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The Pressing Matters PodcastArsenal top at Xmas, will they have a happy new year?Aston Villa are on an incredible 10-game winning run to be in 3rd, but it's Arsenal who are top of the Premier League at Christmas. Who has finished top at Christmas before and how did their season end?Will Aston Villa's form continue? Will United struggle without Bruno? Who is Tivonge Rushesha? Where was Jeremy Brett born? Are we uncles? We answer most of these questions in this Christmas edition of the Pressing Matters podcast.03:45 - Weekly round-up05:20 - Aston Villa vs Manchester United28:47 - Every team who was...
2025-12-241h 03The Pressing Matters PodcastTalking about Mo Salah for 54 minutesMo Salah has rocked the boat at Liverpool by suggesting it might be his last game, what does this mean for Slot's job and Liverpool's chaotic transitional season. We also talk about Wolves being bad, and other famous Egyptians.3:24 - Mo Salah situation51:30 - Premier League Egyptians54:45 - How many points for Wolves?1:04:30 - Lineups game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-111h 11The Pressing Matters PodcastIs Thomas Frank right for Spurs?This week, what should midtable managers such as Glasner and Marco Silva do to maximise their careers, was Thomas Frank right for Spurs, and what did we make of Arsenal's draw against Chelsea's 10 men.8:45 Thomas Frank and Spurs26:20 Oliver Glasner30:15 Ambitious midtable managers41:41 Chelsea - Arsenal1:02:00 Paqueta's red card1:04:20 Line-up game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-051h 12The Pressing Matters PodcastGueye's bizarre red card & Brighton's weird Left-back situationWe ignore the North London derby and Liverpool's loss to Forest and instead give some love to Everton and Brighton, although Toby still tries to talk about Liverpool anyway. Sam also has a headcold and so is even less excited than normal (until Arsenal are mentioned). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-2954 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastCuraçao make the World Cup & will we die on the Wirtz train?As we look ahead to this week's North London derby, we also cover the recent international break and the smaller nations that have made it thanks to the 48-team format - do we think this format is a good thing? We also answer some questions from our inbox and discuss footballer tattoos!Email us at pressingmatterspod@gmail.com if you'd like to be read out on the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-2147 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWhat can Liverpool learn from defeat at the Etihad?Liverpool lose again to a fantastic Manchester City, which means Toby is allowed to talk as much as he wants this week. We look at Slot's tactical shortcomings, and what to do with Florian Wirtz, who hasn't lived up to expectations. Sam also criticses two Spurs strikers for scoring against Man United, and we speculate about Marco Silva and his role at Fulham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-1356 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastAre Wolves doomed to relegation?This week, Vítor Pereira has been sacked; what next for the struggling Wolves side? Toby analyses West Ham's victory over Newcastle as life under Nuno kicks in. And in our most agonising segment yet, Toby tries to remember an ex-Aston Villa player whose name rhymes with Mings in less than 3 minutes.It's our Bonfire Night special, so please enjoy the ambient firework sounds in Sam's recording. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-0659 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastHow Arsenal's corner routines bring consistencyWe have the final word on the corner kicks and throw-ins that have dominated football discourse this week and why Arsenal shouldn't be concerned with their high number of set piece goals. We also talk about Manchester United winning 3 games in a row. And Sam has cut his own hair! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-3147 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastAnge's Legacy Post-Forest, and Liverpool lose againThis week: a post-mortem on Ange's speedy sacking from Nottingham Forest as we look forward to Dyche, and we look again at what's going wrong at Liverpool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-231h 11The Pressing Matters PodcastHow Chelsea unlocked Slot's Liverpool, and what next for the champions?Chelsea and Maresca left it late to find a breakthrough against Liverpool; a third defeat in a row for the champions. Arsenal slip ahead into first thanks to an Eze & Saka double-up on the right. And Amorim gets a win, is his future looking brighter. Toby also talks about Leeds, if you're into that.Email us at pressingmatterspod@gmail.com ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-081h 01The Pressing Matters PodcastCan we fix VAR? | What are Liverpool's title chances?After a feisty weekend involving an overturned penatly at Newcastle vs Arsenal, and a whole range of controversies elswhere, we try to pinpoint where VAR has gone wrong. Liverpool dropped points to Crystal Palace, leaving Arsenal and Liverpool face-to-face in a possible title challenge. Plus Toby talks about Galatasaray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-0257 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastHow did Pep evolve vs Arsenal?Arteta's Arsenal clinched a draw despite dominance, Aston Villa finally scored but drew to a solid Sunderland, and we discuss the Ballon d'Or rankings. Plus we slice through a lovely bit of media frenzy and Sam wants to change yellow cards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-2559 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastIs time up for Amorim's system? & Nuno RetrospectiveWe look at two clubs who might be in crisis: Manchester United and Nottingham Forest, with Nuno leaving and Amorim holding on for now - should he stay or go? Sam meets the police in Croydon and Toby finds a way to talk about Klopp again. Plus a preview of the weekend's games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-171h 07The Pressing Matters PodcastWe Need to Talk about Fulham + Football Scarves in GreeceWe've been away so it's a long old catch-up about Fulham's VAR showdown, Andros Townsend's son, and Toby's trip to Greece. Sam also sticks his neck out for Amorim's Man United.Email us at pressingmatterspod@gmail.com about literally anything and we might discuss your thoughts, if you're nice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-081h 28The Pressing Matters PodcastWhy City signed James Trafford, & Simon Hooper gets slammedConcern for Liverpool and frustration at Newcastle after Monday's fixture. Brighton sit in 18th, we talk about them for the third week in a row. Lots of Everton chat which I didn't expect. Plus we have fun guessing next week's line-ups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-2757 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastEZE THE GUNNER - How will Eze impact Arsenal?With Eze on the brink of an Arsenal move, we analyse how this signing could change the team and affect their title hopes. We also talk about Brighton's press vs Fulham, and Toby has a strange idea for halftime entertainment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-221h 01The Pressing Matters PodcastLIVERPOOL OR ARSENAL? Our Premier League Predictions 25/26 (2/2)How might losing Trent affect Liverpool's title hopes? How high can the new signings carry Man United? And who will win the Swedish Guldbollen in 2026? We answer these questions and more as we predict the top-half of the table. (Sorry to Lisandro Martinez who both of us forgot is still at Man United). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-141h 15The Pressing Matters PodcastWE'RE BACK! Our Premier League Predictions 25/26 (1/2)We've been relaxing on our parachute payments but now we're back in the top-flight - in a new live format. We go through our predictions for the bottom half of the Premier League in 25/26: Sunderland with Xhaka, Everton with Thierno Barry, Brentford with a set-piece coach, and more!#PODBACK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-0455 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastMikel Arteta vs. the RefereesIn this week's heated episode, we're obviously talking about the VAR controversies following Newcastle vs Arsenal, and whether we agree with Mikel Arteta's response and the ensuing media meltdown. We also talk about Chelsea's exhilarating victory against Tottenham and if Big Ange Postecoglu got anything wrong. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-0835 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastHow can we fix Manchester United?This week's pressing matters - We decide whether or not Erik ten Hag should be sacked as Man Utd boss, we cover United's lack of sporting director and style of play, plus we discuss Lionel Messi's latest Ballon d'Or trophy. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-0241 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWhat should Arsenal do with Aaron Ramsdale?We talk about The League of Two Halves, whether Chelsea are clicking after drawing against Arsenal, and what does David Raya bring to edge out Ramsdale as the Arsenal number one? Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-2444 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastLiverpool v Spurs Review: How Can We Help Referees?After Luis Diaz's non-goal and all the VAR fallout from the Liverpool vs Tottenham match, we look at what went wrong and propose our ideas for helping referees in the Premier League. We also analyse Klopp's tactics for playing with 9 players and we watch Liverpool fan Toby lose his mind in real-time. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-0659 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWhat do we think of Arsenal MATEThis week's pressing matters: We extensively cover the North London Derby, what went wrong with Arsenal, and what makes Sam so frustrated about Spurs; Toby praises Szoboszlai's role in Liverpool's midfield; and we talk about UEFA co-efficients!!Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-2846 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWhat to expect from Man Utd & Chelsea This week's pressing matters: Toby does a deep dive into everything he thinks about Erik ten Hag's Manchester United, we speak about Arsenal's changing possession structure without Gabriel, and most importantly, where will Jesse Marsch manage next? Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-2551 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastA first look at every Premier League teamThis week we review every game in Gameweek 1 of the Premier League 23/24 season (except Sheffield United, sorry Blades). What did we make of the Onana penalty decision vs Wolves? How will Chelsea get on with Nicolas Jackson? And what can we expect from Mo Salah this season? Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-1955 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastOur Premier League Predictions for Every Team - #DycheHypeNEW SEASON, NEW POD TIME - This week we make our predictions for the entire table for the Premier League 23/24 season. Who do we predict to go down? How strong will Toby's Liverpool bias be this time? Will Crystal Palace finish 11th??? #CooperIsCookingBig thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-1157 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWill Liverpool have a Defensive Midfield problem?On est ensemble ! This week we talk about the transfer market for defensive midfielders after rumours that Jordan Henderson and Fabinho could leave Liverpool for Saudi Arabia, we talk about Declan Rice finally joining Arsenal, and go through our first Fantasy Premier League teams before the upcoming FPL season begins. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Pressing Matters PodcastPremier League Prediction SHOWDOWNSomething a bit different this week! We look back at our predictions for the recently finished Premier League 2022/23 season to see how wrong we were, which teams have excedeed expectations, which teams will be disappointed with their season, and also we talk about Patrick Bamford for longer than you'd expect. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-291h 07The Pressing Matters PodcastEnd of Season Review!We are back! We attempt to review the entire Premier League season of 2022/23, but somehow we talk about the World Cup and Norwegian PE lessons instead. We reflect on City's treble, think about Arsenal's midfield with Declan Rice and Kai Havertz, and talk about who Liverpool might bring in alongside Alexis Mac Allister. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-191h 03The Pressing Matters PodcastWhat will Brighton do next season?This week's pressing matters: We talk about De Zerbi's future, we evaluate the relegation battlers, and we prepare for the podcast's upcoming mini-retirement! Also Toby keeps saying "litmus test". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-2538 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastIs it Right to Call Arsenal Bottlers?This week's pressing matters: We talk about the media's response to Arsenal's 3-0 defeat to Brighton, which pundits are in our good books, and what a team has to do to compete with Manchester City. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-1739 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastAre We Too Harsh on Goalkeepers?This week's pressing matters: We analyse goalkeepers after De Gea's latest mistake; What's the mood around Arsenal after the victory against Newcastle? And how did Sean Dyche's Everton smash Brighton? Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-1155 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastReferees Finally Break UsThis week's pressing matters: Sam has a cold so he sounds even more upset about Arsenal, we talk about Big Sam Allardyce entering the relegation battle, and Toby goes to a controversial non-league game.Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-0353 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWhat did we predict for Man City and Arsenal?This week's pressing matters: Our predictions for Manchester City vs Arsenal, and were we correct? How much trouble are Spurs in next season? And what TV shows is Nick Knowles famous for? Also Sam tries to force Kafka references into a football podcast. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-2751 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastPremier League Team of the Season Round-upThis week's pressing matters: We decide how important Arsenal's draw to West Ham will be, scrutinise the Premier League's TOTS nominees, and are Spurs in big trouble?Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-211h 00The Pressing Matters PodcastAre Inverted Wingbacks a Good Thing?This week's pressing matters: Will Arsenal be upset with just a point against Liverpool? Where will Chelsea finish the season? And what type of lunch is Dean Smith? We talk also talk about Xhaka's incident and compare Trent Alexander-Arnold to Zinchenko.Thanks to Harry Gibbons for the music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-1255 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastUncle Frank Lampard Back to Save the DayThis week's pressing matters: Why is Frank Lampard back at Chelsea? Why did Graham Potter fail? And what's Toby's problem with West Ham? Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-0750 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastHow is Roy Hodgson back?? #HODGBACKThis week's pressing matters: Should Antonio Conte be unhappy with Daniel Levy? Who's missing from Gareth Southgate's England squad? And why are we both so angry this week?? Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-2258 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWhat mistakes did Erik ten Hag make in the 7-0?This week's pressing matters: How good were Liverpool to score 7 past Manchester United? Does the handball sleeve rule make any sense? And what next for Roberto Firmino?Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-0952 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastThe Bajčetić EffectThis week's pressing matters: How does Liverpool's youthful midfield change things? Is Everton's attack a problem? And how much do we know about Guernsey? Plus your FPL tips of the week. Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-0342 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastIs Klopp's midfield the problem for Liverpool?This week's pressing matters: Liverpool lost 5-2 to Real Madrid this week and Sam has a cold, so he lets Liverpool fan Toby talk about the team for 30 minutes. We also talk about paprika for a long time, and midtable midfields!Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-2345 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastThe Núñez, Nketiah & Nathan Jones NarrativesThis week's pressing matters: What will the Arsenal - Manchester City title race look like? What's changed with Liverpool? And are we going to miss talking about the petulant Nathan Jones every week?Thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-1650 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastNathan Jones's Petulant Press ConferenceThis week's pressing matters: Should Jesse Marsch have been sacked? Will Sean Dyche be Everton's saviour? And what's going on with Southampton's B-team?Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-0841 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastCan we name every Chelsea transfer?This week's pressing matters: Why have Manchester City let Joao Cancelo leave? Is Jorginho a smart signing for Arsenal? Can we name every signing made by Chelsea this season? Plus Toby goes on about Bristol City.Big thanks to Harry Gibbons for the intro, and thanks to Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com for the quiz music."Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-0146 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastWhat ever happened to Leon Britton?This week's pressing matters: Why do people care so much about Mikel Arteta's touchline antics? Who is the new Arjen Robben? How long will Toby talk about Leon Britton this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-2751 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastSolly March's Plane TicketThis week's pressing matters: Can Unai Emery transform Villa? What's wrong with Liverpool? Why does Sam sound so tired this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-1835 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastGareth Southgate & The Media CircusThis week's pressing matters: What next for England? Should your best player take the 5th penalty? Will English commentators always be embarrassing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-1450 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastEnglish Centre-Backs & Tame PenaltiesThis week's pressing matters: Are England taking enough shots? Why are penalty takers changing their run-up? And can we remember who won the Nations League??? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-0745 minThe Pressing Matters PodcastLuis Enrique's Twitch Stream & World Cup Stoppage TimeThis week's pressing matters: How could post-match interviews be better? Can VAR be improved? Should Mike Dean have been on the PES cover? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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