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Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and the Chief Football Writer for The Daily Telegraph Sam Wallace to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We start by discussing Manchester United, as Dan Ashworth leaves his post as sporting director.  Are the costs of such departures from the club being passed on to the fans? Next to Manchester City, who dropped points for the fifth time in six matches at Selhurst Park; Sam believes Rico Lewis’ red card challenge was reckless, but didn’t see this City downfall coming. Also, Patrick Davidson chats with Enzo Maresca, who talks of the Italian connection at Chelsea and chances of winning the Premier League this season.  And finally, we have James Savundra’s interview with Ange Postecoglu, discussing the altercation with supporters and not having the squad to keep players accountable. 

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 by looking at Manchester City and Liverpool, and Gary praises Arne Slot’s job at building a ‘castle’ at Liverpool.  Also, are Arsenal back?  Darren feels there are levels to go for Arsenal but commends the connection between Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard. Next, Juliette Ferrington sits down with Arne Slot.  Slot talks of nerves upon arrival at Anfield, enjoying winning, and how much the team means to people in the city of Liverpool.  We consider Mohamed Salah’s contract situation; Gary makes an argument that Salah deserves an extension, mentioning a number of footballers of a similar age making a difference. Finally, Patrick Davidson's exclusive interview with Pep Guardiola, who says “now it’s time to suffer." Pep knew this difficult period would eventually come, talking of challenges with injuries, and the importance of temporary struggle to realise past feats. 

Vicky Gomersall is joined by the The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports Football Chief Reporter Kaveh Solhekol to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We start by looking at Manchester City’s decline, with a 4-0 loss at home to Tottenham on Saturday Night Football.  Kaveh believes City can still turn it around. Next to Gary Neville’s exclusive interview with Ruben Amorim, who talks expectations, differences moving to the Premier League, and his non-negotiables. Elsewhere, Arsenal get their title challenge back on track beating Nottingham Forest 3-0 at home. Kaveh praises their physicality and defensive strength but have they let Liverpool gain too much of an advantage? Also, Natalie Gedra sits down with Bruno Fernandes, who talks of expectations on Manchester United and Ruben Amorim’s intensity in training.  And Lynsey Hooper chats to Rodri, who sleeps with the Ballon d’Or, but doesn’t think the win has sunk in yet. Finally, Kaveh thinks Enzo Maresca has got Chelsea moving in the right direction after another win against his old club Leicester.

Vicky Gomersall is joined by The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Sky Sports’ Dharmesh Sheth to reflect on the weekend’s sporting action. We start by discussing Manchester City’s loss at Brighton, a fourth consecutive defeat for Pep Guardiola.  It’s “No Rodri, no party” for Dharmesh.  Meanwhile, Liverpool go five points clear of City with a home win over Aston Villa.  Were Liverpool overlooked at the beginning of the season? Elsewhere, Paul Merson returns to his old club to sit down with Mikel Arteta and Declan Rice; Arteta assures Merson that Arsenal are “here to win”, despite a recent dip in form. Also, Johnny Phillips discusses tactics with Enzo Maresca, who talks of keeping the identity of his team consistent, but finding solutions for different opposition. Finally, we talk Thomas Tuchel ahead of the international break.  Dharmesh questions “why’s he not in charge now?” and believes there is pressure on both Tuchel and the FA.

Vicky Gomersall is joined by the The Mirror's Darren Lewis and Chief Football Writer of The Independent Miguel Delaney. We start by looking at Ruben Amorim’s appointment at Manchester United.  Comparisons with Erik Ten Hag, Amorim’s charismatic media presence and the great work done at Sporting Lisbon. Next to the Premier League title race; after back-to-back losses in all competitions, have Manchester City’s injury list caught up with them?  Are Arsenal now too far behind after their defeat away at Newcastle?  And after beating Brighton to move to top of the league, Miguel thinks Liverpool are looking almost complete but considers a possible drop-off later in the season. Elsewhere, we consider the scrutiny on Julen Lopetegui as West Ham lose to Nottingham Forest.  And Juliette Ferrington sits down with Ruud van Nistelrooy, who makes his desire to stay at Manchester United clear.   Also, is Cole Palmer the best player in the Premier League at the moment?  Darren talks of Palmer’s impressive vision and ball-striking ability but would still choose Erling Haaland over Palmer.   Finally, Natalie Gedra interviews Enzo Maresca, who talks of honesty with his players and learning player management from Marcello Lippi and Carlo Ancelotti.