Who needs the FA Cup most this season?

2025/1/10

The Athletic FC Podcast

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Adam Leventhal

David Ornstein

George Caulkin

Jack Pitbrooke

Mark Critchley

Simon Johnson

Tim Spiers

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Adam Leventhal: 我们讨论了本赛季哪些英超球队最需要足总杯。托特纳姆热刺和纽卡斯尔联队在《The Athletic》的“重要性计”中名列前茅，两队都有可能在联赛杯决赛中相遇。卫冕冠军曼联将前往酋长球场挑战14次夺冠的阿森纳，阿森纳自2020年夺冠后从未进入足总杯第四轮。阿尔特塔本赛季需要一座奖杯吗？鲁本·阿莫林的进步如何衡量？此外，我们还讨论了伯恩茅斯和布伦特福德的夺冠可能性，以及足总杯是否失去了魔力。 Tim Spiers: 我热爱足总杯，它带给我许多美好的回忆。然而，赛程安排、缺乏重赛以及球队轮换等问题，都对足总杯的魅力造成了一定程度的损害。 Mark Critchley: 足总杯对不同球队的重要性不同。对于一些球队来说，赢得奖杯比联赛排名更重要，而对于另一些球队来说，则更注重球队的整体进步和发展。 Jack Pitbrooke: 对于托特纳姆热刺来说，足总杯非常重要，因为联赛战绩不佳，而波斯特科格鲁也表示会在第二个赛季赢得奖杯。 George Caulkin: 纽卡斯尔联队渴望赢得奖杯，这不仅是为了庆祝，也是为了展现球队自收购以来的进步。 Simon Johnson: 切尔西需要赢得奖杯来证明球队正走在正确的道路上，并重拾昔日的辉煌。

Deep Dive

Key Insights

Why do Tottenham and Newcastle lead The Athletic's FA Cup Import-o-meter?

Tottenham and Newcastle lead the Import-o-meter because their fans view winning the FA Cup as highly important. Tottenham fans, in particular, see it as crucial due to their poor recent record in the competition, having not won it since 1991 and not reached a final since then. Newcastle fans also crave a domestic trophy, as the club hasn't won one in 70 years.

What is the significance of the FA Cup for Arsenal this season?

The FA Cup holds significant importance for Arsenal as they seek to end a five-season trophy drought. Despite their recent struggles in the competition, with no progress past the fourth round since 2020, 85% of Arsenal fans consider winning the FA Cup important. It’s seen as a way to validate the progress Mikel Arteta has made with the team.

How does the FA Cup factor into Manchester United's season under Ruben Amorim?

For Manchester United, the FA Cup is less of a priority compared to laying the foundations for Ruben Amorim’s long-term vision. While 36% of United fans see it as important, 39% consider it not important. The focus is on rebuilding and establishing Amorim’s style, rather than short-term trophy success.

Why is the FA Cup particularly important for clubs like Bournemouth and Brentford?

For clubs like Bournemouth and Brentford, the FA Cup represents a rare opportunity to win a major trophy. Bournemouth, who have never won a major trophy, see it as a chance for glory despite only 25% of their fans voting it as very important. Brentford, with a strong home record, could also make a deep run if they avoid resting key players in early rounds.

Has the FA Cup lost its magic in recent years?

The FA Cup has faced criticism for losing some of its magic due to scheduling changes, replays being scrapped, and teams often resting key players. However, it still holds special significance for lower-league clubs and fans, providing memorable giant-killing moments and runs that create lifelong memories.

Chapters

Sean Dyche's departure from Everton is discussed, analyzing the timing, the reasons behind it, and the potential appointment of David Moyes as his replacement. The discussion includes Everton's financial situation and their upcoming move to a new stadium.

Sean Dyche's departure from Everton
David Moyes as potential replacement
Everton's financial situation
New stadium move

Shownotes Transcript

With the FA Cup is upon us again, we're asking which Premier League side needs the competition most this season?

Tottenham and Newcastle lead the way on the The Athletic's Import-o-meter, with both sides currently on course to meet in the Carabao Cup final.

FA Cup holders Manchester United head to the Emirates to face record 14-time winners Arsenal, who since winning the competition in 2020 have not progressed past the fourth round. Does Mikel Arteta need a trophy this season? And how will Ruben Amorim's progress be measured?

Plus - outside shouts for Bournemouth and Brentford, and has the FA Cup lost its magic?

Host: Adam Leventhal

With: Tim Spiers, Mark Citchley

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Jay Beale

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