Sinopsis
Some of the nation's finest football writers bring you the biggest stories and talking points.
Episodios
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Resurgent Man City | Frank's Flying Start | Sunderland Back With A Bang
17/08/2025 Duración: 01h28minDharmesh Sheth is joined by The Independent’s Miguel Delaney, The Times’ Charlotte Duncker and The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin talking transfers, and whilst Eberechi Eze looks likely to be on his way to Tottenham, the Alexander Isak saga continues as Newcastle look for necessary replacements.Next we discuss David De Gea’s possible return to Old Trafford. Whilst Charlotte considers De Gea a better shot-stopper than Onana, but still believes it to be an unlikely move.Elsewhere, we discuss the racist incident against Antoine Semenyo. Miguel talks about the importance of education outside of just football, and Charlotte praises how quickly it was dealt with.We also praise Man City’s resurgent start to the new season; Pep’s rebuild looks impressive after their opening game, but are City back?Then, The Sunday Times' Jonathan Northcroft speaks with us on it being time for Mikel Arteta to win the Premier League. Is it now or never for Arteta at Arsenal? Also, is ti
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The Sunday Supplement podcast is back!
15/08/2025 Duración: 39sDharmesh Sheth is here to tell you about the return of the Sunday Supplement podcast. Give us a like, follow, or subscribe so you don't miss us: https://podfollow.com/sunday-supplement.
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Palace Stun City at Wembley | Arteta On Summer Transfers And Silverware | Europa League Final
18/05/2025 Duración: 48minPreview Hayley McQueen is joined by The Mirror’s Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News’ Ben Ransom to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Crystal Palace’s victory over Man City at Wembley. Darren praises Henderson’s outstanding goalkeeping performance, but should Palace’s goalkeeper have been sent off?Next, James Savundra sits down with Mikel Arteta to talk pressure to deliver silverware and his summer transfer plans. Arteta believes it’s injuries and red cards as the main reasons Arsenal failed to win the Premier League title this year.Elsewhere, with Everton’s last game in their historic home stadium, we say goodbye to Goodison Park. We also preview the Europa League Final, showcasing two teams struggling with league form. Ben believes Manchester United will get the win, but a huge summer rebuild is needed. Darren suggests Tottenham and Ange Postecoglou part ways regardless of the result.Finally, Keith Downie talks with a jovial Bruno Guimaraes about his future and desire to win the Premie
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Liverpool Post-Trent Rebuild | Top 5 Race Heats Up! | Arteta On Being ‘Better Than PSG’
11/05/2025 Duración: 50minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror’s Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News Reporter Keith Downie to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Champions Liverpool, and Keith believes Connor Bradley is the natural heir to Madrid-bound Trent Alexander Arnold, but how do Liverpool rebuild for next season? And Natalie Gedra sits down with Declan Rice about attempting to finish the league season on a high and dealing with the pain of being the ‘nearly-team’.Next to the exciting top-five race; Darren was shocked at Man City’s dropped points at Southampton and Keith thinks that the race is going to the last few moments of the season.Finally, David Craig meets Mikel Arteta, who talks of pride and pain of Arsenal’s Champions League exit, but remains consistent in his belief that his side were the better team in the semi-final against PSG.Running Order:3mins Post-Trent Liverpool Rebuild17mins Rice on being the ‘Nearly-Team’23mins Top-5 Race heats up!34mins Mikel Arteta Interview
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Liverpool Worthy Champions | Top 5 Race | Arne Slot Interview
04/05/2025 Duración: 54minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror’s Darren Lewis and Chief Football Writer for The Independent Miguel Delaney to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Champions Liverpool, and Miguel praises a free-scoring season for them, with a points tally that could amount to over 90, and an impressive ability to keep their key players fit.Next to Manchester United, after a statement win midweek against Athletic Bilbao. Darren applauds an ‘outstanding’ Bruno Fernandes, helping United remain the only unbeaten English team in Europe this season.Elsewhere, Harriet Prior sits down with Bruno Guimaraes to talk his Olympics win, lifting his first domestic trophy with Newcastle and future ambitions with club and country. Miguel sees Newcastle finishing in the top five, despite a tough final few fixtures, but who else will finish in the Premier League’s top five?We end with two interviews; Arne Slot talks with Patrick Davison about the emotions of winning the title and playing with slightly less risk than
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Slot’s Debut Campaign | Palace Triumph at Wembley | Ange Exclusive
27/04/2025 Duración: 54minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror’s Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Paul Gilmore to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Liverpool, praising Arne Slot, as he becomes the fifth Premier League manager to win the league in their first season; is it one of the best debut campaigns we’ve seen?Next to Crystal Palace’s triumph at Wembley. Darren calls Palace’s performance outstanding, as they won the club’s third FA Cup semi final and get one step closer to silverware.Elsewhere, Johnny Phillips sits down with Ange Postecoglou and chats about staying united during a difficult season for Tottenham, coping with pressures, and the hope of a Europa League win.Finally, Patrick Davison meets Alisson to talk about change after the Klopp era, and a first season playing under Arne Slot. We discuss whether Alisson is currently the best keeper in the world. Running Order:1min Slot’s Debut Campaign22min Palace’s Triumph at Wembley35mins Ange Exclusive43mins Alisson Interview
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Champions League race | Timber Interview | Carragher and Slot
20/04/2025 Duración: 59minVicky Gomersall is joined by Sky Sports News reporter Gary Cotterill and The Sunday Times Chief Football Writer Jonathan Northcroft to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at the Premier League title race, with Liverpool in touching distance to secure the title. How important will Virgil Van Dijk’s new contract be? Gary believes Van Dijk is the greatest centre back since Vincent Kompany, but do Liverpool need to spend big in summer?Next, Daniel Khan sits down with Ruud Van Nistlerooy to talk about Leicester’s difficult position, the standards being set and plans for the future.Elsewhere, we discuss the race for the Champions League spots, looking at Aston Villa’s 4-1 win at home over Newcastle and Olly Watkin’s post-match interview, claiming he was “fuming” to be left on the bench against PSG. Gary and Jonathan both think Forest are the team to miss out on the Champions League for next season.Also, Joe Thomlinson interviews Jurrien Timber about the win over Real Madrid and a person
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KDB’s Farewell Tour Continues | Salah Stays At Anfield | Onana Dropped For Man Utd
13/04/2025 Duración: 01h02minVicky Gomersall and The Mirror's Darren Lewis are joined by Sky Sports Reporter, Dharmesh Sheth, to debate the biggest sporting headlines of the week. We start by looking back on Kevin De Bruyne’s masterclass in Manchester City’s 5-2 win against Crystal Palace. The panel discuss the 33 year old’s upcoming move away from the Etihad, where his future might lie and who might replace him at City. From a player leaving one club to another who is staying, we unpick Mohamed Salah’s new contract and what it could mean for both the forward and for Liverpool We also analyse Arsenal’s draw against Brentford and ask if they’ve already got one eye on their Champions League tie against Real Madrid on Wednesday. Plus, we react to some breaking news, as goalkeeper Andre Onana is dropped from Manchester United’s squad for their trip to Newcastle, and we look at the race for European places this season.Running Order: 1min De Bruyne's Masterclass 15min Arsenal 1 Brentford 1 24min Salah stays at Liverpool 36min Onana
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Pep on De Bruyne | Gunners misfire at Goodison | Ange under Pressure
06/04/2025 Duración: 42minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Gary Cotterill to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at both Manchester sides; Darren believes it has to be a big summer for United, who must compete against the likes of rising teams Newcastle, Chelsea and Villa (as well as Arsenal, Liverpool and City). Gary believes United will be challenging for the top four next season. Also, Ben Ransom sits down with Pep Guardiola to talk about Kevin De Bruyne announcing his City departure, what Pep has learnt in this tough campaign, and whether he would have been sacked if it wasn’t for his prior success.Next to Arsenal, who after their eleventh draw of the season at Goodison, are very much Madrid or bust in the Champions League. Gary attributes the Gunners’ league downfall to injuries and lack of a striker, but believes, after a recent trip to London Colney, that Mikel Arteta knows he has his striker of choice in summer.And finally, pressure on Ange Postecog
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Carabao Cup Final | Murphy and Isak exclusive | Gakpo on PSG loss
16/03/2025 Duración: 46minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Melissa Reddy to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin pitch-side at Wembley, with eyes on the Carabao Cup final. A less than perfect buildup week for Liverpool after Champions-league loss and a buoyant Bruno Guimaraes describes the fixture as Newcastle’s “World Cup Final.”Next, Natalie Gedra sits down with Jacob Murphy and Alexander Isak, who talk about their chemistry, what it means to play in a final, and their favourite goal scored together.Elsewhere, Juliette Ferrington chats with Cody Gakpo about recovering from the intensity of the midweek Champions League clash with PSG and Liverpool’s resilience this season. And Keith Downie meets ex-Newcastle player Rob Lee on Wembley Way, who reminisces scoring against Chelsea at Wembley, and is confident his old team can lift a trophy for the first time in seventy years.We also talk of Arsenal’s opportunity to work away at the deficit against Liverpool, and the importa
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Liverpool Six Wins From Title | Mourinho Interview | Race for Top Four
09/03/2025 Duración: 59minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Gary Cotterill to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Liverpool’s win over Southampton, putting Arne Slot’s side six wins away from securing the title, but Darren believes Darwin Nunez was a little lucky to have not been given a red card.Next, Gary sits down with Jose Mourinho to discuss his alleged ‘racist statements’ made after drawing with Galatasaray. Darren argues Jose thinks about the language he uses, that analogies are still allowed, and Gary shows us a present he was given by Jose!Elsewhere, the race for the top four; Gary believes after Nottingham Forest’s win over Manchester City yesterday, they’ve cemented their place in the top four. We look at some good dancing in the Forest changing room and analyse why Nuno’s side are so effective this season. Finally, Pat Davidson meets Mikel Arteta, and talks expectations this season after finishing second twice, a switch in tactics from fluid attacking t
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Arsenal wave white flag | United comeback at Goodison | Slot Exclusive
23/02/2025 Duración: 42minRob Jones is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and the Daily Telegraph’s Sam Dean to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start by talking about Arsenal, and Sam believes the fans have lost hope in their title bid, and that Merino as a false nine was unsustainable. Darren argues that the defining moment in Arsenal’s season was a failure to sign a striker in the January window.Next to Manchester United, after their 2-2 draw at Goodison; Sam suggests Everton should have had a penalty in the final moments, as the referee wasn’t shown the most incriminating angles and the incident wasn’t ‘clear and obvious’ to be overruled. Meanwhile, United’s rivals Liverpool look for their twentieth league title and Jamie Redknapp sits down with Arne Slot to talk about the challenge of competing in both the Premier League and Champions League, and the surprise of City's fall.And finally, Sam criticises Chelsea’s model, and after a third loss in four Premier league games yesterday at Villa Park, Darren questions the le
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Is Merino Arsenal's answer? | Have Man City rediscovered their flair? | de Ligt on life at Man Utd
16/02/2025 Duración: 01h12minVicky Gomersall and The Mirror's Darren Lewis are joined by Sky Sports News' Chief Reporter Kaveh Solhekol to look back on the big sporting headlines of the week. They review Arsenal's Premier League win over Leicester City, which saw two goals from makeshift striker Mikel Merino - could he be the answer to the Gunners' injury problems up front? Plus, where does this important win leave Arsenal in the title race? We also discuss a brilliant individual display for Manchester City's Omar Marmoush against Newcastle, scoring a hattrick in a 4-0 win that harked back to City of old. Plus, we look at Everton's recent upturn in form and Chelsea's struggles against Brighton. In addition, we hear an exclusive interview with Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt. The Dutchman opens up about life at Old Trafford under manager Ruben Amorim and says he believes they can challenge for silverware in the future. We also bring you an in-depth chat with Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou, ahead of the two sides meeting on S
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Liverpool lonely at the top | Forest wallop Brighton | Gabriel and Saliba Interview
02/02/2025 Duración: 43minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Paul Gilmore to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at Liverpool, who went nine points clear at the top of the table, after a 2-0 win at Bournemouth; Darren praises Mo Salah again, and thinks the club will secure a new contract with him.Next to Nottingham Forest’s incredible 7-0 win against Brighton. Vicky is confident Forest are in the title race, whilst Paul questions their experience. And is Chris Wood one of the Premier League’s top strikers? Darren applauds his superb form, and with seventeen goals this season, believes he’s deserved of his new contract.Elsewhere, Patrick Davidson sits down with Gabriel and William Saliba, who talk about their centre-back chemistry and their new rivalry with Man City. And Juliette Ferrington talks with Pep Guardiola, who talks of the relentlessness of his schedule, the bite between City and Arsenal, and the importance of staying in contention for this period.
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Old Trafford super stadium | Michael Oliver controversy | City win with debutants
26/01/2025 Duración: 42minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Melissa Reddy to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at Manchester United, and news of government backing for an Old Trafford regeneration project; Darren explains plans for a 100,000 seater super stadium.Next to the title race. Arsenal were victorious at Wolves but Michael Oliver made himself the star of the show, after giving Myles Lewis-Skelly a controversial red card in the first half. Melissa believes it should have been a yellow card, and sees Arteta’s furious reaction as a buildup of bad decisions against Arsenal this season. Meanwhile, Melissa is impressed that Liverpool continue their relentless winning ways, and believes they’ll be hard to catch, despite a new manager and three of their biggest players out of contract in the summer.Finally, we look at Manchester City, who are back in a winning groove after beating Chelsea 3-1. Darren looks at Khusanov and Marmoush’s contrasting debuts, ar
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Arsenal title blow | Return of Moyes | Pep surprise at Haaland deal
19/01/2025 Duración: 49minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Paul Gilmore to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We begin by looking at the title race. With Darwin Nunez’ two late goals to win at Brentford and Arsenal blowing a two-goal lead at home, Paul mentions the depth of Liverpool’s squad and lack of injuries as reasons why Liverpool are clear favourites.Next we discuss Ange Postecoglou and Tottenham’s poor league form. Sitting in fifteenth position post-North London Derby loss, Paul mentions the club are trying a different route to the years of Conte and Mourinho and with a bad spell of injuries, Ange needs patience and unity. Elsewhere, Juliette Ferrington sits down with David Moyes, who says he always wanted to come back to Merseyside if the opportunity arose, and whilst he acknowledges he is returning to a different club, he’s also returning as “different Moyes.”Also, Natalie Gedra chats with Liam Delap, who talks of hitting the ground running in the Premier League,
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Salah’s legacy season his last at Liverpool? | Amorim on ‘relegation form’ | Arsenal suffer slip at Brighton
05/01/2025 Duración: 44minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports reporter Gary Cotterill to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start with Patrick Davidson’s interview with Mo Salah, who says he listed winning the Premier League as his main goal before the season started, that he is far from any progress concerning his contract situation and that he regularly talks with Jurgen Klopp.Next to Arsenal, and after a seventh draw away at Brighton, Darren believes they need a Haaland-esque goal-scorer to get closer to Liverpool; and whilst unforunate, Saliba’s mis-timed header was correct to be given as a penalty.Elsewhere, David Craig sits down with Ruben Amorim, to talk of United’s ‘relegation form’ and the subsequent pressure from losing games. Amorim comments on the need to adapt tactically, his desire to be a parental figure to some of his players, and on not playing Rashford - “Marcus has to want it really, really bad.”
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Relegation-form Man City | Jesus stuns Palace | Heated Rashford debate | Ange Big Exclusive
22/12/2024 Duración: 43minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports senior reporter Melissa Reddy to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start with Manchester City’s crisis after a defeat at Villa Park; a ninth loss in twelve matches but Melissa believes the most damning observation is it’s no longer a surprise.Next, Arsenal’s emphatic win at Crystal Palace. Gabriel Jesus’s five goals in four days contributes in a big way to Arsenal’s open-play goals, but star boy Bukayo Saka left Selhurst Park on crutches and will be a big miss.Then a heated debate, as Melissa and Darren argue over whether Marcus Rashford deserves greater criticism after stating he is ready for a new challenge.Elsewhere, David Craig sits down with Ange Postecoglu, who talks of Spurs being entertainers, his love of the team scoring goals and how “there may be a world in which we exist, where Jamie Carragher is wrong.”
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Pep and De Bruyne on City’s struggle | Ten-men title favourites Liverpool | Are Arsenal Set Piece FC?
15/12/2024 Duración: 49minRob Jones is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports Chief Reporter Kaveh Solhekol to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start with Manchester City, and with only one win in ten, Kaveh talks of Pep Guardiola being at tipping point. Juliette Ferrington sits down with the Manchester City boss, who says his players have had greater success than any team and would have won again this season had it not been for the relentless schedule of fixtures.Next to Liverpool, who came from behind with ten men to gain a point against Fulham. Was Robertson’s sending off incident a clear goal-scoring opportunity? Darren believes so, Kaveh disagrees, but both place Slot’s team clear title favourites.Also, with no goal in open play for five and half hours for Arsenal, Kaveh criticises Arteta for taking Odegaard off; will their failure to consistently score goals be their Achilles heel?Elsewhere, we discuss Gareth Southgate’s pending knighthood and issues with the Saudi World Cup.Finally, Natalie Gedra sits
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Ashworth surprise Man Utd exit | City suffer at Palace | Maresca on Chelsea Italian Job | Ange on fans altercation
08/12/2024 Duración: 55minVicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and the Chief Football Writer for The Daily Telegraph Sam Wallace to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start by discussing Manchester United, as Dan Ashworth leaves his post as sporting director. Are the costs of such departures from the club being passed on to the fans?Next to Manchester City, who dropped points for the fifth time in six matches at Selhurst Park; Sam believes Rico Lewis’ red card challenge was reckless, but didn’t see this City downfall coming.Also, Patrick Davidson chats with Enzo Maresca, who talks of the Italian connection at Chelsea and chances of winning the Premier League this season. And finally, we have James Savundra’s interview with Ange Postecoglu, discussing the altercation with supporters and not having the squad to keep players accountable.