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As reports emerge suggesting Manchester City could face a heavy points deduction that would see them relegated from the Premier League, Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan are joined by former footballer and pundit Graeme Souness, alongside former Sunderland and Charlton owner Charlie Methven, to discuss whether relegation would be punishment enough or whether the Premier League should go further and force the club’s owners out. Graeme also pulls no punches when discussing Arsenal stars Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, branding the latter a “diver” and, much to Piers’ dismay, declaring that Rice has “no chance” of winning the Ballon d’Or. Finally, the panel turn their attention to Manchester United’s continued poor run of form and debate whether Michael Carrick is up to the task of managing the side. The scrutiny surrounding the club continues to intensify, fuelled by Martinez’s midweek interview following the Champions League clash with Atlético Madrid, in which he criticised the ownership and sporting directors over a perceived lack of investment in the squad. For ad-free & bonus content, join here: https://piersmorgan.tv (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:07) Are Arsenal now the Unwatchables making neutral fans root for arch-cheaters Manchester City? (00:08:32) The panel give their view on if Michael Carrick is the right man for Manchester United, the Conte to United rumours and if Martinez should be shipped off after outburst (00:19:04) Piers and Souness clash over if Liverpool will make top four and if they should be embarrassed after City loss (00:21:07) Graeme Souness accuses Bukayo Saka of diving and being a “cheat” (00:23:37) Souness on who was the hardest player he came up against (00:25:33) Charlie Methven, former Sunderland and Charlton owner, joins to discuss the threat Manchester City now poses to the Premier League brand (00:36:46) The panel clash over Manchester City’s and Phil Foden’s celebrations post charges (00:41:48) The panel discuss a number of senior black players refusing to take the knee this weekend (00:47:02) Piers gloats as Declan Rice is nominated for the Ballon d’Or (00:49:04) Arsene Wenger to replace Gianni Infantino as FIFA President? + Souness on not thinking Wenger is a “football man” (00:51:25) Simon Jordan reacts to Barney Ronay’s article and responds to claim he is a smart person for stupid people Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester City beat Liverpool 3-0 in yesterday’s match in a controversial game, marking Man City’s first match since the announcement that the club had been found guilty of 114 charges relating to financial cheating and obstructing the Premier League’s investigation. Boos rang around the stadium, while banners filled the stands as fans protested against Manchester City’s ownership. Backlash also swirled online, with questions raised over the players’ celebrations and reactions to the hostile atmosphere. Many felt the celebrations were excessive for a club found guilty of cheating, with Piers Morgan among those criticising the scenes online. To react to all this and more, co-hosts Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan are joined by Daily Mail Chief Sports Writer Oliver Holt and Manchester City fan and content creator Lawrence Bury, aka ‘Buvey’. They are also joined by former Liverpool and Newcastle United striker Andy Carroll, who weighs in on the Manchester City cheating controversy. Andy also discusses his book and reveals details of a traumatic experience in which he was sexually assaulted in his own home by a previously unnamed male celebrity. Andy opens up about how sharing his experience has helped others, including other footballers who have reached out to him with similar experiences. He explains that this was the main reason he decided to include the story in his book at the last minute, having previously removed it. (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) Piers opens the show with a rant against Manchester City  (00:02:26) Does Manchester City’s win show their place in the Premier League is untenable? (00:03:27) Piers and Simon clash over if Manchester City should be punished now (00:11:36) Andy Carroll on his view of the Manchester City scandal (00:16:47) Buvey joins to defend Manchester City and its fans (00:27:40) How would the panel react if Manchester City won the league? (00:36:15) Should Sky show Manchester City games while punishment looms?  (00:38:59) Andy Carroll gives his view on Cristiano Ronaldo + Piers and Simon row over the Carragher spat (00:44:15) Andy Carroll discusses his book and the sexual assault revelations in it (00:53:11) Andy Carroll on Dagenham, KSI and going back after the sexual assault came out (00:54:48) Andy Carroll on Fabio Capello and Wayne Rooney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristiano Ronaldo’s public fallout with Portuguese manager Jorge Jesus has made headlines this week, after the Portuguese striker and one of the greatest footballers of all time broke his silence on what happened between them, leading to him leaving the Portugal camp early. In a lengthy statement posted across his social media pages, Ronaldo recounts the “promises” the manager made to him about playing time and the games in which he would be used. He then alleges that the manager went back on what he had told Cristiano in private, substituting him early in one game and leaving him on the bench for another. Piers Morgan has been staunchly defending Ronaldo’s statement online, having previously revealed on Football Uncensored earlier this week that the one thing Ronaldo does not tolerate is lying and disrespect. So does Portugal’s greatest-ever player have a point? Or, as many have argued online, is he behaving unprofessionally, with the manager having every right to treat him like any other player? Joining us to debate the entire story are TalkSport’s Jason Cundy, former player and commentator Andy Gray, and sports television host Richard Keys. (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:02) The panel debate the dramatic last few days for Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal (00:04:40) Piers clashes with Jason Cundy and Andy Gray over Jorge Jesus' Ronaldo 'promise' (00:08:22) Richard Keys argues Ronaldo has been outsmarted + Cundy clashes with Piers by saying Jorge Jesus is not a liar (00:12:16) Andy Gray on how whether it is ever correct to openly criticise the manager (00:18:46) Portuguese journalist Pedro Sepulveda on what fans think about the Ronaldo situation  (00:20:50) Andy Gray on if Ronaldo deserved honesty from the manager (00:24:17) Piers reveals what Ronaldo said to him about Simon Jordan (00:26:25) Who is the greatest of all time Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Manchester City’s alleged cheating scandal continues to grow, with the club submitting an appeal against the 114 charges they have been found guilty of, another huge story has begun circulating online involving one of the greatest players of all time: Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo left the Portugal camp early following an alleged fallout with manager Jorge Jesus. The reasons behind his departure are currently the subject of speculation, but Piers weighs in on what he believes happened between the pair. Joining Piers and Simon Jordan to discuss the Manchester City case, and what sanctions the club could face if they are found guilty following their appeal, is Sky Sports journalist Kaveh Solhekol. Finally, we are joined by Como 1907 Football Club President Mirwan Suwarso for an exclusive interview discussing the origins of the takeover, Cesc Fàbregas’ influence, their business model, and, finally, what he makes of Manchester City’s alleged cheating. (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:37 The panel react to the latest on the Manchester City scandal (00:04:05) Should Man City accept guilt and do a deal rather than continuing to fight? (00:09:40) The panel discuss if this scandal implicates Andy Burnham and how significant the punishment will actually be for Man City (00:15:40) Are the rules unfair against clubs like Man City? (00:21:23) Piers on what happened with Cristiano Ronaldo leaving the Portuguese national team (00:31:50) The panel discuss England, Thomas Tuchel and Piers slams Cole Palmer (00:36:05) Will Jude Bellingham be the greatest English player of all time? (00:39:04) Como President Mirwan Souwarso joins the show (00:43:23) Does Cesc Fabregas have a clause to be able to leave Como? (00:46:21) Mirwan Suwarso on not meeting FFP rules and Manchester City Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After over two years of waiting, we finally have a verdict on the 115 charges Manchester City faced over alleged financial breaches. The verdict? Guilty on 114 counts. Discussion online has erupted over what could be the biggest cheating scandal by a club in football history, which also saw Man City win more than 25 trophies since the new ownership took over in 2008. With Piers Morgan calling for relegation and a suspended points deduction to stop them bouncing back, and Simon Jordan suggesting an alternative punishment that wouldn’t negatively impact the league, what should their punishment be? Joining Piers and Simon on Football Uncensored to discuss the case are the Daily Mail’s Chief Sports Writer Oliver Holt, British football broadcaster Kieran Maguire, and Man City fan and online creator Steven McInerney. And finally, to react to the Ireland vs Israel match, the protests by Irish players against the country alleged to be committing genocide in Gaza, and all the discourse that followed the match, is former Irish footballer Eamon Dunphy. CHAPTERS: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:33) Kieran Maguire on what happens next for Manchester City (00:05:36) Oliver Holt on how Manchester City should be punished (00:09:51) Nation state ownership of Premier League football clubs  (00:13:52) Piers on why he has zero empathy for Manchester City fans (00:16:40) Piers and Simon clash over whether Manchester City should be relegated (00:20:45) What did Pep Guardiola know and does he have questions to answer? (00:24:08) Mass exodus of players and what sanction should the club face? (00:31:20) Piers and Steven have a HEATED back and forth  (00:38:10) Eamon Dunphy joins to discuss Manchester City (00:41:58) Dunphy on Ireland vs Israel and player protest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andros Townsend was the talk of social media after a viral clip showed him being run over by a pitch roller during a warm-up for his team in Thailand. Thankfully, Andros was left unscathed and even went on to play in the same match later that evening. This came during the same weekend of major footballing upsets, after Arsenal lost 3-0 to Brighton, Chelsea lost 3-0 to Brentford, and Manchester United rescued a late point against Fulham in a performance that Gary Neville described as one of the worst he’s seen in Manchester United’s history. Manchester United’s misery has also followed them off the pitch, as academy superstar JJ Gabriel announced that he will no longer be training with the squad in a move that could see him try to force his way out of the club. So, joining Football Uncensored this week for an exclusive episode debating all this and more are former Premier League star Andros Townsend himself, former England and Premier League striker Jay Bothroyd, and our two hosts, Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan. (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:30) Andros Townsend on being rolled over by a groundsman while warming up in Thailand (00:05:50) Piers and the panel dissect Arsenal’s shocking 3-0 loss to in-form Brighton (00:17:30) Jay Bothroyd on telling Dennis Bergkamp he wanted his number (00:19:00) Should Max Dowman be selected by Thomas Tuchel for England? (00:20:20) Jordan, Bothroyd and Townsend argue over JJ Gabriel and if he is right in demanding to leave Manchester United (00:23:15) Why are Man United so bad at this moment in time + Piers and Simon argue over Piers’ Ronaldo interview (00:34:36) Andros Townsend on the turmoil at Tottenham (00:37:00) The panel discuss Thomas Tuchel, his position and his England selections (00:45:50) The panel give their view on Granit Xhaka’s falsified Covid vaccination certificate (00:52:15) Andros on his raw meat diet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

VAR is once again at the centre of controversy, after the PGMOL have come out and admitted they mistakenly overturned the offside decision for Erling Haaland’s goal that won them the match 1-0 against Manchester United. In the same game, questions were asked about referee Michael Oliver’s decision to send off Phil Foden for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes but not Fernandes who kicked Foden whilst on the floor. And with questions surrounding Michael Carrick’s recent performance and whether he is good enough to manage a club the size of Manchester United, we invited former Man United goalkeeper Mark Bosnich to discuss it all, alongside former referee Mark Halsey who joins our regular co hosts Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan. (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:21) The panel react to Manchester United’s pitiful loss to a 10-man Manchester City (00:04:21) Why is Man United’s squad this poor and will Michael Carrick come unstuck this season? (00:07:44) Mark Bosnich on why he thinks Manchester United are struggling (00:11:01) Simon Jordan reacts to Mark Goldbridge’s comments about him this week (00:13:11) Are Manchester United’s explayers having a detrimental effect on the club (00:15:47) Mark Bosnich reacts to Paul Scholes harsh criticism of him (00:18:01) Mark Halsey joins the show to discuss the refereeing controversy at Old Trafford (00:27:05) Simon Jordan and Piers Morgan have a massive clash over VAR (00:36:35) Mark Bosnich on how much modern goalkeeping has changed (00:38:58) Simon Jordan on Mikel Arteta sabotaging his own team in preseason (00:44:11) Simon Jordan on his Crystal Palace return Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan return for a new weekly football show, Football Uncensored. In the first episode, they are joined by former player Graeme Souness and former Tottenham Hotspur owner and The Apprentice host Alan Sugar to discuss all the latest from the Premier League and beyond. Following Arsenal’s emphatic win over Chelsea at the weekend, Piers suggests it was one of the Gunners’ best performances under Mikel Arteta, praising the likes of Declan Rice for their contribution. Souness, however, was less impressed with the England international and doubled down on his previous criticism of Rice, suggesting the Arsenal defensive midfielder ‘cheats’ by dropping into the back four and lacks footballing ability. Simon and Piers then discuss Mike Dean’s recent comments on Jamie Vardy’s podcast, where he claimed he used to play games to entertain himself while officiating Premier League matches. Piers calls the revelation nothing short of a disgrace, while Simon reveals that Mike had previously told him even more shocking stories on a podcast... (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:32) Graeme, Simon and Piers react to Arsenal’s victory against Chelsea (00:10:03) Piers challenges Graeme over his comments during the World Cup that Declan Rice is limited (00:19:20) The panel debates Gary Neville’s comments that Chelsea have a better front 3 than Arsenal (00:21:45) Graeme Souness on Andoni Iraola and the current state of affairs at Liverpool (00:23:55) Piers, Simon and Graeme on the excessive cost of Bradley Barcola and others this transfer window (00:27:00) The panel discuss Manchester United (00:28:33) Lord Alan Sugar joins the panel and he clashes with Piers over Spurs’ summer spending (00:33:47) The panel discuss the pending 115 charges against Manchester City (00:37:25) Lord Alan and Simon give their view on Gianni Infantino (00:41:15) The panel react to Mike Dean’s comments about playing games with colleagues while refereeing Premier League matches (00:44:42) Graeme, Lord Sugar, Piers and Simon discuss the pitfalls of VAR (00:46:22) Should Thomas Tuchel keep the England job? (00:51:11) Graeme Souness on Messi vs Ronaldo following Messi announcing his retirement from International football (00:52:58) - Who will win the Premier League and who will get relegated? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports Uncensored is joined by football journalist Henry Winter to react to the news that FIFA President Gianni Infantino has offered football federations an 'ultimatum' to support his plans in selling off the World Cup to foreign investors and 'privatising' the biggest sporting tournament in the world. Infantino has publicly come out and said federations who support his proposal will be offered $40 million instead of the $10 million they currently get, which Piers questions the legality of 'essentially a bribe'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spain won the World Cup for the second time in their history yesterday, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. The Spanish celebrations were marred however by the Argentinian’s ‘disgusting’ behaviour after losing, with player Leandro Parades throttling Spanish players trying to celebrate and Nahuel Molina whacking Rodri in the chest as multiple fights broke out all over the pitch. Despite the bad behaviour from the Argentinians, Spain lifted the trophy (alongside US President Donald Trump who tried to get in the team picture) and were the deserved champions, having only conceded one goal all tournament, a new record. In the final episode of World Cup Uncensored, co-hosts Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan are once again joined by former England captain John Terry to react to the final, England’s third place play-off against France, the future of England under Tuchel and finally the tragic passing of footballing legend Kevin Keegan. (00:00) Introduction (01:16) World Cup Final Reaction (11:05) England's World Cup Review (25:44) Messi & Argentina's poor behvaiour (28:44) Simon, John and Piers pay tribute to Kevin Keegan (31:56) John Terry meets Trump & Was World Cup a failure? (38:27) World Cup Uncensored awards for the tournament Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another World Cup semi-final, another defeat for England. Manager Thomas Tuchel has been praised all tournament for his bravery in making big decisions but has been criticised for being 'cowardly' in his substitutions and set up after scoring the first goal against Argentina, which many believe costed the Three Lions the game. Host Simon Jordan is joined by former England captain John Terry, who share agreement that England's loss was solely down to the managers 'negative' subs, as he brought on defenders for midfielders and tried to hold on to the lead. John called it one of the "worst tactical decisions" he had ever seen and says yesterday has made him question Tuchel's status as an 'elite manager'. Graeme Souness, former Tottenham player and Scotland international, however believes the main responsibility lies with the players - believing they need to seize the game earlier and not capitulate after the goal goes in. Graeme says Tuchel's main point of criticism should lie with the initial squad that he brought. (00:00) - Introduction (01:17) Graeme Souness & panel react to England loss (22:02) Is it the players fault or Tuchel's fault? (29:25) Should Thomas Tuchel stay on as England manager? (39:14) Looking ahead to Spain vs Argentina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jude Bellingham again... who else? England reach another World Cup semi-final as Bellingham fired two past Norway - one being in extra time, to dump Erling Haaland out of the tournament. But what stole the headlines was the post-match interviews of England manager Thomas Tuchel and goal-scoring hero Jude Bellingham... Gabriel Clarke first asked Tuchel for his thoughts on the game, to which the manager said the team were 'not good enough' and 'lucky' to have won the game. Clarke then asked Bellingham for his reaction to the managers comments, where he replied 'whatever' and added that they 'wont win every game playing a thousand passes'. Is this another case of the media creating rifts in the England squad or is this simply tempers flaring after the game? Is Clarke to blame for asking this question? Finally the boys give their predictions for the Argentina game as a 39-year-old Lionel Messi continues his incredible form and look to defend their World Cup trophy. Joining co-hosts Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan to discuss all this is former England captain John Terry as well as former Premier League and Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy. (00:00) Introduction (01:04) The panel react to a hard-fought 2-1 victory for England against Norway and Tuchel and Bellingham’s post match comments (02:28) Debating Gabriel Clarke’s questions to Bellingham and Tuchel (15:23) Look ahead to Argentina & 'Falklands Derby' (25:52) Mick McCarthy joins the show and weighs in on the Tuchel-Bellingham disagreement (34:00) Mick McCarthy's 'beef' with Piers Morgan (36:38) Mick on Roy Keane, Saipan & modern football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As England prepare for their quarter final match vs Norway, questions over FIFA's involvement in refereeing and sporting decisions are growing. England right back Jarrell Quansah, who received a red card in the match against Mexico after VAR interference, is set to miss the next two games England play this World Cup. This comes right off the back of Egypt's head coach calling out FIFA for 'rigging' the game in Argentina's favour, after losing the game 3-2 and many calling the decisions awarded to Argentina 'suspicious'. Host of the show Simon Jordan is joined by former England captain John Terry and former England and Spurs midfielder Jermaine Jenas to debate whether the supporters and players can ever trust any FIFA judgement after the Folarin Balogun red card situation, how far England can go in the tournament and what they will need to do to stop Erling Haaland... (00:00) Introduction (01:41) The panel react to France vs Morocco and discuss the crunch time (04:15) England vs Mexico reaction + dealing with Haaland and Norway (15:06) FIFA, Infantino & Trump's alleged corruption (22:52) America deciding to split the World Cup money between the men and the women’s teams (30:52) How important are first impressions in football for managers? (41:25) Panel discuss Xabi Alonso & De Zerbi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Piers Morgan Uncensored is proudly independent and sponsored by: Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/PIERS or use code PIERS at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! In this episode of World Cup Uncensored, Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan are joined by former England and Chelsea captain John Terry to react to England's outstanding victory over Mexico, the growing belief around Thomas Tuchel's side and FIFA's controversial decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's suspension ahead of the quarter-finals. Simon launches into a passionate criticism of FIFA and Gianni Infantino, arguing football's governing body has undermined its own rules by reversing Balogun's ban midway through the tournament. John questions why players should be punished for refereeing mistakes and believes the bigger issue is the standard of officiating at the World Cup. The panel also heap praise on England's performance at the Azteca, with John hailing it as one of the nation's best displays in recent memory. Thomas Tuchel earns widespread acclaim for his tactical approach, while Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, Jordan Pickford and Djed Spence all receive special praise after overcoming the altitude, heat and the challenge of playing with ten men. The discussion also turns to whether Gareth Southgate could ever have produced a performance of that calibre with the Three Lions. Finally, the trio look ahead to England's quarter-final against Norway, debating how to stop Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, whether Marcus Rashford should return to the starting XI and why Tuchel is beginning to convince even his biggest sceptics that the boys could finally be genuine contenders to bring football home. (00:00) - Introduction (01:07) - FIFA's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s one-match ban (08:34) - Surf Shark advert (09:55) Reacting to England’s sensational win against Mexico (27:54) - Was Neymar ever world class? (30:17) - Erling Haaland and England vs Norway preview (44:20) - The panel discuss Jurgen Klopp’s decision to take on the Germany job Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Uncensored is proudly independent and sponsored by: Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/PIERS or use code PIERS at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! After England came back from one nil down to beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1, questions are being asked over how much further the Three Lions can go in this tournament if they keep playing this poorly. At the same time however, manager Thomas Tuchel called that performance one of their best yet. To discuss Harry Kane's masterclass and more, co-hosts Piers Morgan and Simon Jordan are rejoined by former England and Chelsea captain John Terry to give us his expert analysis on the game yesterday and how Mexico's climate might see England get knocked out in the round of 16. (00:00) - Introduction (01:01) - The panel react to a nervy comeback win against DR Congo (10:36) - Surfshark VPN Ad (11:56) - Looking ahead to England vs Mexico (21:03) - John Terry slams Djed Spence and Tuchel (24:57) - The panel discuss the USMNT’s success and the controversial Balogun red card (30:42) - Female managers in the mens game (37:20) - Reacting to Jose Mourinho's interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices