Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for the penultimate Monday pod of the season.

In this episode, Ian and Chris reflect on the Premier League finale, which saw Manchester City claim their fourth successive title. We question whether it really is a boring league now, and if so, whether that's City's fault or if the blame lies elsewhere...

The lads discuss the future of Liverpool's key players after Jurgen Klopp parted ways with the Anfield faithful. After a teary solo lap of honour, could Trent Alexander-Arnold prove to be the next legend to leave this summer?

Also on the agenda: if Roberto De Zerbi truly be missed at Brighton, why PL teams shouldn't play post-season friendlies down under, and whether the next cohort of promoted sides will fare better than those this season.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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To VAR or not to VAR? That is the question.

'It's All Kicking Off' returns for its Weekend Preview edition.

Ian and Chris cover all bases in this episode, including: Ange Postecoglou's rant, whether VAR should be scrapped after Wolves tabled a vote on its Premier League abolition, where the future lies for Marcus Rashford, the title-race as it reaches its conclusion, and whether football teams care enough about player welfare.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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There are three certainties in life: death, taxes and a Monday edition of 'It's All Kicking Off!'

In this episode, Chris fights a raging hangover to respond to Brendan Rodgers' post-Old Firm remarks, where the Celtic manager bit back at those who suggested his side had been going through the motions earlier this season.

Ian suggests that Manchester United should move all the way down to Wembley for a couple of seasons, while they tear down Old Trafford and build a brand new stadium on the same plot of land.

We question whether Tottenham fans would REALLY want to see their team lose against Manchester City if it meant Arsenal couldn't win the league.

AND Ian challenges Crystal Palace to turn it up a gear next year, and break free from their 12th place shackles.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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'It's All Kicking Off!' returns for another Weekend Preview!

In the latest episode, Ian and Chris begin by reflecting on Real Madrid's dramatic Champions League semi-final win over Bayern Munich. No trophy for Harry Kane this season - is he cursed?

The lads also look ahead to a huge game in the Premier League between Manchester United and Arsenal. The gunners need to win to maintain the pressure on Manchester City at the top of the table. It feels like this could be the final hurdle of their title ambitions, but is it even a hurdle? 

David Moyes is leaving West Ham at the end of the season. Chris asks whether he has been disrespected by the Hammers. 

And in the Scottish Premiership, it's set up for one of the biggest Old Firm derbies in years. If Celtic win they'll be having a celebratory Player of the Season award ceremony later on that evening; if they lose, it'll be a much more gloomy affair. Either way, Chris is going!

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Xavi Bird

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'It's All Kicking Off!' is back for a surprise 'Manchester United Crisis Special'

For this edition, Daily Mail's Sports News Correspondent, Mike Keegan, is joined by Manchester United Reporter, Nathan Salt, and Sports Editor, Anthony Hay, as the trio break down exactly what's going on at United, with the side slipping to a mortifying 4-0 defeat at the hands of Crystal Palace.

The lads critique the players that have got them to where they are and analyse Erik ten Hag's contribution to a truly desperate season.

Tune in for hard-hitting opinion and unrivalled insight, as we delve deep into Sir Jim Ratcliffe's sinking ship.

Presenters: Mike Keegan, Nathan Salt, Anthony Hay

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome to another instalment of 'It's All Kicking Off!' beaming to you this Bank Holiday Monday.

In this episode, we start by questioning whether the jury is out on Ange Postecoglou - whose Tottenham side have now lost four consecutive games. Chris defends the former Celtic manager, though, suggesting that Spurs have been a victim of their huge overachievement at the beginning of the season. Plus, we question whether James Maddison will board the plane to Germany having struggled to emulate his form before picking up an injury.

The lads analyse Darwin Nunez's cryptic social media behaviour after the Uruguayan deleted a series of Liverpool photos after he came off the bench to little affect in the win over Spurs. What do you reckon, does this spell the end for 'Darling' Darwin?

Next up, a feisty debate between the pair who question whether Kai Havertz should have been awarded a penalty after tumbling in the box v Bournemouth.

AND we respond to Emma Hayes' bash of the media after Chelsea's 8-0 win over Bristol City.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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'It's All Kicking Off!' returns for its Weekend Preview edition!

In the latest episode, Ian and Chris begin by dissecting Jude Bellingham's Allianz antics, where he seemingly attempted to put off his England captain, Harry Kane, before the Bayern man took a vital Champions League penalty. What do you reckon? Do you admire this attempt to distract someone to gain advantage for their team... or do you prefer sportsmanship in the biggest moments?

Ian questions whether Nottingham Forest will relish the opportunity to play already-relegated Sheffield United, with Forest's top-flight status hanging in the balance, as Chris says he sees this as the perfect game for the side.

The lads give their top 5 Premier League players of the season so far... with some interesting calls offered up by them both.

AND we offer praise for Kai Havertz - the Arsenal man was doubted by many but has emphatically turned at a corner at the Emirates, proving his worth time after time in the second half of the season.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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'It's All Kicking Off!' (aka your favourite football podcast) returns for its Monday edition.

First up, Ian and Chris question whether Pep Guardiola was talking nonsense when claiming that the dryness of the pitch at the City Ground impacted Chris Wood's ability to put the ball in the back of the net, as his Manchester City side survived a few scares vs Nottingham Forest.

We then talk all things North London Derby: how Arsenal have learnt from their errors last season, whether Spurs are up for the fight and why Ben White played with Guglielmo Vicario's gloves right before the Gunners took a decisive corner.

The lads question whether Mo Salah risks tarnishing his Liverpool legacy after having a touchline spat with manager Jurgen Klopp, and ask themselves whether the Egyptian is frustrated after another nearly season on Merseyside.

AND we question whether Newcastle should embrace the chance to sell their stars and follow the lead set by Aston Villa, a side regenerated by the cash raised by Jack Grealish's exit.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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'It's All Kicking Off!' returns for its Weekend Preview show.

First on the agenda is Liverpool's trip to West Ham. The Reds have seen their title hopes shatter in recent weeks, losing to both Crystal Palace and - most recently - neighbours, Everton. Chris and Ian reckon Darwin Nunez' performance at Goodison Park summed up his season, letting favourable opportunities pass him by once more. Will Jurgen Klopp's side finish with on a high, with only 4 games left of his iconic tenure.

The North London Derby is next up, with both Arsenal and Tottenham still fighting until the death to secure both the title and a top four place, respectively. While Liverpool have struggled to pick themselves up after slipping in the race, Arsenal have powered on and catapulted themselves back into contention. Can Spurs torpedo the Gunners' title charge once and for all?

Finally, we turn our attention to Nottingham Forest v Manchester City. The noisy social media club versus the noisy neighbours… as we wait to see if Forest will be galvanised by the decisions, they feel harshly went against them.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman + Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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'It's All Kicking Off!' returns with a one-off special episode, featuring Manchester City and England superstar, Phil Foden.

In an exclusive interview, conducted by Football Editor and podcast host, Ian Ladyman, Foden opens up on his rise to the game's summit, detailing his route through the academy, to becoming an integral part of the modern game's supreme winning machine.

The midfielder reveals: why he wears the number 47 shirt, how he's matured this season, the injury that left him in tears and what it's REALLY like to work under Pep Guardiola.

All this, plus we hear why Foden thinks Jude Bellingham has a 'gift from god!'

Starring: Phil Foden

Interviewer: Ian Ladyman

Producer: Henry Williams

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