Eddie Howe

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Spurs finally decided to get rid of Thomas Frank whilst Manchester United's winning run is halted. Tottenham sack Thomas Frank just 11 days before the North London derby, with Spurs 16th and winless in eight league games. Robbie Keane emerges as a potential successor as Spurs begin the search for a new manager. Newcastle ease the pressure on Eddie Howe with a rare away win, beating Spurs 2-1. Manchester United rescued by a 96th-minute Benjamin Sesko equaliser at West Ham to extend their unbeaten run under Michael Carrick. Chelsea throw away a two-goal lead against Leeds at Stamford Bridge, with Cole Palmer missing a late chance to win it. Bournemouth come from behind to beat Everton, with Jake O’Brien sent off for the Toffees. Full preview of tonight’s Premier League action, including Liverpool’s trip to Sunderland and Manchester City hosting Fulham. Irish focus with Kevin Kilbane on Seamus Coleman’s Everton legacy and the latest from Outside The Box. Hearts win a dramatic Edinburgh derby to go six points clear in the Scottish Premiership, while Celtic and Rangers continue their pursuit. Roberto De Zerbi leaves Marseille by mutual consent after mounting pressure in Ligue 1. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the fallout from Manchester City's win at Anfield over Liverpool, plus Stephen Kenny and Alan Reynolds react to yesterday's draw in the League of Ireland between Bohemians and St. Patricks Athletic, and there is news on Evan Ferguson. Manchester City beat Liverpool at Anfield for the first time in the league under Pep Guardiola — with fans present — to keep pressure on Arsenal Dominik Szoboszlai’s stunning late free kick puts Liverpool ahead before late drama swings it City’s way Erling Haaland delivers at the crucial moment from the penalty spot after a nervy wait VAR controversy dominates the closing stages, with a red card for Szoboszlai and a City goal ruled out Pep Guardiola insists the title race is far from over as City close the gap at the top Arne Slot reflects on another league defeat for Liverpool but maintains belief in his side’s progress Analysis of Marc Guehi and Gianluigi Donnarumma’s influence for City, plus reaction from the Sunday Kickback team Crystal Palace claim a vital M23 derby win over Brighton as pressure mounts on Fabian Hürzeler Eddie Howe defends his position at Newcastle after another damaging Premier League defeat Bohemians and St Patrick’s Athletic play out a goalless Dublin derby at the Aviva Stadium Roma boss Gian Piero Gasperini opens up on Evan Ferguson’s ongoing ankle problems and mental toll Relegation worries deepen for Sheffield Wednesday as their historic winless run continues in the Championship. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Rob Jones is joined by James Olley, Charlie Wyett and Dan Kilpatrick to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We kick off at Old Trafford as Manchester United cruise to a 2–0 win over Tottenham. A first-half Romero red card flips the game on its head for Thomas Frank’s side — and it leaves us asking: how much longer can Carrick be overlooked as a permanent manager? Next to Newcastle, and after a 3-2 loss at home to Brentford, we ask what’s going wrong for Eddie Howe’s side? Finally, we discuss reports linking Mo Salah with a move to Saudi Arabia, and ask how realistic it is that he could become the league’s new face in the near future.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Czech camp ahead of next month's playoff with Ireland, plus Manchester City secure their spot in the EFL Cup final with a dominant 5–1 aggregate victory over Newcastle, setting up a Wembley showdown with Arsenal. Omar Marmoush’s first-half brace and a Tijani Reijnders goal put City firmly in control in the second leg, despite a late Anthony Elanga consolation for Newcastle. Pep Guardiola praises his side’s performance and questions why new January signing Marc Guehi is currently ineligible for the final. Newcastle’s trophy defence ends, with Eddie Howe admitting missed chances proved costly but insisting there’s still plenty to fight for this season. Liverpool boss Arne Slot highlights the signing of France U21 defender Jeremy Jacquet as part of the club’s long-term recruitment model. The League of Ireland returns, headlined by champions Shamrock Rovers hosting Dundalk with live commentary on Newstalk and GoLoud. The LOI Pod returns for the new season, debating Shamrock Rovers’ defensive depth ahead of the campaign. Dion Fanning discusses Czechia boss Miroslav Koubek’s “island team” comments about Ireland ahead of their World Cup playoff. Rangers continue their strong run with a 5–1 win over Kilmarnock, closing the gap on Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts. Rangers manager Danny Rohl reflects on the club’s momentum since his arrival and their surge up the table. Newell’s Old Boys confirm plans to try to bring Lionel Messi back to his boyhood club in 2027 amid uncertainty over his long-term future. Former Chelsea and Everton midfielder Pat Nevin joins Off The Ball Breakfast to reflect on football nostalgia and how the modern game compares to the past. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sam Dalling and Dan Bardell as Manchester City comfortably set up a League Cup final against Arsenal after a 5-1 aggregate win over Newcastle. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of Arsenal's win over Chelsea, plus Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola speaks out on issues in Palestine and Ukraine. Arsenal book their place in the EFL Cup final, seeing off Chelsea 4–2 on aggregate at the Emirates Mikel Arteta reflects on the boost of reaching the club’s first major final in six years Kai Havertz delivers the decisive goal against his former club as Chelsea’s approach is debated Manchester City look to finish the job against Newcastle, holding a 2–0 lead ahead of the semi-final second leg Pep Guardiola says City are close to clicking again — and faces questions on his long-term legacy Newcastle boss Eddie Howe insists belief is key as his side chase a comeback Troy Parrott stars for AZ Alkmaar, assisting and scoring to reach the Dutch Cup semi-finals on his birthday Thousands of Irish fans miss out on tickets for the World Cup play-off in Prague as demand far outstrips supply Scottish Premiership drama as Hearts, Celtic and Rangers react to discipline issues, deadline-day deals and title pressure Pep Guardiola speaks candidly on Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan, saying he’s “hurt” by the human cost of conflict Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge final night of Champions League action. Pep Guardiola on his top 8 ambitions. Mikel Arteta on not panicking. Christian Norgaard on lack of appearances at the Gunners. Thomas Frank on the Champions League run. Eddie Howe on Newcastle injury worries. Luis Enrique on PSG revenge. Liam Rosenior on the Cole Palmer links to Manchester United. Antonio Conte on the differences between Chelsea and Napoli. Should more football be played in the summer? Owen Elding's transfer to Hibernian. And Denise O'Sullivan on leaving the US for Liverpool. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester United shock Arsenal to move into the top 4 of the Premier League. Glorious Matheus Cunha strike. Patrick Dorgu's thunderbolt. Arsenal's goal-scoring worries. Arteta on the pressure of the Arsenal crowd. Michael Carrick on a whirlwind few weeks. Roy Keane on who should be in the United hot-seat full time. Patrick Vieira on Arsenal's title credentials. Martin O'Neill on a strong Celtic showing. Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes' fitness and his hopeful comeback. Unai Emery on chasing Manchester City and Arsenal. A good day for Nottingham Forest. David Moyes on the striking options at Everton. And Evan Ferguson an unused substitute for Roma in their draw with AC Milan. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Evan Ferguson puts in a strong showing for Roma in the Europa League. Will Ferguson stay in the Italian capital? Martin O'Neill on a strong Celtic showing. Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes' fitness. Unai Emery on chasing the Europa League dream. A miserable night for Nottingham Forest. Nuno on Lucas Paquetá future. Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros keep fighting in the Europa League. And Trinity Rodman breaks records. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Liverpool record a big win away in France against Marseille, and Newcastle and Chelsea take leaps towards the next round. Arne Slot on Liverpool luck. Taking on Jamie Carragher. Eddie Howe on the PSG challenge. Liam Rosenior on a tough night for Chelsea against Pafos. Bayern's Kane just keeps on scoring. Celtic have a huge European night ahead of them in Italy. Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros take on Panathanaikos. And FIFA's relationship with Donald Trump. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester City suffer a shock defeat to Bodo/Glimt in the Arctic. Pep's City day coming to an end? Has he changed his philosophy? Spurs' Thomas Frank brings the positive vibes. Mikel Arteta on his Arsenal mentality monsters. PSG shocked in Lisbon. Mo Salah returns to Liverpool. Eddie Howe on the Bobby Robson influence. Liam Rosenior not taking Pafos FC for granted. Michael Obafemi moves back to England. And where should Michael Noonan end up? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

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

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Off The Ball and the League of Ireland increase their rights to broadcast games on national radio in a 3-year deal. Shamrock Rovers take on Dundalk in the opening game. Pep fumes over VAR decision. Eddie Howe says his side aren't out of things just yet. Liam Rosenior praises Mikel Arteta's Arsenal. Arteta wants to build a winning mentality. Michael Carrick is in the United hotseat. Evan Ferguson faces competition for Roma staring spot. And AFCON final set to to be decided. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester United get set to name Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of the season. Michael Carrick set to include a former Chelsea and England assistant coach in his backroom staff. Conor Hourihane on the lack of Liverpool respect. Arne Slot says that he will speak with Dominik Szoboszlai. Pep Guardiola on the test that Eddie Howe and Newcastle will bring. Howe wants to bring a positive result to the second leg of their EFL Cup semi-final. Positive news for Evan Ferguson? Xabi Alonso gets the road from Real Madrid, but why was it never going to work? And Jonathan Wilson on the Salah-Mane match-up at AFCON. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge weekend of FA Cup third round action, plus there is a look back at last night's stalemate between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates. Mikel Arteta happy to get through this Christmas schedule in the position that they are in, and also defends his player Gabriel Martinelli for his antics. Arne Slot feels that his side could have won the game. Keith Andrews warns clubs to not make a move for his in-form striker. Who will Manchester United pick to be their next manager, and why does Roy Keane say it should be Eddie Howe. Thomas Frank backs his captain Cristian Romero. Ireland centre-half Andrew Omobamidele on the impact of Liam Rosenior at Strasbourg. And Jimmy Dunne is the man at QPR. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by David Walker and Nick Miller. On the agenda: a whistle-stop tour of the media reaction to Chelsea and Manchester United's managerial upheaval, the Premier League finally unleashes its video archive, Eddie Howe queries the "onslaught" threshold, some quintessential West Hamming, some unprecedented co-commentary homework, hyperlocal derby technicalities, and Richard Keys kicking off his 2026 with an absolute bang. Sign up for Dreamland, the new members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive new show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo assembles Benji Lanyado, Jay Harris and Duncan Alexander for a feast of footballing chatter ahead of an enticing MD17 in the Premier League. We begin with events in the three midweek League Cup quarter-final ties - which saw Chelsea, Manchester City and Newcastle progress to the semi's, soon to be joined by either Arsenal or Crystal Palace. There was Cherki's outrageous strike, Garnacho showing his class - and more injury woes for Eddie Howe to navigate. Then it's full steam ahead with the weekend's PL action. How will Manchester United fare at form side Aston Villa after their bonkers 4-4 draw with Bournemouth on Monday night? Can the Gunners arrest their poor away form when they make the trip to take on Everton on Saturday evening? And will Tottenham v Liverpool live up to its chaotic and free-scoring reputation?! We get ourselves tied in xG knots, discover shocking connections to supermodels - and rank elite bazaars. Produced by Charlie Jones and Lucy Oliva. Take part in the Totally survey and share your thoughts! Get tickets to the Totally Live at Leicester Square Theatre! Get yourself a copy of 'The Soccer 100' - the perfect Christmas present RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Hellos, top tier Christmas presents - and a big Peter Odemwingie shirt update (00.45) • PART 1b: League Cup QFs round up (07.15) • PART 2a: Premier League MD17 fixtures rundown (19.10) • PART 2b: Aston Villa v Manchester United preview (20.30) • PART 3a: Manchester City v West Ham preview (31.00) • PART 3b: Everton v Arsenal preview (33.10) • PART 4a: PSG win the Intercontinental Cup, UWCL knockouts await & Celtic's plight (36.40) • PART 4b: Tottenham v Liverpool preview (40.05) • PART 4c: Brighton v Sunderland preview (48.15) • PART 5a: The battle down at the bottom (51.15) • PART 5b: Looking forward to AFCON (59.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunderland make it seven wins from seven as they beat fierce local rivals Newcastle in the derby. Are Eddie Howe’s problems growing as he tries to fit Nick Woltemade into Newcastle’s established system, and do they lack the energy that drove last season’s success? Manchester City look like they’re finally back — but just how much of that revival is down to the man in form, Phil F***ing Foden**? Enzo Maresca raises eyebrows with a cryptic post-match interview that hints at a lack of backing from the ownership. Is support behind the scenes starting to crack? Plus, Gary, Alan and Micah debate Arsenal’s struggles to break down low blocks and ask whether the Gunners have become too reliant on Bukayo Saka The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/football.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

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from the night's Premier League action, including Erling Haaland's record-shattering goal. Pep Guardiola praises the big Norwegian number 9. Eddie Howe rues Newcastle performance. Everton's David Moyes on the Jack Grealish revival. Unai Emery on Aston Villa's goalscoring woe. Barcelona go top of La Liga. And why did Lucas Paquetá react the way he did. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of the night's Premier League action, plus how are the Irish players faring in the UK and the continent. Thomas Frank says fan certain elements of fan criticism is unacceptable. Eddie Howe wants to keep the good times going for Newcastle. Everton's David Moyes on the weekend's reality check. Andoni Iraola on a bad spell at AFC Bournemouth. Pep Guardiola wants Phil Foden to commit to his boyhood club. Marco Silva tells Fulham to beware of City sting. Andre Onana's 2025 goes from very bad to awful. Could Aaron Connolly join Evan Ferguson and Troy Parrott in the Ireland squad next March? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join