Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!'

After a blockbuster FA Cup weekend, Ian and Chris begin by breaking down Championship table-footers, Plymouth, and their shock win over Premier League leaders, Liverpool. Could this exit be a blessing in disguise for Arne Slot's men, or was he naive to play such a weakened team?

The lads question whether Enzo Maresca has 'copped out' when he suggests his side's cup defeat could give them greater opportunity to focus on the league campaign. What has happened to the Chelsea winning machine that so many of us associate them with?

There's also chat about: Ange Postecoglou's suggestion that there's an agenda against him, Rangers' dismal showing in the Scottish Cup, and we break down a weekend without VAR... which doesn't reflect too well on refs

PLUS... Ian tells us all about his intermittent fasting diet plan.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition.

All eyes are on the FA Cup this weekend and Newcastle will be looking to provide another stellar performance versus Birmingham City, after dismantling Arsenal in the League Cup. Ian how they'll pick themselves back up after an emotional Wednesday night, but Chris reckons it won't cause them any problems.

They discuss Coventry's heartache in the competition last season, and analyse the strong showing they've shown under Frank Lampard.

PLUS, there's chat about the banning of celebrations that mock opponents, Aberdeen's terrible form, and they answer the age old question... is Hull in Yorkshire?

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!'

In this conversation, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton discuss the thrilling weekend of Premier League football.

The pair debate Miles Lewis-Skelly's celebratory dig over Erling Haaland, Chris reckons that's what the Premier League is all about, whereas Ian suggests he should have more respect for an established, world class striker.

We introduce a brand new feature, 'Know it in 90', with the lads being joined by MailSport's Midlands Reporter, Tom Collomosse, to break down Aston Villa's wild transfer window in less than 90 seconds.

The discussion also touches on Manchester United's tactical decisions and the bizarre selection of Kobbie Mainoo as a number 9.

dynamics within their squad, concluding with listener questions that explore personal They also discuss managerial behavior, particularly the need for stricter disciplinary measures with the Brighton manager once again crossing the line, and delve into the controversial year of Jordan Henderson, after his bust up with a high-profile Dutch journalist.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

Featuring: Tom Collomosse

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition.

After Aston Villa secured their path to the Champions League knockout stage, Ian and Chris discuss whether Arsenal's 11th hour bid for Ollie Watkins was unsavoury, and analyse the implications of strike partner, Jhon Duran's seemingly imminent move to Saudi Arabia.

They question whether Arsenal's management have planned this transfer window poorly, especially in light of the injuries they have to key players.

We address the age old question of whether Rangers and Celtic should be in the Premier League, touch on the rise of Bournemouth and the struggles of Tottenham and reflect on Steven Gerrard's managerial career so far.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!'

It's a slightly different show this time around as, due to Chris' immense schedule, we recorded the episode on Sunday night. While the audio quality differs to usual (with our resident Premier League winner unable to bring his mic with him), the content and delivery remains as emphatic as ever.

We begin by discussing Fulham vs Manchester United and the heroes and villains in the United dressing room. Ruben Amorim had strong comments for the, once again, absent Marcus Rashford, while the young Toby Collyer impressed off the bench with a starring piece of defending.

They analyse Lisandro Martinez's reckless challenge, and compare the lack of serious refereeing action to what we saw at Molineux, where Michael Oliver and Darren England caused immense shock around the country after sending off (and failing to review) Myles Lewis-Skelly.

Stay tuned to also find out: Chris' shock pick for top 4 and his thoughts on Kyogo's imminent Celtic exit, whether 'twerpism' is a real word and whether the blame lies at Daniel Levy's office door at Spurs.

PLUS, we reignite the Laurel and Hardy epic from last Thursday's show.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition.

In this episode, Ian and Chris discuss the recent performances of Celtic in the Champions League, Manchester City's struggles, and the implications of the new Champions League format.

They delve into player loyalty, particularly focusing on Curtis Jones, and analyse Mikel Arteta's innovative (genius) training ground methods.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!'

We start by discussing the struggles at Tottenham with Mail Sport's man in the know at Hotspur Way, Matt Barlow. Tune in to find out whether Ange Postecoglou will be awarded more time in north London, and if he can expect to be backed financially in the transfer market.

The lads praise Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest for their mightily impressive starts to the season.

Plus they chat: managerial philosophies, the struggles of teams like Everton, the value found in the transfer market, and the return of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to management.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

With thanks to: Matt Barlow

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition.

The Premier League is into the second half of the season, and for some teams the New Year has brought new managers - for instance, Everton... sort of. David Moyes rolls back the years to take the reins once again at Everton, but is he the best manager they could've got? Maybe another new appointee, Graeme Potter at West Ham, would've been a better pick? Chris and Ian debate.

Meanwhile Arsenal closed the gap on Liverpool, after a win in the North London Derby. Is the title race back on? And with the surprise package Nottingham Forest also in and around top spot, why does Chris liken Nuno's men to a colony of ants?

They also have time to tackle the BIG question: is an adder a venomous snake?

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: John Rogers

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!'

In this episode, Ian and Chris discuss Tamworth's heroics in the FA Cup against Spurs, in a result that last year would seen them book a money-spinning replay at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. This time around, they lost in extra time.

Elsewhere Man United continued their resurgence by knocking Arsenal out competition on penalties - but what was David Raya doing moving so early on the spot kicks!?

They also take a trip around the other talking points of the weekend, answer some listener questions, and Chris has his say on the PFA's support for ex-players, as Dean Windass this week opens up about his dementia diagnosis.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: John Rogers

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Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for our Weekend Preview edition.

It's FA Cup third round weekend across the country, with David vs Goliath clashes aplenty, and Ian is joined by guest co-host Nathan Salt to preview the best of the action. Accrington Stanley head to Anfield, Salford travel to Manchester City, Morecambe head to Chelsea, and Bromley go to Newcastle in some of the standout mismatches - but which is most likely to result in an upset?

While in most ties the giants are at home, one exception is as Spurs head to Tamworth. Will the National League team's artificial pitch prove a problem for the Lilywhites?

Meanwhile in the most high profile fixture, Manchester United face Arsenal at the Emirates. They do so under the cloud of potentially having to sell Kobbie Mainoo to satisfy PSR - Nathan gives his take on whether it would really come to that?

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Nathan Salt

Producer: John Rogers

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