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The Athletic FC Podcast
The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really hap...
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Meet the man expected to fix English football
Today we bring you an audio exclusive with David Kogan, Chair of the Independent Football Regulator.
A role that makes him one of the most power...
The future of watching football
A week ago we released a documentary about illegal streaming. It’s fair to say, you’ve had a lot to say about it.
So, today we’re going to answe...
Premier League review: The biggest surprises so far
We’re eleven games into the 2025/26 Premier League season. Arsenal are top, Man City are clinging to their coat tails, Sunderland are in the Champions...
Cesc Fabregas, data, and Disney: Inside Como
Como 1907 are one of the most intriguing clubs in modern football. They have gone from Serie D to Serie A in just six years, backed by billionaire own...
Ornstein meets Adam Wharton: “I was born in Blackburn not Barcelona”
Today we're bringing you an exclusive interview for The Athletic, Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton in conversation with David Ornste...
One year of Amorim: The good, the bad and the worst Man United team in history
Ruben Amorim’s first year at Manchester United has been box office.
From the lows of the Europa League final defeat to the highs of that histori...
Can Man City challenge Arsenal for the title?
Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th game in management ended with Liverpool thrashed and Man City just four points off Arsenal.
Erling Haaland was among the...
The Underground World of Illegal Streaming
Does the rise of illegal streaming pose an existential threat to football?
To answer that question, Adam Leventhal has spent the last six months...
The Preview: Man City vs Liverpool
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Manchester City vs Liverpool.
Where do you play Wirtz? How do you s...
Are Premier League sides finding the Champions League too easy?
Halfway through the Champions League league phase and one pattern is emerging; the dominance of the Premier League.
But is that a problem for th...
Have Liverpool stopped the rot?
Anfield roared - and booed - as Liverpool emphatically defeated Real Madrid in the Champions League.
So could this victory reignite their season...
Can anyone save Wolves?
Wolves have sacked manager Vitor Pereira.
With zero wins in the league, and just two points, all signs lead to relegation.
So, can anyone...
Why are Spurs so bad at home?
Another home defeat, and flat performance against Chelsea, losing 1-0 on Saturday.
But Tottenham are fifth in the Premier League - having finish...
The Preview: Spurs vs Chelsea
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea.
Carl Anka and Jay Harris join Matt D...
Can Juventus succeed under Spalletti?
Juventus have sacked Igor Tudor and are set to appoint Luciano Spalletti.
With the ghost of Cristiano still haunting the club, are they in crisi...
How Sunderland surprised the Premier League
Sunderland have enjoyed a dream start so far in the Premier League.
Their win over Chelsea means they’re in the top four after nine games.
...
Has Lamine Yamal reignited El Clasico?
El Clasico was back to its fiery best on Sunday, as Lamine Yamal's pre-match comments sparked fury in Madrid.
Has he reignited this famous fixtu...
Why Arsenal are the team to beat
Arsenal are top of the Premier League - four points ahead of Bournemouth in second.
It was an important win for them against Crystal Palace on S...
Liam Rosenior interview: Strasbourg's rapid rise & the value of diversity
After eight games, RC Strasbourg sit 3rd in Ligue 1, two points behind league leaders Marseille and just one point behind European champions PSG.
The Preview: Aston Villa vs Man City
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Aston Villa vs Manchester City.
Stu James and Tim Spiers join Matt...
Why was Barcelona's league game in Miami cancelled?
Barcelona were set to play Villarreal in Miami in December.
That’s now been cancelled. Today, we explain why.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
W...
Are Newcastle over Isak already?
Life after Alexander Isak has been hit and miss for Newcastle.
But in Nick Woltemade, have they already found the key to Newcastle's fortunes th...
How do Man United build on Liverpool win?
Manchester United’s first victory at Anfield since 2016 was a massive moment for the club.
But how does Ruben Amorim ensure this isn’t another f...
Why Forest are turning to Dyche
After just 39 days, Nottingham Forest have sacked Ange Postecoglou.
He recorded no wins in his eight games in charge.
Sean Dyche is set to...
Gundogan interview: Klopp vs Guardiola, Man City's treble & more
Today we speak to one of the best players to have graced the Premier League, İlkay Gündoğan.
The iconic former Manchester City midfielder sat do...
The Preview: Liverpool vs Man United
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is for many, the marquee match up in English football, Liverpool vs Manchest...
What do football agents actually do?
The transfer window may not be open but the industry is still moving behind the scenes.So what do agents actually do?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined b...
Is Harry Kane better than ever?
England are heading to the World Cup, and typically it’s thanks to captain Harry Kane.
So how important is he to their chances next summer?
Are Spurs for sale?
In early September, Daniel Levy stepped down from his role as Spurs chairman after nearly 25 years.
So who is running the show now? And are Spur...
Inside Liverpool's 15 year journey from civil war to superclub
This week marks 15 years of FSG ownership at Liverpool
In that time they've won two Premier Leagues and a Champions League.
So, how did L...
Why goalkeepers are going long
This week’s Athletic FC Tactics podcast discusses the evolution of goalkeeper distribution.
Are teams actually going long more often?
Are...
Premier League review: Who has more questions than answers?
We’re seven games into the 25/26 Premier League season and Arsenal sit top, Wolves are the only side yet to register a win and Sunderland are 9th!?
How much time will Ange get at Forest?
Seven games played: five defeats, two draws, no wins. Statistically the worst start by any Nottingham Forest manager for a century.
Ange Posteco...
Is Tuchel improving England?
It’s been a year since Thomas Tuchel signed up as England manager.
He’s had six games to make his mark so far, with the World Cup just eight mo...
Why the Premier League has gone back to basics
So far, this season we’ve had… long throws, rugby-style kickoffs and big lads up front.
So why has the Premier League gone old school?
Ho...
Why have Liverpool lost their way?
Liverpool had a perfect start after record spending, but now they've lost three in a row.
So why is Arne Slot’s Red Machine mis-firing?
Ho...
Jurgen Klopp on life after Liverpool and his fears for football
Jurgen Klopp is back in football but not as a manager. In January, he began work as global head of soccer at Red Bull.
Our very own Adam Crafton...
The Preview: Chelsea vs Liverpool
Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is the red card loving blues of Chelsea versus the no longer red hot reds of...
Why Wirtz is struggling at Liverpool
Eight games into his Liverpool career Florian Wirtz is yet to score or assist.
So why the slow start and how long will he take to adapt to the...
How Glasner has made Palace unbeatable
Crystal Palace are flying.
They’re the FA Cup holders, they’re in Europe and they’re on an 18-game unbeaten run across all competitions.
...