Rice Sees Red | Haaland’s Electric! | Ten Hag Talks Rivalries
1 September - 43 minsVicky Gomersall and the Assistant Editor of The Mirror, Darren Lewis, are joined by Charlotte Duncker, The Times’ Football Reporter, to discuss all the talking points from the weekend’s football.
We start with Arsenal’s dropped points – and Declan Rice’s sending off – in The Gunners’ draw with Brighton.
Erling Haaland scored another hattrick for Manchester City, as they beat West Ham to maintain their perfect start to the season. We discuss if there’s more to come from Haaland and City this season.
Plus, Erik ten Hag talks rivalries ahead of Manchester United’s clash with Liverpool, we dissect Everton's capitulation against Bournemouth, and we analyse the summer transfer window.
Man City lose at Bournemouth | Enzo Maresca exclusive interview | Is Cole Palmer the best in the league?
Vicky Gomersall is joined by the The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Chief Football Writer of The Independent Miguel Delaney. We start by looking at Ruben Amorim’s appointment at Manchester United. Comparisons with Erik Ten Hag, Amorim’s charismatic media presence and the great work done at Sporting Lisbon. Next to the Premier League title race; after back-to-back losses in all competitions, have Manchester City’s injury list caught up with them? Are Arsenal now too far behind after their defeat away at Newcastle? And after beating Brighton to move to top of the league, Miguel thinks Liverpool are looking almost complete but considers a possible drop-off later in the season. Elsewhere, we consider the scrutiny on Julen Lopetegui as West Ham lose to Nottingham Forest. And Juliette Ferrington sits down with Ruud van Nistelrooy, who makes his desire to stay at Manchester United clear. Also, is Cole Palmer the best player in the Premier League at the moment? Darren talks of Palmer’s impressive vision and ball-striking ability but would still choose Erling Haaland over Palmer. Finally, Natalie Gedra interviews Enzo Maresca, who talks of honesty with his players and learning player management from Marcello Lippi and Carlo Ancelotti.
1 hour 1 min
3 November Finished
Arsenal v Liverpool early title race clash | Trent Alexander-Arnold interview | Vinicius Jr Ballon D'Or favourite
Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News Senior Reporter Melissa Reddy. We start by looking at the importance of Arsenal v Liverpool and the broader title-race; Natalia Gedra interviews Arne Slot, Patrick Davison sits down with David Raya and Harriet Prior has a chat with Trent Alexander-Arnold. Also, Darren questions Enzo Maresca’s public openness regarding the comments on Reece James’ leadership qualities. Finally, we have a look at the Ballon D’Or ceremony; Darren talks highly of odds-on favourite Vinicius Jr, believing the young Madrid star will win, despite the racial abuse he has experienced.
1 hour
27 October Finished
Ten-man Arsenal lose at Bournemouth | Arne Slot exclusive interview | Thomas Tuchel's appointment as England manager
Vicky Gomersall is joined by the The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports Football Chief Reporter Kaveh Solhekol to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We start with ten-man Arsenal’s loss at Bournemouth. Do Arsenal have a discipline problem with three red cards in eight Premier League games? Also, Manchester United’s win at home to Brentford and Erik Ten Hag’s accusation of journalists telling “fairytales and lies”. Elsewhere, we discuss Pep Guardiola’s future. Darren believes if Pep stays at City, it will be not for money but out of love. Plus, Mohammed Kudus’ red card in Tottenham’s victory over West Ham and Fabian Hurzeler boosting Brighton to fifth after a win at Newcastle. Patrick Davidson sits down for an exclusive interview with Arne Slot, talking Liverpool’s impressive start, living away from family and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s future. Finally, Darren and Kaveh give their opinions on Thomas Tuchel’s appointment as England manager.
1 hour 1 min
20 October Finished
Saka shines as Arsenal beat Southampton | Man City's stumbling victory against Fulham | Vicky's exclusive interview with Fabian Hurzeler
Vicky Gomersall is joined by the The Mirror's Darren Lewis and football reporter for The Telegraph Sam Dean to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We start with Arsenal’s home win against Southampton, with Saka making the difference in an unexpectedly stressful day for Arsenal. Also, City’s stumbling victory against Fulham, with Kovacic’s impressive performance in Rodri’s absence. And a look at Arne Slot’s flying start; have Liverpool’s opening fixtures been kind? Elsewhere, we discuss whether it would it be a betrayal if Ruud Van Nistlerooy got the interim job as Manchester United manager, if the club were to part ways with Erik Ten Hag. Plus, Vicky’s exclusive interview with Brighton’s young manager Fabian Hurzeler. And the German media’s criticism of Harry Kane. Finally, the news that Kick It Out founder Lord Ouseley died this week at 79; Darren sums up what he meant to football.
49 mins
6 October Finished
Man City draw at Newcastle without Rodri | Arsenal late win at home to Leicester | League-leaders Liverpool win at Wolves
Rob Jones is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sport's chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We start with Manchester City’s draw at Newcastle and how much Rodri’s absence played a role in the result at St. James’ Park. Do City need to buy in January? Elsewhere, we discuss title-contenders Arsenal’s late win at home to Leicester. This Arsenal team reminds Kaveh of Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United with their late winners; are Arteta’s team title favourites this season? Also, we analyse league-leaders Liverpool’s win against Wolves in our Saturday Night Football fixture. How good has Arne Slot been in his first six league games? And are Liverpool flying under the radar in the title race? Plus, we look at Cole Palmer’s record breaking exploits in front of goal for Chelsea.
39 mins
29 September Finished
Man United draw at Palace as Rashford starts on bench | Nunez magic moves Liverpool top | Pep discusses City’s fixture congestion
Laurie Whitwell of The Athletic joins Vicky Gomersall and The Mirror’s Darren Lewis to reflect on the biggest talking points from the weekend’s sporting action. We start with Manchester United’s goalless draw at Crystal Palace and the decision to start Marcus Rashford on the bench. Manager Erik ten Hag insisted it’s “just rotation”, but what do our panel think? They also discuss André Onana’s incredible double save to deny Palace a certain goal. Elsewhere, Darwin Nunez’s brilliant strike helped Liverpool move to the top of the table with a win against Bournemouth, but are they genuine title contenders? Plus, we hear an extended interview with Pep Guardiola – the Manchester City boss discusses the intensity of the football calendar, ahead of their match against Arsenal.
41 mins
22 September Finished