Tottenham Hotspur have sacked the manager who delivered a first trophy in 17 years.

So, why have they sacked Ange Postecoglou and why do they want Thomas Frank to replace him?

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: Jay Harris and Seb Stafford-Bloor

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After signing Wolves’ Matheus Cunha for £62.5million, Manchester United have made an opening bid of £55m to sign Bryan Mbuemo from Brentford.

So, with no European football, how are United still drawing the big names - and are they at risk of breaching PSR after their lowest top flight league finish since 1974?

Listener feedback survey: https://forms.gle/3Ecby2zfysRaTfFZ6

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: Carl Anka, Mark Critchley, Conor O'Neill

Executive Producers: Adey Moorhead & Guy Clarke

Producer: Jay Beale

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer window is open and Liverpool are after one European football’s brightest talents as they look to complete a deal for Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz.

And it’s not just the champions who are active, Man City are making moves of their own with a fee agreed for AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders is on his way, who will be next?

Listener feedback survey: https://forms.gle/3Ecby2zfysRaTfFZ6

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: David Ornstein, Phil Hay and James Pearce

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PSG have finally got their hands on the Champions League trophy after beating Inter 5-0 in the final in Munich on Saturday night.

So, how did they do it and are they set to dominate European football?

Listener feedback survey: https://forms.gle/3Ecby2zfysRaTfFZ6

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: James Horncastle, Adam Crafton and Liam Tharme

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Saturday, PSG will face Inter in the 24/25 Champions League final in Munich. 

It will be the meeting of the oldest versus the youngest team from the knockout stage, will experience or youthful exuberance prevail?

The Athletic’s Italian football correspondent James Horncastle and French football specialist Tom Williams join Ayo Akinwolere to preview the game.

Can Luis Enrique’s decision to ditch the ‘superstars’ and change the culture at PSG be validated with the clubs first Champions League trophy or will Inter and Inzaghi achieve the respect they have perhaps deserved more of over the last few years? 

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Guests: James Horncastle, Tom Williams

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Jay Beale

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea have won a trophy and have Champions League football next season.

So, has Enzo Maresca proven the doubters wrong?

Listener feedback survey: https://forms.gle/3Ecby2zfysRaTfFZ6

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Simon Johnson and Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunderland are back in the Premier League after eight years away.

So how did a club who were in League One three years ago make their way back to the top table?

And crucially, can they stay there?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Phil Hay, Chris Weatherspoon, Leo Pearlman

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou & John Rogers

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Napoli won a second Scudetto in three years as a dramatic Serie A title race went down to the final day.

So how did Antonio Conte’s side get the better of Champions League finalists Inter, despite losing their two best players?

And what part did former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay play in the title triumph? 

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: James Horncastle

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa narrowly missed out on a crucial top-five finish in the Premier League—falling short after a moment of controversy at Old Trafford.

So, why couldn’t Unai Emery’s side get over the line this season? And what does failing to qualify for the Champions League mean for Villa’s summer transfer ambitions?

Host Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Jacob Tanswell and Villa expert Dan Bardell to unpack the highs, lows, and looming decisions facing the club this summer.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Guests: Jacob Tanswell, Dan Bardell

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producers: Nick Thomson

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On 25 May 2025, Liverpool will receive their 20th top flight crown, equaling the record set by Manchester United.

This season's victory will be defined by Mohamed Salah's goals, Arne Slot's career-defining debut, and the measured manner with which the Reds marched on.

But five years ago, when Liverpool last won English football's most prestigious trophy for the first time in 30 years, this was not the scene.

Simon Hughes has spoken to families in Liverpool to find out how this title sits five years on from the Covid-19 pandemic. You'll hear the story of the content creator who feels a disconnect with Anfield now. The former steward who never got to savour a title win. And the Hillsborough survivor for whom the Atletico match was his last.

Please note this episode includes strong language, and content some listeners may find upsetting

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Athletic’s end-of-season awards, for the 2024-25 season. A time to celebrate the best of the best across the Premier League, WSL and Europe.

The Athletic's Data & Tactic’s Editor Duncan Alexander, Women’s Football Writer Megan Feringa & Football Writer Jacob Whitehead join Adam Leventhal to name our Player, Young Player, Manager and team of the season in our respective categories.  

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: Duncan Alexander, Megan Feringa, Jacob Whitehead

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Jay Beale

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tottenham Hotspur got the job done in Bilbao with Brennan Johnson scoring the only goal in the Europa League Final win over Manchester United.

So what does the trophy mean for Spurs & Postecoglou and where does defeat leave Ruben Amorim & Manchester United?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Jack Pitt-Brooke and Laurie Whitwell

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight - Spurs or Manchester United will be crowned Europa League champions

So… will it be Ange Postecoglou or Ruben Amorim that rescues a disastrous season? 

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Spurs writer Jay Harris and Manchester United writer Carl Anka. We also hear from The Athletic’s Jack Pitt-Brooke & Laurie Whitwell who attended the press conferences of Postecoglou and Amorim ahead of the pivotal game.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Jay Harris & Carl Anka

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou & John Rogers

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs’ Europa League run has been the shining light in an otherwise disappointing season.

They have a chance to end a 17-year wait for a major trophy on Wednesday night. 

So what would it mean for the club and manager Ange Postecoglou if they win the Europa League?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Danny Kelly & Phil Hay

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, it’s all eyes on Bilbao as Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur meet in the Europa League final.

Today, we’re focusing on Ruben Amorim’s side and asking what would success mean for Manchester United?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critchley

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On 18th May 2025, Everton will play their final Premier League game at Goodison Park against Southampton. For the men’s team, it will no longer be their home.

In this special episode allow yourself to be transported to the stadium, as The Athletic FC captures the iconic sound that only Goodison could bring.

You will hear from fans about their memories of the stadium, what it will mean to move on from the place they have called home for 133 years, and a surprising amount of love for the restricted view.

So sit back and relax, and join us at Everton Football Club…

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crystal Palace have the chance to win their first major trophy on Saturday as they face Manchester City in the FA Cup Final.

So how has Oliver Glasner transformed Palace and would silverware take the Eagles to the next level? 

Host: Matt Davies-Adams

With: Matt Woosnam, Reuben Pinder, Sam Lee

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Jay Beale

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Kane’s trophy drought is over having helped Bayern Munich to the Bundesliga in his second season in Germany.

But is one Bundesliga trophy enough for the England captain - and is silverware the only marker of success?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Art De Roche

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Sunday afternoon Trent Alexander-Arnold was booed at Anfield. 

So why do supporters boo their own players and is it ever acceptable?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: James Pearce, Oli Kay, Carl Anka

Featuring: Art de Roché, Simon Johnson, Chris Waugh

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producers: Guy Clarke and Jay Beale

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brentford’s dynamic duo Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa have lit up the Premier League once again this season.

But with Thomas Frank admitting Mbeumo could be sold this summer - what does the future hold for him and strike partner Wissa?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Jay Harris & Liam Tharme

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.