Centre Circle Podcast

This week, we discuss Man United being a big club commercially, but losing their status on the pitch. Was it right to appoint Carrick, and how long does he have left? Should Newcastle & Villa fans stop complaining, and look at Brighton as an example of how to compete with the best clubs in the league. Finally, when should Man City be sanctioned? Would it be more beneficial this season or at the start of next season?

This week we discuss the Premier League confirming Man City being guilty of all charges relating to their case. We ask if the outrage from some quarters is genuine or just playing up to the hype around the story. Should we separate the good Man City have done for Manchester from the financial charges? We finish by assessing Cristiano’s fall out with the new Portugal boss, and whether should he call time on his international career…

This week we talk about the revelations that Man City have been found guilty of 114 of the 115 charges brought against them. Are rival fans being hypocrites as all teams bend the rules? What would be an appropriate punishment for City, and would they be missed if a points deduction resulted in relegation? We close by talking England v Spain, with the quality of the World Champions shining through...

This week, the team discuss Raya cementing himself as the league's best goal keeper and Sunderland’s controversial penalty. The age old debate of is the manager or players to blame for Spurs’ problems. Will Florian Wirtz ever deliver for Liverpool, and can Hull finish in the top 10 after their good start to the season...

This week, we discuss who has ‘won the transfer window’, and if teams have addressed their weak spots. The team make their top 6 predictions and which teams they think will get relegated. We look ahead to the start of the champions league, and ask if Arsenal can go one step further and win the competition...

This week we discuss Liverpool’s continuing troubles as it seems Glasner had their number. Newcastle continue to impress under Matthias Jaissle. Does Chelsea’s Alonso have an air of Keegan's Newcastle about them? Hull will be pleased with 6 points from first two fixtures. Is Cherki the best in the league and how do Palmer & Bruno compare?

We are back!! The Prem returns and throws up some match day one surprises. Arsenal look as assured as last season, while Man City & Liverpool labour picking up points. Man United, Spurs and Villa are humbled. We discuss Martinelli’s impending Arsenal exit amidst Ian Wrights comments. Finally, we talk Pep’s documentary and if behind the scenes footage is good for the game.

Spain are World Champions!! This week, we discuss the biggest hate watch in recent memory, the most entertaining third place match, and our team of the tournament...

Is Jude the greatest English tournament player of this generation? England are through to the Semi Finals of the 2026 World Cup thanks to two goals from Jude Bellingham, where they will meet Messi's Argentina. Waiting on the other side of that game will be France or Spain. Is it England's time?