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Rob Dawson, James Olley and Mark Ogden discuss Enzo Maresca’s departure from Chelsea and explain why Liam Rosenior is the main candidate to replace the Italian manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss Enzo Maresca’s surprise exit at Chelsea and discuss whether favourite for the job, Liam Rosenior is the right man to step in. The guys also discuss Arsenal’s 4-1 demolition of title-chasing Aston Villa, Kylian Mbappe’s injury news & ask if Giacomo Raspadori will return to Serie A with Roma.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew looks back at Man City dropping points after being held to a 0-0 draw away at Sunderland. Plus, the guys talk Enzo Maresca parting ways with Chelsea after days of high tension between the manager & the club. Also, more Premier League action with Spurs & Liverpool playing out 0-0 draws. And, the January transfer window is now open, who will be on the move? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC panel breaks down the reports of Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca possibly being sacked if the results don't improve over the next month. Plus, the crew analyze a handful of controversial refereeing decisions in the Premier League from the past few weeks. And, the guys discuss Kylian Mbappe's knee injury which will keep him sidelined for 3 weeks or so. Plus, discussion of Man United dropping points to Wolves, a look ahead to the New Year's day matches, and the AFCON round of 16 is set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew react to Arsenal's impressive and dominant win over Aston Villa as they make a statement in extending their lead at the top of the Premier League Table. Then, they discuss Chelsea's disappointing draw vs Bournemouth as their poor run of form continues. Also, a breakdown of Manchester United's shocking draw vs 20th-place Wolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to Aston Villa's visit to Arsenal and argue if Unai Emery's side can upset the league leaders off the back of their sensational run of form. Plus, Mario Melchiot tries to explain why Chelsea continue to squander leads at home. Colin Udoh also joins the show to react to Egypt and Morocco winning their groups at 2025 AFCON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss Aston Villa’s comeback win over Chelsea in the Premier League and ask if Villa have what it takes to compete for the title. The guys also discuss David Raya’s heroics, Christian Pulisic’s love life and ask if Robert Lewandowski really agreed not to score in the final games of his first season at Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan Aage Fjortoft, a former Norwegian international and football analyst, joins the crew to dissect Tottenham's recent 1-0 win over Crystal Palace. He defends Spurs' newfound identity under Thomas Frank while debating tactical decisions and fan expectations. The conversation shifts to Chelsea’s persistent struggles in holding leads and their ongoing striker issues. Jan takes a victory lap for his praise of Florian Wirtz after a stellar performance, and the panel explores title race dynamics between Arsenal and Manchester City.

The FC crew break down the Premier League title race and react to wins for Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa. Plus, the guys break down Liverpool's nervy win over Wolves and praise Florian Wirtz for a brilliant performance capped off by his first goal for the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Ogden, an experienced football journalist, joins former player Stevie Nicholl, goalkeeper Shaka Hislop, and analyst Nadeem Manua to dissect Manchester United's narrow win over Newcastle sans Bruno Fernandes. They delve into Ruben Amorim's puzzling tactical choices and substitutions, questioning their impact on the game. The panel also debates Newcastle's inconsistent form and previews the exciting upcoming Premier League matches, while sharing insights on the holiday antics of football stars and the implications for the January transfer window.