The Athletic FC Podcast

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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Brentford are in the running to secure European football for the first time in the club’s history.

On this special episode of The Athletic FC Podcast, we’ll be bringing you an interview with head coach Keith Andrews, discussing his transition from set-piece coach to Premier League manager and the journey that led him to this point.

The interview took place in Gunnersbury Park where Brentford's Community Sports Trust were putting on an event, in conjunction with new front of shirt sponsor Indeed, at their Clubhouse Cafe a social impact and community-led space that opened in September 2025.

Ayo is joined by The Athletic's Oli Kay & Caoimhe O'Neill to reflect on the occasion, and discuss the incredible work Brentford FC do in the local community.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Oli Kay & Caoimhe O’Neill
Featuring: Keith Andrews & Caoimhin Kelleher
Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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