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On this week's show we analyse Zambia striker Patson Daka's big move to Leicester City – will he succeed in the EPL? And Daka tells us about his faith. Also, Uefa have decided to scrap the away goals rule in European club football, should CAF do the same? Plus Stuart on Euro 2020, and on Patrick Viera becoming Crystal Palace manager.

On this week's show we take a look at Caf's statement on their vision to grow the game in Africa and to deal with negative perceptions - after so many stories and allegations of abuse of finances. Also, we speak to Ricky Hill, one of the first black players to play for England, on why are there so few black coaches in English football.Plus Stuart on Euro 2020, as we get ready for the knockout stage.

On this week's show we focus on the story of the failed European Super League – a plan to create greater revenue for 12 top European clubs, where a huge outcry saw the end of the project in the space of three days. What was behind the plans, what about the idea that football is for all? And while Fifa has always condemned the plans for the ESL, Fifa president Gianni Infantino has plans to start an African Super League, with 20-24 top clubs paying $20m a year to take part. Plus Stuart looks at Jose Mourinho's departure from Spurs.

On this week's show we hear from Fifa president Gianni Infantino, who says that with elections for a new Caf president taking place next month, this is a crucial period for African football. Infantino says that with good leadership at Caf, the continent might do better at the next Fifa men's and women's World Cups and compete well against the big teams. Also we go to Cameroon and hear what the reaction is there to Indomitable Lions and Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana being given a one-year ban by Uefa after he failed an out-of-competition doping test. Plus Stuart's assessment of how new Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is doing so far.

On this week's show we go to the Under-20 Afcon in Mauritania, the biggest sporting event ever held in the country, and there are two brand-new stadiums for the tournament. Also we investigate a hot issue – allegations of the weaponization of Covid-19 in African football. Some visiting teams have accused their opponents of arranging fake positive Covid-19 results to rule players out of action. And, was it fair for Uefa to give Cameroon and Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana a one-year ban after he failed an out-of-competition doping test, when he says it was a mistake. Plus Stuart with the EPL latest.

On this week's show we hear more from UK journalist Ed Aarons on his book “Made in Africa – The history of African players in English football”. Ed looks at South African trailblazer Albert Johanneson – one of the first high-profile black players, of any nationality, to play top-flight football in England. And we talk about another South African, Lucas Radebe, and his hugely successful time at Leeds United. Plus Stuart on Arsenal's goalscoring problems.

On this week's show we take a look at the latest round of 2021 Afcon qualifiers, with Algeria among the four teams to have made it with two games to spare, while Nigeria and Ghana still have to wait. Comoros are edging towards a first qualification, and the likes of Sudan are still in the race. Plus Stuart assesses how the African players are doing in the EPL so far.

On this week's show we look at the race to be president of the Confederation of African Football, with South African Patrice Motsepe, one of Africa's richest men, among those challenging the current president Ahmad. And we have lots on women's football, as the Cosafa Women's Championship has featured three of Africa's top players, and we hear from one of them – Zambia striker Barbra Banda. Plus Stuart on the requests for a return to five substitutes in the EPL.

On this week's show we focus on scouting of African players, and we speak to Arsenal's former head of global scouting, Francis Cagigao. He explains how sophisticated the scouting system is at big European clubs, and how Africa needs to invest more in scouting structures. Plus Stuart tell us about the legend Pele, who turned 80 recently.

On this week's show, we take a look at statistics and record-keeping in African football. There's a huge contrast between the record-keeping in football in most African countries and the European leagues. We speak to African football expert Nuhu Adams in Ghana – Nuhu believes that the lack of basic records and statistics is affecting the progress of African football. And, continental action is back this weekend – we preview the first legs of the CAF Champions League semi-finals. Plus Stuart on the EPL and how Covid-19 might affect things in the coming months.

Stuart and Luke interview comedian Katy French. They talked about elevating spaces, eerie family heirlooms, and Luke's love for Stuart's mom's taste. Plus Stuart's album Dandy Man is now available everywhere for digital download!   Where you can donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd   Follow Katy on Twitter @katyifrench & Instagram @katyfrench   Follow the show @TheL8NightShow   Follow Stuart @stuartbthompson   Follow Luke on Twitter @LukeDoesStuff & IG @helphelphelphelp

Stuart and Luke interview comedian Leah Kayajanian. They talked about being a trendsetter, their love of the hang, and roasting her baby. Plus Stuart's album Dandy Man is now available everywhere you get your albums! Enjoy!   Where you can donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd   Follow Leah on Twitter @leahkayjay & Instagram @leah_kayjay   Follow the show @TheL8NightShow   Follow Stuart @stuartbthompson   Follow Luke on Twitter @LukeDoesStuff & IG @helphelphelphelp

Comedians Stuart Thompson & Luke Schwartz interview Chris Estrada. They talked about his pronouns, how kids are doomed,  and deep stuff. Plus Stuart's album Dandy Man is available everywhere on July 24 and for pre-sale on Apple Music right now! Enjoy!   Where you can donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd   Follow Chris on Twitter @ChrisEstrada85 & Instagram @chrisestradacomic   Follow the show @TheL8NightShow   Follow Stuart @stuartbthompson   Follow Luke on Twitter @LukeDoesStuff & IG @helphelphelphelp

On this week's show we focus on how former South African president Nelson Mandela used the power of football to build his country. July 18th is Nelson Mandela International Day, and 10 years ago South Africa hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup. We hear from Neil Tovey, who captained Bafana Bafana at the 1996 AFCON. Plus Stuart on the Manchester City case as the club is cleared of Financial Fair Play breaches

Comedians Stuart Thompson & Luke Schwartz catch up with Greg Edwards. They talk about dinner theatre, drinking with jockeys, and dancing. Plus Stuart's album Dandy Man is available everywhere on July 24 and for pre-sale on Apple Music on July 17!   Where you can donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd   Follow Greg on Twitter @gregthegrouch & Instagram @gregcomedy   Follow the show @TheL8NightShow   Follow Stuart @stuartbthompson   Follow Luke on Twitter @LukeDoesStuff & IG @helphelphelphelp

On this week's show we hear from Liberian President George Weah, the 1995 World Footballer of the Year, on whether he agrees with those who say that he is the best African player ever. Weah also talks about the hard work that he and other trailblazing African players did in Europe, opening the way for thousands to follow. Plus Stuart on Manchester City's inconsistency.

On this week’s show we look at how the coronavirus situation is affecting football in Africa. There was good news for national associations as Fifa will give $500,000 of financial relief to all of their member associations for operational costs. But it’s tough for clubs, though Cameroon’s FA, say they will give clubs in the top divisions $2000 each – it’s not much, but they are trying.Ivory Coast legend Didier Drogba’s aim of becoming the next Ivory Coast FA president took a knock in a preliminary vote, where he had no votes. But do we need more former players to get involved as administrators, or do they lack the skills required? Plus Stuart continues his series assessing the African players’ performances in the EPL so far this season.

On this week's show we look at how the coronavirus situation is affecting football in Africa. There was good news for national associations as Fifa will give $500,000 of financial relief to all of their member associations for operational costs. But it's tough for clubs, though Cameroon's FA, say they will give clubs in the top divisions $2000 each – it's not much, but they are trying.Ivory Coast legend Didier Drogba's aim of becoming the next Ivory Coast FA president took a knock in a preliminary vote, where he had no votes. But do we need more former players to get involved as administrators, or do they lack the skills required? Plus Stuart continues his series assessing the African players' performances in the EPL so far this season.

Stuart Clarkson and Roy Martin are joined by John Myers to mark the 20th anniversary of Century 105 in the North West. John also talks about his recent cancer treatment and offers his thoughts on the current state of UK radio - before taking on the quizmaster role for a game of our geek quiz Stu v Roy. Plus Stuart talks to Wireless CEO Scott Taunton - the man who’s just signed Chris Evans for Virgin Radio - about the biggest story of the year and Wireless' plans for the future. James Cridland shares his thoughts on the Evans move to Virgin - and David Lloyd has more Radio Moments.

Stuart Clarkson and Roy Martin dissect the week’s news in the radio industry, including the arrival of a fourth Culture Secretary in two years. Plus Stuart takes a look through the latest BBC pay figures, just released as part of the corporation's Annual Report 2017-18. James Cridland considers what we can learn from Germany’s multiplatform radio landscape, and David Lloyd has more Radio Moments.

Trevor Dann is back with May's discussion about radio. Joining him are Chloe Straw, David Hepworth and Nick Pitts, recorded at Jazz FM in London. Plus Stuart and Roy take you through the latest radio news, James Cridland looks at the latest MIDAS research from RAJAR, and David Lloyd has more Radio Moments.