The Athletic FC Podcast

Inside the summer transfer window, with Ornstein and Horncastle

<p>The transfer window is now closed after another summer of truly bonkers spending.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Emma Paton is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein &amp; James Horncastle to get into the deals that stood out and the deals that fell through, including Folarin Balogun's failed move to Everton that had repercussions for Chelsea.</p><br><p>Plus, the panel reveal their favourite signing of the summer, the transfer that made them double take and which set of fans shout be most concerned now the window has shut.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: David Ornstein and James Horncastle</p><br><p>Executive Producer: Adam Jones</p><p>Producer: Jay Beale</p><p>Videographer: Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Transfer Deadline Day reaction, with David Ornstein

<p>Welcome to our Deadline Day coverage with The Athletic's transfer specialist, David Ornstein, hosted by Emma Paton.&nbsp;</p><br><p>They are joined by football analyst JJ Bull and other The Athletic reporters to figure out what transfers could still happen and analyse the latest news.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>Co-hosts: David Ornstein, JJ Bull, Seb Stafford-Bloor</p><p>Exec Producer: Adam Jones</p><p>Producers: Don Ma, Mike Stavrou&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Can Chelsea's attack sustain a title challenge?

<p>Chelsea made it two wins from two against Brighton &amp; Hove Albion, having scored seven goals in their opening two whilst also conceding five in that time.</p><br><p>Emma Paton is alongside former Chelsea and England goalkeeper Rob Green and The Athletic's Cerys Jones to assess the Blues' chances of challenging under Xabi Alonso.</p><br><p>Elsewhere over the Premier League weekend, Manchester United got their first win of the season seeing off newly-promoted Ipswich Town at Old Trafford, Hull City made it two from two while Tottenham Hotspur suffered a second successive defeat.</p><br><p>Seb Stafford-Bloor joins the panel in-studio to dissect Spurs' latest loss before moving onto his interview with England captain Harry Kane for the latest 'My Game In My Words' feature on The Athletic. Plus, with transfer deadline day looming David Ornstein whets the appetite for what may be to come.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: Rob Green, Cerys Jones and Seb Stafford-Bloor</p><p>Featuring: David Ornstein</p><br><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producer: Lucy Oliva</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

What If… Guardiola never became a manager?

<p>Welcome to the first episode of a new series on The Athletic FC Podcast: What If…</p><br><p>Every week, host Emma Paton will be joined by a selection of The Athletic’s writers to dive into monumental sliding doors moments in football’s recent history.</p><br><p>From Roman Abramovich’s interest in Spurs before buying Chelsea, to how the career of Brazil's Ronaldo might look if he had avoided serious injury.</p><br><p>On episode one, Tim Spiers and Jon Mackenzie are on the panel to discuss Pep Guardiola’s alternative timeline had he not become a manager, or never joined Barcelona.</p><br><p>What would happen to Lionel Messi, Man City, Erling Haaland and the Premier League in general?</p><br><p>Tune in to find out.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>Guests: Tim Spiers, Jon Mackenzie</p><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producers: Mike Stavrou, Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Villa vs Arsenal + who has had a quietly good transfer window?

<p>The Tactical Preview is back and Aston Villa's clash against Arsenal is our primary focus this week.</p><br><p>Host Kate Mason is joined by The Athletic's data writer Thom Harris and former Arsenal midfielder Adrian Clarke to dissect where the game will be won and lost. They focus on Villa's frailties in beating the press, Arsenal's short corners and switches of play. The Athletic's Villa correspondent Jacob Tanswell also drops by to give the lowdown on Villa's midfield struggles in the defeat to Brighton.</p><br><p>The panel also focus on Chelsea vs Brighton, Man United vs Ipswich Town &amp; Coventry City vs Hull City, as well as picking out the clubs who have had a quietly good transfer window.</p><br><p>Host: Kate Mason</p><p>Guests: Adrian Clarke, Thom Harris</p><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producers: Mike Stavrou, Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Are the Big Six 'cartel' more protected than ever?

<p>Aston Villa have seen their Europa League-winning squad torn apart during the summer transfer window, despite qualifying for this season's Champions League.</p><br><p>Adam Crafton and Matt Slater join Kate Mason to get stuck into one of the biggest talking points in the game right now around the competitive balance within the Premier League, brought on by the spending controls set by the league.</p><br><p>Hannah Vanbiber also joins us in-studio to ask how the Premier League's spending restrictions differ from those commonly seen in US Sports as well as the level of interest of US owners within the Premier League.</p><br><p>Plus, with Premier League spending mainly focused within the division this summer, we explore the consequences on the wider European game.</p><br><p>Host: Kate Mason</p><p>With: Adam Crafton and Matt Slater</p><p>Featuring: Hannah Vanbiber</p><br><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producer: Jay Beale</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

How can Iraola fix Isak and Wirtz?

<p>After arriving for a combined £225m, Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak’s Liverpool careers are yet to get going.</p><br><p>Emma Paton is joined by The Athletic's Simon Hughes, Jay Harris and Seb Stafford-Bloor to get into why the pair are still struggling, and whether Andoni Iraola is the man to get the best out of them.</p><br><p>Plus, after Jamie Carragher called Liverpool's 2025 summer transfer window the 'worst in Premier League history', the panel assess the work of sporting director Richard Hughes, who is expected to leave the club for Al Hilal at the end of the season.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: Jay Harris, Simon Hughes, Seb Stafford-Bloor</p><br><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producer: Jay Beale</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ornstein transfer latest: Enzo, Barcola + Alvarez

<p>The final week of the transfer window is the busiest time of the year and we've got you fully covered on the podcast.</p><br><p>Emma Paton is joined by The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein and James Horncastle to discuss the latest market moves.</p><br><p>The panel talk Man City's major summer rebuild including their latest big-money move for Ayoubb Bouaddi and whether they could swoop in to sign Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez at the very last minute.</p><br><p>David also brings us news on Aston Villa's move for Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta, Arsenal's interest in Julian Alvarez and answers your listener questions.</p><br><p>Plus, Chelsea correspondent Liam Twomey drops in to talk Chelsea's 3-2 win over Fulham on Monday night.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: David Ornstein and James Horncastle</p><p>Featuring: Liam Twomey</p><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producer: Mike Stavrou</p><p>Videographer: Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Man United's alarming Hull defeat + Spurs stung by Brentford

<p>Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur both fell flat on the opening weekend of the Premier League season losing to Hull City and Brentford respectively.</p><br><p>Emma Paton is joined by Jay Harris and Cerys Jones to assess the shortcomings for both sides, with The Athletic's Manchester United correspondent Laurie Whitwell sharing his views having been at the MKM Stadium.</p><br><p>Mamadou Sangare stole the show on-debut for Brentford, upstaging Spurs' new £185m midfield with both Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes featuring after their summer moves.</p><br><p>Plus, The Athletic's Aston Villa correspondent Jacob Tanswell also joins us to discuss Aston Villa's 4-0 loss at Brighton as well as addressing the uncertainty surrounding Ollie Watkins ahead of the close of the summer transfer window.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: Jay Harris and Cerys Jones</p><p>Featuring: Laurie Whitwell and Jacob Tanswell</p><br><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producer: Jay Beale</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Newcastle vs Liverpool + early season tactical trends

<p>Welcome to a brand new offering on The Athletic FC Podcast: our Tactical Preview show.</p><br><p>Kate Mason, Rob Green and Liam Tharme are here to run you through the biggest matches from an analytical lens.</p><br><p>This week, we talk tactical trends we expect to take hold this season, while our primary focus is on the big battle at St James’ Park as Newcastle host Liverpool.</p><br><p>The panel also touch on champions Arsenal vs Coventry, Man City vs Bournemouth and Fulham vs Chelsea.</p><br><p>Host: Kate Mason</p><p>With: Rob Green and Liam Tharme</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producer: Mike Stavrou</p><p>Videographer: Lara Sinclair</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Bezos and Liverpool: Is a full sale inevitable?

<p>FSG have sold nearly 40 per cent of Liverpool to a consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, as exclusively revealed by The Athletic earlier this week.</p><br><p>Kate Mason is joined by senior news reporter Matt Slater, former England goalkeeper Rob Green and Jack Pitt-Brooke to discuss the significance of the investment as well as Liverpool’s preparations ahead of the new season.</p><br><p>The Athletic’s Liverpool correspondent James Pearce shares his insight on the Reds’ pre-season preparations as they begin a new era under Andoni Iraola, while Nick Miller drops-by from Trabzon to discuss what comes next for Mohamed Salah ahead of his home debut for Trabzonspor having moved on from Anfield.</p><br><p>Host: Kate Mason</p><p>With: Rob Green, Jack Pitt-Brooke and Matt Slater</p><p>Featuring: James Pearce and Nick Miller</p><br><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale and Guy Clarke</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Transfer latest: Baleba, Konsa and big-spending Ipswich

<p>With just two days until the new Premier League season starts, Manchester United have made their move for Carlos Baleba.</p><br><p>Emma Paton is joined by Jay Harris, Cerys Jones and Laurie Whitwell to discuss why after long term interest in the Brighton midfielder, the club are once again exploring a deal to sign him.</p><br><p>Plus, with the promoted sides having spent £330m between them already this summer, The Athletic's football finance correspondent Chris Weatherspoon drops by to answer how they're affording it and whether spending big is the key to staying up.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: Jay Harris &amp; Cerys Jones</p><p>Featuring: Laurie Whitwell &amp; Chris Weatherspoon</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale and Guy Clarke</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Which new manager will have the biggest impact?

<p>With nine of the 20 Premier League managers being new into their roles ahead of the new season, today we're exploring how they may fare.</p><br><p>Emma Paton is alongside James Horncastle and Tim Spiers to analyse who may succeed and who may struggle.</p><br><p>The Athletic's Newcastle United correspondent George Caulkin also drops by to discuss the introduction to life at St James' Park that Matthias Jaissle has experienced in taking over from Eddie Howe.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: James Horncastle and Tim Spiers</p><p>Featuring: George Caulkin</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Mike Stavrou and Guy Clarke</p><p>Videographer: Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Does Rodri's exit make Arsenal unstoppable?

<p>With just four days to go until the new Premier League season starts, Arsenal have made a statement with their 3-0 win over Manchester City in the Community Shield, with news also emerging that City midfielder Rodri is on the verge of leaving for Barcelona.</p><br><p>Emma Paton is back in the chair, alongside former England goalkeeper Rob Green and The Athletic's Cerys Jones to discuss the strength of Arsenal's case for defending their Premier League title as James McNicholas shares his thoughts from Cardiff.</p><br><p>Man City correspondent Sam Lee also joins to discuss the impact Rodri leaving could have for Enzo Maresca's side as well as their plans to replace him.</p><br><p>Plus there's our latest feature Rob Ranks, transfer chat with Guglielmo Vicario heading for Juventus and Aston Villa looking to sign Zion Suzuki from Parma as well as the panel sharing their quickfire predictions ahead of the new season.</p><br><p>Host: Emma Paton</p><p>With: Rob Green and Cerys Jones</p><p>Featuring: Sam Lee and James McNicholas</p><br><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale and Guy Clarke</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Premier League predictions: contenders, pretenders, surprises

<p>With the Premier League just around the corner, it’s time for our predictions for the 2026/2027 season.</p><br><p>Adam Leventhal is joined in the studio by The Athletic’s Art de Roche and Jay Harris to get into the runners and riders for the title, relegation and more.</p><br><p>Will Arsenal defend their crown, who will challenge them? And can the promoted sides stay up?</p><br><p>With so many new managers coming into the league, the panel discuss who is most likely to hit the ground running.</p><br><p>And they plot exactly where all 20 clubs will finish from 1-20.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: Art de Roche &amp; Jay Harris</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Guy Clarke, Jay Beale &amp; Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Mourinho and Madrid Mark II: Magic or madness?

<p>After 13 years away, Jose Mourinho is heading back to Real Madrid but after two trophyless seasons can he return them to winning ways?</p><br><p>Adam Leventhal is joined by Tim Spiers and Thom Harris to analyse why Madrid have turned back to Mourinho as well as the make-up of the squad he has inherited.</p><br><p>The Athletic's Guillermo Rai also joins to explain the view from Madrid on his return as well as their work in the transfer window with Yan Diomande arriving, though Rodri has made his preference for Barcelona over Real Madrid clear.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: Tim Spiers, Thom Harris and Guillermo Rai</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale and Guy Clarke</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Premier League transfer window winners and losers

<p>As the new Premier League season approaches, we've been taking a look at which sides have impressed with their summer transfer business, and those left with work to do.</p><br><p>Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Tottenham Hotspur correspondent Jay Harris as well as our ranking expert Tim Spiers to look through the eye-catching summer business to date.</p><br><p>The market continues to be dominated by midfielders with Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandez heading to Spurs, while Arsenal confirmed the arrival of Bruno Guimaraes.</p><br><p>Our Man City writer Sam Lee touches on their interest in Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez with question marks over the future of Rodri, while the likes of Manchester United and Liverpool still look to become more proactive in the market.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: Tim Spiers and Jay Harris</p><p>Featuring: Sam Lee</p><br><p>Executive Prodcuer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Mike Stavrou and Guy Clarke</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Why have Chelsea changed their transfer strategy?

<p>Adam Leventhal is joined by Tim Spiers, Liam Tharme and Simon Johnson to discuss why after years of signing young talent, Chelsea have recruited two veterans in Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson.</p><br><p>The panel break down BlueCo's change in philosophy and whether new boss Xabi Alonso might've influenced the decision.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Plus, Mykhailo Mudryk returns to action following 20 months on the sidelines, and Chelsea receive their punishment for 74 FA charges relating to incidents under previous owner Roman Abramovich.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>Guests: Tim Spiers, Liam Tharme, Simon Johnson</p><p>Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale, Liam Warburton, Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ornstein transfer latest: Bruno, Vini Jr & Salah

<p>David Ornstein is back with the latest from a busy transfer market, as champions Arsenal look to reinforce their squad with a couple of Brazilian superstars: Bruno Guimaraes and Vinicius Jr.</p><br><p>Adam Leventhal is joined in the studio by The Athletic’s Jay Harris and Art de Roche to break down how transformational those two signings would be for Mikel Arteta’s side.</p><br><p>Plus there’s the latest on moves for Rodri, Yan Diomande, Bradley Barcola, Mohamed Salah and Manchester United’s targets.</p><br><p>All of this, plus our latest Do Yau Know Trivia question.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>Guests: David Ornstein, Art de Roche, Jay Harris</p><p>Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Mike Stavrou &amp; Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Is Infantino's exit now inevitable?

<p>Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic’s Matt Slater, Adam Crafton, and James Horncastle to unpack a week that shook global football. The panel dissects how Gianni Infantino’s multi-billion-dollar plans to sell off stakes in FIFA tournaments fell apart, the scale of pushback, and whether this historic U-turn leaves Infantino’s presidency in serious jeopardy.</p><br><p>Plus, UEFA Vice-President Laura McAllister joins the show to offer an insider perspective on leading the opposition. As a pivotal voice in the call for a potential boycott, she breaks down the emergency meetings and what needs to happen next at FIFA.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>Guests: Matt Slater, Adam Crafton, James Horncastle, Laura McAllister</p><p>Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale&nbsp;&amp; Liam Warburton&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

How can MLS become an elite league?

<p>As the World Cup packs up and leaves New York, we have one final show from the Big Apple as Paul Tenorio joins Adam Leventhal to look at the opportunity the popularity of this summer’s World Cup offers MLS.</p><br><p>We bring you insight from MLS Commissioner Don Garber on the league’s mission statement as they declare: “we’ll take it from here”. NYCFC CEO Brad Sims and multiple MLS Cup winning executive Garth Lagerwey share their views on how MLS can open up to the global transfer market.</p><br><p>Plus, US Soccer COO Dan Helfrich and FIFA’s chief of global football development, Arsene Wenger provide their perspective on how MLS can ultimately help produce better players for the USMNT.</p><br><p>Hosts: Adam Leventhal and Paul Tenorio</p><p>Featuring: Don Garber, Brad Sims, Garth Lagerwey, Dan Helfrich and Arsene Wenger</p><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale, Liam Warburton and Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Spain conquer the world + Ornstein's summer transfers

<p>Live in New York for the final time, Adam Leventhal&nbsp;is joined by The Athletic’s David Ornstein and Adam Crafton to reflect on Spain's deserved victory in a disappointing World Cup final against 10-man Argentina.</p><br><p>With a month to go until the start of the Premier League season, David shares his insights ahead of what is expected to be a busy period in the transfer market.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: David Ornstein and Adam Crafton</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale, Liam Warburton and Mike Stavrou</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

World Cup final preview + Ornstein on Rogers to Chelsea

<p>Adam Leventhal is live in&nbsp;New York City alongside James Horncastle and Adam Crafton as they preview the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina.</p><br><p>A little later, The Athletic’s Football Correspondent David Ornstein joins&nbsp;with all the details on his exclusive on Chelsea’s £117m agreement to sign Morgan Rogers.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: Adam Crafton, James Horncastle, David Ornstein</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Liam Warburton, Jay Beale and Guy Clarke</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Has Infantino's expanded World Cup worked?

<p>The Athletic’s Adam Leventhal, Adam Crafton, and Paul Tenorio are live from NYC to debate how successful the expanded World Cup has been.</p><br><p>They will also look ahead to the spectacle of this week’s final, featuring a Super Bowl-style halftime show and Donald Trump in attendance.</p><br><p>Plus, your questions are put live to the team, and you'll have a chance to take on today's 'Do You Know' World Cup trivia challenge.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: Adam Crafton and Paul Tenorio</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale, Liam Warburton and Mike Stavrou</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

What now for Tuchel and England?

<p>England’s World Cup dream is officially over. Live from New York City, Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic’s Adam Crafton and Reuben Pinder to break down a Messi-inspired semi-final exit at the hands of Argentina.</p><br><p>Did Thomas Tuchel’s tactics cost England a place in the World Cup final? They also look at what lies ahead for the manager and this squad.</p><br><p>From Atlanta, Jack Pitt-Brooke and David Ornstein share their reflections on England while Felipe Cardenas joins to explain how Argentina got the job done.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: Adam Crafton and Reuben Pinder</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale, Liam Warburton and Mike Stavrou</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Spain stun France + can England overcome Argentina?

<p>Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic’s Editor-in-Chief Laura Williamson and Reuben Pinder, for our latest instalment from New York City.</p><br><p>They reflect on Spain’s comprehensive victory over France to secure their place in Sunday’s World Cup Final, before looking ahead to tonight's other semi final - the&nbsp;monumental clash between old rivals England and Argentina.</p><br><p>Plus, we dive into our ‘Discussion of the Day’ asking what is the biggest rivalry in world football, and of course bring you our Daily World Cup&nbsp;Quiz!</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>With: Laura Williamson and Reuben Pinder</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale, Liam Warburton and Guy Clarke</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ornstein transfer latest: Bouaddi, Alvarez & Bruno Guimaraes

<p>We are live from New York City! Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein and Reuben Pinder to break down a massive World Cup semi-final clash between powerhouse nations France and Spain.</p><br><p>We also get stuck into the latest transfer market movements, including Manchester City’s concrete interest in Lille and Morocco’s breakout midfield sensation, Ayyoub Bouaddi.</p><br><p>Plus plus we'll have our ‘Discussion of the Day' asking which World Cup star should your club sign and our daily quiz.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>Guests: David Ornstein, Reuben Pinder</p><p>Featuring: Henry Bushnell</p><p>Exec Producers: Adey Moorhead, Guy Clarke</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

World Cup semi-final preview and transfers, with David Ornstein

<p>Adam Leventhal is live from New York City alongside The Athletic's&nbsp;editor in Laura Williamson and Football Correspondent David Ornstein to&nbsp;look ahead to two heavyweight World Cup semi finals.</p><br><p>James Horncastle drops by to explain what he thinks has been the secret to&nbsp;Argentina’s success at this World Cup ahead of facing England - one of football's most iconic rivalries.</p><br><p>Then Stuart James joins the show to preview the other heavyweight semi-final - how can Spain stop France from scoring?</p><br><p>We also check in on how our pre-tournament predictions are aging, answer your questions and test your knowledge with&nbsp;today's 'Do you know' World Cup trivia question.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>Guests: David Ornstein, Laura Williamson</p><p>Featuring: James Horncastle, Stuart James</p><p>Exec Producers: Adey Moorhead, Guy Clarke</p><p>Producers: Jay Beale</p><p>Videographer: Liam Warburton</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Can Bellingham win England the World Cup?

<p>England are through to just their fourth-ever World Cup semi-final, after needing extra time to get past Norway in the last eight, thanks to another double from Jude Bellingham.</p><br><p>Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka and Liam Twomey to look back on a dramatic evening of action, with Jack Pitt-Brooke reflecting the mood in Miami as England's mentality once again came to the fore.</p><br><p>As well as Bellingham's brilliance, Thomas Tuchel's substitutions are also examined before looking ahead to the last four showdown with Argentina. Adam Crafton was in Kansas to see Lionel Messi and co once again go to extra time, this time with Switzerland.</p><br><p>Plus there's a reflection on France and Spain having also reached the final four as well as our daily 'Do you know' trivia.</p><br><p>Host: Ian Irving</p><p>With: Carl Anka and Liam Twomey</p><p>Executive Producer: Guy Clarke</p><p>Producer: Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

How do England stop Erling Haaland?

<p>It’s Day 30 and France are into the semi-finals of the World Cup after a 2-0 victory over Morocco.</p><br><p>Adam Leventhal is joined in the studio by Liam Twomey and Cerys Jones to discuss the first quarter-final and the Golden Boot race, with Kylian Mbappe now level with Lionel Messi on eight goals for the tournament. Adam Crafton drops in from Boston for this one.</p><br><p>Man City correspondent Sam Lee also joins the panel to talk Erling Haaland, who England will have the tough task of attempting to stop when they face Norway on Saturday.</p><br><p>There’s also the latest on selection doubts for Thomas Tuchel over key pair Declan Rice and Marc Guehi ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final.</p><br><p>Host: Adam Leventhal</p><p>Guests: Liam Twomey, Cerys Jones</p><p>Featuring: Sam Lee, Adam Crafton</p><p>Exec Producers: Adey Moorhead, Guy Clarke</p><p>Producers: Mike Stavrou</p><p>Videographer: Grayson Moody</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>