Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's return to Manchester United and ask why it took so long for the deal to be done and whether Manchester City were ever really in the chase for the superstar. The guys also discuss Lionel Messi’s debut for PSG, the latest on Kylian Mbappe’s future & whether Reece James deserved a red card against Liverpool.

Gab and Juls: Why United's Ronaldo Deal Took So Long

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The FC Crew react to Arsenals thrashing of Chelsea behind Kai Havertz' and Ben White's brace as the Gunners won 5-0 and sit top of the Premier League table. Plus, Erik Ten Hag was not happy with the media's reaction to Man United's slim FA Cup win over Coventry City. And Liverpool maybe interested in appointing Feyenoord’s Arne Slot as new manager.
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Havertz Haunts Blues

Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie have a reveling interview together before the Juventus vs Milan match on Saturday.
Plus USMNT suffer a big loss. Serginho Dest will miss the rest of the season and Copa America, how big of a loss is he for the team.
Another USMNT player Haji Wright is playing well for Coventry City despite losing in the FA Cup semis vs. Manchester United. What does Cup run mean for Haji's career?
Joining Herc and Seb is Mauricio Pedroza to talk about Pumas and America. And Santiago Gimenez wins the Dutch Cup. What does the future
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Futbol Americas: Pulisic and McKennie on the show

The FC crew react to a controversial El clasico where Barcelona feel they should've had a 'ghost goal' allowed, Barcelona president says Barca will push for a replay. Plus, Man United hold on to beat Coventry City after a penalty shootout, but the crew discuss if its time to move on from Ten Hag. And, FA is looking into Nottingham Forest's referee complaints after their 2-0 loss to Everton.
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Barcelona Want A Replay

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Real Madrid's 3-2 win over Barcelona in El Clasico and ask why Barca could struggle to find Xavi's replacement in the summer. The guys also discuss The FA Cup semifinals, Nottingham Forest's VAR outburst and ask if there could be a Paris derby next season.
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Gab and Juls: Who would want to manage Barcelona now?

The FC crew react to Manchester United advancing on penalties to the FA Cup final and slam Erik ten Hag's side after blowing a 3 goal lead in the second half. Plus, the guys marvel at another ELCLASICO stoppage time winner from Jude Bellingham and argue if Bayer Leverkusen will finish the season unbeaten.
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Gab and Juls: Why United's Ronaldo Deal Took So Long

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