The Athletic FC Podcast

Paris Saint-Germain are through to a second successive Champions League final.

Luis Enrique will be aiming to win his third European Cup as a manager.

So, is he PSG’s biggest star?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Seb Stafford-Bloor and Tom Williams
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe
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Arsenal are into their first Champions League final in 20 years after beating Atletico Madrid.

Mikel Arteta’s side are on the brink of a historic double.

So can they get it over the line?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: James Horncastle, Art de Roche
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Guy Clarke, Nick Thomson
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It’s advantage Arsenal in the title race after Man City’s slip-up at Everton.

The Gunners are five points clear with three to play

So… have City thrown it all away?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Jack Pitt Brooke, Jay Harris, Sam Lee
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Guy Clarke, Nick Thomson
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Manchester United have confirmed their place in next season's Champions League.

So, what do the club need to handle being back amongst Europe’s elite?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Adam Crafton & Laurie Whitwell
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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This summer's World Cup in North America is the biggest in size and scale and now, arguably, the most controversial. The tournament kicks off in less than 40 days. Co-hosts USA remain at war with Iran, with fellow Middle East participants and historic allies drawn into the conflict - and FIFA caught in the middle. Travel bans, political protests and fears over ICE guarantee a turbulent countdown.

This special episode of The Athletic FC hears from players, coaches, fans, regional experts and human rights advocates on the geopolitical backdrop to World Cup 2026.

Presenter: Adam Leventhal
Producer: Paul Iliffe
Audio from: AP, BBC, The Guardian, Reuters, FIFA, England Records, beIN, C-SPAN
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