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

In this episode, Ian and Chris discuss Manchester United's impressive showing against Liverpool - but the looming question remains: how can play so well away against your biggest rival, but lose calamitously to the likes of Bournemouth, Newcastle and Wolves. Is this a new beginning or another false dawn?

They also take a trip around the weekends other talking points. A controversial penalty in Brighton-Arsenal, an Ange meltdown as his side lose to Newcastle, and as Man City pick up another win Pep Guardiola hangs Jack Grealish out to dry.

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.

In this engaging conversation, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton reflect on their New Year's celebrations, discuss the impressive attendance at EFL matches, and delve into the dynamics of football management, focusing on how managers like Ange Postecoglou and Eddie Howe construct their backroom staff.

They analyse Manchester United's current struggles, Liverpool's dominance, and the rising trend of Iberian coaches in the Premier League.

All before the chat culminates in a debate about Gareth Southgate's contributions to English football and the appropriateness of knighthoods in sports.

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

Ian and Chris kick us off by discussing the nostalgic significance of May 1979, the current dominance of Liverpool under Arne Slot and the resurgence of Nottingham Forest.

They also touch on Trent Alexander-Arnold's celebration versus West Ham, and offer some advice for the right back, with his future up in the air heading into January.

They also touch on the struggles of Rangers, and share their moments of the weekend.

We end the final show of 2024 by offering some New Year's resolutions.

Thank you for listening this year, we'll be back in 2025 (Thursday... as always)

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome to part two of the 'It's All Kicking Off!' Christmas special!

Ian and Chris kick us off by focusing on Manchester United's struggles under Ruben Amorim, analysing the lack of progress they've made, whereas Wolves continued their resurgence under Vitor Perreira.

The pair look at Erling Haaland's form, Manchester City's areas of concern and the lack of leaders Pep Guardiola has at his disposal.

They also touch on Everton's resilience, Liverpool's dominance, and Chelsea's disappointing performance against Fulham (Pedro Neto, if you're listening, you may want to skip the section where Ian suggests what your play-acting punishment should be)

The discussion also highlights the surprising success of Nottingham Forest after another great City Ground win.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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

In this festive episode, Ian and Chris discuss the latest happenings in the Premier League, including Liverpool's impressive victory over Tottenham, the decline of Manchester City, and the impact of youth development in football.

They're also joined by Producer Henry, for 'Producer Henry's Christmas Quiz of the Year' - let us know in the comments if you got all 12.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman, Chris Sutton and Henry Williams

Producer: Henry Williams

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

In this episode, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton discuss various topics surrounding the Premier League, including Aston Villa's current season, Manchester City's struggles, Leicester City's management changes, and the impact of coaching changes at Wolves.

They also delve into the state of English managers in the league, the pressure Ange claims managers face, and Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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

This week, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by chatting about the managerial merry-go-round, as this weekend saw two more lose their jobs, with the lads explaining why they have more sympathy for Russell Martin than Gary O’Neil…

There's praise for Ruben Amorim for dropping two of his star attackers for the Manchester Derby, as Chris questions whether any big club would actually want to sign Marcus Rashford.

Ian suggests why a despondent Pep Guardiola may not be the Manchester City manager come the end of the season.

Plus, Chris explains how he used to influence the ref on the pitch, Ian labels Arsenal the most boring team in the league, and Celtic triumph again in Scotland.

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 Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by discussing the current struggles of Manchester City, who are experiencing their worst run of form since 2006. The lads question why Pep Guardiola signed a new contract, despite claiming his role has made him exhausted.

They preview the upcoming Manchester Derby, highlighting the challenges faced by new boss, Ruben Amorim.

They also delve into Mark Cucurella's boot controversy and celebrate Jamie Vardy's impressive record as a veteran striker.

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 begin by discussung the current state of Chelsea and Tottenham in the Premier League, analysing Chelsea's potential as title contenders and Tottenham's struggles under 'stubborn' Ange Postecoglou.

The discussion also touches on Manchester United's chaotic management and ticket pricing issues.

They also touch on: diving in football, the importance of competition in youth sports, and the surprising success of Brentford.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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

Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by focusing on Chelsea's surprising title contention, as Enzo Maresca's much-changed side easily brushed aside a struggling Southampton. Will their immense depth prove the difference in the long run?

The lads also break down Arsenal's effective set-piece strategy, another Mo Salah masterclass and Wolves fans jeering their own side.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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