Premier League return: Why it won't just be a 'World Cup hangover' affecting Qatar returnees
23 December 2022 - 18 minsEssential Football is back - and so is the Premier League after the World Cup break.
Looking ahead to the resumption of the top flight, Ron Walker is joined by mental performance consultant Mark Bowden to analyse why such a short turnaround may affect players over the next few games - without them even realising it.
Essential Questions: Chelsea & Spurs - will Pochettino & Postecoglou bring success at their clubs?
Ron Walker, Pete Smith and Sam Blitz discuss the fall out from this week's London derby between Chelsea and Spurs, amid seeming mounting pressure on both managers. Plus, they look ahead to the Premier League fixtures this weekend.
35 mins
3 May Finished
Essential Questions: Is Slot the man for Liverpool?
Ron Walker is joined by Sky Sports News' senior reporter, Melissa Reddy and Sky Sports digital football journalist Adam Bate to discuss the reports touting Arne Slot as Jurgen Klopp's replacement as Liverpool manager.
36 mins
25 April Finished
Essential Questions: Is Slot the man for Liverpool?
Ron Walker is joined by Sky Sports News' senior reporter, Melissa Reddy and Sky Sports digital football journalist Adam Bate to discuss the reports touting Arne Slot as Jurgen Klopp's replacement as Liverpool manager.
34 mins
25 April Finished
Essential Questions: Is Slot the man for Liverpool?
Ron Walker is joined by Sky Sports News' senior reporter, Melissa Reddy and Sky Sports digital football journalist Adam Bate to discuss the reports touting Arne Slot as Jurgen Klopp's replacement as Liverpool manager.
36 mins
25 April Finished
Essential Questions: Can Jim Ratcliffe get Man Utd back to the top?
Ron Walker, Peter Smith and Nicholas Wright discuss the current situation at Manchester United and consider whether Sir Jim Ratcliffe's investment in the club can help them return to the top of English football.
39 mins
11 April Finished
Essential Questions: Is Man Utd vs Liverpool 'must-win' for both sides?
Ron Walker, Peter Smith and Richard Morgan discuss the huge clash between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford this weekend, and consider whether both sides must win the game as the Premier League season edges towards its conclusion.
40 mins
5 April Finished