Week In The Tackle
We look back at the last week in the world of football and/or soccer (whatever you prefer) and tackle the things we thought were interesting. @tomrenniesoccer hosts!
Liverpool v Arsenal - a meeting of two contenders?
Arsenal expert Adrian Clarke joins us to reflect on being battered by the cod army, can they get back to their rightful plaice against Liverpool?
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Villains Beat the Villains & Carrick is not the Problem at Manchester United
It’s a loaded Monday Monologue as Tom Rennie discusses Manchester United’s embarrassing loss to Bournemouth, United’s problems coming down to the ownership, Aston Villa’s big win over Manchester City, Tottenham finally coming good (told you) and of course, some West Ham rantings and rumblings! Sorry Tim.
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Danny Higginbotham on (Another) Manchester United Meltdown
He played for all the worst teams you know, and now he’s one of the top analysts in the game. Our friend Danny Higginbotham sits down with Tom Rennie to discuss the ongoing misery at his beloved Manchester United… From the embarrassing loss to Como, Bruno Fernandes scathing postmatch comments, how embarrassing it is for a captain to speak publicly like that, the lack of consequences or leadership at the club, if Michael Carrick will survive and more. Tom and Danny cover it all! Sorry Tim.
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Can Brighton Win the Premier League?
It’s the Monday Monologue as Tom Rennie recaps Chelsea’s win over Everton, Jordan Henderson much-needed leadership for the Blues, Everton’s dismal display, Christian Norgaard’s historically bad cameo and Brighton continuing to dominate the league. Wouldn’t it be great if the Seagulls won the whole thing? Sorry Tim.
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Melissa Reddy on Manchester City’s Defiance & Antonio Conte’s Second Attempt at Manchester United
The fantastic Melissa Reddy joins Tom Rennie to discuss the ongoing Manchester City case, a story that she’s covered since 2018… from the attitude of the Manchester City fans, Pep Guardiola’s defiance throughout the entire process, including his infamous press conference saying he will leave if he’s being lied to, if Man City games should be taken off television… Mel covers it all. Then, with the news that Antonio Conte is open to coaching Manchester United, she details the Italian’s first attempt to get the job in 2021. Sorry Tim.
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Stay Humble? Not at Man City.
Tom Rennie looks back at the weekend and tackles Manchester City's revelling in their guilt at Anfield, but at great cost to the rest of us, and themselves. Plus, Alvaro Arbeloa is already playing the Real Madrid card at Fulham, and it's the return of 'what is going on inside Nuno's head'!
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Enzo Maresca gives a masterclass in Man City PR, Simon Bajkowski joins us.
Simon Bajkowski from the Manchester Evening News joins Tom Rennie to discuss Enzo Maresca's first press conference since Man City were found guilty of charges relating to financial breaches over a decade.
Tom also looks ahead to the Liverpool game on Sunday.
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Manchester City Are Cheats
It’s the story that rocked the football world… and of course Tom was off when it broke. He’s back to break down Manchester City reportedly being found guilty of 114 charges relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules, from the systematic issues with financial disparity in the game to what sort of punishments City could (and should) face. Sorry Tim.
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Paul Parker on the England Team & Why Can’t Tom Drink at the Match?
Former Manchester United, Chelsea and England defender Paul Parker joins Tom Rennie to discuss England under Thomas Tuchel, what comes next after the World Cup and what we can learn from this international break. Then, Tom explains why he thinks fans should be allowed to drink alcohol in the stands at football matches in England — an idea backed by the new Prime Minister. Sorry Tim.
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Clueless De Zerbi & No One is Scared of Arsenal
Tottenham are in trouble and it’s Roberto De Zerbi who seems fragile, nobody has ever called it the Dockers Derby, and Arsenal are getting found out because the old ways don’t work. Tom Rennie recaps all the major storylines on Week in the Tackle! Sorry Tim.
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Dave Kitson on being a Secret Tottenham Fan & the trouble with Roberto De Zerbi
Former Stoke City, Portsmouth & Sheffield United striker Dave Kitson sits down with Tom Rennie to discuss playing for other clubs while supporting Tottenham, to preview a massive clash between Aston Villa and Spurs and to explain why he’s already worried about Roberto De Zerbi at his beloved club. Then, Tom laments the current state of the Carabao Cup. Sorry Tim.
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Manchester Derby Controversy, Delusional De Zerbi & Nottingham Forest on the Rise
It’s a Monologue Monday with Tom Rennie as he breaks down all of the drama surrounding the Manchester Derby, Roberto De Zerbi’s strange comments as Tottenham continues to slide and Nottingham Forest’s impressive win over Aston Villa. Plus, Tom remembers West Ham legend Ludek Miklosko. Sorry Tim.
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Big Six Greed & Scott Saunders on Manchester United
Tom Rennie is joined by Scott Saunders of the Promised Land Podcast to recap Manchester United’s win over Sabah in the Champions League and to preview this week’s Manchester Derby. Then, Tom dives into the Premier League Big Six’s opposition to the collective sale of commercial rights. Sorry Tim.
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Is Kai Havertz the Key for Arsenal & Everton’s Surprising Star
Tom Rennie looks back at Everton’s star summer signing, checks notes, Ainsley Maitland-Niles, and incredible equalizer against Man United, talks about Neco Williams disallowed goal which they got right on VAR for the wrong reasons, praises Kai Havertz, but doesn’t like the look of Fulham. Sorry Tim.
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Everton’s Shambolic Window, Adrian Clarke on Arsenal-Chelsea & Celebrating Goals Without VAR
Our friend Adrian Clarke of talkSPORT joins us to preview the massive match between Arsenal & Chelsea. Plus, Tom shares his thoughts on Everton’s disastrous transfer window, if the Toffees are a threat to go down, and enjoying West Ham’s time in the Championship (so far). Sorry Tim.
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The Mavericks are back at Man City & Chelsea! Plus Isak isn't looking so good.
@tomrennie soccer has his Monday monologue on the weekend that was! He's happy to see the mavericks back in Cherki, Palmer and more... but was not impressed by Isak, Spurs and the Old Trafford roof!
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Will signing Emi Martinez make Chelsea number one challengers to Arsenal?
@tomrenniesoccer went to Fulham v Chelsea on Monday and was really impressed by the Blues, and thought they were a top goalkeeper away from being challengers. Do they now have one?
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Manchester United mauled, Spurs spanked & Villa vanquished!
@tomrenniesoccer looks back at the first weekend of Premier League weekend! He was doing the commentary of Hull v Man U, did he see it coming? Also some thoughts on Spurs & Villa, plus why the way you leave a club matters.
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Arsenal thrash Coventry as the Premier League begins!
@tomrenniesoccer just got back from Arsenal's thrashing of Coventry, and gives you his review! Are the Gunners going to walk the title, how bad were Coventry, and why doesn't everyone give a poster away with the programme?
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All change at Aston Villa... but why?
Aston Villa are being very busy in the transfer market, so what is going on? Plus, Tom takes a few minutes to rag on Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who downed tools as West Ham were relegated, and is getting a move to Villa!
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Arsenal look ready, tough debut for Diet Pep.
Tom Rennie looks back at the Community Shield, where Arsenal thrashed new look Manchester City.
And a short rant about Nuno, because nobody was there to stop him.
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Thomas Tuchel Must Go
What a disaster. Tom breaks down England’s catastrophic loss to Argentina and explains why Thomas Tuchel has to be sacked after the World Cup elimination. Sorry Tim.
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USA & England Through!
Tom breaks down the USA’s win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, if Flo Balogun deserved to be sent off, Harry Kane’s heroics for England, the fact that the Three Lions need to win the tournament for their star striker, and… falling asleep during Belgium-Senegal. Sorry Tim.
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We're Writing Off The Germans!
Tom breaks down Germany's stunning loss to Paraguay, laments the terrible penalties we saw in Monday's action, eats crow about thinking Germany & the Netherlands would go through, breaks down the horrendous England squad and, of course, talks about hydration breaks. Sorry Tim.
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So It's Not Coming Home?
Tom is back to moan about England's disappointing draw with Ghana and the astronomical World Cup ticket prices. Then, he breaks down Messi's record breaking performance, Ronaldo getting back into goal scoring form and more! Sorry Tim.
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Tom thinks It’s Coming Home (Maybe)... but should Cristiano Ronaldo have stayed home?
Tom is excited about England for the first time in 30 years. Cristiano Ronaldo is slowing Portugal down. Will the Three Lions finally win their second World Cup? Will Roberto Martinez make the big call? It’s all that and more on Week in the Tackle! Sorry Tim.
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Cabo Verde Hold Spain, USMNT Dominate Paraguay & Hydration Breaks!
Tom Rennie takes you around all of the major World Cup highlights, from Cape Verde’s draw (win?) with Spain, the U.S. Men’s National Team’s dominant performance against Paraguay, hydration breaks and more! Sorry Tim.
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Our World Cup Picks & USMNT Outlook
The guys recap Dunny’s time in Chicago as the U.S. squared off with Germany in their World Cup send off match. Then, we discuss tournament favorites, dark horses, if this could be the final ride for Ronaldo/Messi & more! Sorry Tim.
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World Cup Preview & PSG Win the Champions League
Tom & Dunny get you ready for the World Cup, breaking down the historic moment for the U.S. Men’s National Team, the biggest things we’re watching out for, our favorites to win it, what the dominant style will be in the tournament and more. Plus, thoughts on PSG beating Arsenal in the Champions League final. Sorry Tim.
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Arsenal Win the Premier League Title
Tom & Dunny reconvene for a special midweek episode to celebrate Arsenal's title win. From Mikel Arteta recognizing the moment, to the imperious defense, to Arsenal fans taking it out on everyone else, we cover it all on Week in the Tackle! Sorry Tim.
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Pep Guardiola Leaving Manchester City? Plus, Xabi Alonso to Chelsea, Heartbreak in Scotland & more!
Tom & Dunny discuss a forgettable FA Cup Final, Pep Guardiola saying goodbye to Manchester City, Xabi Alonso walking in the door at Chelsea, another controversial handball decision in the Premier League, Tom’s frustrations with Nuno, Celtic winning the Scottish title, Lamine Yamal’s concerning injuries & more! Sorry Tim.
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VAR Has Failed
An inexcusable VAR decision in West Ham-Arsenal. Is it time to scrap it? Arsenal now have a clear path towards the Premier League title. Tottenham drop more points to keep the relegation race alive. Will Xabi Alonso be the next manager of Chelsea? Jose Mourinho is heading back to Real Madrid!? And what in the world is going on with James Rodriguez in Minnesota? Tom Rennie & Brian Dunseth discuss all that and more in this week’s episode! Sorry Tim.
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The Title Race Bottle Job & Time to Bin VAR?
Arsenal finally show the style we’ve all been crying out for while Manchester City slip in the title race. Tom is fuming over the West Ham game. Is it time to get rid of VAR? Did Aston Villa throw the game against Tottenham? Roberto de Zerbi saved Spurs while Nuno has doomed West Ham. Has Michael Carrick done enough to earn the Manchester United job? Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium might be cursed. And Sean Dyche has joined Instagram! Tom Rennie and Brian Dunseth discuss it all on this week’s episode! Sorry Tim.
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This FA Cup Final Could Be An Email
Tottenham get their first win of 2026 but stay in the relegation zone thanks to West Ham. Did West Ham get away with some dodgy refereeing against Everton? Do Manchester City really care about the FA Cup Final or are they just circumventing the rules? Chelsea players all the sudden decide to play once Rosenior was shown the door. Is anyone excited about an FA Cup Final featuring Chelsea & Manchester City? Dunny recaps his trip to Miami. And we saw an old school punch-up in Spain. Tom & Dunny discuss it all on Week in the Tackle! Sorry Tim.
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BONUS → Goodbye LinkedIn Liam
Tom Rennie pops in for a bonus episode to discuss Liam Rosenior’s sacking, how Rosenior doomed himself, how much blame Chelsea should take, where the club and Rosenior go from here and more. Sorry Tim.
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Manchester City Take Charge, Tottenham Devastated by Brighton & Chelsea’s Downward Spiral
Tom & Dunny recap Manchester City’s crucial win over Arsenal, why the Gunners are crumbling again, Rayan Cherki’s fairytale moment, Donnarumma’s issues playing the ball out of the back, the Haaland v. Gabriel battle, Doku & O’Reilly’s fantastic performances, Tottenham dropping more points in the relegation race, Chelsea fans being fed up with BlueCo, where Andoni Iraola should go after leaving Bournemouth, Dunny’s MLS Headlines & more! Sorry Tim.
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Arsenal Crumbling & the Rise of Rayan Cherki
Tom and Dunny discuss Arsenal’s woeful performance against Bournemouth, the reasons Arsenal are starting to crumble, who the favorite should be to win the Premier League title, Rayan Cherki being the man to replace Kevin De Bruyne at Manchester City, the lack of superstars in the Premier League this season, Tottenham continuing to plummet, which teams we think will go down and more. Plus, are clip-on sunglasses cool? Sorry Tim.
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Arsenal Crumbling, Liverpool in Peril & How Old is Too Old to Wear a Jersey?
Tom & Dunny discuss Southampton’s win over Arsenal in the FA Cup, if the Gunners’ season is about to fizzle out, the issue with Arsenal’s culture, Liverpool “giving up” against Manchester City, the Reds’ horrendous summer transfer business, if the club should move on from Virgil van Dijk, Inter Miami’s new stadium, Patrick Agyemang’s heartbreaking injury and what it means for the USMNT at the World Cup. Plus, they answer the age old question… how old is too old to wear a jersey? Sorry Tim.
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Are the USMNT ready for Prime Time?
Dunny is back from covering the USA's March friendlies... where they lost to Belgium & Portugal. Rennie wants to know, are they ready for the World Cup?
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Manchester City Take Down Arsenal, Tottenham’s Idiocy & Jorginho v. Chappell Roan
Tom & Dunny are back together to discuss Manchester City’s Carabao Cup title, Arsenal’s lack of a Plan B, Rayan Cherki’s brilliant Dunsethery, Tottenham continuing to crumble, the insane decision to build the Forest game up as an “all or nothing” match, the pressure building on Liam Rosenior at Chelsea and the crazy feud brewing between Jorginho and Chappell Roan. Sorry Tim.
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