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#153: Man City, Premier League Champions 2017-1857:52

2d ago57:52

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Manchester City are the Premier League champions 2017/18; it's not like you didn't see this happening, but what you mightn't have predicted is that they'd be awarded the title after Manchester United lost 1-0 to West Brom. The only team that have Man City's number is Liverpool as they confirm their place in the semi-finals of the Champions Leag ...…

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#152: The City That's Gone Asleep43:43

9d ago43:43

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Manchester City have a horrendous week as Guardiola's men lose 3-0 to Liverpool in the Champions League and 3-2 to Manchester United in the Premier League. Everton and Liverpool's derby doesn't produce as many fireworks as the Manchester variant. And Harry Kane wants the goal that isn't his, and by God he's going to have that goal that isn't hi ...…

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#151: Alli-oop57:55

16d ago57:55

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Spurs beat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge as Dele Alli reminds everyone he’s not a bad player. Manchester City destroy Everton as they edge even closer to the Premier League title. And Alan Pardew’s time at West Brom, and potentially Premier League management for good, is done. All this plus Win, Lose, or Draw where it pays to go it alone. Get your ...…

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#150: Dutch Courage47:32

23d ago47:32

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The Three Lions roar in Amsterdam as Gareth Southgate's lads beat the Netherlands, and Dan is most definitely in it for the long haul. Elsewhere non-essential international friendlies took place. Good craic. Joey Barton's Banterrific Banterman Bonanza sees a comeback for the ages, a t-shirt argument, and something Neil Warnock related. All this ...…

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#149: Nemanja is an Island51:12

1M ago51:12

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Manchester United may have beaten Brighton and sealed their place in the final four of the FA Cup, but without the island of personality that is Nemanja Matic, where would they be? Chelsea, Southampton and Spurs join them in the final stages of the FA Cup and there's a lot riding on this competition for all involved. In the Premier League, Mo S ...…

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#148: Olympic n' Mix1:14:33

1M ago1:14:33

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Colm returns (unscathed) after his journey to the London Stadium as West Ham lose 3-0 to Burnley, Jamie Carragher spits at a moving car as Liverpool are outclassed by Man United, and Southampton need a new manager as Pellegrino's given the boot. Joey Barton's Banterrific Banterman Bonanza continues the trend of violent acts as it includes a red ...…

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#147: Brighton Eyes47:38

1M ago47:38

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Even though we were forced to miss a week, not an awful lot has changed. Man City beat everyone (and are Carabao Cup winners), Arsenal aren't fantastic, oh, and Brighton are pretty decent, too. Lionel Messi's efforts basically decide the La Liga title and, sadly, Fiorentina captain Davide Astori died of cardiac arrest at the young age of 31. Jo ...…

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#146: West Brom vs Southampton Was Filmed in Front of a Live Stadium Audience55:22

2M ago55:22

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The FA Cup 5th round proved more entertaining than we envisioned as Wigan's Will Grigg was on fire against Man City, and Rochdale's big Steve Davies came up trumps against Spurs. But the real story of the week revolved around four West Brom players, a few bags of chips, and a taxi in Barcelona. Joey Barton's Banterrific Banterman Bonanza has a ...…

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#145: Paulitics1:03:45

2M ago1:03:45

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Paul Pogba was hauled off the pitch as Man United lost 1-0 to Newcastle United leading many to believe there's trouble between the £90m man and his boss. Spurs bossed their North London rivals around the pitch as Lacazette couldn't convert in front of goal. And we pay tribute to the late Liam Miller who lost his life to pancreatic cancer last F ...…

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#144: Chitty Chitty Aubameyang58:23

2M ago58:23

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Aubameyang has arrived at the Emirates and factored into Arsenal's 5-1 demolition of Everton, but Ramsey and Mkhitaryan contributed a bit, too. While penalties may have dominated the discussion around Liverpool and Spurs' 2-2 draw, let's not forget that we saw two impeccable goals from Wanyama and Salah on the day, too. And does Antonio Conte w ...…

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#143: A Complete VARce51:06

3M ago51:06

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VAR was the star of the show at Anfield as West Brom beat Liverpool despite losing many, many minutes to the video assistant referee. Newport County will be heading to Wembley in their FA Cup replay as they held Spurs to a 1-1 draw. And Leroy Sane was taken out in Wales, but Neil Warnock would have you believe it was England. Rumour Has It heat ...…

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#142: Hi-ho, Silva! Away!50:40

3M ago50:40

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Watford lost 2-0 to Leicester City and it was the nail in Marco Silva's Hornet-shaped coffin as he has been replaced by Javi Gracia, but what's next for the man that was almost Everton manager? James McCarthy suffered a horrific leg break in a freak accident with Salamon Rondon in Everton's game with West Brom. And Liverpool's 1-0 loss to Swans ...…

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#141: Ox Office Attraction59:55

3M ago59:55

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Liverpool and Man City treated us to a seven goal thriller at Anfield as the home side defeated the champion elect with an in form Oxlade-Chamberlain, a sensational Firmino, and a song that we've taken into our hearts. Spurs destroyed Everton as Heung-Min Son was the humble star of a 4-0 thrashing. And after being a bit further down on their sh ...…

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#140: Lichaj Hopes1:02:55

3M ago1:02:55

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The FA Cup third round saw Arsenal fall to Nottingham Forest and the wannabe dog owner Eric Lichaj, Virgil Van Dijk becomes an instant hero at Anfield after helping Liverpool defeat their bitter rivals, and Erik Lamela is apparently a very nice man. We also look at the biggest match-up of the week: Jose Mourinho vs Antonio Conte. The two manage ...…

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#139: Good and Twenty1:08:26

4M ago1:08:26

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Are there too many matches on over the Christmas period? Perhaps. Do the TFH crew try and cover all 20 Premier League games since the last episode? Without a shadow of a doubt. They start with the sublime 2-2 draw between Arsenal and Chelsea which, despite the controversy surrounding the penalty, was a wonderful game for the neutral. Man City a ...…

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#138: Nullmoney54:03

4M ago54:03

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Burnley get a point at Old Trafford as Jose Mourinho complains about not having enough money to strengthen his Man United side. Harry Kane is better than Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and many others as he breaks records against Southampton. And West Ham and Bournemouth battle it out in a six goal thriller. Adele returns with Rumour Has It as ...…

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#137: Baby, There's Goals Outside42:12

4M ago42:12

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Liverpool and Arsenal leave a wonderful Christmas present under the fooballing tree with a 3-3 draw. Burnley may have been beaten convincingly by Spurs, but we take some time to congratulate them on their season thus far. And goals from Harry Maguire and Jamie Vardy bag Leicester City a point against Man United. All this plus Win, Lose, or Draw ...…

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#136: As Spurs The Norm56:59

4M ago56:59

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Manchester City get kicked around by Tottenham, but end up the arse kickers on the scoreboard. Lanzini's fall gets debated as West Ham defeat Stoke 3-0. And there's a new Fab Four in Liverpool, riding up the charts. Joey Barton's Banterrific Banterman Bonanza gets sparky, and bitter. All this plus Win, Lose, or Draw where things are getting tig ...…

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#135: Milk Bottled It38:50

4M ago38:50

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Man City are now 11 points clear of their nearest rivals in Man United after beating them 2-1 in the biggest game of the season. Jurgen Klopp doesn't take too kindly to Everton's style of a play as the Merseyside derby ends in a 1-1 draw. David Moyes tries to change the fortunes of West Ham United by beating London rivals Chelsea by a single go ...…

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#134: Seize De Gea1:11:30

5M ago1:11:30

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The best game this season happened this past weekend at the Emirates stadium as Arsenal lost out to Man United and heroics from David De Gea. Manchester City sneak past West Ham United on the way to the most important game of their season. And the World Cup 2018 draw took place and saw England put in the same group as Belgium, Panama and Tunisi ...…

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#133: Salah's Field56:31

5M ago56:31

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A Willian cross saves a point for Chelsea against the might of one Mo Salah and Liverpool. Crystal Palace's form picking up as Loftus Cheek and Zaha push the club further away from the drop zone. And Huddersfield make Man City sweat until Raheem Sterling saves the day. Joey Barton's Banteriffic Banterman Bonanza: In Memoriam includes a tea-sipp ...…

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#132: Ozil Warming1:02:56

5M ago1:02:56

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Wenger went with Ozil, Sanchez, and Lacazette against bitter rivals Tottenham Hotspur and it proved to be the right decision as they beat their neighbours 2-0. West Brom's 0-4 loss to Chelsea was the final straw for Tony Pulis as he was handed his P45 by the club. And Manchester United welcomed back a warrior in Paul Pogba and a lion in Zlatan ...…

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#131: Irish Eyes Aren't Smiling1:01:04

5M ago1:01:04

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The 32 teams that will be at the World Cup in Russia are almost all sorted and two teams that won't be there are Ireland and Northern Ireland as both lost out to Denmark and Switzerland, respectively. So, what next for Martin O' Neill and his aging side, and where does Michael O' Neill go from here? Joey Barton's Banteriffic Banterman Bonanza: ...…

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#130: Jobs for the Moyes35:25

5M ago35:25

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Slavin Bilic is out and David Moyes is in as West Ham United lose 4-1 to Liverpool. After spending a ridiculous amount of money on him, Arsene Wenger leaves Alexandre Lacazette on the bench, only bringing him on for a consolation goal in Arsenal's defeat to Man City. And David Unsworth picks up an important win against Watford, but Everton are ...…

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#129: The Silence of the Fans47:16

6M ago47:16

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Jose Mourinho and Manchester United shush critics in the stands as they pick up a good three points against title rivals Spurs. Joe Hart is none too pleased with Antonio at the end of West Ham's game against Crystal Palace. And Leicester get the new manager bounce from Claude Puel's arrival, while David Unsworth struggles at Everton. Joey Barto ...…

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#128: Koeman Resources59:55

6M ago59:55

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After collapsing at the hands of Arsenal at the weekend, Everton sacked Ronald Koeman, but what can his successor really do? Dejan Lovren got the brunt of the blame for Liverpool's defensive errors against the much stronger Tottenham Hotspur. And Chelsea get past Watford thanks to goals from the inconsistent Michy Batshuayi. Joey Barton's Bante ...…

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#127: Troy Deeney Waxing54:38

6M ago54:38

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It’s that time of the year to question Arsenal’s grit again as Troy Deeney, or “The Equaliser”, proved the pivotal man in Watford’s win. Wilfried Zaha’s comeback for Crystal Palace coincides with the club’s first Premier League win this season, and against the champions, no less. And Craig Shakespeare has been sacked by the Leicester City board ...…

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#126: Here We Go McClean44:48

6M ago44:48

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It's The Football Huddle on the road this week as Colm and Andrew are joined by original Huddler Stephen Twomey as they chat the final few World Cup 2018 qualifiers on their way back from Cardiff. Ireland pulled it out of the bag and got an important victory in Wales, and join Northern Ireland in the playoffs. Wales are at a pivotal stage in th ...…

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#125: Kane's Awe Massacre59:44

7M ago59:44

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After a horrendous August and a sublime September, we ask if Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane is truly world class after bagging two goals against Huddersfield. Manchester City continue their dominance with a great performance against title contenders Chelsea. And Ireland FC gut out a 1-0 win against a lacklustre Everton at Goodison Park. Joey Ba ...…

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#124: Jurgen Myth1:02:42

7M ago1:02:42

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We all know Liverpool are weak at the back, but is it time to ask questions of manager Jurgen Klopp rather than continuing to point the finger at the likes of Matip and Lovren. Manchester City continue to impress with a selfless Sergio Aguero and a squad worthy of rotating. And Everton's star man against Bournemouth was, the one-time outcast, O ...…

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#123: City in Pink48:38

7M ago48:38

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Manchester City dazzle against Watford with stellar performances from De Bruyne, Aguero and basically everyone else. Man United didn't exactly do similar, but they did pick up all three points in the game where they welcomed back Wayne. And Arsenal were, surprisingly, better than Chelsea at the weekend. Joey Barton's Banteriffic Banterman Bonan ...…

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#122: DeBoered to Tears1:00:34

7M ago1:00:34

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Frank de Boer managed four games as boss at Crystal Palace, and Roy Hodgson is the new man in place to lead the London club to glory. Sadio Mane's red card against Man City split everyone as he split open Ederson's head with his boot. And it's no longer August, so Harry Kane has decided it's time to score and factored heavily in Tottenham's 3-0 ...…

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#121: O' Neill or No Neill1:19:56

7M ago1:19:56

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After getting 1 point from a possible 6 against Georgia and Serbia, Ireland now find themselves with a mountain to climb to get to Russia. England's results are irrelevant when the fans want performances that excite. And Northern Ireland quietly go about their business, and are ready to board the plane for World Cup 2018. Deadline Day has come ...…

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#120: Stick It Up Your Arsenal1:16:26

8M ago1:16:26

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Mo Salah stands out in Liverpool's demolition of a horrendous Arsenal side, and questions have to be asked (for the eleventh time) of what's going on at the club. Newcastle United steamroll West Ham as Slaven Bilic's job is a topic of conversation. And was Raheem Sterling right to celebrate in the crowd after sealing the three points for Manche ...…

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#119: Barriers to Wembley1:19:38

8M ago1:19:38

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Tottenham Hotspur better shake off the Wembley jitters pretty soon or they'll find this season difficult after their 2-1 loss to Chelsea. Arsenal wish that they had Jesé's goal at the weekend as Stoke City beat them 1-0 in a result that surprised at first, but really, what did we expect? And Wayne Rooney continues to impress at his new club, as ...…

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#118: Sliced and Dyched1:27:54

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The current reigning and defending champions fall to the might of Sean Dyche's Burnley (and Stephen Ward's fancy footwork) and look very unsettled at this early stage. Man City are the team to beat after breaking down new boys Brighton, with Stephen Ireland back in the starting XI. And Man U's Summer signings paid off in their opening fixture a ...…

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#117: Premier League 2017-18 Season Preview1:50:14

9M ago1:50:14

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After a long Summer break where the boys have seen Ronald McDonald get involved in our chosen sport, among other wonderful things, they're back to discuss the forthcoming Premier League season team-by-team. Will Everton's spending see them break the glass ceiling? Will Lukaku be that secret ingredient Mourinho needs to propel his Man United sid ...…

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#116: Real Madrid, Champions League Winners 2016-171:01:20

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For the third time in four years, and the first team to win the competition consecutively, Real Madrid are champions of Europe. The lads dissect the Champions League final between the Spanish giants and Juventus including Mandzukic's wonder goal, Sergio Ramos' tactics, Zinedine Zidane's managerial prowess and Cristiano Ronaldo's transformation. ...…

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#115: Arsenal, FA Cup Winners 2016-171:10:30

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After a whirlwind season, and a controversial Alexis Sanchez goal, Arsenal came up trumps against Chelsea at the weekend and won the FA Cup Final — Wenger had to get a contract extension really, didn't he? Manchester United defeated Ajax quite comfortably in the Europa League final, cementing their Champions League status for next season. And F ...…

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#114: Premier League 2016-17 Season Review2:24:27

11M ago2:24:27

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This season has had a lot. Claudio Ranieri's exit and Leicester City's downfall and then resurgence. Arsenal and the Wenger In/Out saga. Big Sam keeping Crystal Palace alive in the top flight. David Moyes and the tragic comedy that was Sunderland. Both Manchester clubs failing to deliver on their promise. Spurs going one step further but not fa ...…

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#113: Chelsea, Premier League Champions 2016/1758:57

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They made it official: After defeating West Brom 1-0, Chelsea are indeed the champions of England and deservedly so, if only for Diego Costa's celebrations. Hull City are down after a terrible performance against Crystal Palace which become yet another team that Sam Allardyce has saved. And White Hart Lane gets torn down after Tottenham Hotspur ...…

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#112: Lanzini in a Bottle54:23

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Spurs slip up against West Ham and basically ensure a Chelsea Premier League win at the London Stadium. Sunderland throw a spanner in the works at the bottom of the table as the beat Hull City 2-0 while having nothing to play for. And the most boring Manchester United and Arsenal game ever took place, too. As well as that, Rumour Has It focuses ...…

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#111: Bad Moyes, Bad Moyes1:09:02

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Sunderland's fate is sealed as they're relegated with a whimper against a much better Bournemouth side and David Moyes is trying to hang onto a job. Spurs completely outclass a terrible Arsenal side in a one-sided North London derby. But like most weeks, that's irrelevant anyway because Chelsea are just so damn good. As well as that, Rumour Has ...…

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#110: Chelsea Monster1:11:14

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Spurs were excellent against Chelsea in an FA Cup semi-final for the ages but it just wasn't enough as the championship-winning mentality of Antonio Conte's side won out on the day. Arsenal attempt to salvage their season as they get stuck into Manchester City setting up an all-London final. And El Clasico takes the crown for the best game of t ...…

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#109: You Can Stand Under Ander Herrera1:07:16

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Ander Herrera bosses the midfield and Marcus Rashford shows his worth as Manchester United beat the champions elect. Sam Allardyce continues to prove early critics wrong as he brinngs more points to Selhurst Park as Crystal Palace pull back a draw against Leicester City. And Ross Barkley ends his tumultuous week on a high note. As well as that, ...…

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#108: The Crystal Daze1:01:39

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As bad as they are at the minute, I don't think anyone could've predicted that Arsenal would falter at the hands of Crystal Palace. Spurs continue to show their class by continuing to win, even if it's probably all for nothing. And Ronald Koeman proves that Shakespeare's Leicester aren't impenetrable by beating them 4-2. As well as that, Rumour ...…

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#107: Oops!...He Wilfried it Again1:00:19

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Chelsea fall to Crystal Palace and the resurgence of Ivory Coast's own Wilfried Zaha. Arsenal and Man City decide that neither team are worthy enough of taking all three points away from their game. And the Merseyside derby is rough on most days, but Ross Barkley was hellbent at the weekend. As well as that, Rumour Has It focuses on the latest ...…

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#106: Not That Kind of Taylor57:18

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In what was a drab 90 minutes of football, the most noteworthy thing to come out of Ireland vs. Wales was Neil Taylor's challenge on Seamus Coleman, and whether or not there should be a more sever punishment for tackles like this. England fans make headlines in their Germany friendly, while Jermain Defoe's comeback against Slovenia proves fruit ...…

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#105: Winging it at The Hawthorns1:03:52

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Arsene Wenger knows his future but no one else does as duelling planes fly over The Hawthorns in West Brom's 3-1 victory over the Gunners. While Man City's 1-1 draw with Liverpool was Pep Guardiola's greatest day in his life, Andrew wasn't too impressed with it. And we shine a light on what Antonio Conte has done with his exceptional back three ...…

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#104: N'Golo Finish56:33

1y ago56:33

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Chelsea beat Manchester United in the quarter final of the FA Cup as N'Golo Kante continues to lay claim to the player of the season nod. In the Premier League, Hull City continue to defy all odds by picking up vital points with Everton castoff Oumar Niasse. And was Barcelona's 6-1 win against Paris Saint Germain the greatest comeback in footba ...…

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