Episodes

  • Can Aston Villa continue their momentum after historic Bayern scalp?

    Can Aston Villa continue their momentum after historic Bayern scalp?
    Oct 3 2024
    Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' for our Weekend Preview edition. Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by discussing Aston Villa's historic victory over Bayern Munich, the implications of injuries on Villa's upcoming matches, and the claim John Duran has for a start when Unai Emery's side welcome Manchester United. They also delve into the FA's handling of Jack Stephen's punishment for dissent, whether Russell Martin can turn the tide at Southampton... and Ian quizzes Chris on the Premier League's speed demons. Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton Producer: Henry Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • This is the ONLY thing keeping Erik ten Hag in a job...

    This is the ONLY thing keeping Erik ten Hag in a job...
    Sep 30 2024
    Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' In this episode, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton delve into the current state of Manchester United under Eric Ten Hag, discussing the team's identity crisis and the potential for a change in the dugout. They explore the implications of recent performances, the lack of a credible replacement for Ten Hag, and the contrasting progress being made by Tottenham and Chelsea. The lads also touch on the trend of playing out from the back and analyse Liverpool's promising start under Arne Slot, with Chris explaining what it can be like for players when a new gaffer arrives. PLUS, tune in for the latest instalment of 'Questions for Chris' Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton Producer: Henry Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Will Newcastle's off-the-pitch tensions seep into performances?

    Will Newcastle's off-the-pitch tensions seep into performances?
    Sep 26 2024
    Welcoke back to 'It's All Kicking Off' - for your Weekend Preview edition. Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton begin by focusing on Newcastle's uncertain atmosphere and hear from Mail Sport's North East Correspondent, Craig Hope, who shares his thoughts on the current state of the club and its management. They break down Arsenal's tactical approach and debate whether they're overstepping the line of legality with their corner routine. We also reflect on Manchester United's consistency issues and Tottenham's ongoing trophy drought. Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton Producer: Henry Williams Featuring: Craig Hope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • ILKAY GUNDOGAN: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

    ILKAY GUNDOGAN: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
    Sep 25 2024
    Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for an exclusive interview with Manchester City's iconic, treble-winning captain, Ilkay Gundogan. Our podcast host, and Mail Sport's Football Editor, Ian Ladyman, sat down with the returning star, as he reveals: Why Man City's rivalry with Arsenal is 'different' to Liverpool The surprise details of his return from Barcelona The role he played in getting Oasis back together Presenter: Ian Ladyman Producer: Henry Williams With thanks to: Ilkay Gundogan and Manchester City Featured in this episode: Gundogan double seals FA Cup victory for Man City | FA Cup highlights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbVs9Pn0dHE&t=29s Man City v Inter Milan (1-0) | Pep Guardiola completes Treble! Champions League Final Highlights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIS8_A5Ub34 Super sub Gundogan secures City the title! | Man City 3-2 Aston Villa | Premier League Highlights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0YdVFbyM5E&t=169s Gundogan double seals FA Cup victory for Man City | FA Cup highlights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbVs9Pn0dHE&t=30s You can also read Ian's exclusive interview with Ilkay Gundogan over on Mail Sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Arsenal employ the dark arts as City rivalry grows fiercer

    Arsenal employ the dark arts as City rivalry grows fiercer
    Sep 23 2024
    Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' In this episode, Ian and Chris delve into the thrilling rivalry between Manchester City and Arsenal... exploring the tactical fouls and 'dark arts' employed by teams, the controversies surrounding refereeing decisions, and the evolution of Arsenal's playing style. The conversation shifts to West Ham's struggles post-David Moyes, the signs of crisis at Newcastle, and the quiet success of Fulham so far. All this, plus Ian and Chris debate the physics of water temperature and answer the age old question... can you simmer before boiling ? Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton Producer: Henry Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • 'We're all mugs!' Why football fans are being taken advantage of...

    'We're all mugs!' Why football fans are being taken advantage of...
    Sep 19 2024
    Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' - for the world famous Weekend Preview edition. Ian (wish him a Happy Birthday in the comments) and Chris cover a wide array of topics in this instalment. So stay tuned for the latest on: Brennan Johnson's redemption arc Rodri threatens player strike action Whether football fans are being treated 'as mugs' Mark Clattenburg's bizarre comments Celtic's Champions League triumph Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton Producer: Henry Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 mins
  • How Arsenal are developing into the 'perfect Premier League prototype'

    How Arsenal are developing into the 'perfect Premier League prototype'
    Sep 16 2024
    Welcome back to ‘It’s All Kicking Off!’ Where else go begin than with the North London Derby, where Arsenal recorded their third consecutive triumph in N17. Ian and Chris praise Arsenal’s defence, not only across the back line, but to a man - as the Gunners limited Tottenham to few opportunities. We hear why this was ‘the worst of Tottenham’ on a day of huge opportunity for a side aiming to finish in the Champions League places. ... but the lads do question the legitimacy of Gabriel’s goal, with some saying it could have been a foul for a shove on Christian Romero. What do you reckon? Let us know in the comments! They weigh in on the debate around Sean Dyche’s future and explain why sacking him would be disastrous for Everton. There’s also chat about: which team will be the surprise package, how Liverpool became unstuck by Nottingham Forest, yellow card galore… and the Barnet manager, Dean Brennan features for the second successive show. Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton Producer: Henry Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Why Arteta's new deal could change the landscape of English football

    Why Arteta's new deal could change the landscape of English football
    Sep 12 2024
    Welcome back to your Weekend Preview edition of 'It's All Kicking Off!' In the latest instalment, Ian and Chris discuss Mikel Arteta's new contract and question whether it could install Arsenal as the dominant force in English football in the post-Pep era. They also question Tottenham's unusual start to a season and condemn the Premier League's 'nonsense' decision to ban Arsenal from wearing red in the North London Derby. Ian questions Russell Martin's quotes, where he suggested he faces more criticism for his style of play than a foreign manager would. The lads debate Pep and Klopp's credentials for the England job. AND we hear the incredible, viral rant from the Barnet boss. Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton Producer: Henry Williams Featured in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUX62hbTOI0&t=1s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    37 mins