A new era edges closer at Manchester United. Laurie Whitwell was at Old Trafford for Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s first time in attendance since striking a deal.

Why were Barcelona so bad in El Clasico? Dermot Corrigan on what’s wrong in the Catalan capital.

And FFP trouble for Everton and Forest. David Ornstein explains the recent financial breaches.

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Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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Liam Twomey joins a special episode of The Daily Football Briefing reacting to Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino parting ways after only one season.

Host: Iain Macintosh
Producer: Mike Zimmermann
Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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Pochettino leaves Chelsea

Manchester City make history with a 4th consecutive title. Sam Lee was at the Etihad for the historic celebrations.

Arsenal came close, but learned a lot. James McNicholas was at The Emirates.

Jurgen Klopp waves goodbye at a teary Anfield. James Pearce reflects on an emotional day in Liverpool.

And Seb Stafford-Bloor on Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten league season.

Host: Tim Spiers
Producer: Mike Zimmermann
Executive Producer: Ben Green
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Manchester City win Premier League, Jurgen Klopp says goodbye

The title race comes down to the final day. Sam Lee talks about the nerves of Man City. Art de Roche has one eye on Arsenal’s bigger picture.

It’s farewell to Klopp at Anfield. James Pearce on Klopp’s legacy.

And the WSL title will be decided on Saturday. Charlotte Harpur sets the scene.

Host: Tim Spiers
Producer: Mike Zimmermann
Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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Premier League title will be decided on Sunday

Premier League clubs to vote on scrapping VAR. David Ornstein has the seismic details.

Man United win as Ten Hag makes a promise. Carl Anka was at Old Trafford.

Liam Twomey reacts to Reece James’ eventful day for his Chelsea return.

Chelsea take a big step towards a remarkable WSL title win. Jessy Parker Humphreys sets the scene for the final day of the season.

Host: Michael Bailey
Producer: Mike Zimmermann
Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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Premier League to vote on scrapping VAR

Man City on the brink of their fourth in a row. Sam Lee was at the tense 2-0 win against Spurs.

Fernandes set to stay at Old Trafford. David Ornstein has the details on the United captain.

George Caulkin on the importance of Newcastle finishing in a European spot.

Can Chelsea finish on a high? Liam Twomey sets the scene for the remaining two games of the season.

Host: Michael Bailey
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Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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