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Mikel Arteta has been urged to drop Gabriel Martinelli and give Max Dowman more starts after Arsenal's disappointing 2-1 loss to Bournemouth.

Viktor Gyokeres suggested a dry Emirates pitch was partly to blame for Arsenal's disappointing 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday.

Andoni Iraola hailed the “amazing” performance of Alex Scott in Bournemouth’s victory over Arsenal on Saturday. Scott scored the winner as the Cherries won 2-1 at Emirates Stadium, boosting their hopes of qualifying for European football next season. Bournemouth have now won both of their last two Premier League away games at Arsenal; they had […] The post Iraola hails ´amazing´ Scott in victory over Arsenal appeared first on Soccer News.

Mats Wieffer’s double reflected Brighton’s season, making the perfect late runs to secure the points at Championship-bound Burnley. It was their fifth win in six matches to leave them two points behind sixth-placed Chelsea. Scott Parker was left frustrated after Jaidon Anthony and Bashir Humphreys scored but lengthy video assistant referee delays offered hope and the technology had to work hard to spot the illegalities. Ultimately, Wieffer settled the match, tripling his tally for the club, to boost Brighton’s European hopes, while leaving Burnley 12 points from safety with six games to play.

MIKEL ARTETA said Arsenal took a “big punch in the face” as their title bid was rocked by defeat to Bournemouth. The Gunners stumbled once again and blew the title race wide open as goals from Eli Junior Kroupi and Alex Scott rendered Viktor Gyokeres’ first-half penalty meaningless. Manchester City, who have two games in...

Troy Deeney has hit back at Arsenal supporters who have called on Mikel Arteta to drop Martin Zubimendi after the 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth

Mikel Arteta described Arsenal’s defeat to Bournemouth as “a big punch in the face”, after the Cherries blew the Premier League title race wide open on Saturday. Goals from Junior Kroupi and Alex Scott guided Andoni Iraola’s side to a deserved 2-1 win at the Emirates Stadium, where boos rang out at full-time. Arsenal were […] The post Arteta: Bournemouth defeat ´a big punch in the face´ for Arsenal appeared first on Soccer News.

The Premier League title race was blown open as Arsenal slumped to a deserved 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal never got going in Saturday’s early kick-off as they missed the chance to pull 12 points clear of title rivals Manchester City, who have two games in hand and are at home […] The post Arsenal 1-2 Bournemouth: Scott provides title race twist as Premier League leaders wobble again appeared first on Soccer News.

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola is full of praise for Alex Scott, whose winning goal seals a 2-1 win against Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Emirates.

Arsenal 1-2 Bournemouth: The visitors were dominant from start to finish as Alex Scott’s late goal handed the Premier League leaders a shock defeat

ARSENAL 1-2 BOURNEMOUTH: Alex Scott's brilliantly-taken goal extends Arsenal's wobble as they stumble upon return to Premier League action after the international break

Arsenal suffered their third defeat in four matches as Mikel Arteta's side were deservedly beaten 2-1 at home by Bournemouth.

Gordon Duncan is joined by Hugh Keevins & Scott Allan as they build up to the last set of fixtures before the split, what it will take for any of the top three to win the league title and there's reflection on Scotland captain Andy Robertson as he announces his departure from Liverpool. Plus Beat The Pundit & The Full Time Teaser 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Check out our YouTube channel & subscribe via: https://www.youtube.com/@Clyde1SSB Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/

Graham Scott, a Premier League referee for over a decade, said the experience of conducting a VAR review could feel like the ‘walls were closing in’

Paul Scholes and Marco Materazzi have delivered strong criticism of Manchester United’s transfer decisions. The heavy investments made by Manchester United in recent years to sign players have not translated into satisfactory results on the field, prompting soccer icons like Paul Scholes and Marco Materazzi to weigh in on those transfer decisions. In a recent appearance on The Good, The Bad and The Football podcast, Scholes discussed the roster changes Manchester United need to make ahead of next season, stating that at least eight players in the squad should be moved on this summer and replaced with new talent. Among those mentioned is Harry Maguire, who recently extended his contract through 2027. “I’m thinking about a Manchester United team you want to win the league and the Champions League… I’m not sure you’d do that with Maguire,” said the former English midfielder, who made more than 700 appearances for the Red Devils between 1993 and 2013. Luke Shaw was also identified by Scholes as a player whose time at the club may be over. “When he was playing consistently, I don’t think there was a better left-back in the world, not just Europe. But if you’re asking me now… I’d sell him. He doesn’t play enough games,” he said. Harry Maguire of Manchester United. That list also includes high-profile names such as Mason Mount—whom Scholes questioned due to his fit alongside Bruno Fernandes—as well as lower-profile players like Lenny Yoro, Noussair Mazraoui, Patrick Dorgu, Manuel Ugarte and Joshua Zirkzee. Materazzi points to Manchester United’s ‘biggest mistake’ While Paul Scholes focused on the players Manchester United should move on from, Marco Materazzi pointed to a past decision: the sale of Scott McTominay to Napoli in 2024 for around $34 million. “McTominay is an incredible player from start to finish. I don’t understand how Manchester United sold him for almost nothing, because his value, in my opinion, is €60 to €70 million or more. It’s the biggest transfer market mistake we’ve ever seen, without a doubt,” said the 2006 World Cup champion with Italy during a promotional event, according to Mundo Deportivo. Manchester United have spent a fortune on signings The fact that Manchester United have gone 13 years without winning the Premier League and 18 without lifting the UEFA Champions League trophy can be explained not only by the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson, but also by years of poor executive decisions that have impacted the team’s on-field performance. Financially, the Red Devils remain one of the most powerful clubs in the world, but that has not translated into results. In fact, last summer they were among the biggest spenders in the transfer market. Ahead of the 2025–26 season, Manchester United signed four players: Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Senne Lammens. The club spent close to $288 million on those deals—an enormous outlay that has yet to be justified by performances on the field.

On the return of Clash of the Correspondents James is joined by two of next weeks doublers, as Burnley fan Jack Toner and Brighton fan Sam Murray join the Podcast to discuss the latest at their clubs and that all those all important FPL assets. For Sam's Brighton there's lots to deliberate for FPL, with a number of the midfield up for detailed debate along with Bart Verbruggen, Jan Paul Van Hecke, and forward Danny Welbeck - but expected minutes on many assets may put many off. Should Burnley be ignored? Leeds' Cup victory against West Ham appears to have eliminated many of their assets from deliberations but there may still be interest in the likes of Martin Dubravka, defensive and midfield enablers along with forward Zian Flemming who's minutes per return ratio continues to look good. Plus, Burnley's road to nowhere continues under Scott Parker and concerns are already being raised about the difficulty the may face in The Championship next season, whilst Brighton's recent run of 4 wins in 5 has them back in with a genuine chance of European qualification. Tomorrow on Planet FPL: The Weekender ep.30 Today on Patreon: Ask James live Stream at 2pm BST (IT+) & Talking Tactics on Roberto De Zerbi (AT) The full Planet FPL schedule for this week can be found via this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/154986197 Want to become a member of our FPL community and support the Podcast? Join us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow James on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PlanetFPLPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Suj on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/sujanshah⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clayton on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/claytsAFC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow David on Twitter/x: https://x.com/PlanetFPLHunter Follow Nico on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/nico_semedo Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #Burnley #Brighton #FPL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iconic World Cup winner Marco Materazzi has accused Manchester United's board of making 'one of the biggest transfer mistakes ever'.

Napoli hosted AC Milan at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona for Gameweek 31 of Serie A 2025/2026 in a clash that was decisive for the second spot in the league. The match ended with a late 1-0 win for Napoli following an intense tactical contest that saw numerous in-game adjustments from both sides as they tried […] The post Napoli Vs AC Milan [1–0] – Serie A 2025/2026: Antonio Conte Adjustments Break The Deadlock – Tactical Analysis appeared first on Total Football Analysis.

Napoli beat AC Milan in a big clash at the top of Serie A with a mixed verdict delivered by the Italian press on Scott McTominay's performance

Arsenal travel to Portugal to take on Sporting Lisbon tonight in their Champions League quarter-final first leg, live on talkSPORT. The Gunners are looking to get back on track in Europe, after a n…

A non-league assistant referee made a major mistake on Monday afternoon – travelling to the wrong stadium for their match. And it wasn’t an error that could be fixed quickly, as they ha…

Leeds United have moved two wins away from returning to Europe after reaching the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in 39 years. Standing in Daniel Farke’s way is Chelsea boss Liam Roseni…

Could they be making a big mistake?

Nico O’Reilly’s stock continues to rise at a rapid rate, so much so that Scott Minto believes he will start for England at the World Cup. However, the former Chelsea defender is not so …

Burton Albion 1-1 Barnsley League One - Friday 3rd April David McGoldrick came to Barnsley’s rescue again as his late equaliser earned the Reds a 1-1 draw at Burton Albion just when it looked like another frustrating afternoon was about to end in defeat. Trailing to Charlie Webster’s goal on the hour mark, Barnsley were staring at another limp loss in a run that is becoming worryingly familiar. Instead, McGoldrick popped up in the 90th minute to salvage a point and spare the Reds a fourth defeat in five matches. It keeps the scoreboard ticking over, but it does little to hide the nagging truth. Barnsley are finding ways not to lose, but not many ways to win either. Early Promise, Familiar Pattern There was at least a bit of intent about Barnsley early on. Conor Hourihane made four changes from the side beaten by Doncaster, with Kieren Flavell handed his first league start of the season, Mael de Gevigney returning in defence, Vimal Yoganathan coming into the side, and Tom Bradshaw leading the line. The Reds started brightly enough too. Inside the opening couple of minutes, Bradshaw nearly gave them the perfect start when he got on the end of a low McGoldrick effort, only for former Barnsley keeper Brad Collins to recover and keep it out. It was the sort of opening that hinted Barnsley might finally deliver something a bit more convincing. Instead, the game gradually settled into a shape we have seen too many times this season. There was an early disruption when Eoghan O’Connell had to come off after an aerial collision with Jake Beesley, forcing Jonathan Bland into the action far sooner than expected. Even so, Barnsley still had moments. McGoldrick fired over after good work from Luca Connell, while Burton carried their own threat, with Beesley causing problems in the air and Flavell needing to deal with a Jack Armer effort as the hosts began to grow into it. Just before the break, Barnsley had two decent opportunities to make their pressure count. A quick move ended with McGoldrick picking out Bradshaw, whose header drifted off target, and de Gevigney then met a Connell free-kick without being able to beat Collins. There were enough openings there to suggest Barnsley could take control. The problem, once again, was making that control matter. Burton’s Moment of Quality The longer the game went on, the more it began to drift in Burton’s favour. Barnsley had seen plenty of the ball in spells, but too often it felt like possession without purpose. Burton, meanwhile, looked more direct, more willing to turn pressure into something meaningful, and eventually that told just after the hour. A loose bounce broke kindly for Kyran Lofthouse, who surged into the box and squared for Charlie Webster to finish. From Barnsley’s point of view, it was a poor goal to concede. From Burton’s, it was simple, sharp and effective. That was the frustration of it. Burton did not exactly tear Barnsley apart all afternoon, but when the opening came, they attacked it with conviction. Barnsley, for all their neat enough moments, too often looked like a side waiting for something to happen rather than forcing it. Hourihane responded by making changes, sending on Reyes Cleary and Adam Phillips for Scott Banks and Patrick Kelly, before de Gevigney, bloodied and unable to continue, was replaced by Marc Roberts. Leo Farrell also came on for Tennai Watson as Barnsley threw bodies and hope at the final stages. Last-Gasp Salvation For long periods, it felt like one of those afternoons where the final whistle would bring another round of frustration, another post-match inquest, and another reminder that Barnsley’s season has drifted into a pattern of nearly moments and missed opportunities. Then, right at the death, they found a way through. A free-kick into the box caused panic, Roberts headed the ball back into the danger area, and McGoldrick did what McGoldrick has done so often this season by being in the right place at the right time. His finish in the 90th minute rescued a point that had looked beyond Barnsley only moments earlier. It was a lifeline, and in isolation it was a fine moment. But it also said plenty about where Barnsley are right now. Too much of the burden still falls on one player, too many games follow the same script, and too often the Reds need a late intervention simply to paper over another underwhelming display. A point at Burton is better than none, and there was at least some character in the way Barnsley kept going. But nobody will be pretending this was a performance that answered many questions. It was another afternoon of flashes rather than authority, of effort without enough cutting edge, and of a team still searching for the consistency that never seems to arrive. Team Line-ups: Burton Albion (3 - 4 - 1 - 2): B. Collins, A. Hartridge, J. Moon, U. Godwin-Malife, J. Armer, D. Williams, S. Krubally, K. Lofthouse, A. Cannon, T. Shade, J. Beesley Subs: K. Adom, K. Dudek, J. Larsson, J. McKiernan, T. Sibbick, T. Vancooten, C. Webster Goals: C. Webster (60') Yellow Cards: A. Hartridge (76') Barnsley (4 - 2 - 3 - 1): K. Flavell, J. Shepherd, E. O'Connell, M. de Gevigney, T. Watson, V. Yoganathan, L. Connell, S. Banks, D. McGoldrick, P. Kelly, T. Bradshaw Subs: J. Bland, R. Cleary, L. Farrell, S. Flinders, C. Lennon, A. Phillips, M. Roberts Goals: D. McGoldrick (90') Yellow Cards: L. Connell (11'), L. Farrell (86'), M. Roberts (90+5') Match Stats: Statistic Burton Albion Barnsley Possession 52.9% 47.1% Shots 11 11 Shots on target 5 2 Goalkeeper saves 2 4 Aerial duels won 26 29 Fouls committed 10 12 Corners 9 0 Final Whistle This was not a disaster, but neither was it much of a step forward. Barnsley had enough of the ball and enough moments to get something from the game, but once again they lacked the authority and attacking sharpness to really take hold of it. Burton looked the more dangerous side when it mattered, and without McGoldrick’s late intervention the Reds would have been trudging home with very little argument. That is the concern now. Barnsley are still in matches, still having spells, still showing bits and pieces. But football is not won on bits and pieces. It is won by turning decent moments into control, pressure into goals, and possession into something that actually hurts the opposition. McGoldrick spared them this time. He cannot be expected to keep doing it forever.

Gordon Duncan, Hugh Keevins and Scott Allan are in the studio as they look ahead to the weekend's Scottish football action after the international break. The panel discuss Celtic's title chances ahead of Sunday's clash with Dundee, whether Rangers can make a 'statement' by going top of the league on Saturday, and if Hearts will hold their never for the final seven games of the Scottish Premiership season. Plus, your chance to win a signed ball after 7pm, and a Scotland-themed Full-Time Teaser. 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Check out our YouTube channel & subscribe via: https://www.youtube.com/@Clyde1SSB Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/

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Gordon Duncan, Stephen O'Donnell and Roger Hannah are in the studio, taking your calls! Andrew Maclean is live from Liverpool at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium where Steve Clarke's side face their last friendly of this international break on Tuesday. Callers give their thoughts on team selection against the African nation. And meanwhile, Scott Brown leaves Ayr United. 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Check out our YouTube channel & subscribe via: https://www.youtube.com/@Clyde1SSB Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Jamie Carragher returns to join Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright as the team break down some of football’s biggest headlines. The show kicks off with the Carabao Cup final, where Manchester City beat Arsenal in dominant fashion. The panel discuss Arsenal’s lack of fight and what the result means for the title race as the Premier League season reaches its crunch point. Attention then turns to Mo Salah, who has announced he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season. After an incredible career at Anfield, the team reflect on his legacy. Is he Liverpool’s greatest ever player, and where does he rank among the Premier League’s all-time greats? Chelsea are next under the spotlight, with the club struggling under Liam Rosenior. The panel debate whether experience in management is more important than ever at the highest level. The episode finishes with England discussion, as Thomas Tuchel leaves out Trent Alexander-Arnold, Danny Welbeck and others from his latest squad. What does it say about his plans ahead of the World Cup? Where does Mo Salah rank among the Premier League’s all-time greats? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! 00:00 Intro 01:06 Rory’s signed flag gifts 09:56 Arsenal’s Second Half Collapse 11:53 Roy’s Cup Final Reality Check 22:15 O’Reilly Pep’s Secret Weapon 32:06 Raya vs Kepa debate 37:52 PL Companion by Microsoft Copilot 40:42 Salah leaving Liverpool 49:44 Impact on Slot and selection 01:06:30 Salah Premier League Rank 01:07:44 Future of Rosenior 01:23:09 Trent Left Out Mystery 01:28:25 Ireland and Wales World Cup This episode is sponsored by Microsoft Copilot as part of their partnership with the Premier League. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Heineken. Enjoy Heineken responsibly. Heineken contains 5% ABV. Heineken 0.0 contains no more than 0.05% ABV. For the facts about alcohol, visit https://wwww.bedrinkaware.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Visit Seattle. Go to https://visitseattle.org to start planning your World Cup adventure Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barnsley 0-1 Doncaster Rovers League One - Saturday 21st March Barnsley’s faint play-off hopes didn’t so much fade as quietly drift away on Saturday afternoon, as a flat, lifeless display ended in a 1-0 defeat to near neighbours Doncaster Rovers at Oakwell. In truth, it never really felt like a game Barnsley were going to win. A dull first half set the tone, and when the decisive moment arrived midway through the second, it came with an inevitability that summed up the afternoon. Rovers start sharper in cagey opener The original sense that Barnsley controlled large parts of the first half needs softening. They had the ball, yes, but not in any way that unsettled Doncaster. It was possession without purpose, territory without threat. Very little of note happened early on. Luca Connell dragged an effort wide from distance, while at the other end Glenn Middleton tested Owen Goodman without too much concern. A corner followed, nodded off target, and that was about as lively as it got. Barnsley’s attacking play felt laboured. Moves slowed just as they approached the final third, passes went safe rather than forward, and any hint of momentum quickly fizzled out. McGoldrick tried his luck from range but never looked like troubling the keeper. If anything, the more dangerous moment came from Barnsley’s own doing. Jack Shepherd slipped under pressure and nearly gifted Brandon Hanlan a clear chance, recovering just enough to poke the ball back to Goodman. It was a warning sign rather than a wake-up call. Bright start, bitter end The change at half-time hinted at a shift in intent. Scott Banks made way for Jono Bland, the shape tweaked, and for a brief spell Barnsley looked more purposeful. There were flickers. McGoldrick pulled a shot wide after Doncaster hesitated at the back, and Patrick Kelly slipped Reyes Cleary through on the left, only for the angle to defeat him. It wasn’t a siege, but it was at least something. But just as it felt like Barnsley might build pressure, the game turned on a moment of needless clumsiness. A right-wing delivery caused problems, and Corey O’Keeffe was judged to have pulled back Hakeeb Adelakun inside the box. It was the sort of decision you can argue about, but also the sort you invite when you give the referee a reason to think. Elliot Lee stepped up and did what Barnsley couldn’t all afternoon: show composure in a key moment. The penalty was dispatched, and with it, the direction of the game was set. Late drama fails to deliver From there, you expected urgency. You expected a reaction. What followed instead was more of the same. Doncaster managed the game well, even threatening a second when they appealed for another penalty after Shepherd’s challenge on Hanlan. Barnsley, meanwhile, struggled to turn possession into anything resembling sustained pressure. It took until the 90th minute for a moment that genuinely stirred the ground. Kelly’s clever flick from a low cross looked destined for the bottom corner, only for Thimothée Lo-Tutala to produce a superb save to keep it out. That was it. One moment. One save. One reminder of what might have been, had Barnsley found that level of quality earlier. Team Line-ups: Barnsley (4 - 2 - 3 - 1): O. Goodman, T. Watson, J. Shepherd, E. O'Connell, C. O'Keeffe, L. Connell, P. Kelly, R. Cleary, S. Banks, A. Phillips, D. McGoldrick Subs: J. Bland, M. de Gevigney, K. Flavell, C. Lennon, N. Ogbeta, M. Roberts, V. Yoganathan Yellow Cards: C. O'Keeffe (64'), T. Watson (74') Doncaster Rovers (4 - 1 - 4 - 1): T. Lo-Tutala, J. Senior, M. Pearson, N. Byrne, J. Sterry, R. Gotts, J. Gibson, E. Lee, O. Bailey, G. Middleton, B. Hanlan Subs: H. Adelakun, G. Broadbent, Z. Clark, H. Clifton, B. Close, J. Maxwell, J. McGrath Goals: E. Lee (65 pen') Yellow Cards: R. Gotts (54'), T. Lo-Tutala (74') Match Stats: Statistic Barnsley Doncaster Rovers Possession 55.4% 44.6% Shots 17 9 Shots on target 3 2 Goalkeeper saves 1 3 Aerial duels won 32 17 Fouls committed 8 8 Corners 4 2 Final Whistle This wasn’t a story of bad luck or fine margins. It was a story of a side that never quite got going. The earlier draft hinted at control and pressure building. The reality was far flatter. Barnsley had the ball but lacked tempo, lacked invention, and when the big moment arrived, lacked discipline. Defeat leaves them drifting in mid-table, the play-off conversation now more mathematical than meaningful. Nine games to go, and the sense is no longer about chasing something, but wondering what this season might have been with just a little more sharpness, a little more edge, and a little more belief when it mattered.

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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Wayne Rooney, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright take on some of your unpopular opinions on the game today. First, the team is joined by former Manchester United goalkeeper Raimond van der Gouw, who reflects on his time at the club as a backup keeper and his later role working alongside Roy Keane on the coaching staff at Sunderland. The focus then shifts to your unpopular opinions, and it doesn’t take long for the debate to split the table. From whether Bruno Fernandes makes an all-time Manchester United XI, to the question of whether Neymar would have been the Premier League’s greatest ever player in his prime, the panel do not hold back. As always, strong opinions are shared and challenged. What is your all-time Premier League XI? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! 00:00 - Intro 18:36 - Neymar Versus Premier League all-time 23:05 - Premier League All-Time XI 34:20 - Slowing The Game Down 44:55 - Worst World Cup ever? 47:10 - Does Bruno Make United’s All-Time XI 1:03:00 - Roy on pundits This episode is sponsored by Heineken. Enjoy Heineken responsibly. Heineken contains 5% ABV. Heineken 0.0 contains no more than 0.05% ABV. For the facts about alcohol, visit https://wwww.bedrinkaware.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Microsoft Copilot as part of their partnership with the Premier League. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mansfield Town 2-2 Barnsley League One - Saturday 14th March Two points dropped from the jaws of victory. That's the brutal reality of watching a 2-0 lead evaporate in spectacular fashion, with Stephen McLaughlin's 94th-minute equaliser completing Mansfield's remarkable comeback at the One Call Stadium. We controlled this game for the best part of 75 minutes, played some genuinely decent football, and still managed to hand over a point when it mattered most. McGoldrick strikes from distance The opening exchanges suggested we'd come to do business. Where recent performances have lacked conviction, there was genuine intent from the first whistle. McGoldrick, operating with that veteran's understanding of space and timing, found himself 22 yards out after 19 minutes and simply picked his spot. The finish was trademark stuff – low, precise, and giving Roberts no chance whatsoever. Bradshaw's layoff created the opportunity, but this was all about McGoldrick's technique. The kind of strike that makes you remember why experience matters in this division. For a brief moment, it felt like we might actually make this look comfortable. Banks doubles the advantage The second half started perfectly. Banks, who'd been lively throughout, collected Kelly's pass and zipped a shot past Roberts within four minutes of the restart. Two-nil away from home in League One – we've all been here before, but rarely does it feel this controlled. The Tykes were moving the ball with purpose, creating space where none existed moments before. Banks' finish had genuine quality about it, the sort of composed strike that suggests a player in form. At that moment, Mansfield looked like a team struggling to find any rhythm against our defensive shape. Penalty changes everything Football has this cruel habit of punishing complacency (naturally). Nathan Moriah-Welsh went down in the box on 57 minutes, the referee pointed to the spot, and suddenly our comfortable afternoon turned into something altogether more familiar – anxious defending and increasingly desperate clearances. Akins made no mistake from twelve yards. Clinical stuff from the veteran striker, but the real damage was psychological. Mansfield smelled blood, we started sitting deeper, and what had been controlled possession became frantic defending. The momentum shift was immediate and obvious. Late drama punishes defensive lapses The final half-hour became an exercise in game management that we clearly haven't mastered. Mansfield threw everything forward, our backline dropped deeper with each attack, and the inevitable felt increasingly possible with every long throw and cross whipped into our box. McLaughlin's equaliser arrived in the fourth minute of added time, a crisp finish from twelve yards after Elliott Hewitt's long throw caused the usual chaos. The kind of goal that makes you question why we struggle so consistently to see games out when ahead. Make no mistake – this was two points dropped rather than one gained. We created the better chances, controlled the tempo for long periods, and still found a way to let Mansfield back into a contest they had no right winning. The statistics tell part of the story – 57% possession, more shots on target – but the real narrative is about mental strength when protecting leads. Hourihane will know his team created enough to win this comfortably. McGoldrick and Banks provided genuine quality in the final third, while our midfield controlled proceedings for significant periods. But defensive organisation in the final twenty minutes remains a glaring weakness, one that's costing us points we simply cannot afford to drop. The performance had genuine positives – our attacking play showed creativity and purpose that's been missing in recent weeks. But championship-challenging teams don't surrender two-goal leads to sides scrapping near the bottom of the table. Simple as that. Team Line-ups: Mansfield Town (3-4-1-2): Liam Roberts, Farrend Blake-Tracy, Adedeji Oshilaja, Kieran Knoyle, Stephen McLaughlin, George Abbott, Louis Reed, Lucas Akins, Andy Lewis, Victor Adeboyejo, Ryan Oates Subs: Jordan Bowery, Will Evans, John Gardner, Ryan Hendry, Elliott Hewitt, Ola Irow, Nathan Moriah-Welsh Goals: Lucas Akins (57'), Stephen McLaughlin (90+4') Barnsley (4-2-3-1): Owen Goodman, Jack Shepherd, Eron O'Connell, Mael de Gevigney, Corey O'Keeffe, Vimal Yoganathan, Luca Connell, Scott Banks, David McGoldrick, Patrick Kelly, Tom Bradshaw Subs: Jonah Bland, Reyes Cleary, Kieren Flavell, Cory Lennon, Nathan Ogbeta, Adam Phillips, Tyrell Watson Goals: David McGoldrick (19'), Scott Banks (49') Yellow Cards: Mael de Gevigney (7'), Corey O'Keeffe (27'), Patrick Kelly (68') Match Stats: Statistic Mansfield Town Barnsley Possession 57.1% 42.9% Shots 18 13 Shots on target 4 4 Goalkeeper saves 2 2 Fouls committed 5 15 Corners 3 5 Aerial duels won 28 21 Final Whistle The performance had genuine positives – our attacking play showed creativity and purpose that's been missing in recent weeks. McGoldrick's finish was pure class, Banks looked sharp throughout, and for long periods we controlled this match like a team that belongs in the top half. But championship-challenging teams don't surrender two-goal leads to sides scrapping near the bottom of the table. Simple as that. Hourihane will know his players created enough to win this comfortably. The statistics back that up – more possession, equal shots on target, and two genuinely well-taken goals that should have been enough for three points on the road. But our defensive organisation in the final twenty minutes remains a glaring weakness, one that's costing us points we simply cannot afford to drop if we're serious about those play-off ambitions. Here's the thing though – we're now closer to the relegation zone than the top six, and performances like this explain exactly why. Two points dropped from the jaws of victory, another lead surrendered when it mattered most. The quality exists in this squad, but the mentality to close out games remains frustratingly absent. Same drama, different venue.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Wayne Rooney, Ian Wright and Jill Scott discuss some of the biggest talking points in football. With the Cheltenham Festival underway, Roy shares a few tips before the conversation turns to a dramatic week in the Champions League, including Newcastle’s win over Barcelona and Tottenham conceding five against Atletico Madrid. The panel also debate Spurs’ worrying form under Igor Tudor and whether relegation could actually be a possibility, before turning their attention to England squad selection and some big dilemmas in midfield and defence. With the race for the top four heating up, the team look ahead to key fixtures including Aston Villa vs Manchester United and Chelsea vs Newcastle, before finishing with some of your community questions. Let us know your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. 00:00 Intro 01:42 Cheltenham chat 11:28 Kyle Walker Retirement Talk 23:36 PL Companion by Microsoft Copilot 26:54 Kinsky nightmare 37:58 Will Spurs be Relegated? 45:09 Who Misses Champions League 49:13 Super 6 56:54 Saving the FA Cup 01:05:16 Chelsea’s Red Card problem Join Gary, Carra, Wayne and Kelly live at the 3Arena on 25 March for a special edition of The Overlap. Final tickets here ➡️ https://www.ticketmaster.ie/artist/5394505?venueId=197033 This episode is sponsored by Microsoft Copilot as part of their partnership with the Premier League. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Heineken. Enjoy Heineken responsibly. Heineken contains 5% ABV. Heineken 0.0 contains no more than 0.05% ABV. For the facts about alcohol, visit https://wwww.bedrinkaware.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barnsley 2-1 Exeter City League One - Saturday 7th March Two goals in eight minutes had us cruising, but this is Barnsley – we don't do comfortable. Exeter City came calling at Oakwell and nearly nicked a point after Wareham's late strike turned what should have been a routine afternoon into the usual nail-biting affair. Still, three points is three points, and we're back in the top half where we belong. The tennis balls raining down from the Ponty End told their own story about fan frustration with ownership, but on the pitch at least, things clicked early doors. McGoldrick Opens the Account Eight minutes in and we had the breakthrough that felt inevitable from kick-off. Cleary, who'd been buzzing around Exeter's backline like a persistent wasp, slipped the perfect pass through to McGoldrick. The veteran striker, in hot form, took one touch to settle before slipping the ball over a sprawling Whitworth with the kind of composed finish that comes from years of knowing exactly where the onion bag is. Exeter barely had time to regroup before we doubled our advantage. McGoldrick, clearly enjoying himself now, turned provider for Yoganathan's well-timed run into the box. The cross was inch-perfect, and Yoganathan's header gave Whitworth no chance – a proper glanced finish that had the Ponty End bouncing. Two-nil up inside sixteen minutes against a side scrapping near the bottom half? This felt like one of those afternoons where everything would fall into place. Then came the fan protests, with tennis balls scattered across the Oakwell turf as supporters voiced their displeasure with the boardroom situation. Play stopped briefly while the pitch was cleared, adding to an atmosphere that was part celebration, part frustration. Exeter Dig In Credit where it's due – Exeter didn't fold. They regrouped, tightened up at the back, and started making life uncomfortable for us in ways that reminded everyone why League One can be such a leveller. Their three-at-the-back system began to find its rhythm, with Sweeney and Woodhouse closing down space that had seemed endless in those opening exchanges. We controlled possession without really threatening to extend our lead, which felt ominous in the way these things always do. O'Connell and de Gevigney looked solid enough at the back, but there's something about sitting on a two-goal cushion that makes every Barnsley fan reach for the Gaviscon. We've all been here before. Phillips and Connell kept things ticking over in midfield, but the cutting edge that carved Exeter open early had dulled considerably. By half-time, the visitors were asking questions we weren't answering with quite the same authority. Nerves Return The second half lacked any clearcut chances, we were managing the game rather than dominating it. Exeter, with nothing to lose, started throwing more bodies forward. Their persistence finally paid off with fifteen minutes remaining when Wareham latched onto Magennis's assist to slot past Goodman. Suddenly, what had looked like a comfortable afternoon turned into exactly the kind of squeaky-bum finish that defines our season. Holding On The final quarter-hour felt longer than a Yorkshire winter. Exeter sensed blood and pressed forward with the desperation of a side that knows every point matters down there. Bradshaw, introduced earlier, worked tirelessly to give us an outlet, but mostly we were defending deeper than we'd like, inviting pressure that felt unnecessary given our early dominance. Goodman, largely a spectator for most of the afternoon, suddenly found himself busy as Exeter threw everything at us. The keeper dealt with everything competently enough, but you could sense the tension around Oakwell as memories of dropped points from winning positions came flooding back. Here's the thing though – we held on. Not pretty, not comfortable, but effective enough when it mattered. Three points that lift us back into the top half of the table, even if the manner of victory left plenty to discuss on the walk back to town. The early goals showed what we're capable of when things click, but the nervy finish reminded everyone that consistency remains our biggest challenge. Same drama, different season. Team Line-ups: Barnsley (4-2-3-1): Oliver Goodman, Jack Shepherd, Eron O'Connell, Mael de Gevigney, Corey O'Keeffe, Luca Connell, Vimal Yoganathan, Adam Phillips, David McGoldrick, Reyes Cleary, Tom Bradshaw Subs: Nathan Ogbeta, Scott Banks, Jonah Bland, Marcus Watters, Tyrell Watson Goals: David McGoldrick (8'), Vimal Yoganathan (16') Yellow Cards: Jack Shepherd (29') Exeter City (3-4-2-1): Joe Whitworth, Jack McMillan, Liam Woodhouse, Pierce Sweeney, Robbie Rydel, Ilmari Niskanen, Louie Oakes, Ed Brierley, Jack Aitchison, Carlos Mendes Gomes, Jayden Wareham Subs: Caleb Cummins, Ryan Cole, Josh Magennis, Kami Eisa, Sonny Cox Goals: Jayden Wareham (75') Yellow Cards: Robbie Rydel (23') Match Stats: Statistic Barnsley Exeter City Possession 48.9% 51.1% Shots 9 11 Shots on target 4 1 Goalkeeper saves 0 2 Aerial duels won 18 15 Fouls committed 10 13 Corners 6 6 Final Whistle Make no mistake, this was exactly the kind of performance that sums up our season. Brilliant for twenty minutes, comfortable for forty, then hanging on like grim death for the final quarter-hour while everyone in red and white aged several years. McGoldrick was unplayable in those opening exchanges, combining with Cleary and Yoganathan like they'd been reading each other's minds all season. But once Wareham pulled one back, we reverted to type – defending deeper than a Yorkshire coal seam and inviting exactly the sort of pressure that makes three points feel more like relief than celebration. The tennis ball protests added an extra layer of tension to what should have been a routine afternoon, but perhaps that's fitting given where we find ourselves. Top half of the table, yes, but still searching for the consistency that separates decent sides from promotion contenders. Hourihane's men have the quality – those early goals proved as much – but the mentality of seeing games out professionally remains frustratingly elusive. Three points against a struggling Exeter side keeps us ticking along nicely, but we'll need to show more killer instinct if we're serious about gatecrashing the play-off party. The talent's there, the foundations look solid enough, but football's littered with sides who could do it for twenty minutes rather than ninety. Here's hoping today's early swagger becomes the template rather than the exception.

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Welcome back to a huge episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by former Spurs, Real Madrid and Wales star Gareth Bale for a fascinating look back at his incredible career. We dive into the reality of playing for Real Madrid, the pressure that comes with the badge and what it was really like sharing a dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo & Co. under Zinedine Zidane. And yes, the golf debate makes an appearance too. Bale also reflects on his rise to superstardom at Tottenham, revealing that a move to Manchester United was on the table not once, but twice. From Champions League glory to leading Wales on the international stage, he opens up on the highs, the scrutiny and life after football, including his spell in MLS and what keeps him busy now. Who is the greatest Welsh footballer of all time? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Heineken. Enjoy Heineken responsibly. For the facts about alcohol, visit https://wwww.bedrinkaware.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com 00:00 Intro 09:37 Real Madrid Spotlight 26:02 Ronaldo’s Relentless Drive 38:33 Spurs Breakthrough and Career Choices 50:27 Spurs’ Current Troubles 54:51 United Links 57:31 Wales 01:13:31 Retirement and Life After 01:25:20 Quickfire Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. This week, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright dive into a title race that’s getting tighter by the week. With Arsenal and Manchester City going head to head at the top, how is Wrighty feeling heading into the run-in, and who does the team back to lift the league in May? We look back at a huge North London Derby, as Arsenal got the better of Spurs, while Viktor Gyökeres continues his strong form. Benjamin Šeško was at it again too, coming off the bench for Manchester United as the super sub. The team break down both strikers’ impact and how crucial they could be in the final stretch of the season. Super 6 returns ahead of another busy week of fixtures, and Gary tests the panel on the top five Premier League goalscorers from different nations with the Premier League Companion powered by Microsoft Copilot. We’re also joined by Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez, who reflects on his squad ahead of the World Cup and discusses Cristiano Ronaldo’s role as the tournament approaches. Gyökeres or Šeško, who are you taking? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode. 00:00 Intro 08:03 Viktor Gyökeres 19:41 Sesko and United Attack 21:49 Tottenham Relegation Worries 34:59 PL Companion by Microsoft Copilot 39:06 Super 6 51:43 Roberto Martinez and Portugal 53:11 Bruno Fernandes 01:00:08 Cristiano Ronaldo 01:17:14 Community Questions This episode is sponsored by Microsoft Copilot as part of their partnership with the Premier League. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Heineken. Enjoy Heineken responsibly. For the facts about alcohol, visit https://wwww.bedrinkaware.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/247200/fan_mail/new) 🎙️ Episode 122: Coach’s Voice (Episode 1) Episode 122 marks the launch of our brand-new Coach’s Voice series — where the conversation starts with you. In this first edition, Scott and Ray respond to four thought-provoking questions sent in by coaches who listen to the podcast. These are real challenges from real environments, and the discussion is honest, practical, and grounded in lived coaching experience. This episode is less about theory — and more about the realities of coaching in today’s game. 🗣️ The four questions discussed: ⚽ 1. The Match Day Environment How do we create a match day atmosphere that supports development rather than fear? Scott and Ray explore the role of the coach on game day, emotional tone, parent behaviour, and how match day can either reinforce or undo the work done during the week. 💭 2. Building (and Protecting) Player Confidence What does confidence really mean in young players — and how easily can we damage it? The conversation explores the difference between praise and belief, the impact of language, and why confidence is often built through challenge, not comfort. 🎯 3. Over-Coaching Are we saying too much? Scott and Ray reflect on the temptation to control every moment, the dangers of constant instruction, and why silence can sometimes be the most powerful intervention a coach can make. 🧩 4. Tactics & Structure vs Freedom & Creativity How much structure is too much? Where is the balance between giving players a framework and allowing them to solve problems? The discussion dives into whether rigid tactical systems can unintentionally limit game intelligence — and how coaches can design structure that still allows expression. Throughout the episode, Scott and Ray share practical examples from their own environments, challenge common coaching habits, and encourage deeper reflection on how our behaviours shape player experience. This is an episode designed to make you think about how you show up — on the grass, on the sideline, and in your communication. 🎧 Coach’s Voice – Get Involved Coach’s Voice episodes are driven by you. We invite coaches to: • Send in a voice note (up to 2 minutes) sharing a question, dilemma, idea, or opinion • Be reflective, honest, even challenging • Help shape future episodes of the podcast Selected submissions will be played on the show and used as the starting point for discussion. A couple of simple guidelines: • Please don’t use player names • If discussing sensitive topics, avoid naming clubs • If you’d rather not record audio, you can email your question instead 📩 Send voice notes or emails to: [email protected] Thanks for listening — and if one of these questions resonated with you, share the episode with a fellow coach. Your voice matters. This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly. Established since 2006, Soccer Coach Weekly is a leading source of inspiration and advice for all grassroots coaches. Join thousands of youth soccer coaches, just like you, saving time and effort in their goal of having the most effective, enjoyable and successful coaching journey for them and their players. – https://www.soccercoachweekly.net/ Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoyed the episode!

🎙️ Episode 122: Coach’s Voice (Episode 1) Episode 122 marks the launch of our brand-new Coach’s Voice series — where the conversation starts with you. In this first edition, Scott and Ray respond to four thought-provoking questions sent in by coaches who listen to the podcast. These are real challenges from real environments, and the discussion is honest, practical, and grounded in lived coaching experience. This episode is less about theory — and more about the realities of coaching in today’s game. 🗣️ The four questions discussed: ⚽ 1. The Match Day Environment How do we create a match day atmosphere that supports development rather than fear? Scott and Ray explore the role of the coach on game day, emotional tone, parent behaviour, and how match day can either reinforce or undo the work done during the week. 💭 2. Building (and Protecting) Player Confidence What does confidence really mean in young players — and how easily can we damage it? The conversation explores the difference between praise and belief, the impact of language, and why confidence is often built through challenge, not comfort. 🎯 3. Over-Coaching Are we saying too much? Scott and Ray reflect on the temptation to control every moment, the dangers of constant instruction, and why silence can sometimes be the most powerful intervention a coach can make. 🧩 4. Tactics & Structure vs Freedom & Creativity How much structure is too much? Where is the balance between giving players a framework and allowing them to solve problems? The discussion dives into whether rigid tactical systems can unintentionally limit game intelligence — and how coaches can design structure that still allows expression. Throughout the episode, Scott and Ray share practical examples from their own environments, challenge common coaching habits, and encourage deeper reflection on how our behaviours shape player experience. This is an episode designed to make you think about how you show up — on the grass, on the sideline, and in your communication. 🎧 Coach’s Voice – Get Involved Coach’s Voice episodes are driven by you. We invite coaches to: Send in a voice note (up to 2 minutes) sharing a question, dilemma, idea, or opinion Be reflective, honest, even challenging Help shape future episodes of the podcast Selected submissions will be played on the show and used as the starting point for discussion. A couple of simple guidelines: Please don’t use player names If discussing sensitive topics, avoid naming clubs If you’d rather not record audio, you can email your question instead 📩 Send voice notes or emails to: [email protected] Thanks for listening — and if one of these questions resonated with you, share the episode with a fellow coach. Your voice matters. This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly. Established since 2006, Soccer Coach Weekly is a leading source of inspiration and advice for all grassroots coaches. Join thousands of youth soccer coaches, just like you, saving time and effort in their goal of having the most effective, enjoyable and successful coaching journey for them and their players. – https://www.soccercoachweekly.net/ Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoyed the episode!

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 122: Coach’s Voice (Episode 1) Episode 122 marks the launch of our brand-new Coach’s Voice series — where the conversation starts with you. In this first edition, Scott and Ray respond to four thought-provoking questions sent in by coaches who listen to the podcast. These are real challenges from real environments, and the discussion is honest, practical, and grounded in lived coaching experience. This episode is less about theory — and more about the realities of ...

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. After last week’s blockbuster episode, Ange Postecoglou returns to join Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright for a deeper look at his life in and out of football. Ange reflects on his upbringing in Australia after his family moved from Greece, how that shaped him, and where his love for the game truly began. The conversation then turns to his coaching journey, from developing his bold tactical identity at Tottenham to his short spell at Nottingham Forest. Does he regret taking the job at the City Ground, and would he make the same decision again? We also revisit his time at Spurs, including winning the Europa League against Manchester United, managing top players like Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero, and how he views both the highs and the setbacks. Celtic, VAR and what comes next in his career are all up for discussion, as well as his view that the Manchester United job is “the hardest in football”. What club would you like to see Ange manage next? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap This episode is sponsored by Sky Bet’s Super 6. Visit super6.skysports.com for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply: https://super6.skysports.com/terms Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com 00:00 - Intro 03:49 - Press Conferences & Media Criticism 15:08 - Ange’s Upbringing in Australia 34:27 - Building his System 42:51 - Forest Job and Regrets 1:06:15 - Spurs Reflection 1:17:29 - Ange’s Problems with the Game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Scott Specht for the 2026 Over/Under Predictions and also cover the final two Coachella preseason matches. Other questions and topics include: - Support Jessica Luther's podcast, Burn It All Down - DeBÍ MaRCAR MáS GOLeS - How did Austin attack at Coachella? - Rotating positions and counter-pressing - Is Rosales really playing right wing? - Landon gets mad about jerseys for a while - Rank all the MLS jerseys here - Another INTL slot traded and what ...

It was a good day for Newcastle as they beat Villa in the 4th Round of the FA Cup, but the headlines were stolen by a staggering display from the officials at Villa Park. With no VAR in operation, the big question is unavoidable: have referees become too reliant on technology? Is VAR the worst thing ever introduced to the game? There was magic in the cup as Mansfield Town stunned Burnley to reach the Fifth Round of the FA Cup for the first time since 1975. The guys question Scott Parker’s decision to make nine changes for the Clarets. Plus, Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards debate whether Dominik Szoboszlai truly deserves the “world class” tag. And the big question… Gary, Alan or Harry Kane? The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. Sign up and use the referral code FOOTBALL and you could win a 1990 England shirt signed by the hosts of The Rest Is Football. Visit https://www.fuseenergy.com/football for terms and conditions. Visit squarespace.com/football to save 10% off your first purchase of a website/domain. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com. https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob Jones is joined by Jacqui Oatley, Jonathan Northcroft and Julien Laurens to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We kick off with Newcastle’s 3-1 win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup. Is Jonathan harsh to suggest the refereeing decisions in this game were some of the worst you’ll see? Next to Murrayfield, where a rejuvenated Scotland swept England aside with a 31-20 Calcutta Cup win, leaving any grand slam hopes for Steve Borthwick’s side gone. Also, we look at Manchester City’s 2–0 win over Salford, and we assess Phil Foden’s performance, considering whether he’s done enough to secure his place in the World Cup squad this summer. Then, Nottingham Forest: four managers in one season. We unpack Marinakis’ trigger-happy approach and the chaos of constantly changing managerial styles. Finally, Mansfield’s memorable night at Turf Moor, coming from behind to defeat Burnley. We examine Scott Parker’s controversial team changes and discuss what this result means for the Burnley manager moving forward. Sunday Supplement is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/sunday-supplement You can listen to Sunday Supplement on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Sunday Supplement". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities or to get in touch email: [email protected]

Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/247200/fan_mail/new) 🎙️ Episode 121: Coaching Gen Z and Gen Alpha Players – A Focus on Mindset Episode 121 marks the first episode co-hosted by Scott Mowberry and Ray Power, launching a new collaborative chapter for The Soccer Coaching Podcast. For this episode, Scott and Ray are joined by Phil Phillipou to explore the challenges and opportunities of coaching Gen Z and Gen Alpha players, with a particular focus on mindset. As the game continues to evolve, so do the players we coach. This conversation dives into how today’s young players think, learn, communicate, and respond to pressure — and what that means for coaches working in modern football environments. 🧠 Key themes discussed include: • Understanding the mindset traits of Gen Z and Gen Alpha players • How social media, culture, and modern life influence young footballers • Why traditional coaching approaches don’t always land with today’s players • Creating environments that support confidence, resilience, and self-belief • Practical strategies coaches can use to connect, challenge, and support players • The balance between standards, empathy, and accountability Phil brings a psychology-informed perspective grounded in real-world coaching and athlete development, offering practical insight that coaches can apply immediately — whether they’re working in grassroots football, academies, or performance environments. 📘 About the guest Phil is the author of Inspiring Young Minds: The Psychology Mastery for Young Footballers, a book designed to help young players develop strong psychological foundations alongside their football ability. 🔗 Book link: https://www.amazon.com/Inspiring-Young-Minds-Mastery-Footballers/dp/B0FN79FKV9 📲 Connect with Phil: • Instagram: @mindsightsport • LinkedIn: Phil Phillipou Phils Webinar & Discount Code- https://www.tickettailor.com/events/raypowercoacheducation/2029162 The discount is PHIL10 🎧 Coach’s Voice – get involved As part of this new phase of the podcast, we’re introducing Coach’s Voice episodes — and we want to hear from you. Coaches are invited to: • Send in a voice note (up to 2 minutes) sharing a question, idea, experience, or viewpoint • Be as individual, reflective, or even controversial as you like Selected submissions will be played on the podcast and used as the starting point for discussion with Scott and Ray. A couple of simple guidelines: • Please don’t use player names • If your topic is controversial, avoid naming clubs • If you prefer not to record audio, you can email your thoughts instead 📩 Send voice notes or emails to: [email protected] This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly. Established since 2006, Soccer Coach Weekly is a leading source of inspiration and advice for all grassroots coaches. Join thousands of youth soccer coaches, just like you, saving time and effort in their goal of having the most effective, enjoyable and successful coaching journey for them and their players. – https://www.soccercoachweekly.net/ Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoyed the episode!

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 121: Coaching Gen Z and Gen Alpha Players – A Focus on Mindset Episode 121 marks the first episode co-hosted by Scott Mowberry and Ray Power, launching a new collaborative chapter for The Soccer Coaching Podcast. For this episode, Scott and Ray are joined by Phil Phillipou to explore the challenges and opportunities of coaching Gen Z and Gen Alpha players, with a particular focus on mindset. As the game continues to evolve, so do the players we coach. This conversa...

Gordon Duncan is joined by Hugh Keevins & Scott Allan as they react to the news that former Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlin is set to have a medical at Celtic, there's also talk of the Celtic fan boycott, Danny Röhl's comments about fans booing and we look ahead to a busy weekend of Scottish Cup fixtures. Plus Beat The Pundit & The Full Time Teaser 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen/ 📞 Phone the show on: 0141 951 1025 Clyde 1 Superscoreboard on Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Clyde 1 Superscoreboard on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb Clyde 1 Superscoreboard on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Clyde 1 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/