Episodes
Teddy Draper is joined by the Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and the Telegraph’s Sam Dean to discuss Aston Villa’s trophy hopes ending in defeat to Olympiakos in Greece. The panel also discuss Sean Dyche’s warning that he could be forced to sell his best players this summer as the 777 Partners takeover deal remains in jeopardy. Plus, there is reaction to FIFA facing potential legal action from players over the congested calendar if they continue with plans to host a 32-team Club World Cup at the...
Published 05/09/24
Published 05/09/24
Teddy Draper is joined by football writer and broadcaster Henry Winter and The Times' Martin Hardy to look back on Real Madrid’s victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final. The panel discuss why Harry Kane was substituted by Thomas Tuchel and praise Jude Bellingham as he heads to Wembley for the final against his old team Borussia Dortmund.   Plus, there is reaction to news that the proposed takeover of Everton by 777 Partners is in jeopardy and that Chelsea could...
Published 05/08/24
The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Mirror's John Cross join Teddy Draper to discuss Borussia Dortmund's 2-0 aggregate win over PSG, which saw them advance to the Champions League final. They also preview Bayern Munich's second leg with Real Madrid and talk about whether Erik ten Hag will survive much longer as Manchester United manager.
Published 05/07/24
David Fulton is joined by The Independent's Miguel Delaney and Martyn Zeigler from The Times to discuss the biggest stories on the morning's back pages, including whether Erik ten Hag's time is up after Manchester United's thrashing by Crystal Palace. Plus reaction to West Ham's announcement that David Moyes is leaving the club - and why Darwin Nunez has fuelled rumours that he's set to leave Liverpool this summer.
Published 05/06/24
ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Sun's Jack Rosser join Teddy Draper to discuss what impact Arne Slot could have if he's appointed as Liverpool's new manager. They also debate whether Thomas Tuchel would be a good replacement if Erik ten Hag was to be sacked at Manchester United and talk about Manchester City's Phil Foden being named footballer of the year by the Football Writers' Association.
Published 05/03/24
Sky Sports' David Garrido is joined by the Guardian's sportswriter Jonathan Liew and The Mirror's Chief Football writer John Cross to discuss the stories dominating the back pages, including Aston Villa's shock defeat to Olympiakos in the Europa Conference League semi-final first leg. As well as Chelsea's win over a lacklustre Tottenham team and Erik ten Hag's response to a complete summer overhaul of the Manchester United squad. 
Published 05/02/24
Sky Sports' Teddy Draper is joined by Riath Al-Samarrai from the Daily Mail and Sam Dean from the Daily Telegraph as they discuss a host of topics in the sporting world, including Jadon Sancho's impressive performance against PSG in the Champions League and whether Manchester United will consider him in their plans next season or cut ties with the winger.
Published 05/01/24
The Times' Henry Winter and ESPN's David Ornstein join Teddy Draper to talk through the morning's back pages, including stories of England duo Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane star in Champions League semi-final first leg between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. The Premier League could allow referees to explain their decisions to the stadium crowds following VAR intervention. Everton's takeover by 777 is in doubt after insolvency advisers are called. An American broadcaster call for some Premier...
Published 04/30/24
On this edition of Back Pages, The Times' Martin Hardy and The Independent's Miguel Delaney discuss if Erik ten Hag's Manchester United squad needs a clear out. They also react to the news that Mohamed Salah is expected to stay at Liverpool amid transfer speculation over Saudi Pro League interest.  The pair also break down the spending cap vote from Premier League clubs.
Published 04/29/24
Teddy Draper is joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden and the Mirror's John Cross to discuss the biggest stores on the morning's back pages, including Jamie Carragher's column in The Times about Arne Slot's pending appointment as Liverpool manager. Legendary Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger advises Mikel Arteta ahead of the North London Derby on Super Sunday. Manchester United's Marcus Rashford comes under fire again. 
Published 04/26/24
The Times' Charlotte Duncker and The Guardian's Jonathan Liew talk about Manchester City's thumping 4-0 Premier League win at Brighton. They also debate whether Arne Slot is the right man to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool before discuss Adrian Newey's departure from Red Bull.
Published 04/25/24
Teddy Draper is joined by the The Sun's Charlie Wyett and the Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai to discuss Everton's 2-0 win against local rivals Liverpool, as The Toffees put a dent in Jurgen Klopp's title ambitions. They also break down if Mauricio Pochettino's job at Chelsea is in the balance, after his side were thumbped 5-0 by Arsenal and talk through Bruno Fernandes' superb brace that rescued Manchester United against Sheffield United.
Published 04/24/24
Teddy Draper is joined by the Athletics' David Ornstein and the Times' Martyn Ziegler to reflect on the biggest stories from Wednesday's back pages.  The pair discuss Arsenal's 5-0 thrashing of Chelsea that sent them three points clear in the Premier League title race, Ornstein runs through the latest on Arne Slot potentially replacing Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, while Klopp's chances of success in his final Merseyside derby showdown are analysed. 
Published 04/23/24
The Independent's Miguel Delaney and The Sun's Dave Kidd debate whether Nottingham Forest were within their rights to demand the audio between officials from Sunday's loss at Everton be released publicly. They also discuss whether Erik ten Hag will remain as Manchester United boss after they almost let a three-goal lead slip in their FA Cup semi-final against Coventry City and if Ruben Amorim could replace David Moyes as West Ham United manager.
Published 04/22/24
Teddy Draper is joined by ESPN’s Mark Ogfen and Jack Rosser from The Sun  to discuss the Football Association's decision to scrap FA Cup replays from next season. They debate whether Pep Guardiola regrets letting Cole Palmer go to Chelsea ahead of their FA Cup semi-final clash. They also discuss whether Arsenal are at risk of copying Mauricio Pochettino’s Spurs side and continuing to miss out on the big trophies at the end of the season.
Published 04/19/24
David Garrido is joined by the Telegraph’s Sam Wallace and Jonathan Liew of the Guardian to reflect on the leading sporting stories on Friday’s back pages. The decision to scrap FA Cup replays from next season has brought strong condemnation from the EFL, with the decision being branded as ‘an absolute disgrace’. Jurgen Klopp managed his last game for Liverpool in Europe after their 3-1 defeat to Atalanta in the Europa League but are the wheels falling off their season? Emi Martinez was Aston...
Published 04/18/24
Teddy Draper is joined by David Ornstein from The Athletic and Riath Al-Samarrai from The Daily Mail to discuss Wednesday's Champions League matches as Arsenal lose in Munich and Real Madrid defeat Manchester City on penalties.
Published 04/18/24
The Sun's Charlie Wyett and Martin Hardy from The Times discuss Jude Bellingham's demands for more anti-racism measures and why the England midfielder turned down a move to Manchester City for Real Madrid. Plus, Harry Kane prepares to face an old foe in the Champions League and Rory McIlroy hits back at LIV rumours.
Published 04/16/24
The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney and the Telegraph's Chief Football Correspondent Jason Burt join Nick Powell to discuss the biggest stories from the back pages. Chelsea thrash a sorry Everton, courtesy of four goals from the Blues' talisman Cole Palmer. 777 Partners' takeover of Everton is thrown into fresh doubt as the proposed new owners seek more time amid a race for extra funding. Plus, tributes pour in for former England spinner 'Deadly' Derek Underwood, who passed...
Published 04/15/24
The Mirrors chief football writer John Cross and The Daily Mail's Heather Dewar join Teddy Draper to reflect on the biggest stories from the back pages. They discuss if Tiger Woods has a chance of coming out on top at The Masters, if Erling Haaland can be counted as as world-class player and Erik Ten Hag's search for a striker. 
Published 04/12/24
The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph's Sam Wallace join Dave Fulton to discuss the biggest stories from the back pages. Liverpool and West Ham were defeated in their first-leg Europa League ties while Aston Villa gained an advantage over Lille in their Europa Conference League first-leg match. The Premier League will use semi-automated offside technology before the end of the year. Manchester United edge closer to landing football director Dan Ashworth from Newcastle. 
Published 04/11/24
ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Telegraph’s Jeremy Wilson join us on Back Pages Tonight to discuss Barcelona’s comeback to beat PSG at the Parc de Princes. They react to Rodri telling Pep Guardiola that he needs rest during Man City’s frantic end of the season schedule. They also discuss Jurgen Klopp’s plea to the fans amid a protest about the club’s ticket price rise.
Published 04/10/24
The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein and The Times' Football Reporter Charlotte Duncker join Teddy Draper to discuss the stories dominating the back pages. Including Manchester City's exhilarating six-goal thriller with Real Madrid and Arsenal's action-packed draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals. Plus, they discuss whether Tiger Woods can challenge for his sixth Masters title this year at Augusta. 
Published 04/09/24
On this edition of Back Pages, Sky Sports' Nick Powell is joined by The Telegraph's Jason Burt and The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney to discuss if the Premier League PSR rules are working correctly, after Everton received a further two-point deduction. They also explore if Jurgen Klopp is playing 'mind games' and if it is 'now or never' for Harry Kane's Bayern Munich ahead of their clash against Arsenal.
Published 04/08/24