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.
From ghost goals, to headbutts and… the Hand of God - we’ll attempt to rank the top 10 iconic performances and incidents from the last 10 tournaments.
Host: Duncan Alexander Guests: Jack Lang, Oli Kay, Will Jeanes, Felipe Cardenas Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
World Cup Draft: Picking our Best XIs ever... with a twist
2026/06/04 | 1h 2 mins.
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 to your Mbappe’s, we’ll attempt to build the ultimate XI spanning all 32 editions of the competition.
Host: Duncan Alexander Guests: Oli Kay, Jack Lang, Carl Anka, Felipe Cardenas Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Jay Beale & Liam Warburton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What next for Arsenal? & Is Iraola better than Slot?
2026/06/01 | 47 mins.
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 Liverpool after the departure of Arne Slot?
Host: Adam Leventhal Guests: Tom Williams & Art de Roché, James Pearce Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Mike Stavrou, Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Preview: Champions League Final
2026/05/29 | 46 mins.
Arsenal and PSG face off in Budapest in the 2026 Champions League final.
Can Arsenal capture their first ever Champions League trophy, or will PSG win - as Tom Williams calls it - 'le back to back'.
Host: Matt Davies-Adams Guests: Tom Williams & Adrian Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke & John Rogers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How do Palace build on Glasner's legacy?
2026/05/28 | 35 mins.
A year after winning the FA Cup - Crystal Palace have yet more silverware!
Oliver Glasner’s parting gift was to deliver the Conference League.
So, what comes next for Palace?
Host: Matt Davies-Adams With: Matt Woosnam and Dom Fifield Executive Producer: Guy Clarke Producer: Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really happening - and why it matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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