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The Daily’s Lman on the Latest Football News
As we welcomed Jonathan and Ian, two football editors at The Daily, onto the show, they gave us the rundown of the latest back pages. We started with the transfer window, discussing Liverpool’s potential signing of Jeremy Friong and whether it’s a bold move or not. Jonathan noted that Friong is a fantastic player, but Liverpool already have players who can play in that position. Ian agreed, saying it’s about depth and having horses for courses, depending on the opposition.
The topic of the Dutch link brought up by Friong’s potential signing sparked a discussion on the value of having players with a similar style and cultural background. Ian mentioned that the Dutch coach knows Friong’s abilities and would likely want to bring in another Dutch player to fit into the team’s style.
Next, we touched on the horror incident in the Premier League, where Taiwo Awoniyi was injured after colliding with the post, and the subsequent rule review on offside flags. Jonathan shared his thoughts on how this incident highlights the issue of "dead football" and the potential for devastating injuries during these late flag-raising situations. Ian noted that the players’ union, PFA, is pushing for a rule change, but it’s not a significant enough move considering the noise around the issue.
We then shifted to the FIFA Congress, where European delegates walked out due to Jan Vantino’s delayed arrival. Jonathan and Ian agreed that this incident has sparked a growing rift between FIFA and UEFA, and it’s a sign that key figures in the game are dissatisfied with Infantino’s leadership.
Finally, we briefly touched on the idea of a 60-64 team World Cup in 2033, with Jonathan expressing his disinterest in the development.
Transcript of the article
Welcome to the show today, Jonathan and Ian, both football editors at The Daily. Let’s quickly run through the back pages…
(The article continues, covering various football news and issues, including transfer windows, player injuries, and governance of the sport.)
