Podcast Episodes

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 looking into the culture, crime and crisis associated w…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

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 stop Haaland? And will either of them reel in Arsenal?

And…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

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 the balance of the Champions League?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Wi…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

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?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: James Pearce and Tomás Hill L…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

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 save them?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: David Ornstein, Matt Slater…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

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 finished 17th last season.

So, are Spurs improving under Thomas…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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 1 month, 2 weeks 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 month, 2 weeks 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 1 month, 2 weeks 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 1 month, 2 weeks ago