Manchester Football Social

Two fresh appointments in Premier League dugouts for 2024/25 have been made this week, with ex-Forest gaffer Steve Cooper going in at newly-promoted Leicester, whilst Brighton have replaced Roberto De Zerbi with the exceptionally young Fabian Hurzeler, who is just 31! How will both fare in their new roles? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EURO 2024 enters the second round of group games and if we’re judging it based on quality of goals, then we may be in for an all-timer. But despite the likes of Belgium losing, Portugal scraping victory and France needing an own goal to defeat Austria, why are England fans still pessimistic about their team’s chances of glory? And Scotland could face elimination tonight as they look for redemption against Switzerland. Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Premier League fixture release day is always something to get people looking forward to a fresh campaign. Ipswich start at home to big boys Liverpool whilst Chelsea take on Man City on opening day. Plus, we discuss Everton's potential new owners as Roma owner Dan Friedkin is looking to add to his portfolio with the Goodison Park club. But is it good or bad news for Evertonians? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England got off to winning ways in their EURO 2024 opener against Serbia on Sunday night, but it wasn’t without criticism as they scraped to the 1-0 victory. Bellingham showed why he’s a Ballon d’Or contender, but fellow talent Phil Foden was also in the spotlight and there’s even calls for him to be dropped; but would that the right decision? And, as Scotland were thumped on the opening night by hosts Germany, we discuss if Scotland really are THAT bad, or are Germany THAT good? Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's podcast we lay down some predictions ahead of EURO 2024. Will England make it all the way or will they wilt in the group stages? Are France the clear favourites? Are Germany being underestimated? Will Ronaldo finish his international career with a trophy? We discuss it all on FSD, as well as getting stuck in to a EUROs quiz to get us in the mood for the tournament! Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They say cats have nine lives, but Erik has Ten! Just when we all thought he was about to be given the boot after FA Cup final glory, the news has now broke that Jim Ratcliffe and co have decided to keep him on, despite numerous romantic dinner dates in Monaco with other managers.Have the club shown disrespect to Ten Hag during the process, or have they given in to fan sentiment and failed to make the big call when it was need - join us and we’ll discuss it all here! Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England were beaten by European minnows Iceland at the weekend. Now where have we heard that before? Thankfully for 3 Lions fans, this time it was just a friendly, but the result has got some concerned for Southgate's side ahead of the EUROs. We also take a look at the latest Premier League transfer news with Armando Broja and Douglas Luiz amongst the talking points. Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gareth Southgate has some big calls to make heading in to the EUROs. Will the England manager cut his squad by casting off some established Three Lions stars? Plus we ask whether ex-Forest manager Steve Cooper is the right man to replace new Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca at Leicester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester City are allegedly set to sue the Premier League over the changes to commercial rules, as well as what they claim as discrimination against Gulf-based ownership. It's another sticky situation, as is Lucas Paqueta's betting charge which is soon to be resolved. Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With time ticking down til the EUROs in Germany, is Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton going to make Gareth Southgate's squad? We dissect that notion on today's show as well as asking whether the Premier League has missed out on the generational Kylian Mbappe. Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The biggest game in European football played out at Wembley Stadium on Saturday in the capital, and it was Jude Bellingham's side that came out on top for a record 15th time in their history. But on the losing side was Jadon Sancho for Borussia Dortmund - has the praise of the winger been overblown in recent weeks? And we look ahead to England's first EUROs friendly against Bosnia, and there's injury concerns in the defence! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The annual Football Social Daily predictions show is back for another year! For any of you who aren't familiar, Niall, Joel, and Marley go through their predictions which were made back in August 2023 as they attempted to channel their inner Nostradamus and predict the entire 2023-24 table. And of course, there are some absolute SHOCKERS. Come and tell them how bad they did via the FSD socials below: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that time of the year - dust off the suits you last wore at your mates wedding six years ago, find that bow tie, dig out your old dress, because it's time for the Football Social Daily End of Season Awards Show - and there's a LOT to go through! From Best Signing, Manager of the Year, Best Goal, Most Shocking Moment and Worst Take, grab the popcorn and join us! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a weekend to remember one out of the three FSD team as Manchester United cruised to their 13th FA Cup victory after silencing their noisy neighbours, which also put Marley's Newcastle United out of the European places for next season, and Southampton also achieved promotion to the Premier League! Joel and Marley will go through all the parts of the drama that unfolded, along with tackling the question of the day which is whether Erik Ten Hag should be given another season at the club. And Chelsea are close to hiring their third manager in just two seasons, and we'll reveal all! Keep up to date with us on our socials here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester United and Manchester City renew their FA Cup final rivalry a year on from City's win at Wembley on their way to a treble. Can United wrestle back bragging rights and end a miserable season with silverware - and will ten Hag stay in charge if they lose? Plus we look at the news that West Ham's Lucas Paqueta has been charged with betting breaches by the FA. Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been the month of the manager as May as thrown up a managerial merry-go-round with many jumping off, but some surprising names jumping onto the biggest horse of them all. We go through reaction of Pochettino leaving Chelsea as we debate whether it was a tactful or stupid decision by the Blues board. We also look at arguably the most surprising move since Julian Faubert was signed by Real Madrid, as Vincent Kompany looks to head to Bavaria with Craig Bellamy to coach the greatest German team in the land! Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The dust has far from settled following the end of the 2023-24 season, as Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi said his final farewells to the Seagulls fans on Sunday. But what is the REAL reason for him leaving? And we spare a thought for Harry Kane who could potentially be coached by Burnley manager Vincent Kompany, with Bayern reportedly eyeing up the Belgian as their next manager! Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gameweek 38 has now come and gone, and the 2023-24 Premier League season how drawn to a close with Manchester City reigning supreme for a record fourth successive time, pipping Arsenal to the post on the final day. We’ll go through all the action which included yet another thriller at the Palace, a Manchester United victory and Wolves enduring yet another VAR decision against them! Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It seems as though the time has come for a sit around the table to discuss VAR, where Premier League clubs will now vote either for or against keeping the technology in the league from next season. Wolves began with a strongly worded statement on their feelings around it, but should it stay or should it go? And of course, we talk about the FSD derby that is Manchester United vs Newcastle United and one particular person on the podcast (Joel) had all the bragging rights today! Keep up to date with us here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Man City's 0-2 win at Tottenham last night means they are within touching distance of a 4th consecutive Premier League title. But Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou was not happy with what he saw last night... Keep up to date with us here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/FSDPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportsocialofficial/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/FootballSocial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices