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Episodes
May 3, 2024 • 11 mins
Spurs’ Champions League hopes fade. Liam Twomey and Charlie Eccleshare were at Stamford Bridge for Chelsea’s 2-0 win.
Villa lose a thriller in Europe. Jacob Tanswell tells us what went wrong for Unai Emery’s side.
And can Liverpool lift the gloom ahead of Klopp’s farewell? Tom Williams explains.
Host: Tim Spiers
Producer: Mike Zimmermann
Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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May 2, 2024 • 11 mins
Dortmund have the edge against PSG. Seb Stafford-Bloor talks about the many chances created by Dortmund. Peter Rutzler was in Germany to watch PSG hit the post multiple times.
Can Roma be the team to stop Bayer Leverkusen? James Horncastle is in Italy for the Europa League semifinal.
And Emma Hayes’ farewell trophy charge takes another hit. Jessy Parker Humphreys reacts to Chelsea’s wild 4-3 loss to Liverpool.
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May 1, 2024 • 13 mins
Vinicius Junior stars for Real at Bayern. Dermot Corrigan and Mark Carey react to an enthralling first leg in Munich.
Can Dortmund stop Mbappe tonight? Seb Stafford Bloor works out how they might. As Peter Rutzler wonders if PSG might feel any added pressure now it's the Champions League semi finals.
Plus Ipswich need a point to reach the Premier League, Manchester United make more boardroom changes, and Howard Webb says Forest sho...
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April 30, 2024 • 14 mins
Salah is staying at Liverpool. David Ornstein has the exclusive. Join 'The Insiders' here
Familiar foes kick-off the Champions League semi-finals. Mark Carey gears us up for Bayern Munich v Real Madrid.
Premier League clubs say yes to a squad cost cap. Matt Slater explains the potential change in the way clubs fund their squads.
Host: Michael Bailey
Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann
Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh
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April 29, 2024 • 14 mins
Arsenal hang on to beat North London rivals Spurs. We hear reaction from Adrian Clarke and Charlie Eccleshare.
Manchester City are victorious too. Sam Lee was at the City Ground.
And who will Barcelona meet in the Women's Champions League Final? Jessy Parker Humphreys on the thrilling semifinals.
Host: Iain Macintosh
Producer: Mike Zimmermann
Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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April 26, 2024 • 14 mins
City win as the Premier League’s top two edge clear. Tim Spiers watched the three title contenders this week and gives his verdict.
Will the feel-good factor continue for Villa? Jacob Tanswell on Aston Villa’s chase for a top-four finish.
Plus, David Ornstein has the latest on Manchester United’s pursuit of Dan Ashworth.
And it’s Champions League crunch time for Emma Hayes. Sophie Penney previews the second legs of the Women’s C...
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April 25, 2024 • 14 mins
Liverpool lose the derby and their title hopes? Paddy Boyland was on hand to watch Everton win their first home Merseyside derby since 2010. As James Pearce explains what went wrong for Liverpool - and where they're at with their manager search.
Plus, which manager has decided to stay? Pol Ballus has the details.
Host: Michael Bailey
Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann
Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh
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April 24, 2024 • 12 mins
Arsenal smash five past Chelsea and go three clear at the top of the Premier League. Art de Roche and Liam Twomey watched the demolition unfold at the Emirates.
Liverpool look to Feyenoord's head coach Arne Slot as Jurgen Klopp's successor. James Pearce has the story.
While Aston Villa look to create a dynasty as Unai Emery signs on for more. David Ornstein broke the news.
Host: Adam Leventhal
Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Pat...
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April 23, 2024 • 14 mins
West Ham speak to Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim. David Ornstein broke the story.
Inter seal their 20th Scudetto, beating city rivals Milan in the process. James Horncastle is in Milan for to watch history take place.
The FA investigate that Nottingham Forest social media post. Nnamdi Onyeagwara brings us up to date on the many statements.
Can Chelsea trip up title hopefuls Arsenal? Amy Lawrence and Liam Twomey preview tonigh...
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April 22, 2024 • 16 mins
Manchester United are on to the FA Cup final after surviving a scare. Mark Critchley was at Wembley.
Plenty of drama between Everton and Nottingham Forest. Paddy Boyland reacts to 3 huge points for the Toffees. Meanwhile Tim Spiers makes sense of Forest’s public statement.
And, late goals in El Clasico. Dermot Corrigan explains the different directions of Real Madrid and Barcelona.
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April 19, 2024 • 12 mins
Liverpool win in Italy but bow out of Europe. Andy Jones was in Bergamo for the end of Klopp’s European journey with Liverpool.
Can Chelsea shock City in the Cup? Adrian Clarke, Charlie Eccleshare and Duncan Alexander think Chelsea have the right pieces.
And tired Real Madrid prepare for El Clasico. Guillermo Rai on how Real Madrid will approach playing Barcelona.
Host: Tim Spiers
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April 18, 2024 • 15 mins
The double-treble dream is over for City, as Real Madrid win on penalties. Guillermo Rai and Sam Lee analyse the modern Clasico at the Etihad.
Arsenal bow out to Bayern. Raphael Honigstein and James McNicholas were at the Allianz to watch a tight match end in the Germans' favour.
Can Liverpool regain some much needed momentum? Simon Hughes looks at how the Reds might go about turning things around in Bergamo against Atalanta.
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April 17, 2024 • 15 mins
Paris knock Barcelona out of the Champions League. Peter Rutzler and Pol Ballus were at the Estadi Olímpic for all the drama.
Dortmund outperform Atletico to progress. Seb Stafford-Bloor on Dortmund’s thrilling comeback.
Plus, why Arsenal have a left back problem. James McNicholas tells us the best way to approach defending Leroy Sane tonight.
And have Real Madrid learned from their heavy defeat to City last season? Alvaro Romeo...
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April 16, 2024 • 14 mins
Palmer hits four and Chelsea smash six. Simon Johnson was on hand to watch the latest star showing by the Chelsea forward - even if there were some penalty antics again from the Blues' players.
Everton officially appeal that second points deduction. Jacob Whitehead brings us up to date on the latest surrounding the Toffees' precarious situation.
Could Xavi stay on at Barca? Dermot Corrigan has the answer ahead of their Champions Le...
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April 15, 2024 • 15 mins
Arsenal are haunted by Villa and Emery again. James McNicholas was at the Emirates for Arsenal’s 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa.
Jurgen Klopp's victorious send off took a big hit. James Pearce reacts to a devastating 1-0 loss for Liverpool.
And, celebrations in Leverkusen. Seb Stafford-Bloor was amongst the sea of fans and celebrations as Bayer Leverkusen win their first ever Bundesliga title.
Host: Mike Zimmermann
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April 12, 2024 • 12 mins
Liverpool stunned by Atalanta. James Pearce was at Anfield and reacts to how this loss can impact Liverpool’s season.
Villa warm up for Arsenal trip with another European win. Jacob Tanswell was on hand for Aston Villa’s Europa Conference League win.
And what changes are coming to the Premier League next year? Matt Slater has all the details.
Host: Tim Spiers
Producer: Mike Zimmermann
Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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April 11, 2024 • 15 mins
Advantage La Liga as Barca beat Paris. Lara Cervello Herrero and Peter Rutzler were at the Parc des Princes for Barcelona’s 3-2 win over PSG.
Atletico hang on to defeat Dortmund. Dermot Corrigan thinks the advantage will stay with Atleti in the second leg. Seb Stafford-Bloor on Dortmund’s frustrating performance.
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April 10, 2024 • 15 mins
It’s goals galore in Europe as Arsenal and City play out entertaining draws. Sam Lee was at the Santiago Bernabeu for a chaotic thriller. Art de Roche was at the Emirates for a night full of controversial referee decisions.
Can PSG make the Champions League final? James Horncastle and Peter Rutzler think there’s a good possibility.
And, Dermot Corrigan gets us ready for Atletico Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund.
Host: Abi Paterson
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April 9, 2024 • 11 mins
Everton react to another points deduction. Paddy Boyland reacts to the news.
The Champions League quarter-finals are here! Can Arsenal best Bayern? Adrian Clarke and Rafa Honigstein both agree that the tie is in the Gunners' favour
Can Madrid stop City? Michael Cox tells us what to expect from this tie.
The Lionesses look to get back to winning ways. Charlotte Harpur previews England's trip to Ireland for the Euro 2025 qualifiers.
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April 8, 2024 • 14 mins
Liverpool slip up in the title race. James Pearce talks about how costly the draw against Manchester United could be.
While Manchester United gladly take a point off their rivals. Carl Anka was at Old Trafford.
Plus, plenty of action across Europe: Dermot Corrigan was in Seville for Athletic Club’s Copa del Rey final win, and James Horncastle talks about Roma’s Derby della Capitale win against Lazio.
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