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DID EVERTON GET STADIUM CAPACITY WRONG? MAN CITY FIGHT GUILTY VERDICT!

Oct 6, 2026 · 1h 17m

Summary

Hosts Ian Kroll, Chris Beasley, and Gavin Buckland discuss the ongoing Manchester City financial fraud case, analyzing the appeal process, geopolitical interference, and potential commercial impacts on the Premier League. They also review Chris’s exclusive interview with former Everton star Billy Kenny, who candidly shares his story of addiction and redemption. The episode covers the Everton Heritage evening featuring Paul Powers and Steve Sargent, and explores the future capacity and expansion possibilities of the new Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Topics discussed

Intro and recap of the 8-3 loss to Man City Anecdotes from the Goodison Gaza book launch Discussion on Paul Gascoigne's legacy and struggles Show agenda: City appeal, stadium, and Hull preview Analysis of Man City's appeal strategy and legal path Political implications and Andy Burnham's intervention Sponsor break: Edward Jones Geopolitical risks and state ownership in football Commercial impact of expelling Man City from PL Sponsor break: NordVPN Dan Mee's interview and stadium expansion feasibility Hill Dickinson capacity limits and site restrictions Ticket demand, pricing, and financial sustainability Future risks: empty seats and changing fan habits Hull City preview and squad updates Quickfire questions: best/worst moments and players
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