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Celtic’s 99th-minute penalty drama - was it one of Scottish football’s most controversial refereeing decisions ever? Plus, the latest on Michael Carrick’s Man United backing & Arne Slot on his Liverpool future. Boxing chat with commentator Adam Smith. Plus, Dave Allen previews his fight with Filip Hrgovic in Doncaster this Saturday night on talkSPORT.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the pitch, Southampton claimed a dramatic 2-1 victory over Middlesbrough to take on Hull City in the Championship play-off final on 23 May. But Southampton have been charged by the EFL with spying - so will this tie be decided by an independent disciplinary panel, rather than the players? Simon Jordan isn't convinced.Meanwhile, referees could be handed greater authority at the World Cup to crack down on penalty box grappling. FIFA officials are even exploring ways to award fouls before corners are actually taken. Danny Murphy gave his solution.Plus, Hull City owner Acun Ilicali looked ahead to their showpiece event at Wembley, even with the questions marks remaining over who their opponent may be.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spygate Latest - Could Middlesbrough lose and still make the play-offs? Will Chelsea beat Liverpool to Xabi Alonso? Have Spurs handed West Ham a lifeline? What next for Daniel Dubois? And Brad Friedel joins us 30 days from the World Cup.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Dubois is heavyweight champion once again after stopping Fabio Wardley in a brutal 11-round battle to claim the WBO title. We speak to Stan Dubois and legendary promoter Frank Warren for reaction to a defining night in British boxing.Plus, Arsenal move to within touching distance of the Premier League title after a controversial win over West Ham, with VAR once again at the centre of the drama.And in Scotland, Celtic closed the gap at the top with a huge victory over Rangers, leaving them just one point behind Hearts. Can they manage to get it over the line? YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan & Martin Keown Podcast producer: Erin Clifford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unai Emery walked into Villa Park and declared he was at Aston Villa to win trophies. It has taken a little over three years but Villa are nearly there and Gabby Agbonlahor wanted the world to know it.Meanwhile, Middlesbrough have made a complaint to the EFL alleging a man they believe to be a Southampton member of staff was spying on their training session, ahead of the first leg of the Championship play-off semi-final between the two teams. Could they really be kicked out of the play-offs?Plus, Hull City owner Acun Ilicali looked ahead to their tie against Millwall this evening, and Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler explained why he's extended his stay on the south coast.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook, and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paris St-Germain set up a Champions League final with Arsenal, while Villa and Forest chase Europa League glory. Plus, Top Rank President Todd duBoef on Zuffa and the Muhammad Ali Revival Act and Paulie Malignaggi previews Wardley vs Dubois.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined by award-winning American Sports Writer Alan Shipnuck to discuss his new book, Rory: The Heartache and Triumph of Golf's Most Human Superstar. Alan Shipnuck traces McIlroy’s evolution from a young Northern Irish phenom to a game-changing force. Rory brings to life the heartbreaks, triumphs, tabloid romance, business disputes and divisive politicking to fully define one of golf’s all-time great players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All the talk has been about Arsenal's Premier League title challenge - but is this now the Gunners' time to conquer Europe? After their 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid, will the "bottlers" now leave their legacy? We hear from Arsenal Invincible, Martin Keown.Meanwhile, as Morgan Gibbs-White races to be fit for tomorrow's Europa League semi-final, should more care be taken around his head injury, concussion or no concussion?Plus, with reports Phil Foden is signing a new deal at Man City, Danny answers the question of whether there is more to come for him at the club.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal take advantage as Man City stumble in a dramatic 3-3 draw at Everton, but was the bigger story City’s collapse or their recovery? Nottingham Forest stun Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge. Are they safe? We speak exclusively to Celtic manager Martin O’Neill. Plus, Ipswich chairman Mark Ashton reflects on promotion to the Premier League and Adam Smith previews Fabio Wardley’s heavyweight clash with Daniel Dubois in Manchester.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Villa left reeling after SHOCK defeat! Is Michael Carrick the long-term answer for Manchester United? We'll be joined by Hull's assistant manager Dean Holden to discuss his team regaining a top-six finish - Could they be in the Premier League next season? Leyton Orient's manager Richie Wellens was scathing about his players after a 2-2 draw with Burton - was this fair or over the line? YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface and Alex Crook, Podcast producer: Erin Clifford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's advantage Nottingham Forest in the Europa League semi-final as they got a 1-0 win over Aston Villa at the City Ground. Elliot Anderson was lucky to escape a red card for his challenge on Ollie Watkins and Gabby wanted to make it know.Meanwhile, will Arsenal extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table to six points and how assured can Manchester United be of being title challengers next year?Plus, tomorrow is the final day of the regular Championship season with automatic and play-off places still all to play for. Mickey Thomas gives his view on what has been another great few months for Wrexham.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook, and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was all square in Madrid last night, with Arsenal and Mikel Arteta left "fuming" at the referee's decision to overturn a penalty in the second half. Can they get the job over the line next week?Meanwhile, Scott Parker has left Burnley - where will he show next? And will Mykhailo Mudryk have any luck overturning his reported four-year doping ban?Plus, Thursday means boxing. Hear from former WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith on his move to Zuffa, and BOXXER CEO Ben Shalom, on Adam Azim and Chris Eubank Jnr's return to the ring.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White and Simon JordanPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PSG got the victory over Bayern Munich in their European semi-final in a 5-4 thriller. Were we all reminded of how beautiful this game can be?Meanwhile, it's going to be a spectacular final day in the Championship with so much still riding on the promotion places following last night's games.Plus, can Jack Grealish shake the unfortunate "lad" tag after being caught up in the papers once again?YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should Michael Carrick get the Man United job long-term after all but securing Champions League Football? Fury v Joshua is on, promoter Frank Warren has the latest. Managerial merry-go-round with Alex Crook. Steve Thompson MBE on the dramatic National League finale, the 3UP campaign and pitch invasions.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Arsenal ready to finally go all the way under Mikel Arteta?We break down the run-in and identify the side most likely to derail their Premier League title charge, while also diving into a relegation battle reaching boiling point.Elsewhere, Spurs end their 2026 winless streak with a narrow 1–0 win over Wolves, but is it a turning point or just a false dawn?And with pressure mounting at St. James’ Park, we ask whether Eddie Howe will still be in charge next season.Plus, we’re joined by Charlton vice-chair and EDI lead Paul Elliott to discuss the controversy surrounding Pristianni’s six-game ban. A case that leaves more questions than answers.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan & Martin Keown Podcast producer: Erin Clifford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tottenham Hotspur's fight for survival continues with a battle against Wolves this weekend. After Gabby predicted them to take 11 points from their remaining five games, we analyse where those wins are coming from.Meanwhile, Chelsea head to Wembley under the guidance of interim boss Calum McFarlane, following Liam Rosenior's midweek exit. Would a top performance reflect worse on Rosenior or the players? To help us break it down, we're joined by former striker, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.Plus, after 52 years as a Saturday staple, Football Focus takes its final bow at the end of the season. Former host Manish Bhasin reflects on its legacy.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook, and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea sack Liam Rosenior…what’s worse - Chelsea having a vision to appoint Liam Rosenior in the first place…or bottling their convictions by not seeing it through? And who next? Elsewhere, this weekend's Paris fight weekend was cancelled following Lawrence Okolie's failed drug test…Spencer Oliver joins us, along with Tony Yoka, who was due to face Okolie. Also, we speak to Former WBO Cruiserweight Johnny Nelson on his war of words with Naseem Hamed. Expect explicit language.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A furious Liam Rosenior accused his Chelsea players of lacking “desire, spirit and courage” as defeat to Brighton marked the club’s worst run of form in 114 years. Will the inexperienced boss get a chance to turn the club's fortunes around?Meanwhile, with 50 days to go until this summer's World Cup, a man who knows how to win the trophy, Emmanuel Petit, is in studio to relive his memories and give his characteristic take on his former sides, Chelsea and Arsenal.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Danny Murphy - with Emmanuel PetitPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frank Warren on Lawrence Okolie’s adverse VADA finding, Karren Brady’s West Ham exit, football finance expert Stefan Borson on Everton and Nottingham Forest’s European qualification issues, reaction to Gary Neville being verbally abused in the street and Nick Purewal, author of Sanctioned: The Inside Story of the Sale of Chelsea FC, on Abramovich v the UK Government over Chelsea’s £2.5bn sale fund.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's getting tense at the top. After back-to-back league defeats and Manchester City now breathing down their neck - is it happening again Arsenal fans?Meanwhile, are Chelsea staring down a season without European football and are there encouraging signs that Roberto De Zerbi can keep Spurs up?Plus, Coventry City will be in the Premier League next season. Hear from their former manager, Gordon Strachan, and current owner, Doug King.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Martin KeownPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa demolished Bologna and Nottingham Forest beat Porto in the Europa League last night to set up an all-English showdown in the semi-finals. Can both clubs successfully chase silverware while navigating their high-stakes battles at opposite ends of the Premier League table?Meanwhile, Liam Rosenior has received a seemingly tentative vote of confidence from the Chelsea hierarchy - but are Behdad Eghbali's words enough to appease fans ahead of a protest this weekend?Plus, Manchester City and Arsenal battle it out on Sunday in what could be a title-decider. Will it live up to the hype?YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook, and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal and Bayern Munich have secured their spot in the Champions League semi-finals. Whilst it's job done for the Gunners, the critics haven't been silenced. We ask why Arteta's side are still facing heat.Meanwhile, Manchester United defender Harry Maguire will miss Saturday's Premier League trip to Chelsea after receiving an additional one-match ban following his red card at Bournemouth last month. Is swearing at a referee a bigger sin than questioning their integrity?Plus, Spencer Oliver was in studio to round-up the big stories in the boxing world, with top trainer Joe Gallagher also dropping in to reflect on Frazer Clarke's defeat to Justis Huni on Saturday night.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White and Simon JordanPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool's Champions League campaign has come to a halt after a 4-0 aggregate loss to PSG. As the dust settles, the conversation shifts to an inevitable summer rebuild. Is Arne Slot the man to lead the transformation?Meanwhile, Andoni Iraola has announced he will leave his post at Bournemouth at the end of the season. Just how many clubs will be queuing up for his signature?Plus, we are joined by former Sporting manager Carlos Carvalhal, who gives the lowdown on what Arsenal can expect tonight against his former club.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds United secured their first league win at Old Trafford since 1981 last night, with a 2-1 victory over Manchester United. Is there no longer a need for Leeds to pull their hair out, fretting over Premier League survival?King of Kickboxing, Rico Verhoeven, joined White and Jordan in studio ahead of his fight against heavyweight boxing champion, Oleksandr Usyk in Giza next month, as he outlines his plans for the Ukrainian.Plus, Matchroom Boxing CEO Frank Smith stopped by to look ahead to Ben Whittaker's return to the ring on Saturday in Liverpool, and give us the latest on an AJ vs Fury showdown.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White and Simon JordanPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big questions at the top of the table...are Arsenal's dreams of silverware slipping away?A new era has begun for Tottenham Hotspur but can a struggling giant turn it around before it's too late?Boxing promoter Frank Warren joins us to discuss Tyson Fury's victory over Makhmudov and his demand to fight AJ next! As well as, heavyweight boxer, Richard Riakphore, who has come off the back of a victory against Jeamie TKV - who's next for him? YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan & Danny Murphy Podcast producer: Erin Clifford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa are in the driver's seat of their Europa League quarter-final after a 3-1 victory away at Bologna. Ollie Watkins found the back of the net for the 98th and 99th time as a Villa player but does he need to show more consistency rather than performing when there's a public point to prove?Despite the noise around him, Arne Slot maintains he has the "complete support" of the Liverpool hierarchy. Is he out of touch with the terraces?Plus, we're joined by top jockey Sam Twiston-Davies to get the inside track on what it's like to navigate the iconic Aintree fences on Grand National weekend.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook, and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Liverpool overturn their first-leg defeat to PSG and produce another famous European comeback? We’ve also got exclusive interviews with Celtic interim manager Martin O’Neill and Oleksandr Usyk’s former promoter Alex Krassyuk. Tyson Fury returns this Saturday against Arslanbek Makhmudov, with talkSPORT boxing pundit Spencer Oliver and former WBO cruiserweight champion Johnny Nelson joining us to preview the fight.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A stoppage-time winner from Kai Havertz keeps the Arsenal double dream well and truly alive. They've beaten Sporting in the first leg, so why are some still quick to question the manner of victory?In Scotland, Celtic have cleared the Green Brigade for a return. We look at the terms and if peace will last.Plus, joining us live in the studio, European champion Viddal Riley breaks down his weekend win and looks ahead to the next big challenge.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Maguire’s new Manchester United deal, Arsenal’s shifting narrative, Liverpool fan protests over ticket prices and Sean Dyche on management, player power and owners.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two weeks ago Arsenal were tipped for an unprecedented quadruple but back-to-back defeats leave the players needing a wake-up call. Meanwhile, Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk admits his side 'gave up' as they were knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester City. Joining us to react to that and more, former Liverpool and Southampton forward, Rickie Lambert. YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface and Alex CrookPodcast producer: Erin Clifford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Newly appointed Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi has apologised for offending some fans with his previous comments about Mason Greenwood whilst at Marseille. Did fan pressure create the need for a strategic retreat?Meanwhile, after Gabby's sharp critique of Phil Foden earlier this week, former England defender Rio Ferdinand had something to say in response on social media. Gabby sets the record straight.Plus, Liam Rosenior has taken a headline stance by suspending vice-captain Enzo Fernandez for two games following the midfielder's public flirtation with Real Madrid. Was he right to draw a line to protect the club culture?YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Alex Crook and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The financial reality of the Premier League is laid bare as agent fees hit a record £460 million. Are clubs being held to ransom or are the middlemen a necessary evil in the game?Meanwhile, Chelsea record a £262m loss - the largest in Premier League history. With the biggest spend on transfers and agents to match, what have they got to show for it?Plus, Deontay Wilder has accused Simon of misrepresenting their talkBOXING showdown ahead of his fight with Derek Chisora this weekend. Simon gives his unique response to the Bronze Bomber.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White and Simon JordanPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by Writer Rob Watson to discuss his book Fighting For Survival: A Manifesto for the FUTURE of Rugby League. Rob contends that the sport has been in an existential crisis since 1895. Just how has it survived so long, and what must it do now to stay alive and thrive? "Fighting for Survival" examines rugby league’s remarkable resilience amid such obstacles as government bias, military bans and scant media coverage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England's experimental week ends in defeat against Japan. Has Thomas Tuchel been left with more questions than answers ahead of his World Cup squad announcement?Over at Tottenham, Roberto De Zerbi has signed a five-year deal. Will he bring stability or chaos? Plus, we break down Marc Cucurella's interview with The Athletic as he holds the Chelsea hierarchy to account.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Roberto De Zerbi the answer for Spurs?  IOC’s new eligibility policy for the 2028 LA Olympics and what it means for the debate around transgender participation in women’s sport. We hear exclusively from Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner and are joined by BOXXER CEO Ben Shalom ahead of Wilder v Chisora.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Forty-four days and out: we break down the chaos at Tottenham following Igor Tudor’s departure—was this a necessary pivot or is the club officially in damage limitation mode? Over at the Emirates, we debate whether Arsenal are facing a genuine injury crisis or if Mikel Arteta is pulling a tactical masterclass straight out of the Sir Alex Ferguson playbook. Plus, light heavyweight star Willy Hutchinson joins the show to give Simon a much-needed reality check after proving him very wrong in Manchester this past weekend.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan and Martin KeownPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We break down a bittersweet morning for the home nations as England and Scotland are left to fly the flag alone in the USA.Turning our focus to Wembley, we look ahead to Thomas Tuchel’s England side hosting Uruguay and debate whether the crowd will heed the boss's plea to end the "boo-boy" treatment of the returning Ben White. Plus, we head to Joe Gallagher’s gym in Manchester to preview a massive heavyweight crossroads clash between the rising phenom Moses Itauma and the durable Jermaine Franklin.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook and Scott MintoPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We assess the World Cup play-offs and the home nations’ hopes, examine Everton’s potential legal challenge over Chelsea with Football Finance Expert Stefan Borson, preview Moses Itauma v Jermaine Franklin with Spencer Oliver and hear from Adam Catterall after his exclusive Conor Benn interview. Plus, Boxer Willy Hutchinson clashes with Simon when they discuss his lightweight bout against Ezra Taylor.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mo Salah has dropped the news he's leaving Liverpool for free at the end of the season. No doubt he departs a Liverpool legend, but is the mood turning sour? Meanwhile, Ipswich Town find themselves in the crosshairs of some of their own fanbase after Reform UK leader Nigel Farage used Portman Road for promotional content.Plus, it's been reported that missing out on the Champions League isn't a dealbreaker for Liam Rosenior at Chelsea. Is that believable?YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan, and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon weighs in on John Terry's social media post and asks whether political views should affect roles in football. Plus, Gus Poyet joins us ahead of England v Uruguay and gives his take on the turmoil at Spurs, Mark McGhee discusses whether anyone can challenge the Old Firm and Francis Warren previews Moses Itauma’s fight with Jermaine Franklin and what could come next.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester City comfortably beat Arsenal 2-0 in the Carabao Cup Final to win the first silverware of the season, but will the result have any impact on the title race? And, after missing out on winning a trophy, has the pressure ramped up on Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to deliver one this season? Plus, hear from City's matchwinner Nico O'Reilly. During the show there was breaking news that Ben White has returned to the England squad, but after previously withdrawing from the 2022 World Cup camp and making himself unavailable for selection, does he deserve to play for his country again? And, after losing 3-0 at home to Nottingham Forest, is this the end of the road for Igor Tudor at Tottenham Hotspur? Is it between them and West Ham in the battle for survival? YouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan and Martin KeownPodcast producer: Ollie Stevenson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England boss Thomas Tuchel has named a 35-man squad to give fringe players an audition ahead of the World Cup in friendlies against Uruguay and Japan at Wembley with Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ollie Watkins and Luke Shaw among the big omissions as James Garner earns his first senior call-up. We debate Tuchel's bold strategy - is it a stroke of genius?Meanwhile, it's a massive weekend at the bottom of the Premier League table. We preview the high-stakes six-pointer as Spurs and Nottingham Forest battle it out.Plus, the two top teams in the country face off for the season's first piece of silverware. Is this the start of an Arsenal dynasty, or will Man City provide a reality check?YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool march into the Champions League quarter-finals, but has Arne Slot truly won over the doubters? We also dissect Newcastle’s seven-goal collapse at the Nou Camp and ask whether Eddie Howe’s project is hitting a wall. Plus, we debate the rise of the ‘family agent’, with Max Dowman’s inner circle seemingly ready to take charge of his career. Then boxing comes to the studio as Spencer Oliver and Frank Smith preview Tyler Denny’s title defence, the latest on AJ and Callum Smith’s next fight.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal beat Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 on the night, and 3-1 on aggregate, to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League. But after many had questioned their 'bottle', have Mikel Arteta's side risen to the test - and shown that they are marching towards an incredible quadruple? Manchester City lost 5-1 on aggregate to Real Madrid, meaning boss Pep Guardiola has won one Champions League trophy in ten years at the club. Is this a good enough return for a manager of his calibre? Or, does it show just how difficult it is to win Europe's premier competition? And, after Chelsea were thrashed 8-2 by PSG on aggregate, has Liam Rosenior shown he has a lot to learn - and fast - as Blues boss? Plus, African Football Reporter for The Guardian, Osasu Obayiuwana joined to discuss Senegal being stripped of their AFCON title, as it was awarded to Morocco; and will it be down to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, or American President Donald Trump, to decide whether Iran plays at this summer's World Cup? YouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan and Danny MurphyPodcast producer: Ollie Stevenson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea are fined £10.75m and handed a suspended transfer ban over secret payments - Football finance expert Stefan Borson joins us to explain what it all means. Why did they do it, and have they effectively gotten away with it? Plus, we examine whether the Premier League’s punishment is consistent.Hosts: Jim White & Simon JordanYouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tottenham Hotspur scored a 90th minute equaliser to draw 1-1 at Liverpool... did the result and performance show they'll have enough to retain their Premier League status? Or, was it actually the worse case scenario, as interim boss Igor Tudor will now continue in his role? And, is Arne Slot's job at Liverpool totally secure? Chelsea lost 1-0 at home to Newcastle, but even the defeat was overshadowed by the players huddling around the ball before kick off, which referee Paul Tierney got stuck inside. Boss Liam Rosenior said the huddle was the players' decision, as they look to "respect the ball", but is this just performative nonsense? Plus, will Michael Carrick get the Manchester United job permanently after another victory? And, after 16-year-old Max Dowman became the league's youngest ever scorer after he sealed Arsenal's 2-0 win over Everton - which sent them nine points clear at the top of the table after Manchester City's 1-1 draw at West Ham - could he make Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the World Cup?YouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Simon Jordan and Martin KeownPodcast producer: Ollie Stevenson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa beat Lille 1-0 in the Europa League, but they were the only English side to win in Europe this week. What's gone wrong for the Premier League teams on the Continent? And, does the standard of the Premier League have to come into question? Plus, after fan trouble marred Villa's win, does it seem to be impossible for English supporters to be treated fairly when abroad? Tottenham Hotspur travel to play Liverpool on Sunday, but is their former chairman Daniel Levy really the person to blame for their plight? Arsenal and Manchester City are both in action this weekend as they continue to compete at the top of the Premier League, but how does this Arsenal side compare to previous league leaders after 30 games? And Brentford owner Matthew Benham reveals what he looks for in a striker. YouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Sam Matterface, Alex Crook and Dean AshtonPodcast producer: Ollie Stevenson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Premier League’s power was supposedly emphasised by having six sides in the last 16 of the Champions League but talk of its supremacy has been cooled after all of them failed to get a win this week.Whose second leg challenge feels the most insurmountable and can Chelsea get anywhere without an elite goalkeeper or experienced head?Meanwhile, Leeds have asked the Crown Prosecution Service and football authorities to crackdown on fan chants relating to Jimmy Savile by making them public order offences.Plus, it’s Thursday so we’re talking boxing, in the company of Ade Oladipo and Duke McKenzie with Queenberry’s Frank Warren and former IBF super featherweight champion, Anthony Cacace.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White and Simon JordanPodcast producer: Joe Alborough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel, who won a Champions League, two Premier League's and four FA Cup's in West London, savagely took apart Arsenal's style of football - with the key question being, will he be "sick" if Mikel Arteta's side win the league? Mikel also discussed the form of his former side under new boss Liam Rosenior, Jose Mourinho's comments following the recent racism situation regarding his player Gianluca Prestianni, and Nigeria's failure to qualify for the World Cup. Plus, after another defeat for Spurs, is Igor Tudor ruining the football club? And, did Newcastle miss an opportunity with their draw against Barcelona? YouTube: talkSPORT - YouTubeX: talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) / XInstagram: talkSPORT (@talksport) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White, Alex Crook and Gabby AgbonlahorPodcast producer: Ollie Stevenson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

West Ham reach the FA Cup quarter-finals after beating Brentford on penalties – is their momentum unstoppable? And is the Panenka ever a good decision? We hear exclusively from Celtic manager Martin O’Neill on the Old Firm trouble, Graeme Souness weighs in and previews Liverpool vs Galatasaray. Plus Iraq assistant manager Rene Meulensteen on his team's request for a World Cup playoff postponement.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTHosts: Jim White & Simon Jordan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.