How are Grimsby Town and Swansea City linked through their recruitment and analysis?

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and Cambridge United boss Neil Harris find out in conversation with Grimsby CEO Polly Bancroft, who talks Jamestown Analytics, club growth, ambitions and what it’s like to be one of the few female Chief Executives in the EFL.

That’s after the panel are joined by Adam Blackmore, BBC Radio Solent’s Sports Editor, to chat Spygate, the looming verdict over Tonda Eckert and how the club is feeling in this decisive week.

There’s also discussion and debate on Championship table-toppers Swansea City and League One bottom-dwellers Peterborough United.

And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there’s a special late winner and a blues-inducing late blunder.

This season we now have our very own 72+ feed on BBC Sounds - where you can listen to episodes every week. We'll continue to bring you all the same content you've been enjoying here, with the biggest stories from the EFL, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and Luke Chambers chat all things EFL.

What next for Preston after they sacked Paul Heckingbottom? How far can Lincoln go after a strong start to the season?

Saturday sees Millwall face West Ham for the first time since 2012 – Millwall defender Caleb Taylor joins the pod.

Shrewsbury look to be the latest EFL club with American owners, BBC Shropshire’s Nick Southall explains how Brad Friedel is involved.

And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there’s a miss of the century contender and an incredible interview from animal-lover Nathan Jones.

This season we now have our very own 72+ feed on BBC Sounds - where you can listen to episodes every week. We'll continue to bring you all the same content you've been enjoying here, with the biggest stories from the EFL, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.

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Aaron Paul, Wimbledon boss Johnnie Jackson and Bristol City winger Jed Wallace discuss the biggest talking points in the EFL.

Michael Duff is the first managerial casualty of the season after he was sacked by Wycombe after just 5 games – was it harsh?

Burnley are struggling towards the bottom of the Championship – can the signing of 39 year old Jamie Vardy kickstart their season?

What next for Russell Martin’s Leicester after they hit a new low at the weekend after losing 4-0 at home.

And in 72PLUS 72MINUS – an embarrassing own goal and a stunning late winner from one of Jed’s favourite teammates.

This season we now have our very own 72+ feed on BBC Sounds - where you can listen to episodes every week. We'll continue to bring you all the same content you've been enjoying here, with the biggest stories from the EFL, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.

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Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Norwich City sporting director Ben Knapper.

Knapper discusses how he spent deadline day in Stoke, juggling transfer business with a Championship matchday. He also reflects on the Canaries' start to their campaign and last season's decision to replace Liam Manning with current head coach Philippe Clement.

There's also a round up of the biggest deals from deadline day and a look at a busy midweek EFL fixture list.

Plus, Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans joins the panel to discuss his side's strong start to the season.

02:40 Norwich City Sporting Director Ben Knapper

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Tranmere boss Darrell Clarke to discuss the big stories in the EFL.

Darrell explains how his defender Bobby Faulkner ended up in goal and the panel discuss Bobby Kamwa's Adebayor-esque celebration against his former club Newport.

Millwall, Charlton and West Brom are the early pace-setters in the Championship - while Leicester are already struggling in League One, but will Russell Martin be given the time to turn it around?

And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there's a Puskas contender in the Championship and a pantomime moment in League Two.

This season we now have our very own 72+ feed on BBC Sounds - where you can listen to episodes every week.

We'll continue to bring you all the same content you've been enjoying here, with the biggest stories from the EFL, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.

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Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Bolton manager Steven Schumacher to break down the opening weekend of league fixtures in the EFL - and we hear from Luton boss Jack Wilshere.

Bolton won on their return to the Championship, but how can they compete with their big-spending rivals. The panel also discuss Will Lankshear's dream start at Middlesbrough, how Southampton will deal with being pantomime villains after Spygate and whether VAR is needed in the Championship after a blatant handball helped West Brom beat Norwich.

Jack Wilshere joins the pod after his Luton side came from 3-1 down to beat Reading in their opener, and talks about his first pre-season as a first team manager.

Aaron's EFL Fantasy skills haven't improved over the summer - the code to join our league if 72EFLPOD.

And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there's a moment to forget for an EFL legend and Welsh limbs after a late goal.

This season we now have our very own 72+ feed on BBC Sounds - where you can listen to episodes every week.

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The new EFL season is back with nine months of drama to come across the Championship, League One and League Two. Aaron Paul is joined by Andy Woodman, Luke Chambers and Lyle Taylor to preview all three divisions on our new 72+ feed, looking at promotion contenders, relegated giants and, dark horses. West Ham and Wolves return to the second tier, Southampton and Middlesbrough all have their eyes on promotion.

Bromley manager Andy Woodman discusses the club's historic first season in the third tier, while Leicester City and Sheffield Wednesday look to bounce back after relegation.

Salford City manager Peter Cklamovski joins us to discuss his journey from Australia and Asia to English football, working with Ange Postecoglou and the pressure of taking charge of one of the division's promotion favourites.

And don't forget to join the official 72+ EFL Fantasy League using the code 72EFLPOD.

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Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff dive into the biggest stories across the EFL, with expert analysis, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.