While the world prepares for Christmas, Ian and Chris continue to bicker and debate the weekend's football fixtures...all for your listening pleasure.

In this episode, Ian gives his take on the Anfield atmosphere after some high profile pundits claimed that it wasn't up to standard during Liverpool's clash with Manchester United on Sunday. The lads mark Mikel Arteta's Arsenal tenure as the Spaniard celebrates four years at the helm by analysing the job he's done so far and what tactical tweaks he continues to make to his side.

Ian explains what Nottingham Forest will need from Nuno Espirito Santo as the Portuguese takes over from fan favourite, Steve Cooper.

AND Chris emphatically gives his take on Brendan Rodgers' Celtic return...and why it might not be going as well as it might.

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There's a lineup change in the latest episode of 'It's All Kicking Off!' as Chris is replaced by Daily Mail's Sports News Correspondent, Mike Keegan.

We start with a bang as we dissect the Battle of Brentford, where the Bees and Aston Villa played out a feisty game in west London.

The lads discuss whether Roy Keane's correct in suggesting there may be some arrogance at Liverpool and ask themselves whether United were wrong to park the bus at Anfield. Mike also gives us the latest on Sir Jim Ratcliffe's takeover at Old Trafford.

AND Aadam Patel paints the picture at the Vitality stadium as he witnessed Tom Lockyer collapse on the pitch.

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Ian and Chris return for your mid-week 'It's All Kicking Off!' intake.

This week, Liverpool vs Manchester United is firmly on the agenda as the lads ask themselves whether Erik ten Hag's side have any chance of getting a result.

Ian gives a passionate speech (rant) on his opposition to the Club World Cup as Manchester City prepare to fly out, before exploring whether their opponents, Crystal Palace, will ever escape from their mid-table finish cycle.

AND we're joined by Daily Mail's North East Correspondent, Craig Hope, who explains what impact Newcastle's Champions League exit could mean for their upcoming clash with Fulham.

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Ian and Chris return for the latest episode of 'It's All Kicking Off!' with a bang as they pass judgement on Mauricio Pochettino's Chelsea spell with the Blues languishing in 12th place, during what looks to be another miserable season in west London.

They question why it continues to go wrong for Manchester United, whether Erik ten Hag should be held to blame...and whether Marcus Rashford is doing enough to help.

AND we debate whether the handball rule needs a refresh.

All this, plus Ian reveals which celeb nabbed his seat on the train! (Don't they know he's the new Lineker?!)

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In the latest episode of 'It's All Kicking Off!' Ian and Chris preview the HUGE clash between Aston Villa v Arsenal, which will help gauge which of these sides will achieve their lofty ambitions this season.

We discuss whether Manchester City have become complacent this season, or if they just need a new challenge to reinvigorate them after their historic treble-winning season.

Ian explains why he was banned from Manchester United press conferences by Sir Alex Ferguson...on three separate occasions. We hear the details of his meeting with the legendary boss at their training ground, as he sought to alleviate the issues which had seen him banished in the first place.

AND the lads question whether Nottingham Forest should think twice before making any decisions over Steve Cooper's future, as his side were beaten 5-0 at Fulham.

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In this week's episode of 'It's All Kicking Off!', Ian and Chris open by discussing Erling Haaland's anger, as Chris explains the times he saw red. P.s, fear not, as the weekly love-in for Ange continues.

Ian suggests Liverpool could be Manchester City's biggest threat this season and Chris slams Manchester United's players after YET ANOTHER dismal display away at a big side.

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In the latest episode of 'It's All Kicking Off!', Ian checks in with Manchester United Correspondent, Chris Wheeler, as the pair look ahead to the Red Devils' trip to Newcastle on the backdrop of a wild European campaign so far.

Fear not, as Chris Sutton then returns to the show to preview the rest of the games this weekend. The pair discuss Arsenal v Wolves and dissect Gary O'Neill's comments after yet more VAR pain.

We question whether the tide will turn for Vincent Kompany as his Burnley side welcome Sheffield United in a relegation six-pointer.

Chris continues to back Ange Postecoglou's attacking commitment, with Tottenham aiming to avoid four straight losses when they head to the Etihad.

All this, plus Chris explains why the Suttons are a 'family of captains'

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On the latest episode of 'It's All Kicking Off!' - Ian and Chris discuss Alejandro Garnacho's outrageous overhead kick versus Everton, and question if it is the greatest goal of its kind that the game's ever seen.

They chat about the managers at risk of the sack, with the Premier League still at full compliment this season.

The lads question why on earth Gary Neville wore a heated gilet in the commentary gantry this weekend.

And we pay tribute to the late, great, Terry Venables.

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This week, we hear a couple of snippets from Ian and Chris' EXCLUSIVE interview with Ange Postecoglou - as the Tottenham manager talks scrutiny and tactics, as well as giving his say on the abuse that referees receive.

The lads debate whether Jack Grealish can find his best form again, and suggest why he might not be playing at his absolute best.

And we look ahead to what's set to be a feisty clash, when Manchester United turn up to Goodison - to play an Everton side 10 points worse off than when they last played.

All this, plus we have the latest instalment of Paddy Power's 'Big Match Challenge'

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This, week Ian and Chris dissect the latest football news, but also take a step back to analyse the seemingly weekly barrage of abuse that referees get. They question whether this abuse in the game's top flight, filters down to lower leagues, as hear from former grassroots refs, who recount their experiences on the pitch including times when they were threatened with knives and subjected to death threats.

Ian and Chris also discuss Everton's 10-point deduction and question whether the same punishment would be given to a club in the 'Big 6'.

All this, plus we ask...will Trent Alexander-Arnold 'get in the way' of Jude Bellingham on the pitch, if he continues to play in midfield for England AND...what's the latest with Chris' Christmas trees?!

WARNING: Listener discretion is advised.

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