Sunday Supplement

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror’s Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News Reporter Keith Downie to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Champions Liverpool, and Keith believes Connor Bradley is the natural heir to Madrid-bound Trent Alexander Arnold, but how do Liverpool rebuild for next season?  And Natalie Gedra sits down with Declan Rice about attempting to finish the league season on a high and dealing with the pain of being the ‘nearly-team’.Next to the exciting top-five race; Darren was shocked at Man City’s dropped points at Southampton and Keith thinks that the race is going to the last few moments of the season.Finally, David Craig meets Mikel Arteta, who talks of pride and pain of Arsenal’s Champions League exit, but remains consistent in his belief that his side were the better team in the semi-final against PSG.Running Order:3mins Post-Trent Liverpool Rebuild17mins Rice on being the ‘Nearly-Team’23mins Top-5 Race heats up!34mins Mikel Arteta Interview

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror’s Darren Lewis and Chief Football Writer for The Independent Miguel Delaney to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Champions Liverpool, and Miguel praises a free-scoring season for them, with a points tally that could amount to over 90, and an impressive ability to keep their key players fit.Next to Manchester United, after a statement win midweek against Athletic Bilbao.  Darren applauds an ‘outstanding’ Bruno Fernandes, helping United remain the only unbeaten English team in Europe this season.Elsewhere, Harriet Prior sits down with Bruno Guimaraes to talk his Olympics win, lifting his first domestic trophy with Newcastle and future ambitions with club and country.  Miguel sees Newcastle finishing in the top five, despite a tough final few fixtures, but who else will finish in the Premier League’s top five?We end with two interviews; Arne Slot talks with Patrick Davison about the emotions of winning the title and playing with slightly less risk than his predecessor Klopp, whilst Natalie Gedra meets Enzo Maresca to reflect on his debut season at Chelsea and the target of that top five finish.  Running Order:1min Liverpool Worthy Champions15mins United Unbeaten in Europe24mins Guimaraes Interview28mins Top 5 Race37mins Slot Interview51mins Maresca Interview

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror’s Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Paul Gilmore to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Liverpool, praising Arne Slot, as he becomes the fifth Premier League manager to win the league in their first season; is it one of the best debut campaigns we’ve seen?Next to Crystal Palace’s triumph at Wembley.  Darren calls Palace’s performance outstanding, as they won the club’s third FA Cup semi final and get one step closer to silverware.Elsewhere, Johnny Phillips sits down with Ange Postecoglou and chats about staying united during a difficult season for Tottenham, coping with pressures, and the hope of a Europa League win.Finally, Patrick Davison meets Alisson to talk about change after the Klopp era, and a first season playing under Arne Slot.  We discuss whether Alisson is currently the best keeper in the world.  Running Order:1min Slot’s Debut Campaign22min Palace’s Triumph at Wembley35mins Ange Exclusive43mins Alisson Interview

Vicky Gomersall is joined by Sky Sports News reporter Gary Cotterill and The Sunday Times Chief Football Writer Jonathan Northcroft to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at the Premier League title race, with Liverpool in touching distance to secure the title.  How important will Virgil Van Dijk’s new contract be?  Gary believes Van Dijk is the greatest centre back since Vincent Kompany, but do Liverpool need to spend big in summer?Next, Daniel Khan sits down with Ruud Van Nistlerooy to talk about Leicester’s difficult position, the standards being set and plans for the future.Elsewhere, we discuss the race for the Champions League spots, looking at Aston Villa’s 4-1 win at home over Newcastle and Olly Watkin’s post-match interview, claiming he was “fuming” to be left on the bench against PSG.   Gary and Jonathan both think Forest are the team to miss out on the Champions League for next season.Also, Joe Thomlinson interviews Jurrien Timber about the win over Real Madrid and a personal battle won against Vinicius Jr, and the elite level defence Arsenal have created this season.We then discuss Tottenham, after they’ve reached the Europa League semi-finals.  Gary thinks Ange is a man who looks like he’s feeling the pressure and believes a lot of Tottenham fans think he’ll be gone win or lose in the semi-finals.  We end with two more interviews; Jamie Carragher sits down with Arne Slot to talk about Salah and Van Dijk’s contract renewals, Trent being back on the pitch, and the title coming to a close.  And James Cole chats with Mikel Arteta about defeating Madrid, and carrying form in to the league.  Running Order:1min End of the title race11min Ruud Van Nistlerooy Interview15min Race for the Champions League spots28min Timber interview 34mins Spurs Semi Finals44mins Carragher and Slot54mins Arteta interview

Vicky Gomersall and The Mirror's Darren Lewis are joined by Sky Sports Reporter, Dharmesh Sheth, to debate the biggest sporting headlines of the week.  We start by looking back on Kevin De Bruyne’s masterclass in Manchester City’s 5-2 win against Crystal Palace. The panel discuss the 33 year old’s upcoming move away from the Etihad, where his future might lie and who might replace him at City.  From a player leaving one club to another who is staying, we unpick Mohamed Salah’s new contract and what it could mean for both the forward and for Liverpool  We also analyse Arsenal’s draw against Brentford and ask if they’ve already got one eye on their Champions League tie against Real Madrid on Wednesday.   Plus, we react to some breaking news, as goalkeeper Andre Onana is dropped from Manchester United’s squad for their trip to Newcastle, and we look at the race for European places this season.Running Order: 1min    De Bruyne's Masterclass 15min  Arsenal 1 Brentford 1 24min  Salah stays at Liverpool 36min  Onana dropped 50min  The race for Europe

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Gary Cotterill to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at both Manchester sides; Darren believes it has to be a big summer for United, who must compete against the likes of rising teams Newcastle, Chelsea and Villa (as well as Arsenal, Liverpool and City).  Gary believes United will be challenging for the top four next season.  Also, Ben Ransom sits down with Pep Guardiola to talk about Kevin De Bruyne announcing his City departure, what Pep has learnt in this tough campaign, and whether he would have been sacked if it wasn’t for his prior success.Next to Arsenal, who after their eleventh draw of the season at Goodison, are very much Madrid or bust in the Champions League.  Gary attributes the Gunners’ league downfall to injuries and lack of a striker, but believes, after a recent trip to London Colney, that Mikel Arteta knows he has his striker of choice in summer.And finally, pressure on Ange Postecoglou, with boos on the touchline and a challenging week with the media.  Gary names Tottenham v Southampton ‘the depressed derby’ but the Europa League may be the saving grace.

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Melissa Reddy to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin pitch-side at Wembley, with eyes on the Carabao Cup final.  A less than perfect buildup week for Liverpool after Champions-league loss and a buoyant Bruno Guimaraes describes the fixture as Newcastle’s “World Cup Final.”Next, Natalie Gedra sits down with Jacob Murphy and Alexander Isak, who talk about their chemistry, what it means to play in a final, and their favourite goal scored together.Elsewhere, Juliette Ferrington chats with Cody Gakpo about recovering from the intensity of the midweek Champions League clash with PSG and Liverpool’s resilience this season. And Keith Downie meets ex-Newcastle player Rob Lee on Wembley Way, who reminisces scoring against Chelsea at Wembley, and is confident his old team can lift a trophy for the first time in seventy years.We also talk of Arsenal’s opportunity to work away at the deficit against Liverpool, and the importance of building momentum ahead of the Champions League tie against Real Madrid.

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Gary Cotterill to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin with Liverpool’s win over Southampton, putting Arne Slot’s side six wins away from securing the title, but Darren believes Darwin Nunez was a little lucky to have not been given a red card.Next, Gary sits down with Jose Mourinho to discuss his alleged ‘racist statements’ made after drawing with Galatasaray.  Darren argues Jose thinks about the language he uses, that analogies are still allowed, and Gary shows us a present he was given by Jose!Elsewhere, the race for the top four; Gary believes after Nottingham Forest’s win over Manchester City yesterday, they’ve cemented their place in the top four.  We look at some good dancing in the Forest changing room and analyse why Nuno’s side are so effective this season. Finally, Pat Davidson meets Mikel Arteta, and talks expectations this season after finishing second twice, a switch in tactics from fluid attacking to control, and how to take the next step.  And Juliette Ferrington sits down with Ruben Amorim to discuss a tough start at Manchester United.

Rob Jones is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and the Daily Telegraph’s Sam Dean to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start by talking about Arsenal, and Sam believes the fans have lost hope in their title bid, and that Merino as a false nine was unsustainable. Darren argues that the defining moment in Arsenal’s season was a failure to sign a striker in the January window.Next to Manchester United, after their 2-2 draw at Goodison; Sam suggests Everton should have had a penalty in the final moments, as the referee wasn’t shown the most incriminating angles and the incident wasn’t ‘clear and obvious’ to be overruled.  Meanwhile, United’s rivals Liverpool look for their twentieth league title and Jamie Redknapp sits down with Arne Slot to talk about the challenge of competing in both the Premier League and Champions League, and the surprise of City's fall.And finally, Sam criticises Chelsea’s model, and after a third loss in four Premier league games yesterday at Villa Park, Darren questions the level of Chelsea’s two available goalkeepers.

Vicky Gomersall and The Mirror's Darren Lewis are joined by Sky Sports News' Chief Reporter Kaveh Solhekol to look back on the big sporting headlines of the week. They review Arsenal's Premier League win over Leicester City, which saw two goals from makeshift striker Mikel Merino - could he be the answer to the Gunners' injury problems up front? Plus, where does this important win leave Arsenal in the title race? We also discuss a brilliant individual display for Manchester City's Omar Marmoush against Newcastle, scoring a hattrick in a 4-0 win that harked back to City of old. Plus, we look at Everton's recent upturn in form and Chelsea's struggles against Brighton.  In addition, we hear an exclusive interview with Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt. The Dutchman opens up about life at Old Trafford under manager Ruben Amorim and says he believes they can challenge for silverware in the future. We also bring you an in-depth chat with Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou, ahead of the two sides meeting on Sunday. But we start by looking back on the career of respected football journalist and friend of Sunday Supplement, Patrick Barclay, who passed away on Friday. 

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Paul Gilmore to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at Liverpool, who went nine points clear at the top of the table, after a 2-0 win at Bournemouth; Darren praises Mo Salah again, and thinks the club will secure a new contract with him.Next to Nottingham Forest’s incredible 7-0 win against Brighton.  Vicky is confident Forest are in the title race, whilst Paul questions their experience.  And is Chris Wood one of the Premier League’s top strikers? Darren applauds his superb form, and with seventeen goals this season, believes he’s deserved of his new contract.Elsewhere, Patrick Davidson sits down with Gabriel and William Saliba, who talk about their centre-back chemistry and their new rivalry with Man City.  And Juliette Ferrington talks with Pep Guardiola, who talks of the relentlessness of his schedule, the bite between City and Arsenal, and the importance of staying in contention for this period.  Finally, another Aston Villa Champions-League-hangover, after losing 1-0 to Wolves but Paul and Darren believe Aston Villa’s disallowed goal should have stood.

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Melissa Reddy to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We begin by looking at Manchester United, and news of government backing for an Old Trafford regeneration project; Darren explains plans for a 100,000 seater super stadium.Next to the title race.  Arsenal were victorious at Wolves but Michael Oliver made himself the star of the show, after giving Myles Lewis-Skelly a controversial red card in the first half.  Melissa believes it should have been a yellow card, and sees Arteta’s furious reaction as a buildup of bad decisions against Arsenal this season.  Meanwhile, Melissa is impressed that Liverpool continue their relentless winning ways, and believes they’ll be hard to catch, despite a new manager and three of their biggest players out of contract in the summer.Finally, we look at Manchester City, who are back in a winning groove after beating Chelsea 3-1.  Darren looks at Khusanov and Marmoush’s contrasting debuts, arguing that players need time to settle.

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports News reporter Paul Gilmore to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.  We begin by looking at the title race.  With Darwin Nunez’ two late goals to win at Brentford and Arsenal blowing a two-goal lead at home, Paul mentions the depth of Liverpool’s squad and lack of injuries as reasons why Liverpool are clear favourites.Next we discuss Ange Postecoglou and Tottenham’s poor league form.  Sitting in fifteenth position post-North London Derby loss, Paul mentions the club are trying a different route to the years of Conte and Mourinho and with a bad spell of injuries, Ange needs patience and unity.  Elsewhere, Juliette Ferrington sits down with David Moyes, who says he always wanted to come back to Merseyside if the opportunity arose, and whilst he acknowledges he is returning to a different club, he’s also returning as “different Moyes.”Also, Natalie Gedra chats with Liam Delap, who talks of hitting the ground running in the Premier League, looking up to Erling Haaland and his aims to become an England International.  Finally, David Craig’s exclusive interview with Pep Guardiola, who admits he was surprised Erling Haaland signed until 2034 and attributes his team’s dip in form to injuries alone.

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports reporter Gary Cotterill to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start with Patrick Davidson’s interview with Mo Salah, who says he listed winning the Premier League as his main goal before the season started, that he is far from any progress concerning his contract situation and that he regularly talks with Jurgen Klopp.Next to Arsenal, and after a seventh draw away at Brighton, Darren believes they need a Haaland-esque goal-scorer to get closer to Liverpool; and whilst unforunate, Saliba’s mis-timed header was correct to be given as a penalty.Elsewhere, David Craig sits down with Ruben Amorim, to talk of United’s ‘relegation form’ and the subsequent pressure from losing games.  Amorim comments on the need to adapt tactically, his desire to be a parental figure to some of his players, and on not playing Rashford - “Marcus has to want it really, really bad.”

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports senior reporter Melissa Reddy to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action.We start with Manchester City’s crisis after a defeat at Villa Park; a ninth loss in twelve matches but Melissa believes the most damning observation is it’s no longer a surprise.Next, Arsenal’s emphatic win at Crystal Palace.  Gabriel Jesus’s five goals in four days contributes in a big way to Arsenal’s open-play goals, but star boy Bukayo Saka left Selhurst Park on crutches and will be a big miss.Then a heated debate, as Melissa and Darren argue over whether Marcus Rashford deserves greater criticism after stating he is ready for a new challenge.Elsewhere, David Craig sits down with Ange Postecoglu, who talks of Spurs being entertainers, his love of the team scoring goals and how “there may be a world in which we exist, where Jamie Carragher is wrong.”