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The Athletic FC Podcast

The Athletic FC Podcast

By: The Athletic
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 The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really happening - and why it matters.

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  • Will Man United's £200m striker spree fix their problems?

    Will Man United's £200m striker spree fix their problems?
    Aug 8 2025

    Manchester United have spent over £200m and counting.


    But after continuous false dawns, will they deliver this season?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    With: Andy Mitten & Mark Critchley

    Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

    Producer: Jay Beale

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    41 mins
  • Ornstein transfer latest: Sesko to Man Utd & what now for Isak?

    Ornstein transfer latest: Sesko to Man Utd & what now for Isak?
    Aug 6 2025

    We’re focusing on strikers today.


    In the latest twist to the transfer story of the summer - Benjamin Sesko looks to be on his way to Manchester United


    So what does this mean for Newcastle and their wantaway striker Alexander Isak?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    With: David Ornstein and Jacob Whitehead

    Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

    Producer: Mike Stavrou and Jay Beale

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    30 mins
  • Dowman & Ngumoha: Why young players are competing earlier

    Dowman & Ngumoha: Why young players are competing earlier
    Aug 4 2025

    15-year-old Max Dowman has been the talk of Arsenal’s pre-season and 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha has shone for Liverpool.


    But can either break into the first team and when is too soon to get excited?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    With: Stuart James and Jacob Tanswell

    Executive Producer: Abi Paterson

    Producer: Guy Clarke



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    43 mins
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