On Tuesday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you news from Ireland, the UK and all over Europe as the season reaches boiling point. Trim's Tim Clancy believes investment is needed to compete with the top and burnout was the reason he had to step away from Cork. John Caulfield pays tribute to his star striker Moses Dyer and calls him a 'beautiful person.' Dyer himself eyes a New Zealand call up and looks on Nando Pijnaker and Max Mata as inspirations. Atalanta guarantee Champions League football, whilst Antony is on his way out of Old Trafford, but where? And Frank Lampard wants his side to step in the lions den as Coventry push for promotion. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Ste is here with today's Bitesize podcast discussing reports in Egypt which claim that Mo Salah is close to agreeing a contract extension at Liverpool, Newcastle's reported interest in Jarell Quansah and Liverpool's interest in Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the tension between World Cup co-hosts USA, Canada and Mexico a concern? Can Comoros complete the ultimate underdog story? Plus, will Chris Wood and Erling Haaland be firing in the goals for New Zealand and Norway next year? Kelly Cates and Rory Smith get our countdown to 2026 underway in Destination New Jersey. JT Batson, CEO & Secretary General of the US Soccer Federation, joins us to discuss their preparations for the tournament. Former New Zealand manager, Ricki Herbert, talks up their chances of making it to next summer’s World Cup 16 years after he guided them to South Africa. President of the Norwegian Football Association, Lise Klaveness, explains the pressure on them to ensure Erling Haaland and their talented generation can reach the finals. And we’re joined by former Wolves boss Stefano Cusin as he bids to take Comoros to their first World Cup. TIMECODES: 02:10 - JT Batson – CEO & Secretary General of US Soccer Federation 17:50 - Stefano Cusin – Comoros manager 26:19 – Ricki Herbert – Former New Zealand manager 39:36 – Lise Klaveness – President of the Norwegian Football Association. Commentaries on 5 Live/BBC Sounds: Wednesday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Champions League (8pm) Thursday: Greece v Scotland - Men's Nations League play-off (7:45pm) Friday: England v Albania - Men's World Cup 2026 qualifying (7:45pm) Sunday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Super League (2:30pm)

Coaches: Register for our FREE MSC Set-Piece Webinar with Michele Aragona below: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/442/k3g3rbgy This week, Gary is joined by Head of Coaching at Wellington Phoenix, Joshua Neff, to discuss the Director of Coaching role at youth and pro clubs. Joshua shares his experience at the New Zealand club of building out a methodology but also aligning it with a 'coaching culture' that is built around trust, honesty, passion for the game, and growth mindset. He discusses the unique environment at Wellington Phoenix and how the coaches work alongside one another to help the players and the club progress. Having also experienced MLS academies, Joshua has some some words of advice for coaches in the US who are working through the sometimes challenging role of a Director of Coaching and where you can get high quality professional support.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you Carla Ward's first Republic of Ireland WNT squad, which includes an uncapped Charlton midfielder. We hear from the new manager on the inclusion of Mel Filis, and how she'll utilise captain Katie McCabe. Arne Slot calls for cool heads, not cool legs from his Liverpool squad ahead of the final Merseyside derby at Goodison. Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola speak about tonight's Champions League playoff. Manchester United's part-owners INEOS are in legal bother in New Zealand. And Graham Hunter pays tribute to the great Denis Law, who'll be laid to rest today.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you details of Omar Marmoush's move to Manchester City, as their spending goes beyond £150m for the month. We also hear from City's new Egyptian. Pep Guardiola attempts to explain away City's latest capitulation, as Kyle Walker nears the exit. Brendan Rodgers praises Celtic's temperament as Adam Idah helps them stay in Champions League contention. And Republic of Ireland defender Caitlyn Hayes joins Brighton.

Ste is here for the latest episode of Redmen Bitesize. Today he brings you the news that Jota will be back 1-2 weeks after the international break, Curtis Jones gets called up to England and Salah will not be called up to Egypt duty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian and Alexis react to the USMNT’s recent poor form ahead of Mauricio Pochettino’s hiring. Then Christian and Alexis welcome on Nicole Baxter from EA Sports to chat her soccer experience and working on EA Sports FC. Later, Christian and Alexis bring back another edition of “Rápido reactions.”

We discuss the Canada disaster and the New Zealand clownshow, argue about who boosted and hurt their stock this window (f/t a sad farewell to a long-time soldier), and reminisce about the Mikey Varas era. But most importantly we focus on where USMNT goes from here now that Mauricio Pochettino has officially signed on the dotted line.

A NEW ERA IS FINALLY HERE! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse jumped on X Spaces during the USMNT's match versus New Zealand to react to the long-awaited announcement of Mauricio Pochettino as the new head coach. Did any players stand out in the 1-1 draw? What style would Alexi like to see going forward from the United States Men's National Team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices