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The FC crew react to Xabi Alonso leaving Real Madrid by mutual consent and argue whether the manager was ever a good fit for the club. Plus, the guys break down how they think Alvaro Arbeloa will manage the big personalities in the Real Madrid dressing room. Steve Nicol also reacts to Liverpool's FA Cup victory and questions if the club is still headed in the right direction under Arne Slot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens react to Barcelona’s 3-2 win over Real Madrid in the final of the Spanish Super Cup. Plus, the pair also discuss the headlines from the other major matches this weekend, as well as the latest football news in quick hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Barcelona's 3-2 victory over Real Madrid and praise Hansi Flick for continuing his undefeated record in finals. Plus, the guys criticize Man United after the Red Devils crashed out of the FA Cup. Gab Marcotti also joins the show to break down an important draw in the Serie A title race between Inter & Napoli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew react to a dramatic day in the FA Cup including Macclesfield historic win over defending champions Crystal Palace, struggling Spurs' loss to Aston Villa, Manchester City's dominant win, and Chelsea's first victory under Liam Rosenior. Then, a preview of Sunday's Spanish Super Cup between Barcelona and Real Madrid, as they prepare for another El Clasico final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Wrexham's victory over Nottingham Forest and praise manager Phil Parkinson for consistently getting his team ready for upsets in the FA Cup. Plus, the guys break down the fallout of Vinicius Junior and Diego Simeone's confrontation during Real Madrid's Supercopa winer yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Kasey Keller discuss Brenden Aaronson, his scintillating run of form, and whether he will break into the USMNT starting XI. Then they discuss Raúl Jiménez and how much he matters for the Mexican National Team in the upcoming World Cup. They react to the Spanish Super Cup semifinal between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid and the news that Celtic has fired Wilfried Nancy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew break down Real Madrid's 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid and react to Xabi Alonso's comments after an altercation between Vini Jr and Diego Simeone during the game. Plus, the guys criticize Viktor Gyokeres and Arsenal after their 0-0 draw vs Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens break down the best of the midweek Premier League action, as Manchester City slip up to hand Arsenal the chance to extend their lead at the top of the table. Plus, the pair discuss the biggest stories from around the football world in quick hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew first react to the Premier League title race as Man City dropped points for the 3rd straight game and Semenyo's magical performances in final game for Bounemouth. Plus, the crew discuss Barcelona's dominant 5-0 victory over Athletic Club and argue if anyone can stop the club from winning the Supercopa de Espana. The guys also recap Chelsea's loss and Man United's draw while breaking down how each club will fare with new managers in charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew react to the latest news that Ole Gunnar Solskjær may return to Manchester United as an interim manager, also analyzing Ruben Amorim's failure at the club. Then, they discuss Liam Rosenior's appointment as the manager of Chelsea and ask whether he is prepared for the high pressure job. Also, a breakdown of Manchester City's potential moves in January as they suffer an injury crisis in their defense. Finally, a preview of the Spanish Super Cup's semifinal matchups of Barcelona vs Athletic Club and Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew reflect on Ruben Amorim being sacked by Manchester United, who will replace him in the future? Also, the panel looks back at Man City's draw against Chelsea & what it means for the Premier League title race. Plus, Liam Rosenior looks set to take over at Chelsea later this week & will City go big in the January transfer window with the injuries piling up. And, will Gyökeres come good at Arsenal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens react to Ruben Amorim’s dismissal as Manchester United manager. Plus, the pair also discuss the headlines from this weekend’s matches, as well as the latest football news in quick hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James, Mark and Rob react to Ruben Amorim’s sacking at Manchester United, and discuss possible replacements and what it might mean for the January transfer window. Plus, James brings us up to speed on what Chelsea can expect from the incoming Liam Rosenior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look back at Chelsea snatching a late equalizer to take points of title contender's Man City. Plus, the guys breakdown Ruben Amorim's interesting comments after Man United's 1-1 draw to Leeds. And, the panel discusses Liverpool's draw to Fulham & Gonzalo Garcia's perfect hat trick in Real Madrid's big win over Real Betis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Arsenal's 3-2 win over Bournemouth and argue if anyone can challenge Mikel Arteta's side for the Premier League title this season. Plus, the guys recap Aston Villa's bounce back win vs Nottingham Forest and praise manager Unai Emery. Plus, Luis Garcia breaks down Barcelona's win over rivals Espanyol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to Chelsea's visit to Manchester City and explain why they fear for the future success of the club. Plus, the guys break down why they think Liverpool will drop points on the road at Fulham. Alex Kirkland also joins the show to give the latest injury updates for Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob Dawson, James Olley and Mark Ogden discuss Enzo Maresca’s departure from Chelsea and explain why Liam Rosenior is the main candidate to replace the Italian manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss Enzo Maresca’s surprise exit at Chelsea and discuss whether favourite for the job, Liam Rosenior is the right man to step in. The guys also discuss Arsenal’s 4-1 demolition of title-chasing Aston Villa, Kylian Mbappe’s injury news & ask if Giacomo Raspadori will return to Serie A with Roma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew looks back at Man City dropping points after being held to a 0-0 draw away at Sunderland. Plus, the guys talk Enzo Maresca parting ways with Chelsea after days of high tension between the manager & the club. Also, more Premier League action with Spurs & Liverpool playing out 0-0 draws. And, the January transfer window is now open, who will be on the move? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC panel breaks down the reports of Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca possibly being sacked if the results don't improve over the next month. Plus, the crew analyze a handful of controversial refereeing decisions in the Premier League from the past few weeks. And, the guys discuss Kylian Mbappe's knee injury which will keep him sidelined for 3 weeks or so. Plus, discussion of Man United dropping points to Wolves, a look ahead to the New Year's day matches, and the AFCON round of 16 is set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew react to Arsenal's impressive and dominant win over Aston Villa as they make a statement in extending their lead at the top of the Premier League Table. Then, they discuss Chelsea's disappointing draw vs Bournemouth as their poor run of form continues. Also, a breakdown of Manchester United's shocking draw vs 20th-place Wolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to Aston Villa's visit to Arsenal and argue if Unai Emery's side can upset the league leaders off the back of their sensational run of form. Plus, Mario Melchiot tries to explain why Chelsea continue to squander leads at home. Colin Udoh also joins the show to react to Egypt and Morocco winning their groups at 2025 AFCON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss Aston Villa’s comeback win over Chelsea in the Premier League and ask if Villa have what it takes to compete for the title. The guys also discuss David Raya’s heroics, Christian Pulisic’s love life and ask if Robert Lewandowski really agreed not to score in the final games of his first season at Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Tottenham's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace and argue if the club has finally figured out their identity under Thomas Frank. Plus, Jan Aage Fjortoft defends his victory lap about Florian Wirtz after the German's brilliant performance on Saturday. The guys also break down why Chelsea continue to drop points from winning positions this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew break down the Premier League title race and react to wins for Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa. Plus, the guys break down Liverpool's nervy win over Wolves and praise Florian Wirtz for a brilliant performance capped off by his first goal for the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look back at Man United's 1-0 win over Newcastle with Ruben Amorim making tactical tweaks to his formation in the absence of Bruno Fernandes. Plus, the panel looks ahead to an action packed weekend of Premier League matches & make their predictions. And, the guys discuss some AFCON action & check in with how some big names in football celebrated the holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look back at football in 2025 starting with Liverpool's tumultuous year. The also argue if Chelsea had a successful year after winning the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup. Julien Laurens gives out his best XI of the year featuring a host of PSG players. Plus, the guys pick their player of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens look back at 2025 and rank their Top 10 moments of the calendar year. The guys also share their players of the season so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to the matchup between Man United & Newcastle on Boxing day, will United struggle without their main man Bruno Fernandes? Plus, the panel discuss Marcus Rashford's comments about pressure at his new club Barcelona. And, the guys look back at the best players in the Premier League so far this season & Shaka breaks out a new Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristina Alexander and Ali Krieger are joined by Natalia Astrain to review the Top 50 Women players in the world. The crew is later joined by Alex Scott, Lianne Sanderson, Nedum Onuoha, and Fara Williams as they debate which league is better: WSL or NWSL? Also, Gemma Soler sits down with Aitana Bonmati for an exclusive interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look back at Arsenal beating Crystal Palace in a penalty shootout to advance to the Carabao Cup semifinals. Plus, the panel discuss the imminent transfer of Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window, with Man City reportedly leading the race. And, the guys continue to break down the Mickey Van de Ven challenge on Alexander Isak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark, James and Rob wonder how injuries to Bruno Fernandes and Alexander Isak will impact Manchester United and Liverpool with the January transfer window approaching. The trio also debate Viktor Gyökeres’ impact at Arsenal so far and Don Hutchison joins to open up about football’s relationship with alcohol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to news that Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has undergone surgery for a leg fracture and break down how they expect the club to cope without the Swede. Plus, the guys review the controversial calls from the Premier League this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur and ask whether Thomas Frank is the right fit at Tottenham. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s 3rd consecutive victory, FIFA’s new video game to compete with EA Sports & praise Morgan Rogers’ performance against Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew looks back at Aston Villa's 2-1 win over Man United with Morgan Rogers bagging 2 goals. Plus, the crew discusses the reported leg injury of British record signing Alexander Isak & how it will affect Liverpool. And, discussion of a few of the controversial refereeing decisions in the Premier League this week. Also, Barcelona & Bayern Munich take care of business in their respective leagues & AFCON kicks off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Arsenal and Manchester City's respective wins and argue if Manchester City will overtake the London club for the Premier League title. The guys also bemuse Liverpool after a lackluster win at Spurs. Plus, Steve Nicol and Craig Burley question why Newcastle weren't awarded a penalty in their 2-2 draw vs Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew discuss if Mikel Arteta & Arsenal can handle the pressure of a title race from now until the end of the season with Manchester City on their tails. Also, the panel talks how many years it will take for Manchester United to get back to lifting the Premier League trophy. Plus, talks of Xabi Alonso's job still under pressure & a look back at Dortmund's win before winter break in the Bundesliga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christina Alexander, Shaka Hislop and Alejandro Moreno react to PSG defeating Flamengo on penalties to win the Intercontinental Cup. Then, a discussion about Luis Suárez's contract extension. Plus, Derek Rae joins the show to discuss Wilfried Nancy's future as Celtic manager and preview Gio Reyna's return against his former team, Borussia Dortmund. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look back at the most expensive PL strikers this past summer and give out grades for each of the players' transfers so far. Plus, the crew react to another Bruno Fernandes interview and question why he would compare himself to Totti. Shaka Hislop also gives out his weekly power rankings! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss PSG’s win over Flamengo on penalties and ask if there is more this PSG side can achieve under Luis Enrique. The guys also discuss Rayan Cherki’s continued brilliance for Manchester City, Real Madrid’s lucky escape against Talavera in the Copa del Rey & ask if PETA’s criticism of Paul Pogba’s camel-racing ownership is justified. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexis Nunes and Ali Krieger react to Matchday 6 in the UEFA Women's Champions League. They break down Chelsea's impressive win vs Wolfsburg in Germany as they secure a Top 4 spot. Then, they discuss Juventus losing to Manchester United and losing their Top 4 spot. Also, predictions for who they think will find form in the knockout stage of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Real Madrid squeezing past Talavera in the Copa del Rey Round of 32 and question why Xabi Alonso would play Kylian Mbappe against such an inferior opponent. Plus, the guys break down Man City's 2-0 win over Brentford in the Carabao Cup and argue how their unavailable list will impact the Premier League title race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Chelsea's 3-1 win over Cardiff in the Carabao Cup and Enzo Maresca's 'worst 48 hours' at Chelsea comments. Then, a discussion on Bruno Fernandes' comments on Man United 'wanting him to go' during the summer transfer window. Plus, a discussion on whether Raphinha was snubbed from the FIFA Best XI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexis Nunes and Shaka Hislop react to Tyler Adams suffering an apparent knee injury vs. Manchester United. Then, a discussion on how Bayern Munich should manage Alphonso Davies ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Plus, a discussion on Real Madrid's Brazilian connection between Vini Jr and Rodrygo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark and Rob are joined on the pod by Ed Dove, Colin Udoh and Leonard Solms to discuss the impact of the Africa Cup of Nations call-ups on the Premier League teams, and to tell you everything you need to know about the tournament itself ahead of kick off in Morocco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Manchester United's 4-4 draw vs Bournemouth and question why Ruben Amorim's side can't hold a lead. Plus, Dimitar Berbatov breaks down Mo Salah's return to the Liverpool squad and tries his best to explain what's going wrong at Tottenham. Mario Melchiot also reacts to Enzo Maresca refuses to expand upon his "worst 48 hours" remarks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Brighton in the Premier League and ask whether we’ll see Mohamed Salah back in a Liverpool shirt or not. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s late win over Alaves, Lionel Messi’s riot-inducing trip to India & ask whether Lens or Aston Villa are more likely to win their respective leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Alaves and argue if Xabi Alonso has bought himself some more time as Real Madrid manager. Plus, the guys break down the Premier League title race and question if Manchester City or Aston Villa will put up a bigger fight with leaders Arsenal. The guys also break down if Tottenham should sack Thomas Frank after a disastrous loss to Nottingham Forest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Wolves and question why Mikel Arteta's side struggled to beat one of the worst teams in Premier League history. Plus, Steve Nicol explains why he was not surprised with the Anfield crowd praising Mohamed Salah upon his return to the Liverpool squad. The guys also argue if Xabi Alonso will still be Real Madrid manager following their match vs Alaves on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew reacts to Arne Slot recalling Mo Salah to the Liverpool squad ahead of their matchup against Brighton. Then, a discussion on the big matchup for Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso against Alaves with numerous injuries and Alonso on the hot seat. Plus, a look-ahead to Premier League matchups including a clash between Sunderland and Newcastle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices