Episodes

  • Who are the Premier League's most powerful figures?
    Mar 24 2026

    From players and managers to executives and owners, the Premier League is made up of some big personalities.


    But who are the most influential?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    With: Matt Slater and Carl Anka

    Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

    Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe


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    42 mins
  • Does Pep still have the edge over Arteta?
    Mar 23 2026

    Manchester City claimed the first silverware of the season, thanks to a Nico O’Reilly brace.


    For Arsenal it was another opportunity missed, but what impact will it have on the title race?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    With: Adam Crafton & Art de Roché

    Executive Producers: Guy Clarke & Adey Moorhead

    Producer: Jay Beale

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    39 mins
  • Who are the Champions League favourites after the last 16?
    Mar 22 2026

    On this episode of The Athletic FC Tactics podcast, the panel discuss an enthralling round of Champions League Round of 16 ties.


    From Premier League struggles and Pep Guardiola’s European record, to how good Bayern and Madrid really are.


    Host: Michael Bailey

    Guests: Michael Cox, Mark Carey & Duncan Alexander

    Producer: Mike Stavrou

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    36 mins
  • Gabriel Jesus interview: Arteta vs Guardiola, Arsenal's title race & more
    Mar 21 2026

    Ahead of the Carabao Cup final, Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus sits down with The Athletic FC for an exclusive interview.


    In conversation with Mario Cortegana Santos and Jack Lang, they get into how his move to Arsenal came about, the team’s mentality after three consecutive 2nd places finishes and how they’re coping with the current title race.


    Plus, the narrative around set pieces, the differences between Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta, his love for R9 and much more.


    Hosts: Mario Cortegana Santos & Jack Lang

    Guest: Gabriel Jesus

    Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead

    Producers: Jay Beale & Rachael Tinde

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    34 mins
  • The Preview: Arsenal vs Man City
    Mar 20 2026

    Arsenal and Manchester City take to Wembley for the Carabao Cup final.


    Will Arsenal pick up their first major trophy since 2020, or will Pep Guardiola get his hands on his fifth League Cup with the Citizens?


    Host: Matt Davies-Adams

    Guests: Tim Spiers & Cerys Jones

    Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

    Producers: Jay Beale & John Rogers


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    47 mins
  • Does Chelsea's punishment fit the crime?
    Mar 19 2026

    Chelsea have been fined more than £10m and handed a suspended transfer ban for making secret payments in relation to transfers.


    So does the punishment fit the crime?


    And what precedent does this for future cases such as the 115 charges Manchester City face?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    With: Matt Slater and Simon Johnson

    Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

    Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe

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    34 mins
  • Is Rosenior losing the Chelsea fans already?
    Mar 18 2026

    Chelsea are out of the Champions League after an 8-2 humbling at the hands of PSG.


    So where does such a damaging defeat leave head coach Liam Rosenior?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    Guests: James Allcott, Jack Pitt-Brooke, Jay Harris

    Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

    Producers: Mike Stavrou & Paul Iliffe

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    34 mins
  • Will Newcastle ever be an elite club?
    Mar 17 2026

    With 12 wins, six draws and 12 defeats in the Premier League - Newcastle have been struggling to find consistency this season.


    So a year on from their historic Carabao Cup win at Wembley - are Eddie Howe’s side actually progressing?


    Host: Ayo Akinwolere

    Guests: Jacob Whitehead & George Caulkin

    Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

    Producers: Mike Stavrou & Nick Thomson

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    35 mins