Week In The Tackle

We look back at the last week in the world of football and/or soccer (whatever you prefer) and tackle the things we thought were interesting.


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101
Ange Poste No Clue & The Arsenal Conspiracy
53 min
102
Camp Cupcake Update
18 min
103
Mikel Arteta Continues To Make Excuses
49 min
104
Manchester United Turning A Corner?
43 min
105
The 2025 Predictions Episode
22 min
106
Festive Listener Mailbag
22 min
107
Marcus Rashford Wants Out
42 min
108
The Galaxy Are Kings of MLS & Tottenham Get Spu...
56 min
109
Manchester City Falling Apart & Riqui Puig Heroics
52 min
110
Time for the Manchester City Rebuild?
54 min
111
The U.S. Men’s National Team Episode
<p>The guys discuss the U.S Men’s National Team’s two wins over Jamaica, the continued strides the team is making under Mauricio Pochettino, Ricardo Pepi’s emergence as the number one striker, Christian Pulisic’s Trump dance celebration and, of course, the latest season of Survivor. Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
30 min
112
Inter Miami Eliminated, Manchester City Keeps L...
<p>The guys reconvene to discuss Atlanta United’s incredible win over Inter Miami, what Messi’s elimination means for the future of the MLS Playoffs, Dunny’s thoughts on the rest of the postseason, David Coote’s suspension after his alleged rant against Jurgen Klopp, Manchester City losing again, Tottenham going full Spursy again, Ange Postecoglou continuing to act like a child with the press, Ruud van Temporary’s successful run managing Manchester United, the Philadelphia Union unceremoniously firing Jim Curtin and Tom, of course, railing against Julen Lopetegui. Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
52 min
113
Premier League Shockers, MLS Playoff Updates & ...
<p>We’re back to discuss Bournemouth’s stunning win over Manchester City, Edu’s shock resignation at Arsenal and what it means for the Arteta era, Nottingham Forest’s remarkable run, Columbus Crew’s early elimination from the MLS playoffs, Julen Lopetegui continuing to torment Tom, Dunny getting too worked up about Ruud van Nistelrooy and Leif Davis’ wonder goal for Ipswich Town. Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a></p>
55 min
114
Erik ten Hag Sacked & Dunny Screws Up the Hot S...
<p>We’re back to discuss Manchester United firing Erik ten Hag and possibly bringing in Ruben Amorim, the loss to West Ham, Tom speaking with his favorite Hammers manager, the elite level limbage in Brighton-Wolves, Harry Clarke’s horrific outing and big Beto saving Everton. Plus, Dunny pays off and suffers through his hot sauce bet. Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
47 min
115
An Insane MLS Decision Day, Arsenal Crying Cons...
<p>We’re back to recap a wild MLS Decision Day, discuss what it’s like to handle those situations in the broadcasting booth, Gianni Infantino’s surprising announcement at Inter Miami, Arsenal’s shocking loss to Bournemouth, Arne Slot’s fantastic start to life at Liverpool, optimism for Chelsea, Roy Cropper’s X-Rated escapade, Christian Pulisic’s love affair with Milan, Gary O’Neil’s argument about the referees and their unconscious bias that favors big clubs and the upcoming Week in the Tackle Derby between West Ham and Manchester United. Plus, Dunny gives out parenting advice! Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
51 min
116
Meeting Mauricio Pochettino
<p>Tom and Dunny are back to discuss the U.S. Men’s National Team’s first two games under Mauricio Pochettino, being up close and personal with the new USMNT boss, players who may have played themselves out of the US rotation, the potential mistake of letting Christian Pulisic miss the Mexico game, Tom getting in twitter fights about Thomas Tuchel, his issue with England hiring the former Chelsea boss and Dunny’s dental problems. Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
49 min
117
Erik ten Hag is Safe, Tottenham Go Full Spurs &...
<p>Tom &amp; Dunny are back this week to discuss the continuing issues with Manchester United, break down why Erik ten Hag isn’t going anywhere, Tottenham going full Spursy this weekend, the issue with Spurs fans complaining about Ange Postecoglou, Mauricio Pochettino’s upcoming debut with the U.S. Men’s National Team, Raul Jimenez’s resurgence with Fulham, Virgil van Dijk’s Dunsethery moment and more!  Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
43 min
118
A Premier League Title Fight & A West Ham Horro...
<p>Tom &amp; Dunny recap an epic clash between Man City &amp; Arsenal, including the controversial Leandro Trossard red card, what Rodri’s injury means for the title race and Haaland’s ridiculous goal scoring record before turning their attention to West Ham’s disaster class against Chelsea, optimism for the Blues, the MLS playoff picture rounding into form, Evander’s continued brilliance, Matteo Gabia’s hometown heroics for Milan, Man United firing blanks against Crystal Palace &amp; Tom’s issue with the starting XIs being posted on social media. Sorry Tim. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
48 min
119
Arteta Goes Full Mourinho
<p>Tom &amp; Dunny are back to recap Arsenal’s win in the North London Derby, Mikel Arteta transforming into a combination of Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola, Ange Postecoglou sniping at a reporter and how our opinion of him has changed, Tom’s love for scoring off corners, a potential title decider between Man City and Arsenal this weekend, what Liverpool’s shocking loss to Nottingham Forest means for both clubs, Lionel Messi’s return for Inter Miami, Paul Mullin’s Dunsethery, Tom getting drunk with one of Ray Hudson’s ex-partners and more! Yes, you read that last part right. Sorry Tim. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
49 min
120
In My Pochettino Era
<p>Tom Rennie &amp; Brian Dunseth break down the process that led the USMNT to Mauricio Pochettino, discuss how he and the national team can change the culture and the pressure this now puts on the players before turning their attention to the debate around Lee Carsley not singing the national anthem and San Marino’s historic win helping us find our favorite Twitter account. Plus, do not miss the show for a crazy surprise from Tom! Sorry Tim. </p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>. </p>
45 min
121
Arne Slot wins the Battle of the Balds
<p>The guys are back to discuss Manchester United’s humiliation at the hands of Liverpool, Erik ten Hag continuing the fail the eyeball test, the game passing Casemiro by, Arne Slot’s complete transformation of the Reds, Everton’s meltdown against Bournemouth, the Unstoppable Erling Haaland, Paul Mitchell taking shots at the previous Newcastle regime, the problem with dynamic pricing and Dunny’s kids ruining his clothes. Sorry Tim. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
50 min
122
The Return of Erik Ten Weeks
<p>The guys are back to discuss another trophy for Columbus Crew, how to grow the popularity of the Leagues Cup, Manchester United’s loss to Brighton, Marcus Rashford taking a stroll down washout lane, Noni Madueke making an enemy out of the entire city of Wolverhampton, Tomas Soucek saving a child, Erling Haaland’s absurd hat trick record and Joelinton’s insane elbow and Dunny’s disgusting eyeball. Sorry Tim. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
46 min
123
The Vardy Party is Back
<p>The guys recap Man City’s predictable win over Chelsea and debate if Manchester City has become boring before turning their attention to Chelsea’s spending habits, Joao Felix’s decline, how much we missed the bastard Jamie Vardy, our favorite Dunsethery Masters, Jhon Duran sinking the team he nearly signed for and the ageless wonder James Milner.  Sorry Tim. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
41 min
124
Chelsea Charlie Foxtrot
<p>We discuss Manchester City beating their crosstown rivals in the Community Shield, the continued evolution of Manchester United, Man City’s Hearing coming next month, the transfer mess at Chelsea, a lack of buy-in in this season’s version of the Leagues Cup, Mikel Arteta hiring pickpockets to teach his Arsenal players a lesson, Dunny’s insane West Ham prediction and Yves Bissouma’s ridiculous gaffe. Sorry Tim. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
43 min
125
Crazy Chelsea, Man Utd Can’t Sell & Carlo Ancel...
<p>Tom &amp; Dunny discuss West Ham doing all the transfers, how much we can learn from the summer tours for the big European clubs, Chelsea continuing to do some crazy business, the issues Manchester United are having selling players, Carlo Ancelotti loving life in the preseason, Andre Onana promising to make more mistakes, Thiago Motta taking shots at his Juventus players and Arsenal taking out Leny Yoro. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Week in the Tackle on<a href="https://twitter.com/weekinthetackle"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@weekinthetackle"> ⁠YouTube⁠</a> channel to get full episodes and clips of the show!</p> <p>Follow Tom Rennie on<a href="https://twitter.com/thomasjrennie"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasjrennie_soccer/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Brian Dunseth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/briandunseth/"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p> <p>Follow Tim Horsey on<a href="https://twitter.com/timhorsey"> ⁠Twitter⁠</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thorsey17"> ⁠Instagram⁠</a>.</p>
38 min