Best David Ornstein Podcasts (2024)

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David Ornstein: Deadline Day Deals, Toney & Guéhi Transfer Sagas & Caddying For Alan Shearer 37:14

14d ago37:14

37:14

What deals might we expect to see this Deadline Day? Where will Ivan Toney end up playing this season? Will there be a big move for Marc Guéhi? And what happened when David snuck onto a golf course with the England football team as a kid? Gary is joined by football correspondent David Ornstein to discuss his route into journalism and how he ended u…

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The Preview - Manchester City vs Arsenal 45:27

1h ago45:27

45:27

Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where each week we’ll be going deep on the biggest game of the weekend. This week — we’re focusing on 1st vs 2nd as Manchester City host Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. Plus, we look at the fixtures elsewhere with drop ins from the club podcasts across our network. Host: Adam Leventhal With: Tim Spiers, Jon…

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Raya’s Moment Of Magic & Villa Shine On European Return 46:15

17m ago46:15

46:15

Where does David Raya’s double save rank on the list of great saves? How far will Aston Villa go in the Champions League this season after an impressive start? Will the new format give Celtic a better chance of being more competitive in the tournament? Gary and Micah review the return of the Champions League and we get all the gossip from David Bec…

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What can Aston Villa achieve this season? 43:28

33m ago43:28

43:28

Today we’re focusing on Aston Villa - looking at their season so far and what was a hectic summer transfer window.. So how is Unai Emery’s side managing the demands of both Champions League and Premier League football? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Thom Harris who was there to witness Villa’s return to action in the Champions League th…

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Transfer Window post-mortem | Market collapse? | Europe’s Big Five reviewed 1:07:09

3h ago1:07:09

1:07:09

Ronan Murphy is joined by ‘big five’ experts Paul Macdonald, Peter Staunton, Robin Bairner and Carlo Garganese to analyse the transfer market and more. + The end of the mega transfer? + Chelea’s wild approach + Slot’s long-term plan + Mbappe’s ‘free’ transfer + Broke Barcelona + Simeone’s spending spree + PSG’s new approach + Ligue 1’s TV nightmare…

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How do Real Madrid keep their Galacticos happy? 41:50

1h ago41:50

41:50

Today we’re focusing on Real Madrid and their super star players - The Galacticos. So how does Carlo Ancelotti manage the talent and the egos to deliver on the pitch? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Dermot Corrigan, Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero and Ramón Calderón Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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Who Are The Best Team To Ever Be Relegated? 29:12

9m ago29:12

29:12

Leeds 03/04? West Ham 02/03? Newcastle 08/09? Who were the best side to ever get relegated from the Premier League and what went wrong to have such talented bunch of players and still go down? Gary, Alan and Micah also debate whether compensation for managers should be a lot higher and discuss the best and worst haircuts in football. Sign up to The…

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Man City's 115 charges: how could they be punished if they lose the case? 47:37

25m ago47:37

47:37

Today we’re focusing on Manchester City’s 115 charges for alleged breaches of financial rules after the long-awaited hearing started earlier this week. So how might all this play out for City? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Phil Hay and Matt Slater Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon…

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Is Arsenal's squad deep enough to match Man City? 45:17

1h ago45:17

45:17

After victory in the North London derby, is Arsenal's leaner squad capable of keeping pace with Manchester City across both the Premier League and the Champions League? Also, David Ornstein will bring us all the details of manager Mikel Arteta’s new contract And what does defeat to Arsenal say about how far Ange Postecoglou are behind their local r…

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Arsenal’s Grit Sees Off Spurs, Toon’s Team Spirit & Forest’s Performance Of The Weekend 51:09

11m ago51:09

51:09

How much of an impact will Arsenal’s win in the North London Derby have on next week’s clash with Man City? Why are Newcastle picking up points even though they’re not playing at their best? How far can Nottingham Forest go this season? Gary, Alan and Micah reflect on this biggest headlines from this weekend and also explain how the Match Of The Da…

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The Preview - Tottenham vs Arsenal 47:17

4h ago47:17

47:17

Welcome to The Preview on The Athletic FC, where each week we’ll be going deep on the biggest game of the weekend. This week — we’re focusing on the North London derby as Spurs host Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Plus, we look at the fixtures elsewhere with drop ins from the club podcasts across our network. Host: Adam Leventhal With: Jo…

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Cesc Fàbregas: Choosing Chelsea over Man City & Man Utd, How Late Night Nesquik Fuelled Spain To World Cup Glory & His Favourite For The Ballon d’Or 40:13

10d ago40:13

40:13

What did Jose Mourinho do to make sure Cesc joined Chelsea in 2014 instead of Man City or Man Utd? How did bizarre team meetings in Pepe Reina’s room at midnight the night before every game inspire Spain to World Cup victory? Could we see a full-back win the Ballon d’Or this year? The second part of Gary’s conversation with Cesc Fàbregas sees the p…

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How do sporting directors prove their worth? 42:08

17h ago42:08

42:08

These days, most Premier League clubs have an executive to deal with transfers. From Richard Hughes swapping Bournemouth for Liverpool this summer to Manchester United’s pursuit of Dan Ashworth and Newcastle replacing him with Paul Mitchell who has got off to a tricky start. So, when a transfer window doesn’t go to plan, is the sporting director to…

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Is too much football ruining the game? 33:55

1d ago33:55

33:55

Football is at breaking point. That's the message of yet another stark warning from FIFPro who recently suggested that this season will be the "worst ever" for player workload. We have PFA Chief Exec Maheta Molango on to explain what he's hearing from players, the impact this could have on its youngest stars, and whether we're heading towards a str…

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Cesc Fàbregas: The Genius Of Wenger, Why He Threw That Slice Of Pizza At Fergie & Getting Into Trouble With The German Police 41:57

2d ago41:57

41:57

What was it that set Arsène Wenger apart from other managers? Was Cesc really aiming for Fergie with that pepperoni pizza in the tunnel at Old Trafford? How did he end up spending hours in a police station after a night out at the 2006 World Cup in Germany? Gary is joined by the brilliant Cesc Fàbregas to discuss the early days of his career with B…

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The Chelsea ownership crisis explained 50:58

3d ago50:58

50:58

Since Roman Abramovich put Chelsea up for sale over two years ago, the club has been plagued with instability on and off the pitch. This week - things have got worse - Clearlake and Todd Boehly’s relationship is at breaking point and the ownership is in crisis. So why has this partnership fractured, and what does it mean for Chelsea’s future? Host:…

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Is Pochettino the right fit for USMNT? 43:01

4d ago43:01

43:01

Mauricio Pochettino is set to be confirmed as the new head coach of the US Men’s National Team The Argentine takes charge less than two years out from co-hosting the World Cup So, is Pochettino the right choice to turn US fortunes into an American dream? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Felipe Cardenas to analyse the pote…

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England’s New Purpose, Grealish as a No.10 & San Marino’s Delight 32:47

4d ago32:47

32:47

Who impressed the most in a new-look England side? Is the number ten role Jack Grealish’s best position? Will Nicko Sensoli ever buy a drink in San Marino again after his goal gave his side their first win in 20 years? Gary, Alan and Micah discuss what differences we saw from England in Lee Carsley’s first game as boss and reflect on the other head…

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Premier League Review: What we've learned so far 54:09

7d ago54:09

54:09

Adam Leventhal is joined by Tim Spiers and Jon Mackenzie to assess the opening three weeks of the 24/25 Premier League season. The panel reflect on Liverpool's 3-0 victory at Old Trafford, Everton's collapse at home to Bournemouth, and back to back hat-tricks for Erling Haaland - helping Manchester City start the season as they ended last. We also …

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John Barnes: The Real Reason Behind Slot’s Great Start & How To Succeed At Liverpool 52:13

12d ago52:13

52:13

Why has Arne Slot had such a great start to life at Liverpool when so many others have struggled taking over from successful managers at big clubs? What’s the secret to success at a club like Liverpool? Gary is joined by England, Liverpool and Watford legend John Barnes to discuss how his upbringing influenced his entire footballing career and who …

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Is the Premier League losing control of PSR? 43:46

16d ago43:46

43:46

This week, Leicester City won their appeal against a Premier League charge for PSR breaches. Everton & Nottingham Forest have already been punished for financial rule breaking and Manchester City face multiple charges of their own, so how did Leicester avoid a points deduction and what does it mean for PSR? Ian Irving is joined by The Athletic's se…

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Why has Osimhen ended up in Turkey? 44:01

12d ago44:01

44:01

Victor Osimhen was once the hottest strikers in European football. But instead of a move to PSG or Chelsea, the 25-year-old is swapping Naples for Istanbul. So… how has Osimhen ended up at Galatasaray? Host: Ian Irving With: James Horncastle and Carl Anka Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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Will The New Champions League Format Work? 34:20

9d ago34:20

34:20

What do the boys think of the new Champions League system? Who deserves the Ballon d’Or this year? Why could Federico Chiesa be the signing of the transfer window? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss how players spread transfer rumours about themselves to help negotiate better new contracts with their current clubs. Sign up to The Rest Is Football ne…

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Can Everton be saved? 50:25

10d ago50:25

50:25

Today we’re focusing on the Premier League club that is rock bottom of the table after three straight losses. Meanwhile, off the pitch, their future is still up in the air. So… what now for Everton? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Paddy Boyland, Phil Hay and Matt Slater Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou Learn more about your ad ch…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

David Ornstein Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Athletic FC Podcast

The Athletic

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The Rest Is Football

Goalhanger

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The Transfers Podcast

The Transfers Podcast

1
The Overlap

The Overlap

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What's The Point

FiveThirtyEight, 538, ESPN, Jody Avirgan

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David Ornstein: Deadline Day Deals, Toney & Guéhi Transfer Sagas & Caddying For Alan Shearer 37:14

1
The Preview - Manchester City vs Arsenal 45:27

1
Raya’s Moment Of Magic & Villa Shine On European Return 46:15

1
What can Aston Villa achieve this season? 43:28

1
Transfer Window post-mortem | Market collapse? | Europe’s Big Five reviewed 1:07:09

1
How do Real Madrid keep their Galacticos happy? 41:50

1
Who Are The Best Team To Ever Be Relegated? 29:12

1
Man City's 115 charges: how could they be punished if they lose the case? 47:37

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Is Arsenal's squad deep enough to match Man City? 45:17

1
Arsenal’s Grit Sees Off Spurs, Toon’s Team Spirit & Forest’s Performance Of The Weekend 51:09

1
The Preview - Tottenham vs Arsenal 47:17

1
Cesc Fàbregas: Choosing Chelsea over Man City & Man Utd, How Late Night Nesquik Fuelled Spain To World Cup Glory & His Favourite For The Ballon d’Or 40:13

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How do sporting directors prove their worth? 42:08

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Is too much football ruining the game? 33:55

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Cesc Fàbregas: The Genius Of Wenger, Why He Threw That Slice Of Pizza At Fergie & Getting Into Trouble With The German Police 41:57

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The Chelsea ownership crisis explained 50:58

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Is Pochettino the right fit for USMNT? 43:01

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England’s New Purpose, Grealish as a No.10 & San Marino’s Delight 32:47

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Premier League Review: What we've learned so far 54:09

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John Barnes: The Real Reason Behind Slot’s Great Start & How To Succeed At Liverpool 52:13

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Is the Premier League losing control of PSR? 43:46

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Why has Osimhen ended up in Turkey? 44:01

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Will The New Champions League Format Work? 34:20

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Can Everton be saved? 50:25

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