Today, we’re shining a light on those outside The Athletic - we’ve had plenty of guests on the podcast this season and these are the highlights. 

You’ll hear from a former England goalkeeper, a Man City legend, and about a manager who has everyone’s attention!

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

Producer: Nick Thomson

Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

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Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where this week our main focus is Arsenal vs Aston Villa.

After their impressive victory at Stamford Bridge can Unai Emery take his side level on points with his former employers or will Mikel Arteta get revenge just three weeks after Arsenal's 2-1 defeat at Villa Park.

Carl Anka and Stu James join Matt Davies-Adams to reflect on the festive action so far and look ahead to Tuesday's clash before turning their attention to the fixtures elsewhere including Sunderland vs Manchester City, Chelsea vs Bournemouth, and Brentford vs Spurs.

Host: Matt Davies-Adams

With: Carl Anka & Stu James

Executive Producers: Abi Paterson & Adey Moorhead

Producer: Jay Beale

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Today we bring you an exclusive interview with Canada head coach, Jesse Marsch. Speaking to writers from The Athletic in New York, including Adam Crafton and David Ornstein, Marsch sets out his ambitions for Canada, why getting out of the group isn’t enough, and how he’s been building the team with the 2026 World Cup firmly in mind.

Marsch reflects on his time in the Premier League, the realities of modern football, and the short-term thinking that defines the game. He also shares his thoughts on Erling Haaland, who he managed, and why he believes the striker is the best in the world.

With: Adam Crafton, David Ornstein, Laura Williamson, Paul Tenorio and Josh Kloke

Producer: Paul Iliffe

Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead

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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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