Tifo Football Podcast

Two years ago, when Michael Edwards re-joined Liverpool to become CEO of Football for FSG, he did so with the recommendation that the American ownership group seek to expand their football portfolio and explore a multi-club model. But today, it seems unlikely that FSG will follow through on this expectation. On today's episode, Joe & Jon perform Ring for Analysis, while reading through James Pearce's story on this topic, discussing what this means for Liverpool, FSG and Michael Edwards' future. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7125072/2026/03/20/liverpool-fsg-michael-edwards-future/Join the discord! https://discord.gg/CGVn8crYYa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mohamed Salah’s impending Liverpool exit and where he sits among Premier League greats spark lively debate. Everton’s surprising push for European qualification and David Moyes’ tactical revival get dissected. Italy’s World Cup qualifying woes and squad issues create tension. The MLS calendar shift and its early impressions round out the footballing conversation.

Tactical analysis of how Manchester City stifled Arsenal with a shifted defensive shape and midfield control. A shock Forest win leaves Tottenham’s season in jeopardy and sparks debate about their leadership and defensive problems. Discussion of relegation probabilities and a quick quiz and film review for lighter diversion.

They re-read Ratcliffe’s interviews and check which of his claims about the squad have held up. Transfers, clearouts and which new signings have actually improved the team get scrutinised. They debate Casemiro’s influence, back-three tactics and the development of young defenders like Lenny Yoro. The practicality of a 100,000-capacity stadium and the club’s financial manoeuvres are also discussed.

Discussion of Arsenal’s run in the Champions League and whether a quadruple is possible. Debate over squad rotation, depth and which positions need summer reinforcements. Analysis of why English teams struggled in Europe and how Premier League tactics might shift next season. A light film chat rounds out the conversation.

Late Arsenal drama and a youth debut that shook up selection talk. A deep look at City’s tactical tweaks and how they affect the title race. Debate over Bruno Fernandes’ remarkable season and Player of the Season chatter. Chelsea’s strange centre-circle huddle and puzzling man-marking lapses get unpacked.

They unpack FIFA cutting over $100 million from the World Cup operating budget. They question what 'efficiencies' really mean and how cuts could impact safety, accessibility and fan experiences. They contrast FIFA’s huge revenues with reduced local spending and debate who ends up footing the bill.

Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero, a reporter covering Barcelona, Newcastle and regional football, joins to unpack Spurs’ chaotic goalkeeper saga and Tudor’s touchline drama. Short segments cover Premier League oddities in home vs away form, Manchester City’s brutal fixture run, Newcastle’s 1-1 with Barcelona and rumours around Messi amid Barca politics.

A wild what-if where every Premier League manager becomes a free agent and the panel decides who would be rehired. A rapid-fire quiz names the highest-scoring Premier League defenders. They weigh Tottenham’s relegation threat and whether the traditional Big Six is finished. The discussion closes by exploring how the war in Iran is affecting World Cup and women’s football logistics.

A surprising Wolves win over Liverpool and what that result signals for relegation battles. A look at Tottenham’s crisis, confidence problems and injury-hit creativity. The unlikely rise of Wrexham and whether sustained promotions could carry them all the way up. Conversations also touch on tactics, refereeing influences and curious moments from managers.