The Daily Football Briefing

Has Darwin Nuñez kick-started his Liverpool career? James Pearce was at St. James’ Park for Liverpool’s crazy comeback.Is Arteta trying to change too much at Arsenal? Nick Miller on the tinkering of the Gunners’ tactics.What next for the Spanish football federation? Dermot Corrigan explains the suspension of Luis Rubiales.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Is Mo Salah leaving Liverpool for Saudi Arabia? James Pearce has the latest.Could Romelu Lukaku play for Chelsea this season? Liam Twomey on the best possible outcome.Are Juventus back? James Horncastle is convinced this might be Juve’s year.Host: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:What’s the latest on the scandal that has split Spain? As the controversy surrounding RFEF President Luis Rubiales escalates, Pat Jennings brings us up to speed with the story.How’s Everton’s hunt for investment going? Matt Slater brings the latest setback for the ToffeesAre Aston Villa back in the groove? Jacob Tanswell was in Edinburgh to watch Villa in actionHost: Abi PatersonProducer: Abi PatersonExec Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:How will Manchester City cope without Pep Guardiola? Sam Lee has the details on the Spaniard's back surgeryWhat type of player are Newcastle getting in Lewis Hall? Simon Johnson tells us more about Chelsea's highly rated academy talentCould Bayern Munich’s promising midfielder Ryan Gravenberch be on his way out? Rafael Honigstein brings us the latest news on where the Dutch player may end upHost: Reuben PinderProducer: Abi PatersonExec Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Why have Manchester United performed a U-Turn on Mason Greenwood? Adam Crafton continues to lead the way with investigative journalismHow did Arsenal make it two wins from two? Jordan Campbell was at Selhurst Park to watch the GunnersHow did AC Milan’s new Captain America do on his debut? James Horncastle was watching Christian Pulisic in BolognaHost: Tim SpiersProducer: Abi PatersonExec Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:How did Spain become the best team in women’s football? Laia Cervello Herrero on their development and road to the top.Abi Paterson tells us what’s next for the Lionesses.Are Chelsea having growing pains under Pochettino? Simon Johnson gives his explanation to the slow start for the Blues.Is it too early for Manchester United fans to panic? Laurie Whitwell details United’s struggles.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Is Endo Liverpool’s midfield solution? Seb Stafford Bloor has watched the Japanese player in the Bundesliga and tells us more about him.Why has Michael Olise opted against joining Chelsea? David Ornstein brings us the latest, whilst Matt Woosnam gives us the Palace perspective.And on a weekend of two finals, will it be glory for both England and Lionel Messi? Abi Paterson is in Sydney to preview the World Cup final and Felipe Cardenas is in Miami for Lionel Messi's first Inter Miami press conferenceHost: Michael BaileyProducer: Abi PatersonExec Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Manchester United tell senior staff that Mason Greenwood will return to the squad. Adam Crafton has the major story.After reaching the World Cup final, how will England approach the challenge of Spain? Chloe Morgan on the Lionesses historic trip to the final.Manchester City adds a fourth piece of silverware to the cabinet. Mark Critchley reports from the UEFA Super Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:What awaits Neymar as he swaps Paris for Saudi Arabia? Andrew Hankinson reflects on his experience in the Kingdom whilst Peter Rutzler mulls on how Neymar will be remembered by PSG fansWhy are Chelsea at it again, as they pursue yet another Premier League star? Matt Woosnam prepares for Palace losing Michael Olise to the big spending BluesAnd in the World Cup what do England and Australia make of this so called sporting rivalry? Chloe Morgan is out in Sydney ahead of the semi final.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Why have Liverpool missed out to Chelsea on yet another transfer? David Ornstein has the details.Why has Roberto Mancini left Italy? James Horncastle tells allAnd what should we expect from the World Cup semi finals? Michael Cox is in Sydney following all the actionHost: Tim SpiersProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:How did Chelsea win the battle for Moises Caicedo? David Ornstein has the inside details.Is Kylian Mbappe staying at PSG? Peter Rutzler on what changed over the weekend.And is Munich going mad for Harry Kane? Seb Stafford-Bloor was in Munich for Kane’s first match with Bayern.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:What happens now as Harry Kane says yes to Bayern Munich? David Ornstein, Raphael Honigstein and Tim Spiers have the seismic transfer covered from all angles.And how will Real Madrid deal with their major injury blow? Dermot Corrigan on possible replacement targets.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:How will Harry Maguire be remembered at Manchester United? Carl Anka on his complicated career.When will Liverpool’s complete the work to their midfield engine room? Andy Jones talks defensive issues on Merseyside.And what are the Premier League cracking down as the new season approaches? Philip Buckingham gets you ready for the new rule changes ahead of the 23/24 season.Host: Adam LeventhalProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Why are Wolves changing manager just days before the new season? Tim Spiers with the latest movement at Molineux.How will Chelsea deal with their latest injury blow? Simon Johnson on finding a replacement for Nkunku.And what are Manchester United planning to do with their two West Ham transfer targets? Laurie Whitwell has the transfer insight on Harry Maguire and Scott McTominay.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Is there an end in sight to the Harry Kane transfer saga? David Ornstein has the latest developments.Why have West Ham taken two months to sign a player? Seb Stafford-Bloor details the issues between David Moyes and Tim Steidten.And how can England improve in the Women’s World Cup? Charlotte Harpur gives her insight.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Will Arsenal challenge for the Premier League title? Art de Roche was at Wembley and gives his thoughts.Does Manchester City have enough first team squad depth? Mark Critchley has the answer.Has Harry Kane played his last game in a Spurs shirt? Adam Crafton tells us what he thinks.And after the US were dumped out, who are the new favourites to win the Women’s World Cup? From Melbourne, it’s Meg Linehan. Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Why is NFL legend Tom Brady getting involved with English second tier team Birmingham City? Gregg Evans has the details.Germany are out of the Women’s World Cup … what happened - and how might England benefit? Abi Paterson with the latest from Australia and New Zealand.How has Mauricio Pochettino changed things & what next in the transfer market? Matt Davies-Adams on Chelsea’s improvements.Host: Adam LeventhalProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today:Josko Gvardiol is set to join Man City after RB Leipzig accepted a €90m bid for the 21 year old, but is he worth it? Seb Stafford Bloor tells why he just might beWhat have we learned from Liverpool’s time in Singapore? Andy Jones brings us the latest from the Reds' tourAnd as Gigi Buffon retires, how will the goalkeeping giant be remembered? James Horncastle reminiscesHost: Michael BaileyProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Why would Paris St. Germain’s interest in Ousmane Dembele be proving so complicated? Pol Ballús on the negotiations.What is powering Bayern Munich’s Premier League transfer pursuits? Raphael Honigstein dives into Bayern’s financials.And could we still see an England versus USA World Cup final? Charlotte Harpur has the latest on the 2023 Women’s World Cup.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:July 31st was an important date and another chapter in the Kylian Mbappe saga. But why? Peter Rutzler explains allAnd Mbappe's not the only one with a question mark over his future, Charlie Eccleshare has the latest from the talks between Bayern Munich and TottenhamWhy do Arsenal want Brentford goalkeeper David Raya? A question many are pondering and Art de Roche answersAre the USA in danger of exiting the World Cup at the group stage? It's not impossible but, as Meg Linehan tells us, the USWNT only have one mission Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Is Manchester United’s new striker ready for the Premier League? Laurie Whitwell on Rasmus Højlund’s arrival to Old Trafford. And after being fined by UEFA, could Chelsea face sanctions from the Premier League? Liam Twomey lays out what’s next.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Does David Beckham think it’s time for new owners at Manchester United? David Ornstein has the exclusive interview.What will PSG do to fill a Messi AND Mbappe shaped hole? Peter Rutzler on his Harry Kane could move to Paris.And are co-hosts Australia heading for a shock early exit from the Women’s World Cup? Chloe Morgan is on the ground.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:What does Joe Lewis's indictment mean for Tottenham Hotspur? Matt Slater is here to make everything clearerWhat is going on at Wolves? Our own Tim Spiers has the lowdownWith European Champions England still not firing on all cylinders, Charlotte Harpur tells us what to expect from England's match against DenmarkHost: Reuben PinderProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Is Fabinho's move to Saudi Arabia in jeopardy? David Ornstein brings us the latest and an important update on his dogs.Who is the new kid on Manchester United's block? Carl Anka tells us to not compare him to Erling HaalandWhy has it all gone wrong for Norway at the World Cup? With the details is our Athletic Women's Football Pod host, Michelle OwenHost: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Will Kylian Mbappe move to Saudi Arabia and become the world’s most expensive player? Adam Crafton has the latest insight.How did Jude Bellingham’s first Real Madrid appearance go? Mario Cortegana was in California to watch his debut.Why is Wilfried Zaha moving to Turkey? Dom Fifield on Zaha’s pursuit of Champions League football.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Pochettino appears to have got Chelsea playing again, Liam Twomey talks us through how the Blues are shaping up ahead of the new season.Last week Bruno Fernandes was named as Manchester United’s new captain, but is he the right choice? Laurie Whitwell has the details. Paul Tenorio has been following every moment of Messi’s Miami move, he dives into the impact the Argentine has had so far.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Jay BealeExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:What went wrong for Sadio Mane at Bayern? Seb Stafford-Bloor tells us where the fractured relationship started.Harvey Barnes is on the move to Newcastle. Rob Tanner makes sense of the transfer fee.The Women’s World Cup is off and running! Michelle Owen joins for a check-in of the first match day.Host: Iain MacintoshProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Jordan Henderson’s move to Saudi Arabia is now all but done. Caoimhe O’Neill talks about his tainted legacy.What’s next for former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy? Laura Williamson on his future.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Chelsea had a really bad Tuesday. Simon Johnson tells us why.Tottenham started life under Ange Postecoglou with a loss, so what's changed? Charlie Eccleshare has the detailsAnd Liverpool might need to find some new midfielders sharpish. Andy Jones has dived into the data to tell us who he'd choose.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Marcus Rashford is set to sign a 5-year contract with Manchester United. David Ornstein has the latest.What’s happening with Bernardo Silva? Will he still be a City player next season? Sam Lee on the transfer movement.The Australian women’s team have criticised the gender disparity in prize money offered by the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Steph Yang tells us if FIFA will listen.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain MacintoshClick here to get a subscription to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the first episode of the Daily Football Briefing; all the football news you need to know to start your day.Today:Why did Lionel Messi choose to sign for Inter Miami? We speak to Paul Tenorio about a surprisingly complex transfer deal.Andre Onana is set to sign for Manchester United...but is Harry Maguire about to leave? Laurie Whitwell tells allAnd with the Women's World Cup just days away, Meg Linehan joins from New Zealand to bring a sense of what to expectHost: Tim SpiersProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Barnes presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Friday April 28 2023:• Charlie Eccleshare answers where do Spurs go from here?• After being battered by Newcastle, Greg O'Keeffe on if there is any hope for Everton’s chances of Premier League survival?• Are Southampton sinking like a stone while Bournemouth sail to safety? Jacob Tanswell on the relegation battle.Produced by Mike Zimmermann Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Bailey presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Thursday April 27 2023:• The Athletic's Arsenal writer Art De Roche and Man City writer Sam Lee consider the state of the title race after City's 4-1 win over Arsenal at the Etihad• Can things get any worse for Chelsea? Liam Twomey answers that as well as providing the latest on Chelsea's move for Mauricio Pochettino• Paul Taylor analyses the importance of Nottingham Forest's 3-1 win over Brighton and the impact it could have on the battle for survival in the Premier LeagueProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reuben Pinder presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Wednesday April 26 2023:• Man City face Arsenal in a huge match-up in the Premier League title race - Sam Lee assesses whether City would effectively wrap up the title with a victory over the Gunners.• Phil Hay on Leeds United’s 1-1 draw with Leicester City and the implications on their hopes of avoiding relegation.• Simon Johnson gives the latest on injuries to Chelsea players Reece James and Mason Mount.Produced by Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Eccleshare presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Tuesday April 25 2023:• Simon Johnson on whether Mauricio Pochettino be the right man to fix Chelsea.• Can Spurs’ latest interim head coach Ryan Mason salvage their season? Jack Pitt-Brooke has the answers.• William Saliba is out against Manchester City. Sam Lee talks about how Arsenal stop Erling Haaland.Produced by Mike Zimmermann Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Do Spurs Recover From This? Jack Pitt Brooke runs the rule over a disastrous day for TottenhamCan Manchester United stop rivals Manchester City from winning the treble? Carl Anka worries that it may be very trickyAnd How Was Saturday Night In Wrexham? Richard Sutcliffe was thereProduced by Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Spiers presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Friday April 21 2023:• How do Man United bounce back after their dismal defeat to Sevilla? Laure Whitwell explains.• James Horncastle and Jack Pitt-Brooke dive into the latest on Juventus' penalty and what that could mean for Spurs. • Jordan Campbell on whether Arsenal can avoid complacency when the Premier League title race continues tonight.Produced by Mike Zimmermann Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Bosher presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Thursday April 20 2023:• Sam Lee weighs up whether this could indeed be the year Manchester City finally win the Champions League, after their aggregate win over Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals• James Horncastle reviews Inter Milan’s entertaining draw with Benfica, which has set up a Milan derby in the Champions League semi-finals• Chloe Morgan analyses the potential impact of an injury to England and Arsenal star Leah Williamson after she was forced off the pitch through injury on Wednesday night• Laurie Whitwell is on hand to look ahead to a huge week for Manchester United, which includes pivotal clashes against Sevilla, Brighton and SpursProduced by Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Leventhal presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Wednesday April 19 2023:• After Chelsea are eliminated from the Champions League by current champions Real Madrid, Liam Twomey analyses what is left this in this season for the Blues?• James Horncastle reacts to AC Milan reaching the last four of the Champions League for the first time in 16 years - but will Wednesday night see Inter Milan set up an all-Milan semi-final tie?• Can Bayern Munich pull off the impossible against Manchester City Raphael Honigstein explains as well as discussing whether Sadio Mane has a future at Bayern Munich?• Matt Slater explains what the drop in Manchester United share price mean for their ongoing takeover process?Produced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Eccleshare presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Tuesday April 18 2023:• Liverpool are nine points behind Newcastle United with eight games left. James Pearce on whether they can make a late push for the top four?• Phil Hay explains just how worried Leeds fans should be.• Has Jose Mourinho really rediscovered his mojo? James Horncastle joins to discuss Mourinho’s renaissance in Rome.• Chelsea have surely been this season's crisis club. Simon Johnson on whether Todd Boehly has a plan for Chelsea?Produced by Mike Zimmermann Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Dominski presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Monday April 17 2023:• Arsenal have now two weeks running thrown away a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 in the Premier League. Jordan Campbell joins to discuss what's going wrong for the Gunners• It was another disappointing weekend for Chelsea as they fell to a 2-1 loss at home against Brighton. They need a new manager soon, but as David Ornstein tells us that process is a thorough one, but they have crossed a name off their shortlist... • And Charlie Eccleshare shares what Daniel Levy could do to change the mood at SpursProduced by Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Amofa presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Friday April 14 2023:• Manchester United threw away a 2-0 lead against Sevilla in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals after conceding two late own goals. Laurie Whitwell reacts from Old Trafford after a damaging night where Erik ten Hag also lost players to injury and suspension.• Cristiano Ronaldo has a new manager at Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia after the sacking of Rudi Garcia. Wael Jabir tells us it hasn't been smooth sailing for the Portuguese superstar.• Joey D'Urso discusses the landmark ban of gambling companies on the front of shirts, as voted for by clubs in the Premier League.Produced by Charlie Jones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Barnes presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Thursday April 13 2023:• Real Madrid secured a commanding 2-0 win over Chelsea at the Bernabeu to put them in a strong position in their Champions League quarter-final tie. Simon Johnson dissects the action• James Horncastle reports from San Siro on AC Milan’s 1-0 victory over Napoli in their last-eight clash• Raphael Honigstein explains the altercation between Bayern Munich’s Sadio Mane and Leroy Sane after Tuesday’s defeat to Manchester City• Liverpool are out of the running in the race to sign Borussia Dortmund’s Jude Bellingham. James Pearce gives the rationale behind that decision.Produced by Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Spiers presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Wednesday April 12 2023:• Pep Guardiola outmanoeuvred Thomas Tuchel in a thrilling battle in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Sam Lee dissects a huge win for Manchester City over Bayern Munich• Charlotte Harpur reacts to a damaging defeat for England’s women against Australia. Their 30-game unbeaten run under Sarina Wiegman came to an end, with the World Cup not far away• Frank Lampard’s Chelsea take on Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie on Wednesday night. Liam Twomey dissects whether interim boss Lampard can mastermind an upset vs the reigning European champions• Barcelona fans are singing Lionel Messi’s name at Camp Nou, but could the Argentine return to Barca in the summer? Pol Ballus gives us the latestProduced by Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iain Macintosh presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Tuesday April 11 2023:• The Champions League is back! Manchester City take on Bayern Munich tonight in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final. Sam Lee tells us why City are hitting their stride.• The biggest non league game in history was probably one of the best non league games in history. What does Wrexham's thrilling 3-2 win against Notts County mean?• Rob Tanner takes us through Leicester City's managerial search, and why a Dean Smith interim appointment may come very soon.Produced by Mike Zimmermann Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iain Macintosh presents the round-up of the biggest stories from the world of football on Thursday April 6 2023:• The man who broke the news of Frank Lampard's imminent return to Chelsea, David Ornstein, has the details on that deal, while The Athletic's Dom Fifield discusses whether the return of the former Blues boss could be a good thing• Laia Cervelló Herrero is on hand to dissect the drama from Camp Nou as Barcelona crashed out of the Copa del Rey after a 4-0 second-leg defeat to bitter rivals Real Madrid• And Roshane Thomas reflects on a shocking 5-1 loss at home to Newcastle for West Ham, which could spell big trouble for David MoyesProduced by Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Sam Lee brings you the latest news from The Athletic with everything you need to know on Wednesday April 5 2023• James Pearce and Simon Johnson were at Stamford Bridge as Liverpool failed to win for a fourth game in a row while Chelsea adjusted to life without Graham Potter• Paul Taylor has the latest on Steve Cooper's future as Nottingham Forest manager after their 2-1 defeat away to relegation rivals Leeds United, with former Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira having been linked with the role• Dan Sheldon discusses FIFA's proposed regulation changes to the way agents will be able to operate in the transfer market having interviewed Erling Haaland's agent Rafaela PimentaProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Joey D’Urso is joined by an array of Athletic writers to bring you the football news you need to know on Tuesday April 4 2023• David Ornstein shares exclusive information on the chaos of Graham Potter’s reign at Chelsea - including 9-a-sides and players having to sit on the floor• Peter Rutzler has the latest on the futures of Lionel Messi and Christophe Galtier following a second successive home defeat for PSG• Charlie Eccleshare shares his instant reaction to Cristian Stellini’s first game in charge since the departure of Antonio Conte - a 1-1 draw with relegation-threatened Everton at Goodison Park Produced by Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Briefing Show from The Athletic - giving you everything you need to know from the world of football.On Monday April 3 2023:• David Ornstein has the inside scoop on the end of Graham Potter's short-lived tenure at Chelsea• Rob Tanner tells us about who's likely to replace Brendan Rodgers at Leicester• Rafa Honigstein gives us his first impressions of Bayern under Thomas TuchelPresented by Iain Macintosh and produced by Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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