We’re nearly halfway through the season and already it’s been one to remember. 

From Liverpool’s record-breaking transfer window, Forest’s own-personal managerial merry go round and the departure of Daniel Levy.

Join us on a trip down memory lane.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Producer: Nick Thomson

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

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The Premier League presented a Christmas cracker of a weekend of football.

From Morgan Rogers’ magic in Aston Villa’s win over Manchester United, to Spurs’ red cards in their defeat to Liverpool.

And… after Wolves lost once again - are they the worst Premier League team ever?

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Adam Crafton and Jack Pitt-Brooke to dissect all of the action.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Guests: Adam Crafton, Jack Pitt-Brooke

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producers: Mike Stavrou, Paul Iliffe

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A year ago on Friday, Everton's takeover was complete.

Since then the club has been rejuvenated.

So how far can they go under the David Moyes and The Friedkin Group?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Patrick Boyland, Greg O'Keeffe and Leon Osman

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe

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Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool.

Cerys Jones and Reuben Pinder join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Saturday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Aston Villa vs Manchester United, Newcastle vs Chelsea and Arsenal vs Everton.

Host: Matt Davies-Adams

With: Cerys Jones & Reuben Pinder

Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead

Producer: Jay Beale

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David Ornstein reports that Chelsea's Enzo Maresca is high on the list to replace Pep Guardiola with the anticipation of this being his last season at Manchester City.

It comes less than a week after Maresca's outburst following Chelsea's recent home win over Everton.

If Guardiola were to leave it would bring to an end a trophy-laden 10 years in charge at the Etihad.

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: David Ornstein, Oliver Kay, Jack Pitt-Brooke and Simon Johnson

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Excitement is building for the start of Africa Cup of Nations this weekend.

The tournament kicks off this Sunday, 21st December and runs until the final on Sunday, 18th January.

So will hosts and favourites Morocco deliver? Can reigning champions Ivory Coast defend their crown? Will 'fired up' Salah give Egypt the edge? And who are the key players to keep an eye on?

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Jay Harris and Simon Hughes to tell you everything you need to know ahead of AFCON 2025.

Plus, former Ghana manager Chris Hughton drops in to give the lowdown on what it’s actually like to manage at AFCON.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Guests: Jay Harris, Simon Hughes, Chris Hughton

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producers: Mike Stavrou, Paul Illife

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Another week of chaos at Manchester United, what’s new?

Bournemouth came from behind three times to draw 4-4 with Ruben Amorim’s side in the game of the season so far at Old Trafford.

Carl Anka and Adam Crafton join Ayo Akinwolere to chat about Monday night’s dramatic match.

The panel also tackle a ‘hurt’ Bruno Fernandes’ comments, the captain claimed the club 'wanted me to go' in the summer.

Plus, the Athletic’s Tottenham correspondent Jack Pitt-Brooke drops in to chat about the security of Thomas Frank’s position at the club after a 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest on the weekend.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Guests: Carl Anka, Adam Crafton,Jack Pitt-Brooke

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson

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Mohamed Salah shone brightly, coming off the bench for Liverpool in their 2-0 win over Brighton, grabbing an assist along the way.

Now he heads off to AFCON with Egypt.

So will Salah be back in favour at Anfield when - and if - he returns?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: James Pearce, David Ornstein and Ahmed Walid

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe

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Welcome to The Insiders, The Athletic FC’s new show digging into the off-pitch forces shaping the 2026 World Cup. Matt Slater and Adam Crafton unpack a World Cup draw that went from the surreal to the political, including surprise performances, a very prominent Gianni Infantino, and the growing influence of Donald Trump and his inner circle on football’s biggest event.

Then, why this is set to be the most expensive World Cup ever. From the eye-watering cost of tickets and who can actually afford to go, to predictions about what happens next as prices rise and fans are squeezed out.

Hosts: Matt Slater & Adam Crafton

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead & Abi Paterson

Producers: Guy Clarke & Paul Iliffe

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Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Sunderland vs Newcastle.

After nine years, the Tyne-Wear derby returns to the Premier League, with the two sides separated by just one point.

Mark Critchley and Andy Jones join Matt Davies-Adams to look ahead to Sunday’s clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Chelsea vs Everton, Crystal Palace vs Manchester City, and Liverpool vs Brighton, where the Mohammed Salah situation rumbles on.

Host: Matt Davies-Adams

With: Mark Critchley & Andy Jones

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

Producers: Jay Beale & Mike Stavrou

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