Jonas Eidevall’s departure from his role as Arsenal manager highlights a new moment in the fan culture of women’s football.

While some quarters deem the criticism he received a sign of women’s football becoming toxic, the VERSUS team breaks down why passionate fans and intense competition are essential for the growth of the game.

We also discuss the England team’s relationship with nationalism in the light of Thomas Tuchel’s appointment, and give flowers to EFL hitman Richard Kone.

‘The Future of Football’ is a podcast from VERSUS bringing you closer to the people, the stories and the ideas shaping the future of the game we love.

Host: Mayowa Quadri (@mayowaquadri_)

Ahmed Shooble (@AhmedShooble)

Amie Cripps (@AmiLouCri)

Corey Pellatt (@coreypellatt)