What now for Southgate & England?

The Athletic FC Podcast

07/15/24

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Spain are deservedly champions of Europe.

So why are England once again unable to take the final step?

And will it be Gareth Southgate’s final game as manager?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Oli Kay, David Ornstein, Pol Ballus

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producers: Guy Clarke & Jay Beale

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Is Lamine Yamal the heir to Messi's throne?

July 12, 2024

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43m

Lamine Yamal turns 17 the day before Spain’s Euro 2024 final against England and he’s already produced the moment of the tournament with his wonder goal in the semi-final win over France.

So how did he get so good so young?

And will his club side Barcelona be able to keep hold of him in the long term?

Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Pol Ballus, who is out in Germany covering Spain at Euro 2024 as well as La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan is analyse the rise of Lamine Yamal and look ahead to what could await him on his return to Barcelona.

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: Pol Ballus and Dermot Corrigan

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Are Premier League friendlies enough for U.S. fans?

July 31, 2024

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41m

Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool are just some of the teams in America during pre-season supposedly giving back to their fans abroad.

But is it enough? Do Premier League teams need to play competitive matches away from England to truly make this a global game?

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Adam Crafton to discuss the importance of pre-season tours in the US for Premier League clubs with the likes of James McNicholas, Laurie Whitwell, Sam Lee and James Pearce also sharing their views while on tour.

Iain Macintosh also catches up with supporters in LA to ask how willing supporters in the USA are to see the teams they support play overseas.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Adam Crafton

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.