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  • 11 minutes 22 seconds
    Bayer Leverkusen make history

    Bayer Leverkusen somehow keep their historic unbeaten run going. Seb Stafford-Bloor on why Leverkusen are the comeback kings.


    It’s a Greek tragedy for Aston Villa. Jacob Tanswell reacts to Villa’s exit from the Europa Conference League.


    And can Arsenal take the title race to the final weekend? James McNicholas has the Gunners perspective, Carl Anka with the Manchester United one.


    Host: Tim Spiers

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    10 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 11 minutes 18 seconds
    Real Madrid shock Bayern late, advance to Champions League Final

    Real Madrid summon Champions League magic again. Dermot Corrigan was at the Santiago Bernabeu for a memorable night.


    Bayern Munich collapse late. Seb Stafford-Bloor reacts to Bayern’s blown lead.


    James Horncastle speculates whether Roma can replicate a European comeback. 


    And can Villa turn it around in Europe? Jacob Tanswell sets the scene.


    Host: Mike Zimmermann

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    9 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 9 minutes 38 seconds
    Borussia Dortmund reach the Champions League Final

    Dortmund make the Champions League Final. Seb Stafford-Bloor reacts to the achievement and contemplates if Bayern Munich can make it an all-German final. 


    No dream end for Mbappe at PSG. Peter Rutzler was at the Parc des Princes for Mbappe’s last likely Champions League game for PSG.


    Will it Real Madrid or Bayern Munich joining Dortmund? Guillermo Rai sets the scene.


    Host: Adam Leventhal

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    8 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 7 minutes 40 seconds
    New Humiliation For Man Utd

    An incredible night for Crystal Palace. Rather less for Manchester United… Carl Anka was at Selhurst Park for United’s embarrassing 4-0 loss to Palace.


    Julien Lopetegui agrees terms with West Ham. David Ornstein has the latest.


    And Everton aren’t out of trouble yet…


    Host: Iain Macintosh

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    7 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 14 minutes 45 seconds
    EPL title race goes down to the wire

    Can Chelsea qualify for Europe? Liam Twomey on what has changed with Chelsea as they make a push for the Europa Conference League.


    Arsenal and Manchester City continue to push for the title as Tottenham continue to crumble. Jack Pitt-Brooke reacts to Spurs' 4-2 defeat to Liverpool.


    Real Madrid are crowned, but not satisfied. Guillermo Rai explains why the La Liga champions are not celebrating too much.


    And more twists and turns in the WSL title race. Jessy Parker Humphreys on what’s on the line as the season winds down.


    Host: Mike Zimmermann

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    6 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 11 minutes 38 seconds
    Chelsea chase Europe as Champions League fades for Spurs

    Spurs’ Champions League hopes fade. Liam Twomey and Charlie Eccleshare were at Stamford Bridge for Chelsea’s 2-0 win.


    Villa lose a thriller in Europe. Jacob Tanswell tells us what went wrong for Unai Emery’s side.


    And can Liverpool lift the gloom ahead of Klopp’s farewell? Tom Williams explains.


    Host: Tim Spiers

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    3 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 11 minutes 51 seconds
    Mbappe, PSG struggle against Dortmund

    Dortmund have the edge against PSG. Seb Stafford-Bloor talks about the many chances created by Dortmund. Peter Rutzler was in Germany to watch PSG hit the post multiple times.


    Can Roma be the team to stop Bayer Leverkusen? James Horncastle is in Italy for the Europa League semifinal.


    And Emma Hayes’ farewell trophy charge takes another hit. Jessy Parker Humphreys reacts to Chelsea’s wild 4-3 loss to Liverpool.


    Host: Adam Leventhal

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    2 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 13 minutes 11 seconds
    Vinicius Jnr stars for Real at Bayern

    Vinicius Junior stars for Real at Bayern. Dermot Corrigan and Mark Carey react to an enthralling first leg in Munich.

    Can Dortmund stop Mbappe tonight? Seb Stafford Bloor works out how they might. As Peter Rutzler wonders if PSG might feel any added pressure now it's the Champions League semi finals.

    Plus Ipswich need a point to reach the Premier League, Manchester United make more boardroom changes, and Howard Webb says Forest should have had a penalty.


    Host: Adam Leventhal

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi Paterson

    Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh

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    1 May 2024, 2:00 am
  • 14 minutes 26 seconds
    Ornstein: Liverpool expect Salah to stay

    Salah is staying at Liverpool. David Ornstein has the exclusive. Join 'The Insiders' here

    Familiar foes kick-off the Champions League semi-finals. Mark Carey gears us up for Bayern Munich v Real Madrid.

    Premier League clubs say yes to a squad cost cap. Matt Slater explains the potential change in the way clubs fund their squads.


    Host: Michael Bailey

    Producers: Abi Paterson and Mike Zimmermann

    Exec Prod: Iain Macintosh

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    30 April 2024, 2:00 am
  • 14 minutes 47 seconds
    Title race intensifies as City & Arsenal (just...) win again

    Arsenal hang on to beat North London rivals Spurs. We hear reaction from Adrian Clarke and Charlie Eccleshare.


    Manchester City are victorious too. Sam Lee was at the City Ground.


    And who will Barcelona meet in the Women's Champions League Final? Jessy Parker Humphreys on the thrilling semifinals.


    Host: Iain Macintosh

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    29 April 2024, 2:00 am
  • 14 minutes 43 seconds
    Man City batter Brighton as Premier League title race narrows

    City win as the Premier League’s top two edge clear. Tim Spiers watched the three title contenders this week and gives his verdict.


    Will the feel-good factor continue for Villa? Jacob Tanswell on Aston Villa’s chase for a top-four finish.


    Plus, David Ornstein has the latest on Manchester United’s pursuit of Dan Ashworth.


    And it’s Champions League crunch time for Emma Hayes. Sophie Penney previews the second legs of the Women’s Champions League semifinals.


    Host: Michael Bailey

    Producer: Mike Zimmermann

    Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh

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    26 April 2024, 2:00 am
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