discussing Villa's clear identity and coaching impact versus Chelsea's possession without cutting edge. We then analyzed Manchester City's calm pressure on Arsenal in the title race, Liverpool's unconvincing win against the bottom side alongside Florian Wirtz's growing influence, and Manchester United's ability to win despite absences while still lacking true stability.
Max Rushden is joined by Jacob Steinberg, Sam Dalling and John Brewin as Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa all win at the top of the Premier League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
With Antoine Semenyo increasingly likely to depart Bournemouth in the winter transfer window and being heavily linked with Manchester City, could the Reds steal a march on their Mancunian rivals. Rob Gutmann hosts John Gibbons, Ian Ryan and Neil Atkinson… Get Exclusive NordVPN deal at https://nordvpn.com/TAW - it's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! Subscribe to The Anfield Wrap for more reaction to all the news and events that matter to you… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How did Unai Emery's genius win Aston Villa the game at Chelsea? Has Rayan Cherki's brilliance been the spark that has seen Man City win eight games on the bounce? How has Keith Andrews got Brentford playing so effectively after losing Bryan Mbeumo & Yoane Wissa in the summer? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate whether Arsenal continuing to win these edgy games is a good sign for them or is asking for trouble. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/football When you've done enough, Uber Eats. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It's time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It's FREE to join and as a member, you'll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this wildly off-topic finale to 2025, Mark (Mister Productivity) confesses his full-blown obsession with the Premier League—aka the real football. From getting hooked in 2022 by a friend in Sheffield to cheering on Man City through a historic treble, Mark explains why 90 minutes of non-stop action, fierce derbies, yellow cards, and zero timeouts beat every American sport he used to love. No productivity tips today—just pure passion for the beautiful game, a little rivalry trash talk, and why he'll never switch teams. If you're a footy fan (or just curious why someone would ditch the NFL cold turkey), this one's for you. Come for the Premier League love, stay for the productivity... next time. COYB! ⚽
Suj and James review all the football from Gameweek 18 that included a hat-trick for Kevin Schade against Bournemouth side who look wide open away from home, but it was a largely forgettable week for many FPL managers and now there are injury concerns for many defensive assets. Bournemouth now travel to Chelsea and that could make a move to Cole Palmer appealing but there's caution offered on Chelsea assets following their defeat to Aston Villa who themselves kept themselves in contention at the top ahead of tomorrow's big game at The Emirates. Arsenal won again, but there's now doubts around Jurrien Timber and Ricardo Calafiori, but Gabriel is back and many FPL managers will be seeking a quick resolution to restore The Gunners defender to their teams. Manchester City won too but the majority of well owned assets blanked. Their Manchester rivals United have some appealing assets ahead of playing bottom side Wolves, with defensive assets and Matheus Cunha like to be popular short term picks. They beat Newcastle who may also appeal but aren't in good form. West Ham lost again. But Tottenham won . Suj isn't blind to The Hammers increasingly precarious plight, but neither is James to Tottenham's win at Palace. And Dominic Calvert-Lewin can't stop scoring! Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Clash of the Correspondents, Liverpool v Leeds United with Dan Lord and Ed Salinger. Plus, James presents the GW19 Deadline Stream live and in partnership with FPL Team, exclusively on the Planet FPL YouTube Channel at 5pm GMT. Today on Patreon: Patreon QNA (BT), & Away Days; Crystal Palace (IT) The full Planet FPL schedule for this week can be found via this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/146903965 Want to become a member of our FPL community and support the Podcast? Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl Where throughout December all Patrons will have access to the next tier level above! More details here... https://www.patreon.com/posts/144662890 Follow James on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/PlanetFPLPod Follow Suj on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/sujanshah Follow Clayton on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Follow David on Twitter/x: https://x.com/PlanetFPLHunter Follow Nico on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/nico_semedo 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 #FantasyPremierLeague #FPL #GW18Review Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this episode, Harry Symeou begins to preview the upcoming Premier League fixture between Arsenal and Aston Villa. 1st and 3rd meet on Tuesday night in what feels like a huge game. Former Gunners boss Unai Emery has often been a thorn in Mikel Arteta's side and he'll be hoping to strike again versus his former club. Are the current league leaders strong enough to take maximum points and temporarily extend their lead over Manchester City at the top? Plus, Harry takes a bunch of your questions/thoughts from the live chat. Sign up to support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/thechroniclesofagooner?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink #arsenal #afc #premierleague
The Premier League heads into the final days of 2025 with a genuine three-team title race taking shape, as Arsenal set for a pivotal showdown with Aston Villa while Manchester City continue to apply pressure just behind them. We break down where the margins are shrinking, what Arsenal's recent performances tell us, and why Tuesday night at the Emirates feels like a defining moment.We also turn our attention to AFCON as the group stage reaches its decisive third matchday. History was made by Mozambique, heavyweight clashes continue to shape the knockout picture, and Monday's slate sets the field for the round of 16.Plus, a Domestic Focus on Americans abroad and MLS offseason moves, a packed Refill of headlines from around the world, and what's coming up across the SDH Network as 2025 winds down.
Manchester City secured an important 2–1 away victory over Nottingham Forest and Natalie Pike was joined by Paul Dickov and Andy Morrison for full-time reaction, analysis, and all the key talking points from a hard-fought win on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Arsenal return to the top of the Premier League after a 2–1 win over Brighton, but the performance once again raises familiar questions. The Gunners dominate large spells at the Emirates — racking up 2.8 xG, 24 shots and total territorial control — only to let the game drift into nervous territory late on, with David Raya forced into a crucial save to preserve the win.We break down a first half that should have put the game out of sight, including missed chances for Bukayo Saka and ongoing concerns around Arsenal's finishing. Martin Ødegaard scores his first goal of the season in trademark fashion, while Declan Rice adapts to an unfamiliar role and Arsenal's structure continues to generate chances without the ruthless edge to kill games.The second half sees a worrying 15-minute spell where Arsenal retreat, stop engaging high up the pitch, and invite Brighton back into the contest. We discuss Raya's intervention, the defensive adjustments that followed, and whether this “control then retreat” pattern is becoming a recurring issue.There's also frustration with refereeing decisions, including a controversial challenge on the goalkeeper and VAR inconsistencies across the weekend. We cover all the major talking points from Gameweek 17 in Whip Around the Grounds, with results from Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Aston Villa and more.In VARse, we analyse key officiating decisions from Old Trafford, the City Ground and Stamford Bridge, ranking what was contentious, what was ridiculous, and where the laws continue to be applied inconsistently.Finally, we look ahead to Arsenal vs Aston Villa. With Villa winning games while being outshot and outperforming their xG, and Arsenal struggling to convert dominance into comfort, we assess the tactical battle, injury concerns, likely line-ups, and what Mikel Arteta must get right this time around.Chapters:(00:00) – Arteta's Non-Negotiables Intro(01:40) – #ARSBHA Pre-Match, Injuries & the Return of Big Gabi(03:18) – Starting XI: Rice at Right Back?(04:52) – Stats, Arsenal Domination & Missed Early Chances(07:45) – Saka Shooting Volume vs End Product(12:12) – Ødegaard's First Goal of the Season(15:32) – Chances, xG and Why This Game Should've Been Dead(18:18) – Referee & Goalkeeper Challenge Controversy(21:42) – Second-Half Control & Set-Piece Pressure(24:42) – Brighton Goal: Freak Moment or Structural Issue?(27:26) – Fifteen-Minute Retreat & Loss of Engagement(28:06) – Raya's Match-Saving Intervention(30:02) – Martinelli's Impact, Late Chances & Full-Time Reflection(34:34) – Big Takeaways from the Brighton Win(38:37) – PT.2: Who Am I? (Game)(40:25) – Whip Around the Grounds: Gameweek 18(46:39) – VARse: Gameweek 18(56:04) – Officiating Trends & Referee Inconsistencies(01:02:23) – Aston Villa Preview: Style Clash & xG Trends(01:06:39) – Arsenal Line-Up, Injuries & Selection Calls(01:08:18) – The No.9 Debate & Attacking Balance(01:22:31) – Nwaneri?(01:35:21) – Who Am I? (Game) Reveal
Que briga pela taça, senhoras e senhores! Os três postulantes ao título venceram: Arsenal com sofrimento no fim, Manchester City com eficiência e Aston Villa com virada sensacional em pleno Stamford Bridge. Liverpool também ganhou e já está no G-4! E que apresentação de gala do Tottenham... será mesmo??? É o último episódio do ano! 00:00 - Convite importante! 02:00 - Abertura com chinelada 03:30 - Chelsea x Aston Villa, que jogo! E que trabalho de Unai Emery… 11:30 - Maresca pressionado 13:00 - JCB direto no Emirates para falar dos Guuuuunners 17:10 - Entrevista Gabriel Jesus 21:20 - A melhor defesa dessa Premier League e a ajuda dos adversários. 23:40 - Vitória grande do Manchester City 27:00 - Guardiolismo 32:50 - Liverpool da massa! 36:20 - Arne Slot culpa Van de Ven 41:00 - Um Boxing Day diferente 43:00 - Ruben Amorim muda o sistema! E vence. 47:10 - Brentford bem, Thomas Frank não faz falta? 49:50 - Burnley, Everton, West Ham, Leeds e a luta contra o rebaixamento 57:30 - A experiência da Natalie no Stadium of Light 59:40 - O show do Tottenham 01:03:05 - Entrevista Bentancur 01:03:30 - Glasner e o Crystal Palace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Stephen Goldsmith and Gareth Barker are joined by Richard Easterbrook after Sunderland maintained their unbeaten home record with a 1-1 draw against Leeds United, and assess the squad depth as the fixtures come thick and fast with a New Year's Day clash at home to Manchester City on the horizon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On the latest Media Matters podcast, Dave Davis is joined by David Lynch, Liverpool FC journalist, to give his insight into all the latest Liverpool FC transfer news around Semenyo and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tom White and Jamie O'Hara react to reports that Antoine Semenyo's representatives are in Manchester to finalise a deal, with Bournemouth's £65m release clause in focus. Would a January move make Manchester City title favourites? City fan Aston believes it would be a huge signing.The focus then shifts to Aston Villa's stunning form. Eleven straight wins leave Unai Emery's side just three points behind Arsenal ahead of their trip to the Emirates, with Jamie hailing Emery as the league's second-best manager behind Pep Guardiola.Next, we look at Arsenal's win over Brighton to return to the top of the Premier League and ask whether, after another incredible save, David Raya is the best goalkeeper in the league.We then turn to Dominic Calvert-Lewin's impressive form and ask whether it puts him in contention for an England call-up ahead of the World Cup.We finish with Florian Wirtz—and, joined by Liverpool fan Sarah, ask whether he has finally stepped up in Mohamed Salah's absence.Watch us live, Monday to Friday, 10am until Midday on Sky Sports News or listen to the podcast as soon as we come off air. To get involved you can send a voice note or message via WhatsApp to 07514 917075.For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk.
It was a huge win for the Blues at the weekend.Join Amos and Joe as they look back on the affair at at the City Ground.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
Ander Iturralde da la bienvenida a Óscar Portugal, además de a Borja García, Rafa Pastrana y Héctor Kriok, para analizar toda la jornada de Boxing Day en la Premier League...Comenzando por el Arsenal reteniendo su liderato al derrotar al Brighton; un liderato que habría caído, de lo contrario, en manos de un Manchester City que con polémica y euforia noqueó al Nottingham Forest; pero no con tanta euforia como la que sintió el Aston Villa ganando en Stamford Bridge al Chelsea, remontada incluida, para sumar su 11ª victoria seguida de la temporada; mientras que la temporada es lo que se le está complicando al Newcastle tras una no abultada pero sí dura derrota contra el Manchester United; como sí que fue dura y abultada también la victoria del Brentford sobre el Bournemouth de Andoni Iraola; el Burnley y el Everton jugaron un partido duro para el fútbol y para los goles no marcados; los que sí que marcó el Liverpool para ganar ajustadamente al perfectamente resistible Wolverhampton; pero no son muchas mejores las sensaciones de unos martillos que unos lobos cuando el West Ham vuelve a perder con el Fulham de Rául Jiménez; el Sunderland y el Leeds jugaron un divertido partido de Championship; el Tottenham se convirtió en el mejor visitante de la liga con su victoria en Selhurst Park contra el Crystal Palace; quién fue John Robertson, el mejor jugador de la historia del Nottingham Forest, con Borja García; lo mejor y también casi todo lo demás de Championship, con Rafa Pastrana; un mensaje de ponerse medallitas desde Corea del Sur, con Héctor Kriok y mucho más.Apoya a que Alineación Indebida pueda prosperar, accede a todo nuestro contenido premium y a nuestro server de Discord suscribiéndote por tan sólo 1.00$/1.00€ en: https://www.patreon.com/posts/146407371Además... Ahora, al suscribirte en nuestra página de Patreon, puedes escuchar todo nuestro contenido de Alineación Indebida Premium a través del siguiente link de Spotify. Sólo tienes que vincular la cuenta que abras en Patreon y, a partir de ahí, tendrás desbloqueado todo el contenido premium que producimos: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WeulpfbWFjVtLlpovTmPv¡Volvemos el Miércoles de Nochevieja!Sigue a Ander: https://x.com/andershoffmanSigue a Óscar: https://x.com/OscarP107Sigue a Borja: https://x.com/forestliveSigue a Rafa: https://x.com/RafaPastrana7Sigue a Héctor: https://x.com/KriokSigue al programa en Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodcastIndebidoSigue al programa en Instagram: instagram.com/podcastindebidoContacto: anderpodcast@gmail.com // alineacionindebidapodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The start of a new year brings forth Manchester City as our first foots at the SOL, and the tests don't get much tougher than that! Can the Lads upset the apple cart, or will Pep Guardiola's side be too strong? To let us know what to expect Amos Murphy from The City Rabble podcast joins us. Enjoyed the episode? Tough, we want you to unsubscribe immediately - or just follow us at @WTFSunlunPod, if you have to (You can subscribe via your favourite podcast app, if you really have to.) #SAFC #MCFC #EPL ---- Get 10% off at WeArSunlun.co.uk this Christmas simply by listening to this episode. SUNLUN. is a minimalist streetwear brand built in Sunderland, inspired by the pride and identity of Wearside. Founded by a local lad with a love for creating and a drive to build something proper, SUNLUN. represents more than just clothing, it's for people who carry Wearside with them wherever they go. Designed, cut and pressed in Sunderland. Enter WTFPOD10 at the checkout to get 10% off any order before the end of 2025.
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Can Forest move away from the relegation zone and get a win against Dyche's old team? Check out FFTV Merch! Click Here: https://forestfantv.com/ It is a massive midweek clash at the City Ground as Nottingham Forest welcome Everton for a high-stakes Premier League encounter. After a heartbreaking and controversial 1-2 defeat to Manchester City, the big question is: can the Reds channel that frustration into a winning performance? Despite the loss, the display against the champions was arguably our best under Sean Dyche, and a repeat of that grit and quality is exactly what's needed to secure three points and pull us further away from the relegation zone. Sitting in 17th, this is a "six-pointer" that could define our momentum heading into the New Year. Wolfie is in the hot seat to dissect the potential starting XI and the latest team news coming out of the Forest camp. With Ibrahim Sangaré away at AFCON and Ryan Yates a major doubt, will we see an unchanged midfield from the City game, or is it finally time for Bakwa to get his chance from the start? We also look at the fitness of Chris Wood and whether Dyche will stick with Igor Jesus to lead the line after his tireless work rate last time out. Getting the lineup right is crucial, especially against an Everton side that looks solid under David Moyes and already beat us 3-0 just a few weeks ago at their new stadium. This match carries extra weight for the gaffer, as Sean Dyche faces his former club once again. After the miserable 3-0 defeat on Merseyside in early December, there is a huge element of "revenge" in the air at the City Ground. We need the fans to be the 12th man and ensure the atmosphere is hostile from the first whistle to the last. Jump into the comments and let us know your score predictions—can we get the win we desperately need, or will the Toffees do the double over us? #nffc #everton #nottinghamforest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Fold is taking a break over summer. We'll be back soon with new episodes but, until then, here's one of our favourites from 2025: Nick Becker is an Aucklander who spent 15 years in the UK, much of it in key roles with huge EPL teams Arsenal and Manchester City, before a spell in Melbourne. He returned home to launch the city's first professional football team in more than a decade – one which overcame early doubts to become a phenomenon right out of the gate. He joins Duncan Greive on The Fold to talk about the decision to let a documentary crew film their first season, how to build fan engagement and delve into the complexities of reach versus reward in sports rights. This episode was originally published on July 15 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Robbie Mustoe and Danny Higginbotham break down an exciting Matchweek 18 in the Premier League01:07 - Another game, another come-from-behind victory for Aston Villa, as Ollie Watkins comes off the bench to rescue all 3 points in a 2-1 victory against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge17:31 - Rayan Cherki's late stunner at Nottingham Forest keeps Pep's men afoot in the title race and extends City's win streak to 8 in all competitions27:35 - Arsenal hold their nerve and rely on a brilliant David Raya save in a 2-1 win against Brighton, keeping their margin at the top of the table very narrow41:12 - A roundup of other results: Manchester United 1-0 Newcastle, Liverpool 2-1 Wolves, Crystal Palace 0-1 Tottenham Hotspur, Brentford 4-1 Bournemouth, Sunderland 1-1 Leeds United, West Ham United 0-1 Fulham, Burnley 0-0 Everton Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Gunners had to respond to Man City's 2-1 win away at the City Ground,and respond they did, with an equivalent victory over one of last season's bogey team, Brighton.Join Gabby, Mitch, and Deen for the SPS reaction to Arsenal's ascent back to the top of the Premier League, headlined by the best Martin Odegaard performance in ages, Declan Rice filling in admirably at right back, and OWN GOAL AGAIN OLE OLE!Tap in!
Sean Dyche was furious with referee Rob Jones after Nottingham Forest were beaten 2-1 at home in the Premier League by Manchester City. We reflect on the match and the key incidents as Forest played well at the City Ground. We'll also preview the upcoming game against Everton in full and react to the latest transfer news as Arnauld Kalimuendo and James McAtee are linked with moves away with the January transfer window on the horizon. Matt Davies is joined by Greg Mitchell, Mikey Clarke and Mark Sutherns. #nffc #nottinghamforest
Ian Cheeseman was the BBC's Manchester City correspondent for nearly 25 years and has been a fan all of his life. Here he hosts his weekly podcast, Forever Blue, where all things Man City are discussed. Sponsored by Counting King, experts in business finance. Ian talks to former City player Gary Bennett, who started his career at Manchester City but is best known for his time at Sunderland. Annabel and Andy join the debate as they discuss the magic of Rayan Cherki, City's defending and the upcoming trip to Sunderland. To buy a "It's Great to be a Blue" TShirt go via this linkbuytickets.at/itsgreattobeablue/storeIf you'd like to support Ian's work you can message him by DM on twitter @iancheeseman
Se busca a cuatro desaparecidos, un español y sus tres hijos, tras el naufragio de un barco turístico en Komodo, Bali. La mujer y otra hija son rescatadas. El hombre es un entrenador de fútbol valenciano, generando gran preocupación en su ciudad. El PSOE exige la dimisión de Alberto Núñez Feijóo por mentir sobre la DANA de Valencia. Afirman que los mensajes presentados a la jueza por Feijóo prueban el conocimiento del gobierno valenciano sobre la gravedad del suceso, contradiciendo su versión. Zelenski y Donald Trump se encuentran en Florida para tratar un plan de paz en Ucrania, mientras Kiev sufre nuevos bombardeos con dos muertos. Putin declara que resolverá la situación por la fuerza. En deportes, el Boxing Day de la Premier League registra victorias de Manchester City y Arsenal. El Aston Villa de Unai Emery se afianza en el tercer puesto. Isco, del Betis, se opera del tobillo. Real Madrid y Barcelona juegan hoy en baloncesto. "La Noche con el Grupo Risa" reflexiona sobre el fin ...
Wolfie dissects the defeat to Man City and were Forest Robbed of a point by the Referee? To Buy Wolfie A Coffee! Click Here: https://buymeacoffee.com/forestfantv The City Ground was rocking, and for large spells of this game, it felt like Nottingham Forest were about to pull off something special. Wolfie is back to react to a heart breaking 1-2 defeat at the hands of Manchester City—a result that absolutely does not tell the full story. Despite City taking the points, the Reds put in a performance of immense grit and quality, arguably outplaying the former champions and leaving Pep Guardiola's side looking completely rattled until the final stages. Omari Hutchinson's equaliser brought the roof off, and for most of that second half, it looked like Forest were the only team going to win it. However, the mood turned from pride to pure fury in the 83rd minute as Rayan Cherki's winning goal was allowed to stand. Wolfie dissects the controversial lead-up to that strike, where Morgan Gibbs-White appeared to be quite clearly shoved to the ground, preventing him from blocking the shot. We're also looking at how Ruben Dias managed to stay on the pitch after a blatant second-yellow challenge on Igor Jesus. This brings us to the big question that every Forest fan is asking tonight: is there a genuine "Big 6" bias when it comes to refereeing decisions? When the margins are this thin, how can such an obvious foul be ignored by the officials and VAR? We want to hear your unfiltered reactions in the comments below—were you proud of that performance, and do you feel we were cheated out of at least a point? Make sure to like the video, subscribe for more honest Forest content, and join the debate. #nffc #premierleague #mancity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew break down the Premier League title race and react to wins for Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa. Plus, the guys break down Liverpool's nervy win over Wolves and praise Florian Wirtz for a brilliant performance capped off by his first goal for the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nottingham Forest were beaten 2-1 by Manchester City in the Premier League at the City Ground. It was a brave performance from Forest, who deserved to take something from the game after Omari Hutchinson made it 1-1. Rayan Cherki was instrumental for City and he hit the winner when Forest felt Morgan Gibbs-White was fouled. Matt Davies is joined by Paul Morley and Adam Summerton, fresh from commentating on the game for TNT Sports. #nffc #nottinghamforest
In part two of our three part January Transfer Window Special, presented by Verizon, the Transfer Guru himself Fabrizio Romano sits down with Rog to answer questions from our very own listeners, including....will Tottenham sign Savinho from Manchester City? Will Lucas Paqueta be on the move from West Ham? And who is the next big name player to join Messi and Thomas Muller in MLS? Plus, much, much more!Shop the Men in Blazers store: https://mibcourage.co/48Yt7MGSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.