Sinopsis
Welcome to The XS Manchester Football Social Podcast! Live from the World's Best footballing City every weeknight at 6pm the podcast is your place to catch up with our shows.With regulars Gary Owen and Micky Thomas, we also have 'The Forever Blue Show' every Tuesday with Ian Cheeseman and 'The Full Time Devils Show' each Thursday night for your fix of Red, Blue and everything in-between.Listen live every weeknight at 6pm on 106.1fm in Manchester / online at XSManchester.co.uk / Call 0345 111 7625 / Text 87711 / Tweet @XSManchesterYou can message the show here - http://www.xsmanchester.co.uk/radio/xs-football-social/
Episodios
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Should Liverpool sack Arne Slot?
27/11/2025 Duración: 35minArne Slot's wretched run in charge of Liverpool now reads 9 defeats in the last 12 games. Is time up for the Dutchman at Anfield? Where is it all going wrong, and if Liverpool do sack him, who do they turn to next? We unpick the shocking state of affairs at the club on today's podcast. SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Chelsea make statement against Barcelona and we reveal SHOCKING Liverpool statistic
26/11/2025 Duración: 48minChelsea picked up an excellent Champions League win over Barcelona on Tuesday night. How much confidence will that give them heading into a huge Premier League game with Arsenal on Sunday? Plus, we dig deeper into Liverpool's dreadful form and unearth a crazy statistic... SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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MADNESS as excellent Everton beat miserable Man United despite infighting
25/11/2025 Duración: 48minDavid Moyes said he didn't mind seeing one of his Everton players sent off after they had a fight with one another at Old Trafford last night. Probably because the Toffees pulled off a famous win! Somehow Everton beat Manchester United with 10-men, a result which regurgitates the queries around Ruben Amorim's United future... SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Eze as 123 for Arsenal, Pep has a meltdown and Wolves look doomed
24/11/2025 Duración: 44minEberechi Eze cemented himself as a Crystal Palace legend in May by scoring the winner in the FA Cup final. Has he already earned a place in Arsenal folklore with his hattrick against Tottenham in the North London Derby? Niall and Marley discuss the Gunners' title statement against Spurs, question how and why Pep Guardiola lost his cool in Man City's defeat to Newcastle and ask whether Rob Edwards has taken on the impossible job at Wolves. SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Who are the most overrated Premier League players?
20/11/2025 Duración: 56minAfter we put together a combined Premier League XI of underrated players from past and present, you asked us to do the same for an overrated team. So here it is! Brace yourselves, there are some controversial shouts... SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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We spoke to the Government about men's health
19/11/2025 Duración: 38min19th November 2025 is International Men's Day, and to mark the occasion, we had the chance to have a serious conversation with a Government minister about the issues around men's health. Wes Streeting, the UK's Health Secretary, joined us on FSD to discuss what parliament is doing to tackle some of the shocking statistics relating to male suicide, and why an initiative with the Premier League aims to break the stigma around conversations on men's health. Learn more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-unveils-englands-first-ever-mens-health-strategy SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Inspired Ireland, Norwegian nous and English expectations
17/11/2025 Duración: 32minTroy Parrott became an Irish hero this week for his national team heroics. Will Ireland finally qualify for a World Cup? Erling Haaland's Norway have booked their spot, which leads the lads to ask whether the competition's expanded format is a rare win for FIFA. Plus, England blitzed qualifying, but will they freeze in the North American heat next summer? SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Wolves Choose Edwards While Howe Struggles at Newcastle
13/11/2025 Duración: 44minWolves' search for a new manager has led them to former player Rob Edwards, who leaves Middlesbrough for the challenge of a lifetime - keeping the Old Gold in the top flight. Niall and Marley dig into whether the former Luton Town boss has what it takes to keep the club in the Premier League, having only had experience of being relegated from the top of the pyramid since becoming a manager. Elsewhere, Newcastle's struggles continued on the road as they lost to Brentford at the weekend, but what does it mean for Eddie Howe? Is time and patience starting to run thin for the former Bournemouth boss, or is there an overreaction to the Geordies losing on the road again? All that and more discussed on the latest episode of Football Social Daily. SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https
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Who are the most underrated Premier League players?
13/11/2025 Duración: 38minHave a strong opinion on a Premier League player who doesn't get the credit they deserve? On this episode of FSD, Niall and Marley sift through players past and present to construct a combined underrated Premier League XI. One rule though - both must agree, and there must be at least 5 picks who are currently playing in the league. If you think there was any glaring omissions, let the boys know via the social channels below! SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Are Liverpool OUT of the title race and Marley puts EDDIE HOWE in the sea!
10/11/2025 Duración: 45minSomething we never thought we'd see on today's FSD. Marley has thrown Eddie Howe into the sea! Our beloved Monday feature returns with a shock nomination, plus we look at Liverpool's heavy defeat to Manchester City which all but kills off their Premier League title defense! SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dan Burn's belting header and looking ahead to massive Man City v Liverpool clash
06/11/2025 Duración: 40minMarley is convinced that Dan Burn's header last night was the best header in Champions League history. Niall isn't so sure - but it was a good result for Newcastle - not such a good draw though for Chelsea. Is a trek to Baku the last thing they needed this week? Plus, we look ahead to a huge Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on Sunday. SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Spurs dazzle in Europe, Trent booed by Liverpool fans and Wolves suffer managerial blow
05/11/2025 Duración: 44minMicky van de Ven scored a beauty as Spurs shook off their boring tag from the weekend's loss to Chelsea with a thumping Champions League reaction. Plus, Trent Alexander-Arnold was booed by Liverpool fans upon his return to Anfield with Real Madrid whilst one of Wolves managerial targets has pulled out of the race. SUPPORT THE POD: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocialMerch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Wolves sack Vitor Pereira and are Spurs fans turning on Thomas Frank ALREADY?!
03/11/2025 Duración: 46minWolves have parted company with boss Vitor Pereira after no win in their first 10 Premier League games this season. It was inevitable, but the bigger question is who takes up the vacancy at Molineux? Could a familiar face be returning? Plus, Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has been a topic of conversation. Spurs lost poorly to Chelsea at the weekend, but have some fans already seen enough of their manager? If you want to support FSD then consider subscribing here: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/ Merch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qr Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdaily Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Liverpool lose again as Slot blames squad depth and Wolves' woes continue
31/10/2025 Duración: 49minLiverpool's recent slump continued at Anfield on Wednesday night as Crystal Palace rocked up, turned them over (again) and headed back to London with another impressive performance under their belts. Arne Slot bemoaned the squad issues he's facing at the minute, having chosen to field a bench made almost exclusively of teenagers. Having spent over £500m this summer, does he have a point? Elsewhere, Wolves were dumped out of the Carabao Cup at home to 10-man Chelsea, extending Vitor Pereira's misery at Molyneux. And for the first time in months, Joel is back to join Niall and Marley from his South American adventure! He updates everyone on his plans, gives us the lowdown on football in Brazil and beyond and of course, gets a few things about Manchester United off his chest. Join FSD: Extra Time for bonus episodes and listen to every show ad-free: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm/ Check out our NEW Merch store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Instagram: https://www.instagr
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Set-piece dinosaurs, expensive clobber and West Ham's worries
29/10/2025 Duración: 44minNiall and Marley get a few things off of their chest on this episode of Football Social Daily, as they bring you an extended version of 'Get in the Sea' which features one Premier League manager's clothing choices, West Ham's wretched form, and one former top-flight boss attempting to rewrite history around his famed set pieces... Join FSD: Extra Time for bonus episodes and listen to every show ad-free: https://footballsocialdaily.supportingcast.fm Check out our NEW Merch Store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FootballSocialDaily Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qrTwitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdailyTelegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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FSD: The announcement you’ve all been waiting for
28/10/2025 Duración: 37minToday’s episode of FSD is the big reveal of months of planning, trial and error, and intense negotiations. Niall and Marley reveal what’s in the works for the very near future for FSD, which we hope you’ll be a part of! For more information, make sure you keep up to date via our socials:NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qrTwitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdailyTelegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Arsenal take control of Premier League title race
27/10/2025 Duración: 35minArsenal are 7 points clear of Liverpool and 6 clear of Manchester City. Surely, even after just 9 games, they are in total control of the title race. Is this finally their year? Two of their closest challengers are Sunderland and Bournemouth! Can the two surprise packages continue their momentum this season? NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qrTwitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdailyTelegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Barcelona v Villarreal in Miami CANCELLED as common sense prevails!
24/10/2025 Duración: 27minLa Liga have announced that the controversial fixture between Barcelona and Villarreal set to take place in Miami has been scrapped. The decision comes after protests across Spain, which included players refusing to play for 15 seconds before the weekend's games, hammered home just how preposterous the idea was in the first place. Niall and Marley dissect how the news is good for football, great for season ticket holders and even better for lovers of the beautiful game's traditions in today's FSD. Make sure you keep up to date with us on social media: NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qrTwitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdailyTelegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Clean Sweep For English Teams on Champions League Tuesday
22/10/2025 Duración: 42minThere was an English clean sweep in European action on Tuesday night, as Arsenal, Newcastle and Manchester City all enjoyed comfortable wins without conceding a goal. Victor Gyokeres and Nick Woltemade caught the eye during their teams' respective wins over Atletico Madrid and Benfica, but can they be the catalyst for their side's march towards the knockout phase of the Champions League? There's also a look ahead to stuttering Liverpool's tough-looking test at Frankfurt, which sees Hugo Ekitike return to his former club. Can Arne Slot end the four-game losing streak in Germany? All that and more discussed with Niall and Marley on today's FSD! Make sure you keep up to date with us on social media: NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qrTwitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdailyTelegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dyche Takes Over at Forest While Nuno Struggles at West Ham!
21/10/2025 Duración: 33minEvangelos Marinakis has hit the Dyche alarm at Nottingham Forest, and hired Sean Dyche to rescue his beloved Trees. The former Burnley and Everton boss arrives with experience, knowledge of the club and a talented squad to work with, but can he arrest the Forest slump? Someone that couldn't work under Marinakis was Nuno Espirito Santo, who is struggling in the capital as West Ham boss. His Hammers side were dismal in their home defeat to Brentford on Monday night, and look like a side facing serious trouble if they're not careful. Niall and Marley are back discussing all that and more on today's FSD! Make sure you keep up to date with us on social media:NEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fsdpod?igsh=MjQ5d29veGdoMmZ4&utm_source=qrTwitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsocialdailyTelegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices