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The Athletic FC Podcast
The Athletic's flagship football podcast - hosted by Adam Leventhal and Emma Paton - will be with you six days a week during the World Cup, bringing unrivalled analysis and colour from every single host city. Featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Adam Crafton, Matt Slater and James Horncastle, the...
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How do England stop Erling Haaland?
It’s Day 30 and France are into the semi-finals of the World Cup after a 2-0 victory over Morocco.
Adam Leventhal is joined in the studio by Lia...
FIFA, Trump and Balogun: The scandal that shook the World Cup
On Sunday, The Athletic broke the world exclusive that USA striker Folarin Balogun's ban for the USMNT's round of 16 tie against Belgium had been susp...
Argentina are inevitable + Ornstein on Man United transfers
Argentina are through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup after an incredible comeback win against Egypt.
Emma Paton is in the studio alongsi...
Was the USA's World Cup a success or failure?
The USMNT are out of the World Cup after defeat to Belgium.
While the Folarin Balogun situation dominated the build-up, the headlines centre aro...
England’s Azteca heroics + inside Trump’s Balogun call
England are through the quarter-final of the World Cup, following an instant classic in the Azteca against Mexico.
Emma Paton is joined by Art D...
How can England conquer the Azteca?
It’s Day 24 and our focus is fully on England’s trip to the Azteca to take on Mexico.
Adam Leventhal is joined by Cerys Jones and Liam Tharme to...
Portugal survive + why are Newcastle selling their best players?
Newcastle United are set to receive £100m for midfielder Sandro Tonali, but where does that leave their aspirations?
Adam Leventhal is joined by...
Can Kane keep saving England?
England left it late but got the job done, thanks to Harry Kane.
Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Carl Anka and Liam Twomey after Engl...
France look unstoppable + Spurs win Fernandes race
France's superstars continue to sparkle, as Kylian Mbappe's brace helped to see off Sweden 3-0 in at the MetLife.
Emma Paton is joined by Mark C...
Germany hit new low + Ornstein transfer latest
Four-time World Cup winners Germany are out. So too are the Netherlands and Japan after a dramatic day at the World Cup.
Emma Paton is alongside...
Which dark horse will go furthest at the World Cup?
Canada saw off South Africa as the knockout stages got underway at the World Cup, with some big games to come on Day 19.
Emma Paton is joined by...
Why are England struggling to convince?
Despite a 2-0 win over Panama with Jude Bellingham playing a crucial role, Thomas Tuchel's England still lack conviction.
Joining Adam Leventhal...
How did Man City win the Elliot Anderson race?
The transfer window is truly up and running as Manchester City have agreed a £116million deal to sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest - the mos...
Are Ancelotti's Brazil serious World Cup contenders?
Brazil broke Scottish hearts on day 14 at the World Cup, running out 3-0 winners to leave the Scots' hopes of securing qualification hanging by a thre...
Why were England so flat against Ghana?
The storylines keep on flowing at this summer’s World Cup, this time, the goals dried up for England in a 0-0 draw with Ghana in Group L.
Emma P...
Ornstein transfer latest: Tonali, Bergvall, Balogun
As the World Cup ticks over to Day 13, the summer transfer window is still making waves.
Emma Paton is joined in-studio by Mark Critchley and Ti...
Who is winning the World Cup so far?
With 121 goals scored across 40 games, the excitement just keeps coming at this summer's World Cup.
To dive into the latest action, Emma Paton i...
How far can Pochettino take the USA?
It’s Day 10 of the World Cup, and the USMNT are through to the knockouts after a 2-0 win over Australia.
Ian Irving is joined in-studio by Liam...
Ornstein transfer latest: Liverpool + Spurs make big moves
While all eyes are on the World Cup, the summer transfer window is also now beginning to hot up!
Ian Irving is joined in-studio by Jay Harris an...
Are England fun again + will Ronaldo ever be dropped?
England's World Cup started with an impressive 4-2 win over Croatia, with Harry Kane scoring twice.
Emma Paton is joined by Liam Twomey and Liam...
Messi outshines Mbappe and Haaland + why Amorim for Milan?
The stars have arrived at the World Cup!
After Kylian Mbappe became France's all time top scorer with a brace against Senegal, Lionel Messi did...
Spain stunned + inside England's preparations
Day five of the World Cup saw all four matches end in draws, including Cape Verde's shock 0-0 stalemate against European champions Spain.
Adam L...
Ornstein latest: Real Madrid sign Cucurella + Diomande lights up World Cup
Day four of the World Cup saw no fewer than 19 goals, while away from the tournament Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Marc Cucurella from Che...
USA's statement win + can Brazil lift a sixth World Cup?
Join Adam Leventhal, Art de Roché and Tim Spiers as they reflect on the USMNT's thrashing of Paraguay, before turning their attention to whether Carlo...
Will the USMNT ever produce a global superstar?
The 2026 World Cup is underway!
Join Adam Leventhal, Art de Roché and Cerys Jones as they reflect on an eventful opening day before asking why t...
An Idiot's Guide to the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup starts here! Well, in Mexico City as co-hosts Mexico take on South Africa.
Join Adam Leventhal, Jay Harris and Cerys Jones as...
Will the World Cup rip-off pay off?
On the eve of the World Cup getting underway there are many outstanding off-field issues to discuss.
Ahead of the tournament Adam Leventhal is j...
Who will actually win the World Cup?
Today we're continuing our build up to The World Cup. as we assess the favourites to win the tournament - and even make some predictions too.
So...
David Ornstein's World Cup transfer watchlist
As the World Cup gets underway on Thursday, we're here to look ahead to which deals could happen this summer.
David Ornstein joins The Athletic...
Emma Paton joins The Athletic FC Podcast for The World Cup
We're delighted to welcome Emma Paton to The Athletic FC Podcast team for the World Cup.
Emma is a renowned presenter and broadcaster in the UK...
The World Cup's most tactically interesting teams
With the World Cup right around the corner, The Athletic FC Tactics podcast discuss the most tactically interesting teams at this summer’s tournament....
The 10 greatest World Cup moments
As excitement builds for the 23rd edition of the World Cup, it’s time to look back on the defining moments in the competition's recent history.
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World Cup Draft: Picking our Best XIs ever... with a twist
With the 2026 World Cup just around the corner, four of our writers were tasked with creating an all-time World Cup draft.
From your Yashin’s t...
What next for Arsenal? & Is Iraola better than Slot?
After a “painful” defeat in the Champions League final.
What do Arsenal need to do to close the gap on PSG next season?
And what next for...
The Preview: Champions League Final
Arsenal and PSG face off in Budapest in the 2026 Champions League final.
Can Arsenal capture their first ever Champions League trophy, or will P...
How do Palace build on Glasner's legacy?
A year after winning the FA Cup - Crystal Palace have yet more silverware!
Oliver Glasner’s parting gift was to deliver the Conference League.
Where next for Iraola?
After ending the season 18 games unbeaten, Andoni Iraola leaves Bournemouth with Europa League football to come.
But without a job lined up, has...
Will Champions League save Slot at Liverpool?
Liverpool will play Champions League football next season
Despite finishing closer in points to the relegation zone - than champions Arsenal!
How much will relegation cost West Ham?
West Ham have been relegated from the Premier League just three years after winning the Europa Conference League.
But just how costly will the d...
The Athletic's 2025/26 season awards
Welcome to The Athletic’s end-of-season awards, for the 2025/26 season. A time to celebrate the best of the best across the Premier League, WSL and Eu...