The Football Diary Podcast

Myles and Dave discuss the latest international break, focusing on England's performances against Greece in a 2-1 loss, and against Finland in a 3-1 win. With the uncertainty over the next manager looming - and a less than clear answer from interim manager Lee Carsley - we were left with more questions than answers. Who came out best from these games? Who's likely to take the England job next? The lads try and answer them all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike chats with Myles and Dave in the week where there clubs played each other - and it was a drab 0-0! Thankfully there were plenty of great games to discuss, starting at the AMEX Stadium as Brighton came from 2-0 to beat Tottenham 3-2. The result leave Fabian Hurzeler's high-fliers in 6th. Spurs meanwhile have ;lost 3 in 7 games. Brentford added more misery to bottom of the league Wolves in a 5-3 win. How will the result change the perspective for both teams going into the International break? Wolves finally won at home in a 4-1 result over Ipswich, which eases the pressure on Julen Lopetegui. And about that drab draw at Villa Park! Where does it leave Erik ten Hag's future? And after a historic week, how does Villa fan Myles feel about Villa's season up to now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike chats candidly about the key games this weekend, starting at Stamford Bridge with Cole Palmer's sensational 4 goals in the first half of a 4-2 win over Brighton. It was a crazy game which Palmer clearly enjoyed - what a player he's becoming! He also looks at Erik ten Hag's future again as Manchester United were soundly beaten 3-0 at home by Tottenham. It really feels like the end this time - will the hierarchy bite the bullet and sack the Dutchman? Spurs on the other hand played brilliantly. There's also a chance to discuss Arsenal's fortunate win over Leicester, Aston Villa's unfortunate draw away at Ipswich, and Liverpool stealing top spot in the Premier League Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike is joined by Myles and Arsenal fan Isaac to break down Manchester City 2-2 Arsenal, a game full of action and flashpoints. Somehow we manage to keep Isaac calm despite the controversy of a first-half red card for Leandro Trossard, which we'll debate alongside the other big talking point surrounding Riccardo Calafiori's goal. As Fulham record an impressive 3-1 win over Newcastle, we ask how good they are as a team, and the role of Emile Smith-Rowe in their solid start to the season. There was also a 3-1 win for Aston Villa - fresh from Champions' League heroics - over neighbours Wolves, and a decent Chelsea performance over struggling West Ham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Premier League football returns after the International break, with some great games for Mike, Myles and Dave to analyse! Starting with an historic win for Nottingham Forest against Liverpool, thanks to a superb Callum Hudson-Odoi winner. The win propels Forest to 7th, but can they kick on? Aston Villa came back from 2-0 down to beat Everton 3-2. A Jhon Duran rocket sealed the comeback, which was yet another Everton collapse. Manchester United found some breathing space with a 3-0 win over struggling Southampton, a much-improved performance. And Arsenal grabbed a crucial 1-0 win over Tottenham, in a gritty North London Derby which keeps them in 2nd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ireland 0-2 England It's Lee Carsley's first game in charge of England as interim boss, and the first game since the Gareth Southgate era. Mike analyses what was different about Carsley's approach, were the shackles really off, and can he be a viable option for the role permanently? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a week! Myles and Dave recap the best of the bunch after a mad Premier League weekend. Starting at Old Trafford, where a bald head in the dugout prevailed - and it wasn't Erik ten Hag. Nope, it was Arne Slot who steered Liverpool to a dominant 3-0 win over Manchester United. The lads pick through the aftermath of a very different start to the season for both clubs. Likewise, Everton are also flailing already after relinquishing a 2-0 lead at the 87 minute mark, only to lose 3-2 to Bournemouth. Can Sean Dyche galvanise his players to avoid another relegation battle? The lads also discuss a ridiculous red card for Declan Rice which cost Arsenal all 3 points in a 1-1 draw against Brighton, Aston Villa back to winning ways, Spurs being Spurs, and much much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dave analyse a fascinating 2-0 win for Arsenal over Aston Villa, putting to bed any doubts that they were the Gunners' bogey team. But it could've been so much different had Ollie Watkins not lost his head in front of goal - and if David Raya hadn't pulled off a world class save! We look at what both teams will take from the game. Chelsea suddenly became their prolific best in a 6-2 away win over Wolves, thanks to a hat-trick from Noni Madueke, with all 3 assisted by Cole Palmer. With new/old boy Joao Felix also on the score sheet and even Nicholas Jackson grabbing a goal, have we seen the start of some consistency in the team from Enzo Maresca? Nottingham Forest beat Southampton to move into 5th, but how can they improve? And also Manchester United lose 2-1 to Brighton thanks to some suicidal defending in the 95th minute. Can new boy Manuel Ugarte add some much-needed energy and steel to United? And what of Brighton under Fabian Hurzeler? And finally, we pay tribute to the late Sven-Goran Eriksson, who sadly passed away this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's so good to have Premier League football back! Mike and Myles analyse the picks of the weekend, starting with a determined performance from Ipswich against Arne Slot's Liverpool. Despite losing 2-0, Kieran McKenna will have plenty to positive about. Likewise, Slot will be happy with a clinical win. After Jhon Duran gave Aston Villa a 2-1 win over West Ham of all teams, are Villa fans now forgiving and forgetting his flirtation with the Hammers? And how did the new boys Onana and Maatsen perform? Brilliant Brighton thumped sorry Everton 3-0 in the first game of the Fabian Hurzeler era, with Sean Dyche's Toffees giving plenty of cause for concern. We also talk Arsenal's win and Mosquera's questionable antics, an unhappy Chelsea camp, and clinical Man City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike, Myles and Dave analyse the season opener at Wembley, as Manchester City beat United 7-6 on penalties in the Community Shield after drawing 1-1 after 90 minutes. What positives can both teams take away? In the transfer market, United seal deals for Mazraoui and De Ligt, while Dominic Solanke joins Tottenham. And as Pedro Neto squeezes into a packed Chelsea dressing room, are they in danger of losing their identity as a club? We also cover Wrexham's winning start to life in League One, and Wayne Rooney's Plymouth taking a 4-0 hammering at Sheffield Wednesday, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that time of year again! Mike, Myles and Dave put their reputations on the line to predict how the 2024/25 Premier League season will go! The lads will debate: Champions Top 6 Relegated Teams One to Watch And also a surprise top transfer of the window so far! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The transfer window is in full swing, with Aston Villa at the centre of this weeks action. Mike, Myles and Dave weigh up Moussa DIaby's surprise move to Saudi Arabia, his legacy, and the incoming Amadou Onana's potential role. Arsenal have all but sealed the deal for young Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna. After an impressive Euro 2024 at centre back for the Azzuri, where could he feature for the Gunners? And as the Mason Greenwood problem is moved on to Marseille, have Manchester United done the best they could - financially and morally? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

That awful, sinking feeling never gets easy does it? England lose another European Championship Final and although it wasn't on penalties, it wasn't any less heartbreaking for fans. Mike, Myles and Dave discuss the 2-1 loss to Spain who were, without doubt, the best team in the competition, and look at the missed opportunities. As well as what made Spain worthy champions. And what of Gareth Southgate? Once the dust settles, will he stay at the helm and pick the team up for another crack at glory? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have no idea HOW, but England are through to the semi-finals of Euro 2024 after a clinical penalty shootout win over Switzerland! Mike and Myles look at the big wins from the game against the Swiss, the opportunities to improve further, and how the other contenders shape up. And what now for Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo? His presence in this talented Portugal team seems to dominate, and not for the right reasons. Are they better without CR7? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England progress to the Euro 2024 Quarter-Finals after a MAD end to their Round of 16 tie against Slovakia. The game ended 2-1 after extra time, but it took a 95th-minute bicycle kick from Jude Bellingham to spare England an embarrassing exit. Mike, Myles and Dave try and find the positives from a poor quality game, but one which had the most thrilling ending. They also chat about Spain's ruthless 4-1 win over Georgia and the impact of the superb Nico Williams. And also on the agenda is the PSR deadline and the transfer of Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest - does £35m represent good value for Forest?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices