Football Writers Podcast

Mike Calvin, John Cross and David Preece discuss Arsenal's managerial options and look ahead to the midweek Premier League fixtures as Jose Mourinho returns to Old Trafford.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adrian Clarke and Dominic Fifield join Mike Calvin to discuss Tottenham's decision to replace Mauricio Pochettino with José Mourinho, and how the future looks for the North London club with the 'Humble One' at the helm.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Andy Dillon look ahead to the London derby between West Ham and Spurs this weekend with both managers under pressure. The panel also assess England’s final Euro 2020 qualifiers and look at the club sides benefiting from the England setup.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin is joined on the women’s football podcast by journalist Anne Marie Batson, Sophie Downey, of Girls On the Ball and former England and Arsenal captain Faye White.After England’s defeat to Germany on Saturday, is Phil Neville’s tenure under threat? As Spurs play host to Arsenal at White Hart Lane, what can we expect from the big showpiece this weekend? Who can win the Champions League? Also 750 pubs across UK will be showcasing a feast of women’s football on BT Sport this weekend as this podcast was brought to you from London’s Red Lioness in Liverpool Street.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Dave Kidd, and Tom Hopkinson discuss Liverpool's triumph over Man City and its implications for the title. They also talk about what Leicester's win over Arsenal means for the managers of both clubs and whether we will see a sacking during the coming International Break.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ahead of a big week for England, Mike Calvin is joined by Molly Hudson, Glenn Moore and Anne-Marie Batson. 90,000 fans are expected to descend on Wembley to watch the Lionesses take on Germany on Saturday, but is our nations team in the best form possible to make the most of the opportunity?The four also discuss the upcoming Champions League draw, will anyone bring down favourites Lyon? And over in the Women’s Super League – how does it compare to similar leagues around the world and is enough being done to prevent and manage injuries amongst our top players?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Daniel Storey and Alyson Rudd join Mike Calvin to discuss this week's top of the table clash between Liverpool and Manchester City. Will Liverpool's relentlessness see them add another three points at Anfield to extend their title chances?The three also talk about VAR, how long it will take to perfect and if it's really worth the wait. And, ahead of another week in Europe, how will our English teams fare? Chelsea are seemingly on a trajectory, but can Tottenham and Manchester Utd improve moods around their clubs.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

John Cross of the Daily Mirror and Tony Hodson of The Coaches' Voice join Mike Calvin to cast their eye over the weekend of football. Is it Granit Xhaka, the fans or Unai Emery, who should take the blame for what happened at Emirates Stadium on Saturday? On the opposite side of the spectrum, Chelsea are flying under Frank Lampard. Should Arsenal follow the Blues' example and appoint a legendary player at the helm?Liverpool continue to impress, but with Mo Salah being substituted with an ankle injury, do the Reds have the squad to cover? Their title rivals Manchester City kept up the pace with Raheem Sterling continuing his fine form...form which our team believe could take him to the Ballon d'Or.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Adrian Clarke consider Mauricio Pochettino's future at Tottenham, reflect on more VAR drama in the Premier League and look ahead to this week's Champions League action.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Michael Calvin is joined by The Athletic's Dominic Fifield and football writer and broadcaster Daniel Storey. What next for Jose Mourinho? Can Liverpool make it 18 wins in a row at Old Trafford on Sunday? Is playing for an unfashionable club a detriment to international opportunities? Have Leicester got enough strength in depth to mount a top six bid?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Michael Calvin is joined by Darren Lewis from the Daily Mirror and Chief football writer at the Independent in Miguel Delaney.The guys discuss the damage of defeats for Manchester United and Tottenham to Newcastle and Brighton respectively. Is the title race over? Is Sadio Mane regarded as one of the top three players in the world?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brazil head to Middlesbrough's Riverside Stadium on Saturday and a trip to Portugal awaits next Tuesday as England and manager Phil Neville look to get back to winning ways.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Michael Calvin is joined this week by debutant on the pod, Andy Dillon from The Sun and regular Adrian Clarke.The guys look ahead to a busy Champions League schedule with all eyes on under-pressure Mauricio Pochettino as Spurs face Bayern.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Tom Hopkinson and Daniel Storey reflect on damaging defeats for Tottenham, Manchester United and Everton and round up the rest of the Premier League action.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, John Cross and Seb Stafford-Bloor review Manchester City’s shock defeat at Norwich, Chelsea’s youthful resurgence and look ahead to the return of the Champions League.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Tony Evans and Dominic Fifield discuss Javi Gracia’s sacking at Watford, Liverpool's title chances, whether Chelsea are strong enough, Wolves' European commitments and which teams are at risk of relegation.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Daniel Storey, and Tony Hodson discuss the gulf between the league leaders and the rest, England's best right-back, and whether English football can avoid another Bury.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ahead of the most important season for women's football in living memory, Suzy Wrack, Rachel O'Sullivan and Kieran Theivam join Mike Calvin to consider whether Women's Super League clubs are ready to capitalise on the success of the Women's World Cup.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jonathan Northcroft and Alyson Rudd join Mike Calvin to discuss the future of Chelsea and Manchester United after both teams showed an act of faith by appointing club legends Frank Lampard and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to take the reins at Stamford Bridge and Old Trafford respectively, despite their little managerial experience.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Anne-Marie Batson, Molly Hudson and Rich Laverty debate whether England's World Cup performance should be considered a success or missed opportunity and discuss the evolution under Phil Neville.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.