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Let's Kick It Off!
Another sports podcast...Join Steve, Ash & Az having unfiltered football discussion. Get raw, honest opinions on matches, players, tactics and the latest football news. No fluff, just real insights and a lively debate. Join us for a true fan's perspective on all things from the beautiful game! Title music credit: Sport Rock Trailer - Medium 1 by LiteSaturation -- https://freesound.org/s/762695/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Produced by: LKIO Productions
Episodes
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Man Utd 3-2 Roma: A Historic Comeback... But Is It Enough?! | LKIO Ep. 87
Manchester United's dramatic 3–2 comeback against Roma brought the Old Trafford crowd to life, but did it change anything about Michael Carrick's future?…
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Man Utd preparing for Carrick's departure with Howe or Nagelsmann to replace him?! | LKIO Ep. 86
Manchester United have been humiliated 3-0 by Bournemouth, yet Michael Carrick remains in charge. Why haven't INEOS acted? Steve, Ash and Az are joined by Ed…
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Ricky Hatton: The Fighter Who Captured a Nation with Adam Smith | LKIO Ep. 85
Ricky Hatton wasn't just a world champion. He was a working-class hero who united Manchester, brought football and boxing fans together, and created nights…
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Man City supporter Lee has ZERO REGRETS with everything he's seen! | LKIO Ep. 84
Lifelong blue, Lee, joins us to share his journey supporting City through the darkest days, the unforgettable Agüero moment and the transformation under Sheikh…
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Man City are Innocent?! Kabs Slams PL Rules & Man Utd in Turmoil Again! | LKIO Ep. 83
Manchester United’s standards are under scrutiny after a dismal run of results and Lisandro Martínez’s public criticism of the club’s hierarchy. Steve, Ash…
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Manchester City Found GUILTY: Strip ALL Their Titles & Owners Must Go! | LKIO Ep. 82
Manchester City’s 114-charge scandal has blown up the entire Premier League era and this episode asks the question every fan is thinking: what happens now?…
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Michael Carrick on the brink after a horror week? Cunha rescues a draw at Fulham| LKIO Ep. 81
Manchester United are not just out of rhythm—they look predictable, passive, and one injury away from a full-blown crisis. In this heated breakdown, Steve…
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Real issues at Manchester United exposed after Brighton defeat | LKIO Ep. 80
Manchester United threw away a 2-0 lead against Brighton, and the fallout goes far beyond one bad night. Steve and Az break down how a promising first half…
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Andy Mitten: Manchester United understood Elliot Anderson wanted to join | LKIO Ep. 79
Ahead of the Manchester derby, Steve caught up with Andy Mitten — editor of United We Stand, writer for The Athletic and regular on the Talk of the Devils…
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Is Michael Carrick feeling the pressure after Man Utd's draw at Everton? | LKIO Ep. 78
Steve, Ash and Jackson dig into United’s frustrating 2-2 draw at Everton and what it says about Michael Carrick’s side three games into the new season. United…
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Could Chelsea actually win the Premier League? Rogers, Santos & Transfer Breakdown | LKIO Ep. 77
This episode breaks down the summer transfer window from both Chelsea and Manchester United perspectives, with Amar joining Steve, Ash & Az to compare squad…
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Liverpool under Iraola & new investment by consortium including Jeff Bezos | LKIO Ep. 76
Kabs joins Steve & Ash to explain what the new minority investment into Liverpool actually means, who's really behind it, why the reported stake size matters…
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Diabolical Manchester United Defeat at Hull City in Opening Game | LKIO Ep. 75
Steve is joined by Ash and Scott to break down Manchester United’s 2-0 opening-day defeat to Hull and what it says about the squad, the manager, and the club’s…
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Did Manchester United miss out on Elliot Anderson? 2026/7 Season Preview | LKIO Ep. 74
Join us as we kick off the 2026-27 Premier League season! A brutal truth about Manchester United's window - depth matters, but quality wins games. Steve, Ash…
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FIFA's attempt to sell the World Cup & Manchester United ownership w/ Ed Barker (NQAT) | LKIO Ep. 73
Join us as we dive deep into the world of football with Ed Barker from the No Question About That podcast! ⚽️In this episode, we discuss the recent World Cup…
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Rashford should STAY?! Man Utd's Summer Transfer Window with Mark Ogden (ESPN) | LKIO Ep. 72
Manchester United's transfer window has been filled with surprises, controversy, and a new vision for the future - are they finally moving in the right…
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ESPN's Mark Ogden Exclusive on 2026 World Cup, England & Spain/Argentina Final | LKIO Ep. 71
Join us as we dive into the thrilling World Cup journey! ⚽️ In this video, Steve and Mark Ogden, senior writer for ESPN, discuss the highs and lows of the…
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England defeat Norway in roasting Miami heat! Argentina & Messi semi-final awaits! | LKIO Ep. 70
Join us as we dive into the excitement of the England vs. Argentina World Cup semi-final! ⚽️In this episode, we discuss:* Insights on the recent England vs…
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England KO Mexico in The Azteca! Bellingham Brilliance, Kane Delivers & Heroic Lions | LKIO Ep. 69
In this episode, we analyse the latest World Cup matches, focusing on England's historic win at the Azteca, Jude Bellingham's standout performance, and the…
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World Cup 2026: England's Route to Glory! Tuchel, Messi & Cape Verde | LKIO Ep. 68
In our first ever studio podcast, we break down everything from an incredible group stage and preview the road to the World Cup Final. 🏆 We discuss: Can…
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Champions League Final, Arsenal Title Win & World Cup 2026 Preview | LKIO - Ep 67
Join us as we dive into the emotional rollercoaster of Arsenal's recent Champions League final and their long-awaited Premier League title win! ⚽️In this…
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Carl Anka on Amorim, Carrick, Mainoo & United’s Transfer Targets | LKIO - Ep 66
Manchester United’s rebuild is finally taking shape — but what has actually changed behind the scenes?Joining us for the first time on LKIO is The Athletic’s…
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Manchester United beat Liverpool & return to Champions League | LKIO - Ep 65
In this episode, we dive into Manchester United's thrilling 3-2 victory over Liverpool, featuring a stunning winner from Kobbie Mainoo. We discuss the…
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PL Title Run-In: Arsenal or Manchester City to win it?! | LKIO - Ep 64
The conversation covers the Arsenal vs. Manchester City game, Gabriel's red card incident, and the final stretch of the season. It delves into Arsenal's…
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Man Utd’s MOST SIGNIFICANT Summer Transfer Window with Dan Khan of Sky Sports | LKIO - Ep 63
The conversation delves into the summer transfer targets and the club's approach to the transfer window, highlighting the significance of the upcoming transfer…
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Dan Khan of Sky Sports Provides LATEST Update on Michael Carrick | LKIO - Ep 62
The conversation delves into the assessment of Michael Carrick's reign as the Manchester United manager, the ongoing search for a permanent manager, and the…
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Ian Irving on Michael Carrick, Bruno Fernandes, Managerial Market & Glazers/INEOS | LKIO - Ep 61
Ian Irving from The Athletic joins us as we cover Ian's background, his roles and podcasting, and a discussion on the Bournemouth draw and managerial…
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Ep 60: Carrick's winning start rocked by Newcastle defeat - should he take United forward?
The recent form of Manchester United has been a mix of wins, draws, and defeats, with notable performances in key games. The discussion also delves into the…
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Ep 59: Jim Ratcliffe Causes a STORM with Immigration Comments. Has he Weakened Manchester United?
Jamie Jackson (The Guardian) and Steve Crompton (The 1958) join Steve & Ash to dissect the controversial comments made by Jim Ratcliffe, the reactions and…
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Ep 58: Jamie Jackson EXCLUSIVE: Man Utd Fan Protests, Amorim Sacking, INEOS & Carrick
Jamie Jackson, the Manchester football correspondent for The Guardian, joins Steve & Ash to cover the topics of fan activism, club management, and media…
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Ep 57: Manchester United Win at Arsenal, Cunha Magic, Dorgu Screamer & Upcoming Protest!
The conversation covers a range of topics including the impact of Michael Carrick on Manchester United's performance, the analysis of Arsenal's performance…
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Ep 56: GLAZERS & INEOS – IT’S GAME OVER | The 1958 Reveal Why Protests Are Happening
The conversation delves into the ownership and management issues at Manchester United, highlighting the impact of decisions on match-going fans. It explores…
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Ep 55: Michael Carrick Appointed as Manchester United Head Coach, FA Cup Defeat & INEOS Troubles
The conversation covers the transition of management at Manchester United, the interim managerial role, managerial experience, qualifications, and team…
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Ep 54: The Ruben Plan Is Over! Amorim Sacked, Jason Wilcox Fallout, INEOS & New Manager Candidates
The lads discuss the sacking of Ruben Amorim as the head coach of Manchester United. They delve into the reasons behind the decision, the potential candidates…
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Ep 53: New Year, Same Problems for Manchester United? Draw against Wolves - Missing Bruno Fernandes!
The lads discuss the ongoing challenges faced by Manchester United, reflecting on the recent team's performance and management issues. They also delve into the…
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Ep 52: 2025 Christmas Special (Pt. 2) | United lose to Villa, Bruno Fernandes Injured & Kobbie Mainoo's Brother!
The lads debate Man Utd's recent form where they have picked up 1 point from a possible 6. AFCON players have departed and now Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie…
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Ep 51: 2025 Christmas Special (Pt. 1) | GOAT Xmas Songs/Movies & Quiz!
The lads celebrate Christmas with Secret Santa gifts, debating the best Christmas songs/movies and a quiz!
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Ep 50: United win at Wolves, Kobbie Mainoo's Future & Mo Salah's Explosive Interview!
We dive into Manchester United's victory over Wolves. From tactical insights to player highlights, this episode offers a comprehensive look at United's…
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Ep 49: Ruben Amorim, We're Not Convinced! United win at Crystal Palace, goals from Zirkzee & Mount.
Steve is joined by Ash, Ron & Scott and simply put, they are still not convinced by Ruben Amorim despite United's win at Palace and the recent improvement in…
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Ep 48: Defeat to Everton - WTF is The Ruben Plan?!
Steve, Ash and Az celebrate 1 year of LKIO and dive into discussing United's defeat to Everton. They also touch on the chaotic nature of the Premier League…
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Ep 47: SPECIAL: Ashes Down Under - Cricket's Greatest Rivalry Returns!
Steve, Ash, AJ, and George dive into the excitement and history of the Ashes series. From memorable moments to predictions for the upcoming series, this…
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Ep 46: Are Manchester United Really Back?
Steve and Ash assess Manchester United’s recent performances, including the away games at Forest and Spurs. From improving team spirit to hierarchy concerns…
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Ep 45: Kieran Maguire Returns - Football Finance!
Football finance expert Kieran Maguire returns to discuss the state of Manchester United’s finances, INEOS, stadium plans and Middle Eastern investment…
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Ep 44: United Win at Anfield!
The lads relive Manchester United’s historic win at Anfield, breaking down the key moments, standout performances, and tactical calls that sealed the victory…
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Ep 43: Last-Minute Limbs in West London
Harry and James join Steve to relive the drama of Chelsea’s last-minute winner against Liverpool, discuss Arsenal’s title push, and ponder England’s World Cup…
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Ep 42: They Think It’s All Over!
They think it’s all over for Amorim — it is now? After Brentford pile on the misery, Coach Raj joins the lads to debate whether Manchester United need a new…
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Ep 41: The Reds singing in the Rain!
The lads reflect on a big win for United against Chelsea. They discuss the Merseyside Derby & Liverpool's transition, how the Premier league is evolving with…
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Ep 40: Derby Day Disaster!
The lads react to Manchester United’s 3–0 defeat to Manchester City. They question Ruben Amorim’s tactics, the players’ mentality, and where the club is…
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Ep 39: Transfer Window Done, Derby Day Awaits!
The lads dive into United’s keeper conundrum, the risks of betting on raw talent, and the battle shaping up in midfield before turning all eyes to a massive…
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Ep 38: Carlos Brathwaite Exclusive (Pt. 2) on Cricket, World Cup Glory & Psychology
World Cup–winning West Indies star Carlos Brathwaite joins Steve & Ash to discuss his journey in cricket. From his 2016 heroics to mental health, Carlos opens…
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Ep 37: Carlos Brathwaite Exclusive (Pt. 1) on Man Utd, Grimsby defeat & Ruben Amorim
World Cup–winning cricketer Carlos Brathwaite joins Steve & Ash to unpack Manchester United’s stunning loss to Grimsby, the pressure on Ruben Amorim, and the…
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Ep 36: United Activating Crisis Mode Already?!
Ron & Scott join Steve, Ash & Az to dissect Manchester United’s rocky start after the Fulham draw and Arsenal defeat. From tactical flaws and midfield…
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Ep 35: United Arsenal Rivalry Lives On!
AJ joins Steve, Ash & Az to break down the latest clash between Manchester United and Arsenal. The lads also cover the weekend’s other Premier League drama…
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Ep 34: Let's Kick Season 2 Off!
Steve is joined by Ash, Az and Kabs to break down the upcoming 25/26 Premier League season. Join us to hear their hot takes on Man Utd, Liverpool, Arsenal, Man…
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Ep 33: SEASON 1 FINALE: Do Oasis Have The GOAT Setlist?
Fresh from the Manchester reunion shows, the lads break down Oasis' legendary return and ask the big question: does any artist in history have a stronger live…
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Ep 32: BONUS: 24/25 Team of the Season - Draft War!
The lads go head-to-head in a no-holds-barred draft to build their Teams of the Season. Big names, bold picks and plenty of snubs. Who’s got the best XI?
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Ep 31: BONUS: Let's Wrap It Up!
The lads cover it all in this end-of-season party special. Manchester United drama, transfer talk, summer sports, and a touch of Oasis nostalgia. Chapters…
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Ep 30: 24/25 Season Wrapped!
The lads look back at a wild 2024/25 campaign across all competitions . They share standout moments, surprises, disappointments and reminisce over the laughs…
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Ep 29: BONUS: United's Ownership Uncovered
Another bonus episode! The lads dig into Manchester United’s current ownership state following Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s minority takeover. What does it mean for the…