The Athletic FC Podcast

Real Madrid’s 1-0 Champions League play-off first-leg win at Benfica on Tuesday night was overshadowed by alleged racist abuse suffered by goalscorer Vinicius Junior.

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Jay Harris and Dermot Corrigan to break down what happened, discuss the reaction and what might happen next.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Jay Harris, Dermot Corrigan
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson
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Marseille’s season is in danger of spiralling after the departure of Roberto De Zerbi as head coach.

So why did his spell come to an end so suddenly?

And could the Italian return to the Premier League?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Tom Williams, Liam Tharme
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Mike Stavrou, Nick Thomson
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Spurs have appointed Igor Tudor as interim head coach.

So why him, and how does it affect their summer plans?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Horncastle, Jay Harris, Adam Crafton
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producers: Jay Beale
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This week — The Athletic FC Tactics podcast are talking tactical trends… from low blocks, to headed clearances and the return of long-range screamers.

Host: Michael Bailey
Guests: Michael Cox, Mark Carey, Liam Tharme
Producer: Mike Stavrou
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England have extended Thomas Tuchel’s contract beyond the 2026 World Cup.

So why has this happened now, and with sacking season in full flow, how does this impact the wider managerial market?

Host: Matt Davies-Adams
Guests: Tim Spiers & Oli Kay
Executive Producers: Adey Moorhead & Guy Clarke
Producers: Jay Beale & John Rogers
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