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Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has been tasked with succeeding Gareth Southgate as England manager. After Lee Carsley's confusing communications this week, the FA have moved to appoint the German on an 18-month deal. But does it matter that he isn't English? Are his methods the right fit for this Three Lions squad? There's a lot to say on FSD today! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The INEOS leadership team in charge of Manchester United are in the spotlight again today having cut Sir Alex Ferguson’s ambassador contract with the club, which has left some fans frustrated. But, is it a necessary business decision from Ratcliffe and co? And we give you the ins and outs of Manchester City’s incoming Sporting Director - Hugo Viana - who will be taking over in July 2025.  Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s another dull international break, but Lee Carlsey’s name is on the lips on every England fan and they were left questioning whether he really wants to the England job.And Pep Guardiola’s name has been included in the hat for the job, but would his legacy be tainted if City were to be found guilty of their alleged charges?Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lee Carsley's audition for the permanent England job took a dent last night as his gung-ho team selection came under fire in the Three Lions' Wembley defeat to Greece. Why didn't he start a recognised striker? Is he all but guaranteed the job anyway? We get stuck in to a poor night at the office for England. Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jurgen Klopp is back in the game, but the German's new job has wound people up. Will we ever see him return to the touchline? Plus, as England prepare to face Greece in the Nations League, who will stake their claim in the absence of Harry Kane? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's not the first and it certainly won't be the last time that headlines are made between Manchester City and the Premier League in court. But what has actually gone down? And is it to do with the 115 charges? We try our best to explain the situation whilst also sticking to the ACTUAL football with Jhon Duran signing a new Villa deal and Chelsea topping the yellow card charts. Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It wasn’t the way Ange Postecoglu expected his side to be entering into the international break in, as his side choked a 0-2 lead to lose 3-2 against Brighton. So - is it in Ange’s control or do Spurs having a losing DNA? And things didn’t get much better for Manchester United who gave us all a drab 90 minutes of football alongside their dance partners in Aston Villa. Does this spell the end for Erik Ten Hag or has he been granted more time? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another game, and another head-scratcher of a result for Man United fans as a seemingly comfortable 2-0 lead was quickly turned into a desperate need to salvage a point. But was this the final straw for Ten Hag? Plus, Chelsea are firing under Enzo Maresca. But are they good enough to win trophies this term? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aston Villa's return to the Champions League was like they never left European football, as they defeat old does Bayern Munich at Villa Park to make it two wins from two. But it wasn't without their new star Jhon Duran earning them yet another victory - so is he now undroppable for Emery? And we assess whether Erik Ten Hag's trip to Porto could be one of his last as Manchester United manager, and whether he should be sacked if he is defeated in his upcoming two games. Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Graham Potter was on punditry duty for Bournemouth v Southampton in the Premier League last night. After dissecting a convincing Cherries victory, the lads discuss whether the former Chelsea manager is good enough to manage a big 6 side again. Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another game, another loss for Manchester United, and another day of questioning for manager Erik ten Hag. So, do United fans want him to remain in charge or is this the beginning of the end for the Dutchman? And, alongside arguing whether City regret letting go of Cole Palmer and if he is the best player in the Premier League, we also find out whether elephants have hair, if QR codes in bars should be banned, and whether you have gherkins on your burger. Riveting but intriguing... Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some big games this weekend in the Premier League, and Niall, Marley and Joel are back to look ahead to the best of them - including why Arsenal can't afford to slip up against Leicester on Saturday. Plus, the lads find out some of the best stories around how listeners fell in love with their football clubs! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leicester City scraped by Walsall in the Carabao Cup last night, but one supporter attempted to get close to Foxes boss Steve Cooper by running across the pitch. Is there more frustration in the Leicester fan base than meets the eye? Plus we discuss Raphael Varane's retirement and which Premier League team neutrals should support! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 teams are yet to win a game this season after 5 matchdays. That's a new Premier League record. But who out of Wolves, Everton, Southampton, Ipswich, Crystal Palace and Leicester have made the worst start to the season? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The two best sides in the Premier League right now - Arsenal and Manchester City - did battle at the Etihad yesterday, and what a game it was! We dissect the drama between what is likely to be two title rivals this term. Plus, despite the park the bus nature of his side's display, Sky Bet have asked us whether Mikel Arteta truly is a world class gaffer! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Niall and Joel for FSD today as they praise Villa's triumphant return to the Champions League stage, Liverpool bouncing back against AC Milan and the chaos of the Carabao Cup! Plus, debate rages about Rodri's comments amid suggestions some Manchester City players could go on strike over complaints around fixture congestion! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The lads discuss the new format of the Champions League this season ahead of Villa's first game in the competition tonight. Is it a case of why fix what isn't broken, or was a change needed? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Loads to talk about today from the wild and wonderful world of the Premier League. Arsenal picked up North London bragging rights at the expense of Ange Postecoglou, Everton yet again fumbled a two goal lead, Forest handed Slot his first Liverpool loss and Manchester City's court case with the Premier League kicked off on Monday. Madness! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mikel Arteta has signed fresh terms at Arsenal. But the FSD lads wonder - if he doesn't win a trophy by 2027 - is he a failure? Niall, Marley and Joel also dissect Gareth Southgate's latest comments as well as reeling off some of their favourite 'Barclaysmen'! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSD listeners, let’s congratulate ourselves that we have finally made it to the latter stages of the international break; but it hasn’t been without headlines. Bernardo Silva has hit out at the football calendar for the year, which will see City play once every three days until the turn of the year. But as someone paid millions to do that job, does he still have a point? And Harry Kane approaches his 100th England cap as the Three Lions take on Finland tonight so we discuss - is he England’s greatest ever player? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Niall: https://x.com/niallmccaughan Joel: https://x.com/JoelTudor00 Marley: https://x.com/91Marley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices