This week on the pod we’re joined by the legend Dean Saunders. Now best known for his TalkSPORT appearances, but many moons ago he was managing “two strikers who could do things Haaland couldn’t” our very own Chris Brown and Jon Parkin… and he didn’t have a bad playing career either. Dean’s training sessions have gone down in Under The Cosh folklore, especially for the prizes handed out, including a racehorse for Friday’s man of the match. Today, we finally hear straight from the horse’s mouth (Saunders, not Constitution Hill 🐎) about the science behind it all and how he even used a local reporter to motivate his players. Looking back on his playing career, Saunders once set the British transfer record — which some might say would make him a £100m+ player in today’s market… our research says closer to £36 million. While starring for the likes of Aston Villa and Liverpool, he became prolific using a foolproof technique that guaranteed 18+ goals a season without relying too much on his own ability. We also hear stories involving Ron Atkinson’s genius man-management, El Hadji Diouf playing an integral role in presidential elections, Jamie O’Hara causing him to get sacked, Graeme Souness starting a riot, and Pascal Chimbonda’s unforgettable wink. This show is sponsored by Betano Get £40 in FREE BETS at http://betano.co.uk/cosh when you bet £10 18+ gambleaware.org T&Cs apply 🌏Get an exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/cosh This is risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! Bespoke kits for your club with O'Neills Sportswear UK👇 👕Your custom design 🚚Delivered in 4-6 weeks ✅Low minimum order quantity 🤝Kit out your team now, from this link: https://bit.ly/3z46QiI 🎧 Full episode available to listen & download now: 🟢 Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/yc4dnec3 🍏 Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/yue6snp3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Michael Carrick era at Old Trafford started with a win. Carrick himself labelling it “a dream start” after beating Manchester City 2-0 in the Manchester derby. So, are Manchester United back already?! Plus we hear what difference Marc Guehi's signing could have for Man City as well as reflecting on an incredible night in Rabat as Senegal beat Morocco in an drama-filled AFCON Final. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Carl Anka and Oli Kay Featuring: Sam Lee Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senegal are winners of the AFCON for the second time! Musa and Ryan begin with one of the most dramatic and astonishing international finals of all-time, which saw Senegal beat hosts Morocco in extra-time in a game that saw incredible drama and an amazing winning goal (03:24). They then move on to Manchester United’s 2-0 win over City in Saturday’s derby (27:29), as well as Michael Carrick’s appointment as head coach until the end of the season. There's discussion about the reaction to the appointment, how free United looked against City, whether this is a sign of things to come or if this is another example of something fans have seen before. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace have had a horrid week or so (56:35). There's chat about Oliver Glasner announcing his departure, his post match interview that caused tension following the defeat to Sunderland, Marc Guéhi’s move to Manchester City and what Palace do now. There’s also round-up of the rest of the Premier League, whistles at the Bernabéu and much more! London listeners, don't forget to get tickets for our next show at the Southbank Centre on March 1st, with special guest Nish Kumar. They're available here. For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Morocco as the fallout to the 2026 African Cup of Nations final continues. Captain Sadio Mane on taking Senegal back on the pitch. Jonathan Wilson on the craziness of the situation. Troy Parrott to have a new boss at AZ Alkmaar. David Moyes on the good vibes, and the good-natured Jack Grealish. Unai Emery needs reinforcements at Aston Villa. Eddie Howe on a poor away day for Newcastle United. Rob Edwards on the improvement that Wolves are making. Thomas Frank under even more pressure as Spurs get ready to welcome Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Real Madrid and Jurgen Klopp continue to be linked. And a dream debut for Denise O'Sullivan at Liverpool. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

It’s Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Colin Millar and Luis Miguel Echegaray in position after another dramatic weekend of Premier League action. It’s 4 games without a win for Man City as Michael Carrick’s Man United produce a performance for the ages to win 2-0. How did the Red Devils do it? For the second matchday in a row, Arsenal fail to fully capitalise on City’s slip-up as they draw 0-0 at Forest. Will Mikel Arteta come to regret these missed opportunities in the title race? Perhaps not as Villa also stutter with a 1-0 defeat to Everton. We record the pod as the AFCON final is in progress, not knowing what was about to unfold. A controversial penalty, a walk-off, pitch invasions, a Panenka and eventually a heartbreaking defeat for hosts Morocco against Senegal. Maher Mezahi was there. Billed by some as El Sackico, West Ham are last-minute winners at Tottenham, who lose a third straight game. What next for Thomas Frank? And what next for Oliver Glasner after a remarkable few days where he reveals his plan to leave Palace in the summer, then takes aim at the board for abandoning him and his players. Matt Woosnam has more. Produced by Charlie Jones RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Aston Villa 0-1 Everton (05.00) • PART 1b: Wolves 0-0 Newcastle (13.00) • PART 2a: Man United 2-0 Man City (20.00) • PART 2b: Forest 0-0 Arsenal (33.00) • PART 3a: Glasner takes aim at Eagles board, with Matt Woosnam (38.00) • PART 3b: Spurs 1-2 West Ham (48.00) • PART 4: The rest of the Premier League weekend (55.00) • PART 5: Senegal win AFCON with Maher Mezahi (62.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gueye scores extra-time winner after Diaz misses controversial penalty and players are taken off the pitch in protest

Senegal file complaint ahead of AFCON final Kick Off

Josh Sargent’s rumored MLS return, Timo Werner to San Jose, Chucky Lozano’s exit from San Diego, Anton Ferdinand’s iconic Spurs goal, Real Madrid’s controversial Xabi Alonso decision, and AFCON Final predictions — all on this episode of The Cooligans.

Jimbo welcomes Tom Williams, Benji Lanyado and Art De Roché into the studio to dissect the League Cup semi's and look ahead to a big weekend of football. Defeat for Liam Rosenior in his first home game in charge of Chelsea but Chelsea aren't out of the tie thanks to two goals from substitute Garnacho. City comfortably beat the holders Newcastle at St James Park with goals from two of Pep's most exciting new players Cherki and Antoine Semenyo. The Manchester derby is the pick of the weekend's Premier League derbies with Pep facing the newly appointed interim manager Michael Carrick at Old Trafford on Saturday lunchtime. And Maher Mezahi joins us to preview the AFCON final with Senegal facing the hosts Morocco on Sunday. Produced by Charlie Jones and Jesse Howard. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: A look ahead to Saturday’s George Weah TFS Extra (0.40) • PART 2a: Chelsea 2-3 Arsenal (06.15) • PART 2b: Newcastle 0-2 Man City (16.10) • PART 3a: Rundown of the weekend’s fixtures (23.40) • PART 3b: The Manchester Derby (24.35) • PART 3c: The weekend’s PL fixtures (28.35) • PART 4a: The most fouled players in the Premier League (32.05) • PART 4b: More PL previews (36.00) • PART 5: AFCON final preview with Maher Mezahi (52.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The AFCON 2025 final line-up is set: 2021 winners Senegal v hosts Morocco But what does defeat in the last four mean for both Nigeria and Mohamed Salah’s Egypt? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Jay Harris and Simon Hughes Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.