Podcast Episodes

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?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Charlie Eccleshare, Seb Stafford-Bl…

Published on 2 months ago

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 Spurs for up for sale?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Matt Slater,…

Published on 2 months ago

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 Liverpool become a modern superclub?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Si…

Published on 2 months ago

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 goalkeepers throwing the ball less?

And how is it changing the …

Published on 2 months ago

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!?

Carl Anka and Tim Spiers join Matt Davies-Adams to a…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

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 Postecoglou is battling to keep his job at Forest, despite only…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

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 months away.

So how prepared are the Three Lions?

Host: Ayo …

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

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? 

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Mark Carey, Oli Kay and Thomas Grønnema…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

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?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: David Ornstein and Simon Hughes

Executiv…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

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 sat down with the former Liverpool boss at the New York…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago