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  • Will Arsenal's end-of-season form haunt them again? Is Vitor Pereira the right appointment for Forest?

    Will Perry and former Premier League midfielder, Darren Ambrose, are in the Sky Sports Fan Club studio today and after Arsenal dropped points to Brentford, we ask if their end-of-season form will haunt them yet again in the title race. Gunners' supporter Adam joins the debate. Plus, is Vitor Pereira the right appointment for Nottingham Forest? We hear from fan Michael.

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    29 min
  • Tuchel extends England deal | Forest sack Dyche

    Tom White is joined by Jamie O'Hara and Michael Dawson to react to the news that Thomas Tuchel has extended his contract as England head coach on today's episode of Sky Sports FC.

    Plus, after their 0-0 draw against Wolves, Nottingham Forest have sacked Sean Dyche. We get the views of Forest fan Ellie Molloson.

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    27 min
  • Tottenham sack Frank! What went wrong and what's next for Spurs?

    Huge breaking news on today's show as Tottenham announced the sacking of head coach Thomas Frank!

    Tom was joined by Jay Bothroyd and Michael Bridge to get immediate reaction. Spurs fans Chris Cowlin and Mitchell Fretton also gave us their views, with former Tottenham midfielder Michael Brown sharing his thoughts too.

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    24 min
  • Does Rosenior deserve more respect? Are Poch chants impacting Frank's authority?

    Tom White is joined by Jody Morris to discuss the biggest talking points in football on today's episode of Sky Sports FC.

    In part one, they chat about Liam Rosenior and whether he deserves more respect for the start he has made at Chelsea.

    Then in part two, they discuss Spurs and if fans chanting Mauricio Pochettino's name is undermining the current manager Thomas Frank.

    28 min
  • Did late comeback save Man City's title chances? Will Liverpool qualify for Champions League?

    Premier League winning captain Tim Sherwood joins Tom on today's Sky Sports FC, to discuss football's biggest stories.

    We start with the fall-out from yesterday's Premier League clash at Anfield. Manchester City closed the gap on league leaders, Arsenal, to six points with a 2-1 win against Liverpool.

    We're asking if City's last gasp win keeps their title hopes alive, and where does this leave Liverpool? We hear from City fan Aston and Liverpool supporter Lewiss.

    19 min
  • Did Arsenal show Chelsea a lack of respect? Is there enough squad depth at Newcastle?

    Jay Bothroyd joins Tom in the studio for today's Sky Sports FC and we start by asking if Arsenal showed Chelsea a lack of respect during the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final. This after Chelsea head coach, Liam Rosenior, questioned why an Arsenal member of staff was in the wrong half of the pitch during the warm up. Chelsea fan Henry joins in the debate.

    Plus, we hear from Eddie Howe as Newcastle prepare to fight on three fronts this season with key injuries in their ranks. Do Newcastle have enough depth in their squad to cope?

    Finally, should Cristian Romero remain as Spurs' captain, given his recent apparent outburst on social media? We hear from Thomas Frank, who denies Romero is leading a player revolt at the club.

    27 min
  • Carrick and Rosenior Report Cards | Should Spurs have spent more money in January? | Is this the best Scottish title race ever?

    Lots to get through on today's Sky Sports FC with Tom White and Charlie Austin!

    One month into their reigns, Charlie assesses the Manchester United and Chelsea tenures of head coaches Michael Carrick and Liam Rosenior.


    Next, we ask if Tottenham Hotspur should have spent more money in January, after Sporting Director, Johan Lange, faced the media to explain why the club didn't bring in more players in the transfer window. Spurs fan Chris joins the debate.


    Finally, to Scotland and the title race - we ask if Rangers are now considered the favourites to lift the Premiership. But, is this the best Scottish title race ever?

    25 min
  • Arsenal to Wembley | Is Pep becoming a distraction for City?

    Tom White and Jamie O’Hara break down Arsenal’s Carabao Cup semi-final win. Was Paul Merson too harsh in claiming Chelsea “never had a go”? Joined by Arsenal fan Nick and Chelsea fan John, we dig into Liam Rosenior’s cautious approach to the game.

    Next, we turn our attention to Manchester City ahead of their Carabao Cup semi-final, unpack Pep Guardiola’s post-match comments about the referee following the weekend’s clash with Spurs, and welcome City fan Alex to ask the question: is Pep’s behaviour distracting from his side’s poor form?

    And finally, we address Arne Slot’s comments on the importance of style of play – is playing attractive football more important than winning trophies?

    36 min
  • Is Romero right to criticise Spurs hierarchy? Will lack of signings cost Liverpool a Champions League place?

    Lioness Leanne Sanderson is in the studio with Tom for this episode of FC.

    After Tottenham Hotspur’s Cristian Romero appeared to criticise the club's transfer window activity on social media, we ask if he was right to hit out at the hierarchy. Spurs fan Mitchell joins the debate and we hear from you too.

    Plus, Liverpool fan Jamie chats to Tom and Leanne about new defender Jeremy Jacques, but did fans expect more signings?

    25 min
  • Arteta News Conference Reaction | Watkins Injury Blow For Villa
    Tom White and Jay Bothroyd break down Arsenal’s current form after going three league games without a win. We hear from Mikel Arteta ahead of a crucial weekend clash with Leeds — it’s been a strong season overall, but are Arsenal starting to feel the pressure? And with form dipping, should Martin Ødegaard still be wearing the armband?

    Next, Aston Villa fan James joins us to assess how damaging Ollie Watkins’ hamstring injury could be to Villa’s title ambitions.

    Finally, Manchester United fan James stops by to debate whether Michael Carrick can keep an impressive winning run rolling.

    Watch us live, Monday to Friday, 10am until Midday on Sky Sports News or listen to the podcast as soon as we come off air. 

    To get involved you can send a voice note or message via WhatsApp to 07514 917075.

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    37 min

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