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LIVE: The Problem with Salah's Statement, FA Cup Final & Carrick's Man Utd Future

May 17, 20261h 9m

Ring for Analysis: The solution to Italy's football crisis

May 16, 20261h 2m

Xabi Alonso to Chelsea? Future of set pieces, Scottish title & Spying

May 14, 20261h 4m

Real Madrid chaos, Mourinho return? & Liverpool: Slot's future

May 12, 20261h 12m

LIVE: Arsenal Squeeze Past West Ham to Keep the Title Alive

May 10, 20261h 0m

Ring for Analysis: Part two - is John Terry his own worst enemy?

May 9, 202657 min

Arsenal's best week, Arteta's future & summer transfers

May 7, 20261h 3m

Did Man City lose the Premier League? Chelsea's crisis deepens & Forest's incredible form

May 5, 20261h 17m

LIVE: Man Utd Impress vs Liverpool & Tottenham Win Back-to-Back

May 3, 202649 min

Ring for Analysis: is John Terry his own worst enemy?

May 2, 202642 min

Arsenal referee decisions, PSG v Bayern & who will be in the Premier League next season?

Apr 30, 202657 min

Man City's future, Arsenal's new corner routine & who will be relegated?

Apr 28, 20261h 3m

Ring for Analysis: Leicester City's cautionary tale of incompetence, dysfunction and decline

Apr 25, 20261h 11m

Chelsea sack Rosenior, why America fears relegation & Italy for Iran?

Apr 23, 20261h 21m

Are Chelsea falling apart? Spurs improve & Marco Rose to Bournemouth?

Apr 21, 20261h 8m

LIVE: Have Arsenal lost control of the title race?

Apr 19, 202659 min

Ring for Analysis: Why referees hate VAR

Apr 17, 20261h 14m

Atletico Madrid's revolution & Where should Iraola manage next?

Apr 16, 20261h 23m

De Zerbi's first Spurs game, West Ham's huge improvement & how good is Rio Ngumoha?

Apr 14, 20261h 13m

LIVE: The title race is back! Man City win, Arsenal lose

Apr 13, 20261h 2m

Ring for Analysis: Part Two of The greatest Brian Clough story

Apr 10, 20261h 0m

Brilliant Bayern and can Man City really catch Arsenal?

Apr 8, 202657 min

Ring for Analysis: The greatest Brian Clough story

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On today's episode, Joe & Jon perform Ring for Analysis, while reading through Part One of this remarkable Brian Clough tale, written by Daniel Taylor https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/1289971/2019/10/15/the-remarkable-tale-of-two-boys-who-went-begging-for-pennies-and-ended-up-living-with-brian-clough/Join the discord! https://discord.gg/CGVn8crYYa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 2, 202657 min

De Zerbi & Ranking 2025’s Biggest Transfers

On Today's episode, Joe welcomes back Amitai Winehouse, Kaya Kaynak and Jon Mackenzie to chat all things Roberto De Zerbi, Italys international woes, and to take a look back at the season so far to decide who really won the 2025 summer transfer window?Try The Athletic for FREE for 30 days: https://theathletic.com/tifofootball📗 Tifo's new book, "How to Watch Football" is now available internationally: https://linktr.ee/tifobookJoin the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/6nMGtSyyNMThumbnail credit: CLEMENT MAHOUDEAU / Contributor / AFP via GettyImages Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 1, 20261h 21m

Spurs, De Zerbi, Record Transfers & England's Squad

Book to see Tifo live in London: https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/tifo-live/On today's episode, Joe is joined by Colin Millar, JJ Bull & Reuben Pinder to discuss the news that Igor Tudor and Spurs are parting ways, who should be the next Spurs manager? The gang evaluate Tottenham's top 10 record transfers, and take a look at the England squad ahead of the summer. Plus, we hear from Colin about Kosovo's World Cup qualifying story, and Kaya's review of Lord of the Rings!Join the discord: https://discord.gg/RDFvU8gZeC  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 20261h 6m

Ring for Analysis: Liverpool's Multi-Club Confusion

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Two years ago, when Michael Edwards re-joined Liverpool to become CEO of Football for FSG, he did so with the recommendation that the American ownership group seek to expand their football portfolio and explore a multi-club model. But today, it seems unlikely that FSG will follow through on this expectation. On today's episode, Joe & Jon perform Ring for Analysis, while reading through James Pearce's story on this topic, discussing what this means for Liverpool, FSG and Michael Edwards' future. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7125072/2026/03/20/liverpool-fsg-michael-edwards-future/Join the discord! https://discord.gg/CGVn8crYYa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 27, 202659 min

Where does Salah rank? Everton’s European hopes & MLS calendar shift

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Mohamed Salah’s impending departure from Liverpool, the possibility of Everton playing in the Champions League next season, some juicy World Cup qualifiers including former champions Italy & the MLS Sprint season were all discussed on this episode of the Tifo football podcast. This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Reuben Pinder & Colin Millar and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord server - https://discord.gg/qKkNm2fb Michael Regan / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-226415817300:00 - A Colin the Caterpillar & birdwatching intro08:07 - Mohamed Salah will be leaving Liverpool14:30 - One of the greatest in Premier League history?25:23 - Everton on a European tour?40:40 - A break40:42 - THE RONDO46:20 - Crunch World Cup qualifiers1:00:52 - Francesco Farioli1:08:21 - MLS Sprint season & questionable impressions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 20261h 15m

Guardiola masterclass? Arsenal wobble and Spurs relegation looms

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Pep Guardiola’s tactical tweak to ensure victory for Man City over Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal in the League Cup final, Tottenham’s hugely significant defeat to Nottingham Forest and how the Premier League relegation battle now looks after such a significant setback for Spurs were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcastThis episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Thom Harris & Kaya Kaynak and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/6nMGtSyyNM Alex Livesey / Stringer / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-226682971000:00 - a not so safe space intro03:44 - Man City win the League Cup09:30 - The tactical job City did on Arsenal13:50 - hybrid or man marking18:50 - Arteta’s cautiousness?22:30 - the importance of Rodri25:00 - What say this for the title race?31:10 - Ben White returns to the England squad!32:15 - THE RONDO37:25 - a break 37:27 - Tottenham lose to Forest 46:01 - does relegation loom for Spurs?? We play a game51:45 - Joe’s horrendous historical leaders quiz56:05 - Kaya’s review of The Shining1:01:40 - Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 20261h 8m

Ring for Analysis: How have Ratcliffe's Man Utd comments aged?

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A year ago, Sir Jim Ratcliffe gave a series of interviews in which he spoke at length about the state of Manchester United’s squad, the decision over the future of Old Trafford, the position of then head coach Ruben Amorim, the club’s financial position, and plenty more. On today’s episode, Joe and Jon perform ‘Ring for Analysis’ while reading through this story written by Adam Crafton, Mark Critchley and Chris Weatherspoon: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7125144/2026/03/18/jim-ratcliffe-manchester-united-players-coach-finances/Join the discord! https://discord.gg/CGVn8crYYa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 202659 min

Can Arsenal win the quadruple? & How should they evolve in the summer?

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In an Arsenal focused episode the possibility of a quadruple for The Gunners, the struggles of other English sides in the Champions League and the potential for tactical change from this season to next were all discussed on this episode of the Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & James McNicholas and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord server - https://discord.gg/qKkNm2fb Warren Little / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages00:00 - An Arsenal intro02:58 - Arsenal progress to Champions League last 808:40 - Can Arsenal do the quadruple?18:50 - English sides struggle in Europe26:56 - A break26:58 - THE RONDO35:03 - How should Arsenal evolve in the summer?42:00 - How will the Premier League tactics evolve next season? 49:50 - Man to man & hybrid marking54:30 - Will Arsenal win the League Cup?55:30 - Kaya’s Jurassic Park review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18, 20261h 1m

Arsenal move closer, is Bruno Fernandes POTS? And Chelsea's weird huddle

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Differing fortunes for Arsenal and Manchester City in the Premier League title race, a potentially historical season for Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes & Chelsea’s bizarre centre circle huddle were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcastThis episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Reuben Pinder, Features Jon Mackenzie & Kaya Kaynak and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/6nMGtSyyNM Carl Recine / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-2259528439.jpg00:00 - an Oscar-worthy intro03:52 - Arsenal’s late win over Everton06:40 - Max Dowman12:24 - Gyökeres celebration… policed13:55 - West Ham & Man City draw 22:25 - Where does this leave the title race?30:07 -  a break30:09 - THE RONDO41:15 - Should Bruno Fernandes win Player of the season?51:10 - Chelsea’s huddle hullabaloo55:24 - Chelsea’s man marking malaise58:20 - Newcastle’s Barcelona blue print?1:00:31 - Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 20261h 9m

Ring for Analysis: FIFA cut World Cup budget by $100m

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FIFA has cut over $100 million from its operating budget for this summer’s World Cup in North America, with multiple departments at the organization’s U.S. headquarters in Miami asked to make “efficiencies”. On today’s episode, Joe and Jon perform ‘Ring for Analysis’ while reading through this story written by Adam Crafton: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7103618/2026/03/10/fifa-world-cup-budget-cut/?source=emp_shared_article Join the discord! https://discord.gg/CGVn8crYYa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 202650 min

Spurs GK chaos, Premier League’s weird away table and Messi & Barcelona

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A truly nightmarish night for Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League, the confusing and contrasting home and away records of some Premier League sides, a tough run for Manchester City, Newcastle United’s draw against Barcelona plus lean times for Leicester City were all discussed on the Tifo football podcast. This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord server - https://discord.gg/rJhFJSFnJn Eddie Keogh / Stringer / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 20261h 3m

Which Premier League managers would be rehired? Is the big 6 finished? And Iran & the World Cup.

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After a non-Premier League weekend, inspired by a Discord question we speculate what would happen if every single Premier League manager became a free agent in the summer. Would clubs stick or twist with their current coach? We play The Rondo, it’s another bad week for JJ…We discuss if the notion of The Big 6 clubs is done and dusted if Tottenham Hotspur are relegated.We then speak about how the current war in the Middle East may impact the men’s World Cup and is impacting the Women’s Asia Cup currently.  This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Reuben Pinder, JJ Bull & Colin Millar and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/6nMGtSyyNM Tom Dulat / Stringer / Getty Images Europe via GettyImagesStu Forster / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages00:00 -  a dripping intro04:00 - Which PL teams would rehire their current manager if they had a clean slate?41:58 - a break42:00 - THE RONDO49:36 - a refreshed relegation opportunity for Tottenham55:10 - If Spurs go down, is the big 6 finished?1:03:05 - The impact of the war in Iran on football1:12 - Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 20261h 18m

Liverpool shock, Spurs panic & could Wrexham be promoted?

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Liverpool’s shock defeat to bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers, the likelihood of Tottenham Hotspur winning a game again plus the prospect of Wrexham achieving back to back to back to back promotions all the way to the Premier League were all discussed on the Tifo football podcast. This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Reuben Pinder & Jack Pitt-Brooke and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord server - https://discord.gg/qKkNm2fb Justin Setterfield / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-225472585100:00 - an intro for Poppy 04:26 - Wolves beat Liverpool!09:40 - Where is the joy?19:40 - Stalling England's love train. 22:10 - The role Wolves will play in the relegation battle25:46 - Liverpool's forward line & candid Arne Slot31:52 - A break31:55 - THE RONDO37:08 - When will Tottenham win again? And birds of prey48:23 - Who is to blame?52:55 - The rise and rise and rise and rise(?) of Wrexham58:28 - How should we feel about Wrexham being promoted? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 20261h 9m

Arsenal beat Chelsea, a kind Champions League draw and Tottenham are in real danger

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Arsenal’s narrow 2-1 win over Chelsea, the current state of affairs with regards to set pieces in the Premier League, the bracket for the knockout stages of the Champions League and Tottenham Hotspur tumbling closer to the Premier League abyss were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Seb Stafford-Bloor & Liam Twomey and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/UnmbkFJP Mike Hewitt / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-181350751800:00 -  A rogue intro02:40 - Arsenal set pieces subdue Chelsea10:20 - Chelsea’s disciplinary issues15:30 - Reece James: fitness & leadership 17:50 - Changing Chelsea set piece schemes19:20 - Set pieces need to stop!32:40 - Set peacocks33:55 - Can set pieces be beautiful?38:34 - THE RONDO44:14 - A break before A MUTINY44:16 - Seb wants to talk about video games48:10 - Jon wants to talk about Arsenal’s nerves53:16 - The Champions League last 16 bracket59:50 - Are we SURE Spurs won’t get relegated?1:05:45 - Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 20261h 12m

Man Utd rise, Man City momentum & Gyökeres plays best game

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The positive momentum of both Manchester United & Manchester City, the shock exit of Internazionale from the Champions League at the hands or Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt and the improving form of Arsenal striker Viktor Gyökeres were all discussed on the Tifo football podcast. This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Thom Harris & Colin Millar and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord server - https://discord.gg/az6JGAGqPAUL ELLIS / Contributor / AFP via Getty Images00:00 - A scented intro04:35 - Man Utd momentum?09:24 - Benjamin Šeško starting?18:35 - Senne Lammens & shower gel24:17 - Champions League check in, Inter knocked out by brilliant Bodo Glimt!32:08 - A break32:10 - THE RONDO37:28 - Man City momentum 50:50 - Good Gyökeres57:00 - Colin's warm thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 20261h 4m

Arsenal beat Tottenham & which relegation would be funniest?

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Arsenal’s emphatic 4-1 victory away to Tottenham Hotspur in the North London derby plus a turbulent & troublesome season for Nottingham Forest were both discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Nick Miller, Kaya Kaynak & Alex Barker and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/UnmbkFJP Mike Hewitt / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-226300128100:00 - A sneaky intro04:10 - A sanctioned Arsenal intro06:13 - The skies of North London are Red10:00 - Why do players make unforced errors?17:00 - Cause for concern in Arsenal’s title tilt?20:17 - Has the new manager bounced already… bounced for Spurs?23:59 - Which team being relegated would be most funny?32:15 - The effect of going for the opposite thing34:17 - A break34:19 - THE RONDO40:18 - A Tricky season for Nottingham Forest44:38 - The logic of each managerial change54:30 - JJ’s parrot mask55:55 - Points Are Barkered Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 20261h 4m

Inside Roberto De Zerbi's wild ride at Marseille

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Roberto De Zerbi’s 18-months at Marseille featured real highs but also moments of severe turbulence, disputes with players and wildly inconsistent results. On today's episode, Jon Mackenzie and Joe Devine 'Ring For Analysis' while reading through Tom Burrow's long-read on the situation, originally published on The Athletic. Read the piece yourself: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7044950/2026/02/14/roberto-de-zerbi-marseille-reign-inside-story/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 202659 min

Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Darwin Nunez de-registered in Saudi

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An incident of alleged racist abuse towards Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior by Benfica forward Gianluca Prestianni, Real Madrid’s improved form on the pitch, a bit of a blip for Barcelona and an unexpected situation for Darwin Nunez at Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League were all discussed on the Tifo football podcast. This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/VUW7CRzJAngel Martinez / Stringer / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images00:00 - hola!03:05 - allegations of racism during Benfica vs Real Madrid match12:44 - Real Madrid’s recent results on the pitch23:35 - Squad refreshment for Real Madrid?31:28 - A break31:20 - Kaya’s screensaver & Joe’s delivery habits34:00 - Curling! And the hog line36:15 - Tifo’s Ring For Analysis39:43 - A Barcelona blip50:40 - Barcelona’s fascinating election54:36 - Darwin Nunez’s Saudi situation59:28 - Does moving to the Saudi league work out for players?1:02:37 - Tifo Discord plug! More about pets… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 20261h 4m

West Ham rally, Forest sack Dyche & Spurs hire Igor Tudor

The survival chances of West Ham United & Nottingham Forest plus the potential impact of new interim Tottenham Hotspur coach Igor Tudor were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Colin Millar & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/QCnuw27J Michael Regan / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages00:00 - an ocean-faring intro07:17 - West Ham United rally16:50 - Multiple formations & pitch size20:33 - The Nuno-fication of West Ham 24:47 - West Ham are in fine form… for now27:32 - Other sack happy Premier League clubs of the past31:55 - What went wrong for Dyche at Nottingham Forest?35:21 - Undermining behaviour in the workplace37:48 - Where Forest may have gone wrong40:21 - Who will go down?42:07 - A break42:09 - THE RONDO47:13 - The Tudor dynasty begins at Tottenham56:28 - How many more games will Spurs win this season?1:00:21 - Points Are Bad  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 20261h 8m

Inside Frank's sacking at Tottenham Hotspur

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When Thomas Frank was appointed Tottenham Hotspur’s new head coach in June 2025, his task was to rebuild the club’s culture. But the defining image of his tenure — or rather the defining sound — was booing. And booing directed specifically at him. On today's Tifo Football Podcast, Joe Devine & Jon Mackenzie read and analyse Jack Pitt-Brooke and Jay Harris' inside read on Thomas Frank's sacking at Spurs. In this new format, 'Ring For Analysis', conversation ranges from booing, to unconscious downing of tools and a points-per-game quiz.Carl Recine / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-2260368300 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 20261h 6m

Picking Tottenham’s next manager after Frank sacked.

Following the announcement of Tottenham Hotspur parting ways with manager Thomas Frank, in the latest Tifo football podcast we discuss why it went wrong, who should replace him in the interim as well as who the longer term appointee should be.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Colin Millar and is produced by Steve Hankey.JOIN THE DISCORD - https://discord.gg/QCnuw27JOmar Vega / Stringer / Getty Images North America via GettyImages00:00 - A well-written intro05:46 - A semi-sanctioned second intro6:29 - Spur sack Thomas Frank10:30 - Why now and not before?18:00 - The problems a new coach would inherit21:30 - A discordant Discord shout out24:10 - Who should Spurs get as their next current manager?25:07 - “Gambling on stepping up” contenders29:20 - “Too early in their development?” contenders35:18 - another excellent break35:20 - too early for Robbie Keane?40:30 - These fine managers are available50:25 - The risky choice?1:06:15 - The “no questions asked” category1:09:04- The wildcards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 20261h 13m

The 'Title Race' is back! Man Utd make it four, and Newcastle struggle

The resuscitation of the title race with Manchester City’s late win over Liverpool, Manchester United’s fourth consecutive Premier League victory, this time against ten man Tottenham Hotspur, and another defeat for Newcastle United against an impressive Brentford were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Mark Carey & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/QCnuw27J Matt McNulty / Stringer / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages-223721144100:00 - A trumpeting intro05:17 - It’s still a title race, isn’t it?08:47 - Did Liverpool poo their pants? 12:35 - Four lungs & frogs14:42 - A goal that never was 17:21 - Somehow, Jumanji18:07 - Highlights from Man City vs Liverpool 30:00 - How worried should Liverpool be?33:20 - How will Man City & Arsenal perform before they play each other?38:15 - an attempt at a break38:17 - THE RONDO42:39 - Man Utd win four in a row, and isn’t it fun?47:10 - Joe’s trepidation and an uncomfortable meme52:33 - Newcastle United’s poor form continues1:00:21 - Should Newcastle stick or twist in the manager market?1:03:02 - Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 9, 20261h 9m

Who should Man Utd's next manager be?

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JOIN THE NEW TIFO DISCORD: https://discord.gg/vvfz96FZXrWhat were you doing in 2003? What colour lightsaber would you have if they were real? How often do you walk nude around your flat? All perfectly normal questions to ask when deciding who Man United should hire as their next manager. Joe and Jon group the potential candidates and discuss what they'd bring to Old Trafford in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo Football Podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie and is produced by Grayson Moody.Timecodes:00:00 - Get well soon Steve!05:30 - How has Michael Carrick done so far?14:30 - What were you doing in 2003?17:55 - Forecasting Man United's results24:13 - Should Michael Carrick get the job?31:39 - Floors, ceilings and Never Nudes35:38 - Man United managerial candidates01:05:51 - A ridiculous Star Wars tangent01:09:37 - Wild card options Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 4, 20261h 20m

Are Man City okay? And Man Utd win again!

Tottenham’s comeback draw against Manchester City, Man Utd’s last gasp win over Fulham & Chelsea’s likewise late winner against West Ham United were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Seb Stafford-Bloor & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.FREDRIK VARFJELL / Contributor / AFP via GettyImages00:00 - A 5/10 intro03:23 - A sumptuous section06:29 - An apathetic first half for Spurs, with a somersault11:00 - Positive things to say about Tottenham15:14 - Man City’s second half switch off21:40 - the mouse died22:00 - Man City transfers24:31 - THE RONDO31:23 - a hair break31:25 - do you wash your hair every day?32:47 - Man Utd win again35:50 - Seb’s ITK aura36:30 - Back to Man Utd & Fulham50:01 - Another win for Chelsea56:48 - who would be the best assassin on the pod?59:20 - players struggling to adapt to the Premier League1:01:43 - The (unforgettable) Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 20261h 9m

Arsenal's 100% record, Liverpool rebuild & Chelsea's LinkedIn

The permutations for Premier League sides as the Champions League (League) phase comes to a conclusion, Arsenal’s management of domestic & European title chases to this point, what the plans should be for Liverpool in the summer, the communication style of Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior and the harm the financial might of English football causes to the broader football ecosystem were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Seb Stafford-Bloor & Oli Kay and is produced by Steve Hankey.Richard Heathcote / Staff / Gettu Images Europe via GettyImages-221395753500:00 - A subtle intro05:48 - Drama as The Champions League… League phase ends09:06 - Arsenal’s 100% in Europe, but is everything all right at home?19:05 - Does modern football suck the joy out of everything?22:12 - A dog joins the podcast!22:45 - Joe talks about walking through the woods24:05 - League leaders & winners as antagonists28:00 - What’s left for Liverpool this season?31:45 - Is a summer rebuild actually what Liverpool need?38:26 - A break38:28 - The merits plus perils of LinkedIn style aphorisms45:24 - Should you sub a sub?50:05 - ice hockey!52:30 - What do Tottenham Hotspur say about the strength of the Premier League? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 202657 min

Man Utd beat Arsenal and who will be relegated?

Manchester United’s statement win over Arsenal to boost their Champions League hopes and keep the title race interesting, whether Leeds United will be sucked back into the relegation swamp by the form of Nottingham Forest & West Ham and the continued fine form of surprise title contenders Heart of Midlothian in Scotland were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Jon Mackenzie & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.Here’s that survey -  theathletic.com/survey26Justin Setterfield / Staff / Getty Images Europe via Getty Images00:00 - A bit too sixth form intro5:50 - Man Utd claim Arsenal scalp11:16 - Why we still don’t know anything 17:10 - Playing through the block & playing a Fulham19:00 - Cromulent Michael DeCarrick & Kobbie Mainoo24:15 - Man Utd’s fortune, misfortune and wearing the same clothes26:15 - A break26:17 - What do YOU think?28:26 - THE RONDO32:14 - Why did Arsenal stack it?41:08 - Arsenal will be fine, or will they?!44:50 - Will Leeds United be relegated?54:30 - Hearts march on in Scotland1:01:08 - Points Are Bad  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 26, 20261h 9m

Arsenal now vs Man Utd ‘08, Spurs issues & is Kompany Guardiola’s replacement?

Arsenal’s incredible Champions League form this season, how they stack up against the great 2008 Man Utd side, a win for Thomas Frank and Tottenham and the potential job choices that may face Bayern’s Vincent Kompany were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie & Seb Stafford-Bloor and is produced by Steve Hankey.OLI SCARFF / Contributor / AFP via GettyImagesWe’re asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to theathletic.com/survey26. Three lucky entries will win $/£100 worth of Amazon vouchers too. So whether you’re a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. The link is also here too -  theathletic.com/survey26 Thanks!00:00 - an unbiased intro05:14 - An Arsenal Champions League campaign full of impressiveness11:45 - Arsenal’s forward line and we lose ourselves14:28 - we regain composure14:50 - Arsenal play Man Utd next17:50 - Man Utd 08 vs Arsenal 26 combined XI - who wins?!29:42 - A Break 29:45 - A break for Thomas Frank too34:34 - Tottenham’s injuries and sympathy for Frank38:35 - Is it worth Spurs’ fans being patient?44:00 - evidence for a future HR hearing…44:46 - Vincent Kompany’s impressive Bayern Munich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 22, 202658 min

Man Utd euphoria, Glasner controversy & under appreciated Moyes

Manchester United’s dominant win over Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, A dramatic week for Crystal Palace & their manager Oliver Glasner, the continuing crisis surrounding Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur and the potential for European qualification for David Moyes and Everton were all discussed in the latest Tifo football podcast.This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Jack Pitt-Brooke & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.DARREN STAPLES / Contributor / AFP via GettyImages 00:00 - An intro that drew first blood4:45 - A hellish day for Man City6:30 - A brilliant day for Bruno13:30 - What dominant Man Utd were actually like19:15 - Credit to Carrick & team selection tactics23:22 - An off day for Man City & dependence on individuals30:05 - March Guehi’s imminent move & Man City transition33:30 - The anti-Arsenal agenda continues…35:10 - Rob Edwards for Manager of the Month?37:49 - Beginning of THE RING! Or is it?39:00 - a break39:02 - THE RONDO44:02 - A week of drama at Crystal Palace53:53 - A season of drama at Tottenham Hotspur1:01:46 - Aston Villa come unstuck against David Moyes’ Everton1:10 - Points Are Bad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 20261h 16m