Best Mark Aston Podcasts (2024)

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Can Man City's dominance be separated from their 115 charges? 42:26

23m ago42:26

42:26

Manchester City have created English football history by winning a fourth consecutive top flight title. But do Pep Guardiola’s side get the recognition their achievements deserve? Does future dominance depend on how long the manager stays and is the whole debate overshadowed by the 115 charges they face for alleged breaches of Premier League financ…

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Premier League last day and race for Europe 42:19

4d ago42:19

42:19

It’s matchday 38 in the Premier League and the title race is down to the final day with Man City taking on West Ham and Arsenal up against Everton. The race for Europe involves the following matches: Sheffield United vs Spurs, Chelsea vs Bournemouth, Brentford vs Newcastle and Brighton vs Manchester United. Host: Adam Leventhal With: Tim Spiers and…

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Who Will Take The Title? 46:58

1h ago46:58

46:58

Mark Chapman, Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha and Statman Dave are joined by former Arsenal and Manchester City star Gael Clichy to look ahead to a huge final day of the Premier League season. After City’s victory over Tottenham on Tuesday, is the title race effectively over, or will nerves get the better of them against West Ham? Gael shares…

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What made Postecoglou so angry? 35:18

8m ago35:18

35:18

Ange Postecoglou was clearly furious after Tottenham’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City. But what made him so upset after what was one of Spurs’ better performances in recent months? And was he right to be so angry? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Tottenham writers Charlie Eccleshare & Jack Pitt-Brooke who are also on our Spurs pod View Fro…

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Can Glasner's resurgent Palace keep Olise and Eze? 39:54

3h ago39:54

39:54

On Monday, The Athletic reported news of Bayern Munich’s attempt to prize Oliver Glasner from Crystal Palace for a hefty sum. That’s credit to the remarkable job Glasner has done since succeeding Roy Hodgson just three months ago. The Austrian coach has taken Palace to safety in style - but the big question is: can the club keep hold of their star …

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Would Man United & Newcastle really want the Conference League? 46:41

36m ago46:41

46:41

Newcastle United face Manchester United on Wednesday with both clubs competing for a place in Europe next season. But is the increased strain on squads that comes with qualifying for UEFA’s lesser competitions actually worth it? Or would a season out of Europe allow both sides to regroup and build again? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Carl Anka and Geo…

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Como Go Up & Can Spurs Do Arsenal A Favour? 42:18

3d ago42:18

42:18

Mark Chapman, Premier League winner Cesc Fàbregas, former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha, and Statman Dave reflect on Arsenal’s 1-0 victory against Manchester United, which takes the title race down to the final day of the season. How impressive have Arsenal been, especially defensively with the pairing of Saliba and Gabriel? We also preview…

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Will Arsenal's process win a title? 36:02

27m ago36:02

36:02

After recording just a second win in 17 Premier League visits to Old Trafford Arsenal have taken the title race to the final day. So can Arsenal now complete the job and win the league for the first time in 20 years, despite Man City still having the title in their hands? If they fall short, does anything need to change next season and how long wit…

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Can Arsenal break Old Trafford curse? 34:12

13m ago34:12

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It’s matchday 37 in the Premier League and the main focus is on Manchester United vs Arsenal, another huge match in the title race. Elsewhere, Fulham host City and Nottingham Forest go up against Chelsea. Host: Adam Leventhal With: Tim Spiers and Jon Mackenzie Producer: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about your ad choices…

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Will Chelsea keep Pochettino next season? 40:42

22m ago40:42

40:42

Last night in L.A. Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly said he drew positives from his side’s recent form in the Premier League. So has the Chelsea project turned a corner under Mauricio Pochettino? And has he done enough to still be in charge next season? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Simon Johnson & Liam Twomey Producers: Guy Clarke & Jay Beale Executive P…

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Can Arsenal & Man City Keep Winning? 51:28

6d ago51:28

51:28

Mark Chapman, Premier League winner Cesc Fabregas, former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha, and Statman Dave preview the key matches in the Premier League title run-in. We discuss Manchester City’s visit to Fulham. How tough a challenge will Marco Silva’s team be for the champions? Arsenal meanwhile visit Manchester United. Can United bounce b…

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Why can’t Bayern Munich find a manager? 30:47

2h ago30:47

30:47

Bayern Munich announced back in February that this season would be Thomas Tuchel’s last as their manager. Fast forward three months and Bayern are yet to find a replacement. Xabi Alonso, Julian Nagelsmann, Unai Emery and now Ralf Rangnick have opted to stay at their current jobs rather than join the German club. So why are Bayern struggling to fill…

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Why does Lopetegui want West Ham? 33:45

1h ago33:45

33:45

Last night, West Ham announced that David Moyes will leave the club when his contract expires in the summer. After a prolonged search for Moyes’ successor, it seems the Hammers have landed on Julen Lopetegui. So… why have West Ham chosen the former Spain, Real Madrid and Wolves manager over other candidates? And for Lopetegui himself - what is it a…

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Clean Energy Around the Clock Today!? Inventor and Energy Dome CEO Claudio Spadacini on his New Battery 53:46

3h ago53:46

53:46

Born and raised in a small Italian town near the Swiss Alps, Claudio Spadacini learned from an early age that electricity can spark world changing innovation anywhere. Due in large part to their access to hydropower, the first car ever built in Italy came from his small town. In step, Claudio’s first aspiration was to design race cars. While he sti…

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Can anyone stop Real Madrid? 39:39

2h ago39:39

39:39

On Saturday Real Madrid were confirmed as La Liga champions for a record-extending 36th time, following Barcelona's 4-2 defeat at Girona. So how did they do it, why was this title not as easy as it looked and can anyone stop Real Madrid being European football’s dominant force? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Madrid-based writer Dermot C…

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Will Arsenal or City slip up in the title race? 41:40

14d ago41:40

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It’s matchday 36 in the Premier League and the title race is once again the main focus. Arsenal host Bournemouth while Man City go up against Wolves. Elsewhere, in the relegation battle, it’s Luton vs Everton, Burnley vs Newcastle and Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest. Host: Adam Leventhal With: Tim Spiers, Andy Jones and Jordan Campbell Produc…

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Jadon Sancho, Watered Pitches & The Relegation Battle 49:18

4d ago49:18

49:18

Mark Chapman, World Cup winner Cesc Fabregas, former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha, and Statman Dave react to the week’s Champions League action and talk all things Premier League. We discuss Jadon Sancho, whose performance for Borussia Dortmund was praised after a difficult couple of seasons at parent club, Manchester United. Cesc, Nedum a…

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New Premier League financial rules explained 44:43

4d ago44:43

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So on Monday Premier League clubs opted to push on with plans for a hard spending limit — a de facto salary cap tied to the income of the lowest earning side in the top flight. Why do some clubs want more financial regulation? Who is pushing back against it? And could this end up with legal action? The Athletic's senior football news reporter Matt …

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Inside Xavi's bizarre Barcelona U-turn 30:41

5d ago30:41

30:41

Back in January, Xavi announced he would be stepping down as Barcelona boss at the end of the season, citing the role as a “cruel job” that “wears you down”. But last week, he and Barca changed their minds - yet another twist in a rollercoaster season for the Catalans. So, why did Barca perform a dramatic U-turn on Xavi’s future? How strong is his …

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Salah set to stay at Liverpool - but for how long? 31:02

14d ago31:02

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Mohamed Salah’s heated exchange with Jurgen Klopp last weekend left many questioning whether the forward would join his manager in leaving Liverpool this summer. Then as The Athletic revealed on Monday, Liverpool expect Salah to stay this summer and are planning on him being part of their squad for next season. So, with his future back on the agend…

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Can Project Postecoglou make Spurs contenders? 33:07

17d ago33:07

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Arsenal were too much for Tottenham in yesterday’s North London derby, running out 3-2 winners at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. After the games, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou said his team needs to deal with the “details” to be contenders. So what exactly are the fine margins they are missing? And will it be enough to get to the next step and challe…

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Can Spurs halt Arsenal's title charge? 43:46

10d ago43:46

43:46

It’s matchday 35 in the Premier League and it’s a huge north London derby as Arsenal go to Spurs hoping to stay in the title race. Elsewhere, Man City go to Nottingham Forest and West Ham host Liverpool. Host: Adam Leventhal With: Tim Spiers, Charlie Eccleshare and Jay Harris Producer: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about…

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Is Slot the right man for Liverpool? 42:46

11d ago42:46

42:46

Almost three months on from Jurgen Klopp announcing his intention to stand down, Liverpool have earmarked the man they’d like to replace him. So why do Liverpool want Feyenoord’s Arne Slot? And is he the right personality to replace Klopp at Anfield? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: David Ornstein and Adam Crafton Producer: Guy Clarke Executive Producer:…

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The Title Race Is Alive & Slot To Liverpool? 43:00

12d ago43:00

43:00

Mark Chapman, World Cup winner Cesc Fàbregas, former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha, and Statman Dave react to Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Chelsea. Is the title race back alive? And are Arsenal in a better place now than they were at this stage last season? Cesc, Nedum and Statman Dave also talk about Arne Slot, who is being linked with the Liver…

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Inzaghi and Inter: What next? 41:29

12d ago41:29

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Playing an exciting brand of attacking football it’s no wonder Simone Inzaghi is now being linked to high-profile managerial jobs in England and abroad. But is he better off staying in Italy and a resurgent Serie A? Or does uncertainty around finance and the ownership at Inter mean now is the time for a new challenge? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Jam…

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Will Ruben Amorim be a Premier League manager next season? 38:27

13d ago38:27

38:27

On Monday, The Athletic revealed that West Ham have held talks with Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim to be their next manager… He is also being looked at to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool So who is Ruben Amorim and why is he in such high demand? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: David Ornstein and Mark Carey Producer: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: …

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Why Man United's Wembley embarrassment runs deep 41:19

15d ago41:19

41:19

Before taking his seat at Wembley, Sir Jim Ratcliffe completed the London Marathon and compared the race, to the job he has to do at Old Trafford. Seeing his boyhood side reach a second successive FA Cup Final was only have the story though as Erik Ten Hag's side almost squandered a 3-0 lead to be dumped out by Coventry City. So will success in the…

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Can Palmer haunt City again? 42:46

17d ago42:46

42:46

It’s matchday 34 in the Premier League as Arsenal go to Wolves in the big clash in the title race. Elsewhere, it’s the FA Cup semi-finals, as Chelsea face Man City and Manchester United go up against Coventry City. Host: Adam Leventhal With: Tim Spiers and Liam Twomey Producer: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Learn more about your ad…

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