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John Bennett is joined by James Horncastle for the latest episode of Euro Leagues. Julien Laurens drops in to discuss the announcement by Didier Deschamps that he will be standing down as France boss in 2026. Will Zinedine Zidane be next? And Ernest Macia from Radio Catalunya joins the team to discuss the latest regarding Dani Olmo after it emerges he is allowed to play for Barcelona – for now! We hear from Guillem Balague and Rafa Honigstein to discuss who might move in January – with Ronald Araujo, Donyell Malen and Marcus Rashford among the names. And the good form at AC Milan and Roma under their new managers is also discussed.TIMECODES 1 min – James discusses the most famous players he has shared coffee with. 3 mins – Julien drops in to discuss the big news about Didier Deschamps – plus who might succeed him. 15 mins – Why it is working for Sergio Conceicao at AC Milan. 24 mins - Ernest Macia joins the pod to discuss the news that Barcelona have been given temporary approval to re-register Dami Olmo and Pau Victor. 32 mins - Claudio Ranieri and why it is going so well for him at Roma. 37 mins – Transfer latest – with Guillem Balague and Rafa Honigstein dropping in as they discuss Ronald Araujo, Donyell Malen and Marcus Rashford.

Aaron Paul is joined by Jobi McAnuff and Leyton Orient manager Richie Wellens to reflect on the latest stories in the EFL. New Gillingham manager John Coleman drops by to discuss his decision to get back into the game and his aims and ambitions with the club this season. With Luton just 2 points above the Championship relegation zone, the guys discuss Luton’s decision to part company with Rob Edwards after 10 successive away defeats. The FA Cup third round is on the horizon – Harrogate CEO Sarah Barry looks ahead to their match with Leeds - and Richie discusses Leyton Orient’s tie with Derby, as well as giving an insight into his team’s recent fine form!Time Codes: 01:40 – Leyton Orient with Richie Wellens 10:30 – John Coleman in at Gillingham 24:45 – Rob Edwards out at Luton 35:30 – Fantasy EFL 36:30 – FA Cup Third Round Preview 38:30 – Harrogate CEO Sarah Barry 45:30 – 72Plus/72Minus5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 9th January FA CUP: Everton v Peterborough United 1945 KO FA CUP: Fulham v Watford 1945 KO Friday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KO Saturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KO Sunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO

Steve Crossman presents reaction to Spurs’ 1-0 win over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.Ian Dennis, Michael Brown and Charlie Adam join Steve to react to the result.Lucas Bergvall’s first goal for the club means Spurs will take that 1-0 lead to Anfield where the second leg of the semi-final will be played in February.Hear from Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou and Liverpool manager Arne Slot.Timecodes: 00:30 Liverpool anger at Bergvall winner 01:30 Youngsters shine for Spurs 11:00 Liverpool not at the races 15:35 Ange Postecoglou post-match 18:10 Arne Slot post-match 21:20 Semi-final first legs summarised5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 9th January FA CUP: Everton v Peterborough United 1945 KO FA CUP: Fulham v Watford 1945 KOFriday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KOSaturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KOSunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO

Steve Crossman presents reaction to Julen Lopetegui’s West Ham departure. Ian Dennis, Michael Brown and Charlie Adam join Steve after reports that Graham Potter will take over at the club.The news of Potter’s imminent appointment has been widely reported, with the former Brighton and Chelsea manager expected to sign a two-and-a-half-year contract in East London.Also hear from Spanish football expert Guillem Balague and West Ham podcaster Sean Whetstone.Timecodes: 01:00 Julen Lopetegui sacked 08:55 Is Graham Potter the right appointment? 18:20 Guillem Balague on Lopetegui 26:55 Sean Whetstone Lopetegui's departure 31:50 Do West Ham fans want Potter? 33:20 Tim Steidten’s role5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 9th January FA CUP: Everton v Peterborough United 1945 KO FA CUP: Fulham v Watford 1945 KOFriday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KOSaturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KOSunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO