Podcast Episodes

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 Davies-Adams to look ahead to Saturday's derby before tur…

Published on 16 hours ago

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 crisis?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: James Horncastle

Executive Pr…

Published on 1 day, 14 hours ago

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.

17 points from their opening nine Premier League games is the …

Published on 2 days, 14 hours ago

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 fixture?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Andy Mitten, Pol Ballus, Gu…

Published on 3 days, 14 hours ago

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 Sunday, with Liverpool, Man City and Chelsea also losing.…

Published on 4 days, 13 hours ago

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.

Today we’re bringing you a special episode sitting dow…

Published on 6 days, 1 hour ago

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 Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday's clash before turn…

Published on 1 week ago

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

With: Dermot Corrigan and Matt Slater

Featuring: James Horncastle

Executi…

Published on 1 week, 1 day ago

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 this season?

And in terms of Isak, why is he struggling aft…

Published on 1 week, 2 days ago

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 false dawn?

The Athletic’s Laurie Whitwell and Mark Critch…

Published on 1 week, 3 days ago