Man City vs Liverpool, Arsenal and Ballon d’Or

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Oct 12, 2026

Man City vs Liverpool, Arsenal and Ballon d’Or

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Show notes

Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal headline this episode of The Underdog Football Show as Chris Horwedel examines the Premier League title race, City’s trip to Anfield and Arsenal’s meeting with Leeds United. Chris also breaks down Chelsea’s attacking form, Brighton’s impressive start and Manchester United’s clash with Tottenham, alongside the emerging Golden Boot, Golden Glove and PFA Player of the Year races. Across Europe, the discussion covers Barcelona and Real Madrid in La Liga, the potential implications of Vinícius Júnior’s suspension ahead of El Clásico, and an extraordinary Bundesliga weekend involving Bayern Munich and Freiburg. Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal take center stage in a Ballon d’Or debate that weighs individual brilliance against team achievements. Chris also examines the USWNT’s meeting with Spain, England’s Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign and the MLS playoff picture, including Inter Miami, Nashville SC, Philadelphia Union and Charlotte FC. Transfer discussions feature Mark McKenzie’s Philadelphia return and Abdoulaye Doucouré’s move to Charlotte. Beyond the biggest leagues, discover West Didsbury and Chorlton’s remarkable supporter-driven story in English non-league football. The episode also explores Manchester City’s financial-rule case and a FIFPRO survey highlighting the financial challenges facing professional women’s players.

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