Synopsis
Welcome to The XS Manchester Football Social Podcast! Live from the World's Best footballing City every weeknight at 6pm the podcast is your place to catch up with our shows.With regulars Gary Owen and Micky Thomas, we also have 'The Forever Blue Show' every Tuesday with Ian Cheeseman and 'The Full Time Devils Show' each Thursday night for your fix of Red, Blue and everything in-between.Listen live every weeknight at 6pm on 106.1fm in Manchester / online at XSManchester.co.uk / Call 0345 111 7625 / Text 87711 / Tweet @XSManchesterYou can message the show here - http://www.xsmanchester.co.uk/radio/xs-football-social/
Episodes
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Barcelona confirm Lionel Messi exit, Man City clinch £100m Jack Grealish deal and Community Shield Preview
06/08/2021 Duration: 55minFeargal Brennan, Jim Salveson and Marley Anderson on duty to review an incredible 24 hours in breaking football news.Barcelona have the departure of talisman Lionel Messi after 21 years at the Camp Nou with La Liga refusing to allow his new contract.In Premier League news, Manchester City have smashed the Premier League transfer record with a £100m move for Jack Grealish.And the team preview what could be Grealish's City debut this weekend as the defending Premier League champions take on Leicester City in the Community Shield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Grealish on verge of £100m record transfer to Manchester City as Chelsea sees £85m bid rejected in Lukaku chase
04/08/2021 Duration: 46minTransfer talk is top of the agenda on Football Social Daily, as Harry Kane sparked debate by missing Spurs training. (Part 2, 15:11) Aston Villa have signed Leon Bailey from Bayer Leverkusen on the same day Jack Grealish is reported to be having a Man City medical ahead of a £100m transfer. (Part 3, 32:06) Romelu Lukaku was a Chelsea player for 4 years - now the Blues will need close to £100m to sign him back 7 years later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Harry Kane or Jack Grealish? Who would you rather have? Plus we predict the end of season League table
02/08/2021 Duration: 52minAnt McGinley, Marley Anderson and Jim Salveson on duty to discuss the latest Premier League news and transfer gossip.While Villa consider a £100 milllion bid for Jack Grealish from Manchester City, we ask if you can't have both him and Kane, which would you rather have, and who do City need?Jim and Marley share their predictions for the final table next season and you can join in with yours on Twitter @TheSportSocialAnd with Spurs set to find out their opponents in the Europa Conference League, and the Community Shield just days away, we ask, with seemingly more competitions than ever before, which Premier League clubs are least likely to win any of them, and end up arguing about another competition that doesn't exist yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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PSG prepare Paul Pogba bid, Arsenal linked with £75m offer for James Maddison and the 2021/22 Premier League relegation candidates
30/07/2021 Duration: 57minFeargal Brennan, Marley Anderson and Leon Blanche on duty to discuss the latest Premier League news and transfer gossip.PSG are rumoured to be willing to offer Paul Pogba a £45m route out of Old Trafford as Manchester United contract extension talks stall.Arsenal's spending spree could skyrocket with Mikel Arteta linked to a £75m bid for Leicester City star James Maddison.And the early candidates for Premier League relegation in 2022 with promoted trio Norwich City, Watford and Brentford tipped to struggle alongside Patrick Vieira's Crystal Palace.eH4c1EGiK3tBLta7iLg1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Manchester United reach Varane agreement, Grealish inching closer to City swap and Alderweireld leaves Tottenham
28/07/2021 Duration: 46minManchester United have reached an agreement in principle to sign Raphael Varane from Real Madrid for £34m. How impressive is this business? (Part 2, 15:00) Jack Grealish is growing closer to a Manchester City switch claim reports, and Spurs have sold defender Toby Alderweireld. (Part 3, 35:31) We speak to Team GB footballer Caroline Weir about her career and the women's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Wijnaldum 'didn't feel loved' at Liverpool, Celtic's Edouard linked with Premier League move and are football kits too expensive?
26/07/2021 Duration: 49minGini Wijnaldum won a Premier League and a Champions League with Liverpool. But the Dutchman has claimed he 'didn't feel loved' at Anfield. (Part 2, 18:31) The latest Premier League transfer news including Brighton being linked with Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard. (Part 3, 34:25) Aaron from the Sport Social podcast Talking Kit is with us through the episode, and we discuss whether kits these days are getting too pricey... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Kane and Pogba speculation ramps up, Smith Rowe signs new Arsenal deal and the Premier League golden boot contenders for 2021/22
23/07/2021 Duration: 01h02minThe rumour mill is running at full tilt and once again Tottenham's Harry Kane and Manchester United's Paul Pogba are the topic of conversation. (Part 2, 24:55) Arsenal have tied down Emile Smith Rowe to a new contract amidst interest from Aston Villa and Spurs' Heung-Min Son has penned a new deal. (Part 3, 47:35) Harry Kane? Mo Salah? Bruno Fernandes? Jamie Vardy? We take a look at the 2021/22 Premier League golden boot contenders with BoyleSports. (18+, T&Cs apply, begambleaware.org) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Man United closing in on Raphael Varane, Everton swoop with Andros Townsend and Asmir Begovic deals and Jurgen Klopp plans Liverpool sales
21/07/2021 Duration: 43minFeargal Brennan, Ian Brannan and Marley Anderson run the rule over the latest Premier League transfer gossip in the last 24 hours.Manchester United a rumoured to be on the verge of securing a deal for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane with Jadon Sancho's Old Trafford confirmation imminent.New Everton boss Rafa Benitez has been very busy this week with Andros Townsend and Asmir Begovic arriving in on free transfers with Demarai Gray also a target.Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp could sell up to ten players this summer with captain Jordan Henderson a potential shock departure from Anfield ahead of 2021/22. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Are Manchester United putting off Marcus Rashford surgery, Ben White heading to Arsenal and is Haaland going to Chelsea?
19/07/2021 Duration: 57minManchester Untied forward Marcus Rashford was expected to have surgery on a shoulder injury before the start of the Premier League season. Now manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has thrown that in to doubt. (Part 2, 21:36) We look at Ben White's imminent move from Brighton to Arsenal. (Part 3, 33:51) The latest Premier League transfer gossip including stories on Chelsea and Man City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Saka speaks out, who are the likely Premier League title challengers and could Tammy Abraham leave Chelsea for Arsenal?
16/07/2021 Duration: 58minBukayo Saka has spoken out after being racially abused following his missed penalty for England in the EURO 2020 final. (Part 2, 22:00) We look at who the Premier League title contenders for next season are likely to be. (Part 3, 43:19) The latest top flight transfer gossip, including a possible swap from West to North London as Tammy Abraham is linked with Arsenal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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5 Premier League players in EURO 2020 Team of the Tournament, plenty of love for Marcus Rashford and the latest transfer gossip
14/07/2021 Duration: 59minThe EURO 2020 Team of the Tournament has been revealed with 5 Premier League players in the side. 3 of those play for England, but there were also some notable omissions... (Part 2, 15:53) Marcus Rashford has received plenty of love over the past couple of days after missing a penalty and being subjected to vile racist abuse. (Part 3, 41:20) The latest Premier League transfer news including further rumours regarding Jack Grealish swapping Aston Villa for Manchester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Heartbreak for England as Italy win EURO 2020 final at Wembley on penalties
12/07/2021 Duration: 01h14sEngland were beaten by Italy at Wembley in the EURO 2020 final in heartbreaking fashion as the Azzuri won on penalties. Luke Shaw put England ahead early but the experienced Italians equalised and the trophy was decided via a shootout, where Rashford, Sancho and Saka all missed their spot kicks. Football didn't come home, but it did take England fans on a journey that will last a lifetime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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EURO 2020 Final - England v Italy preview
10/07/2021 Duration: 50minEngland v Italy. Wembley. The EURO 2020 Final. Will it be Sterling and Southgate or Chiellini and Mancini? We preview the biggest game for the Three Lions in a generation as they play in their first major tournament final since they won the World Cup in 1966. Will football be 'coming home'? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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UEFA charge England with fan misconduct, Mourinho defends Premier League record and Liverpool, Chelsea and Man City transfer gossip
09/07/2021 Duration: 44minUEFA have charged England for fan misconduct during the EURO 2020 semi-final against Denmark at Wembley, with a fan pointing a laser pen in Kasper Schmeichel's face during the game. (Part 2, 17:35) Jose Mourinho was sacked by Spurs, Chelsea and Manchester United. But in his new job at Roma, he's been defending his Premier League achievements. Is he still the special one? (Part 3, 29:01) The latest Premier League transfer gossip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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England reach EURO 2020 final for first time ever after nail biter with Denmark, Italy await at Wembley on Sunday
08/07/2021 Duration: 56minEngland have reached a first major tournament final since the 1966 World Cup after beating Denmark 2-1 AET at Wembley. Harry Kane scored the winner as Raheem Sterling again showed his class in a memorable night in EURO 2020 - but were Denmark unlucky? We pick the bones out f an incredible night which sees the Three Lions prepare to face Italy in Sunday's final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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England eyeing history at EURO 2020 ahead of semi-final with Denmark, Italy await in the Wembley final after beating Spain on penalties
07/07/2021 Duration: 01h01minEngland are in the EURO 2020 semi-final. Denmark are the opponents at Wembley. Both sides have had emotional tournaments. Can the Three Lions make history and reach the final? (Part 2, 26:57) Italy await in the European Championship final after beating Spain on penalties. (Part 3, 41:14) The latest Premier League transfer gossip including news on Raheem Sterling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Italy face Spain in first EURO 2020 semi-final, Ings rejects new Southampton deal and has Southgate 'redeemed himself' after EURO 96?
06/07/2021 Duration: 44minItaly and Spain lock horns in tonight's EURO 2020 semi-final at Wembley. Italy have looked good so far this tournament but Spain are no pushovers. (Part 2, 16:04) The latest Premier League transfer news including Danny Ings rejecting a new Southampton contract. (Part 3, 29:31) Ahead of England v Denmark in the EUROs semi, has Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate been forgiven after missing a penalty in EURO 96? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Crystal Palace appoint Patrick Vieira, is Harry Kane set for Spurs stay and could we see an influx of Barcelona stars to the Premier League?
05/07/2021 Duration: 50minCrystal Palace have appointed Roy Hodgson's successor as former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira is given the job. With a huge task on his hands at Selhurst Park, how will he fare? (Part 2, 18:43) Harry Kane's EURO 2020 has burst into life lately. But will the Tottenham striker get his desired move away or will Spurs keep him now Nuno Espirito Santo has been appointed boss? (Part 3, 30:15) The latest Premier League transfer rumours including the potential for several Barcelona players to come to England - with one linked to Leeds United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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England thrash Ukraine, next up they face Denmark in a EURO 2020 Semi Final at Wembley
04/07/2021 Duration: 49minA thumping victory in Rome sees the Three Lions march on to their second semi-final in as many tournaments. Ant McGinley is joined by Rob Blanchette and Jay Motty, as they look back on a magical night full of goals, and outstanding performances across the pitch. They also discuss the majesty of Gareth Southgate and how he is winning over a nation and influencing the culture in and around the squad, not just during matches. Ahead of their return to Wembley, the team share some of their superstitions that may be the reason why England have got this far. And incredibly, they manage to do all this without uttering those three little words... "it's coming home" In section two (23:19) they look at Denmark's victory over the Czech Republic and ask if their fairytale is going to come to an end on Wednesday night, or can Kasper Schmeichel repeat his fathers success of Euro '92. And finally (33:38) with 66% of today's show being Man Utd fans, we look at what new signing Jadon Sancho could mean in their challenge for th
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England prepare for EURO 2020 quarter-final with Ukraine, Italy and Belgium do battle and is Declan Rice leaving West Ham?
02/07/2021 Duration: 01h05minEngland have a huge opportunity in EURO 2020 on Saturday as they travel to Rome to play Ukraine in the tournament's quarter-finals. Will Southgate stick to the same system which saw the Three Lions beat Germany? (Part 2, 25:02) The other quarter-finals in the EUROs kick off tonight. Italy v Belgium is the pick of the ties. (Part 3, 47:31) Declan Rice has allegedly rejected new terms from West Ham. Could he leave the Hammers this summer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices