Ashley Barnes isn't Austrian

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Manchester United, VAR and Culverhouse

talkSPORT Daily is here. We bring all the reaction following the thrashing of Chelsea as Man United finish with a massive 4-0 victory! We drop in to the sports bar weekender, while Max and Barry play culverhouse! 
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Motson, Pogba and The Midnight Train to Madness

talkSPORT Daily is here! On today's podcast Simon Jordon chats Pogba, Saunders and Motson try and get their heads round all the new rules of the game and love doctor himself Jason Cundy hears from a broken hearted listener on The Sports Bar! 
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David Moyes and The Ice Cube Man

On this edition of talkSPORT Daily, we hear from David Moyes who joined Alan Brazil on Breakfast, talking all things Maguire and a 'skinny' Beckham. Andy Jacobs and Andy Goldstein chatted to the world record holding ice cube man and we follow up on the talkSPORT love story from yesterdayon the Sports Bar with Jason Cundy and Perry Groves. 
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A Match A Day Keeps The Doctor Away

Your morning listening is here! Adrian and Goughie select the best ever Premier league central midfielder. Alan Brazil and Ian Holloway ask Freddie Flintoff how you get Steve Smith out and a doctor tells us why football IS good for your health! 
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Why is a Chicken called a Chicken?

Darren Gough and Steve Harmison talk Ashes, Jim White and Natalie Sawyer discuss whether or not we should have the the 39th game in the Premier League and Goughie answers life's big questions, 'why's a Lion called a Lion?' 
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Shouty Saggers bemoans VAR

Frank Lampard and Ben Stokes speak to talkSPORT, Mark Saggers rants about VAR and Barry Glendenning gives the worst answer ever in the Culverhouse game! 
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Where's Andy Goldstein's World Cup medal?

John Motson takes aim at VAR, Ian Holloway talks about being scared of Freddy Krueger and a Manchester United fan on the Sports Bar defends Paul Pogba. 
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White and Sawyer have The X Factor

Big Sam has some words of wisdom for Andy Carroll, Travis Head tells us how you bat against Jofra Archer and Jim & Natalie speak to a former X Factor winner. 
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Alan Brazil replaces a chicken farmer

Alan Brazil talks about his short career in management, Matthew Hoggard issues a word of warning on Jofra Archer and Marc Marquez revs up in the talkSPORT studio. 
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Lord Jofra Archer

Jamie O'Hara talks about the top five opponents he went head-to-head with, Andy Cole defends Paul Pogba and Jofra Archer speaks to talkSPORT. 
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Where's Neymar off to?

Ben Stokes chats to talkSPORT, Kev Hatchard tells us what's happening with Neymar Junior and Simon Jordan his say on social media trolls. 
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Burger King Ben

Danny Murphy tells Gareth Southgate who he'd pick for the next England squad, we find out what Ben Stokes got up to after his sensational innings in The Ashes and all the fallout from the Bog Snorkelling World Championship! 
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Bury expelled by EFL

All the latest from talkSPORT on both Bolton Wanderers and Bury, Ian Holloway on his love of Luther Vandross and Goughie's take on free-to-air cricket on TV. 
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Marriage proposal on The Midnight Train!

The latest news on Bury and Bolton, James Haskell talks about his switch to MMA, Alan Brazil has some advice for modern day footballers and there's a marriage proposal on the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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Ashley Barnes isn't Austrian

Adrian Durham and Goughie clash about Ashley Barnes being overlooked by Gareth Southgate, Ally McCoist recalls his Ballon D'Or nomination and Steve Harmison talks to Ben Stokes. 
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VAR in Dragons' Den

Reaction to the North London derby, Rio Ferdinand chats about England defenders, Jurgen Klopp speaks to talkSPORT and Max and Barry come up with a flawless idea for Dragons' Den. 
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Cheating on the Midnight Train

Goughie goes through the England batting order for the 4th Ashes Test at Old Trafford, a Spurs legend alleges that there is a vendetta against his old club and Jim White and Jamie O'Hara discuss whether or not you should support your local club. 
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Are Newcastle United a big club?

Big Sam Allardyce talks about the Michael Owen/Alan Shearer feud, a Sheffield United fan goes head-to-head with Danny Mills and Joe Root talks about the pressure of captaining his country ahead of the 4th Ashes Test. 
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The Scotsman who supports England

After being called up to the England squad Tyrone Mings talks about how being homeless made him the man he is today, John Fashanu advises Tammy Abraham which country he should represent, Romesh Ranganathan visits talkSPORT Towers and Eddie Hearn speaks to Jim White about Owen v Shearer in the ring. 
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The Republic of Liverpool

An emotional John Hartson talks about how he successfully battled cancer, a Liverpool fan suggests his city should be independent, Steve Harmison recalls a dressing room bust-up on Ashes duty and comedian Chris Ramsey is in the studio ahead of his Strictly Come Dancing debut. 
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They think it's all Overton - It is now

Joe Root, Harry Kane and Anthony Joshua speak to talkSPORT, Tony Cascarino has a revelation about Raheem Sterling and Barry Glendenning admits he washes his hair four times a year. 
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Where does Alan Brazil keep his International caps?

Gareth Southgate looks ahead to England's European qualifier against Kosovo, Simon Jordan defends Michael Owen, a caller on the Sports Bar auditions for a role as a traffic and travel reporter and Alan Brazil and Ray Parlour talk about their International caps. 
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Jason Cundy vs Steve the Manchester United fan

Michael Owen visits the studios on the Alan Brazil Breakfast Show, promoter David Haye defends Dereck Chisora, Jimmy Anderson and Sir Geoffrey Boycott speak to talkSPORT, Jason Cundy goes head-to-head with a caller and the best ever 'would you rather' conundrum on the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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Is Jason Cundy a filthy pig?

Trevor Sinclair tells Jim White which England player is as good as Messi and Ronaldo, John 'Portsmouth F.C.' Westwood still doesn't know why he wasn't allowed into St Mary's on Tuesday, Monty Panesar previews the 5th Ashes Test on talkSPORT 2 and Jason Cundy issues an apology on-air. 
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Will the real Lee Topliss please stand up

Glen Johnson has a message for UEFA ahead of England's trip to Bulgaria next month, Harry Redknapp tells a brilliant racing story, Steve Harmison ticks off England's batsmen yet again this summer, Jos Buttler speaks to talkSPORT and a caller sends a gift to the Sports Bar. 
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The Marco 'myth'

There are passionate calls to talkSPORT from Arsenal & Wolves fans, Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer and Steve Smith talk Ashes with Guy Swindells, Simon Jordan gives his Final Word on the weekend, Gareth A Davies reviews Tyson Fury's brave victory Stateside and there's controversy in the Culverhouse game. 
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Toby the West Ham fan's Sports Bar

Delia Smith joins the Jim White Show, Emile Heskey is in the studio with Hawksbee & Jacobs, Ian Holloway talks ballet with Alan Brazil & Laura Woods, Adrian Durham suggests a club Jose Mourinho could turn around in the Premier League and two callers on the Sports Bar end up presenting the show. 
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What was the best ever dressing room dust-up?

Callers react to Liverpool and Chelsea's defeats in the Champions League, Frank Lampard has his say on penalty-gate, Goughie and Danny Mills talk about dressing room scraps, Tyson Fury's trainer talks exclusively to talkSPORT and Simon Jordan has his say on the former Sheffield United owner. 
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Which England player failed to make a citizen's arrest?

Paul Scholes and Nemanja Vidic talk about Paul Pogba and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Niall Horan makes a plea to Frank Lampard, Stuart Broad reflects on the Ashes with The Moose, Piers Morgan chats about his interview with Cristiano Ronaldo and Chris Robshaw plays Player Roulette with Alan Brazil and Ray Parlour. 
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Did 'Nessy' make the Monster XI?

Gary Lineker tells Paul and Andy who the greatest player of all time is, a Spurs fan says he'll run around 'starkers' if his side win a trophy under Chairman Daniel Levy, Goughie talks about getting 'caught short' on a cricket field and Andy & Jason pick their Monster XI on The Sports Bar. 
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Relegated in September?

Simon Jordan gives his view on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after Man Utd’s latest setback. Jurgen Klopp and Frank Lampard speak to TalkSPORT. Tony Cascarino and Danny Mills examine Man City’s demolition of Watford. Mike Tindall looks back at England’s win over Tonga in the RWC and the boys from The Trans-Europe Express discuss Barca’s decline 
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Fear of the Duck

Simon Jordan talks Ed Woodward and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Adrian Durham rages about Steve Bruce, Paul Hawksbee and Andy Jacobs rant about VAR and Goughie talks about Jonny Bairstow's omission from the England Test squad. 
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"Pochettino is the best manager in England"

Passionate Spurs fans call the Sports Bar after they were knocked out of the Carabao Cup to Colchester, Adrian Durham and Darren Gough discuss the best domestic derbies and Simon Jordan talks about the controversial Bernardo Silva tweet. 
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talkSPORT's angriest ever caller

The Sports Bar receive a call from an angry West Ham fan, Eddie Hearn joins Alan Brazil and Ray Parlour to talk about the No Context Eddie Hearn twitter account and Ben Youngs looks ahead to England's clash with the USA in the Rugby World Cup. 
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Two different versions

John Barnes talks about the controversial tweet by Bernardo Silva on Kick-Off, Terry the West Ham fan comes back for another bite after his angry call the day before, Adrian Durham recalls his favourite talkSPORT moments, Jordan Pickford talks to James Savundra ahead of Everton v Man City and the usual madness on the Midnight Train. 
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Glenn Pennyfeather

An emotional Newcastle fan calls the Final Word with Simon Jordan and Danny Kelly, controversy in the Culverhouse game with Max and Barry, Kev Hatchard tells us how Jurgen Klopp first became a coach and there's a moving story from boxer Kody Davies. 
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More dinosaurs than Jurassic Park

Irate callers ring the Sports Bar after Manchester United and Arsenal draw 1-1, Simon Jordan and Darren Lewis clash over Danny Rose, Adrian Durham and Goughie argue over Newcastle United and Natalie Sawyer & Danny Murphy give their thoughts on Chris Wilder openly criticising his own players. 
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Seven and Hell

Goughie puts in a come-and-get-me-plea to the ECB for The 100, Shocked Spurs fans call the Sports Bar and The Times' Matt Lawton speaks to Natalie Sawyer about Sir Mo Farah. 
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"It's supposed to be Pink Floyd night"

Clinton Morrison reacts to Bernardo Silva being charged by The FA, Ally McCoist recalls the time he won 7-2 with Rangers in Russia, Adrian Durham talks Phil Foden, Neil Manthorp explains why Gary Kirsten is the perfect fit for England and there's musical controversy on The Sports Bar. 
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"United are staring into the abyss"

Gareth Southgate speaks to talkSPORT, Jason Cundy clashes with a Manchester Unite fan, Eoin Morgan labels Ben Stokes a 'legend', Lawrence Dallaglio speaks to Andy Jacobs and Max Rushden about dressage (no really) and Glen Johnson's replies openly to Saido Berahino. 
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"He's lost the dressing room"

Simon Jordan and Danny Kelly talk about Manchester United's decline after they were beaten by Newcastle United, Matty Longstaff speaks to talkSPORT's Graham Courtney, Jamie O'Hara and Ray Houghton chat Spurs and Manchester City on Sunday Exclusive with Mark Saggers, European football expert Chris Parrott compares Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino and there's a classic Culverhouse clash on the Warm-Up with Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning. 
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Nathan Jones you've been gone too long

Ian 'The Moose' Abrahams chats to Arsene Wenger, Robin Van Persie & Liverpool legend John Aldridge, Stoke manager Nathan Jones speaks about his future, Simon Jordan gives his view on Marco Silva, Ray Parlour on Mesit Ozil's future and Andy Goldstein has an update on his dog, Scooter Frank. 
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Royalty on the Midnight Train to Madness

World Cup winner Mike Tindall is in the studio on The Sports Bar as the Midnight Train celebrates its first birthday, Alan Brazil talks about the pressure of representing Manchester United, Simon Jordan gives his thoughts on Tyson Fury's exploits in WWE and Adrian Durham and Goughie chat about Jurgen Klopp's four years so far at Anfield. 
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"I'd run up to Sunderland right now"

Jamie Carragher talks about Trent Alexander-Arnold on Drive, Tony Cascarino gives his verdict on Mauricio Pochettino, Ian Holloway has his say on the vacant managerial role at the Stadium of Light, Adam Catterall tells a Colleen/Vardy story and there's big news for England in Japan at the Rugby World Cup. 
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The Carabao Cup draw live from space

Alan and Ally McCoist talk typhoons, Hawksbee and Jacobs chat about Cardi B, Darren Gough and Andy Goldstein discuss which Premier League club would be best suited to Jose Mourinho, Paul Parker talks about Trent Alexander-Arnold as a wing-back and Jason Cundy learns northern slang with Adam Catterall. 
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"Revolution not evolution"

Gareth Southgate speaks to talkSPORT ahead of Bulgaria v England, Mark Saggers, Danny Mills & Ray Houghton chat to Brighton's Glenn Murray who talked glowingly about his new manager, Tony Cascarino defends James Maddison, South American football expert Tim Vickery reminisces about Brazil's World Cup winning team of 1970 and Barry Glendenning stoops to a new low in the Culverhouse game! 
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“I took a day off… and then I got pictured at Chester races with a pint in my hand”

Gareth Southgate speaks to talkSPORT following the Bulgaria-England match, Frank Warren joins Alan Brazil and Ray Parlour on Breakfast, Jermain Defoe chats to Jim White, Jamie O’Hara gives his thoughts on the James Maddison situation and there’s a classic game of Would You Rather on the Midnight Train… All that and more on the talkSPORT Daily Podcast! 
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"Henrik Larsson won't be spending any weekends on Canvey Island"

Danny Kelly & Darren Bent talk Gareth Southgate, Kevin Phillips reveals he's interested in the Sunderland job, Eddie Nketiah chats to the Moose, H&J discuss Henrik Larsson and caller Charles proves he's not exactly a master of disguise on the Midnight Train to Madness. All that and more on the talkSPORT Daily Podcast! 
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"Could Mourinho get a tune out of the Spurs players?"

David James joins the Breakfast boys, Garth Crooks talks Tottenham on talkSPORT 2, Hugh Woozencroft & Tony Cascarino discuss the art of heading on Kick Off and Darren Bent gives his top five finishers on Drive! All that and more on the talkSPORT Daily Podcast! 
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"Grealish, Mings, McGinn... Put the three of them in the United side and I think they finish top five"

Former F1 champion Jenson Button joins Alan and Ally on Breakfast, Danny Kelly and Matt Holland talk Christian Eriksen on Drive, Emile Heskey chats with the Kick Off boys and, by the way, there's a classic round of "By the Way" on the Sports Bar. All that and more on the talkSPORT Daily Podcast! 
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Everybody can see that's a penalty

Simon Jordan and Danny Kelly with all the immediate reaction from Old Trafford. Trent Alexander-Arnold speaks to talkSPORT's Dom McGuiness, Tony Cascarino explains why Jack Grealish is ready to play in the Champions League, more VAR chat with Mark Saggers, Ray Houghton and Danny Mills, Simon Jordan has his say on the problems at Spurs, Wales international speaks to talkSPORT's Olly Hunter and there's another controversial Culverhouse on the Warm-Up with Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning. 
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"You'll be reffing Woking next week"

Haringey Defender Coby Rowe talks about the abuse he suffered which led to his team walking off the pitch, Alan Brazil rants about VAR, Granit Xhaka hits back at Patrice Evra and Danny Murphy tells us which Villa player should be playing for a top-four club. 
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"Have you been taking stupid pills?"

Adrian Durham picks his all time worst Arsene Wenger moments with Darren Bent, Dele Alli chats to Ian 'The Moose' Abrahams after Spurs beat Red Star, Jason Cundy clashes with a Spurs fan and Hawksbee & Jacobs talk birds. 
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TV formats for Malcolm Duck

Clive Allen gives his verdict on Harry Kane's future at Spurs, Ray Parlour tells us how Arsenal can improve, Nigel Benn joins Alan Brazil in the talkSPORT studios, the 'worst caller ever' on The Midnight Train and Danny Murphy talks Lucas Moura on Drive with Adrian Durham. 
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"Stop doing interviews with the gum shield in your mouth"

An angry Arsenal fan calls the Sports Bar, Jamie O'Hara says which England International should join Real Madrid, Troy Deeney talks to Ian Abrahams about the We Campaign, Adrian Durham & Goughie chat about Frank Lampard and Glen Johnson says why his former teammate Jamie Carragher was right to apologise to Patrice Evra. 
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"He's the most overrated 'keeper in the league"

Unai Emery reacts to Granit Xhaka gesturing to his own fans after the Arsenal skipper was subbed off against Crystal Palace, Tyson Fury talks exclusively to Gareth A Davies about his switch to WWE, England's Elliot Daly reacts to that famous win against the All Blacks and Barry Glendenning observes his one-game ban in the Ian Culverhouse game. 
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"I'd shut Stockley Park down"

John Motson rants about VAR, Danny Kelly and Simon Jordan also rant about VAR, Sean Dyche talks diving exclusively with Jim White, Darren Bent tells the Sports Breakfast who the best captain he played under was and Mike Tindall looks back at England's victory against the All Blacks and how they faced down the intimidation of The Haka. 
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"One of the greatest results this country has ever seen"

Arsenal legend David Seaman gives us his thoughts on the Granit Xhaka situation, Ade and Goughie argue who were the greatest Dutch players to grace the Premier League, 'Big' Sam Allardyce has a surprising revelation on the Sports Breakfast, Tyson Fury tells us how he will beat Braun Strowman and a victorious Colchester fan demands more attention for his club on the Sports Bar. 
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"Humans will never know if aliens exist"

Frank Lampard reacts to Chelsea's exit from the Carabao Cup live on the Sports Bar, Clinton Morrison sends an impassioned message to UEFA, Darren Gough breaks the news on-air about his new role in the England set up, former captain Chris Robshaw tells us how Eddie Jones has prepared for Saturday's final and Adrian Durham pays tribute to Rugby League Sam Burgess. 
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"I thought I was an extra in a horror film"

Jamie O'hara jumps to the defence of Richard Keogh, an angry Arsenal fans calls Hugh Woozencroft on Kick-Off reacting to Granit Xhaka's statement, Ade and Goughie tell us what grinds their gears, Stuart Broad is a guest in the Breakfast show and it's 'By The Way' on the Sports Bar. 
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"This is radio, mate"

An emotional Everton fan calls the Final Word after witnessing the Andre Gomes injury, Martin Keown and Adrian Durham vehemently disagree about Dennis Bergkamp, Mark Saggers clashes with Times journalist Paul Joyce about fixture congestion, Tom May and Steve Thompson react to England's World Cup Final defeat and Monty Panesar makes a surprise career chance on Glory Hunters. 
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"He's the best striker in the Premier League right now"

Adrian Durham explains why Son deserved a red card at the weekend for his challenge on Andre Gomes, Danny Murphy says Pep Guardiola may regret criticising a Liverpool player for 'diving', Darren Bent tells us who is the best striker in the Premier League at the moment and The Sports Bar take a call from Des the West Ham fan. 
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"There's a mobility issue with Harold Bishop in midfield"

Christian Pulisic speaks live on The Sports Bar after the incredible 4-4 draw with Ajax, Danny Mills reacts to Granit Xhaka losing the Arsenal captaincy, Alan Fletcher aka 'Dr Karl Kennedy' picks his Neighbours XI, Hawksbee and Jacobs present the Clips of the Month and Simon Jordan argues that Jurgen Klopp is better than Pep Guardiola. 
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"I was hoping I'd be banished to history"

Frank Lampard joins Jim White, The Sports Bar receive a call from a very angry Spurs fan despite winning in Europe, Nicola Adams speaks to Drive about hanging her gloves up, Australian broadcaster Tony Wilson talks about the legendary Ferenc Puskas' time Down-Under, Alfe Inge Haaland tells Breakfast where his son's future lies and Martin Johnson reviews England's Rugby World Cup campaign. 
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"You like The Strokes don't you?"

Marco Silva talks exclusively to talkSPORT for the first time since the horrific Andre Gomes injury, Mark Bright and John Salako reminisce about the glory days at Crystal Palace, Glen Johnson tells Jim and Natalie about the time he went in goal, Chris Kamara croons in the studio and there's more madness on the Midnight train. 
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"Sometimes Christmas comes a bit early"

Mark Saggers, Ray Houghton and Jamie O'Hara get stuck into VAR with former Premier League referee Mark Halsey, Unai Emery tells talkSPORT he can still lead Arsenal into the top four, angry Manchester City fans call Simon Jordan on The Final Word and Bob Mills comes up with a radical new way to 'improve' the modern game. 
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"Can I defend VAR?"

Adam Catterall and Micky Gray react to the news about Raheem Sterling missing the next England game, Frank Skinner chats VAR and Werther's with Hawksbee and Jacobs, legendary England reporter Nick Collins talks about the time he fell off a ladder live on TV, Trevor Sinclair tells us which Championship manager should be at West Ham and Natalie Sawyer defends Unai Emery after some football fans have berated the Spaniard for his 'ebening' pronunciation. 
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"We're going to have to agree to disagree on that one"

Trevor Sinclair, Danny Mills and Dean Ashton react to Raheem Sterling being dropped for the England game against Montenegro, Eddie Jones speaks for the first time since the World Cup Final defeat, Adrian Durham and Danny Murphy dissect the problems at Spurs, Steve Harmison gives praise to Steve Bruce and Jason Cundy clashes with Darren Lewis on The Sports Bar. 
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"It's a bit of a Richard Madeley situation"

Robbie Fowler discusses whether his former teammate Steven Gerrard could replace Jurgen Klopp at Anfield, Danny Murphy talks Harry Kane and which Premier League clubs he could join, Hawksbee and Jacobs chat about the deposed Bolivian President's hairstyle and Jason Cundy has a startling revelation on The Midnight Train to Madness! 
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The Tyson Fury/England 1000th International Special

Tyson Fury delivers a powerful message on mental health in the studio at talkSPORT, Harry Kane speaks after his historic hat-trick at Wembley in England's 1000th game, Jordan Henderson talks about their chances at Euro 2020 with Adrian Durham and Darren Bent, Sven-Goran Eriksson reminisces about his favourite Three Lions win and a caller admits he left the home of football early despite being 5-0 up! 
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"You don't run football teams by democracy"

Gareth Southgate reacts to England's 4-0 win in Kosovo, Mark Saggers & Alvin Martin look ahead to who he'll take to Euro 2020, Andy Brassell tells us who could be a dark horse for the tournament, Simon Jordan gives his thoughts on Tyson Fury and Terry Alderton performs an impressions medley on Glory Hunters. 
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"Was it like sharing a dressing room with Joe Pesci in Goodfellas?"

Tim Sherwood compares one of his former players to Paul Gascoigne, Matt Holland tells us what it was like playing with Roy Keane, there's more madness on The Midnight Train with Jason Cundy and Gary O'Neil, Danny Murphy sticks up for Declan Rice and Danny Mills tells Breakfast what he thinks will happen to Mauricio Pochettino. 
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Pochettino sacked by Spurs

Russ Williams and Danny Mills react to the breaking news on Mauricio Pochettino being sacked by Spurs, Clive Allen and Harry Redknapp also give their views on the dismissal, Ray Parlour tells Alan Brazil that Leicester are still in the title chase, Jason Cundy clashes with a caller on a potential Team GB at The Euros, Joe Marler speaks about his next career move and Jim Rosenthal talks about Brian Clough on Hawksbee and Jacobs. 
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Spurs Special: Guess Who’s Back

You're favourite talkSPORT presenter with the great hair is here once again, bringing you a Spurs special! We take a look back on the day where Poch was handed his P45 and Jose was brought back into the Premier League, with all the reaction from talkSPORT towers and some very special guests from Harry Redknapp, Trevor Sinclair, Ashley Cole and Terry Gibson. 
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talkSPORT Exclusive: The Art Of Captaincy

Away from Spurs and Jose with his football pyjamas, today Andy Golstein brings you something different, which he had nothing to do with...'The Art of Captaincy!' The is a talkSPORT exclusive production exploring the role of captains within sport. Narrated by Henry Winter, Chief Football Writer for The Times, the documentary boasts a stellar line-up of guests including; Gary Neville, Frank Lampard, Arsene Wenger, Sam Warburton and more. With a special thanks to the talented producers, Adonis Pratsides and Owain Jones, sit back and enjoy!  
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"Anyone wearing a flat cap should be jailed"

Manchester United and Sheffield United fans clash with Simon Jordan, Darren Bent has some harsh words for Unai Emery, Jose Mourinho speaks to Jason Bourne on his winning start at Spurs, Tony Cascarino has news on the next Premier League sacking and comedian Mark Smith tells us why Derby County are a bigger club than Aberdeen. 
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"I'd probably marry Danny Kelly"

Jamie O'Hara has a left-field suggestion to replace Manuel Pellegrini at The London Stadium, Andy Jacobs talks about sharing a Jacuzzi with the Premier League's first ever goalscorer, Sam Allardyce has some harsh words for his successor at Goodison Park and Goughie reacts to England's defeat to New Zealand in the First Test. 
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"He snatched defeat from the jaws of victory"

There's reaction to Spurs' win over Olympiakos on The Sports Bar, Simon Jordan tells us what Manchester United should do to maintain big sponsorship deals, Adrian Durham blasts VAR once more, Jason Cundy admits his phobia on-air, Promoter Frank Warren reveals the venue for Wilder v Fury 2 and Tony Cottee speaks to Breakfast about what the Toffees need to do next. 
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"I took his inside leg measurement for old times' sake"

Jason Cundy clashes with a caller on-air about Liverpool's transfer policy, Clinton Morrison gives 'role model' Ross Barkley some advice, Sir Clive Woodward questions the future of Eddie Jones as the head coach of England, one of Wayne Rooney's new Derby teammates talks about the arrival of the legendary striker, Ben Stokes tells us how the World Cup winners can beat New Zealand in the 2nd Test and Hawksbee and Jacobs come up with a new business venture for their show. 
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"A bigger let down than Van Gaal and Mourinho"

Possibly the only supporter of Unai Emery calls the station, we find out who Glen Johnson wouldn't shake hands with, Adrian Durham and Goughie review Phil Jones' Manchester United career, Hawksbee and Jacobs are joined by Michael Jordan and the 'by the way' epidemic spreads across talkSPORT Towers. 
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"He loves it, I've seen him do it on the Tube"

There are emotional scenes at Stamford Bridge where David Martin made his West Ham debut in front of his father, Pep Guardiola reacts to Manchester City's draw with Newcastle United, Tony Cascarino tells us exactly why the Premier League title race is still alive, Andy Jacobs makes a long awaited return in the Ian Culverhouse game and Keith Allen tells all the secrets from filming World in Motion with New Order, Gazza and John Barnes! 
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"Course he's worth more than £200million. The kid's a superstar"

An angry caller tells the Sports Bar why Lionel Messi didn't deserve the Ballon d'Or, David Seaman tells the Sports Breakfast why a former Spurs manager should become the new Arsenal boss, Brendan Rodgers doesn't issue a come-and-get-me plea to the Gunners, Irons legend Alvin Martin looks back on his son's heroic debut for West Ham at the weekend and Big Sam reacts to strong links with himself and the Watford job. 
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"I'm just not listening to you anymore"

Alan rants about the Ballon d'Or results, Simon Jordan has some choice words for the Premier League, Jamie O'Hara tells us which world class player was once in his 'back pocket', Ole Gunnar Solskjaer responds to rumours about his future and arguably one of the most bizarre callers gets on board the Midnight Train to Madness with Andy Goldstein and Jason Cundy. 
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"You wouldn't want those three on Blind Date"

A fuming Spurs fan calls the Sports Bar after Jose Mourinho's first defeat, Gary Neville tells Jim White and Natalie Sawyer that he hopes Liverpool's title challenge flops, Gary O'Nell gives out some great neighbourly advice on the Midnight Train, Ray Parlour recalls a terrible away day for the Gunners in Ukraine and Darren Gough & Allan Lamb pay tribute to Bob Willis. 
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"Like Colonel Sanders looking after your chickens"

A miserable Arsenal fan unleashes on his club, Graham Potter reacts to Brighton's famous win at The Emirates, Ally McCoist tells his nightmare haircut story, James Tarkowski speaks exclusively to talkSPORT ahead of Spurs v Burnley live on talkSPORT 2 on Saturday, Sam Allardyce reacts to Marco Silva's sacking at Everton and reveals who he thinks should become the new manager and there's the new By The Way feature on the Sports Bar. 
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"He's great for the game, he's handsome, he's a bad boy turned good"

A Manchester City fan lays into his own team after the derby defeat, Simon Jordan lavishes praise on Newcastle boss Steve Bruce, Barry McGuigan compares Anthony Joshua to Muhammad Ali and an upbeat Duncan Ferguson reflects on a win for Everton in his first game in charge as caretaker manager. 
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"I'll leap gazelle-like and arrive in a stylish way"

A dejected West Ham fan calls the Sports Bar after the Hammers lost at home to Arsenal, Adrian Durham blasts Celtic for using Fraser Forster against Rangers despite paying less than 50% of his wages, Tony Bellew gives Anthony Joshua advice about what it's like facing destructive former undisputed cruiserweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, Danny Murphy tells Everton what they must do next to rediscover their identity and there's more madness on the Midnight Train. 
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"Here comes Pele, he'll be up in a minute"

Matthew McConaughey speaks to Ian ‘The Moose’ Abrahams live on talkSPORT (no really), Ben Stokes joins Alan Brazil and Ally McCoist in the studio looking back at an incredible year for English cricket plus he reveals his celebrity crush, Robbie Lyle from AFTV and Simon Jordan lock horns in the studio while Jim White and Natalie Sawyer try to proverbially separate them and former Gunner Perry Groves tells the Sports Bar which former Champions League winner should become manager at The Emirates.  
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"We had a glass of wine. Next thing we knew it was 6:30am"

Clinton Morrison tells Arsenal which manager can turn around their fortunes, Ally McCoist and Harry Redknapp pay tribute to Jim Smith, Matt Holland eulogises Phil Foden after Manchester City's 4-1 over Dinamo Zagreb on talkSPORT 2 and Mario Melchiot has a word of warning for his old club Chelsea. 
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"I'd run over the back of a shark to get that job"

Ray Parlour jumps on board the Carlo Ancelotti bandwagon, Xherdan Shaqiri speaks exclusively to talkSPORT ahead of Liverpool’s game against Watford, Andy Jacobs busts a Jimi Hendrix urban legend, there’s a bumper crop of clips in By The Way on The Sports Bar and Ian Holloway talks about the ‘exhilaration’ he gets from being a football manager.  
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"Are you going to resign now or will you hang around until the spring?"

In an exclusive interview on talkSPORT former heavyweight world champion George Foreman tells Anthony Joshua who he must fight next, Simon Jordan reveals who he thinks will become the next Arsenal manager, Jose Mourinho makes a big claim about Wolves after Spurs win at Molineux and Andy Jacobs looks for redemption in the Culverhouse game. 
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Exclusive: Everton set to appoint Ancelotti

There's breaking news on Everton on Danny Kelly's Press Box with Simon Jordan, Sam Allardyce tells Alan Brazil how he'd turn things around at Arsenal, Adrian Durham and Darren Gough talk about the resurrection of the 4-4-2 formation in modern football and Hawksbee and Jacobs discuss Prince William's dislike of Chelsea. 
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"Shall we go round to Sam Warburton's for a Turkey smoothie?"

An Aston Villa fan tells Alan Brazil and Ally McCoist that he wants his team to lose and they promptly go on to smash Liverpool 5-0, Jamie O'Hara is told by Producer Joe that he didn't deserve a League Cup winners' medal, an incredibly angry caller defends Jurgen Klopp on The Sports Bar and Hawksbee and Jacobs pay tribute to Britain's oldest carp. 
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"He told me that the battery was pregnant!"

Darts World Championship history maker Fallon Sherrock joins the Breakfast boys, Adrian Durham has his say on the League Cup, Natalie Sawyer & Trevor Sinclair are joined by former England international Shaun Wright Phillips and there are some terrific callers on the Midnight Train to Madness!  
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"Has the industry been crying out for a specialist gaming shoe..... No."

Adrian Durham has his say on Cristiano Ronaldo's goal against Sampdoria, gaming expert Jonathan Beales joins H&J to talk about Puma's new gaming shoe, Darren Lewis talks Ancelotti and it's another manic night on the Sports Bar! 
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"The dream continues, everybody here cannot believe what they've seen"

Danny Kelly & Simon Jordan pick the bones out of another Premier League defeat for Manchester United on The Final Word, Alvin Martin pays tribute to the late great Martin Peters, Fallon Sherrock continues to break records on talkSPORT 2 and England coach Chris Powell gives a behind the scenes view of the national team on Sunday Exclusive with Mark Saggers & ray Houghton. 
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Best of the Interviews

Merry Christmas Eve! Andy Goldstein is here to bring you the very best of the interviews from 2019, it's a real star studded lineup with Ben Stokes and Deontay Wilder just to name a few...you won't want to miss it. 
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25 Years On: Ireland at USA '94

Merry Christmas! our Christmas gift to you this year is a chance now to listen back to a one-hour talkSPORT exclusive looking back at the USA '94 World Cup - 25 years on from the tournament. It's hosted by Ray Stubbs and features Ray Houghton, Tony Cascarino, Ronnie Whelan and Mark Lawrenson. Along with talkSPORT presenters Danny Kelly, Paul Hawksbee and Andy Jacobs   Even though England didn't qualify there were plenty of household names representing the Republic of Ireland and the programme features some great stories around Jack Charlton's side, ROI's famous win over Italy and John Aldridge going bananas.   It was also the first World Cup played outside the traditional football environments of Europe and Latin America. The tournament is remembered for record attendances, games being played in scorching hot temperatures and the best player in the world at the time - Roberto Baggio - missing the deciding penalty in the World Cup final shootout. 
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Midnight Train To Madness: The Best Bits

As you lay there recovering from Christmas Day, sit back and enjoy the very best weird and wonderful calls from the midnight train to madness. Remember you can hear more every week night on talkSPORT from 10pm until 1am, with Andy Goldstein and Jason Cundy on The Sports Bar! 
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Football, Bloody Hell! How United won the Treble

In a special one hour documentary from talkSPORT looking back at Manchester United's amazing treble winning season, you'll hear how;   - The United board wondered if Fergie had taken his eye off the ball - Martin Edwards asked Fergie to cut short his holiday and return for talks - the players placed demands on their coaches.   Featuring Teddy Sheringham, Andy Cole, Steve McClaren and Martin Edwards. 
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"It was becoming an international laughing stock"

Mark Saggers and Ian 'The Moose' Abrahams clash on West Ham's next managerial appointment, England skipper Joe Root speaks to Mark Butcher & Darren Gough on talkSPORT 2 after the 1st Test loss to South Africa, actor Stephen Graham talks about his love for Liverpool FC and how he made the front page of The Echo as a child, there are contrasting emotions as Mikel Arteta and Frank Lampard look back on a dramatic late victory for Chelsea at rivals Arsenal and Darren Farley shows off his best impressions of the great and the good of the Premier League on Glory Hunters. 
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"Legally we can't end the decade on that"

Jamie O'Hara slams VAR once more while Jermaine Pennant puts up a monumental defence of it, John Hartson criticises Steven Gerrard for his post-match handshake with Neil Lennon, David Moyes issues the rallying cry to West Ham fans and it's the last Midnight Train to Madness of the 2010s on The Sports Bar. 
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Premier League Preview: The Offside Armpit?!

Bring in the New Year the right way with Sam Matterface and The Premier League Preview show!  A man who's always on the verge of something special David Connolly is here, along with the lovely Nicole Holliday, we also bring you a turkey filled Andrew Butler with all the top Dream Team stats.   Remember if you like the show you can listen to the podcast every single week by subscribing to GameDay! 
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"I'm horrible to live with, I'm grumpy"

An angry Jose Mourinho speaks to talkSPORT after Spurs lose to Southampton, an irate Manchester United fan calls the Sports Bar, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith eulogises his match-winner Jack Grealish, an emotional Peter 'Snakebite' Wright chats to Dan Dawson after he became world champion on talkSPORT 2, Jos Buttler previews the 2nd Test vs South Africa and Ian 'The Moose' Abrahams catches up with Liverpool's Andy Robertson. 
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"The FA Cup is a trophy, being invincible is just a bauble"

Wayne Rooney makes his debut for Derby live on the talkSPORT network, a Liverpool fan tells the Sports Bar that the title is not over as the Reds go 13 points clear with a game in hand, Ian Holloway talks about his four-hour job interview for the Grimsby job on the Sports Breakfast, Lee Dixon is full of praise for the Arsenal fans and Joe Root looks ahead to the Second Test against South Africa which is live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2.  
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Frankie! A talkSPORT special with legendary jockey Frankie Dettori

Dettori and Rupert Bell discuss how he remains at the top of his sport as he approaches the age of 50. They also reflect on an incredible 2019 for the Italian and look back at the highs and lows of his career and life so far. Other guests include AP McCoy, John Gosden, Ed Chamberlin, Luca and Francesca Cumani, agent and friend Ray Cochrane. 
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"Players will have to understand Big Brother is watching"

There's reaction to Curtis Jones' wonder strike after his Merseyside derby winning-goal on talkSPORT, the Tranmere boss Micky mellon defends VAR, Jimmy Anderson critiques his 28th Test Match five-wicket haul with Mark Butcher and Darren Gough on talkSPORT 2, Adam Catterall and Gareth A Davies review the boxing decade on Fight Night and there's the usual fun and frolics on Glory Hunters with comedian and Brighton fan, Stephen Grant. 
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"It sounds like the worst Stag Do ever"

Comedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan make their commentary debuts in the talkSPORT 2 commentary box at the cricket in Cape Town, an Arsenal fan confronts Jason Cundy on the Sports Bar, Mikel Arteta speaks to The Moose on-air as the Gunners beat Leeds in the FA Cup live on talkSPORT, Danny Murphy heavily criticises a Premier League side for their performance at the weekend, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer previews the Manchester derby and England’s Dom Sibley reflects on his maiden Test ton against South Africa.  
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"Have you got mud in your eyes, can't you see what's going on?"

There are a number of damning verdicts from callers for Manchester United on the Sports Bar after the derby defeat to City, Joe Root showers praise on Man-of-the-Match Ben Stokes after England's thrilling win in Cape Town in the 2nd Test on talkSPORT 2, Simon jordan hits out at agents once again on the Jim White Show, Danny Higginbotham defends football fans and Danny Murphy tells Adrian Durham on Drive who he'd have out of James Madison & Jadon Sancho. 
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"Goal at Hartlepool... Reese Witherspoon"

Callers react to Leicester and Aston Villa’s 1-1 draw in the Carabao Cup semi-final 1st leg which was live on talkSPORT, Villa fans clash with Andy Goldstein about Jack Grealish moving to Old Trafford, Kell Brook calls out Amir Khan on the Jim White show, Neil Warnock thinks VAR could be saved but it’s with a stipulation, Danny Murphy breaks down Manchester United’s tactics in the derby on Drive and callers on the Sports Bar give us their best Nicholas Cage impressions.  
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"How do you replace a genius?"

Darren Bent tells Spurs fans who could potentially replace Harry Kane while he’s injured, Glenn Whelan tells us why he’s cancelled his contract with Hearts, Ally McCoist and Alan Brazil argue over who is the better player between James Maddison and Jack Grealish, Shane Warne joins the Breakfast show to tell us why he’s auctioned off his famous Baggy Green cap and there’s the first ever Mr & Mrs game on the Sports Bar’s Midnight Train to Madness.  
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"I'm absolutely disgusted, I'm nearly in tears"

Pep Guardiola is full of praise for the 'legend' Sergio Aguero after he became the Premier League's greatest overseas goalscorer, an emotional Aston Villa fan pours his heart out on Sunday Exclusive with Simon Jordan and Danny Kelly, Alvin Martin has some worrying words for Eddie Howe's Bournemouth, a surprisingly jovial Jose Mourinho speaks to Sam Matterface after Spurs lost to Liverpool live on talkSPORT, Jos Buttler apologises for swearing at Vernon Philander, European expert Andy Brassell tells us why Xavi could be re-joining Barcelona as manager and Nick Hancock has a revolutionary idea to improve boxing on Glory Hunters. 
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"I don't care Vardy's retired. He's on the plane"

Alan Brazil and Jamie O'Hara go head-to-head over the strikers Gareth Southgate will pick for the Euros, Danny Murphy tells us exactly why Danny Ings won't make the squad while John Motson argues the opposite case, Jose Mourinho talks about the 'strange' transfer market and Natalie Sawyer believes away fans of clubs in the EFL deserve cheaper tickets. 
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"Leave the FA Cup alone, it's perfect"

Alan Brazil delivers some massive news on the injury update the football world is talking about, Ray Parlour tells us why John Stones should head to the Emirates, there are contrasting emotions for a Shrewsbury Town and a Bristol City fan on the Sports Bar, Lee Trundle jumps to the defence of Oli McBurnie, Steve Harmison previews the 3rd Test between England and South Africa live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2 and Hawksbee & Jacobs tell us about a new rivalry between Greta Thunberg and Roger Federer. 
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"Sir Alex is culpable for where United are"

Sam Allardyce lays into 'playing out from the back' on Breakfast with Alan Brazil, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer gives us an injury update on Marcus Rashford while a Manchester United fan calls the Sports Bar criticising the Norwegian for bringing on the forward as a substitute, Joe Root previews the 3rd Test against South Africa live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2, a British boxer tells Jim White and Natalie Sawyer what sparring with Tyson Fury is like and there's more madness on the Midnight Train. 
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"I called Jamie Carragher a bottler"

West Ham Co-Owner David Gold speaks exclusively to talkSPORT in a sit-down interview with Ian ‘The Moose’ Abrahams, Alan Brazil and Ally McCoist chat fry-ups, talkSPORT celebrates turning 20 years old with Adrian Durham picking some of the best moments in the station’s history, John Salako talks to Hugh Woozencroft on Kick-Off about his unsuccessful attempt to get into management, Brighton ‘keeper Mat Ryan tells the Breakfast show how he’s fundraising to tackle the Australian bushfires and Darren Gough & Matt Prior analyse Day One of the 3rd Test in the cricket as England finished on 224-4 against South Africa live & exclusive on talkSPORT 2  
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“David v Goliath at Anfield, without the slingshot”

Disgruntled Manchester United fans call into the Final Word after defeat to their arch-rivals at Anfield, a delighted Liverpool fan heaps praise on an unsung hero, Mark Wood speaks exclusively to talkSPORT 2 as England close in on victory at Port Elizabeth in the 3rd Test against South Africa, Frank Lampard and Steve Bruce have contrasting emotions on Gameday at St James’ Park as Newcastle pulled off a dramatic late victory against Chelsea. Mark Saggers, Ray Houghton & David Connolly analyse Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Sheffield United and European expert Andy Brassell explains why Barcelona ended up appointing Quique Setién as head coach this week on the Trans Euro Express.  
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"Jordan Henderson should be player of the year"

Jason Cundy clashes with a Liverpool legend about going the season unbeaten rather than winning the treble, Joe Root speaks to talkSPORT 2 after a famous Test victory at Port Elizabeth against South Africa and there’s reaction from Kevin Pietersen, Darren Gough & Matt Prior. Teddy Sheringham tells Manchester United they must give his old strike partner Ole Gunnar Solskjaer more time, Jamie O’Hara has some concerning words for Marcus Rashford and there’s a gatecrasher on Andy Goldstein's Sports Bar paper review.  
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"Marvelous Nakamba was amazing"

After a big night of football in the Premier League a Chelsea fan blames Frank Lampard for dropping points against rivals Arsenal, an emotional Aston Villa supporter calls the Sports Bar after Tyrone Mings' late winner, Alan Brazil tells a tale of a training ground bust-up at Manchester United, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer responds to criticism of Ed Woodward from his old teammate Gary Neville, Simon Jordan slams Pep Guardiola’s comments on disbanding the League Cup and Ray Parlour tells us if he’d replace his ‘invincible’ medal for a Champions League title.  
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“I don’t see how United avoid dying as a club”

Manchester United fans let off steam on The Sports Bar after losing at home to Burnley, Andy Goldstein butts heads with a Clarets supporter, Natalie Sawyer wants players to show more respect to match officials, Eddie Jones tells us how the Saracens salary cap scandal can create harmony in the England camp ahead of the Six Nations. Darren Gough explains why Jofra Archer might give up Test cricket, Andy Jacobs rants about the positive analysis of Arsenal’s performance against Chelsea and there’s one of the maddest calls ever to the Midnight Train.  
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“The difference is Alisson”

The Liverpool machine marches on after beating Wolves in the Premier League, Nigel Pearson speaks to talkSPORT after Watford were knocked out of the FA Cup by League One Tranmere, Glen Johnson compares the current Manchester United plight to his time at Anfield under Roy Hodgson, Stuart Broad chats to Macca ahead of the 4th and final Test against South Africa live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2, Brentford’s Ethan Pinnock talks to Ian ‘The Moose’ Abrahams about being a professional footballer after he was released by Millwall at the age of 15, Alan Brazil makes a bold statement about his attendance rate at talkSPORT Towers over the last twenty years and there’s tales of shenanigans from Las Vegas on the Midnight Train to Madness.  
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Tributes to legend Kobe Bryant

There are tributes to Kobe Bryant after the legendary basketball player died in a helicopter crash on Sunday night, Shrewsbury upset the odds to earn an FA Cup replay with Premier League leaders Liverpool much to the annoyance of Jurgen Klopp, Tony Cascarino tells us why Manchester United should go for a manager in the Championship rather than Mauricio Pochettino, England Assistant Coach Paul Collingwood speaks to talkSPORT 2 after Day 3 of the 4th Test in Johannesburg with England in a dominant position against South Africa and an emotional Mark Noble delivers a message to the West Ham fans after they were dumped out of the cup by Slaven Bilic's West Brom.  
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“Arsenal are still vulnerable”

‘Big’ Sam Allardyce reveals how West Ham and David Sullivan deal with transfers, Jason Cundy gives a brutal assessment on Bournemouth’s performance against Arsenal as the Gunners advance to the Fifth Round of the FA Cup to play Portsmouth, Shaun Pollock and Darren Gough lavish praise on the England team after they won the series against South Africa exclusively live on talkSPORT 2, Mark Saggers goes on a rant about VAR and fixture congestion, Darren Bent pays tribute to the sporting icon Kobe Bryant and Aston Villa’s Dean Smith & Leicester City’s Brendan Rodgers look ahead to the Carabao Cup semi-final 2nd leg which is live on talkSPORT tonight.  
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“Tyrone Mings is shouting like a Lion”

Delighted Aston Villa fans call The Sports Bar after their dramatic 93rd-minute Carabao Cup Semi-Final victory over Leicester, Dave Kitson explains his ‘disrespectful’ comments about the FA Cup when he was a Reading player, Simon Jordan tells us why Jurgen Klopp could destroy the cup, Ole Gunnar Solksjaer speaks to the media about which player will return to Old Trafford this summer from a loan spell abroad and there’s the ultimate ‘cake v biscuit’ debate on Drive with Danny Murphy and Andy Goldstein.  
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“That’s the end of the Klopp debate”

Despite reaching the Carabao Cup Final there are unhappy Manchester City fans calling into talkSPORT, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer explains to Sam Matterface why he lost his temper on the touchline, a West Ham supporter admits he’d like his club to be relegated, FA Cup winning manager Harry Redknapp criticises Jurgen Klopp for missing the upcoming 4th Round Replay with Shrewsbury, Adrian Durham jumps to the Liverpool manager’s defence and openly gay Rugby League player Keegan Hirst slams Catalans for signing Israel Folau.  
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“Pep is making bad decisions”

Tony Cascarino compares Fred to Joe Cole, Kevin Campbell tells us why West Brom’s ‘Great Escape’ was better than winning a league title with Arsenal, Adrian Durham & Darren Gough criticise Pep Guardiola for his handling of Phil Foden, World Cup winner Lewis Moody previews the Six Nations and there’s the latest edition of By The Way on The Sports Bar.  
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The GameDay Cafe: Manchester United

We bring you a special Saturday installment of talkSPORT Daily! Join talkSPORT's Manchester correspondent Dom McGuiness for a brew in the Manchester United Cafe to talk...well all things United. Along for the ride we have the Sun's Manchester football reporter Neil Custis, Andy Mitten the Editor of United We Stand, plus fan of the club and retired boxer Anthony Crolla.  
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"Without Aguero we've got nothing"

There are unhappy Manchester City fans on The Final Word with Simon Jordan and Danny Kelly, Tony Cascarino & Danny Mills have contrasting views on Manchester United’s loan signing of Odion Ighalo, heavyweight champion of the world Deontay Wilder looks ahead to his unification clash with Tyson Fury on 22nd February in Las Vegas and there’s ‘huge controversy’ on the Warm Up with Max Rushden & Barry Glendenning.  
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Could Liverpool sell Mo Salah?

Danny Murphy tells the White & Sawyer Show why Manchester United should not have sold Romelu Lukaku, Gareth Bale’s agent slams the Spanish media, Darren Bent thinks that Liverpool should look to let Mo Salah leave the club. Eoin Morgan talks about how his life has changed since winning the World Cup, Jamie O’Hara explains what it was like going up against Cristiano Ronaldo and on Press Box Simon Jordan & Ian Ladyman discuss whether or not Manchester City can compete with Liverpool next season if Pep Guardiola remains as manager at the Etihad.  
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"Jurgen Klopp does what he wants"

Liverpool’s Under-23 manager Neil Critchley speaks to talkSPORT after The Reds knocked out Shrewsbury in the FA Cup plus he has news of a surprise guest in the Anfield dressing room, Rio Ferdinand tells us how Mason Greenwood must be nurtured, Glenn Murray speaks exclusively to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast about the supposed interest for him from Manchester United, Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters defends VAR and it's the Clips of the Month on Hawksbee and Jacobs. 
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“Grealish would be great for them”

Jose Mourinho commends his players for their spirit after Spurs beat Southampton in the FA Cup live on talkSPORT, Neil Warnock tells us which club in the Premier League must sign Jack Grealish this summer, Trevor Sinclair makes a surprise claim about a Championship striker who could play for England at the Euros, Darren Bent reveals which teammate came to the rescue when he was threatened in the tunnel as a teenager and Alan Brazil & Ray Parlour explain why they aren’t joining the contactless era just yet.  
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"Let's recreate The Rumble in the Jungle"

Promoter Eddie Hearn reveals where Anthony Joshua’s Heavyweight title defence will take place exclusively on talkSPORT, Spanish football writer Jon Hernandez reveals which Premier League club Lionel Messi could be signing for, Sam Allardyce tells the Breakfast show why Jack Grealish is good enough to play for Real Madrid or Barcelona, Glen Johnson criticises the movement of the August Transfer Window and Jason Cundy clashes with a Plymouth Argyle fan on The Sports Bar.  
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Premflix and Chill

Simon Jordan talks about a revolutionary streaming channel for the Premier League which could generate billions more revenue for clubs in England, Carlo Ancelotti tells talkSPORT that Everton are still in the hunt for European football next season after beating Crystal Palace on Gameday, England square the ODI series against South Africa live on talkSPORT 2, Phil Cornwell aka Dave Clifton from Alan Partridge gives us his best Mick Jagger impression and Danny Mills picks the bones out of another defeat for Leeds United in the Championship.  
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“Firmino is replaceable”

Ashley Young speaks exclusively to talkSPORT about winning the Milan derby with Inter, Darren Bent and Adam Catterall explain on Drive why Roberto Firmino is worth £150 million, Alan Stubbs has some words of advice for Everton ‘keeper Jordan Pickford, Jamie O’Hara tells Marcelo Bielsa what he needs to change at Leeds United to gain automatic promotion and Hawksbee & Jacobs discuss how much it would cost to get referee Graham Scott to entertain at a birthday party.  
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“Bielsa WAS great, look at his track record”

After a goalkeeping clanger by Kiko Casilla against Brentford Kalvin Phillips defends his teammate as the two sides played out a 1-1 draw on talkSPORT 2, Nottingham Forest manager Sabri Lamouchi openly takes the blame for their surprise home defeat to Charlton in the Championship, Simon Jordan argues that Dele Alli should not be banned for his Coronavirus social media post, a Leeds fan calls into talkSPORT to tell Sam Allardyce he wants him to manage at Elland Road instead of Marcelo Bielsa and there’s a ‘first time caller, long time listener’ on the Sports Bar’s Midnight Train to Madness.  
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"Rooney's given us a different outlook"

Deontay Wilder tells Gareth A Davies he’s ‘preparing for war’ ahead of his heavyweight showdown next week against Tyson Fury live and exclusive on talkSPORT, England snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in a T20 encounter against South Africa on talkSPORT2, Wayne Rooney says that Derby can still make the play-offs despite their defeat to Bristol City, Shaun Wright-Philips remembers the time he was subbed off early by Jose Mourinho, Chris Samba talks about the envy in the QPR dressing room when it came to wages and journalist Darren Lewis gets trapped at talkSPORT Towers on The Sports Bar.  
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“He reminds me of a young Steven Gerrard.”

Tyson Fury has a message for Anthony Joshua and then sings live on Drive, Jermaine Pennant compares Birmingham’s Jude Bellingham to Steven Gerrard, Tony Cascarino likens Chelsea’s Hakim Ziyech to a multiple Premier League winner, Adrian Durham and Matt Holland discuss which club Jadon Sancho should join, Emile Heskey reflects on the time his Liverpool career came to an end, Paul Hawksbee & Max Rushden look at Maurizio Sarri’s falling out with the Italian Post Office and Adam Catterall & Jason Cundy clash with a caller on The Sports Bar.  
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"Even Mourinho didn't appeal, it stinks"

Simon Jordan backs UEFA’s decision to ban Manchester City from European competitions on The Final Word, Jurgen Klopp lavishes praise on his players for their ‘character’ as they opened up a mammoth 25-point lead at the top of the Premier League, Dean Smith slams VAR after Aston Villa lost in injury time to Tottenham Hotspur, England win the T20 series against South Africa live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2, Martin Allen tells us why Chris Wilder deserves a job at one of the biggest clubs in England and Gareth A Davies previews Wilder v Fury 2 as talkSPORT’s Heavyweight Week gets underway.  
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Groundhog Day at Stamford Bridge

After defeat at Stamford Bridge to Manchester United a Chelsea fan wants Frank Lampard out, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is delighted with a great result but also talks about the daily pressure of the job, Tyson Fury’s former trainer Ben Davison hits back at criticism from Fury’s father. Times Chief Sports Reporter Martyn Ziegler tells us why Manchester City’s European ban is likely to be reduced, on Drive Adrian Durham defends The Citizens spending and as tributes are paid to the former Manchester United goalkeeper Harry Gregg, we hear from his last visit to talkSPORT where he spoke of his actions which saved many lives in the Munich Air Disaster in 1958. 
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“Manchester United are small-time”

Paul Pogba’s agent Mino Raiola locks horns with former Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan on the Jim White Show, there’s concern from a Liverpool fan on the Sports Bar after The Reds defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, Tyson Fury talks about his plans for the weigh-in with Deontay Wilder later this week with three days to go till their title fight live on talkSPORT and Jose Mourinho rallies the Tottenham troops with a slightly bizarre analogy.  
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“If Ndombele starts we’ll win in Germany”

An angry Manchester City fans criticises his own fans after the low attendance at the Etihad against West Ham, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder get personal at their press conference ahead of the fight on Saturday live and exclusive on talkSPORT, Wayne Rooney chats to Ian Abrahams about his new life in the Championship with Derby County ahead of their clash against Fulham on talkSPORT 2 on Friday. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has some injury news on Marcus Rashford, Geoff Thomas remembers his famous miss against France at Wembley with Paul Hawksbee & Charlie Baker and Trevor Sinclair has some choice words for Diego Simeone and Atletico’s style of play.  
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The One with Frank Bruno and David Haye

Frank Bruno joins Alan Brazil in the studio and gives his predictions ahead of Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury which is live and exclusive on talkSPORT, David Haye is with the team in Las Vegas and talks about the threat Wilder will bring on Saturday night, Aston Villa legend Gabby Agbonlahor tells us who was the worst manager he played under, there are ecstatic Wolves fans on The Sports Bar after they beat Espanyol 4-0 in the Europa League, Adrian Durham tells us what’s going wrong at West Ham and there’s an early contender for the caller of the year on the Midnight Train to Madness.  
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"Let's get Joshua v Fury made"

There’s the reaction to Tyson Fury’s spectacular heavyweight victory against Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas which was live and exclusive on talkSPORT, promoter Eddie Hearn talks up a potential British unification showdown with Anthony Joshua and Fury, Danny Kelly & Simon Jordan discuss more ways to improve VAR, Ole Gunnar Solksjaer heaps praise on new-boy Bruno Fernandes, Dean Smith gives a brutally honest interview on talkSPORT 2 after his Aston Villa side lost to Southampton and Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta applauds his players’ resilience.  
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"Fury v Wilder 3 will happen"

Boxing pundit Dan Rafael has news on whether or not Wilder v Fury will become a trilogy series plus the reason why the Bronze Bomber lost the fight in Las Vegas, Sam Allardyce tells us which club he was at when he almost signed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, John Motson is in the studio and explains which Manchester United player will keep Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the job long term at Old Trafford, Danny Murphy has suggestions on how VAR could be better implemented in the Premier League and Martin, a first time caller, jumps on board the Midnight Train to Madness.   
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Blues battered by Bayern

There’s unhappy Chelsea fans after The Blues were beaten 3-0 by Bayern Munich at Stamford Bridge, Eddie Hearn tells Jim White that the Fury v Wilder 3 fight could still happen this year, comedian Rob Rouse is in the studio but his interview is gate-crashed by a celebrity chef, Adrian Durham & Darren Gough discuss Tyson Fury’s homecoming in Manchester and whether or not he deserves an honour from Buckingham Palace and The Sports Bar name their Dog XI.  
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Pep’s masterclass at the Bernabeu

Manchester City beat Real Madrid live on talkSPORT and one ecstatic fan calls in live from the Santiago Bernabeu stadium, Jon Bon Jovi is in the studio and he has a message for Leeds United’s Patrick Bamford, Former Cruiserweight World Champion Tony Bellew gives his support to the third fight between Deontay Wilder & Tyson Fury, Adrian Durham has an exclusive on a Championship player who will be in the next England squad and Max Rushden & Charlie Baker discuss their stag-dos and whose was the least ‘laddy’.  
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Arsenal dumped out of Europe

There’s reaction to Arsenal’s shock exit from Europe with fans including Jordan Jarrett-Bryan on the Sports Bar, Adrian Durham picks his first three Premier League Hall of Famers, Les Ferdinand remembers Kevin Keegan’s infamous ‘I would love it’ rant when he was at Newcastle and how it affected the dressing room, former Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood gives his verdict on their chances in Sunday’s Carabao Cup Final which is live on talkSPORT and Neil Warnock tells us about a player he used to manage who purposefully got suspended at Christmas.  
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“Foden’s the best I’ve seen since Gazza”

Pep Guardiola hails his players as Manchester City win the Carabao Cup, despite the defeat Dean Smith salutes the Aston Villa fans at Wembley, Oasis songwriter Noel Gallagher has a message for Liverpool fans and predicts a Champions League Final between City and The Reds, Watford surprise almost everyone on Gameday by inflicting a first Premier League defeat of the season on Jürgen Klopp’s men, although a talkSPORT pundit did suggest the Hornets could pull off the shock win, Michael Keane becomes this weekend’s angriest person towards VAR and Kev Hatchard breaks down what happened in the Bundesliga where Hoffenheim v Bayern Munich was almost abandoned.  
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“Arsenal’s season highlight was Watford beating Liverpool”

Ben Foster tells us how Watford beat Liverpool at the weekend on the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer Show, Jamie O’Hara explains why Phil Foden should not be part of Gareth Southgate’s plans at the Euros this summer, Danny Murphy labels a Manchester United player a ‘superstar’, two Spurs fans go toe-to-toe on Breakfast when they disagree about their manager Jose Mourinho, Promoter Frank Warren tells us where the Wilder v Fury 3 fight will take place after the Bronze Bomber activated the re-match clause and Andy Jacobs reveals his love of José Feliciano.  
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Liverpool knocked out and Gilmour's outstanding

There are disillusioned Liverpool fans on the Sports Bar with Perry Groves & Adam Catterall as Jurgen Klopp’s side are dumped out of the FA Cup at Stamford Bridge, Danny Mills runs out of superlatives for Chelsea’s teenage sensation Billy Gilmour, Simon Jordan slams Daniel Sturridge after he was suspended for betting breaches, Ray Parlour responds to Jason Cundy’s comments about London’s biggest football club and Hawksbee & Jacobs give us TV formats for Southend United’s Lewis Gard.  
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‘Dier did what we professionals cannot do’

Spurs manager Jose Mourinho explains why Eric Dier was involved in a confrontation with a fan in the stands after they were dumped out of the FA Cup at home to Norwich, Eddie Hearn tells us which UK venue could host the Fury v Joshua fight later this year, Tony Cascarino rants about why it’s okay to support a team based 200 miles away from where you live, Trevor Sinclair heaps praise on Chelsea’s Billy Gilmour, Adrian Durham defends Jurgen Klopp’s team selection in this year’s FA Cup run, Wayne Rooney chats to Ian Abrahams ahead of Derby's clash against his old side Manchester United live on talkSPORT and Paul Hawksbee & Andy Jacobs reminisce about the Barry Bannan ‘game’.    
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“Rooney’s Rams raided by Manchester United”

Wayne Rooney wins the man-of-the-match award despite Derby losing to his old club Manchester United in the FA Cup, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tells talkSPORT that Odion Ighalo is in contention to play in this weekend’s derby against City, Alan Brazil & Jamie O’Hara discuss some potential titles for Alan’s autobiography, Russ Hargreaves speaks to a slightly tetchy Eddie Jones ahead of England taking on Wales in the Six Nations and there’s a bonkers end to the week on the Sports Bar’s Midnight Train to Madness.  
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Cheltenham Festival Preview

With the Cheltenham Festival starting on the 10th March, talkSPORT’s horse racing correspondent Rupert Bell, Sun Racing’s Tom Bull and Irish racing journalist Emmet Kennedy bring you an extensive look ahead to the 2020 Festival with in-depth analysis on all the featured races and debate their best tips for the 4-day festival.   They will be joined on the show by 5-time Champion Trainer Nicky Henderson who gives us the latest insight to his Cheltenham hopefuls, jockey Bryony Frost looks back on her history-making win on Frodon at the 2019 festival and whether she can repeat the feat this year, and owner Andrew Gemmell discusses the chances of his jumping superstar Paisley Park. This is talkSPORT's comprehensive guide to the Greatest Show on Turf  
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Ederson’s nightmare at the Theatre of Dreams

Pep Guardiola jumps to the defence of his ‘keeper Ederson after a game to forget for the Brazilian as City lost the Manchester derby, Jose Mourinho criticises some of his players after drawing to Burnley in the Premier League on Gameday, after impressive back-to-back performances Chelsea’s Billy Gilmour has praised heaped upon him by his manager Frank Lampard, Nick Hancock incurs the wrath of the sporting Gods in Glory Hunters and on the Trans Europe Express Lars Sivertsen & Andy Brassell explain the chaos and confusion in Serie A this weekend as the Coronavirus saw 16 million people placed under quarantine in northern Italy.  
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“Villa were a big club, so was the Hacienda”

After being battered 4-0 by Leicester City an Aston Villa fan suggests a surprise candidate to replace Dean Smith as manager, Danny Murphy defends Jose Mourinho’s public criticism of Tanguy Ndombele, Danny Kelly, Simon Jordan, Shaun Custis & Mike Calvin discuss the coronavirus and it’s impact on the world of football on the Press Box and Ally McCoist gives us his best Bruce Springsteen rendition as the Sports Breakfast descends on the Cheltenham Festival.  
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“We’re now seeing the real Mourinho”

There are livid Spurs fans on talkSPORT after they were knocked out of the Champions League by RB Leipzig, there’s breaking news about the coronavirus on The Sports Bar affecting the Premier League, Ally McCoist tells us which former Rangers player a friend of his named their son after, comedian Paul Whitehouse is in the studio on Hawksbee & Jacobs and gives us a few impressions of some talkSPORT presenters and Danny Kelly & Darren Gough discuss what’s gone wrong at Aston Villa.  
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“Adrián was terrible but you can’t sack him”

Darren Gough & Andy Goldstein clash over Manchester United’s Paul Pogba on Drive, there’s a furious Liverpool fan on the Sports Bar as the Reds crash out of Europe against Atletico Madrid, Hawksbee & Jacobs are live at Cheltenham with behind the scenes news from the festival, Clinton Morrison tells Daniel Levy he needs to back or sack Jose Mourinho this summer and the Midnight Train to Madness is cancelled and replaced by a rail replacement bus service instead.  
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“The Premier League must postpone all matches”

Mikel Arteta is diagnosed with the Coronavirus and Brighton v Arsenal is postponed, Jason Cundy & Perry Groves call for all professional games to be postponed until further notice while the Premier League schedule an emergency club meeting on Friday morning, one caller comes up with a solution to the potential back log of fixtures, Manchester United brush past LASK in the Europa League and Hawksbee & Jacobs are at the Cheltenham Festival  
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“Barry Glendenning is our Dame Vera Lynn”

Mark Saggers tells us why this Premier League season has to be null and void, there’s controversy on the Warm Up when Max Rushden suspends the Culverhouse game, believe or not there is live sport on the talkSPORT network in the form of Super League, Tony Cascarino thinks it’s inevitable that football clubs in England will go out of business due to the Coronavirus and Danny Kelly & Simon Jordan talk about their love of the beautiful game with a Stoke City fan on the Final Word.  
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“Klopp told us off for being disrespectful to Simeone”

Jamie O’Hara comes up with a radical idea to end the 19/20 Premier League season, Adrian Durham & Darren Gough pick their favourite football boot of all time on Drive, Steve Harmison reminisces about the greatest Test series of all time when he helped England regain The Ashes in 2005, there’s news from a Honeymoon in Antigua with two callers on the Midnight Train to Madness and Andy Goldstein tells us about a new sport he’s managed to get into.  
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“We needed Churchill but we got Iain Duncan Smith”

Watford’s Ben Foster tells us what self-isolation was like last week after he tested negative for Coronavirus, Danny Mills looks back at being part of England’s World Cup campaign in 2002 on Kick-Off with Hugh Woozencroft, Simon Jordan demands that every option must be exhausted before cancelling the football season, Paul Hawksbee tells us what life’s like gorging on Peaky Blinders and Charlton boss Lee Bowyer calls into the Jim White show.  
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Darren Bent Does Mastermind…AGAIN

West Ham legend Paulo Di Canio calls for unity from Hammers fans on the Jim White and Natalie Sawyer show, Darren Bent reacts to his record low score on Mastermind with Max Rushden, former Ajax midfielder Ronald De Boer chats to Darren Gough on the 120th anniversary of the iconic Dutch club being founded, Adrian Durham tells another untold talkSPORT tale about two anonymous presenters and the Sports Bar take ‘live’ reports from the greatest Premier League clash of all time from 1996 (Liverpool 4-3 Newcastle) but things don’t quite go to plan.  
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“Bellingham should go to Dortmund NOT United”

Arsene Wenger gives his thoughts on the completion of the Premier League season on the Jim White show, Danny Murphy takes us behind the scenes of Liverpool’s famous UEFA Cup victory in 2001 and why Gerard Houllier wouldn’t allow the players to drink after the game, Ray Parlour has a surprising story about Kolo Toure and why the Ivorian almost ended his own Arsenal career before it had started, Hawksbee & Jacobs have news on artificially intelligent butlers and Hugh Woozencroft chats to his guests on Kick-Off: Added Time about Jude Bellingham and which European giant he might join.  
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“Bobby Zamora’s like Napoleon with his tactics”

Simon Jordan calls for players in the EFL to take a pay cut during the Coronavirus outbreak on the Final Word, Stuart Pearce confesses to ‘insider trading’ in a game of Fantasy Football, on Fight Night Dillian Whyte tells us why his next bout with Alexander Povetkin is ‘personal’, former QPR defender Shaun Derry joins Gameday: The Record Book podcast looking back at the final day of the 2011/2012 season when Manchester City won the Premier League and Joey Barton was infamously sent off and Tony Cascarino tells us who were the best defenders he ever played against including an unlikely top three. 
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Could Maradona do it at Barnsley in the wind?

Danny Murphy reflects on his match winner for Liverpool in December 2000 at Old Trafford to inflict a first Premiership defeat at home for Manchester United in two years, legendary golfer Gary Player selects his all-time favourite foursome he’d love to play a round of 18 with when he sits down with Bob Bubka, Paul Hawksbee gives an update on how his indoor Joe Wicks exercise program is coming along, England wicket keeper Jos Buttler tells us why he’d be happy to play in front of empty crowds as long as matches were televised, Featherweight World Champion Josh Warrington picks his top four most influential Leeds United players of all time and there’s a Cristiano Ronaldo special in the return of Statman Billy on the Sports Bar.  
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Is Soccer Dog the greatest ever sporting film?

Jamie O’Hara supports the idea of top flight players taking pay cuts to help clubs struggling while no football is being played, Hawksbee & Jacobs discuss the old team initiations Wimbledon became infamous for and a Lebanese delicacy the former chairman enjoyed serving up to his manager, Adrian Durham and Darren Gough pick their best ever sporting films on Drive, Matt Holland recalls the season he captained Ipswich Town to a fifth place finish in the Premier League, Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti surprises a fan, Huddersfield manager Danny Cowley tells us how his players are keeping fit and singer songwriter Roman Harris jumps on board the Midnight Train to Madness.  
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“I’d least like to isolate with Jimmy Anderson”

Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel looks back at that incredible 1999 Champions League Final win over Bayern Munich on Drive, Carl Froch gives his best Johnny Cash rendition on Fight Night, actor Stephen Graham joins Breakfast talking all things homeschooling and working with the iconic cast on The Irishman, Chris Woakes decides who he’d like to isolate with in the England cricket camp, Hawksbee & Jacobs make a surprise appearance in the talkSPORT FIFA team taking on Bristol City and there’s the arrival of a new feature on the Sports Bar in Je Ne Sais Pas as Andy Goldstein & Jason Cundy go head-to-head.  
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“We went to the pub then beat Liverpool at Wembley”

Sir Ian McGeechan recollects the British & Irish Lions famous series win against South Africa in 1997 and talks about his memorable pre-match speech, Peter Schmeichel recalls the time Denmark went to Euro ’92 at short notice and won the tournament despite not qualifying as Yugoslavia went into civil war, Sir Andrew Strauss opens up about his relationship with Kevin Pietersen on My Sporting Life which airs in full on Sunday at 8pm, former Wimbledon striker Terry Gibson tells us how the Dons players ‘prepared’ in their own unique way on the eve of the 1988 FA Cup Final against Liverpool and the Sports Bar are joined by a love & online dating expert.  
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“It was Arsenal’s greatest ever goal”

Perry Groves recalls the dramatic moment Arsenal won the league at Anfield in injury-time thanks to that famous Michael ‘it’s up for grabs now’ Thomas goal, Tony Cascarino tells us what sharing a dressing room with Roy Keane was like, Danny Kelly takes us behind the scenes at Euro 96 with an incredible Paul Gascoigne tale, Promoter Bob Arum gives us a date for the third fight in the Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder trilogy, in the Gameday Record Book Archives podcast former Gunners midfielder Adrian Clarke looks back at a pivotal game in the 2003/04 season which saw Arsene Wenger’s men remain ‘invincible’ and Stuart Pearce reveals what Bobby Robson used to call him when he was playing for England. 
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“Grealish Should Be Sacked & Dismissed From The Game”

Laura Woods makes her full debut as the Breakfast presenter alongside Darren Bent, Formula 1 Renault driver Daniel Ricciardo reveals his Netflix guilty pleasure, Gary Lineker suggests an idea to complete the Premier League season, former Nottingham Forest keeper Mark Crossley reminds us of the time Brian Clough made him play a Sunday league match, Chief Sports Writer at The Sunday Times and author of Seven Deadly Sins David Walsh discusses the Lance Armstrong affair and the demise of the American cyclist on Drive and Shaun Custis takes us behind the scenes at USA ’94 when Jack Charlton received a touchline ban as manager of the Republic of Ireland.  
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Could Liverpool Receive A Smaller Trophy?

Robbie Williams joins the Sports Bar live from Beverly Hills and reveals all about an impromptu concert he gave to George Michael and Bono in the 1990s, Simon Jordan slams Premier League clubs for taking advantage of the Government’s furlough scheme, on the Jim White Show Spencer Oliver gives a damning verdict about Billy Joe Saunders and his social media video about men hitting their partners, Perry Groves & Martin Keown pay tribute to their old Arsenal teammate David ‘Rocky’ Rocastle, Jamie O’Hara slams a ‘selfish’ Jack Grealish for his recent apology and Andy Goldstein & Jason Cundy have shock news about Liverpool potentially receiving a smaller Premier League trophy if the season is incomplete. 
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Should Pogba Give His Wages To League Two?

Darren Bent joins Laura Woods on the Sports Breakfast and tells us why Premier League players should take voluntary pay cuts, England fast bowler Mark Wood sheds light on his healthy rivalry with Jofra Archer, Wolves' Pedro Neto is the latest sportsman to let us know which teammate he couldn’t isolate with, Sheffield United’s record signing Sander Berge heaps praise on his manager Chris Wilder, Hawksbee & Jacobs deliver another brilliant edition of the Clips of the Month, a coach in Belarus recalls the time Diego Maradona rocked up at his club as the Chairman in 2018 and Andy Goldstein admits to an April Fool’s prank on Liverpool fans. 
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“Wenger Is A Specialist In Failure”

Ally McCoist regales us with a brilliant Paul Gascoigne story from a Scottish Cup Final which is pretty remarkable even by Gazza’s standards, former Liverpool and Chelsea defender Glen Johnson tells us why Premier League players shouldn’t receive mandatory wage cuts, meanwhile agent Kia Joorabchian admits that all of the players on his books haven’t objected to potential salary adjustments, head coach Eddie Jones explains why England can be the best team of all time, Alan Brazil reveals how he’ll save his marriage during the national lockdown, Adrian Durham picks his greatest sporting rivalry of all time and there’s a bold statement from a caller on the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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The Football Family? More Like The Addams Family

Tony Cascarino slams Liverpool for putting non-playing staff on Furlough, comedian Romesh Ranganathan tells Weekend Breakfast how he’s coping without sport during Lockdown, on Sunday Exclusive Mark Saggers reveals why PFA Chief Executive Gordon Taylor should be ‘ashamed’, Simon Jordan gives Premier League footballers some advice on how they should be dealing with the current pay situation, meanwhile Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder defends players in the top flight and the predicament they find themselves in, former England goalkeeper David James recalls the moment he played up front under Stuart Pearce at Manchester City on Saturday Sessions and Gareth A. Davies has some hippopotamus tips for Regis Prograis on Fight Night!  
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Drew McIntyre & Ally McCoist Vs Chris Sutton

Tyson Fury joins the Breakfast show and gives a damning verdict on Deontay Wilder’s performance against him in Las Vegas two months ago, WWE’s new World Champion Drew McIntyre calls out a former Premier League winner as well as the Gypsy King, a Liverpool fan feels ‘ashamed’ of his club for opting into the Government’s Furlough Scheme on the Jim White show but within hours the Anfield hierarchy reverse their decision, Sean Dyche is the second Premier League manager in as many days to defend top flight footballers after criticism from Health Minister Matt Hancock, talkSPORT’s boxing commentator Dom McGuiness recalls Ricky Hatton’s super-fight in Vegas against Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather back in 2007, Paul Hawksbee delivers some DIY hairstyling tips and West Ham’s Declan Rice is given some unique training advice from Jason Cundy on the Sports Bar. 
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George Weah’s ‘Cousin’ & An Ode To Cundy

Ian Holloway makes a passionate plea to the general public whilst also demanding higher salaries for NHS staff, football finance expert David Conn & Simon Jordan defend clubs for using the government’s furlough scheme, Jamie O’Hara denies having ever shared a dressing-room with former Finland goalkeeper Antti Niemi despite playing with him for a season, Ally McCoist believes Kyle Walker still deserves one more chance at international level with England despite his recent misdemeanour, Matt Le Tissier recalls the time he was substituted for the Premier League’s worst ever player and a caller on the Midnight Train to Madness reads a poem for Andy Goldstein & Jason Cundy.  
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Freddie Flintoff Sledges, Iwan Thomas Trims Hedges

New signing Freddie Flintoff makes his Sports Breakfast debut and recounts the time he sledged the fastest bowler of all time which backfired spectacularly, West Brom’s Charlie Austin auditions for the role as Extra-Time co-host, Jose Fonte tells us why his fellow countryman Cristiano Ronaldo may return to Real Madrid, a philosophical Sadio Mane gives his thoughts on the potential outcome of this season’s Premier League, Ray Houghton relives scoring a penalty at Italia ’90 (his first ever as a professional) in a famous shootout victory for the Republic of Ireland, a caller on the Sports Bar throws his hat into the ring to become talkSPORT’s Poet Laureate and Jason Cundy applauds Premier League footballers for the #PlayersTogether initiative to help generate funds for the NHS. 
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Federer’s Fedora & Brazil’s Naked Neighbours

Sam Allardyce makes a passionate defence of Premier League footballers after recent criticism from the government, Wolves captain Conor Coady sings the praises of Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson for leading the new #PlayersTogether initiative for the NHS, Steve McLaren reflects on life at Manchester United working under Sir Alex Ferguson, Alan Brazil has a surprise revelation about one of his neighbours and how they’re going about lockdown life, Robbie Fowler stands up for footballers believing them to be ‘easy targets’ in the current climate, there’s live sport as Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor and Raymond Van Barneveld take each other on in a game of darts live from their living rooms, Darren Gough tells us why Gladiator IS a war film and poetry corner continues on the Sports Bar with Andy Goldstein, Jason Cundy and a caller. 
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Tributes to Sir Sterling Moss and Peter Bonetti

Tony Cascarino isn't happy that footballers are being financially victimised, close friend of Sir Stirling Moss, Maurice Hamilton pays tribute to the racing great, respects are also paid to Chelsea legend Peter Bonetti after his sad passing, Joe Calzaghe laughs off Carl Froch’s challenge to come out of retirement and face him, while former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley predicts a bleak year for golf fans, Frank Warren gives his opinion on the revitalisation of boxing going forward, Simon Jordan rants about the unique financial structure of football clubs and the Trans Europe Express investigates soundproofing while broadcasting from home! 
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Freddie Flintoff Was The Honey Monster

On the Sports Breakfast Ally McCoist launches a scathing attack on the SPFL, former Crystal Palace Chairman Simon Jordan takes aim at Premier League players for not taking more significant pay cuts on the Press Box, Southampton’s James Ward-Prowse heaps praise on his manager Ralph Hasenhüttl, Freddie Flintoff picks a few things he’d like to put into Room 101 including one of his former coaches, Perry Groves slams Oriol Romeu’s idea of having cameras in Premier League dressing rooms, Sir Jackie Stewart pays tribute to the legend Sir Stirling Moss, former Cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew admits he misses being punched in the face and Chris, a caller on the Sports Bar, has some unique dating advice for the nation during Lockdown. 
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Tyrone Mings The Magnificent

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen reacts to Sir Andrew Strauss’ comments about him in a recent edition of My Sporting Life on talkSPORT, Simon Jordan slams Gary Neville’s idea of placing a transfer ban on Premier League clubs for furloughing non-playing staff, Gary O’Neil criticises his former club Norwich City for signing a new striker in the current climate, on Hawksbee & Jacobs broadcasting legend Chris Tarrant praises Michael Sheen for his performance of him in Quiz, there’s an Anglo/Scottish Elvis Pressley ‘duet’ with Freddie Flintoff & Ally McCoist, Aston Villa’s Tyrone Mings makes a superb gesture towards NHS staff on the Breakfast show with Laura Woods, there’s news that a former Newcastle United manager could return to St James’ Park as a takeover of the Tyneside club looks imminent and a caller on the Sports Bar’s Midnight Train flouts the rules one too many times.  
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The One With Noel Gallagher & Jack Whitehall

Jim White has big breaking news on the Newcastle United takeover; Rock legend Noel Gallagher reveals how he came up with the lyrics to Champagne Supernova, on Drive Darren Gough tells us why he’ll ‘never forgive’ his former England teammate Freddie Flintoff, meanwhile Flintoff divulges which of the Neville brothers could have been a cricketing great, former Manchester United defender Gary Pallister recalls the infamous night Eric Cantona ‘kung-fu’ kicked a spectator at Crystal Palace and how Sir Alex Ferguson dealt with the Frenchman in the dressing-room, comedian Jack Whitehall discloses which contestant from a League Of Their Own is receiving home schooling from his own kids, Peterborough chairman Darragh McAnthony has some forthright views on the EFL deferral situation and a former Tour de France winner has news on how he’s raising funds for the NHS heroes. 
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Ben Mee Is Watching You

Rangers legend Ally McCoist blasts the Scottish Professional Football League after the season was ended with immediate effect, Sam Allardyce tells the potential new owners of Newcastle United why Steve Bruce should be backed, West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen reveals which former Champions League winning teammate he wants to emulate, Adrian Durham & Darren Gough clash about THAT Roberto Carlos free-kick from 1997, Burnley’s Ben Mee dishes out his Netflix recommendations, Alan Brazil boasts about his bush-shearing prowess on Breakfast, Glen Johnson voices concerns about player welfare if the Premier League is condensed into a short timeframe, Andy Jacobs’ wife, Sue, a former hairdresser, gives tips to listeners about maintaining their hairdos during lockdown and former Manchester United midfielder Lee Sharpe has some bizarre meditation advice for the Sports Bar. 
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Stuart Pearce Was England's Worst Ever Tenant

On the Final Word Simon Jordan has some worrying financial news for Premier League clubs if matches are played behind closed doors, there are mixed emotions for a Newcastle United fan on Sunday Exclusive as the St James’ Park club are set to be bought out by a Saudi Arabian backed deal, former Hull goalkeeper Steve Harper reveals all about being a landlord to a former teammate, Tony Cascarino picks some of the biggest moaners he played alongside, there’s some actual live sport as Rupert Bell commentates on racing from Hong Kong on talkSPORT 2, Tyson Fury’s former trainer Ben Davison compares the Gypsy King to the great Muhammad Ali. Eddie Gray pays tribute to his friend, former teammate and Leeds United legend Norman ‘bite yer legs’ Hunter and despite having a statue destroyed in his hometown a few months ago there’s talk about a potential return to Sweden for Zlatan Ibrahimovic on the Trans Europe Express. 
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McCoist On The Jump, Flintoff On Strictly…

Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg admits he supports VAR but tells the Breakfast show that it must be used better, ahead of the new series Up Front tonight on talkSPORT from 7pm Gary Lineker talks about his heartache from Italia 90, Freddie Flintoff doesn’t rule out appearing in Strictly Come Dancing, former England fast bowler Darren Gough tells Drive that he has serious concerns about this year’s county cricket season happening at all, Arsenal defender Pablo Mari tells us how he’s been getting on during lockdown and settling in at the Emirates. Liverpool’s 2001 UEFA Cup winning manager Gerard Houllier has words of positivity for all football fans, the former Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan is once again telling the Press Box why more Premier League players must take pay cuts and there’s the resurrection of an old favourite feature on the Sports Bar. 
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“Ozil Is An Easy Target”

Ally McCoist defends Mesut Ozil after the German rejected Arsenal’s 12.5% pay cut, Hannah Moore, the daughter of NHS fundraising hero Captain Tom, admits she’s been taken aback by the generosity of the general public, Ian Rush tells Drive no matter what happens to the current Premier League season Liverpool must get recognition for their performances, former England captain Nasser Hussain tells Breakfast he has little optimism of their being much play domestically this summer, the Sports Bar have ‘Irish’ Micky Ward on the show to look back at his incredible trilogy of fights against Canada’s Arturo Gatti as well as the biographical film, The Fighter, starring Mark Wahlberg made about his boxing career. On Drive Darren Gough reveals the time he bought a sports car in some unusual attire, Freddie Flintoff admits he had a very leftfield sporting hero as a child and after battling coronavirus symptoms former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor praises a former teammate for his help. 
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I’ll Get This With Steve Bruce

Former Crystal Palace and Republic of Ireland striker Clinton Morrison tells the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show why Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford is good enough to join one of the elite clubs in Spain, Darren Bent defends Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil over the pay-cut row and also urges Newcastle United to keep hold of his old manager Steve Bruce, Freddie Flintoff has his own tales of ‘Brucey’ on holiday in Dubai, Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden and MP & talkRADIO’s John Nicholson clash over the Saudi-backed takeover of the St James’ Park club, former England batsman Alec Stewart reminisces about scoring two centuries in one Test match against the all-conquering West Indies in 1994 at Bridgetown, Barbados. Musician James Arthur reveals who he would like to play in a FIFA tournament on the Breakfast show, there’s breaking news on Phil Neville’s future with the England Women’s team and on the Sports Bar Andy Goldstein & Jason Cundy look back at some epic football matches played whilst on holiday. 
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Ricky Gervais & Dennis O’Sullivan

Ahead of the new series of After Life comic legend Ricky Gervais joins the Sports Bar and reveals how he’s coping with life in lockdown as well as giving his Premier League predictions, former England and Liverpool full-back Glen Johnson tells Jim White who was the worst man-manager he played under, Jamie O’Hara and Neil Warnock give the Arsenal players who flouted government coronavirus laws a ticking off, after Burnley’s Ben Mee praised his centre-back partner James Tarkowski last week the England defender returns the favour. Former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor talks about raising money for the NHS by auctioning one of his famous worn shirts, Alan Brazil slams naturists and Drive’s Darren Gough is perplexed as to how the pole-vault competition was invented. 
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“80% of clubs in England could go bust”

Former Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan issues a severe warning to English football clubs should players continue to avoid taking pay cuts during lockdown, on Sunday Exclusive Danny Mills & Ray Houghton discuss their issues with behind closed doors football in the Premier League, Tony Cascarino picks his most intimidating away grounds to play at (including a surprise at number one), Ray Parlour recalls the time Ian Wright and Steve Bruce had a fight in the tunnel at Old Trafford, on the Saturday Sessions Stuart Pearce reveals which England teammate was the best central defender in world football back in 1990, former Newcastle United midfielder Rob Lee looks back at the game when Kevin Keegan walked out on his own team and there’s breaking news of football returning to Serie A in June on the Trans Euro Express. 
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Dropped By Sir Alex And Shunned By Bieber

The Times’ Henry Winter details how football could return to the Premier League by early June on the Breakfast show, Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe talks to Drive about the mental strain of lockdown on himself and his players, Freddie Flintoff recalls the time he wasn’t ‘allowed’ to meet Justin Bieber, Danny Murphy tells Jim White why Moise Kean should be given the benefit of the doubt, former Liverpool and Leeds player Dominic Matteo pays tribute to the NHS staff after he recovered from a brain tumour. In a rare public interview PGMOL referee Kevin Friend defends VAR and also talks about life without football during lockdown, former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov recalls the time Sir Alex Ferguson told him he would not start the 2009 Champions League Final against Barcelona in a new episode of Up Front With and on the Sports Bar ESPN boxing expert Dan Rafael picks the greatest knockouts he’s ever seen including one dished out by a British legend of the sport.  
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“The Best Scenario Is We Lose This Season”

Simon Jordan joins the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show and tells them why completing this Premier League season is now inconceivable, Freddie Flintoff, Ally McCoist & Laura Woods discuss ways to look after your mental health during lockdown, Stuart Broad reveals the secret to his success as a fast bowler at Test level on Drive, Alan Kennedy pays tribute to his former Liverpool teammate Michael Robinson who has sadly passed away, aged 61. David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd takes us behind the scenes when he signed Freddie Flintoff as a teenager for Lancashire, Colchester United chairman Robbie Cowling admits it’s been a difficult decision releasing senior players due to the coronavirus pandemic and Greg, a caller on the Midnight Train to Madness, can’t quite get his around the rules of the feature. 
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'Allo 'Allo! With Laura Woods & Ally McCoist

Alan Pardew speaks exclusively to talkSPORT on his reasons for leaving Den Haag in the Netherlands as well as his experience of the Eredivisie, meanwhile former Rangers and Dutch midfielder Ronald De Boer criticises Pardew’s ‘poor’ style of play after his short reign as manager, British heavyweight boxer Dillian Whyte talks about how proud he is of his Mum who is an NHS nurse, actors Daniel Mays and Stephen Graham discuss life with ‘anonymity’ on Breakfast. QPR’s Jordan Hugill gives a frank and honest interview about the mental strain of life in lockdown without football, on Drive Adrian Durham makes a compelling argument as to why the current season must be completed, Brighton’s Glenn Murray defends footballers who have been an ‘easy target for politicians’ during the Coronavirus pandemic and after a brief absence on the Sports Bar, Paul, makes a welcome return to the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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"If Gerrard Didn't Slip, Rodgers Would Be At Barcelona"

On the Breakfast show Ally McCoist argues that Steve Bruce deserves the backing of the incoming owners at Newcastle United, Jamie O’Hara gives his advice on why communication is so important for everyone’s mental wellbeing during lockdown, on his 100th birthday Captain Tom Moore joins Chris Evans on Virgin Breakfast as his NHS fundraising reaches £30 million, Tim Sherwood makes a bold claim about Brendan Rodgers while picking his manager of the season, on Kick-Off Sheffield United’s George Baldock reveals the secret to Chris Wilder’s successful management at Brammall Lane, Eddie Gray pays tribute to his former Leeds teammate Trevor Cherry, who has passed away, aged 72. Former Reading striker Dave Kitson launches his attempt to become the PFA Chief Executive, Alan Brazil gives us an insight into shopping with his wife and the ‘Virtual’ Sports Bar gets a little bit too rowdy with Jason Cundy & Andy Goldstein.   
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Introducing Stories of our times - Hold your horses: should Cheltenham Festival have gone ahead?

Introducing a new free daily news podcast from our freinds Stories of our times. It takes you to the heart of the stories that matter, with exclusive access and reporting. Published for the start of your day, it is hosted by Manveen Rana and David Aaronovitch. The Cheltenham Festival was the last major sporting event to take place prior to the national lockdown in the UK. But should it ever have happened? The four-day fixture took place in March and has since become a lightning rod for criticism around perceived government inaction on the coronavirus crisis. We talk to people who were there. 
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“Manchester United Are Utterly Confused”

On the Sunday Exclusive Danny Mills & Mark Saggers discuss why this season must be completed even if it goes into 2021, Simon Jordan tells the Final Word that football is being rushed back too quickly and more must be done by the government, former world champion Ricky Hatton reveals on Fight Night why Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury will happen, Sir Mo Farah takes us behind the scenes to the 2012 Olympic Games and Super Saturday, Stuart Pearce talks about the pressure he was under to pick David Beckham in the Team GB squad at the same tournament, Tony Cascarino picks the best prankster he shared a dressing room with, Ayoze Perez admits he rejected Barcelona & Real Madrid to join Newcastle United and Hibernian fan Dougie Anderson joins the Glory Hunters podcast and has some home truths for Manchester United fans. 
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Ravel With A Cause

Freddie Flintoff & Ally McCoist tell Laura Woods on Breakfast why they’re both opposed to sport returning during the Covid-19 crisis but their Drive counterparts Adrian Durham & Darren Gough disagree and put their support behind Project Restart. Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen reveals why his old teammate Jamie Carragher inadvertently helped him join Spanish giants Real Madrid, seven-time Ryder Cup winner Lee Westwood voices his concerns about competing for the famous trophy in front of no fans, Ravel Morrison admits he was ‘upset’ by Wayne Rooney’s comments about him in the Sunday Times and also admitted to his own career regrets in a rare and frank interview with Jim White & Natalie Sawyer, Sir Rod Stewart slams Rangers for not conceding the title to Celtic in Scotland and Liverpool legend David Fairclough reveals the frustrations Jurgen Klopp’s going through as the Reds manager prepares for all outcomes with the Premier League season. Freddie Flintoff argues with Ally McCoist why there is the potential existence of Dodos, former England Rugby World Cup winner Matt Dawson discussed the financial impact the sport is going through and a caller has huge problems trying t…

Sir Rod Stewart Vs Super Ally McCoist

talkSPORT’s Drive host Adrian Durham slams PFA Chief Executive Gordon Taylor for suggesting that Premier League matches should be less than 90 minutes once football returns, Ally McCoist takes aim at Rock singer Rod Stewart after he suggested that Rangers should concede the title to Celtic, former Football Association chairman Greg Dyke criticises the organisation for failing to become a global power when the Premier League was in its infancy and Freddie Flintoff tells a ‘ghost’ story on Breakfast. EFL chief executive Rick Parry talks about the ‘evil that needs to be eradicated from the game’, Everton defender Lucas Digne chats about playing in the Merseyside derby and playing under Carlo Ancelotti with talkSPORT’s James Savundra and in a Goodfellas film quiz, a slight error leads to pandemonium on the Sports Bar. 
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'Cardboard Fans Will Improve Arsenal's Atmosphere'

On a day of exclusive interviews across the talkSPORT network Jim White grills Gordon Taylor over the PFA hiring an accountancy firm to look into clubs' finances, Rangers boss Steven Gerrard talks about battling Celtic ‘until the end’ for the title as well as ‘bumping into Jurgen Klopp’ during lockdown, former Manchester United Champions League winner Wes Brown admits that he would carry on playing despite the Covid-19 pandemic and Aston Villa chief executive Christian Purslow tells Breakfast he’s against finishing the Premier League season at neutral venues. German football expert Kev Hatchard tells Drive there’s no guarantee of the season being completed despite Angela Merkel giving the Bundesliga the green light to return later this month, Freddie Flintoff reveals all about his night out with Archbishop Desmond Tutu & Elton John on Breakfast, Laura Woods divulges a sensational story about Andy Goldstein and a caller celebrating her birthday gets barred from the Sports Bar after getting overexcited on the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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Dave Kitson Explains Sterling Comments

As he bids to become the new PFA Chief Executive Dave Kitson is challenged by Hugh Woozencroft, Emile Heskey & Darren Lewis about his previous comments on abuse directed at Raheem Sterling, Neil Warnock raises his concerns over the Premier League’s Project Restart, Sir Rod Stewart confronts Ally McCoist on Breakfast over their on-running dispute over the conclusion of the SPL and President of World Athletics Lord Sebastian Coe tells Drive that the suspension of Tokyo 2020 is a shame but it gives them the chance to make the games even better next year. Tyson Fury’s promoter Frank Warren admits that despite the reports he hasn’t made contact with Matchroom about a unification fight between Anthony Joshua and the Gypsy King, Crystal Palace forward Christian Benteke reveals on Drive why he has Kevin De Bruyne to thank for his move to England and on the Sports Bar Premier League winner Danny Simpson takes us back to 2016 when Leicester won the title. 
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Up Front With...Gary Lineker

GameDay brings you a new series! Along with your normal instalments of Sam Matterface and Danny Kelly talkSPORT brings you Up Front With... Hosted by Sam Matterface we bring you a podcast which takes a look into the art of goal scoring, speaking to some of the best strikers in the game. We've got some real legends lined up this series and it all kicks off in this episode with the one and only Gary Lineker! We hear about Lineker's career defining goals, the pressures of being a top flight striker, his biggest disappointment and much more. 
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Up Front With...Dimitar Berbatov

We bring you another Up Front With... This week we have a man who's scored goals in Bulgaria, France, Germany as well as the Premier League with clubs Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United and Fulham.  Sam Matterface sits down with the great man himself to discuss Berbatov's childhood, career defining goals, the Manchester United dressing room, his first meeting with former Spurs boss Martin Jol and how it felt to be left out of a Champions league final. 
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A Stepanovs In The Wrong Direction

On the Final Word Simon Jordan delivers his idea for the ‘financial resetting’ of English football, Arsene Wenger tells Jim White why Liverpool are ‘already champions’, Ray Parlour reveals how a ‘wind-up’ led to Wenger signing Igor Stepanovs, former Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy admits that his infamous World Cup bust-up with Roy Keane led to his loneliest moment, Stuart Pearce picks the best goalkeeper he ever played with on the Saturday Sessions and Max Rushden & Barry Glendenning reminisce over an old Ian Culverhouse game from 2015. Former Communications Director of the FA Adrian Bevington advocates salary caps in England, on Jack Charlton’s 85th birthday Tony Cascarino picks some of the funniest moments playing under the world cup winner and Johnny Nelson tells Fight Night why he’d have beaten Oleksandr Usyk in his prime. 
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A Bust-Up With Souness & Tim Paine In A Fine Mess

On the Press Box Simon Jordan boots football’s neutral venue idea into row Z, Belgium manager Roberto Martinez joins Drive and talks about the ‘calculated risk’ sport must take to get back to action, Danny Murphy tells Natalie Sawyer why he’d be happy to ‘play tomorrow’ if he was still a professional footballer, on the Breakfast show Ally McCoist takes us behinds the scenes to an Old Firm game when he had a dressing-room bust-up with hard-man Graeme Souness and Freddie Flintoff is massively unimpressed after the Australian captain Tim Paine confessed to doing a ‘Gary Lineker’ during last year’s Ashes. Newcastle’s Jonjo Shelvey speaks to talkSPORT’S James Savundra about living in the Coronavirus ‘nightmare’ and life under Steve Bruce at St James’ Park, former Magpies’ striker Les Ferdinand admits their ‘gung-ho’ tactics cost them the title in 1996, after losing the FA Cup Final in the same year the Liverpool captain John Barnes reveals what happened to Eric Cantona’s Manchester United shirt and the Sports Bar pick their Fruit XI.   
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“Points-Per-Game Relegation Would Be Scandalous”

Ally McCoist tells the Breakfast show why Danny Rose was wrong to say he ‘doesn’t give a f***’ about the nation's morale, Freddie Flintoff compared the situation Rose and other footballers find themselves in right now to a time when he felt pressured to play in Zimbabwe during the Robert Mugabe reign, Australian captain Tim Paine gives his side of the story after his admission over a mishap on the field in the 2019 Ashes at Old Trafford, in the same series Jofra Archer admits his concerns after hitting Steve Smith in the neck at Lord’s, Class of ’92 member Ben Thornley talks about the cruel way his career was brought to an early end at Manchester United, after Ian Wright suffered racial abuse on Instagram earlier this week Simon Jordan believes the only way to get the big social media companies to change their policies is to boycott them, Charlton boss Lee Bowyer urges the EFL not to implement a points-per-game system to end the season and on Drive Darren Gough reveals all about his relationship with a parrot on tour in the West Indies. 
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Darren Gough Could Have Been David Beckham

On Breakfast Darren Bent backs Danny Rose for being outspoken over Project Restart, Rock legend Noel Gallagher relives the incredible final day of the Premier League season in 2012 when Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero scored that goal against QPR, The Times’ Matthew Syed tells Jim White why it’s ‘fair for footballers to risk their lives’ for the game to return in England and Shaun Wright-Phillips reveals how he deals with racist abuse on social media. On Drive Owen Hargreaves looks back at Manchester United’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Chelsea in the Champions League Final in 2008 and how Germany is getting ready for the return of the Bundesliga, Darren Gough admits his heartbreak at being biffed for a hair gel advert, Pep Guardiola may be headed back to Barcelona according to Trevor Sinclair and on the Sports Bar Jason Cundy plays the new quiz, Play Your Cards Wrong, with quizmaster Rufus. 
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Joorabchian Vs Neville & Chisora Vs Usyk

On the Breakfast show Alan Brazil suggests that footballers should get back to work but his co-host Jamie O’Hara argues that Premier League stars must only return when it’s ‘100% safe’, super-agent Kia Joorabchian blasts Gary Neville after the pundit’s comments about Carlos Tevez, Middlesbrough’s Adam Clayton heaps praise on the NHS after his father left hospital having spent 51-days in intensive care, Dereck Chisora tells Oleksandr Usyk he’ll ‘fight him tomorrow’ if he could, Bournemouth’s Adam Smith reveals the secret that’s galvanised the Cherries during a difficult season, Jamie O’Hara looks back at his penalty miss when Spurs lost the 2009 League Cup Final to Manchester United, the 1988 FA Cup winning manager Bobby Gould reminisces about the late great Laurie Cunningham and the Crazy Gang beating Liverpool 32 years ago at Wembley and on the Sports Bar there’s another dose of Play Your Cards Wrong with Andy Goldstein & Jason Cundy. 
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Up Front With...Troy Deeney

Sam Matterface brings you another Up Front With... This week we hear from the Watford Captain Troy Deeney!  We get under the skin of Watford's leading Premier League goal scorer and learn about the many sacrifices he and his family have had to make. From the early years, how he got his chance in professional football, the ups and downs of Watford FC, the impact Gianfranco Zola had on his game and why that goal against Leicester was not his defining moment. 
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Up Front With...Sir Les Ferdinand

On this episode of Up Front With... Sam Matterface brings you the former Newcastle, QPR, Spurs and England striker Sir Les Ferdinand. We take a look at this striker's outstanding career with 215 goals, a winner of the Turkish Cup, Football League Cup, scorer of the 10,000th goal in the Premier League and member of the Premier League 100 club. Les opens up about giving the number nine shirt to Alan Shearer, why Newcastle lost the title and why David Beckham's red card against Argentina cost him at the 1998 World Cup. 
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The Bundesliga Returns & Chelsea’s Great Gesture

Simon Jordan demands more from leading figures in the world of football during the pandemic on the Final Word, Former Ireland striker Tony Cascarino reveals which former club of his has shown a brilliant caring gesture to him during Lockdown, European football expert Andy Brassell looks back at the weekend’s action in the Bundesliga as football returned to Germany with action live on the talkSPORT network, Paul Merson takes us behind the scenes of a new TV show and tells us what it’s like playing for Harry Redknapp, Max Rushden & Barry Glendenning look back at a ‘terrible’ game of Ian Culverhouse from 2017 on the Warm-Up and there’s a unique idea how to complete the Premier League season in the latest edition of the Glory Hunters podcast.  
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When The Dons Dumped Manchester United Out

England & Spurs captain Harry Kane admits that he’s ‘benefited’ from the Coronavirus break and he’ll be fully fit when football returns, Crystal Palace’s Andros Townsend tells Jim White & Natalie Sawyer that the game must restart to save the sport, on talkRADIO Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden expects the Premier League to return by mid-June and with Mental Health Awareness Week underway, the former Manchester United midfielder Luke Chadwick revealed he ‘doesn’t hold grudges’ over the torment he went through caused by the BBC’s ‘They Think It’s All Over’ programme twenty years ago. Celtic boss Neil Lennon reflects on the Hoops being handed the SPL title and also confesses that he has no sympathy for Rangers, Harry Redknapp talks about taking on a team of naturists in the show Harry’s Heroes, on Drive the former MK Dons boss Karl Robinson looks back at their famous victory over Louis Van Gaal’s Manchester United and on the Sports Bar Jason Cundy and Andy Goldstein go head-to-head in another battle of Play Your Cards Wrong. 
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Reservoir Frogs With Freddie Flintoff

Ally McCoist leaps to the defence of Watford’s Troy Deeney on the Breakfast show after the Hornets’ captain refused to train due to his fears over the Coronavirus and the wellbeing of his family, meanwhile the former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan tells Jim White & Natalie Sawyer that Deeney must now take a pay cut if he’s unwilling to train, Lee Hendrie opens up about his own depression while encouraging listeners to talk about their problems, former world champion Ricky Hatton urges Mike Tyson not to return to the ring to fight Evander Holyfield but David Haye thinks that the third bout of the trilogy should happen, Hawksbee & Jacobs take us back to some Clips of the Week from 2012 plus they discuss the text topic of ‘German’ cockney rhyming slang, Freddie Flintoff tells Breakfast how he duped the producers of I’m a Celebrity Down Under into thinking he had a certain phobia and on the Sports Bar there’s another Titanic battle between Andy Goldstein & Jason Cundy in Play Your Cards Wrong. 
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“You Can’t Criticise Troy Deeney”

Darren Bent & Clinton Morrison both offer their support of Troy Deeney after the Watford skipper didn’t attend training due to fears the Coronavirus may affect the health of his family, meanwhile the QPR Chief Executive Lee Hoos tells Jim White & Natalie Sawyer that his medical team believe it’s ‘safe’ for football to return, Freddie Flintoff reveals all on Breakfast about the week he spent camping in Botswana for a TV show with lions for company, former England fast bowler Darren Gough tells Drive that the ban on saliva on cricket balls won’t have any bearing on the sport, Ipswich legend John Wark looks back at the club’s famous UEFA Cup win in 1981 with some complimentary words for talkSPORT’s Alan Brazil and there’s another sample of Hawksbee & Jacobs’ Clips of the Week, Wheel of Fortune. Homeland & Supergirl actor David Harewood talks about the positives he’s drawn from life in lockdown and in the Sports Bar Cup there’s news from Graham Beecroft on the massive local derby as the Soft Drink XI take on the Beer XI. 
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Very Superstitious, Luis Suarez’s Pre-Match Ritual

Adrian Durham slams the EFL for ‘sticking a dagger through football’s heart’ as Tranmere Rovers looks set to be relegated to League Two, former Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher takes us behind the scenes to the Champions League Final in 2008 and a rousing Sir Alex Ferguson speech, Jamie O’Hara tells the talkSPORT Breakfast show that Premier League footballers should return to training or not get paid, on the Sports Bar Keith Lemon reveals how sleeping in his garden is helping him cope during lockdown, Glen Johnson discloses who were the most superstitious players he shared a dressing room with and former Burton boss Nigel Clough gives his first interview since leaving the Brewers. On Jim White & Natalie Sawyer’s show ex-France and Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse announces he wants to come out of retirement at the age of 38 and score four more times to reach a century of goals in Ligue 1, John Barnes reveals how the England Italia ‘90 squad missed out on a fortune with the New Order World in Motion song and Newcastle winger Matt Ritchie admits the players ‘have taken’ to boss Steve Bruce as rumours continue about his future. 
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Up Front With...Ellen White

On this edition of Up front With... We have Manchester City striker and England's top goal scorer during the 2019 World Cup, Ellen White! Our own Sam Matterface joins Ellen as they chat about her early days at Arsenal, representing Team GB at the Olympics, the experience of the 2019 World Cup, why the Round of 16 tie with Cameroon was the 'craziest' game of her career and how the former Spurs and Netherlands midfielder Edgar Davids is one of her childhood heroes. 
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The Dive: Does Sport Really Matter?

 A brand new show for you now, The Dive! Jarrod Kimber and Jon Norman will seek to answer one big sporting question each week. This week they are asking 'Does Sport Really Matter' and to help them they've called upon a priest, a psychologist, a university lecturer as well as a couple of familiar super fans in Danny Kelly and Andy Jacobs.   
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Manchester United: Champions Of The Solar System

Former England forward Dean Ashton slams Tom Cleverley after the Watford midfielder suggested that it’s ‘safe’ for football to return, on the Final Word Simon Jordan criticises the Premier League for not looking after the EFL in helping out with funding for Covid-19 testing, Mani from the Stones Roses takes aim at the Gallagher brothers on Jonny Owen & Friends, Bob Arum tells Fight Night that the third bout in the Wilder v Fury Trilogy may happen in Australasia, on The Weekend Breakfast Tony Cascarino reminisces over some of his favourite FA Cup Finals of all time, Andy Brassell takes a forensic look at the weekend’s action in the Bundesliga on the Trans Euro Express, Netflix star and Sunderland co-owner Charlie Methven reveals why he’s created a blueprint for supporters to have part-ownership of their clubs like they do in Germany and there’s another nostalgic game of Culverhouse on Barry Glendenning’s Warm-Up. 
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“Football Will Cease To Exist As We’ve Known It”

Freddie Flintoff & Ally McCoist launch a twitter campaign on talkSPORT Breakfast to get Newcastle United fans to support manager Steve Bruce as rumours circulate over his future as the Magpies boss, Southampton’s Danny Ings admits he ‘feels safe’ returning to training as Project Restart continues, Huddersfield owner Phil Hodgkinson pleads for English football’s governing bodies to get together or scores of clubs could face extinction and former Palace chairman Simon Jordan tells the Press Box how football must learn from the Coronavirus hiatus as the current structure is ‘unsustainable’. On the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show Danny Murphy reveals why Mauricio Pochettino might not be the solution for ‘top-six’ clubs in the Premier League, the former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann looks back at the ‘Miracle of Istanbul’ 15 years ago, Freddie Flintoff reveals his love for Paul Weller, Charlie Baker attempts another round of Don’t Ask Me on Hawksbee & Jacobs, Darren Gough picks Francesco Totti as his best ever one-club footballer and Jason Cundy takes on Andy Goldstein in Play Your Cards Wrong on the Sports Bar. 
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Celtic’s ‘Tainted & Hollow’ Triumph

Teddy Sheringham and Denis Irwin look back at Manchester United’s famous treble victory on the anniversary of the dramatic late comeback against Bayern Munich at the Nou Camp, former Rangers player Gareth McAuley stands by his comments over Celtic’s recent SPL title being ‘hollow’, Simon Jordan once again demands a salary cap in football, Barry Hearn exclusively reveals on the Sports Bar why the World Snooker Championship won’t go ahead this year if they don’t get underway by the July deadline, the three-time NBA Champion BJ Armstrong and star of Netflix’s Last Dance reminisces about sharing a dressing with Michael Jordan and Dennis Rodman at the Chicago Bulls, former Arsenal defender David O’Leary recalls the incredible finish to the season in 1989 when the Gunners won the league at Anfield, Freddie Flintoff and Ally McCoist try to pick their favourite British comedy characters and Jason Cundy excels in a quiz on the Wizard of Oz. 
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Biscuits, Aftershave And Fake Crowds

Former England International Darren Bent takes a look back on talkSPORT Breakfast at his endless first day at Spurs. He also has a kind word or two for Gareth Bale. Alphonso Davies' speed on Bayern's left flank is making the headlines in the reopening of the Bundesliga, where every club is having fun at the expense of the home sides. Meanwhile, Teddy Sheringham expresses his view on Manchester United's Paul Pogba (Spoiler alert: the Frenchman may find it hard to take). Hearts potential relegation from the SPFL will break the host's heart during the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show. And last but not least, the latest on Premier League's return on Hawksbee & Jacobs, Sam Matterface expresses on Drive his opinion about fake crowd noises and a Sports Bar "Klassiker" between Biscuits and Aftershave. 
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IT'S COMING HOME... but behind closed doors

Footballs coming home! The great and the good of talkSPORT and beyond discuss the news that football will be returning on the 17th of June including Darren Bent, Henry Winter and Lars Siversten. Also Harry Redknapp drops in on breakfast to discuss a job offer, Spencer Oliver talks to Natalie Sawyer about what Eddie Hearn has planned in his back garden. Iain Morris & Damon Beesley drop in on H&J to discuss their new sitcom the first team and Britain's most decorated Olympian Mo Farah, joins Andy and Jason on the Sports bar to discuss his life in lockdown and whether his beloved Arsenal can chase down united for a champions league place. 
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Up Front With...Glenn Murray

A man who has to date scored 111 goals in 271 games for Brighton, and went from working on a building site to becoming a Premier League striker, in this edition we go Up Front with… Glenn Murray.  Sam Matterface goes under the skin of this top-flight goal scorer, we hear about growing up working in a factory, his apprenticeship in the USA, which then led to an unsuccessful trial at Sunderland under Mick McCarthy. Leaving Brighton to join their arch-rivals Crystal Palace and why scoring his 100th against Wolves didn't really mean a lot to him. 
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Trevor nelson "he plays what he wants"

Liverpool Captain Jordan Henderson joined the talkSPORT this weekend to discuss the restart of the premier league and take part in the talkSPORT quiz. Trevor nelson also joined Jonny Owen to talk about his love of Chelsea, Dillian Whyte Joins Adam Catterall and Gareth A Davies to discuss his up coming fight and the latest on project restart from the Weekend Sports Breakfast talking to Portsmouth CEO Mark Catlin and the Warm Up catching up with Danish fans now watching games live on zoom calls. 
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The Gouldfather Returns

QPR manager Mark Warburton slams the EFL after hearing the news that football will return on June 20th, on the Jim White show Danny Murphy doesn’t agree and insists a professional footballer should be ready to play in three weeks, Laura Woods makes a statement on how sports stars can use their position to help make a difference, agent Kia Joorabchian clears up the confusion over David Luiz’s future at Arsenal, Ally McCoist reveals another one of Paul Gascoigne’s unique traits when he played with him at Rangers, Fight Night presenter Adam Catterall looks back at Anthony Joshua’s shock defeat to Andy Ruiz Junior a year ago in New York, on the Press Box Simon Jordan questions why QPR have reservations about football returning in the EFL and the 1988 FA Cup winning manager Bobby Gould returns to talkSPORT to help out Goldstein & Cundy with the Sports Bar Cup draw! 
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'We've Got To Stub Racism Out'

Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers talks about overcoming the coronavirus and heaps praise on the football authorities in aiming to secure player safety, The Mirror’s Darren Lewis applauds the Premier League after it was decided that no action would be taken against players who decide to ‘take a knee’ once the season resumes and Hugh Woozencroft speaks to an emotional caller on Kick-Off who believes that racism is more prevalent in British society than many realise. Simon Jordan, Ally McCoist and Reading midfielder Charlie Adam have contrasting views on Charlton striker Lyle Taylor’s contract situation, on talkSPORT 2 West Indies batsman Shai Hope talks about facing his friend Jofra Archer in next month’s Test series against England, Darren Gough reveals a ‘Dirty Dancing’ secret on Drive and Graham Beecroft brings us team news from the Sports Bar’s first Cup Semi-Final as the Fruit XI look to upset the Beer XI.  
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‘Team England Meetings Were Boring’

Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish opens up about his ‘regrettable’ Covid-19 party and also reveals why manager Dean Smith is a ‘father figure’ to him, on the Jim White show Clinton Morrison tells us how we can all unite to defeat racism in this country, former England striker Darren Bent admits he is worried about the potential abuse his children may receive when they grow up and the WBO super-middleweight world champion Billy-Joe Saunders gives us the latest on his upcoming domestic violence hearing with the BBBC. Freddie Flintoff admits he hated team meetings as an England player, Darren Gough urges caution ahead of Ben Stokes leading his country against the West Indies next month, ‘Big’ Sam Allardyce advises Matty Longstaff not to leave Newcastle United for better money, Hawksbee & Jacobs give us the Clips of the Month and on the Sports Bar there’s late drama in the clash between the Aftershave XI v Chocolate XI. 
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Liverpool Could Become Champions At Everton

Promoter Frank Warren tells the Jim White show why the fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury may not happen due to the reluctance from AJ & Matchroom, former NFL star Jason Bell praises the actions of former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick and the sacrifices he’s made and Hugh Woozencroft, Darren Lewis and former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor discuss the reasons why there’s a lack of BAME managers and boardroom members in English football. Everton’s Mason Holgate looks ahead to the return of football and the small matter of a Merseyside derby where Liverpool could win the league at Goodison Park, Paul Hawksbee brings us news on Britain’s biggest potato, Grimsby boss Ian Holloway has a suggestion for a talkSPORT presenter to take over the EFL and the only pub open in England, the Virtual Sports Bar, gets a little too rowdy. 
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Up Front With...Ian Rush

This week Sam Matterface brings you a former Liverpool striker, who scored a huge club record of 346 goals in 660 appearances, join us as we go Up front With…Ian Rush.  We hear what it was like playing under Kenny Dalglish, his move to Italy, how the former Leeds manager George Graham did everything he could do to try and force the striker out of the club and much more. 
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The Dive: Does Sport Really Matter? Part Two

Jarrod Kimber and Jon Norman are helped along the way by a former professional cricketer turned priest, a university lecturer and a gambling expert. The American sport of cornhole also gets a mention.   
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“Manchester City Will Win The Champions League”

Former Palace owner Simon Jordan explains why many football clubs may benefit from spending restrictions in the future, Boxing promoter Frank Warren reveals why Tyson Fury may fight Anthony Joshua in a ‘neutral country’, Watford’s Andre Gray talks candidly about racism in the United Kingdom and why there must be systemic reform, QPR assistant manager Chris Ramsey tells the Sunday Exclusive show why managers from a BAME background must be given opportunities on meritocracy alone, Tony Cascarino picks his greatest substitutions in football history, rock legend Noel Gallagher recalls the song he couldn’t stand during Euro ’96, Amir Khan admits that he may quit fighting due to the effect of the Coronavirus and there’s another vintage game of Ian Culverhouse on the Warm Up. 
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The Premier League’s Dirtiest Ever Player Was…

Former England captains Kevin Pietersen & Freddie Flintoff clash on Ben Stokes and whether or not he could lead the England team this summer, ex-Manchester City striker Leon Mike believes that despite the campaigns there has been little to no progression in terms of acceptance within society in the UK, Fight Night presenter Gareth A Davies tells talkSPORT Breakfast why Connor McGregor’s retirement from UFC is just a PR stunt, on Drive Darren Bent tells Andy Goldstein who was the dirtiest defender he ever came up against, a caller tells the Sports Bar which pre-match ritual he hopes will be brought to an end thanks to the pandemic, Simon Jordan reveals why Liverpool deserve all the plaudits they’ll receive once they win the Premier League title this season, Ally McCoist reflects on the time he played for Scotland at Italia 90 & Euro 96 despite never qualifying for the knockout stages, former India head coach Gary Kirsten recalls the time he got lost on his way to the playing field at Lord’s when he was batting for South Africa and former Manchester United striker Andy Cole heaps praise on his former manager Sir Alex Ferguson for his man-management skills. 
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‘Every Club In The World Is Going To Struggle’

The England head coach Gareth Southgate talks to Laura Woods about the possibility of being succeeding by the national team’s first black manager, the former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke opens up about the problems he’s faced applying for coaching positions, after anti-racism protesters tore down a statue of slave trader Edward Colston the Derby coach Liam Rosenior compares that moment to Rosa Parks’ actions during the US Civil Rights Movement, Coventry manager Mark Robins speaks to Ian Abrahams about the Sky Blues getting promoted back to the Championship, on the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show Preston boss Alex Neill criticises the EFL for the lack of consultation with clubs about the resumption of the league, Freddie Flintoff reveals which former Liverpool player Jamie Redknapp is scared of, Jason Cundy defends Premier League clubs for not helping out those further down the football pyramid and Andy Goldstein & Jamie O’Hara discuss news of a man suing his employers for giving him the world’s most boring job. 
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“I’ve Seen Joshua & Fury Fight Before”

England manager Gareth Southgate tells Laura Woods why the postponement of Euro 2020 may benefit his team, former boxer Spencer Oliver predicts Anthony Joshua to beat Tyson Fury next year but Gareth A Davies urges caution on the fight taking place after promoter Eddie Hearn announced a deal has almost happened, Watford keeper Ben Foster says he would ‘take a knee’ at a Premier League match to show solidarity with his teammates, Darren Bent reveals why he was left disappointed after going on a tour of St George’s Park, we find out which iconic European side Perry Groves almost signed for when he was an Arsenal player, following the decision to bring the League One season to an early conclusion the Tranmere chairman Mark Palios admits he feels ‘white hot with rage’, Peterborough chief Barry Fry is equally angry and upset as The Posh miss out on the play-offs due to the PPG ruling, we hear some classic clips of the Week from 2003 on Hawksbee & Jacobs featuring a lot of Mike ‘Porky’ Parry and Graham Beecroft has updates on the Sports Bar 3rd-Place Play-Off Cup clash between Fruit and Chocolate. 
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"It'll be the biggest sporting even since England won the World Cup"

Brighton manager Graham Potter gives his seal of approval to the Premier League’s latest restart regulations, Ian Holloway says it’s lucky Grimsby aren’t affected by the points-per-game calculations that have decided Leagues 1 and 2, Joey Barton thinks Fleetwood Town have made the League 1 playoffs on merit, while Alan Brazil turned down the opportunity to star in a fly-on-the-wall documentary like Barton has recently, Frank Warren predicts Tyson Fury taking on Anthony Joshua will be the biggest British sporting event since England won the World Cup in 1966, Hawksbee & Jacobs took it back to 2003 for some classic clips of the week, Toby Alderweireld settled the debate of which Dutchman scored the best ever goal, Emile Heskey says he’d have to work his way up from the bottom if he wanted to manage despite two decades of experience as a player and Jason and Adam round off the day with a best striker debate in the Sports Bar Virtual Pub 
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Up Front With...Andy Cole

In this episode we have the former Manchester United, Newcastle and Blackburn striker; as we go Up Front With…Andy Cole.   Andy tells Sam Matterface all about his career defining goals, his favourite strike partner, why he didn't get on with Graeme Souness during his time at Blackburn and what made Sir Alex Ferguson a phenomenal manager. 
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The Dive: Why did the UK get hooked on The Last Dance?

Why did the UK get hooked on The Last Dance?  Jarrod Kimber and Jon Norman discover why a country that doesn't follow basketball got slam dunked by Michael Jordan, whether there is such thing as the truth in documentaries and why it might not be important whether Jordan was a 'bully' or not. 
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"Whatever you do, don't put Three Lions on!"

Tony Cascarino doesn’t think Aston Villa stand a chance when the Premier League gets back underway on Wednesday, Chris Powell feels he has a responsibility to show young black players that they can make careers for themselves in coaching, Michael Dawson thinks the Championship will be slower paced without fans, David Baddiel tells us why Three Lions was banned from the England vs Scotland game at Euro 96, Connor Benn speaks out about his own shocking experiences with racism, Wales boss Ryan Giggs finally puts to bed the rumour that he could have played for England and Emile Heskey unsurprisingly picks the 5-1 win against Germany and his top England moment ever! 
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‘Arsenal Are Mid-Table Nobodies’

Adrian Durham tells Arsenal fans that the only reason Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang would stay at The Emirates would be for money, Tottenham Hotspur supporter Sir Kenneth Branagh reveals who was his idol when he was growing up, The Times Chief Sports writer Henry Winter heaps praise on Marcus Rashford for his charity work and asking the government to continue free meals for kids, Palace boss Roy Hodgson reveals that he will use youngsters from his academy once the Premier League resumes, Simon Jordan warns Sheffield United that qualifying for the Europa League may ‘impede’ their progress in the top flight, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith looks ahead to their clash with the Blades with English football resuming tomorrow, on the other Side of the Channel Lille’s Jose Fonte slams Ligue 1 for ending the season early, Charlton gaffer Lee Bowyer quashes rumours that Lyle Taylor will return to the Championship club, Hawksbee & Jacobs replay some classic clips from the talkSPORT vault, Graham Beecroft gives us updates from the Sports Bar Cup between the Aftershave XI and the Beer XI and a caller raps for his new-born baby. 
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The 100-Day Premier League Suspension Is Over!

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder looks ahead to the clash with Aston Villa tonight but won’t be drawn on the Blades qualifying for Europe, meanwhile Jason Cundy has a word of warning for Dean Smith’s side who are still in the drop zone, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola discusses his future as they host Arsenal in the later kick-off, Trevor Sinclair pays tribute to Marcus Rashford after the government made a U-turn on his free meals for kids in the summer holidays campaign, on the talkSPORT Breakfast show Jamie Redknapp jokes that he’s to blame for Liverpool’s 30-year title drought, Simon Jordan bashes the EFL’s ‘luxury tax’ idea, there’s news from Bundesliga expert Kevin Hatchard on another title for Bayern Munich, former Chelsea Team Doctor Eva Carneiro talks about the need for a ‘change of culture’ within the game and there’s some classic Clips of the Week with Hawksbee & Jacobs from 2003. 
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‘I’ve Just Seen Del Boy With A HawkEye Watch’

As Premier League football made its long awaited return goalline technology produced its first blunder in over 9000 games as controversy surrounds Aston Villa’s draw with Sheffield United, Chris Wilder laughs at the farcical decision, with top flight footballers marking the start of the two games at Villa Park & the Etihad by ‘taking a knee’ Crystal Palace’s Andros Townsend confirmed he will definitely do the same, a Blades fan on the Sports Bar could go down in history as talkSPORT’s most diplomatic caller of all time, Manchester City cruise past ten-man Arsenal but Pep Guardiola admits he misses the fans and in a national radio exclusive Bruno Fernandes tells Jim White that he’s looking forward to playing alongside Manchester United teammate Paul Pogba. Gabby Agbonlahor defends Ryan Fraser for deciding not to play again this season for AFC Bournemouth, on talkSPORT 2 former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson looks back at his 2006 World Cup heartache, snooker legends Ronnie O’Sullivan and Jimmy White pay tribute to the late great Willie Thorne, in the government’s Coronavirus Briefing talkSPORT’s Hugh Woozencroft probes Secretary of State Oliver Dowden about football fans bei…

The Worst Combination Of Wenger & Emery

Ally McCoist and Jamie O’Hara slam the officials after the Villa Park debacle on Wednesday night, former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg apportions blame squarely at the VAR official at Stockley Park, a caller, Phil, criticises Dean Smith for not telling his players to concede a goal on purpose, super-agent Kia Joorabchian tells Jim White that Arsenal have ‘absolutely’ shown interest to keep hold of David Luiz, Adrian Durham destroys The Gunners for their performance at the Etihad, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho lauds his former charge Marcus Rashford ahead of Manchester United’s trip to Tottenham, Leicester keeper Kasper Schmeichel tells Sam Matterface why Brendan Rodgers is moving the Foxes ‘in the right direction’ and Britain’s worst impressionist calls the Sports Bar’s Midnight Train to Madness. 
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The Dive: Why Make One Last Come Back?

Jarrod Kimber and Jon Norman try and find out exactly why it is that sports stars following retirement risk everything, just to make one last come back? 
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Liverpool Edge Towards Destiny With Everton Draw

Former Arsenal title winner Perry Groves has some choice words for Matteo Guendouzi after his clash with Brighton’s Neal Maupay, Tony Cascarino criticises his old teammate Roy Keane for bashing Manchester United keeper David De Gea, Jurgen Klopp reflects on a draw in the Merseyside derby as Liverpool moved another point closer to winning the league, Watford’s Ben Foster reacts to conceding that unstoppable hit from Leicester’s Ben Chilwell, on Sunday Exclusive Mark Saggers, Danny Mills & Ray Houghton discuss a weekend of ‘new norms’ in the Premier League, comedian Jon Richardson tells us why he’s feeling better about football without crowds, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard praises Olivier Giroud as the Frenchman continued his hex over Dean Smith’s side, an emotional Aston Villa fan slams their ‘awful’ midfield, despite a home defeat to Wolves the West Ham manager David Moyes heaps praise on Declan Rice, Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning play Ian Culverhouse for the first time in three months on The Warm Up and on the Trans Euro Express Andy Brassell and Mark Langdon discuss the updated Champions League format and the potential for a smaller European side etching their name on the troph…

"We're ashamed and embarrassed. It's a real shame to see."

Burnley boss Sean Dyche and club captain Ben Mee condemn the people behind the plane banner that was flown over the Etihad in their 5-0 loss to Manchester City, Jason Cundy gives caller Keith little sympathy while Darren Lewis passionately adds his view to the debate, Darren Bent says Arsenal have always had an attitude problem as Mattéo Guendouzi escapes punishment for clashing with Neal Maupay, Motty thinks the new substitute rules need some tweaking going forward. Brighton boss Graham Potter is looking to rotate his squad tonight against Leicester, while the Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers outlines their aims for the remaining games, Jose Mourinho is full of praise for one of his attackers, David Moyes is hoping West Ham can win again at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Viv Anderson celebrates Windrush Day and bemoans the lack of black coaches in the game while John Barnes thinks the problem stretches further, Hawksbee and Jacobs bring us more classic Clips of the Week and Graham calls into the Sports Bar - but is he on speakerphone? 
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"They are a cheap and tacky club"

Jose Mourinho is all smiles as Harry Kane seals three points for Spurs, Jason Cundy brands West Ham cheap and tacky and it’s all the owners fault, Frank Sinclair speaks passionately as his former side Burnley deal with the fallout from the plane banner, Tony Cascarino believes Phil Foden will be a standout player for England and Adrian Durham and Darren Gough agree, Neil Warnock calls Jim White on the way to link up with new team Middlesborough, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remembers playing tonight’s opponents Sheffield United earlier in the season while Ruben Neves plays down Jim White’s attempt to get Ronaldo in at Wolves, Steve Bruce knows the threat Jack Grealish can post Newcastle later, Chris Robshaw introduces Hawksbee and Jacobs to Major League Rugby as he moves Stateside and more classic Clips of the Week featuring Graham Beecroft’s finest Alan Partridge impression.. 
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Will Liverpool end the day as the champions?

A busy night of Premier League action is dissected on the Sports Bar as we hear manager reaction from all five matches, Les Ferdinand thinks Jose needs to recruit new players to assist Harry Kane, former Premier League players all rate David Luiz despite his errors as he signs a new Arsenal deal, Adrian Durham is not impressed with the EFL’s efforts at addressing the BAME manager problem, Gary O’Neil and Trevor Sinclair try and work out what went wrong for their former club West Ham this season, Mikel Arteta is making do with the players he has left as Arsenal are limited by injuries ahead of their match with Southampton tonight, Sean Dyche praises Burnley captain Ben Mee before they take on Watford, Pep Guardiola is confident his squad can keep performing without Sergio Aguero as they travel to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea and Andy and Jason’s singing doesn’t go well with Olly Murs who mysteriously ‘drops off’ the line immediately after. The jury is still out on whether he hung up in disgust.. 
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Liverpool are the Premier League champions!

We hear the moment Liverpool are confirmed as Premier League champions as Manchester City lose at Chelsea, ecstatic Reds fans call the Sports Bar as crowds gather at Anfield to celebrate, former Liverpool players Gary Gillespie and Ray Houghton give their immediate reactions and we relive the season that Jurgen Klopp kept the promise he made the fans when he took the job, Dwight Yorke recommends Harry Kane for Manchester United, while weatherman and Burnley fan John Kettley gives us his forecast as players battle the heatwave, with 11 commentaries across the weekend on talkSPORT, Sam Matterface refreshes our memory of where the FA Cup picks up from, Red Devils legend Mark Hughes thinks his former team will only get better under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Darren Gough can’t see that recreational cricket can restart any time soon and it’s not just down to the ball, Bob Bubka says golf could be in trouble if the US Coronavirus cases keep rising and one Liverpool fan calls Andy and Perry after getting into a spot of bother celebrating their title win on top of a hill.. 
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It's an FA Cup bonanza!

After a huge weekend of FA Cup quarter finals, we hear from all of the victorious managers and get your thoughts on Andy Goldstein’s Full Time Phone where Joel is less than impressed with Watford and Stirling poses an interesting suggestion for Manchester United’s threat in front of goal, Wolves and Southampton notched up important wins in the Premier League and Leeds United are top of the Championship, Tony Cascarino can’t think they’ll mess up their promotion chase this time around, Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp and Andy Robertson speak exclusively to talkSPORT as Premier League Champions, the actor Stephen Graham tells Jonny Owen where he was when his beloved Reds were crowned champions, ahead of tonight’s League Two playoff final, Grimsby boss Ian Holloway says lower league clubs are still at a great risk without fans in the stadiums, Eddie Hearn fills us in on the plans for Matchroom’s Fight Camp boxing and Anthony Crolla thinks Jarrell Miller should go to jail over his latest failed drugs test.. 
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Should Liverpool Receive A Guardiola Of Honour?

Burnley manager Sean Dyche admits he’s still committed to his job at Turf Moor after his side beat Crystal Palace, Danny Murphy tells the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show why Manchester City shouldn’t give Liverpool a ‘guard of honour’ later this week, Simon Jordan reacts to the FA’s job losses during the pandemic and why they’ve fallen victim to their own handling of the Premier League, Darren Bent reveals the contrasting medical processes he went through at Aston Villa & Tottenham, Northampton Town reach League One after beating Exeter in the play-offs at Wembley live on talkSPORT 2, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer warns his forwards he may need to dip into the transfer market if they don’t deliver, Brighton boss Graham Potter talks about the importance of his ‘finishers’ for tonight’s visit of Manchester United, Leeds captain Liam Cooper reveals who the Yorkshire club will dedicate promotion to should it happen, England all-rounder Ben Stokes tells Cricket Editor Jon Norman why they will miss the support of the Barmy Army in the Test series against the West Indies, Neil Warnock looks back at a brilliant win over Stoke in his first game as Middlesbrough boss and a caller on the Sports Bar c…

‘A Throwback To Sir Alex Ferguson’s Glory Days’

There’s reaction from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Graham Potter after Manchester United put on a clinical display against Brighton leaving some talkSPORT pundits purring, on the Sports Bar Rock legend Robbie Williams isn’t too pleased with Andy Goldstein for revealing the score of the game to him before he’d managed to watch the match ‘in delay’, a Leeds fan panics about his club’s promotion push as they drop points against lowly Luton Town, PFA's Equalities Executive Jason Lee reveals a new study which suggests there is ‘evident bias’ in some football commentary relating to the skin tone of players, Rangers legend Ally McCoist admits he’s completely opposed to a ‘guard of honour’ for any opponent in football, former striker Jermaine Beckford reveals his obsession with Marcelo Bielsa’s coaching style and Steve Brine MP criticises Liverpool players & Jurgen Klopp for their role in the fans behaviour in the city at the weekend. We hear a snippet from Hawksbee & Jacobs’ clips rewind, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard reveals why some Premier League games have lacked quality since the restart and there’s news on Manchester City’s Leroy Sane and which club he’s joined. 
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Hammers Claw Towards Survival With Late Chelsea Win

After a stunning late West Ham victory over London rivals Chelsea there’s jubilation on the Sports Bar as former Blues defender Jason Cundy eats humble pie, Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe remains positive as the Cherries get spanked at home by Newcastle, on talkSPORT Breakfast Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend distances the Premier League’s Black Lives Matter movement away from any political agenda, Jim White & Natalie Sawyer are joined by former Wigan Athletic Owner Dave Whelan as the Latics enter administration, Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder labels himself the ‘Very Average One’ as his side take on Tottenham and Jose ‘Special One’ Mourinho, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp warns the rest of the Premier League that his side are in the ‘middle of something special’, Statman Rufus has some sensational trivia on Arsenal’s Cedric Soares & Willian and there’s also some romantic advice on the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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Liverpool Thrashed & Time Travellers Do Exist

There’s reaction from a positive Jurgen Klopp after champions Liverpool were thrashed 4-0 by Manchester City at the Etihad, Sheffield United pull off a famous victory over Spurs but both Chris Wilder and a gracious Jose Mourinho criticise VAR, Bournemouth’s Junior Stanislas issues a rallying cry as the Cherries face the daunting prospect of a trip to Old Trafford on Saturday live on talkSPORT, Jamie O’Hara ribs double UEFA Cup winner Alan Brazil as the former Ipswich striker failed to make the top 100 Scottish footballers of all time, Leicester’s Harvey Barnes tells Drive why the Foxes can still qualify for the Champions League, Wigan’s FA Cup winning captain Emmerson Boyce reveals his shock at the Latics being placed into administration, former Hammer Marlon Harewood tells the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show why West Ham will avoid relegation, Brighton boss Graham Potter previews this weekend’s six-pointer against Norwich City and a 'time traveller' from 1957 calls the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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Is Lionel Messi Really Leaving Barcelona?

Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuettl lavishes praise on Che Adams after the striker scored his first goal for the club with a wonder strike to beat Manchester City, despite winning against Aston Villa the Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp isn’t happy with the wind (again), Dean Smith remains positive despite another defeat for his side at Anfield, after letting the lead slip twice West Ham manager David Moyes rues two-points dropped against Newcastle United, on the Final Word Simon Jordan criticises the EFL and Premier League for the current situation at Bolton Wanderers and Wigan Athletic, Dom McGuiness explores Mason Greenwood’s rise to the Manchester United first team, Jamie Vardy admits he wants to score even more goals after joining the Premier League 100 club, Arsenal’s teenage sensation Bukayo Saka talks about his incredible week including a maiden goal for the club and a win at Molineux against Wolves, Jermaine Beckford suggests a surprise pick for Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2020 squad and European expert Andy Brassell reveals why Lionel Messi may be looking to move away from Barcelona. 
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The Lloris & Son Clash IS Good For Spurs

The Spurs manager Jose Mourinho admits he was ‘happy’ with the bust-up between Hugo Lloris and Son Heung-Min as his Tottenham side beat Everton 1-0, the former Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood tells talkSPORT Breakfast why Manchester United need Jack Grealish, The Sun’s Shaun Custis and Simon Jordan lock horns over Mason Greenwood and whether he should be in the next England squad, Oxford manager Karl Robinson praises his penalty shootout hero Cameron Brannagan who sent the U’s into the League One Play-Off Final at the expense of Portsmouth live on talkSPORT 2, Watford’s Will Hughes opens up about the difficulty of playing during a relegation battle, former England striker Darren Bent labels F1’s Lewis Hamilton a ‘pioneer’ for his Black Lives Matter protest at the Austrian Grand Prix, Norwich boss Daniel Farke makes the surprise admission that his club only had a ‘5% chance’ of staying in the Premier League going into this season and on the Sports Bar there’s the implementation of the new ‘drinks break’ stoppage during the show. 
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Brendan Rodgers Is 007 & Chris Wilder Is A Magician

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is far from impressed with the decision to send off Eddie Nketiah as the Gunners draw 1-1 with Leicester City, Frank Lampard admits Chelsea needed a ‘slice of luck’ to beat Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park to remain in pole position in the chase for Champions League football next season, Watford boss Nigel Pearson tells his players they have to improve on their performance despite beating Norwich City, the Belgian manager Roberto Martinez admits his hurt at the current plight of his old club Wigan Athletic, Simon Jordan takes the surprising stance of putting up a slight defence of the EFL on the Jim White & Natalie Sawyer show, Jamie O’Hara reveals what led to him spending a season training on his own at Wolves and how it affected his mental health, England stand-in skipper Ben Stokes praises the team spirit in the dressing-room as the cricket summer gets underway, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has news on Adam Lallana’s future, Wolverhampton Wanderers gaffer Nuno Espirito Santo labels Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder a ‘magician’ as the Blades face Wolves LIVE on talkSPORT 2 and after Brendan Rodgers sounded a little like Sean Connery in his post-ma…

Pep Leaves Birmingham City With Immediate Effect

West Ham manager David Moyes bemoans the fixture list after losing to Burnley at home, we hear from a victorious Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool close in on a record points tally in the Premier League after winning at Brighton, Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder admits he’s ‘disappointed’ that there were no fans at Brammall Lane to see his side win in injury-time against Wolves, Ally McCoist reveals the first time he met Paul Gascoigne in Las Vegas, Darren Gough is stunned to discover England dropped his former teammate Stuart Broad going into the 1st Test Match of the summer, Lisa Nandy MP for Wigan demands that regulations surrounding club ownership must be changed and as the Latics go into administration EFL Chairman Rick Parry admits the move makes ‘no sense.’ Ole Gunnar Solksjaer claims David De Gea has been the best keeper in the world over the last decade, Aston Villa boss Dean Smith talks up their chances as they take on Manchester United tonight, there’s reaction to Birmingham City parting ways with Pep Clotet by mutual consent, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho admits that Eric Dier will be hugely missed as he serves a four-match ban, Darren Bent reveals the difficulty he faced havi…

‘Greenwood Could Be The Greatest Since George Best’

After some high profile errors VAR is once again in the spotlight leading Jose Mourinho to take aim at the officials after a goalless draw against Bournemouth, Jason Cundy pays the highest tribute to Manchester United starlet Mason Greenwood as the 18-year-old scored once again as they beat Aston Villa, meanwhile Villa boss Dean Smith is irked by a penalty decision that isn’t overturned at Stockley Park, on Hawksbee & Jacobs they look back at a classic interview with 1968 Olympic Bronze medallist John Carlos and the sacrifices he endured after his famous Black Power salute on the podium with fellow American Tommy Smith and Sheffield United’s David McGoldrick speaks about the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement. Former Liverpool & Chelsea defender Glen Johnson raises concerns about Sean Dyche getting a top job in the Premier League, ex-Tottenham midfielder Jamie O'Hara makes the surprising claim that he'd like to see Chris Wilder manage Spurs one day, Norwich City’s Jamal Lewis believes the Canaries still have a lot to play for this season as they face the potential of being relegated this weekend against West Ham live on talkSPORT, former England fast bowler Darren Gough…

‘I’m Traumatised Watching Leicester City’

After Leicester’s second-half capitulation at Bournemouth the Full-Time phone-in is inundated with angry Foxes fans, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho speaks about exposing Arsenal’s ‘weaknesses’ in his first North London derby victory against the Gunners, there’s yet more VAR controversy at Villa Park as Dean Smith’s men beat Crystal Palace 2-0 to boost their chances of staying up, Chris Wilder reveals that his passport is up-to-date as Sheffield United beat Chelsea on GameDay and remain in contention for a Europa League berth. There are tributes to football legend Jack Charlton after the 1966 World Cup winner passed away at the weekend, despite Raheem Sterling scoring a hat-trick at Brighton Pep Guardiola believes the England man can still improve, celebrity Arsenal fan Piers Morgan admits that not one fan shed tears when Arsene Wenger left the club, West Ham’s Michail Antonio reflects on the Hammers survival attempts after bagging four goals for himself at Norwich, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer talks about Manchester United’s current style matching the club’s DNA, Led Zeppelin’s Robert Plant reveals what life as the Wolves Vice President is like, England stand-in skipper Ben Stokes reveals th…

The Red Devils Stumble Against The Saints

As Manchester City have their UEFA ban overturned by the Court of Arbitration for Sport former City defender Danny Mills defends the decision and explains why it will benefit the Champions League, Manchester United drop points in injury time against Southampton in the Premier League much to the delight of former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy, Wycombe Wanderers get promoted to the Championship for the first time in their history after beating Oxford in the League One Play-Off Final which is ‘beyond a dream come true’ for manager Gareth Ainsworth, former Spurs defender Michael Dawson raises his concerns over the style of play under Jose Mourinho at Tottenham meanwhile current Spurs defender Ben Davies praises the Special One’s tactics since arriving at the New White Hart Lane. Former England fast bowler Darren Gough reveals which changes he’d make to the England team for the next Test match at Old Trafford after losing at the Ageas Bowl to the West Indies, Burnley boss Sean Dyche lauds his keeper Nick Pope for his current form and incredible performance at the weekend against champions Liverpool, Ally McCoist tells talkSPORT Breakfast that he hopes Leeds United get promoted to the Pr…

Hull City’s Hateful Eight-Nil

Spurs boss Jose Mourinho labels the decision to fine Manchester City for Financial Fair Play breaches when they are not guilty a ‘disgrace’, meanwhile City manager Pep Guardiola demands an apology, Frank Lampard reacts to a critical win for Chelsea against Norwich in the Premier League, Hull City boss Grant McCann apologises to the Tigers fans after a humiliating 8-0 loss against Wigan in a Championship relegation six-pointer, on White & Sawyer Stoke City's James McLean demands more support from the authorities and media after the sectarian abuse he’s suffered on social media, Sheffield United’s John Egan issues the rallying cry for the Blades as they bid to reach Europe next season, Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe previews his side’s daunting prospect of facing Manchester City at the Etihad, former West Ham & Norwich striker Dean Ashton reveals the defender he hated playing against in the Premier League and Leeds United legend Jermaine Beckford admits that he was taught how to dive at Elland Road and which manager ‘coached’ him how to do it. 
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Wolves Have Been ‘Robbed’ by VAR Once Again

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp bemoans some self-inflicted errors after the champions lose to Arsenal at The Emirates, a Wolves fan clashes with Jason Cundy on the Sports Bar after a controversial late penalty was awarded to Burnley at Turf Moor, Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe remains proud of his side’s performance against Manchester City despite narrowly being beaten at The Etihad, Glen Johnson takes us behind the scenes to life with England under Fabio Capello including a dressing down dished out by the Italian to Emile Heskey, ahead of the FA Cup semi-Final against Chelsea the Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer laments the Blues having two extra days of rest before the Wembley clash, Aston Villa boss Dean Smith previews their match against Everton as they bid for survival in the Premier League, England captain Joe Root claims a big innings is only a 'matter of time' for wicketkeeper batsman Jos Buttler and Andy Goldstein reveals his favourite cake to a caller on the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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The Offside Pixel At Selhurst Park

VAR once again rears its ugly head after Crystal Palace have a goal disallowed for the narrowest offside decision in a 2-0 defeat to Manchester United, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith rues conceding a late equaliser against Everton as his side drop two critical points, Jermaine Pennant slams Liverpool for not capitalising on an opportunity to break the all-time Premier League points tally, former England captain Nasser Hussain criticises fast bowler Jofra Archer for ‘risking his own teammates’ after breaching bio-secure protocol, ex-Spurs striker Darren Bent defends Jose Mourinho for the results he’s currently getting, former Arsenal midfielder Perry Groves wants a five-match ban handed out to divers in football, Watford manager Nigel Pearson & West Ham boss David Moyes preview their six-point relegation clash tonight live and exclusive on talkSPORT, AFTV’s Robbie Lyle talks to Hugh Woozencroft about the process the channel has taken after Claude was removed indefinitely after comments about Son Heung-Min and Leeds United beat Barnsley on talkSPORT 2 and are now one-point from reaching the Premier League. 
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Is Ole Gunnar Stick With David De Gea?

After another David De Gea howler Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer jumps to the defence of his goalkeeper, former Reds defender Paul Parker questions the team changes going into the FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea, Frank Lampard raves about the ‘performance and discipline’ from his team after booking a place in the final, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho praises his side after winning against Leicester City thanks to some superb counter-attacking, Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe talks about the difficult emotions he experienced after elation turned to horror thanks to VAR intervention which almost certainly relegates the Cherries after a 2-0 loss to Southampton, Leeds United return to the Premier League after being crowned champions of the Championship on talkSPORT over the weekend, there’s reaction on Sunday Exclusive after Watford sacked Nigel Pearson and Huddersfield parted company with the Cowley brothers, there’s another classic game of Culverhouse on the Warm-Up with Barry Glendenning & Max Rushden, Brazil’s Deiveson Figueiredo defeats American Joseph Benavidez on talkSPORT 2 to win the UFC Flyweight title in Abu Dhabi and on Sunday night’s Trans Euro Express Andy B…

'This Is The Watford Way'

Brighton confirm their Premier League status after securing a draw against Newcastle United, despite losing to Everton the Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder says his players ‘overachieved’ this season but regrets missing out on a European position, Palace manager Roy Hodgson rues another ‘Groundhog Day’ after losing 2-0 Wolves, Danny Murphy tells Jim White why Dean Henderson is ready to replace David De Gea at Old Trafford, David Moyes praises West Ham legend Mark Noble for making his 500th appearance for the club over the weekend, former Watford striker Luther Blissett admits he’s not surprised at the club’s swift removal of Nigel Pearson as manager, Darren Bent reveals the time Pearson’s reign as manager came to an end abruptly at Derby County, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith encourages his players to ‘take their chances’ as they take on Arsenal in a crucial match live on talkSPORT tonight, Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has news on the future of Pierre Emerick Aubameyang, Leeds cult hero Eddie Gray pays tributes to the former players who have passed away during their incredible promotion season, Darren Gough lavishes praise on Stuart Broad after he took six wickets in a victorious S…

I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Claret & Blues

Watford get thumped 4-0 by Manchester City which leaves one Hornets fan fuming on the Sports Bar, Interim boss Hayden Mullins reveals what he said to his players after the defeat, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith is relieved his club are in charge of their own destiny after beating FA Cup Finalists Arsenal at Villa Park, Ally McCoist picks his Player of the Year in the Premier League, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp looks ahead to picking up the Premier League trophy tonight at Anfield and former Ireland striker Tony Cascarino pays tribute to Jack Charlton with a brilliant anecdote on talkSPORT Breakfast. Charlton boss Lee Bowyer previews their crucial clash in the Championship with Marcelo Bielsa’s Leeds United as the Addicks bid for survival, Leeds’ Stuart Dallas praises the work his Argentine manager has done to improve his game, West Bromwich manager Slaven Bilic believes his side are 90 minutes of football away from returning to the Premier League as they take on QPR live on talkSPORT tonight, Manchester United’s Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals whether or not David De Gea could be dropped for the clash with West Ham, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn reckons Matchroom’s Fight …

Liverpool FC Back On Their Perch After 30 Years

On an astonishing night of football, Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy at Anfield for the first time after beating Chelsea 5-3, Manchester United’s Paul Pogba concedes a penalty against West Ham after a blatant handball leading to Jermaine Beckford suggesting he should be sold by the Old Trafford hierarchy, in the Championship West Brom gained promotion to the top flight in a tense draw with QPR after Brentford fluffed their lines against Barnsley as a late winner from Clarke Oduor secured the Tykes’ survival, Wigan & Fulham finished all square leaving the Latics facing relegation pending an appeal against their 12-point deduction and Leeds United's 4-0 demolition of Charlton sees the Addicks headed to League One as the champions lifted the trophy at Elland Road. Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend joined the talkSPORT Breakfast Show and offered advice to England fast bowler Jofra Archer on dealing with the pressures of the sporting limelight, Trevor Sinclair questions Manchester City’s interest in Bournemouth’s Nathan Ake, Drivetime’s Adrian Durham advises Leeds to sign John Stones from City next season, former Watford & Sunderland striker Kevin Philips remains bemused…

‘I Have A Love/Hate Relationship With Bielsa’

Liverpool CEO Peter Moore tells Jim White that Jurgen Klopp was ‘made for Liverpool like Shankly’, former England manager Sam Allardyce jumps to the defence of Chelsea boss Frank Lampard and also admits he’s bemused at Nigel Pearson’s dismissal at Watford, on Drive Brighton boss Graham Potter takes a polite swipe at Premier League drinks breaks and VAR, West Brom’s Romaine Sawyers talks about working under manager Slaven Bilic after the Baggies got promoted to the promised land, on the flip side Charlton manager Lee Bowyer admits his side getting relegated was the ‘lowest he’s felt’ in his career, Manchester United’s Jesse Lingard opens up about the off-field issues he had last season, Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford hits back at criticism of him amid reports that the Elland Road club have been linked with buying big name players, Alan Brazil bemoans the decision to cancel the traditional Hogmanay celebrations in Edinburgh, Darren Gough makes a massive statement about the futures of Stuart Broad & James Anderson and the Sports Bar are joined by a Flat Earth believer. 
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Hornets Stung, Cherries Bitten & Villains Become Heroes

A relieved Aston Villa manager Dean Smith reflects on his side avoiding the drop after a crucial 1-1 draw against West Ham, an emotional Eddie Howe reacts to Bournemouth getting relegated to the Championship despite a spirited display in a 3-1 win at Goodison Park, a brutally honest Watford captain Troy Deeney admits that the Hornets were ‘not good enough this season’ as they face a season in the second tier of English football, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes that Manchester United are now in the hunt for trophies after reaching next season’s Champions League thanks to a 2-0 victory against Leicester City, Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers reveals he’s still proud despite missing out on the top four and Frank Lampard lavishes praise on Mason Mount after his performance as Chelsea beat Wolves 2-0 at Stamford Bridge. Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson tells talkSPORT 2 that any member of the Reds squad could have won the FWA award he won last week, rock legend Noel Gallagher reveals the time Manchester City’s David Silva gave him one of his matchday jerseys, Newcastle boss Steve Bruce demands more from the authorities and how they should deal with trolls on social media and Bundesliga exper…

talkSPORT’s Poet Laureate & Jurgen Klopp Wins LMA Award

Crystal Palace’s Andros Townsend picks Gary Cahill in his Premier League Team of the Year as well as admitting his own form has affected Wilf Zaha’s performances this season, there’s reaction on the Sports Bar to Jurgen Klopp winning the LMA manager award, meanwhile on White & Sawyer former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy expects another league title win at Anfield next season, there’s news of Yaya Toure returning to English football, the Aston Villa boss Dean Smith defends his players celebrations after securing their Premier League survival and also has news on Jack Grealish’s future, after Fulham beat Cardiff 2-0 in the Championship Play-Off Semi-Final 1st leg Bluebirds gaffer Neil Harris blasts the referee, Adrian Durham pays homage to David Silva via a poem on Drive, former England fast bowler Darren Gough lauds Stuart Broad after another scintillating performance from the 33 year-old and a caller isn’t happy with Troy ‘Mr Watford’ Deeney! 
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Willian, It Was Really Nothing

There’s a transfer exclusive on the White & Sawyer show as super-agent Kia Joorabchian reveals where Chelsea forward Willian may be headed, Brighton’s Glen Murray praises the job manager Graham Potter has done in changing the Seagull’s style of play, Adam Lallana talks about the ‘perfect move’ after leaving Liverpool for the Amex Stadium, former Palace manager Ian Holloway suggests Wilfred Zaha is good enough to join Manchester City, Simon Jordan slams the idea that Bournemouth may take legal advice after Aston Villa benefited from the ‘ghost goal’ against Sheffield United last month, former Leeds & England full-back Danny Mills pans VAR once more in a season review special on Kick-Off, Everton legend Alan Stubbs lauds Leighton Baines’ as the Toffees ‘greatest ever’ left-back as the former England defender hangs up his boots, Stuart Broad admits he still has the ‘hunger and desire’ to improve as a 34-year-old after taking his 500th Test Match wicket, Stradivarius wins the Goodwood Cup for a record fourth time under jockey Frankie Dettori on talkSPORT 2 and there’s controversy on the Sports Bar as a new quiz between Jason Cundy and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan doesn’t quite go to plan. &#1…

Bees Buzzing Off To Wembley, Brentford’s Gonna Do It Again

There’s jubilation at Griffin Park from Brentford boss Thomas Frank and the Bees fans as they reach Wembley on an historic night after beating Swansea in the Championship Play-Off semi-final, on Drive former England fast bowler Darren Gough opens up about the mental strain playing professional sport took out of him particularly when travelling abroad, PFA Equalities Education Executive, Jason Lee, tells White & Sawyer that those at the top of the English football pyramid are scared of giving up their power, Stuart Broad’s father, Chris, reveals the moment he knew his son was a quality fast bowler as the England man reached 500 Test wickets on Tuesday, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn talks about the challenges of setting up 'Fight Camp' in his back garden, former England & Sunderland Striker Darren Bent reflects on the time he bought a pet snake when he was a Charlton player and Adrian Durham questions the confidence some Leeds fans have in their club & Marcelo Bielsa avoiding relegation from the Premier League next season. 
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Exclusive: Staveley ‘Will Not Give Up’ On Newcastle Takeover

Jim White has exclusive news fresh from Amanda Staveley as the Saudi Arabian takeover at Newcastle United is withdrawn, there’s relief for Fulham manager Scott Parker as they reach the Championship Play-Off Final, on the Sports Bar Jason Cundy demands VAR be used in Play-Off matches after two controversial goals were awarded to Cardiff at Craven Cottage, Barry Hearn defends the Snooker World Championships going ahead today after heavy criticism from a concerned Ronnie O’Sullivan who feels the players are being treated like ‘lab rats’, ahead of the FA Cup Final Jamie O’Hara labels Chelsea keeper Kepa a ‘complete waste of money’, on Breakfast former Blackburn & Celtic striker Chris Sutton demands more from the PFA on dementia issues, Simon Jordan challenges a campaigner who believes that the Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club must change their imagery which may be considered disrespectful to Native Americans, former Manchester United & Bayern Munich forward Mark Hughes recalls the time he played two professional matches in one day and despite winning the Man-of-the-Match award in the 1st ODI against Ireland David Willey admits he’s still ‘bitterly disappointed’ he wasn’t part of the Worl…

Frank Lampard’s Chelsea Honeymoon Period Is Over

As the dust settled on Arsenal’s FA Cup victory the former Gunner Perry Groves gives a thorough critique of Frank Lampard’s first season as manager of Chelsea on the Final Word, Tony Cascarino criticises Arsenal for not putting Pierre Emerick Aubamyang on a longer contract, former England striker Darren Bent reacts to Bournemouth and Eddie Howe parting company, film director Shane Meadows reveals he did make a Bafta winning acceptance speech that will never see the light of day, David O’Leary recalls a recent moment in his life when he was reminded of his winning penalty at Italia 90 for the Republic of Ireland, Brentford midfielder Emiliano Marcondes believes that a win on Tuesday night in the Play-Off Final will see the Bees become one of the greatest teams in the world, Sir Steve Redgrave looks ahead to next year’s delayed Olympics in Tokyo and suggest it could produce a number of upsets and European expert Andy Brassell reflects on Juventus’ 9th Serie A title in a row and the relationship between Cristiano Ronaldo & Maurizio Sarri. 
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Brentford v Fulham: The £265 Million Pound Game

Former England striker Darren Bent makes a bold claim that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is Arsenal’s most ‘important striker in their history’, on talkSPORT Breakfast West Ham midfielder Jack Wilshere reveals why Eddie Howe is a ‘great manager’, Danny Murphy tells Natalie Sawyer that trophies are more important than finishing in the top four in the league, Fulham’s Scott Parker & Brentford’s Thomas Frank preview the Championship Play-Off Final at Wembley with over a quarter of a billion pounds at stake live on talkSPORT, on the Sports Bar Micky Gray recounts the time he missed a crucial penalty in the Final in 1998 for Sunderland as they lost to Charlton, former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan reacts to news that Manchester United are closing in on the signature of Borussia Dortmund’s Jadon Sancho, Nigel Benn looks back at the night he fought American Gerald McClellan for the WBC Super-Middleweight Championship leaving the challenger with severe brain injuries and on Drive Andy Goldstein and Jamie O’Hara clash over who is the greatest British Sportsman over the last decade.  
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Joe Bryan Top Marks For Trying, With Your Effortlessness

An emotional Fulham manager Scott Parker reacts to his side beating Brentford in the Championship Play-Off Final at Wembley as they returned to the Premier League thanks to two goals from Joe Bryan in Extra-Time, Bees boss Thomas Frank thinks he assembled a top flight team but they will bounce back next season, there’s breaking news about Jadon Sancho where European expert Kev Hatchard reveals that Borussia Dortmund won’t be bullied by Manchester United, on Breakfast Ally McCoist bites back at Jamie O’Hara claiming that Rangers are bigger than nearly all the clubs in England, Wigan Athletic goalkeeper David Marshall opens up about the mental strain of relegation and administration put upon himself and his teammates, England skipper Joe Root previews the 1st Test against Pakistan, former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan takes us back to the final day of the season where the Eagles stayed up in the final minutes of the game, Jesse Lingard tells talkSPORT’s James Savundra that he hopes to impress manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during Manchester United’s Europa League run and former Barnet & Brentford boss Martin Allen recalls an encounter with a bull. 
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‘Jadon Sancho Is A Future Ballon D’Or Winner’

On Breakfast the Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend warns of the division big money signings can create in Premier League dressing rooms, Jason Cundy defends Arsenal for making 55 members of non-playing staff redundant at the Emirates, former Gunner Perry Groves supports Mikel Arteta’s attempts to sign Chelsea’s Willian and reckons he’s better than Pepe, Fulham goalscoring hero Joe Bryan reveals how he pulled off his wonder free-kick in the Play-Off Final, on Drive Andy Goldstein & Darren Gough react to the breaking news that Gareth Bale is left out of Real Madrid’s Champions League squad, Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises Anthony Martial’s work rate after scoring against LASK in the Europa League, Olympic gold medallist Greg Rutherford looks back at his sleepless night after Super Saturday at the London 2012 Games, Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo admits that he won’t be distracted by transfer speculation surrounding his players, former Manchester City defender Danny Mills praises Pep Guardiola’s signing of Nathan Ake from Bournemouth and Hawksbee & Jacobs bring us another edition of some classic clips from 2006 including a belter from Graeme Beecroft. &#10…

Aubameyang Set To Stay At Arsenal

Both Ally McCoist and Jamie O’Hara criticise Arsenal for laying off 55 non-playing members of staff at The Emirates, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola plays down the rivalry between himself and Real Madrid as his side take on Los Blancos tonight in the Champions League, former Portsmouth midfielder Gary O’Neill believes Gareth Bale does want to play for Zinedine Zidane’s side but the manager believes the Welshman wasn’t interested in playing at the Etihad, Chelsea supporter Jason Cundy wants Wolves to struggle in the Europa League as the Molineux outfit progress to the next round, European expert Andy Brassell reveals that Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set to stay at the Emirates, former England fast bowler Darren Gough has some high praise for Pakistan’s attack after a tremendous evening session at Old Trafford with the ball, Jermaine Defoe slams Jamie O’Hara for his ‘laughable’ comments on AFC Bournemouth being bigger than Rangers and there’s a meaningful sit-down lawnmower chat on Drive with Goughie and Andy Goldstein. 
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FA Cup 1988 Special

Join Danny Kelly as we relive the events of the FA Cup 1988 which saw Wimbledon take on the mighty Liverpool at Wembley, arguably the biggest upset in the history of the competition! To look back at this final we are joined by Dons manager Bobby Gould, Terry Gibson and Reds midfielder Ray Houghton. 
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'Two Weeks Wages To Play In The Pub League'

Tony Cascarino isn't sure who's coaching Chelsea's defence but he's not impressed, there are stunned faces all round as Andrea Pirlo takes over at Juventus, Jason Tindall is the man to take Bournemouth forward after Eddie Howe left the club, the League One and Two salary caps are seen with some scepticism from Stuart Pearce amongst others, former Wales and Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Mark Crossley tells Jonny Owen about a classic mind trick Brian Clough played on him as a teenager, Monty Panesar sums up England's impressive first test win over Pakistan as Jos Buttler seemingly does enough to save his career, Steve Harmison reacts to the news that Ben Stokes is out of the rest of the test series, David James explains where the 'Calamity James' nickname came from and Simon Jordan doesn't hold back when it comes to his assessment of the frosty situation between Real Madrid and Gareth Bale. 
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Mason Greenwood Is The Next Lionel Messi

After Manchester United reach the Europa League semi-finals Jordan Jarrett-Bryan & Jason Cundy clash with a fan over Mason Greenwood on the Sports Bar, former Spurs striker Darren Bent reveals how he dealt with criticism from manager Harry Redknapp following an infamous miss at White Hart Lane, Snooker Supremo Barry Hearn defends Ronnie O’Sullivan’s damning comments of the younger players taking up the professional game, Ruben Neves previews Wolves’ game against Sevilla live on talkSPORT tonight, James Anderson denies the rumours he wants to retire claiming he wants to play until the next Ashes series, Jimmy’s teammate Chris Woakes praises the innings Jos Buttler played on Saturday after England pulled off an historical run chase against Pakistan and Darren Gough makes a startling announcement about his favourite ice cream. 
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Wolves Clipped By The Barbers Of Sevilla

Wolves are dumped out of the Europa League after a late winner at the hands of Sevilla but a defiant Nuno Espirito Santo remains positive about next season, Jason Cundy & Andy Goldstein clash with a fan who admits he’d support all English clubs in Europe including their local rivals, Simon Jordan slams Celtic defender Boli Bolingoli for breaching quarantining rules while Drive’s Adrian Durham is far from impressed with the Parkhead outfit as games north of the border are postponed, boxing promoter Frank Warren drops the biggest hint yet that the hotly anticipated clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will take place in the UK, Gary O’Neill is unveiled as Liverpool’s Under-23 Assistant Manager and reveals the unique technique he used to get the job, Sam Allardyce tells Breakfast why Manchester United not getting Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund isn’t a bad thing and we learn some Romanian slang with Hawksbee & Jacobs. 
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A Good Joe Hart Is Hard To Sign

On talkSPORT Breakfast Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend admits that teammate Wilfried Zaha is good enough to be playing in the Champions League, a caller on Drive pinpoints why Joe Hart may have struggled technically over the last four years, former Celtic midfielder Kris Commons tells Hugh Woozencroft why Boli Bolingoli should be sacked by the Hoops after his Covid-19 rule breach, England captain Joe Root warns Jimmy Anderson’s critics to write the 38-year-old off ‘at your peril’, Hawksbee & Jacobs bring us another edition of Classic Clips of the Midweek from 2006, Adrian Durham warns Wolves fans about a potential relegation battle next season, a player who played under Sam Allardyce reveals the time the former England manager made the players come into training at 6am the day after a game and there’s a great battle in ‘Play Your Cards Wrong’ on the Sports Bar between Jason Cundy & Andy Goldstein. 
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‘Stop Building Wenger’s Arsenal Statue Right Now’

There’s a big shock in the Champions League as Atletico Madrid are dumped out of Europe by RB Leipzig leaving talkSPORT pundit Jason Cundy purring over the performance of centre-back Dayot Upamecano, on the Sports Bar Andy Goldstein claims that Julian Nagelsmann's side are two games away from pulling off the ‘greatest achievement in the history of football’, super-agent Kia Joorabchian denies that he has any major influence at Arsenal after two of his clients have just signed contracts at the Emirates, Rugby legend Martin Offiah tells Max Rushden why ‘taking the knee’ should not be mandatory in sport, football writer Darren Lewis reveals much about a recent interview with Crystal Palace’s Wilf Zaha and the support the Ivorian has received from the Premier League after he'd received abuse on social media, Adrian Durham slams Arsene Wenger for the current issues surrounding Mesut Ozil at Arsenal and after the England slip cordon had a day to forget at the Ageas Bowl, the former fast bowler Darren Gough remembers the time he ‘blew up’ at his teammates when they dropped seven catches off his bowling. 
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The Lonely One: The Life of a Goalkeeper

The Lonely One: The Life of a Goalkeeper is a talkSPORT special documentary hosted by Hollywood actor David Harewood, that dissects one of the oldest cliches in the book: that goalkeepers are a different breed! Guests such as Peter Shilton, David James and Scott Carson (to name a few) discuss the position, the highs and lows of their careers and the effects that playing the position can have on an individual's mental health. 
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Manchester United Crash Out Of Europe

As Manchester United get dumped out of Europe manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits his side got ‘caught up in the emotion’ of the game against Sevilla, United’s defence receives criticism from callers after losing their third semi-final of the season, European expert Andy Brassell has news on Lionel Messi edging closer to a move out of Barcelona after they were humiliated by Bayern Munich in the Champions League, Tony Cascarino urges the Catalan giants to replace Quique Setién with Marcelo Bielsa of Leeds, former Manchester City players Danny Mills and Trevor Sinclair both criticise Pep Guardiola for his part in their defeat to Lyon on Saturday night as they exited the Champions League for the third season in a row at the quarter-finals stage, Stipe Miocic defeated Daniel Cormier to retain the UFC heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 252 on talkSPORT 2, European 2018 Ryder Cup winning captain Thomas Bjorn tells the Warm Up why it was the right decision to postpone the famous contest for a year and former Crystal Palace midfielder Darren Ambrose reveals why it’s the right time for Wilf Zaha to leave the Eagles.  
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Koeman Set To Be Unveiled At Barcelona

Steve McLaren tells the Breakfast show which Bundesliga player would take Manchester United to the next level, former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy jumps to the defence of Harry Maguire after the England defender has received criticism for recent performances, former United keeper Mark Bosnich urges the Reds to stick with David De Gea as Dean Henderson appears to be returning to Old Trafford, Snooker supremo Barry Hearn reveals the social distancing techniques used at the Crucible which the Football Association could copy to get supporters back into grounds, there’s breaking news on the Sports Bar with news on David Silva’s new club in La Liga, on Press Box Simon Jordan isn’t particularly impressed with Joe Hart joining Spurs, former Manchester City defender Danny Mills reveals why his old club aren’t ‘big’, Adrian Durham rants about Pep Guardiola’s tactics against Lyon in the Champions League, Andy Brassell has the latest news on Ronald Koeman set to be named as the FC Barcelona boss after they sacked Quique Setién and ‘Big’ Sam Allardyce blasts modern defending. 
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Pep Guardiola, Is He All That?

Former Spurs midfielder Jamie O’Hara and The Sun’s Neil Custis lock horns over Tony Martial and whether he’s good enough to be Manchester United’s number 9, Adrian Durham & Darren Gough clash on Drive over who’s a better manager between Pep Guardiola & Jurgen Klopp, on the Sports Bar there’s the fallout from the Champions League Semi-Final as Paris Saint-Germain reach Sunday’s Final after they beat RB Leipzig, talkSPORT’s Dutch Correspondent Marcel Van Der Kraan has exclusive news on Ronald Koeman heading to Barcelona as he’s set to take the supreme job at the Nou Camp, former Palace owner Simon Jordan isn’t impressed with Manchester City building a statue of David Silva, Pat McManus the manager of Brockenhurst has a unique plan to get fans back into stadiums in non-league football and Hawksbee & Jacobs have panda news from China. 
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‘Manchester United Should Sign Luis Suarez’

As Bayern Munich reach the Champions League Final the former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy claims he’ll be supporting the Germans in Sunday’s Final against ‘tacky’ Paris Saint Germain, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn claims the potential Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua fight could take place in an empty arena, Brighton’s Glenn Murray urges Manchester United to sign former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez, Lille defender Jose Fonte reveals why Ronald Koeman getting the Barcelona job is a dream come true for the Dutchman, Leeds cult hero Jermaine Beckford is elated at the news that Merclo Bielsa has signed a contract extension at Elland Road, on Drive Ade & Goughie discuss if it’s possible to pick the football team you support, Darren Bent reveals on Breakfast the defender he hated playing against in the Premier League and Hawksbee & Jacobs deliver some classic clips of the Midweek from yesteryear. 
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‘I'd Rather Win The Carabao Cup Than the Euros’

Watford captain Troy Deeney exclusively reveals on Breakfast that he won’t push to leave Vicarage Road over the summer, Deeney also divulges exactly why Virgil Van Dijk is the most difficult defender to play against in the Premier League, Eric Dier tells Hawksbee & Jacobs how he found out Joe Hart was moving to Tottenham, Leeds United’s Stuart Dallas admits he can’t wait to take on Liverpool on the opening day of the season, on Drive Darren Gough feels that footballers shouldn’t get a full cap for playing in a friendly as he ignites a verbal battle with Breakfast co-host Jamie O’Hara, Jason Cundy reignites the club v country debate when he claims he’d rather see Chelsea win the Carabao Cup than England win next summer’s Euros, Alan Brazil reminisces about the time he played as a defender in non-league football, Paul Whitehouse & Bob Mortimer discuss potentially fishing for Marlin in their next TV series, former Villa striker Andy Gray recalls the time he fell out with his old boss Ron Saunders and on the Sports Bar former boxer Spencer Oliver takes us behind the scenes of the Matchroom ‘bubble’ on the eve of Whyte v Povetkin as Tony Bellew makes a surprise appearance on the s…

Sol Campbell: My Sporting Life Archive

In this archive edtion of My Sporting Life we are joined by former England, Spurs and Arsenal defender Sol Campbell. We hear about his controversial move across North London, playing his part in Arsenal's invincible side and scoring in a Champions League Final. 
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Bayern Munich’s Kingsley Coman Breaks PSG Hearts

After Bayern Munich win the Champions League live on talkSPORT the European expert Andy Brassell warns Premier League followers that Hansi Flick’s men will get better over the coming years, after the brutal knockout of Dillian Whyte by Aleksandr Povetkin we hear how the dramatic action unfolded on Fight Night on Saturday, Aaron Ramsdale exclusively reveals to talkSPORT why he decided to rejoin his old club Sheffield Untied, former Wolves keeper Matt Murray picks his England goalkeeper for the Nations League, Tony Cascarino warns all top flight footballers to get security after Manchester United’s Harry Maguire was arrested and subsequently released from custody in Greece, England spinner Dom Bess labels teammate Jimmy Anderson ‘the GOAT’ as the Lancashire fast bowler closes in on 600 Test wickets as Pakistan are forced to follow-on at the Ageas Bowl and former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Mark Crossley tells a superb Brian Clough anecdote on Jonny Owen & Friends. 
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‘I Chose Leeds United Over Monaco’

On the Press Box Simon Jordan defends Pep Guardiola after the Manchester City boss received criticism from Oleksandr Zinchenko’s wife, former Bayern Munich midfielder Didi Hamann heaps praise on his old side after winning the Champions League and he reveals that there might still be a Ballon d'Or this season, Danny Murphy advises footballers how they can use security to maintain their own safety when on holiday, former Cruiserweight World Champion Tony Bellew tells Dillian Whyte how he can bounce back after his devastating knockout defeat on Saturday night against Alexander Povetkin, England’s former all-time wicket record holder Darren Gough praises Jimmy Anderson as his old teammate reaches 599 Test Match victims, Hawksbee & Jacobs unearth the perfect ‘socially distanced’ sport, Liverpool target Thiago is labelled one the ‘most comfortable players on the ball’ in world football by Darren Bent, as talkSPORT understands that Kai Havertz is set join Chelsea for £90million Danny Murphy tells Jim White that the Leverkusen player will get Frank Lampard’s side goals from midfield and on the Sports Bar former Sunderland left-back Micky Gray tells us why he chose South Yorkshire ins…

Southgate Drops Maguire & Messi Drops Barcelona

After the Manchester United captain Harry Maguire was handed a suspended sentence for an altercation in Greece the England manager Gareth Southgate drops the defender hours after originally selecting him in the squad for the upcoming Nations League matches, on the Sports Bar the former Three Lions full-back Micky Gray jumps to Maguire’s defence, South American expert Tim Vickery breaks the news that Lionel Messi is set to leave Barcelona potentially paving the way for a reunification with Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, Jamie O’Hara and Simon Jordan both suggest that Chelsea Boss Frank Lampard must now deliver trophies having spent millions during the summer transfer window, James Anderson reflects on taking 600 Test Match wickets and bellows an early Ashes rallying cry for next year’s clash against the Aussies Down Under, boxing promoter Frank Warren rubbishes the idea of a re-match between Dillian Whyte and Alexander Povetkin and Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock admits he misses stick off the opposition fans in the Championship with football being played in empty stadiums. 
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Ferencvaros Go Ballistic, Celtic Are Atrocious

After Celtic crash out of the Champions League Perry Groves slams their performance claiming that League One sides in England would have beaten the Hungarian champions, Crystal Palace midfielder Andros Townsend defends Harry Maguire claiming the Manchester United skipper should retain the captaincy at Old Trafford, Lee Hendrie blasts his old teammate Gareth Southgate for not selecting Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish in the current England squad, Paul Hawksbee takes to the roof at Spurs and tries out the new Dare Skywalk at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, on Kick-Off Hugh Woozencroft (a Manchester United fan) tells Dean Ashton why he’d be happy to see Lionel Messi at Liverpool or Manchester City, on Drive Darren Gough takes on the ‘press up challenge’ and calls out the Breakfast team, David Lloyd praises James Anderson for starting off as ‘Banksy and becoming a Rembrandt’ and on the Sports Bar there’s breaking news as the NBA is postponed in protest following the shooting of Jacob Blake. 
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Wayne Rooney Ends The Messi/Ronaldo Debate

England’s all-time leading goalscorer Wayne Rooney talks all things Lionel Messi and suggests the Argentina ace could win another Ballon d’Or while playing in the Premier League, Jamie O’Hara responds to Darren Gough’s press-up challenge and also makes the boldest claim about the Argentina number 10, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta previews the Community Shield against Liverpool live on talkSPORT, after the Milwaukee Bucks players went on strike following the shooting of Jacob Blake talkSPORT’s Jordan Jarrett-Bryan suggests Premier League players should follow suit, former Sunderland striker Darren Bent tells Drive why he wants the Old Firm in the English leagues, the Wigan administrator Gerald Krasner is optimistic that the Latics will be bought out with time running out for the former FA Cup winners, Manchester City legend Shaun Goater tells Kick-Off why Premier League players don’t need a summer break and Micky Gray reveals to Adam Catterall why Marcus Rashford is worth £100 million 
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Donny Van De Beek Off To Manchester United

The Trans Euro Express have news on Ajax’s Donny Van De Beek joining Manchester United imminently, Southampton’s new permanent signing Kyle Walker-Peters tells Darren Bent that Europe is a ‘realistic target’ for the Saints next season, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp laments the Reds not being fresh enough to take on Arsenal in the Community Shield which was live on talkPORT as the Gunners won on penalties, Brighton CEO Paul Barber reflects on the successful trial that took place at The Amex on Saturday as fans ventured back into a Premier League stadium as the Seagulls drew with Chelsea, Ray Parlour tells a ‘ghost’ story to Alan Brazil on Breakfast, Tony Cascarino warns Blues fans that Frank Lampard’s recruitment over the summer has been ‘lop-sided’ and promoter Frank Warren tells the Fight Night team that Wilder v Fury 3 will only happen this year if there are fans in attendance. 
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‘The Premier League Doesn’t Need Lionel Messi’

The former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan makes a very bold claim on Press Box that the Premier League doesn’t need Barcelona’s Lionel Messi, England Correspondent Faye Carruthers breaks the news that Jack Grealish has received his first England call-up and Perry Groves admits it’s a ‘massive opportunity’ for the Aston Villa midfielder, ex-Spurs & England striker Darren Bent tells Laura Woods on Breakfast why Liverpool must strengthen their squad before the start of the new season, European expert Kev Hatchard breaks down what new Manchester United signing Donny Van De Beek will bring to Old Trafford, Danny Murphy thinks the arrival of the Ajax midfielder will bring an end to Paul Pogba’s time in Manchester, Michael Buckley the Manager of Brentham FC recalls adding Patrice Evra to his squad over the weekend as the former France defender gets match fit for Soccer Aid, Ally McCoist reacts to the video of Alan Brazil on talkRADIO as the Breakfast presenter appeared shirtless on social media and Sunderland legend Micky Gray tells the Sports Bar why he turned down more money to join Newcastle United to play for his beloved Mackems. 
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‘David Beckham Is The Saviour’

Dutch football expert Marcel Van Der Kraan insists that the arrival of Donny Van De Beek will NOT see Paul Pogba leave Old Trafford but the former Manchester United assistant manager Steve McLaren raises his concerns over the Frenchman’s future, former Palace owner Simon Jordan urges the England manager Gareth Southgate to pick Jack Grealish in his preferred position in the upcoming Nations League games, Kyle Walker reflects on his return to the England squad after his Lockdown misdemeanour, former Three Lions full-back Danny Mills picks Kalvin Phillips as a possible starter at next summer’s Euros, Steve Harmison defends England selector Ed Smith for dropping Joe Root from the T20 squad ahead of the upcoming series against Australia, Emile Heskey reflects on the famous 5-1 victory over Germany 19 years ago, Mason Greenwood tells Faye Carruthers how he copes with praise from the likes of Premier League legends Alan Shearer & Wayne Rooney and talkSPORT’s Transfer Guru Alex Crook reveals which centre-back Manchester United are chasing and whether or not Chris Smalling will be playing in Serie A next season. 
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Is Gareth Bale Coming Back To The Premier League?

Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend heaps praise on Marcus Rashford and how the Manchester United striker has been an influence on himself and other Premier League stars, Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale reveals that he would consider a Premier League return, former Arsenal midfielder Jermaine Pennant admits that the arrival of Donny Van De Beek at Manchester United means Paul Pogba is probably leaving Old Trafford, Real Salt Lake defender Nedum Onuha criticises comments made by the club’s owner Del Loy Hansen relating to the Black Lives Matter fixture boycotts, Wolves skipper Conor Coady talks about his pride at getting his first England call-up ahead of the Nations League matches, Barcelona President Elect Victor Font tells Jim White that Manchester City are most likely to secure the signature of Lionel Messi, seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry speaks to Andy Goldstein about why he’s making a return to snooker at the age of 51, Anne-Marie Batson chats to Aston Villa midfielder Emma Follis ahead of the return of the WSL this weekend and we get a taste of some classic clips from 2006 on Hawksbee & Jacobs. 
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“Stop Criticising The West Ham Owners”

Ramon Calderon, the former Real Madrid President, tells Breakfast that a Premier League club bid for Gareth Bale last summer, Jim White & Tony Cascarino defend the West Ham board after some fans reacted angrily to news that the club may be selling Grady Diangana, former England Rugby captain Dylan Hartley argues that players of his era have been treated like ‘crash test dummies’ and why two games a week is a bad idea, in a talkSPORT exclusive Sol Campbell calls for diversity across the whole of society not just football, after his first England call-up Phil Foden reacts to the comments from teammate Kyle Walker that he’s the ‘best young player he’s ever seen’, former Sunderland & Aston Villa striker Darren Bent admits that Everton should be aiming for a top-six finish and Jason Cundy tells football supporters why they ‘should be grateful’ to see the return of international football. 
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The Dive: Should Sport And Politics Mix?

In light of some NBA stars going on strike Jarrod Kimber and Jon Norman ask whether sport and politics should ever mix and why it is that athletes protest.   Guests include two time NBA champion Craig Hodges, former England cricket coach Andy Flower and you'll hear from a host of other big names from both sides of the Atlantic. 
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Novak Djokovic Disqualified After Hitting Line Judge

After hitting the ball at a line judge Novak Djokovic is dramatically disqualified from the US Open, on Weekend Breakfast former Ireland striker Tony Cascarino claims that Harry Kane isn’t the player he was three years ago, European expert Andy Brassell tells us why Lionel Messi might be signing for a new club in January and why Manchester United target Jadon Sancho won’t be forcing a move away from Borussia Dortmund, talkSPORT’s South Coast Correspondent Alex Crook has news on Callum Wilson and which Premier League club he’s set to join, Olly Murs reveals why Wayne Rooney gave him a ticking off in the build-up to Soccer Aid, Gareth Southgate reflects on England’s win against Iceland in the Nations League but laments some of the basic errors made by his side in Reykjavik, after West Ham sold Grady Diangana to West Brom a Hammers fan goes ballistic live on talkSPORT about the decision made by his club and on Fight Night former Cruiserweight Champion Tony Bellew comes up with a unique idea for the Super-Cruiserweight division. 
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Foden & Greenwood Axed After Covid Breach

On the inaugural Jim White and Simon Jordan Show the former Crystal Palace owner is baffled at the actions of England’s Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood for breaching Covid-19 regulations, on Drive Adrian Durham questions an aspect of Foden’s apology as the pair are set to leave the England camp, Aston Villa legend Gabby Agbonlahor urges Gareth Southgate to start Jack Grealish against Denmark now that another two players have left the squad, after accusing Yorkshire CCC of ‘institutional racism’ when he was a player Azeem Rafiq pleads with the authorities to act now before ‘lives are lost’, Danny Murphy warns the West Ham skipper Mark Noble that he’s ‘undermining’ the board after he criticised the owners for selling Grady Diangana, The Sun’s Shaun Custis hopes that Carlo Ancelotti can rekindle the form that James Rodriguez showed at the World Cup in 2014 after the Colombian signed for Everton and Jamie O’Hara & Ally McCoist clash on Breakfast on the matter of sportsmanship after England’s James Ward-Prowse appeared to scuff up the penalty spot against Iceland. 
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Southgate’s England Held After Bore Draw In Copenhagen

On the Sports Bar there’s the reaction to England’s drab 0-0 draw against Denmark in the Nations League, Three Lions manager Gareth Southgate praises the performance of Conor Coady, he also admits to talkSPORT’s Faye Carruthers that there needs to be repercussions for Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood but we mustn’t be too hard on them, former Ireland striker Tony Cascarino tells Laura Woods on Breakfast why there may be some positives from Foden and Greenwood’s misdemeanours, Super-agent Kia Joorabchian tells Jim White why Carlo Ancelotti was pivotal in James Rodriguez joining Everton and why Coutinho won’t be coming to the Premier League, Burnley boss Sean Dyche tells Ian Abrahams why he’s staying at Turf Moor, as Aston Villa close in on the club record signing of Ollie Watkins from Brentford one of his former teammates tells talkSPORT 2 why the forward always had the talent to make it as a Premier League player and Andy Jacobs confesses to being kicked out of a summer school when he was younger. 
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‘If Pochettino Was At United They’d Be Champions’

The Chief Executive of the Premier League Richard Masters tells talkSPORT that he hopes fans will return to stadiums in the top flight despite Boris Johnson’s recent ‘rule of six’ on gatherings, former Manchester City midfielder Trevor Sinclair tells Jim White why switching the EPL’s Black Lives Matter slogan to ‘no room for racism’ would be a backward step, Burnley captain Ben Mee urges his fellow defender James Tarkowski to stay at Turf Moor as West Ham race to sign him, Carlton Cole recalls the time he was ticked off by Jose Mourinho after a defeat to Liverpool at Anfield even though he didn’t travel to the game, an Arsenal caller tells the Sports Bar why Mikel Arteta is bringing the good times back to the Emirates and Hawksbee & Jacobs replay some classic clips from 2002. 
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‘Dele Alli Will Be Player Of The Year’

As talkSPORT Exclusively reveals that West Ham are set to terminate Jack Wilshere’s contract Jason Cundy tells the Sports Bar that he has a lot of sympathy for the England midfielder, Simon Jordan tells Jim White that Premier League clubs may lose £50million each weekend stadiums continue to remain empty, the former Crystal Palace owner also takes aim at Newcastle’s Ryan Fraser for the way he left Bournemouth after lockdown, on Breakfast Aston Villa legend Gabby Agbonlahor once again questions the way England manager Gareth Southgate has handled Jack Grealish, Fulham manager Scott Parker praises the work Mikel Arteta has done at Arsenal as the Cottagers open their Premier League campaign against the Gunners live on talkSPORT, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard slams the idea that last season he was under no pressure, on Drive Adrian Durham makes his 20/21 Premier League season predictions, Jamie O’Hara claims that Harry Kane is worth £150 million and on Kick-Off the former Birmingham City striker Clinton Morrison expects Sheffield United’s Ethan Ampadu to have a great season at Brammall Lane. 
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The Dive: The True Story Of Cool Runnings

Jarrod Kimber and Jon Norman bring you the true story of Cool Runnings Everyone thinks they know the story about how four Jamaican bobsledders took the 1988 Winter Olympics by storm. Bu the real story is even crazier. It involves royalty, the CIA, reggae singers who don't sing reggae and John Barnes dad. Yes, that John Barnes. 
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Aubameyang Set To Stay At Arsenal

An unhappy Spurs manager Jose Mourinho slams his own team for a ‘poor’ performance as they lost to Everton, match-winner Dominic Calvert-Lewin praises the new signings at Goodison Park and the way his teammates gelled in their first game of the season, on Gameday Mikel Arteta drops the biggest hint yet that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is staying at the Emirates, Gabby Agbonlahor criticises Virgil Van Dijk for being ‘arrogant’ against Leeds United, former Manchester United striker Andy Cole offers advice to Mason Greenwood and how he can cope with making off-field errors, West Ham manager David Moyes blasts his sides ‘weak’ defending, on Darren Bent’s Boot Room there’s breaking news about Jack Wilshere and a potential Serie A destination for the England midfielder, after Dani Ceballos’ bad challenge on Eddie Nketiah in the warm-up against Fulham Tony Cascarino recalls a similar incident at Chelsea involving Dennis Wise, former Wolves keeper Matt Murray tells the Sunday Session why Nuno Espirito Santo signing a contract extension is crucial for the club’s progression and on the Trans Europe Express Andy Brassell has news on five players being sent off, including Neymar Junior, over on…

‘Frank Lampard Will Be Gone By November’

Despite winning their opening game of the season there’s plenty of criticism aimed at Chelsea on the Sports Bar, after blasting Ryan Fraser last week the former Crystal Palace Simon Jordan admits he regrets some of his comments, Adrian Durham criticises Spurs manager Jose Mourinho for his excuses after the Everton defeat, former West Ham midfielder Trevor Sinclair talks about the ‘toxic relationship’ between the owners and the fans at The London Stadium and how things could be rectified, meanwhile Jim White has exclusive news from the Hammers owners on their future at the club, Danny Murphy has words of advice for Mason Greenwood after the Manchester United starlet was pictured ‘inhaling nitrous oxide’, England fast bowler Jofra Archer defends the English Cricket Board after Michael Holding criticised the decision not to ‘take a knee’ during the ODI series against Australia, Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder remains philosophical after losing to Wolves and Darren Gough has news of life on Venus. 
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‘Gareth Bale Won’t Cure Tottenham’s Ails’

With news reaching talkSPORT Towers that Tottenham are in talks with Real Madrid to sign Gareth Bale there’s conflicting opinions from Simon Jordan & Jason Cundy on whether or not this will benefit Spurs, the World Cup & Champions League winner Fernando Torres joins Jim White and reveals why it was his own ‘fault’ that he didn’t adapt to life at Chelsea and why Liverpool can win more Premier League titles, Burnley boss Sean Dyche tells talkSPORT that speculation on defender James Tarkowski leaving the club doesn't bother him, Adrian Durham is underwhelmed over Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang signing a new contract at Arsenal, Gabby Agbonlahor is delighted to see Jack Grealish pen a new deal at Aston Villa as the club captain celebrated by scoring the winner in the Carabao Cup against Burton on talkSPORT, Crystal Palace get dumped out by Championship side Bournemouth after a mammoth penalty shootout, Jamie O’Hara goes on an epic rant over Tottenham’s start to the season, Spurs defender Ben Davies reflects on the defeat to Everton and how the club can bounce back and Chris Woakes previews the final match of the summer for England as they take on Australia in the deciding ODI of the series…

Bielsa’s Leeds Kick The Bucket In the Carabao

Jim White breaks exclusive news on Breakfast that Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale wants to return to Spurs, Jose Mourinho admits he tried to sign the Welshman when he was the boss at the Bernabeu, former Arsenal defender Lee Dixon reacts to Adrian Durham’s comments on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang prompting Durham to write a poem about the Gabonese international, ex-Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor tells Dele Alli that he needs to leave Tottenham, Jason Cundy reveals why Alli isn’t part of Mourinho’s future plans, Leeds United legend Jermaine Beckford heaps praise on Hull FC after they knocked Marcelo Bielsa’s men out of the Carabao Cup, Tigers boss Grant McCann is understandably delighted, Eoin Morgan reflects on England losing the deciding ODI to Australia but his decision to let spinner Adil Rashid bowl the final over confuses many including talkSPORT’s Cricket Correspondent Jon Norman, QPR boss Mark Warburton is delighted to see fans return to EFL matches this weekend albeit as part of a pilot scheme and Hawksbee & Jacobs replay some classic clips from 2002. 
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Exclusive: Joshua v Fury Will Happen Twice In 2021

Anthony Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn tells talkSPORT Breakfast that we could see an all British heavyweight clash between Joshua and Tyson Fury ‘twice’ next year, rival promoter Frank Warren responds to Hearn’s comments that they’re meeting up for dinner in a few weeks, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho reflects on their Europa League victory against Lokomotiv Plovdiv and also admits he now ‘believes’ in goalscorer Tanguy Ndombele after criticising him earlier in the year, Jason Cundy demands that Tottenham get adequate cover for Harry Kane because of the England captain’s workload, meanwhile Jason’s ‘super-fan’ calls the Sports Bar and discloses that he named his son after the former Ipswich defender, Everton’s Michael Keane takes us behind the scenes at training and what it’s like playing with James Rodriguez, Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson criticises Manchester United’s Mason Greenwood for his recent off-field antics, Fulham boss Scott Parker admits that he thinks it’s ‘sad’ that people have written the Cottagers off after the defeat to Arsenal, Sean Dyche talks about the penalty he scored in an FA Cup semi-final which helped inspire Burnley to beat Sheffield United in a shootou…

The Dive: Does football Have A Secret Drugs Problem?

Join Jon Norman and Jarrod Kimber as they investigate one big topic in sport. This week, Does Football Have a Drugs Problem? Despite evidence to the contrary across Europe nobody in the UK thinks football has a blood doping problem. They speak to two former football stars about their experiences, speak to a spokesperson at WADA and find out the true story about Italian football's dalliance with this dark art. 
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Leicester Go Top & Chelsea’s Kepa Hits Rock Bottom

On Weekend Breakfast Tony Cascarino suggests Manchester United should get rid of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and replace him with Leeds United’s Marcelo Bielsa, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard defends Kepa after another gaffe cost the Blues against Liverpool, Jose Mourinho insists that Dele Alli will start midweek against Leyton Orient despite not featuring in the thrashing of Southampton as rumours circulate that Paris Saint-Germain are circling for the England player’s signature, Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers praises his side after beating Burnley to become the Premier League’s front runners, Manchester City new boy Nathan Ake reveals which player is ‘helping him settle in’ at the Etihad, former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor labels referee Mike Dean the ‘most arrogant fool’ he’s ever met after sending off Slaven Bilic against Everton, Toffees gaffer Carlo Ancelotti still thinks that Dominic Calvert-Lewin ‘can improve’ after his hat-trick against the Baggies and Alan Brazil slams the new Fruit Pastilles recipe. 
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‘Madrid Should Be Kissing The Floor Bale Walks On’

The former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan slams Ole Gunnar Solskjaer & Manchester United for their performance against his old club, Steve Mclaren defends the United boss after the defeat on Saturday, Palace manager Roy Hodgson tells Jim White that Wilf Zaha could leave during this transfer window, Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder isn’t happy Matt Targett stayed on the pitch after conceding a penalty as Villa beat the Blades, John Barnes tells Breakfast how Sadio Mane can become a fellow Liverpool legend, Gareth Bale’s agent Jonathan Barnett reveals on the Sports Bar why the relationship between Real Madrid and the Welshman broke down, Jason Cundy praises Manchester City after a ‘hard fought victory’ against Wolves, Adrian Durham suggests that QPR Director of Football Les Ferdinand should be knighted after the R’s discontinued taking the knee before matches as ‘the message has been lost’, former Chief of Premier League referees Keith Hackett thinks that Mike Dean was ‘arrogant’ the way he dealt with sending off Slaven Bilic, Ally McCoist goes on an epic rant about the new handball law and Danny Kelly, The Sun’s Shaun Custis & The Mail’s Oliver Holt discuss the daunting future…

‘The Government Must Wake Up & Save Sport’

West Ham manager David Moyes and players Issa Diop & Josh Cullen all test positive for the coronavirus ahead of the Carabao Cup win against Hull, with all three now self-isolating assistant manager Alan Irvine reveals how the players focused on the game at the London Stadium, the Leyton Orient & Sutton United chairmen both tell talkSPORT why the government must help out lower league clubs to save them in light of the new government guidelines, Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises goalkeeper Dean Henderson after his debut against Luton Town, Brentford boss Thomas Frank gives us some insight into how the Bees beat Premier League West Brom on penalties, having played under Jose Mourinho at Chelsea Carlton Cole offers advice to Dele Alli and how he can succeed at Tottenham under the ‘special one’, on Drive Gabby Agbonlahor tells Adrian Durham why Jack Grealish should be ahead of Phil Foden in the England pecking order, Spurs legend Gary Mabbutt speaks about phoning elderly supporters to help keep their mental health in check during the pandemic and Jason Cundy struggles to name a Dolly Parton classic on the Sports Bar. 
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‘Everton Won’t Make Europe With Jordan Pickford’

In an exclusive interview with talkSPORT’s Jim White the West Ham co-owner David Sullivan admits he finds it ‘depressing’ he can’t buy any new players in the current transfer window, he also confesses that the club will not spend £40million on one player and the reasons behind selling Grady Diangana. Former Hammers midfielder Trevor Sinclair is concerned that the club might not get any Premier League points until November, Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend tells Breakfast why the Eagles players will continue to ‘take the knee’ for the foreseeable future, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho tells Dele Alli that responsibility to improve is 99% down to the individual player and not management, Adrian Durham claims that David Beckham could make the Premier League All-Time XI, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is delighted with Kai Havertz after the German scored a hat-trick against Barnsley in the Carabao Cup, former league winner Perry Groves isn’t impressed with Jordan Pickford after a shaky performance against Fleetwood as Everton advanced into the next round, former England forward Dean Ashton praises Arsenal after they knocked Leicester City out & why the Gunners are already showing ‘much …

Spurs Win As Mourinho Moves The Goalposts

The former England goalkeeper David James & Jamie O’Hara both defend Everton’s Jordan Pickford after recent criticism from Perry Groves, despite winning in Macedonia against Shkendija the Spurs boss Jose Mourinho confirms that he complained to UEFA about the goals being too small before the game, 17-year-old Liam Delap reacts to scoring on his debut for Manchester City in the Carabao Cup against Bournemouth, Adrian Durham explains why City are now the biggest club in Manchester, the former West Ham manager Sam Allardyce confirms on Breakfast that a player was once signed at the Boleyn Ground without his knowledge, football finance advisor Jon Smith warns that the EFL cannot exist past November without crowds, West Brom manager Slaven Bilic draws a line under his sending off against Everton last week, Burnley’s Ashley Westwood opens up about maintaining the high intensity in matches without supporters at the grounds and Darren Gough pays tribute to Australian cricketer Dean Jones after he passed aged 59 following a heart attack. 
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Manchester City Sign Ruben Dias After Leicester Humiliation

Hat-trick hero Jamie Vardy applauds his teammates after Leicester spanked Manchester City 5-2 at the Etihad, Rodri criticises the Foxes’ tactics despite a heavy defeat for Pep Guardiola’s men, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho refuses to address the handball decision against Eric Dier as Tottenham conceded an injury-time equaliser to Newcastle, even the Geordies boss Steve Bruce blasts the decision, a number of other managers aren’t happy with the handball law including Roy Hodgson and Slaven Bilic, talkSPORT’s Sam Matterface takes aim at IFAB over the implementation of the laws this season, Rio Ferdinand joins the Gameday team and tells Ole Gunnar Solskjaer he must sign Dayot Upamecano, on Fight Night Connor Benn offers out any UFC fighter in his weight division for a scrap in the ring, Leeds United’s Jack Harrison praises teammate Pat Bamford after he scored a late winner against Yorkshire rivals Sheffield United, Jurgen Klopp breaks down Arsenal’s strengths away from home ahead of tonight’s clash at Anfield, Tim Vickery criticises Frank Lampard for giving Thiago Silva the captaincy against West Brom on his debut and European expert Andy Brassell has news on Benfica’s Ruben Dias …

Are Liverpool Champions With 35 Games Left?

Liverpool maintain their 100% record in the Premier League after beating Arsenal 3-1 and boss Jurgen Klopp remains relaxed despite a rare mistake by Andy Robertson leading to a goal, Jason Cundy raises concerns over the Reds defence but predicts the Premier League title will stay at Anfield, Dimitar Berbatov recalls the time he didn’t even make the squad for the Champions League Final in 2011 with Manchester United and the former Tottenham striker also advises Jose Mourinho & Dele Alli what they must do to reconcile with one another, Rock legend Rod Stewart calls into Drive to give his take on the handball controversies over the weekend, former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan slams the law claiming it’s ‘bad for everyone’, a dejected Fulham manager Scott Parker cannot understand why his team keep conceding goals after a 3-0 home defeat to Aston Villa, former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy tells Jim White why Manchester United won’t challenge for the league this season, Adrian Durham gives his reasons why Leicester could push for another title, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho writes off his club’s chances of winning the Carabao Cup ahead of tonight’s clash with Chelsea and Al…

Chelsea Flushed Out As Nature Calls For Eric Dier

After Spurs dumped Chelsea out the Carabao Cup on penalties Jose Mourinho claims his side made the Blues look ‘ordinary’, an angry fan cannot understand how Frank Lampard is still the manager of his club, Spurs legend Graham Roberts tells talkSPORT 2 that he wants Dele Alli to get ‘arrogant’ so he can return to his best performances, former Arsenal midfielder Adrian Clarke believes that the Gunners have a better manager than three other rival Premier League clubs, Adrian Durham has some home truths for the Fulham co-owner after Tony Khan apologised publicly for the performance against Aston Villa on Monday night, Newport County boss Michael Flynn claims the EFL clubs need to help themselves financially before expecting money from teams in the Premier League, talkSPORT commentator Jim Proudfoot blasts the idea of points-per-game in the Premier League should the season be curtailed, Jamie O’Hara claims that Pep Guardiola is ‘lucky’ to still be in a job with the money he’s spent on defenders at Manchester City and Hawksbee & Jacobs have news of foxes stopping play at Charlton Athletic's training ground. 
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Everton’s Calvert-Lewin Gives Southgate A Dilemma

Former Palace owner Simon Jordan tells Jim White why Phil Foden & Mason Greenwood shouldn’t be in Gareth Southgate’s England squad after their misdemeanours in Iceland, Dominic Calvert-Lewin stakes a claim for his Three Lions debut after a hat-trick in the Carabao Cup as Everton beat West Ham 4-1, Toffees fan Les clashes with Andy & Jason on the Sports Bar claiming Carlo Ancelotti’s men will finish 3rd in the Premier League, Manchester United progress winning 3-0 at Brighton but it’s keeper Dean Henderson receiving praise from manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and talkSPORT pundit Tony Cascarino, former NBA star turned psychologist John Amaechi explains why sport and politics are intertwined, Harry Redknapp gives Dele Alli advice on how he can resurrect his Tottenham career, Jamie O’Hara puts forward his five-point plan to become the Spurs manager, on Drive Adrian Durham pleads with the authorities to let football fans into National League grounds to spectate and Ally McCoist questions why Jose Mourinho ‘hurried’ Eric Dier during his toilet break against Chelsea on Tuesday night. 
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Jose Mourinho Still Sparring With ‘Gary’ Southgate

World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury joins the White & Jordan show to tell Anthony Joshua that he wants to fight him this year if the third Deontay Wilder bout doesn’t happen, Fury claims he’ll ‘knock Joshua into next week’ and the Gypsy King also clashes with pundits Johnny Nelson & Spencer Oliver as they predict an AJ win if the all-British bout goes ahead. Some angry Rangers fans go head-to-head with Andy & Jason on the Sports Bar claiming they’d finish in the top half of the Premier League after beating Galatasary in the Europa League, Tottenham also qualify for the group stages after smashing Maccabi Haifa 7-2 but Spurs boss Jose Mourinho uses the victory to playfully jibe at the England manager, Gareth Southgate says Dominic Calvert-Lewin is ‘thriving’ under Carlo Ancelotti after selecting the Everton forward for the national team, Mikel Arteta praises his players for their ‘winning mentality’ after Arsenal dumped Liverpool out of the Carabao Cup on penalties, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith bemoans an ‘awful’ performance as Championship Stoke knocked out last season’s finalists, European expert Andy Brassell remains optimistic for Manchester United despite being drawn …

Solskjaer’s Joyless Six, Klopp’s Seven & Hell

A deflated Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reflects on the ‘worst day of his Manchester United career’ as his team were hammered 6-1 at home by Jose Mourinho’s Spurs, a shell-shocked Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits his side got everything wrong against Aston Villa as the champions got battered 7-2 after an Ollie Watkins hat-trick, Wales manager Ryan Giggs predicts Gareth Bale to be a success at Spurs when he embarks on his second spell at the North London club, Tony Cascarino & Alex Crook clash over Edinson Cavani and whether he’s worth £210,000-a-week as Manchester United get closer to signing the free agent, Andy Cole tips the Uruguayan to be successful at Old Trafford, South American football expert Tim Vickery raises his concerns over United being linked with 18-year-old Facundo Pellistri, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn responds to Tyson Fury calling out his boxer Anthony Joshua to fight this calendar year, Gabby Agbonlahor tells GameDay Your Verdict why Everton & England must dispose of Jordan Pickford if they are to win trophies and Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka reveals his amazement at receiving his England call-up as the 19-year-old scored in a 2-1 win against Sheffield United. 
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Mikel Arteta’s Late Night Partey Piece

As Transfer Deadline Day drew to a close during the Sports Bar Arsenal completed the transfer of Atletico’s Thomas Partey, Edinson Cavani signed for Manchester United, Jack Wilshere was released by West Ham, Theo Walcott joined his old club Southampton on loan and Everton secured Roma goalkeeper Robin Olsen until the end of the season. As United continued to splash the cash for players throughout the day including Porto’s Alex Telles, Adrian Durham warned that it may spell the end for Luke Shaw at Old Trafford and questions why Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has not tried to sign West Ham’s Declan Rice, on Breakfast Darren Bent & Alan Brazil both Slam Tottenham’s Erik Lamela for his antics leading to Anthony Martial’s red card on Sunday, The Mail on Sunday’s Ollie Holt tells the Press Box that certain England players have left Gareth Southgate in a difficult position after an apparent breach of coronavirus regulations, both Danny Murphy & Simon Jordan defend Wilf Zaha after the Ivorian was criticised by talkSPORT’s Tony Cascarino over the weekend, comedian Justin Moorhouse goes on a rant about his beloved Manchester United on the Hawksbee & Jacobs show and Aston Villa legend Gabby Agbonlaho…

‘Manchester United & Solskjaer Are Weak’

Drive’s Adrian Durham pleads with the government to see sense and let fans return to football grounds after the #Letfansin petition reached over 100,000 signatures, former Spurs midfielder Jamie O’Hara slams Manchester United’s recent drubbing against Tottenham and reveals how he’d have dealt with some of the big names at the club after the defeat, former United striker Alan Brazil admits he didn’t enjoy playing at Old Trafford with the added pressure of playing for the club, Dominic Calvert-Lewin discloses why he removed his hat in the company of England manager Gareth Southgate ahead of the Wales clash on Thursday, Theo Walcott tells Jim White he has ‘no regrets’ about leaving Everton and re-joining his old club Southampton, England Rugby coach Eddie Jones admits that he cannot persuade Boris Johnson to help the sport and Jason Cundy explains why he’d rather have Heung-Min Son at his club as opposed to Mo Salah. 
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We Can Visit The Albert Hall, Why Not Wembley?

England boss Gareth Southgate warns the next generation of players that they have a ‘lot to prove’ after a number of recent misdemeanours, the Brighton CEO Paul Barber argues that fans should be ‘trusted’ to return to grounds as the #Letfansin campaign gathers serious momentum, Simon Jordan claims that Mesut Ozil is using Gunnersaurus’ redundancy as a ‘publicity stunt’, Scotland manager Steve Clarke laments losing three players ahead of the critical play-off against Israel after Stuart Armstrong tested positive for Covid-19, Adrian Durham defends Pep Guardiola claiming he deserves more appreciation from supporters, an Arsenal fan tells the Sports Bar he was glad that England didn’t win the 2018 World Cup just to avoid seeing Harry Kane lift the trophy, European expert Kev Hatchard has news of a landmark goal for Olivier Giroud as France hammered Ukraine 7-1 and Hawksbee & Jacobs deliver some classic clips featuring George Galloway auditioning for the voice of the ‘talking clock’. 
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"The EFL is amazing, we don't want reserves!"

A passionate Ian Holloway calls breakfast to add his thoughts to the #GetFansIn campaign, former Bristol City boss Lee Johnson has his own ideas of how the Premier League can support the EFL, while the idea of Premier League B-teams in the EFL goes down pretty badly with Simon Jordan and Neil Warnock. Chris Hughton speaks for the first time since he returned to management with Nottingham Forest, Gareth Bale's agent Jonathan Barnett speaks of his joy at seeing his client happy at Tottenham, while Stuart Pearce gives us the ins-and-outs of how David Moyes has been (very successfully) managing West Ham remotely. Joshua Buatsi updates us on his plans after his latest victory, a different England side beat Wales 3-0 at Wembley with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Conor Coady scoring their first international goals. European football expert Kevin Hatchard brings us up to date with how the other home nations got on and Alan Brazil and Ally McCoist can't get their head around what Netflix and Chill is - which is probably not a bad thing! 
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Project Big Picture & England’s ‘Big Moment’

England manager Gareth Southgate labels Mason Mount ‘underappreciated’ after the Chelsea star scored the winner against Belgium in the Nations League, Stuart Pearce claims it was an ‘education’ for the Three Lions after beating the world’s best side at Wembley, Jack Wilshere tells Darren Bent that he wants to play football at a club he’s ‘happy playing at’ now he’s a free agent, Andy Cole explains why he loved playing under Sir Alex Ferguson, boxing promoter Bob Arum tells Fight Night that Tyson Fury could fight this year in the U.K. and that Fury v Anthony Joshua might happen in the spring, European expert Andy Brassell reflects on Barcelona’s ‘horrible’ transfer window, Telegraph writer Sam Wallace breaks down the proposed Project Big Picture which could revamp English football, former Ireland striker Tony Cascarino bemoans Jack Grealish & Declan Rice choosing to play for England over the Republic and there’s the first ‘pay-per-view’ Ian Culverhouse game on the Warm-Up. 
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Do You Want Joel Glazer Running English Football?

EFL Chief Executive Rick Parry throws his support behind ‘Project Big Picture’ but the former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan takes him to task, Adrian Durham labels the plan ‘disjointed, unworkable, and unfair’, The Times’ Henry Winter questions the morality of the issue and how it may affect the clubs outside the top six, Danny Kelly & Mike Calvin both slam the Premier League’s pay-per-view price plan for upcoming games, there’s news on the Sports Bar paper review of another potential clash between Jose Mourinho and Gareth Southgate, Ally McCoist questions why Jack Grealish isn’t a regular starter for England, Jason Cundy defends Southgate’s team selection against Belgium, boxing promoter Frank Warren confirms that Deontay Wilder is not on the radar for Tyson Fury paving the way for a spring clash with fellow Brit Anthony Joshua and Carlton Cole reveals why a Fast Food outlet confiscated his gold membership card in the early stages of his football career. 
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‘I’d Sack Southgate & Appoint Arsene Wenger’

Grimsby manager Ian Holloway slams the plans to reform English football and is ‘disgusted’ by the proposals set out by Project Big Picture, former DCMS Chair Damian Collins urges the government to get involved after a week of ‘civil war’ amongst the EFL clubs, Derby chairman Mel Morris states on the White & Jordan Show he’s glad the plans have started much needed conversations, England manager Gareth Southgate admits he’s ‘baffled’ around questions about Harry Kane’s fitness, Adrian Durham urges Chelsea to go and sign Declan Rice to replace N’Golo Kante, Jamie O’Hara tells talkSPORT Breakfast that Manchester City should aim to sign Marcelo Bielsa if Pep Guardiola leaves the Etihad this summer, former Leeds United full-back Danny Mills laments the defensive frailties England have at the moment and on the Sports Bar England fan Trevor gets confused over his Three Lions team selection. 
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Dirty Harry’s Early Bath

After England’s Harry Maguire was sent off in a 1-0 defeat against Denmark Gareth Southgate jumps to the defence of the Manchester United captain, with the Three Lions ending up with nine-men after Reece James was also given a red-card at the final whistle skipper Harry Kane defends England’s disciplinary issues on-and-off the pitch, talkSPORT presenter Mark Saggers blasts goalkeeper Jordan Pickford after a less than inspiring performance between the sticks, former Palace owner Simon Jordan takes aim at Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden after the Minister criticised Premier League clubs for their summer transfer spending, Ally McCoist questions Manchester United’s signing of Edinson Cavani, Darren Gough picks his four personalities to go onto the Premier League’s version of Mount Rushmore, former Charlton striker Darren Bent reveals the time Alan Curbishley protected him from a potential injury in the build-up to an international tournament and Hawksbee & Jacobs brings us some more classic clips of the midweek! 
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Why Everton Will Win The Merseyside Derby

Arsene Wenger joins the talkSPORT Breakfast Show and explains why Mesut Ozil has struggled at Arsenal, the reason Mikel Arteta can win the Premier League at the Emirates, his biggest regret and his rivalry with Sir Alex Ferguson. Derby owner Mel Morris rubbishes reports that Wayne Rooney will replace Philip Cocu as manager, Jurgen Klopp tells Laura Woods how Liverpool have dealt with the 7-2 defeat to Aston Villa ahead of the Merseyside derby, former Everton striker Kevin Campbell predicts a home win at Goodison Park live on talkSPORT, Sean Dyche admits he would pay the £14.95 to watch West Brom V Burnley on TV, Southampton boss Ralph Hassenhuttul blasts the international break branding it ‘a disaster’ for his club, Adrian Durham pans Gareth Southgate’s ‘excuses’ after the defeat to Denmark and Jason Cundy attempts to break a cucumber eating world record on the Sports Bar. 
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Arsene Wenger on talkSPORT Breakfast

The former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger joined Alan Brazil, Ally McCoist and Jamie O'Hara on talkSPORT Breakfast to discuss his time as manager of the Gunners. In a brilliant and insightful interview he chatted about his 22-year reign as the Arsenal boss, the intense rivalry with Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho, his biggest career regret, turning down job offers, the future of Mesut Ozil and why he could never do his zip up! 
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Is Van Dijk’s Season Over Already?

There’s breaking news on talkSPORT as Liverpool’s Virgil Van Dijk reveals that he requires surgery on the knee injury he sustained during the Merseyside derby, Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti defends the VAR decision which led to Jordan Henderson’s ‘winning goal’ being disallowed for offside, on Darren Bent’s Boot Room former Crystal Palace midfielder Darren Ambrose predicts that Tottenham will win the league, West Ham manager David Moyes reflects on an incredible comeback after a stunning late strike from Manuel Lanzini earned the Hammers a draw at Spurs, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith praises his side's 'character and resilience' after beating Leicester City to go second, in an exclusive interview on talkSPORT Jurgen Klopp reveals that he has a secret Instagram account to keep tabs on his players, former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor criticises Sergio Aguero for physically contacting match official Sian Massey-Ellis, Jannik Vestergaard reacts to his dramatic late equaliser for Southampton at Stamford Bridge, Tony Cascarino pans Kepa Arrizabalaga for another mistake and labels the Spaniard ‘3rd choice keeper’ at Chelsea, chief football writer for the Chronicle Lee Ryder heavi…

Piers Morgan Slams Jordan Pickford & VAR

Piers Morgan and Danny Murphy both heavily criticise Everton’s Jordan Pickford for his challenge on Virgil Van Dijk but the goalkeeper will not face retrospective action, former Spurs manager Tim Sherwood claims Tottenham could win the Premier League despite slipping up against West Ham at the weekend, Darren Bent tells talkSPORT Breakfast that he expects Harry Kane to leave Tottenham to further his career, on the Sports Bar Jason Cundy forecasts a wide open title chase and backs Wolves’ chances of winning the league after beating Leeds United, The Guardian’s Suzy Wrack condemns Sergio Aguero after physically contacting match official Sian Massey-Ellis against Arsenal, Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims that the famous win against Paris Saint-Germain last year will have no bearing on tonight’s Champions League clash against the French giants live on talkSPORT, Adrian Durham states that Jack Grealish might be a hindrance to Aston Villa on occasions and on the Press Box Danny Kelly & The Sun’s Shaun Custis look back at the time Wayne Rooney almost joined Manchester City back in 2010. 
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Rashford Outshines Neymar & Mbappé in Paris

Marcus Rashford scores a late winner as Manchester United beat Paris Saint Germain 2-1 in the Champions League, talkSPORT pundit Jason Cundy praises Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for tactically ‘outdoing’ Thomas Tuchel, French football expert Julien Laurens has news of Neymar and Mbappe potentially leaving PSG next summer, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp takes a swipe at VAR and the media, Sir Alastair Cook compares Zak Crawley to Jos Buttler after the Kent batsman won the Cricket Writers' Club Young Player of the Year, the Press Association’s Rob Harris has news of the potential overhaul of football with Manchester United and Liverpool discussing a possible European league, Nicklas Bendtner tells Breakfast about the time he had a ‘bust-up’ with Thierry Henry, England head coach Eddie Jones wants his team to be remembered as a ‘great’ side ahead of the visit of the Barbarians and Andy Goldstein reveals why he now owns Steve Davis’ MBE. 
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Pep’s ‘Tedious’ Manchester City Fight Back Against Porto

Watford captain Troy Deeney is unveiled as the newest member of the talkSPORT Breakfast team and revealed how close he came to joining a Premier League club this summer, his support for Paul Pogba and why Fred isn’t good enough for Manchester United. On the Sports Bar Jason Cundy clashes with a Manchester City fan after labelling Pep Guardiola’s side boring despite winning 3-1 in the Champions League against Porto, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reflects on a comfortable 1-0 win against Ajax, Simon Jordan slams Mesut Ozil after the German released a statement on being left out of Arsenal’s Premier League squad, Darren Bent believes it would be a ‘travesty’ if Aaron Wan-Bissaka decided to play for DR Congo instead of England, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho claims ‘no team plays better than Tottenham’ ahead of the Europa League clash with LASK, Trevor Sinclair supports Frank Lampard picking Petr Cech over Kepa and former Olympian Kriss Akabusi praises the work Marcus Rashford has done to help young schoolchildren receive free meals during the pandemic. 
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Is This Solskjaer Or Lampard’s Final Match?

The Middlesbrough manager Neil Warnock takes aim at PGMOL General Manager Mike Riley over the way VAR has been handled this season, Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti urges Jordan Pickford’s critics to stop accusing the goalkeeper of a premeditated foul on Virgil Van Dijk, Jason Cundy warns a defeat on Saturday for either Manchester United or Chelsea could be ‘dreadful’, Rangers pull off a memorable win in the Europa League against Standard Liege after Kemar Roofe’s sensational goal, Brendan Rogers praises his side after Leicester beat Zorya Luhansk recording their biggest European victory in the process, Jamie O’Hara warns Mason Greenwood over his rumoured ‘unprofessional’ poor disciplinary issues, Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder sympathises with fans over the cost of pay-per-view football, The Mirror’s Darren Lewis labels Sergio Aguero a ‘European great’ and urges Manchester City to hand the Argentine a new contract and Carlton Cole pulls off the worst Scottish impression on Breakfast! 
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“I’d Have Hasenhüttl At Manchester United Tomorrow”

Tony Cascarino queries why Liverpool didn’t try to sign Crystal Palace’s Wilf Zaha in the summer, Mikel Arteta isn’t happy with a disallowed goal as Arsenal lose 1-0 at home to Leicester City, Jurgen Klopp bemoans VAR once again after Sheffield United were awarded a dubious penalty at Anfield, on Darren Bent’s Boot Room Alex Crook admits he’d like to see Ralph Hasenhüttl as the next Manchester United boss, Steve McLaren gives Mason Greenwood some advice about his conduct, Andy Cole looks back at the final day of the Premier League season in 1995 when United failed to beat West Ham handing Blackburn Rovers the title, on Gameday Exclusive Reshmin Chowdhury pays tribute to Marcus Rashford MBE for his exceptional charity work, Sam Matterface questions the pay-per-view pricing structure by the Premier League and why it’s a ‘PR own goal’, Khabib Nurmagomedov beats Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 to become arguably the greatest fighter of all time, European expert Andy Brassell picks the bones out of El Classico and why Ronald Koeman is failing to get the best out of Antoine Griezmann and former England defender Stuart Pearce tells Jonny Owen & Friends about his unusual pre-match rituals. &#10…

"Lewis Turned Out To Be a Better Man Than I Ever Could Have Been.."

New talkSPORT Breakfast host Troy Deeney praises Marcus Rashford's efforts to get free school meals for kids extended, Lewis Hamilton's father Anthony tells us the story of Lewis going from a kid with a hunger for racing to the most successful race-winner in F1 history, Sir Jackie Stewart weighs in with praise for Hamilton but says you can only be the best of your time in the sport. A busy morning on White & Jordan leads to discussion about Manchester United underused summer signing Donny Van Der Beek with former Middlesbrough and West Ham midfielder Gary o'Neil and Lee Bowyer speaks about the takeover at Charlton and how it didn't see right for him to leave when times were tough. Ian Abrahams gets the latest from Riyad Mahrez and Jurgen Klopp ahead of Manchester City and Liverpool's Champions League ties tonight. England rugby union head coach Eddie Jones plays down the disappointment of the cancelled game against the Barbarians while former England flanker James Haskell says no one cares about the uncontested game. Brighton and West Brom share the points in talkSPORT2's exclusive Premier League commentary and Nathan calls into the Sports Bar to discuss Jose Mourinho and ends up …

"If He Doesn't Win, They Should Scrap It!"

The topic of Sports Personality of the Year was on the tip of everyone’s tongues. From Breakfast with Laura Woods and Darren Bent to Drive with Adrian and Goughie - the same two names kept cropping up. Manchester City eased to a 3-0 win over Marseille live on talkSPORT with Stuart Pearce praising their quick start in Europe. Ole Gunnar Solskjær and Scott McTominay spoke highly of Donny Van Der Beek ahead of Manchester United’s Champions League tie with Leipzig on Wednesday. England manager Gareth Southgate added his thoughts on Euro 2020 being open to a change of format and former Lionesses winger Rachel Yankee recounted the time she felt women’s football had turned a corner in popularity. Ally McCoist and Harry Redknapp praise the start to the season Harry Kane and Heung-min Son have both had - with Harry once again predicting they’ll be title challengers. Andros Townsend and Christie Garratt from FanShare speak about how inspiring Marcus Rashford’s school dinners campaigning has been. England bowler Mark Wood says Jofra Archer is misunderstood while Simon Jordan praised the legacy left behind by Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha on the second anniversary of the former Leicester City chai…

Have City Peaked Under Pep?

Dietmar Hamann says Manchester City have peaked under Pep and no other Champions League manager would be given the time he has been to bring the cup back to Manchester. Chair of the FA's Inclusion Advisory Board, Paul Elliott explains the new Football Leadership Diversity Code and Adrian Durham adds more female coaches in the male game into the mix. Jose Fonte outlines Lille’s plans to topple a weary Celtic while talkSPORT Drive suggest Neil Lennon is rightfully under pressure at the club. Warren Gatland looks ahead to the British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa in 2021 with talkSPORT2’s Andrew McKenna. David Haye bigs up Derek Chisora ahead of his fights against Oleksandr Usyk at the weekend, while Ian Abrahams chats to Mikel Arteta and Shkodran Mustafi ahead of Arsenal’s Europa League tie with Dundalk. Chelsea and Manchester United are both impressive in the Champions League and both managers are in good spirits, as you’d expect. While Simon Jordan responds to Frank Lampard’s comments about homegrown managers being shown more respect. And we end as Andy and Jason lock horns on the Sports Bar.. 
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Spurs Being All Spursy Again

Jose Mourinho suggests he’d substitute his whole team at half time if he had the option as Spurs lost 1-0 to Antwerp, we heard the fallout on the Sports Bar after the game. Former FA Chief Exec Mark Palios gives his thoughts on the letter released by EFL Chairman Rick Parry asking the Government for more support, with Simon Jordan giving his views on the matter - comparing the bailout for the arts to that of sport. David Haye can’t keep away - the former heavyweight champion of the world makes his second appearance on talkSPORT this week, closely followed by Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn ahead of the big Usyk vs Chisora fight this weekend. Marcus Rashford is on the tip of everyone’s tongue on the breakfast show as Alan Brazil, Ally McCoist and Jamie O’Hara debate whether the Manchester United striker is world class. Leeds striker Patrick Bamford speaks to Jim White about his explosive start to the season, his modest England hopes and backs Rashford for a knighthood while Hugh Woozencroft, Chris Iweulmo and The Mirror’s Darren Lewis discuss the FA’s new diversity code on Kick Off. Welsh sprinter Jamie Baulch has some harsh words for Christian Coleman after his 2 year ban for missi…

Coming In From The Cold

We have a very special Saturday edition of talkSPORT Daily for you. A chance to listen to the first episode from a brand new series 'Coming In From The Cold', remember you can listen to the entire series here: podfollow.com/coming-in-from-the-cold This is the story of Black footballers in the English game. This is our sporting history, this is yours. In this first episode we’ll be finding out about how Black players have been a fixture in the game since the very beginnings of professional football in England. We tell you the story of the first black professional footballer in England, Arthur Wharton, You’ll learn about a player called Walter Tull who was a pariah on the pitch - but a hero in the field, and how a Colour Bar existed for the England national team in regards, to a Plymouth Argyle striker called Jack Leslie. You’ll learn about people you may never have heard of, but you should know them. They are trailblazers and history makers. Players who made a place for themselves, and the Black and Mixed Race footballers who would follow them. 
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‘Pochettino Would Make United A Force Once Again’

After yet another home defeat in the Premier League for Manchester United talkSPORT’s Darren Ambrose reveals why Mauricio Pochettino should replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Gareth Bale reflects on his first goal for Spurs since returning to the club in the summer, after two incredible James Ward-Prowse free-kicks helped Southampton to victory against Aston Villa his manager Ralph Hasenhuttl heaps praise on the club captain’s versatility, former England keeper David James raises his concerns over Jordan Pickford’s emotional state after he was benched for Everton’s defeat against Newcastle, Manchester City’s Kyle Walker reacts to his match winning goal on Gameday against his boyhood club Sheffield United, Eddie Jones looks back at England’s Six Nations triumph at the weekend and on the Trans Europe Express Andy Brassell and Mark Langdon discuss Barcelona’s problems with their bloated wage bill.  
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Are We Watching Leicester City Mission: Impossible II?

Jason Cundy & Andy Goldstein clash with a caller on the Sports Bar over Brendan Rodgers’ future at Leicester City after the Foxes beat Leeds to go second in the Premier League, former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan labels Manchester United a ‘vanilla team with a vanilla manager’, Watford captain Troy Deeney and The Sun’s Neil Custis clash over Harry Maguire’s performances this season, Danny Murphy claims Harry Kane & Mo Salah ‘manipulated the referees’ at the weekend through simulation, Jurgen Klopp jumps to Salah’s defence and tells the media the Egyptian has a number of bruises after the win against West Ham, West Brom boss Slaven Bilic admits he’s worried about his players efforts after losing to Fulham, former cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew slams Deontay Wilder for his ‘insane’ comments about Tyson Fury, Darren Gough cannot understand the suspension of golf as England prepares for lockdown and Ally McCoist pays tribute to the late Sean Connery and recalls seeing the legendary actor dancing topless at a World Cup party in France! 
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Diogo Jota’s Goal-Fest, Pep Guardiola’s ‘Yawn-Fest’

Harry Maguire responds to Roy Keane’s recent criticism after the former Manchester United captain claimed the current players might get Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sacked; Darren Bent, Adrian Durham and Ally McCoist all agree that Mauricio Pochettino isn’t a world class manger yet as the Argentine is linked with the hot seat at Old Trafford, despite Manchester City beating Olympiakos 3-0 Jason Cundy labels the performance against the Greeks boring, Jurgen Klopp confirms that Roberto Firmino still has a place in the Liverpool first team after Diogo Jota’s Champions League hat-trick helped the Reds beat Atalanta 5-0, Ally McCoist & Tony Cascarino both raise their fears about being diagnosed with dementia later in life after Sir Bobby Charlton’s illness was made public, promoter Eddie Hearn raises his concerns over Deontay Wilder after the Bronze Bomber made some bizarre allegations about Tyson Fury and former Chair of the DCMS, Damian Collins, argues that outdoor sport should continue during the November lockdown. 
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‘I Love Solskjaer But He Must Go’

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer takes the blame for Manchester United’s abysmal defending after an embarrassing defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir in the Champions League, many United fans call into Kick-Off to vent their spleen to Hugh Woozencroft calling for the Norwegian to go, on FareShare Day current and former Premier League players get behind Marcus Rashford’s brilliant campaign to end child poverty, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho jumps to Harry Kane’s defence after the striker was criticised for the way he won a penalty against Brighton, Adrian Durham raises his concerns on how lockdown could affect kids with grassroots sport banned, John Barnes urges Jurgen Klopp not to start Diogo Jota against Manchester City despite some sensational recent performances and Hawksbee & Jacobs revisits some classic clips from 2007. 
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Harry Kane 200 Not Out

Simon Jordan and boxer Derek Chisora clash on-air after the heavyweight labelled the former Crystal Palace owner ‘arrogant’, with the Premier League set to scrap the unpopular pay-per-view scheme Jason Cundy slams the idea and wonders why fans deserve free-to-air football on TV, Harry Kane scores his 200th Spurs goal beating Ludogorets in the process live on talkSPORT 2, Martin Keown argues that Kane’s recent antics to win a penalty against Brighton should be considered ‘dangerous play’, Jamie O’Hara throws his support behind Mauricio Pochettino and claims that the Argentine is now in the top four managers in the UK, Gareth Southgate explains why he’s reselected Phil Foden but not Mason Greenwood to the England squad, on Drive Adrian Durham claims Chelsea have arguably the best pair of full-backs in world football and a TV reporter is nominated for Numpty of the Week on Breakfast. 
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Klopp: Premier League Schedule Is A ‘Crime’

After Manchester City and Liverpool drew 1-1 in the Premier League both Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola condemn the condensed Premier League schedule, Ollie Watkins revels in scoring two goals against Arsenal as Aston Villa demolish Mikel Arteta’s side 3-0 at the Emirates, Trevor Sinclair claims the Manchester United players are still ‘fighting’ for manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Tyson Fury talks exclusively to Fight Night and believes that Deontay Wilder has ‘lost his marbles’, Gareth A Davies slams Simon Jordan for criticising Derek Chisora last week, Spurs boss Jose Mourinho praises Harry Kane after the England captain scored his 150th Premier League goal to help Tottenham beat West Brom, Gabby Agbonlahor & David Connolly pan Fulham’s Ademola Lookman for his panenka penalty miss against West Ham, a Leeds fan wants to see Marcelo Bielsa replaced with Sam Allardyce and Ray Parlour recalls the time he put the phone down on an England manager after receiving a call-up to the national side.  
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Arsenal & Mikel Arteta’s Identity Crisis

After another weekend to forget for VAR Andy Townsend calls for match day officials to go on strike, despite Manchester United winning at Everton Simon Jordan still has issues with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer leading the club to glory, two Arsenal fans clash over Mikel Arteta with one stating the Spaniard has ‘lost the dressing room’ and Jason Cundy claims that the Gunners are suffering from an ‘identity crisis’, Troy Deeney backs Harry Kane to surpass Alan Shearer’s Premier League goal scoring record, Roy Hodgson reveals his sympathy with the top clubs and the need for extra substitutes in the Premier League and Danny Murphy joins the list of pundits to criticise Fulham’s Ademola Lookman after his panenka penalty miss. 
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Carragher: Drop Firmino & United Must Sell Pogba

Jamie Carragher urges Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp to drop Roberto Firmino and claims that Manchester United should sell Paul Pogba, Andros Townsend tells Breakfast that Mauricio Pochettino would be the ‘perfect’ fit for United, Tyrone Mings calls for more education after FA Chairman Greg Clarke resigned following a remark about black footballers at a DCMS hearing, the former European Bantamweight champion Spencer Oliver recalls his final fight in 1998 which left him in a coma forcing him to retire after taking on Sergey Devakov at the Royal Albert Hall, Carragher and Townsend disagree over the potential increase in Premier League substitutes, Jude Bellingham’s former coach Mike Dodds tells talkSPORT 2 why the new Borussia Dortmund player will expect to play for England this week after he received his first senior call-up and Lee Dixon defends Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s form at Arsenal.   
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Is Cristiano Ronaldo Off To Wolverhampton Wanderers?

England manager Gareth Southgate has worrying news concerning Joe Gomez after the Liverpool defender was injured during training, Watford skipper Troy Deeney backs Paul Elliott to be promoted to the FA board labelling the upgrade a ‘no brainer’, on Drive the potential move of Cristiano Ronaldo to Wolves is deemed not impossible due to the club’s Portuguese connections, Scotland manager Steve Clarke & Andy Robertson get ready for the country’s biggest match in 22 years as they take on Serbia in the Nations League Play-Off Final, Simon Jordan recalls the times he’s been banned from opposition boardrooms, West Ham skipper Mark Noble claims the club are ‘moving in the right direction’ and praises the work boss David Moyes is doing and Hawksbee & Jacobs delve into some classic talkSPORT bloopers from 2007. 
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Marshall Ends Scotland’s 22 Years Of Hurt

Scotland qualify for Euro 2020 after a dramatic penalty shootout victory against Serbia, Chris Iwelumo claims Steve Clarke’s side will ‘go down in history’, former captain Darren Fletcher praises a brilliant performance, England captain Harry Maguire reflects on a ‘dream’ appearance  after scoring in a 3-0 win against Republic of Ireland, Jack Grealish admits he has a ‘great relationship’ with manager Gareth Southgate after the Aston Villa skipper put in a man-of-the-match display, heavyweight champion Tyson Fury tells Breakfast that he could fight Anthony Joshua twice next year, John Hartson recalls his infamous training ground bust-up with West Ham teammate Eyal Berkovic, Danny Murphy has a surprise solution to Jurgen Klopp’s defensive problems, the former Arsenal player Perry Groves reflects on the time he had a staring contest with a panther and England head coach Eddie Jones hopes his team can put a smile on fans faces during the Autumn Nations Cup. 
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Lewis Hamilton’s Magnificent Seven

Despite England’s defeat against Belgium in the Nations League Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish puts in a stellar performance earning the praise of manager Gareth Southgate and talkSPORT Analyst Stuart Pearce, pundits laud Lewis Hamilton after winning his 7th Formula 1 World title matching Michael Schumacher’s record, Alan Brazil & David James pay tribute to Ray Clemence after the former England goalkeeper passed away aged 72, Theo Walcott reveals the reason he re-joined his boyhood club Southampton, Tony Cascarino criticises Eden Hazard for not fulfilling his potential claiming he could be a ‘legend’, Gabby Agbonlahor backs Wayne Rooney to become a manager after Philip Cocu was sacked by Derby County, on the Trans Europe Express Andy Brassell has a Euro 2020 scouting report on France after they beat Portugal and there’s another game of Ian Culverhouse in the Warm-Up. 
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Southgate Is The ‘International Solskjaer’

Simon Jordan labels Gareth Southgate ‘bland leading the bland’ after the Belgium defeat, The Mail’s Martin Samuel questions whether the England manager has ‘lost faith’ in his own players, John Motson & Troy Deeney both compare Jack Grealish to Paul Gascoigne, Glenn Hoddle recalls his memories of sharing a dressing with the late great Ray Clemence, Lewis Hamilton’s father hopes his son can continue to inspire the next generation after the Mercedes driver won his 7th World title at the weekend, Danny Murphy urges Derby County about the potential ‘risky’ appointment of Wayne Rooney to the full-time managerial position, new Sheffield Wednesday boss Tony Pulis reminds the media and fans about his promotion record with the club languishing in the Championship drop zone and Adam Catterall reveals some of his favourite battered food dishes.   
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Danny Mills: Jack Grealish, Is He All That?

Former England players Gabby Agbonlahor & Danny Mills clash over the quality of Jack Grealish and what the Aston Villa captain brings to the England set up, Max Rushden has positive news for football fans about the potential return of spectators to stadiums before the end of the year, Simon Jordan states that Lewis Hamilton should not be considered for a knighthood until he retires, The Mail’s Mike Keegan has news of a campaign to tackle football’s dementia crisis, Gareth Southgate reflects on what he’s learned about his players during the international break, Darren Gough recalls a famous visit to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Simon Jordan recalls the time Colonel Gaddafi tried to buy Crystal Palace. 
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Phil Foden Is The Stockport Iniesta

Phil Foden puts to bed his covid-19 breach after bagging two goals for England in a 4-0 win against Iceland, Declan Rice reflects on a ‘dream’ night scoring his maiden international goal, Michael Owen praises Gareth Southgate for creating a better culture than the ‘golden generation’ experienced, Sir Geoff Hurst suggests that heading a ball should be banned in youth football, Leicester’s Christian Fuchs forecasts a tight Premier League title race, Ally McCoist predicts Lionel Messi could become a Premier League player in the January transfer window, ahead of talkSPORT 2’s exclusive coverage of England’s upcoming tour of South Africa Moeen Ali admits he has struggled for motivation in recent times, Kieron Dyer recollects the time he had a half-time bust-up at Newcastle United and Hawksbee & Jacobs revisit some classic clips from 2008. 
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Solskjaer & Bilic Braced For ‘El Sackico’

Secretary of State Oliver Dowden reveals that fans could return to football stadiums before Christmas, Gabby Agbonlahor expects Lionel Messi to join Pep Guardiola at The Etihad after the Manchester City boss extended his contract to 2023, Wayne Rooney looks ahead to his first game as Derby Caretaker and states his desire to become a full-time manager one day, former Premier League referee Mark Halsey slams the current crop of officials and tells Jim White how they can improve, Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock questions why Northern Ireland played Paddy McNair when there was ‘nothing to play for’, Jason Cundy & Adam Catterall fear for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s future as they preview ‘El Sackico’ as Manchester United & West Brom do battle on talkSPORT and Darren Gough recalls the soul destroying experience of bowling at the legendary Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar.   
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Nicolas Pépé’s Moment Of Madness

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is still irked with his club’s injury problems despite dispatching Leicester City 3-0 at Anfield, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta labels Nicolas Pepe’s sending off for violent conduct ‘unacceptable’ after the Gunners drew 0-0 with Leeds, former Crystal Palace midfielder Darren Ambrose urges the Spaniard to build the team around outcast Mesut Ozil, Steve McLaren compares Chelsea’s Hakim Ziyech to Kevin De Bruyne, Darren Bent recalls the night England failed to qualify for Euro 2008 after an infamous defeat against Croatia, Gabby Agbonlahor slams the handling of VAR after Manchester United benefited from some ‘nonsense’ decisions against West Brom, Fulham manager Scott Parker bemoans another missed penalty after Ivan Cavaleiro slipped as Everton won 3-2 at Craven Cottage on talkSPORT 2, Tony Cascarino questions the benefits of using lighter balls in the fight against dementia and Andy Cole reveals the reason for his unique celebration against Barcelona at the Nou Camp back in 1998. 
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The Return Of The Fans

On today's talkSPORT Daily, Fans are finally being allowed to return to stadiums after Boris Johnson announced the inclusion of crowds returning after the end of the national lockdown in England. Andy Brassell expects Lionel Messi to join Pep Guardiola at The Etihad after the Manchester City boss extended his contract to 2023. Troy Deeney says Mezut Ozil is no longer an Arsenal player, John Motson gives his thoughts on the weekend of football and we hear from Simon Jordan and Tim Sherwood about spurs' challenge for this season's title. 
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You Can't Put Ronaldo On The Bench!

Chelsea are through to the knockout phase of the Champions League on the talkSPORT Daily today - get all the post match reaction. Plus, Darren Bent picks his best 5 a side from players who've played under Mourinho or Guardiola. Adrian Durham loses his rag with Simon Jordan over fixture congestion and we'll her from Joe Joyce's Manager in the build to his fight this weekend with Daniel Dubois. 
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A Tribute: The Great Diego Maradona

Join us for this special edition of talkSPORT Daily as we pay tribute to the legend and true football icon, Diego Maradona! 
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"Maradona And The Football Were A Perfect Marriage"

Tributes continue to Diego Maradona with Gary Lineker sharing a personal story of the banter between the two of them, thirty two years after the infamous World Cup quarter final, Arsene Wenger describes the marriage between Maradona’s feet and the football as he suggests th Argentine great should have apologised for the ‘hand of God’. Viv Anderson shares an encounter with Maradona resulting in an awkward, but hilarious lost in translation moment while the Golden Boy’s former teammate Ossie Ardiles emotionally talks about the legacy his friend has left behind. Napoli pay their respects to their famous number ten ahead of the Europa League tie in Naples, while elsewhere in Europe - Arsenal and Leicester qualify for the knockout stages with Rangers and Spurs not far behind. Celtic are out with two games to go, but that’s ok because according to Sports Bar caller Pat - most Celtic fans couldn’t ‘give a monkeys’ about Europe because they want ten titles in a row. Simon Jordan has his say on the first games to see fans back in stadiums, which are live on talkSPORT. Shortly after, super-agent Mino Raola hangs up on him over the row with EA Sports over image rights in FIFA computer games.…

Jurgen Klopp Blows His Top

Another weekend ends with an argument over VAR - this time it's Jurgen Klopp who's fuming after Liverpool drop points thanks to a last minute penalty from Brighton, their manager Graham Potter admits it was soft. It's a big weekend for Manchester's United and City with Ole Gunnar Solskjær comparing match-winner Edinson Cavani with United legend, Andy Cole. By a stroke of luck, the man himself was in the talkSPORT studio for the Sunday Session and gave his thoughts on the comparison before telling the story of United's infamous grey kit swap at The Dell back in 1996. There was a huge Fight Night on Saturday - talkSPORT had exclusive coverage as Daniel Dubois took on Joe Joyce and Mike Tyson returned to the ring for the first time in 15 years to 'take on' Roy Jones Jnr. Three days after starting their T20 series with South Africa, England wrapped it up by winning the second game by 4 wickets - this time Dawid Malan was the hero with the bat. On Sunday evening, former England opener Marcus Trescothick opens up about how anxiety and depression ended his England career on the latest episode of 'After The Lights Go Out'. While there's a lot of conversation around the link between headin…

VAR ‘Fun Thief’ Thwarts Aston Villa

Aston Villa fans call into the Sports Bar en masse to condemn another VAR controversy after losing to West Ham, Fulham manager Scott Parker praises the discipline of his Fulham side after a surprise win against Leicester City, Brendan Rodgers admits his players are ‘enjoying’ the busy fixture schedule right now despite losing, Simon Jordan criticises Jurgen Klopp over his recent tête-à-tête with Des Kelly, former Spurs midfielder Ryan Mason slams the football authorities for not changing laws regarding head injuries, Darren Gough recalls the time he played with a head injury for England at Lord’s, Adrian Durham thinks that Mikel Arteta isn’t getting scrutinised enough after another Arsenal defeat, Anton Ferdinand & Troy Deeney both encourage the FA & Manchester United to educate Edinson Cavani after his offensive social media post at the weekend, Sir Rod Stewart slams the behaviour of some Celtic fans after unrest at Parkhead on Sunday, former Cruiserweight champion Johnny Nelson advises Daniel Dubois how he can bounce back after his loss to Joe Joyce live on talkSPORT and Paul Hawksbee & Max Rushden discuss the best smelling footballers of all time! 
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‘If Derby Want Relegation, Appoint Wayne Rooney’

The former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan urges Derby County not to appoint Wayne Rooney as the Rams full-time manager, Jason Cundy defends Jurgen Klopp’s use of youngsters after criticism from a caller, Darren Bent raises his concerns over his old teammate Gareth Bale and his future at Tottenham, Aston Villa Chief Executive Christian Purslow criticises VAR as well as praising the FA for postponing their clash with Newcastle United due to an outbreak of Covid-19, Millwall CEO Steve Kavanagh urges the EFL to end the 35-year ban preventing fans drinking in their seats, Luke Griggs from Headway asks the football authorities to act now before it’s too late regarding head injury protocol, England romp to victory against South Africa winning the T20 series 3-0 live on talkSPORT 2, Marine manager Neil Young admits he cannot wait to take on Spurs & Jose Mourinho in the FA Cup and a listener gets his own personal draw recap from Laura Woods & Ally McCoist. 
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Solskjaer Fred & Buried By Neymar’s PSG

Manchester United fans aim their anger at manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after Fred was sent off in a loss at home to Paris Saint Germain, Chelsea’s Olivier Giroud bagged all four goals in a win against Sevilla as Jason Cundy backed the World Cup winner to become a first team regular, as fans return to grounds a Charlton supporter admits he left early with the Addicks losing to MK Dons, Lee Bowyer criticises his own fans after the defeat, Simon Jordan warns of a potential change to the Champions League that may have a seismic impact on domestic football in England, Gabby Agbonlahor reckons Jack Grealish won’t join Arsenal because of Piers Morgan, Adrian Durham tells Celtic manager Neil Lennon he shouldn’t be surprised by the current fan backlash, Jose Mourinho has injury news on Harry Kane ahead of the North London derby, two talkSPORT pundits back Curtis Jones to be a Liverpool first-teamer and Paul Hawksbee & Max Rushden bring us some classic clips of the week from yesteryear. 
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Jose Mourinho Questions Spurs’ Players Motivation

Former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan tells Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to ‘get his coat’ after Manchester United’s latest home defeat to PSG, Jose Mourinho criticises his own players despite qualifying for the knockout stages of the Europa League after drawing 3-3 with LASK on talkSPORT 2, Mikel Arteta thanks his own fans after Arsenal beat Rapid Vienna in front of 2000 supporters at The Emirates, Anton Ferdinand discusses watching his recent documentary ‘Football, Racism & Me’ with his seven-year-old son, Simon Jordan supports Tyson Fury’s Sports Personality of the Year boycott after the BBC ‘ambushed’ the World Heavyweight champion back in 2015, former Leeds defender Danny Mills praises Frank Lampard’s management ahead of the clash between Chelsea and Marcelo’s Bielsa’s men, talkSPORT’s George Sexton-Kerr goes behind the scenes at Charlton as fans returned to The Valley on Wednesday night, Darts supremo Barry Hearn reveals that 1000 fans will be able to attend each session at the World PDC at Ally Pally and they can even wear ‘crazy jumpers’ but not fancy dress, Wayne Bridge recalls a bust-up at Chelsea with Jose Mourinho, Jason Cundy fears for Arteta’s future if the Gunners lose t…

Mourinho’s ‘Happy Pony’ Still In The Title Race

Spurs manager Jose Mourinho hails his ‘amazing’ team after beating North London rivals Arsenal to go top of the Premier League, Mikel Arteta bemoans some familiar frailties which cost his side at Tottenham, after Wolves lost 4-0 to Liverpool Nuno Espirito Santo admits his players ‘abandoned’ the game, football fans return to grounds for the first weekend since March to the delight of all the talkSPORT pundits and the Millwall supporters who booed the taking of the knee are condemned by Kick It Out’s Troy Townsend, Wayne Rooney, Tony Cascarino, Natalie Sawyer and Adrian Durham. Andy Cole compares Jamie Vardy to himself after the former England striker scored a late winner against Sheffield United, David Moyes blames the Assistant Referee when a goal was given after appearing to go out of play as West Ham lost to Manchester United, Gabby Agbonlahor claims that James Rodriguez has been ‘found out’ and on Trans Europe Express Kev Hatchard and Lars Sivertsen’s preview Manchester United’s crucial trip to RB Leipzig! 
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Solskjaer’s Litmus Test In Leipzig

Angry Brighton fans are the latest set of supporters unleashed on the Sports Bar to complain about VAR after Southampton beat them thanks to a controversial penalty decision, Perry Groves runs out of superlatives for the job Ralph Hassenhuttl is doing at St Mary’s, Troy Deeney criticises the Millwall fans who booed the taking of the knee and confirms he and his Watford teammates would leave the field should they encounter racist abuse, Liam Rosenior encourages supporters who are against the taking of the knee to speak to him so he can educate people through peaceful conversations, Gareth Southgate praises world class Robert Lewandowski as England draw Poland in the Qatar 2022 qualifiers, Adrian Durham & The Times’ Matt Dickinson examine the vast number of problems Mikel Arteta has got on his hands at Arsenal, Darren Gough recalls the time a colleague had his box shattered after a blow from the fastest bowler of all time and Hawksbee & Jacobs bring us another edition of the Clips of the Month. 
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Manchester United Crash Out Of The Champions League

Manchester United are dumped out of the Champions League after losing 3-2 to RB Leipzig with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer labelled ‘out of his depth’ by Perry Groves, United fans clash on the Sports Bar with some demanding the dismissal of the Norwegian ahead of Saturday’s derby against City, a supporter calls Paul Pogba ‘the most overrated player in football’ with many presenters criticising the recent comments from the Frenchman’s agent Mino Raiola, Pep Guardiola declares that Manchester City will not rest players against Marseille ahead of the showdown with United, The Mirror’s Darren Lewis calls the suspension of PSG v Istanbul Basaksehir a ‘watershed moment’ after the players walked off after an alleged racist incident involving a match official, Millwall fans applaud the anti-racism pre-match gesture before their game against QPR at The Den, former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan slams Birmingham City for contemplating the future of their own academy, new Sunderland manager Lee Johnson says the club has ‘unbelievable potential’ with the Black Cats languishing outside the play-offs in League One and Paul Hawksbee & Max Rushden work on their Mark Draper stand-up routine. 
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Klopp’s Liverpool ‘The Luckiest In History’

Despite Mo Salah becoming Liverpool’s highest ever Champions League scorer Jason Cundy claims that Sadio Mane is more important to the Reds than the Egyptian, Adrian Durham states that Jurgen Klopp’s side are the ‘luckiest team in the history of football’, Rugby World Cup winner Phil Vickery admits his wife doesn’t want their son to play the sport due to the physical impact the game has had on others, The Sun’s Neil Custis calls for Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea to be dropped, Tony Cascarino thinks United’s full-backs are the problem for Ole Gunnar Solskaer, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho doesn’t think the Red Devils deserve a place in the Europa League, anti-racism campaigner Shaka Hislop & Trevor Sinclair call for more education after the alleged racist incident at PSG v Istanbul Basaksehir, Fight Night’s Gareth A Davies has some words of warning for Anthony Joshua ahead of this weekend’s heavyweight bout against Kubrat Pulev, Trigger Happy TV’s Dom Joly recalls the time he first met Ally McCoist and we discover which football club much loved puppet ‘Sweep’ supports. 
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Is Declan Rice The Next Bobby Moore?

Marcus Rashford declares that it wouldn’t feel right playing anywhere else other than Manchester United, Hollywood actor & West Ham fan Ray Winstone claims that Declan Rice could be a bigger Hammers legend than World Cup winning captain Bobby Moore, Adrian Durham questions Jack Grealish’s validity as the Aston Villa skipper after he breached another Covid-19 regulation, Jose Mourinho plays down Dele Alli’s disappointment at not appearing for Spurs in their Europa League win against Royal Antwerp, despite beating Dundalk Jason Cundy claims that Arsenal are the ‘worst team in London’, Tancredi Palmeri pays tribute to Paulo Rossi after the 1982 World Cup winner passed away aged 64, former Manchester United midfielder Luke Chadwick talks about car-pooling with Roy Keane, Ray Winstone reveals all about sharing the big screen with Leo DiCaprio in The Departed and Alan Brazil admits he’s riddled with boredom in the build up to Christmas! 
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‘We Need Big Sam Allardyce At Arsenal’

The pressure grows on Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta after a 1-0 defeat at home to Burnley with supporters calling into talkSPORT demanding he leaves The Emirates, both Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp criticise their own players after Spurs and Liverpool dropped points at Selhurst Park and Craven Cottage respectively, boxing writer Gareth A Davies confirms that the first Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury fight will almost certainly take place in the Middle East, there’s support for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer from former Manchester United full-back Paul Parker, a talkSPORT pundit admits the Manchester derby sent him to sleep during the match, Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers reveals the tactical first-half switch which helped the Foxes beat Brighton, Andy Cole admits he used to give Sir Alex Ferguson the ‘silent treatment’ when he was dropped, on the Trans Europe Express Andy Brassell dissects Borussia Dortmund sacking Lucien Favre after a 5-1 defeat to Stuttgart, Watford skipper Troy Deeney reflects on scoring against the club he supports helping the Hornets beat Birmingham City in The Championship and Sam Matterface urges Newcastle United fans to get behind Steve Bruce. 
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‘Gerard Houllier Was Inspiring, He Changed My Career’

Danny Murphy pays an emotional tribute to the former Liverpool manager Gerard Houllier who has passed away aged 73, Watford captain Troy Deeney has advice for other footballers and how they should handle abuse on social media, Simon Jordan isn’t happy with the punditry from Roy Keane & Gary Neville in the Manchester derby labelling it ‘cronyism’, The Mail’s Martin Samuel questions United’s direction and the ‘inconsistency’ with the coaching, Chelsea manager Frank Lampard states that fans should still be allowed into stadiums despite London going into Tier 3 from tomorrow, Laura Woods criticises Granit Xhaka for his behaviour which led to him being sent off against Burnley, former West Ham striker Dean Ashton defends Mikel Arteta, promoter Frank Warren claims that the Joshua v Fury fight will take place abroad and Jason Cundy slams Andy Goldstein for his poor timekeeping. 
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Bilic Braced For Sack At West Brom

West Brom are set to part company with Slaven Bilic today according to talkSPORT sources despite drawing 1-1 at Manchester City, an Albion season-ticket holder is fuming that ‘Wolves fan’ Sam Allardyce is the favourite to replace the Croatian, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard blasts his own players for losing concentration after they were beaten in injury-time thanks to Pedro Neto’s winner, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho swipes out at Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp after the German claimed that Tottenham have become a ‘winning machine’ since the Special One arrived, a West Ham supporter talks passionately about the mental wellbeing of the nation being affected as London enters Tier 3 leaving even more fans unable to visit sporting arenas, Darren Bent makes a severe U-turn on Mikel Arteta claiming the Arsenal players have ‘switched off’ to the Spaniard’s methods, former England midfielder Danny Murphy warns Jack Grealish that he might be on his final warning with manager Gareth Southgate after his latest misdemeanour, with Premier League clubs set to introduce concussion substitutes the former England & Arsenal physio Gary Lewin warns of the potential ‘tactical misuse’ that might creep in, for…

Mourinho: The Best Team Lost At Anfield

Roberto Firmino scores a last minute winner against Spurs to send Liverpool top of the Premier League leaving Jose Mourinho angry at the touchline antics of Jurgen Klopp, Arsenal draw with Southampton but finish the game with ten-men once again with Jason Cundy blaming Mikel Arteta for the lack of discipline, as Everton jump up to 5th Carlo Ancelotti claims that is where the Toffees want to be as they attempt to get into Europe, after West Brom confirmed the appointment of Sam Allardyce as manager Carlton Cole confirms that Big Sam is 'no dinosaur' and has the experience to keep them up, having sacked Slaven Bilic West Midlands correspondent Tom Ross compares The Hawthorns managerial merry-go-round to ‘swapping deckchairs on the Titanic’, former Chelsea defender Mario Melchiot tries to help Frank Lampard squeeze all his attacking players into one system, Jamie O’Hara states that Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is getting ‘stale’ at The Etihad, Trevor Sinclair urges City to sign Erling Haaland, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises the way Dean Henderson progressed at Sheffield United as Dean Wilder comes up against his former stopper tonight, Adrian Durham wants divers sent off after…

‘Jack Grealish Is As Good As George Best’

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises his goalkeeper Dean Henderson after recovering from a first-half howler to help them maintain their perfect away record, despite dominating the game Aston Villa only draw against Burnley but a caller still claims Jack Grealish is the best he’s seen since one of the all-time greats, new West Brom manager Sam Allardyce talks exclusively to Jim White and reveals his plans in the transfer window, Simon Jordan claims that the media have an agenda against Jose Mourinho, multiple league winner with Liverpool Mark Lawrenson states that the new FIFA Coach of the Year Jurgen Klopp ‘looks unhappy with football’, Arsenal legend David Seaman urges the board at The Emirates to back Mikel Arteta, Gabby Agbonlahor defends Theo Walcott after he celebrated against his old club, Fulham boss Scott Parker explains why he voted against the proposed five substitutes rule and Jason Cundy auditions to replace Rachel Riley on Countdown. 
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“Bruno Fernandes’ Impact As Big As Cantona”

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer lauds Scott McTominay after he bagged a brace in the 6-2 thrashing of Leeds United, a talkSPORT pundit claims he’d rather have Bruno Fernandes over Kevin De Bruyne, Leeds’ striker Patrick Bamford admits he’s glad there weren’t any fans at Old Trafford to witness the match, Jose Mourinho seemingly writes off Tottenham’s chances of winning the Premier League after losing at home to Leicester City, new West Brom manager Sam Allardyce isn’t impressed with his players after a 3-0 beating at home to Aston Villa, Gabby Agbonlahor predicts that this current Liverpool side could dominate English football for years after Jurgen Klopp’s men hammered Crystal Palace 7-0 at Selhurst Park, former Arsenal midfielder Perry Groves worries for Mikel Arteta claiming the Spaniard has lost his ‘thought process’, Luton manager Nathan Jones bemoans the new Tier 4 ruling which means most clubs won’t have fans in stadiums again in 2020, 25 years after the ‘Bosman’ ruling Andy Brassell believes we may see the development of the ‘freelance footballer’, on Paul Ross’ Extra Time there’s the reaction to Lewis Hamilton winning the Sports Personality Award and there’…

Mikel Arteta, Is He All Stat?

Simon Jordan & Adrian Durham both write off Manchester United’s chances of winning the Premier League this year, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta makes a confusing comment justifying the Gunners recent form much to the ire of The Mail on Sunday’s Olly Holt, Watford captain Troy Deeney explains how he discovered he’d been dropped for the defeat to Huddersfield eventually leading to manager Vladimir Ivic getting sacked, Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham bags two goals as Frank Lampard’s side claim bragging rights over London rivals West Ham, Burnley beat Wolves and climb out of the bottom three much to the relief of Clarets manager Sean Dyche, Liverpool Under-23s coach Gary O’Neil plays down any issues affecting Sadio Mane & Mo Salah due to the lack of game time at Anfield, there’s news of how the recent dementia issue within football has already reduced heading during youth level practice and there’s hair advice from a caller for Simon Jordan. 
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“Steve Bruce Needs To Go Tonight”

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola urges the Arsenal board to back Mikel Arteta after the Gunners were dumped out of the Carabao Cup at The Emirates, an Arsenal fan admits his kids are now actively being encouraged to support rivals Chelsea, Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo is heavily criticised for openly knocking referee Lee Mason after losing to Burnley, a Newcastle United supporter wants Steve Bruce dismissed after Brentford knocked the Magpies out of the Cup, Thomas Frank declares the win one of the biggest in the Bees’ history, Everton Assistant Davide Ancelotti compares Dominic Calvert-Lewin to Cristiano Ronaldo, Portsmouth CEO Mark Catlin urges the EFL to make Covid-19 testing mandatory for players, Darren Bent ‘reminisces’ about the strict diet inflicted on the Spurs players under Juande Ramos, Jose Mourinho demands the authorities take action over Stoke’s away dressing room after Neil Warnock’s ‘pigsty’ comments and Ally McCoist recalls the time he grew a mullet! 
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Cavani Strikes After ‘Bizarre’ Mina Altercation

Despite knocking Everton out of the Carabao Cup Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer still isn’t happy with the upcoming Premier League fixture schedule, there are calls for goal scorer Edinson Cavani to be suspended after his altercation with Yerry Mina, Jose Mourinho is angry with Dele Alli after his mistake led to Stoke scoring but Tottenham still advanced to the semis, Martin Keown labels Arsenal a ‘club in crisis’ and that they’re ‘freefalling’ but still backs Mikel Arteta to fight relegation and Opta’s head of editorial, Rob Bateman, claims the Spaniard is using stats ‘the way a drunken man uses a lamppost’. Former Palace owner Simon Jordan offers support to Newcastle boss Steve Bruce with more Magpies supporters wanting the former Sunderland manager dismissed, after Kieran Trippier received a 10-week ban for betting breaches Trevor Sinclair claims the punishment is 'harsh', Frank Lampard reminisces about the old rivalry with the Gunners as Chelsea visit Arsenal in the Premier League on Boxing Day, live on talkSPORT and Jason Cundy vents his spleen over the ‘worst film of 2020’. 
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The BIG Boxing Day Preview!

Your Festive Premier League Preview is here with Sam Matterface, Alex Crook and Darren Lewis. Join us as we preview all the Boxing Day Premier League action. This week there's more problems than solutions at Arsenal, City eye up a place in the top four, big Sam wants to finish what he started and will Spurs suffer as they get thrown to the Wolves? If you enjoyed GameDay and want to hear more head over to: podfollow.com/gameday 
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A Tribute to Gerard Houllier

talkSPORT pays tribute to the late Gerard Houllier, following his death on Monday. Danny Murphy and Chris Kirkland are just two of a long list to share their memories of the former Liverpool manager. 
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Obsessed: Bielsa's Beautiful Game

We bring you a special now hosted by European football expert Andy Brassell. ' Obsessed: Bielsa's Beautiful Game' dissects the current Leeds United manager's career. From Argentina to Elland Road, Andy and guests reveal all you don't know about one of football's most talked-about characters. 
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Ray Wilkins: 'Our Dad'

A chance now to hear a special documentary on the legendary Chelsea, Manchester United, AC Milan and England midfielder Ray Wilkins. 'Ray Wilkins: Our dad' is voiced by Ray's son Ross along with his daughter Jade, telling the story of their dad's incredible career, with some lovely tributes and anecdotes from those who knew the great man well 
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The 2020 Verdict

The Verdict takes you through the greatest moments that sport had to offer this year, as many of the most famous voices from talkSPORT give us their highlights from 2020! 
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GameDay: Is Big Sam Yesterday's Man?

Your New Years Eve Premier League Preview is here with Sam Matterface, Alex Crook and Darren Lewis. Join us as we look ahead to all the premier league matches! This week; tough time for Frank, a pending apology, Graham Potter's strange squad selections and is Big Sam yesterday's man? If you enjoyed GameDay and want weekly previews, interviews, reviews and exclusives head over to: podfollow.com/gameday 
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Tommy Docherty: My Sporting Life

Following the truly sad passing of the great Tommy Docherty we listen back to a very special edition of My Sporting Life. Recorded back in 2012, hosted by Danny Kelly, we hear about the talented Former Manchester United and Scotland manager, from the man himself and those around him who knew him best.  
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Frank Lampard’s New Year ‘Reality Check’

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard criticises his own players after they were embarrassed at home by Manchester City, a Blues fan slams the lack of leaders on the pitch at Stamford Bridge, former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor suggests teams in the Premier League should forfeit points if their players flout covid-19 restrictions, Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers hints at a Champions League charge as the Foxes beat Newcastle United to go third in the table, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is urged by Perry Groves to support his young players after the Gunners won their third match in a row, European football expert Andy Brassell backs Dele Alli to make a move to Paris Saint-Germain after Mauricio Pochettino joined the French outfit, Gerwyn Price wins the PDC Darts World Championship live on talkSPORT and Andy Cole recalls the falling out he had with Kevin Keegan at Newcastle resulting in his record-breaking move to Manchester United. 
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Ings Stings Klopp’s ‘Toothless’ Liverpool

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp takes the blame after the Reds are beaten 1-0 by Southampton in the Premier League, an emotional Ralph Hasenhuttl admits the result is the proudest of his career, Adrian Durham blasts Pep Guardiola for defending Benjamin Mendy after he breached covid-19 regulations, The Mail’s Olly Holt fears that anymore misdemeanours by top flight players might see the season scrapped, Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola backs his old teammate Frank Lampard to turn things around at Stamford Bridge, Ally McCoist believes Manchester United are definite title contenders, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho claims that the League Cup is as important as all other competitions ahead of tonight’s semi-final against Championship side Brentford and Hawksbee & Jacobs look back at the one of the great Clips of the Week. 
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Mourinho’s On His Way To Wembley (Again)

Jose Mourinho closes in on his first trophy at Tottenham after beating Brentford in the Carabao Cup semi-final but still demands his players ‘improve’, Jason Cundy slams Josh DaSilva for his ‘horrendous’ challenge on Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Andy Goldstein clashes with a Spurs fan due to VAR controversially denying the Bees a goal, tributes are paid to the Manchester City legend Colin Bell after the ‘King of the Kippax’ died aged 74, Adrian Durham criticises Crystal Palace’s Andros Townsend for defending the current misdemeanours by some Premier League players regarding Covid-19 restrictions, Darren Gough remains perplexed about outdoor activities during lockdown, Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says his players have ‘no excuses’ ahead of the derby clash against City, Simon Jordan warns Ralph Hassenhutl about showing too many emotions after the Southampton manager cried following the win against Liverpool, Steve Sidwell backs Frank Lampard to succeed at Chelsea but urges his old teammate to ‘learn quickly’ on the job, the new Burnley chairman Alan Pace reveals the club will back Sean Dyche when it comes to transfers and a Midnight Train to Madness caller has a unique tak…

John Stones Becomes Pep’s Rock

Manchester City reach the Carabao Cup Final for the fourth season in a row with Jason Cundy stating that Pep Guardiola’s men are the best side he’s seen this season, John Stones scores his first goal in three years and claims the Citizens are back to their title winning best, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer denies that United have a semi-final ‘mental block’, a Reds fan argues the club are going ‘backwards’ under the current manager, Mark Saggers slams the recent Covid misdemeanours by Premier League footballers, Jamie O’Hara labels Jose Mourinho a ‘genius’ if he can lead Spurs to the Carabao Cup, Adrian Durham responds to Arsenal fans wanting a statue erected of Mesut Ozil with the German set for a departure to the MLS, The Times’ Matt Dickinson ponders the future of boxing with the ongoing battle in sport against dementia, Slaven Bilic speaks exclusively to talkSPORT for the first time since being sacked by West Brom and South American expert Tim Vickery suggests that Mauricio Pochettino got the PSG job to lure Lionel Messi to France.  
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‘The FA Cup Must Go Ahead’

Simon Jordan pleads for the FA Cup not to be scrapped with Aston Villa’s clash against Liverpool in doubt due to a ‘significant’ coronavirus outbreak at the Midlands club, Darren Gough once again urges the authorities to place footballers in a ‘bubble’ for the next six weeks, Adrian Durham compares some of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s post-match derby defeat comments to those of David Moyes, Emile Heskey relates John Stones’ recent redemption story to his own, Alan Brazil supports Mesut Ozil remaining at Arsenal without any chance of playing for Mikel Arteta, Jamie O’Hara stirs the hornets’ nest north of the border claiming Fulham could win the SPL, Morecambe boss Derek Adams reassures Shrimps fans that he won’t be daunted by the trip to Stamford Bridge as they take on Frank Lampard’s Chelsea, the Sports Bar reminisce about the FA Cup but Jason Cundy claims this weekend’s action will be a ‘hindrance’ to the big clubs and Andy Jacobs entertains us with some of his best gags in the Birthday Spread. 
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Bielsa’s Leeds United Bitten By Creepy Crawley

After a car-crash kept him out of action for over a year an emotional Nick Tsaroulla reflects on scoring for League Two Crawley to help knock Leeds out of the FA Cup, 16-year-old Tottenham substitute Alfie Devine receives plenty of plaudits after scoring against Marine in a 5-0 win, Newport manager Michael Flynn remains proud despite a penalty shootout defeat to Premier League Brighton, Chorley manager Jamie Vermiglio is ecstatic after an historic victory against Derby sees the club go into the Fourth Round, there’s split opinion amongst Premier League managers over a potential ‘circuit break’, former Aston Villa striker Tony Cascarino compares Arsenal's Emile Smith-Rowe to Jack Grealish, on the Trans Europe Express Andy Brassell & Lars Sivertsen discuss the potential for Erling Haaland to move to England, Jonny Owen recalls the time the legendary David Bowie played football against the Stereophonics and the former Millwall winger Jimmy Carter reflects on his ‘banana diet’ which backfired horribly. 
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‘Alli & Winks Are Too Good For Spurs’

Simon Jordan labels Nicola Sturgeon’s criticism of Celtic’s Dubai trip a ‘cheap shot’ as Neil Lennon and 13 players are currently self-isolating after Christopher Jullien tested positive for Covid-19, Craig Dawson writes his own piece of FA Cup history as West Ham sneak past Stockport to advance to the Fourth Round, Crawley’s Mark Wright reflects on his cameo appearance in the cup against Leeds United as the Sussex outfit prepare for AFC Bournemouth in the next round, Adrian Durham questions whether Dele Alli and Harry Winks might be too good for a Tottenham team managed by Jose Mourinho, a fan tells Drive that he actually loves VAR, Darren Gough slams Australia’s ‘embarrassing’ antics and skulduggery after only managing a draw against India in Sydney, Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer assures his fans that they’ve not ‘cracked it’ yet despite being on the verge of going top of the Premier League and Goldstein & Cundy attempt to become 2021’s answer to Chas n Dave. 
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Liverpool ‘Worried’ Now Ole’s Back At The Wheel

Paul Pogba’s volley helps Manchester United go three points clear at the top of the Premier League after beating Burnley, a Newcastle fan calls for Steve Bruce to be replaced by Eddie Howe after Sheffield United recorded their first league win of the season against the Magpies, Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti credits the lack of fans for the Toffees’ away form after they beat Wolves at Molineux, Fulham manager Scott Parker gets heavily criticised by Hugh Woozencroft after he voiced his anger at the short notice of the arrangement of tonight’s clash with Spurs on talkSPORT, Darren Bent urges the Premier League to copy the NBA and form a ‘bubble’ to get through the current lockdown, Australian captain Tim Paine apologises for his sledging of Ravi Ashwin but still gets panned for his attitude in the 3rd Test against India, Darren Gough defends the verbal jousting in cricket as long as it’s ‘funny’, a Chelsea fan questions Declan Rice’s price tag and Darren Bent recalls being omitted from England’s 2006 World Cup squad in favour of a teenage Theo Walcott.  
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‘Mourinho Is Playing With The Handbrake Up’

Jose Mourinho is heavily criticised for his negative tactics after Spurs threw away a lead against Fulham drawing 1-1, Dean Ashton hammers Tottenham for their ‘poor game management’, Manchester City scrape past Brighton leaving Pep Guardiola to praise Graham Potter as one of ‘English football’s best managers’, Adrian Durham blasts Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder for defending footballers celebrations as the Premier League guidelines encourage players to limit physical contact due to Covid-19, Simon Jordan defends Steve Bruce and suggests that the elite managers would struggle in the current climate at St James’ Park, Andy Cole claims that his old teammate Ole Gunnar Solskjaer won’t win the league this season but is doing a great job at Old Trafford, a talkSPORT pundit suggests that Everton’s victory over Wolves was a tactical masterpiece by Carlo Ancelotti and Sylvester Stallone’s brother, Frank, reveals who he thinks will win the superfight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. 
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‘Demote Celtic To Scottish League Two’

Jason Cundy warns Mike Arteta that there is still plenty of ‘deadwood’ to be cleared out at Arsenal after their goalless draw with Crystal Palace, Tony Cascarino criticises Christian Benteke’s ‘terrible’ goal scoring statistics, Adrian Durham condemns Celtic for placing their Under-18s on Furlough, Leicester’s Marc Albrighton urges his fellow professionals to be sensible with their celebrations but admits the new guidelines ‘spoil’ things for players, former Liverpool European Cup winner Steve Nicol admits he’s ‘worried’ ahead of Manchester United’s trip to Anfield, West Brom manager Sam Allardyce talks of his ‘desperation’ to get a win against local rivals Wolves live on talkSPORT, Darren Gough slams Sri Lanka’s ‘pathetic’ batting display after England seized control of the 1st Test in Galle, Spurs fan Paul Hawksbee talks of his ‘groundhog day’ experience watching Tottenham under Jose Mourinho and Theo Walcott tells an extraordinary tale about the night Fabio Capello resigned as England manager.  
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Klopp’s Reds Fire Another Blank

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rues a missed opportunity after drawing against champions Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp credits a ‘brilliant’ performance by his side despite going a third game without a goal, Spurs boss Jose Mourinho slams his own players for their schoolboy errors against Sheffield United, Chris Wilder admits he’s ‘struggling’ to understand why his side keep making mistakes, Manchester City’s John Stones reflects on a great team performance as well as bagging a brace as Pep’s side go second in the league after beating Crystal Palace, after Mesut Ozil landed in Turkey to sign for Fenerbahce a number of talkSPORT pundits reflect on a wasted talent in the Premier League, Andy Brassell has news of Lionel Messi receiving his first red card for Barcelona, Gabby Agbonlahor once again claims that Leeds United are in a relegation scrap, the new permanent Derby County manager Wayne Rooney believes his side can get out of the ‘mess’ they’re in despite losing at home to struggling Rotherham in the Championship, Andy Cole recalls the clique atmosphere when he was on international duty with England and Jack Leach reflects on his second five-wicket haul as England closed …

‘Steve Bruce Hasn’t Got a Clue’

Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce blames the fixture schedule after they were beaten 3-0 at The Emirates, Jason Cundy heaps praise on Arsenal’s young starlets and also claims the Magpies players ‘threw the towel in’, Mikel Arteta speaks publicly for the first time since Mesut Ozil left the club to join Fenerbahce, Adrian Durham states that Liverpool picking Thiago means they've gone from 'heavy metal to lift music', Jamie O’Hara demands more from Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes in the big games, Tottenham legend Glenn Hoddle claims that Gareth Bale is too ‘tentative’ and needs to earn his minutes on the pitch at Spurs, Danny Murphy is surprised to see former Premier League winner Danny Drinkwater move to Turkey, Darren Gough tells Drive that he expects Joe Root to improve as England captain after a fourth consecutive overseas Test win, the sole 'Barmy Army' fan in Sri Lanka reveals the unexpected chat he had with Root, the Sports Bar has news that defeat against Leicester may see Frank Lampard dismissed as Chelsea manager and West Brom boss Sam Allardyce believes West Ham are still benefiting from the job he did in getting them promoted ahead of the Baggies visit to the L…

Leicester Top After Beating Lampard’s ‘Abysmal’ Chelsea

Former West Ham striker Dean Ashton slams Chelsea’s ‘abysmal’ display against Leicester, Perry Groves claims Blues boss Frank Lampard has lost the dressing room, Brendan Rogers remains coy about the Foxes title challenge after going top of the table, The Premier League is investigating Robert Snodgrass’ omission from the West Brom match day squad after losing to West Ham, David Moyes urges his players to continue to climb the table after beating the Baggies, a Liverpool fan claims there’s a witch-hunt against Mo Salah, Simon Jordan claims Steve Bruce’s Newcastle players are a ‘pack of jokers’, Rangers legend Ally McCoist slams Celtic manager Neil Lennon for the recent ‘PR disaster’ at Parkhead, Adrian Durham backs Arsenal to mount a Premier League title challenge, Australia captain Tim Paine refuses to be drawn on speculation about his future, Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises the club for sticking by him after some tricky spells, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith reveals his delight at getting back to playing football after the recent Covid outbreak at their training ground and a talkSPORT presenter admits he has a passion for Peter Andre’s music. 
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‘Paul Pogba’s Got His Swagger Back’

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises the ‘brilliant’ Paul Pogba after the Frenchman’s sensational strike sent Manchester United back to the top of the league, on his commentary debut Troy Deeney urges United to start putting teams to the sword after narrowly beating Fulham, an irate Dean Smith slams the officials after a controversial ‘offside’ goal was awarded to Manchester City, the law is labelled ‘a joke’ by an angry Aston Villa fan, Darren Gough defends Chelsea boss Frank Lampard after some Blues fans turned on the club legend, Adrian Durham suggests that Brendan Rogers would be the ‘perfect fit’ as manager at Stamford Bridge, Simon Jordan claims that any club finishing above Leicester will win the Premier League, Gabby Agbonlahor advises Danny Ings to stay at Southampton with ever growing interest from Tottenham for his signature, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp reassures his front three that they will rediscover their form after the recent goal drought, West Ham coach Stuart Pearce talks up Michail Antonio’s England chances and the former Ipswich defender Jason Cundy questions Pele’s legendary goal scoring record!  
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Klopp’s Flops Dropped By Burnley

Jurgen Klopp takes the blame for Liverpool’s first Premier League defeat at home in 68 matches after losing 1-0 to Burnley, a Reds supporter calls for Klopp to go after drawing another blank in front of goal, the victorious Burnley manager Sean Dyche plays down the win and says the Clarets won’t listen to the ‘noise’ around them, Adrian Durham labels Manchester United’s form this season as ‘unconvincing’, Olly Murs calls into talkSPORT and tells the Kick-Off team that United can win the title, Darren Gough audaciously claims that he always knew Cristiano Ronaldo would be world number one goal scorer, the former Referee supremo Keith Hackett labels Jon Moss ‘arrogant’ after sending off Aston Villa manager Dean Smith against Manchester City, Chorley boss Jamie Vermiglio talks about combining being a head teacher as well as masterminding the potential downfall of Wolves in the FA Cup, Jamie O’Hara says that Chelsea’s Kai Havertz is playing like an ‘academy player’, promoter Frank Warren says that the eagerly anticipated fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will take place in May or June and there’s the return of the Midnight Train to Madness. 
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Ole’s At The Wheel, Klopp’s At The Drawing Board

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp assures the fans that his side are working hard to fix the problems after another defeat, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer salutes Bruno Fernandes’ work ethic after the Portuguese scored the winner coming off the bench in the FA Cup, Chelsea manager Frank Lampard tries to raise the morale of a ‘despondent’ Timo Werner after he had a penalty saved against Luton, Trevor Sinclair & Ray Parlour both slam Mikel Arteta’s weakened team selection against Southampton, Brendan Rodgers backs his Leicester side to have a decent cup run having dispatched Championship Brentford, Cheltenham boss Michael Duff reveals his pride after being narrowly beaten by Manchester City, Jose Mourinho distances Tottenham’s links with Danny Ings, Tony Cascarino urges his friend Steve Bruce to leave Newcastle United, the Trans Europe Express team discuss PSG’s Kylian Mbappe and Juventus’ Cristiano Ronaldo potentially swapping places and boxing promoter Bob Arum confirms that he will be exchanging contracts over the potential Fury v Joshua fight with Eddie Hearn this week.  
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A Stamford Bridge Too Far For Lampard

Harry Redknapp pans the ‘knee jerk’ decision by Chelsea to sack Frank Lampard, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho admits that it’s ‘brutal’ to see Lampard get the boot, Simon Jordan questions the ‘personal’ nature of Chelsea’s statement regarding the dismissal, Wycombe Wanderers manager Gareth Ainsworth tells his players to remain proud after losing to Tottenham in the FA Cup on talkSPORT, QPR striker Charlie Austin reveals that Manchester United almost signed his former teammate Virgil Van Dijk but chose Victor Lindelof instead, the former Newcastle forward Micky Quinn urges the club to sign up Eddie Howe as manager, Steve Bruce reassures the fans that they will survive the drop, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola labels Sam Allardyce a ‘genius’ ahead of the trip to West Brom, England captain Joe Root encourages his players to build on the series victory over Sri Lanka and on the Sports Bar there’s the creation of some new Mr Men characters. 
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Allardyce’s ‘Lock-In’ After Getting Hammered By City

Manchester City go back to the top of the Premier League beating West Brom 5-0 at The Hawthorns, Sam Allardyce keeps his Baggies players in after the game for a one hour dressing down, Simon Jordan warns Newcastle United fans about going into ‘decline’ and following Sunderland into League One as the pressure grows on Steve Bruce after a home defeat to Leeds United, Jason Cundy claims that Declan Rice and Tomas Soucek are the best midfield pairing in the league as West Ham climb into the top four, Ralph Hassenhutl urges his own board to spend to improve the Southampton squad after losing to Arsenal, Chelsea’s Mason Mount talks of his sadness about Frank Lampard’s dismissal, Darren Bent urges Lampard to take on his old England teammate Steven Gerrard in the SPL and become the Celtic manager, a talkSPORT pundit claims that Thomas Tuchel will copy Jose Mourinho and overlook some of Chelsea's British youngsters, former Manchester City defender Micah Richards writes off United’s chances of winning the league and Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder talks about their ‘nothing to lose’ game against Manchester United tonight live on talkSPORT. 
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Solskjaer’s Manchester United Shocked by Wilder’s Blades

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team selection is heavily criticised after being stunned at home by bottom-of-the-table Sheffield United, Trevor Sinclair slams Manchester United’s ‘birdbox’ defending, Chris Wilder’s ‘Championship funded’ side are heavily praised for pulling off their first win at Old Trafford since 1973, new Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel compares his position to a ‘late Christmas present’ despite drawing 0-0 with Wolves, a Jordan Pickford error costs Everton two points and Micky Gray claims the England keeper ‘let his teammates down’, Aston Villa boss Dean Smith bemoans a number of missed chances after losing at Burnley, Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp urges his players to become the side ‘everyone fears’ once again ahead of the trip to Tottenham, former West Ham striker Carlton Cole salutes the fans for sticking by the players earlier in the season, Craig Bellamy slams Steve Bruce’s defensive tactics at Newcastle United and Adrian Durham names ten midfield players better than Arsenal’s Thomas Partey. 
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Liverpool Win as Mourinho Slams ‘Individual Mistakes’

Spurs manager Jose Mourinho blames ‘individual mistakes’ after losing at home to Liverpool but his tactics get heavily criticised by pundits and supporters, there’s worrying news for Tottenham fans when Harry Kane is substituted off with an ankle injury, Jason Cundy urges the England captain to leave Spurs, Jurgen Klopp distances Liverpool’s chances of winning the Premier League title as Joel Matip also suffers an injury, Adrian Durham claims that this could be the end of the road for Jordan Pickford as England’s number one goalkeeper, Jamie O’Hara urges Manchester United to beat City to signing Diego Costa and Thomas Tuchel confirms he’s at Chelsea to win the title but former Blues striker Tony Cascarino slams the boring tactics deployed by the German in his first game in charge. 
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Magnificent Mo Salah, ‘Sad’ Spurs & Brilliant Bamford

Jurgen Klopp runs out of superlatives for Mo Salah after the Egyptian bagged a brace as champions Liverpool beat West Ham, some Tottenham fans demand that Jose Mourinho should be sacked after losing to Brighton, Mourinho admits his Spurs players were in a ‘sad’ place, talkSPORT’s Alex Crook urges the Portuguese to reinstate Dele Alli to the Spurs 1st XI as he confirms the England playmaker won’t leave during this transfer window, the Seagulls boss Graham Potter lauds his side’s performance as the best display during his tenure at The Amex, Ade Oladipo urges social media giants to do more to combat online racist abuse, Gabby Agbonlahor writes off Manchester United’s title chances after drawing with Arsenal, Leeds United’s Patrick Bamford talks up his England chances after scoring again as Marcelo Bielsa’s men win at Leicester, Kev Hatchard & Andy Brassell have news on Lionel Messi’s ‘leaked contract’ and Andy Cole recalls the time he received the ‘hairdryer treatment’ from Sir Alex Ferguson. 
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Will The Real Ben Davies Please Stand Up

Liverpool confirm the deal of Ben Davies from Preston as the Transfer Window closed and Danny Murphy believes it’s a ‘risk worth taking’, Everton complete the signing of Bournemouth’s Josh King, Simon Jordan claims that Gareth Bale is a ‘busted flush’ in the Premier League and Jamie O’Hara says his old teammate is ‘embarrassing himself’, Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden discusses the government’s plans to end online racist abuse, Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder hits out at some pundits who criticised his side’s performance against Manchester City ahead of the six-point relegation clash with West Brom, Baggies boss Sam Allardyce urges his players to avoid being crushed by ‘fear’, Adrian Durham slams VAR once again, the QPR striker Charlie Austin talks exclusively to the Sports Bar after scoring against Watford in a 2-1 win on talkSPORT 2 and Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford reveals the charitable work he’s been doing during lockdown. 
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Rampant Manchester United Humiliate Southampton

A stunned Ralph Hasenhuttl faces the media after Southampton are humiliated 9-0 at Old Trafford by Manchester United, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims the Red Devils are still searching for their ‘mojo’ despite thrashing the Saints, Mikel Arteta is angry with the sending off of David Luiz as well as a number of missed chances as Wolves fight back to beat Arsenal at Molineux, Chris Wilder praises the spirit of his Sheffield United players after beating West Brom in the Premier League basement battle and there are tributes to Captain Sir Tom Moore after the World War Two veteran and NHS fundraiser passed away, aged 100. Aston Villa Assistant head coach John Terry claims the Villains are now everyone’s ‘second favourite team’, Darren Bent compares his own exit from Spurs to the way Dele Alli has been treated by Tottenham, Liverpool boss Jurgen klopp backs his two new signings to write their own ‘Hollywood stories’, David Moyes explains his thinking in not signing a new striker at West Ham, England bowler Jofra Archer talks about his concerns of living in the bio-bubble ahead of the Test series in India and there’s an incredible finish to It’s Not a Question of Sport on the Sports Bar…

‘Pathetic Liverpool Have Run Out Of Gas’

Jason Cundy slams a ‘shocking’ Liverpool display after they lost at home to Brighton, Jurgen Klopp admits the champions weren’t ‘mentally and physically fresh’ after another home defeat, Graham Potter hails the Seagulls' ‘perfect’ performance, Premier League leaders Manchester City beat Burnley to record their 13th consecutive win, a West Ham fan urges David Moyes to sign up Jesse Lingard on a permanent deal after the Manchester United loanee bagged a brace on his debut against Aston Villa, Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers praises the impact James Maddison continues to have for the Foxes as they go third after beating Fulham, Dean Ashton slams the defensive set-piece frailties of Leeds United, Jose Mourinho hints at a possible return to first team action for Dele Alli but there’s less positive news for Gareth Bale, Simon Jordan still argues that Manchester United won’t win the league, Harry Redknapp backs John Terry to become the next Bournemouth manager after the Cherries dismissed Jason Tindall and Darren Gough recalls a memorable night out in Middlesbrough with the Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar. 
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‘Mourinho’s Career is Back at Base Camp’

Perry Groves slams Jose Mourinho for treating Tottenham fans like ‘they’re stupid’ after the defeat to Chelsea, more Spurs supporters call for the Special One to be sacked, Simon Jordan pans Gareth Bale’s ‘scandalous’ performances since returning to Tottenham, former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson claims the Reds played ‘like strangers’ in the shock loss to Brighton, the former World champion Darren Barker defends the proposed £40 pay-per-view cost for the potential Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury fight, Kevin Pietersen & Steve Harmison both pay tribute to Joe Root as the England captain starts his 100th Test Match against India live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2, Eddie Jones claims that Scotland have all the expectation on their shoulders ahead of the Calcutta Cup clash at Twickenham, Ralph Hasenhuttl confirms he won’t resign from Southampton after the midweek 9-0 drubbing by Manchester United and Jamie O’Hara recalls the time he was mistaken for a Hollywood actor. 
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Alisson Blunders Hand Advantage to City

Jurgen Klopp defends his goalkeeper Alisson after a horror show against Manchester City at Anfield, another Liverpool fan demands that the Reds manager is sacked, Pep Guardiola insists that nothing is won in February despite the Citizens streaming ten points clear of the champions, Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder bemoans another narrow defeat as the Blades lose to Chelsea, Faye Carruthers and a host of other talkSPORT presenters slam the sending off of West Ham’s Tomas Soucek by Mike Dean after he was dismissed for violent conduct against Fulham, former England goalkeeper David James claims that David De Gea isn’t brave enough, Gabby Agbonlahor deletes his twitter account in protest at the recent spate of racist tweets aimed at footballers, Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers win Superbowl 55 and former Charlton and Crystal Palace midfielder Darren Ambrose reveals how close he was to starring in the film Goal! 
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Is Liverpool’s Thiago Alcantara All That?

Danny Murphy defends Thiago Alcantara after a number of pundits had criticised the Spaniard for slowing Liverpool’s play down, Jason Cundy slams Jurgen Klopp for being too slow to deal with the club’s defensive problems, Noel Gallagher claims that Liverpool’s best years are behind them, The Times’ Henry Winter states that Manchester City’s Phil Foden is a ‘generational talent’, a Crystal Palace fan wants Frank Lampard to replace Roy Hodgson as their manager after losing to Leeds United, Adrian Durham speaks about dealing with online abuse after referee Mike Dean received death threats, Simon Jordan places a proverbial £150 million price tag on Harry Kane and it’s the Clips of the Month on Hawksbee & Jacobs. 
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Ice Cool McTominay’s Hot Streak Continues

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer heaps praise on Scott McTominay after he scored against West Ham to put Manchester United into the FA Cup Quarter-Finals, David Moyes is heavily criticised for subbing off his substitute Ademipo Odubeko, Jason Cundy labels Leeds United’s Marcelo Bielsa a ‘Championship level manager’, Simon Jordan defends the Glazer family after recent criticism due to a lack of communication with the Manchester United supporters, Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder & Jose Mourinho both offer support to Premier League referee Mike Dean after the official has received death threats online, Joe Root & Jimmy Anderson reflect on England’s  famous Test victory against India in Chennai on talkSPORT 2 and Gunners legend Ray Parlour urges the Arsenal board to support Mikel Arteta financially. 
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‘Hugo Lloris is Tottenham’s Weak Link’

Harry Kane is told to leave Spurs after they get dumped out of the FA Cup by Everton, Jason Cundy labels World Cup winning goalkeeper Hugo Lloris ‘Tottenham’s weak link’, Pep Guardiola salutes his relentless Manchester City team after winning their 15th consecutive game against Swansea City, Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers praises his players for their ‘great’ mentality, Bristol City manager Dean Holden slams VAR after a handball red card was the difference as they lost to Sheffield United, Adrian Durham urges Gareth Southgate to select both Jack Grealish & Phil Foden in the same England team or face the sack, The Sun’s Neil Custis questions why Manchester United bothered signing Donny Van De Beek, there’s news of Patrick Vieira being linked with the vacant Bournemouth managerial position, Thomas Tuchel reveals his love of the FA Cup ahead of Chelsea’s clash with Barnsley and Sean Dyche discloses what John McGinn actually said about his famous jacket. 
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Tuchel’s ‘Lucky’ Chelsea Scrape Past Barnsley

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel admits his side were ‘lucky’ to beat Championship Barnsley in the FA Cup, the Tykes boss Valerien Ismael rues the absence of VAR at Oakwell, Perry Groves slams Nuno Espirito Santo for fielding a weakened Wolves team after they were beaten by Southampton, Spurs legend Clive Allen admits that it’s inevitable that Harry Kane will eventually leave the club, former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren backs Mo Salah to finish his career at Anfield, Ally McCoist states that Manchester City will win the domestic treble, Steve Bruce reveals that Callum Wilson may be out of action for two months, Dean Ashton backs Carlo Ancelotti to get Everton into the Champions League and Steve Harmison & Darren Gough urge the England selectors to pick both Stuart Broad & James Anderson in the absence of Jofra Archer for the 2nd Test against India. 
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Solskjaer: We’re Not Giving The Title Away

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims that Manchester United are still in the title race after dropping points at West Brom, meanwhile Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp writes off their chances after another defeat at Leicester, Tony Cascarino criticises the ‘rash’ goalkeeping by Alisson, Dean Ashton warns Liverpool fans that things aren’t going to improve as they slip down the table with a number of players out injured, Gabby Agbonlahor urges Jose Mourinho to drop Hugo Lloris and give Joe Hart an extended run in the Spurs team, talkSPORT’s James Savundra investigates the current spate of abuse aimed at match officials, a supporter claims that Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa is a ‘myth’ after the defeat at Arsenal, a talkSPORT pundit states that this is as ‘good as it gets’ for Southampton while the handball decision against Ryan Bertrand is labelled ‘criminal’, Josh Maja bags a brace to boost Fulham’s chances of survival, Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti rues the absence of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and boxing promoter Bob Arum confirms that there is progress in the negotiations for the fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. 
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‘Klopp & Liverpool Will Be Back’

Timo Werner ends his goal drought after Chelsea beat struggling Newcastle at Stamford Bridge, a West Ham fan credits the owners as the Hammers continue their European push beating Sheffield United, Chris Wilder labels the defeat a ‘big step backwards’, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp confirms that he won’t be taking a break from football, Jamie O’Hara accuses Jose Mourinho of sucking the life out of some of his players, former Tottenham boss Tim Sherwood backs the Special One to win the Europa League & Carabao Cup double, Brighton manager Graham Potter reveals his future plans for the Seagulls and their recruitment policy, Ray Parlour claims that Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang could have been an ‘Arsenal Invincible’ and Hawksbee & Jacobs unearth some more classic Clips of the Week. 
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‘Liverpool Are At The Beginning of Greatness’

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hails his team’s performance after beating RB Leipzig in the Champions League, Stuart Pearce admires the ‘fear’ that Sadio Mane & Mo Salah put into defenders, Danny Murphy criticises Jordan Henderson’s leadership after his altercation with Thiago Alcantara against Leicester, ‘unplayable’ Kylian Mbappe all but sends PSG into the quarter-finals after decimating Barcelona with a hat-trick on talkSPORT 2, Simon Jordan labels Mason Greenwood a ‘once in a generation’ player after the youngster signed a four-year contract at Manchester United, Fulham manager Scott Parker reveals he's using Leicester 'great escape' as inspiration, Darren Bent backs Jesse Lingard to get into Gareth Southgate’s Euros squad, Micky Quinn fears for Newcastle United’s Premier League survival, former England batsman Nick Compton questions the ECB’s handling of Moeen Ali as the all-rounder ‘chose’ to leave the tour of India and some talkSPORT callers discuss their own unique culinary delights. 
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Pep’s Manchester City ‘Juggernaut’ Can’t Be Stopped

‘Ruthless’ Manchester City win for the 17th match in a row as talkSPORT’s Micky Gray labels Pep Guardiola’s side ‘poetry in motion’; Perry Groves hails Pep’s ‘masterclass’ against Everton, Fulham manager Scott Parker reflects on a ‘disappointing’ point after drawing at Burnley, a former Gunner warns AFC Bournemouth that appointing Arsenal legend Thierry Henry could be a disaster, Stoke City’s James McClean condemns the death threats he’s received on social media, Dean Ashton defends EFL Referee Darren Drysdale despite the official being charged by the FA with improper conduct, Heung Min Son denies rumours that Jose Mourinho has lost the Spurs dressing room, Adrian Durham reflects on the ‘sad’ demise of Barcelona, Simon Jordan questions why Manchester City would want the ‘burden’ of signing Lionel Messi, Ally McCoist plays down comparisons between Kylian Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo and Manchester United’s Mason Greenwood reveals how much he’s learned from Edinson Cavani. 
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‘No Bruno Fernandes, No Manchester United Party’

Jason Cundy slams Manchester United for being overly reliant on Bruno Fernandes despite beating Real Sociedad 4-0 in the Europa League, Gareth Bale scores against Wolfsberger in a 4-1 win for Spurs but the Welshman is still subbed off after an hour by Jose Mourinho, Rangers boss Steven Gerrard is unhappy with their defending despite a famous 4-3 win against Royal Antwerp, Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters remains hopeful that fans might return to stadiums this season, Ade Oladipo pans the ‘lazy’ critics who have ridiculed AFC Bournemouth for chasing Thierry Henry to become their new manager, Adrian Durham labels Erling Haaland the ‘complete striker’ and Danny Mills urges his old club Manchester City to sign the Norwegian, Ralph Hasenhuttl praises Thomas Tuchel for the work he’s already done at Chelsea and Jamie O’Hara defends referee Darren Drysdale after he was dropped from officiating this weekend.  
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‘Mired’ Mid-Table Mourinho & Spurs Beaten Again

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer backs Marcus Rashford to ‘get better’ despite impressing in a 3-1 win against Newcastle, Andrew Cole questions why Anthony Martial is being picked as a centre forward, Raheem Sterling urges his Manchester City teammates to carry on their impressive form after an 18th consecutive win, Jose Mourinho bemoans more ‘individual mistakes’ after Spurs lost to West Ham, David Moyes writes off the Hammers chances of reaching the top four at the end of the season, Ray Houghton & Steve McMahon contemplate a season without Champions League football for Liverpool, Gabriel Agbonlahor praises the tactical genius of Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti in the Merseyside derby, Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers lauds his players after an excellent win at Aston Villa, Dean Smith rues the absence of the injured Jack Grealish, Tony Cascarino criticises Thomas Tuchel’s decision to substitute Callum Hudson-Odoi against Southampton and Trevor Sinclair discusses the ‘art of the volley’. 
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Declan Rice: Mourinho Inspired West Ham

West Ham’s Declan Rice exclusively reveals that Jose Mourinho's pre-match comments inspired the Hammers players to beat Tottenham, Danny Murphy argues that Spurs would be higher up the table with a different coach, QPR striker Charlie Austin reacts to the ‘great news’ that football fans should be able to return to stadiums in May after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement, Brighton boss Graham Potter rues their missed chances after losing to rivals Crystal Palace, Jason Cundy claims Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool are in a ‘tailspin’, Simon Jordan defends Thomas Tuchel’s ‘lightbulbing’ of Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ben Stokes backs England’s rotation system ahead of the 3rd Test against India live & exclusive on talkSPORT 2. 
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Tuchel’s ‘Revolution’ Continues Thanks to ‘Superb’ Giroud

After Tiger Woods underwent surgery for ‘multiple leg injuries’ following a car crash the Los Angeles Fire Department has news on his ‘extrication’ from the vehicle, a ‘world class’ finish from Olivier Giroud helps Chelsea beat Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, Southampton are in a relegation scrap according to a talkSPORT pundit following a heavy defeat at Leeds United, European expert Kevin Hatchard has news on Tottenham rumoured to be interested in appointing Julian Nagelsmann, Simon Jordan urges footballers to be banned from playing Fantasy Football, Andy Townsend claims the lack of home fans at West Ham is helping the players and as Kevin Pietersen re-joins talkSPORT 2’s commentary team for the England v India series Steve Harmison recalls one of KP’s inflammatory celebrations as a player. 
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‘Dele Alli Is Back'

Manchester City beat Borussia Monchengladbach but their former manager Stuart Pearce claims that winning the Champions League will not define Pep Guardiola’s reign at The Etihad but Jason Cundy reckons this will be their best ever chance to win the famous trophy, Spurs boss Jose Mourinho admits he enjoyed the ‘headache’ Dele Alli has given him after he scored in the Europa League against Wolfsberger, however a Tottenham fan claims that Alli ‘sums up their problems’, Rangers legend Ally McCoist slams Celtic for their ‘arrogant’ obsession with winning ten titles in a row after Neil Lennon resigned from Parkhead, Darren Bent urges the Celtic hierarchy to appoint Burnley boss Sean Dyche, Tony Cascarino backs Olivier Giroud to replace Roberto Firmino at Liverpool and on his return to the talkSPORT commentary box Kevin Pietersen slams the England batting performance against India after they were dismissed for 112 on Day 1 of the 3rd Test, live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2. 
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Steven Gerrard & Rangers Working 9 to 5

Steven Gerrard is backed to become Jurgen Klopp’s successor after ‘unbelievable’ Rangers brushed aside Royal Antwerp in the Europa League, a Gers supporter claims they will win the Champions League next season, Jason Cundy warns that some clubs may now be put off chasing Brendan Rodgers after Leicester were dumped out of Europe by Slavia Prague, a late Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang winner keeps Arsenal’s season alive according to Mikel Arteta, Shola Shoretire becomes the youngest player to appear for Manchester United in a European game, Dean Ashton lays into the scourge of diving in English football, Adrian Durham & Jamie O’Hara urge Jose Mournho to ‘take the handbrake’ off and unleash Dele Alli & Gareth Bale against Burnley, a talkSPORT pundit backs Michail Antonio to get into Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2020 squad, Kevin Pietersen offers to help England’s batsmen after the tourists lost the 3rd Test to India inside two days on talkSPORT 2 and music legend Bonnie Tyler sings a duet with Andy Goldstein! 
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Solskjaer Unhappy With The Noisy ‘Influencers’

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits he’s ‘concerned’ about how referees are officiating Manchester United games after being denied a penalty against Chelsea, Jose Mourinho claims that Spurs now have the ‘best Gareth Bale this season’, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is relieved after beating Sheffield United, Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers concedes his side lost to a ‘fresher’ Arsenal team, Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson slams the fixture schedule and Trevor Sinclair & David James pay tribute to the late Glenn Roeder after the former West Ham manager died at the age of 65. Wayne Rooney reveals the inspirational message he gave to his Derby County players when he became the boss, Tony Cascarino argues that Manchester City’s Ruben Dias & John Stones might be the best ever Premier League centre-back pairing and Mark Saggers rants about Brighton’s disallowed goal against West Brom. 
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England ‘Could’ Host Euro 2020 Entirely

After Prime Minister Boris Johnson offers to host extra matches for the European Championships there’s excitement about a potential ‘repeat’ of Euro 96, Adrian Durham questions why Bruno Fernandes ‘goes missing’ in big games, Danny Murphy warns Harry Kane that it might be ‘now or never’ for a big transfer away from Spurs, Racing writer Emmet Kennedy condemns trainer Gordon Elliott after he was pictured sat on a dead horse, former Head Referee Keith Hackett calls on Lee Mason to ‘hang up his whistle’ after the controversy surrounding Brighton’s disallowed goal and Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo reveals the real reason Adama Traore covers his own arms in baby oil before matches. 
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Pep Steers Manchester City Through ‘Winter Hell’

In a talkSPORT exclusive England manager Gareth Southgate reflects on the ‘outstanding’ talent he has to pick from going into the Euros and draws on the comparisons between Phil Foden and Gazza, Pep Guardiola claims Manchester City have overcome a ‘winter of hell’ after dispatching Wolves 4-1 at the Etihad, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer defends referees despite the controversy of a disallowed penalty against Chelsea, Phil Thompson pays tribute to Ian St John after the former Liverpool striker died at the age of 82, Sean Dyche reacts to the criticism Burnley received from TV pundit Roy Keane and England batsman Zak Crawley expects another spin friendly pitch in the 4th Test against India live & exclusive on talkSPORT 2. 
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‘Manchester United Should Appoint Nagelsmann Now’

After another ‘boring’ draw Manchester United are told by a talkSPORT pundit to ditch Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and sign RB Leipzig‘s Julian Nagelsmann, Dean Ashton believes that a ‘frustrated’ Bruno Fernandes is on another level to his teammates, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta distances himself from rumours linking him with the Barcelona job, Jurgen Klopp reignites the ‘club v country’ debate raising concerns about the upcoming international break, Trevor Sinclair claims his old side Manchester City are on their way to becoming the biggest club in world football, Gabby Agbonlahor reveals the England XI that could contain both Jack Grealish & Phil Foden together and Ally McCoist ends the ‘Centurions v Invincibles’ debate. 
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‘Klopp’s Not Doing His Job Properly’

Liverpool supporters call for Jurgen Klopp to be dismissed after a record fifth consecutive defeat at Anfield, Perry Groves claims that Klopp isn’t showing enough leadership after losing to Chelsea, Jamie O’Hara defends Newcastle’s Matt Ritchie after an alleged ‘bust up’ with Steve Bruce, an irate Scott Parker claims VAR is ‘killing football’, Ralph Hasenhuttl is the latest Premier League manager to raise concerns about releasing players for the upcoming international break, Danny Murphy states that Manchester United have never replaced Michael Carrick, Darren Gough labels England’s batting ‘disastrous’ after being dismissed cheaply on Day 1 against India and Brighton manager Graham Potter reveals his annoyance at some recent performances. 
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‘Delightful’ Luke Shaw Helps End Manchester City’s Run

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises the ‘exceptional’ performance by his side in the derby but Andy Cole questions his former teammate’s reliance on counter-attacking football, talkSPORT’s Alex Crook questions Kevin De Bruyne’s role in the City side, a dejected Jurgen Klopp reflects on a sixth home defeat in a row for Liverpool, Spurs manager Jose Mourinho demands more positivity from Gareth Bale’s critics, Tony Cascarino backs Steven Gerrard to move to the Premier League after Rangers won the Scottish Premiership, Tamsin Outhwaite explores the growing influence of women in football, Fulham’s Scott Parker urges his players to maintain their focus after a famous win against Liverpool and Burnley boss Sean Dyche slams the new obsession with players screaming! 
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