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The Final Third

The Final Third

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Welcome to The Final Third, your go-to podcast for all things football strategy and on-pitch action.

Join hosts Chuck and Owen, along with producer Ben, as we break down the game in accessible language and enjoy the game like your mates at the pub.. From tactical analyses to player performances, we dive deep into the nuances of various games, and look at the interesting matches you can look forward to. Whether you’re a stats nerd or a tactical aficionado, we bring you insightful discussions that elevate your understanding of the beautiful game. Tune in and get ready to see football through a sharper lens—because it’s all about what happens in that crucial final third!

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  • Derby Weekend, AFCON Drama, and Arsenal’s Next Test

    Derby Weekend, AFCON Drama, and Arsenal’s Next Test
    Jan 17 2026

    This week on The Final Third, we pick through the midweek fallout, then turn to AFCON semi-final night: Senegal edging Egypt, and Morocco squeezing past Nigeria on penalties.

    After that, it’s full focus on the Premier League slate: Manchester United vs Manchester City with Michael Carrick in the spotlight, Chelsea vs Brentford as the form team visits a club searching for stability, Forest trying to scrap their way through Arsenal’s title push, and Villa looking to keep their charge going against Everton.

    We conclude with AOB, including transfer-window noise, and the usual FIFA nonsense.

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    53 mins
  • Managers Firing Broadsides at Employers, and a Seven-Goal Thriller

    Managers Firing Broadsides at Employers, and a Seven-Goal Thriller
    Jan 10 2026

    This week on The Final Third, the lads return to unpack back-to-back Premier League weekends full of chaos, comebacks, and talking points. Newcastle threw away a two-goal lead, then went and won a seven-goal thriller. Arsenal and Liverpool served up a tactical deadlock, while Villa’s form seesawed between ruthless and toothless.


    There’s also United’s managerial implosion, a look back at the Festive Fixtures, and a glance at AFCON’s quarter-final line-up stacked with giants of the African game.


    It’s sharp, it’s packed, and it’s very much The Final Third.

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    57 mins
  • Spurs host Liverpool and AFCON kicks off!

    Spurs host Liverpool and AFCON kicks off!
    Dec 19 2025

    Welcome back to The Final Third! In this episode, we break down another chaotic week of football, looking back at the weekend's biggest talking points and looking ahead to a massive round of upcoming fixtures.

    First up, we review the weekend's action, including a trip to Villa Park for Arsenal and Manchester City's clash with Sunderland. We also dissect Manchester United's performance at Molineux before turning our attention to their challenging weekend trip to England's second city to face Unai Emery's men.

    In our preview section, all eyes are on North London as Tottenham Hotspur host Liverpool in a game that could have huge implications for both sides. We also look at Chelsea's tough away day at Newcastle United.

    Finally, we wrap up, discussing the latest developments in the legal battle between PSG and Kylian Mbappé, plus a look ahead to the Africa Nations Cup.

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    1 hr
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