Football Writers Podcast

With talk of contingency plans involving the restart of the Premier League with players in a quarantine camp, Mike Calvin is joined by Adrian Clarke and Seb Stafford Bloor to discuss football’s crisis strategy.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin is joined remotely by Adrian Clarke and Seb Stafford-Bloor to gauge football’s impact in unprecedented times, from Bhutan to Stevenage, via Manchester United and Spurs.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin is joined by John Cross and Tony Hodson who discuss the uncertain time football currently faces, and whether Liverpool lift the trophy in an empty stadium.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Adrian Clarke and Seb Stafford-Bloor discuss how the footballing theatre of Anfield will impact a big night in Liverpool's season. They also study the footballing philosophies of Klopp and Simeone, and take a look at Mourinho’s recent outspoken gripes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Alyson Rudd and Daniel Storey discuss the question marks surrounding Frank Lampard’s ability to get the best out of Chelsea, following recent results at the Bridge. The trio also analyse how Liverpool’s first league defeat may affect their approach to other competitions, and Jose Mourinho’s striking crisis at Spurs.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, Adrian Clarke, and Dominic Fifield discuss the upcoming Champions League knockout rounds with Manchester City travelling to Real Madrid with the shadow of their UEFA ban hanging over them. Chelsea host Bayern Munich, and Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi return to action in their ties.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Mike Calvin and his guests Darren Lewis and Tony Hodson discuss the fallout between Man City and Uefa, but who will come out on top; footballs governing authorities or the 'super' clubs?The trio also talk over the upcoming Champions League fixtures and challenges posed to the English clubs.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With the title all but decided, Mike Calvin and guests Miguel Delaney and Andy Dillon discuss the best of the rest; could Wolves win a trophy and do Leicester look set on sticking in the top three?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Can Chelsea maintain their march to the title when they face Manchester United in the BT Sport WSL match this Sunday? Are Liverpool on the brink of relegation? The panel also discuss the influence and growth of women coaches in the game.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Was Jose’s win over Pep a masterclass or a stroke of luck? Can Liverpool entice Kylian Mbappe to join this summer? Have Chelsea blown their top four chances by not investing in the transfer market? The panel discuss the weekend’s major talking points and what lies ahead in the race for the top four and midweek FA Cup matches.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Mike Calvin is joined by John Cross and Tom Hopkinson as they discuss the oldest, national football competition in the world, the FA Cup. The panel also chat Manchester United, and the issues currently surrounding the club.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are we witnessing the start of a dynasty at Liverpool? Mike Calvin is joined by Alyson Rudd and Daniel Storey to discuss title formalities, and future domination.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this weeks Football Writers Podcast, Mike Calvin, Adrian Clarke and Dominic Fifield assess the current state of Liverpool and Manchester United both on and off the pitch, as rivalries renew once again this weekend.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on the Football Writers podcast, Mike Calvin is joined by Darren Lewis and Seb Stafford-Bloor who look at the issues which lie ahead for the sides at the bottom of the Premier League table as the pressure begins to mount on relegation threatened Bournemouth and their manager Eddie Howe.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin, John Cross and David Preece search for impending upsets in the third round of the FA Cup. West Ham, Southampton, Norwich and Chelsea under threat? The panel make their judgements, and name their eventual winners.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin is joined by John Cross and David Preece to discuss the New Year’s programme, and focus on the job prospects of Ole Gunnar Solksjaer at Manchester United. They also name their breakthrough player of the season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Will Liverpool finally become champions of England in the Premier League era? Mike Calvin is joined by John Cross and David Preece to discuss the building of a Super Club on Merseyside. Also features analysis of the challenges facing Carlo Ancelotti, Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After a breakthrough year, the Olympics beckon in 2020. Mike Calvin is joined by Suzy Wrack, Katie Whyatt and Kieran Theivam to discuss Team GB, and the rise of the WSL.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tony Hodson and Miguel Delaney join Mike Calvin following the draw for the last 16 of the Champions League. Together they consider Jürgen Klopp's place among Liverpool's greatest managers, discuss Manchester City's chances of overcoming Real Madrid and whether the time is right for Mikel Arteta to make the move into management at Arsenal.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Calvin is joined by Darren Lewis and Seb Stafford-Bloor to discuss Liverpool's firm grip on the Premier League title, Manchester United's blistering victory at rivals City, and the chances of all four English teams reaching the Champions League knockout stage.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.