The Athletic FC Podcast

This week, The Athletic FC Tactics podcast diiscuss the huge Premier League title clash between Manchester City and Arsenal. Can Mikel Arteta finally get the better of his old mentor? Or will Pep Guardiola pull yet another tactical rabbit out of his hat? Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox, Mark Carey & Liam Tharme Producer: Mike Stavrou, Si Watts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Napoli’s Aurelio De Laurentiis is one of European football’s most outspoken and recognisable owners and this week he’s been telling Adam Crafton all about his plans to revolutionise football - including a European Super Championship. They also discuss his relationship Antonio Conte - who guided Napoli to last season's Serie A title the subject of Filmauro's 'Ag4in' documentary. Plus, De Laurentiis shares his thoughts on the influence agents have within the game whilst also discussing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's move from Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain. This interview is also available to watch on The Athletic FC Podcast YouTube channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The top two face off in a massive game in the title race. Will Man City continue their excellent recent form, or can Arsenal spring a surprise at the Etihad? Host: Matt Davies-Adams Guests: Cerys Jones & Art De Roché Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Jay Beale & John Rogers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Champions League knockout classic, that Real Madrid for once lost out in! Elimination at the hands of Bayern Munich, they’re staring at a second successive trophyless season for the first time in 16 years. So just how broken are Real Madrid? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Dermot Corrigan and Guillermo Rai Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The managerial merry-go-round has started up again! The latest mover is Andoni Iraola, who is leaving Bournemouth at the end the season. So what next for Iraola and the Cherries? And how will this move impact the managerial market? Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: David Ornstein, James Horncastle Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With fewer than 60 days before the World Cup begins - the eye-watering cost of tickets remains a contentious issue. So will this be the most expensive football tournament ever? And if so, who is this World Cup actually for? Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: Adam Crafton, Matt Slater, Henry Bushnell Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Arsenal slumped to defeat Man City closed the gap at the top of the Premier League with a statement win on Sunday. Defeat to Bournemouth now makes it three losses in four in all competitions for Mikel Arteta's side. So, are Arsenal losing their nerve, again? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Adam Crafton & James McNicholas Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Jay Beale & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming up today, we have a truly special interview. Manchester United legend Patrice Evra in conversation with The Athletic’s Adam Crafton. They cover a huge amount of ground, including his relationship with ‘the boss’ Sir Alex Ferguson, the highs and lows of his Champions League final appearances and his take on whether Michael Carrick should be handed the United job permanently. Host: Adam Crafton Guest: Patrice Evra Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Liam Warburton and Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea welcome Manchester City to Stamford Bridge. Can the Citizens keep the pressure on in the title race? Elsewhere Arsenal host Bournemouth, Manchester United face local rivals Leeds, and Roberto De Zerbi begins his Tottenham tenure away to Sunderland. Host: Matt Davies-Adams Guests: Tim Spiers & Mark Critchley Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Jay Beale & John Rogers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After more than 20 years of waiting - Atletico Madrid have won at Camp Nou and it was Barca target Julian Alvarez who played a starring role! So - does his performance underline their determination to sign the Argentine? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Pol Ballus and Dermot Corrigan Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Kane’s 49th goal of the season helped Bayern Munich to victory in the Bernabeu. Luis Diaz and Michael Olise played a starring support role. With a front three to be feared - are Vincent Kompany’s side the best in Europe? Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: Carl Anka & Seb Stafford-Bloor Producers: Guy Clarke, Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After losing 4-0 at the Etihad, Liverpool’s season is at risk of unravelling. With so much uncertainty surrounding the club's hierarchy, are FSG allowing Liverpool to drift? Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: Simon Hughes & Matt Slater Producers: Jay Beale & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This weekend see's FA Cup quarter-final action as squads return from the international break. Manchester City host Liverpool in a mouthwatering tie, and one that will be Mohammed Salah's final trip to the Etihad Stadium as a Red. Host: Matt Davies-Adams Guests: Cerys Jones & Andy Jones Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Jay Beale & John Rogers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marc Cucurella has lamented Chelsea’s decision to part ways with Enzo Maresca. He joins Enzo Fernandez who earlier this month said he ‘did not understand the decision’. So, are Chelsea’s players now losing faith in the club’s ownership? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Pol Ballus, Liam Twomey, Chris Weatherspoon Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Jay Beale and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 48-team line-up for the World Cup has now been determined, after a night of drama in the play-offs. And for the third successive tournament, Italy miss out… So what now for the four-time champions? Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: Felipe Cardenas, Carl Anka Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fallout from the AFCON final in January continues to rumble on. On Saturday - Senegal paraded the trophy in Paris …. despite having their title stripped and handed to Morocco. So what happens next? And how much has this saga damaged the reputation of AFCON? Host: Ayo Akinwolere Guests: Simon Hughes, Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Igor Tudor has left Tottenham Hotspur, after just one win from seven games in charge. They’re now pursuing Roberto De Zerbi to replace him. So, can he save them from relegation? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: James Horncastle & Dan Kilpatrick Executive Producers: Adey Moorhead Producer: Guy Clarke & Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're into the final international break before this summer’s World Cup. Harry Maguire and Kobbe Mainoo are back in the England squad while Trent Alexander-Arnold was left out by Thomas Tuchel. So, who should be on the plane come June? Host: Matt Davies-Adams Guests: Stu James & Jack Pitt-Brooke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Jay Beale & John Rogers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Premier League currently and historically has seen a wide range of ownership models from local businessmen to sovereign wealth funds. But what actually makes a good owner? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Matt Slater and Andy Mitten Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After nine years and more than 250 goals, Mohamed Salah is set to leave Liverpool. The Egyptian King has helped fire the Reds to Champions League & Premier League glory. So how much of a loss will he be, and can Liverpool replace him? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: David Ornstein, Oli Kay, Mark Carey Featuring: John Gibbons Executive Producers: Guy Clarke & Adey Moorhead Producers: Mike Stavrou & Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.