Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for an exclusive interview with Manchester City's iconic, treble-winning captain, Ilkay Gundogan.

Our podcast host, and Mail Sport's Football Editor, Ian Ladyman, sat down with the returning star, as he reveals:

Presenter: Ian Ladyman

Producer: Henry Williams

With thanks to: Ilkay Gundogan and Manchester City

Featured in this episode:

Gundogan double seals FA Cup victory for Man City | FA Cup highlights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbVs9Pn0dHE&t=29s

Man City v Inter Milan (1-0) | Pep Guardiola completes Treble! Champions League Final Highlights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIS8_A5Ub34

Super sub Gundogan secures City the title! | Man City 3-2 Aston Villa | Premier League Highlights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0YdVFbyM5E&t=169s

Gundogan double seals FA Cup victory for Man City | FA Cup highlights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbVs9Pn0dHE&t=30s

You can also read Ian's exclusive interview with Ilkay Gundogan over on Mail Sport.

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

In this episode, Ian and Chris delve into the thrilling rivalry between Manchester City and Arsenal... exploring the tactical fouls and 'dark arts' employed by teams, the controversies surrounding refereeing decisions, and the evolution of Arsenal's playing style. 

The conversation shifts to West Ham's struggles post-David Moyes, the signs of crisis at Newcastle, and the quiet success of Fulham so far.

All this, plus Ian and Chris debate the physics of water temperature and answer the age old question... can you simmer before boiling ?

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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

Ian (wish him a Happy Birthday in the comments) and Chris cover a wide array of topics in this instalment. So stay tuned for the latest on:

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome back to ‘It’s All Kicking Off!’

Where else go begin than with the North London Derby, where Arsenal recorded their third consecutive triumph in N17. 

Ian and Chris praise Arsenal’s defence, not only across the back line, but to a man - as the Gunners limited Tottenham to few opportunities.

We hear why this was ‘the worst of Tottenham’ on a day of huge opportunity for a side aiming to finish in the Champions League places. 

... but the lads do question the legitimacy of Gabriel’s goal, with some saying it could have been a foul for a shove on Christian Romero. What do you reckon? Let us know in the comments!

They weigh in on the debate around Sean Dyche’s future and explain why sacking him would be disastrous for Everton. 

There’s also chat about: which team will be the surprise package, how Liverpool became unstuck by Nottingham Forest, yellow card galore… and the Barnet manager, Dean Brennan features for the second successive show. 

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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Welcome back to your Weekend Preview edition of 'It's All Kicking Off!'

In the latest instalment, Ian and Chris discuss Mikel Arteta's new contract and question whether it could install Arsenal as the dominant force in English football in the post-Pep era. They also question Tottenham's unusual start to a season and condemn the Premier League's 'nonsense' decision to ban Arsenal from wearing red in the North London Derby.

Ian questions Russell Martin's quotes, where he suggested he faces more criticism for his style of play than a foreign manager would.

The lads debate Pep and Klopp's credentials for the England job.

AND we hear the incredible, viral rant from the Barnet boss.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

Featured in this episode:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUX62hbTOI0&t=1s

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

After England's win versus Ireland was overshadowed by Lee Carsley's admission that he wouldn't sing the national anthem, Ian and Chris analyse both sides of the argument and question whether the English players would feel aggrieved by the refusal.

The pair also discuss Anthony Gordon's comments, after the Newcastle winger suggested that Gareth Southgate's style restricted freedom, and discuss whether Carsley's predecessor refused to give him minutes in the Euros after the winger fell off his bike... seriously.

There's also chat about: why Chris didn't play for a Celtic legends team this weekend, San Marino's first win for a generation and goalkeepers that play outfield.

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.

Ian and Chris get through a whole host of topics in this one.

They reflect on Luis Suarez's career to date after the Uruguayan announced his retirement from international football, challenge Cristiano Ronaldo's comments after the veteran claimed he'd step back from Portugal as soon as he felt he was no longer helping the team and look ahead to England's fixtures under new interim boss, Lee Carsley.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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

Fresh from Manchester United's home humiliation at the hands of Liverpool, we hear Ian Ladyman take on Erik ten Hag in a fiery post-match presser.

Our esteemed host challenges the Dutch manager on where the blame lies, after another stuttering start to a season was underlined by a terrible performance against their arch rivals.

Chris Sutton gives his account of the Old Firm, in which Celtic, once again, got the better of Rangers.

AND we question whether Declan Rice could've avoid a crucial red card, in Arsenal's home draw with Brighton.

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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'It's All Kicking Off!' returns with a bumper Weekend Preview episode.

Split into two parts, the episode begins with a conversation between, Ian, Chris and Jon Smith - one of the world's first super agent's. He reveals all about his time in the industry, the impact of player power... and how Vladimir Putin nearly stopped a player transfer to Arsenal from happening!

In the second half, the Weekend Preview kicks off.

Ian and Chris look ahead to Manchester United v Liverpool and discuss whether Erik ten Hag is out of danger with regards to his position at Old Trafford.

AND Chris explains what it's really like to play in the Old Firm...

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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

In this episode, Ian begins reflecting on the former England manager, Sven Goran-Eriksson, who's died after a long battle with cancer. Our host pays tribute to the man tasked with leading the 'Golden Generation' and comments on his reputation as - not only a fine football mind - but a great person.

Ian and Chris question why Trent Alexander-Arnold appeared to have the hump with his new manager, after Liverpool's number 66 was subbed off during their 2-0 win over Brentford. Are contract tensions beginning to spill over onto the pitch?

Chris defends Neal Maupay for giving it back to the Everton fans who angrily voiced their frustration after the Toffees lost 4-0 to Tottenham on Saturday.

And we hear from our North East Correspondent, Craig Hope, who provides insight on Eddie Howe's Newcastle future, their pursuit of Marc Guehi and why the Magpies 'aren't the team we expected them to be'

All this, plus: Raya's wonder-save, whether VAR favours the biggest clubs and how long Chris reckons Robbie Savage will last at Macclesfield!

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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