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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