Podcast Episodes

The Preview: MW15

Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week we're looking ahead to the biggest games of MW15.

Tim Spiers and Cerys Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the midweek action and prev…

Published on 1 week, 5 days ago

Is Declan Rice the Premier League's best midfielder?

Arsenal continue to set the pace in the Premier League, but there was a minor scare at the Emirates as Declan Rice was forced off against Brentford.

So, how important is he for Arsenal?

Host: Ayo Akinw…

Published on 1 week, 6 days ago

Are Spurs fans losing faith in Frank?

Tuesday night saw goals galore in the Premier League.

Nine at Craven Cottage as Manchester City edged a 5-4 win over Fulham - including Erling Haaland’s 100th.

And at St James’ Park - there was a last …

Published on 2 weeks ago

Man United's midfield wishlist for 2026

It’s now less than a month until the January transfer window opens.

Manchester United are in pursuit of a new midfielder, with Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba among the names being con…

Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago

Will Chelsea's lack of discipline cost them?

Chelsea took a point against Arsenal despite, yet again, being down to ten men. 

So, will their ill-discipline stop them being title contenders?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Bro…

Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago

The Preview: Chelsea vs Arsenal

Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Chelsea vs Arsenal.

Which side will make the bigger statement with a win? Does Enzo Maresca have to start Estevao? Who wou…

Published on 2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why Bayern are still Arsenal's main European rivals

In the battle of two of Europe’s heavyweights it was Arsenal who came out on top.

So, how much damage does a first defeat of the season do to Vincent Kompany’s Bayern?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Seb Sta…

Published on 2 weeks, 6 days ago

Vini Jr vs Xabi Alonso: what's going on?

Real Madrid are top of La Liga and have won three from four in the Champions League, but there’s always drama around the corner at the Bernabeu.

Vinicius Junior has told the club he doesn’t want to re…

Published on 3 weeks ago

Is Slot under pressure at Liverpool?

After six defeats in their last seven Premier League matches, reigning champions Liverpool sit 12th in the league.

Supporters streamed out of Anfield when Nottingham Forest’s third goal went in on Sat…

Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago

Has Arsenal’s recruitment set them apart?

Arsenal are six points clear at the top of the Premier League with Eberechi Eze playing a starring role.

So, how important has their summer business been?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Adam Crafton and Jam…

Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago