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The Late Challenge Podcast

The Late Challenge Podcast

The Late Challenge 198 episodes Nov 9, 2026

A podcast and video show with Gareth Roberts and Mo Stewart that challenges news, views and hot topics in current affairs, football and sport. It covers Liverpool FC, general football, and other topics, reacting to traditional and online media. The show is light-hearted and includes audience interaction through letters, emails, and live comments.

Episodes

More Dodgy Decisions For Liverpool | Episode 197
More Dodgy Decisions For Liverpool | Episode 197 Nov 9, 2026 1:09:06 Liverpool made it four consecutive Premier League away wins with a 3-1 victory at Crystal Palace, but once again the refereeing decisions are under the spotlight. Apparently Liverpool fans only complain about officials when they lose. Well, the Reds have won again, and we're still asking questions. How on earth was that a penalty in the 95th minute when nobody was even appealing for one? Gareth
Liverpool Stuffed In Turkey | Midweek Sports Special 11
Liverpool Stuffed In Turkey | Midweek Sports Special 11 Nov 5, 2026 1:13:38 Stu Wright and Gareth Roberts get stuck into the 3–2 defeat to Fenerbahçe, the defending that cost the Reds and the youngsters showing their expensive teammates how it’s done. Jamie Carragher’s comments spark the bigger debate: have Liverpool built a squad that fits together? Where do Nyoni, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister and Wirtz all fit—and is Rio Ngumoha making himself impossible to le
Liverpool Lose to Arsenal's Dark Arts | Episode 196
Liverpool Lose to Arsenal's Dark Arts | Episode 196 Nov 2, 2026 1:07:19 Mo and Robbo break down Liverpool's loss to Arsenal, and ask the question: is Andoni Iraola's team too nice? They'll also look forward to the Champions League clash with Fenerbahce and a reunion with former favourite Dirk Kuyt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Liverpool’s Sharp Shooters Gunning For Arsenal | Midweek Sports Special 10
Liverpool’s Sharp Shooters Gunning For Arsenal | Midweek Sports Special 10 Oct 29, 2026 1:14:09 Gareth Roberts is joined by Stu Wright to get stuck into Liverpool winning a penalty shoot-out against Chelsea yet again, Joe Gomez smashing one into the Kop net, the visit of Arsenal at the weekend, and other matters arising – including this important question: does anyone actually like Mikel Arteta? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Araujo Brings The Fight Stuff To Liverpool | Episode 195
Araujo Brings The Fight Stuff To Liverpool | Episode 195 Oct 26, 2026 1:06:00 Gareth Roberts is joined by Mo Stewart to answer the question on everyone’s lips: Is Football Nothing Without Ronald Araujo? As well as the loan star’s future at Liverpool and his all-action display against Brighton, the two fingers offered to the rest of the football world is also on the agenda, alongside a chat about where we now in the Andoni Iraola Anfield revolution. Learn more about your
Can Rio reach World Class? | Midweek Sports Special 9
Can Rio reach World Class? | Midweek Sports Special 9 Oct 22, 2026 1:08:46 Mo and Stu recap a wonderful performance from Rio Ngumoha against VIllarreal, look ahead to facing Brighton at the weekend, and discuss the latest mess at Old Trafford Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can Liverpool Do It At Anfield? | Episode 194
Can Liverpool Do It At Anfield? | Episode 194 Oct 19, 2026 1:08:22 Mo & Robbo break down another away win at Brentford, and discuss whether Liverpool can take that form into the home game with Villarreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bradley Barcola - The Real Thing? | Midweek Sports Special 8
Bradley Barcola - The Real Thing? | Midweek Sports Special 8 Oct 15, 2026 1:07:20 Six goals, a Barcola hat-trick and some much-needed smiles — but can Liverpool carry that confidence into the Premier League? Stu Wright and Gareth Roberts look back at the 6–3 win over LASK, with Wirtz finding his rhythm, Rio and Trey impressing, and a special Champions League moment for Lewis Koumas. There’s plenty to celebrate, but familiar defensive concerns remain. Can Frimpong’s attacking t
Liverpool Lose – But Does It Even Count? | Episode 193
Liverpool Lose – But Does It Even Count? | Episode 193 Oct 12, 2026 1:08:13 Liverpool lose 3-0 to Manchester City at Anfield, but the scoreline only tells part of the story.Gareth Roberts and Mo Stewart are in the studio to pick through a match that changed dramatically after the red card. Was Liverpool’s performance better than the result suggests? What about the refereeing decisions? And what should we make of the contributions of Florian Wirtz, Bradley Barcola, Lewis K
Can Reds Beat The Cheats? | Midweek Sports Special 7
Can Reds Beat The Cheats? | Midweek Sports Special 7 Oct 8, 2026 1:04:56 Can Liverpool stop Manchester City at Anfield and how do we feel about playing them in the first place? Gareth Roberts is joined by Stu Wright for the latest Midweek Sports Special from The Late Challenge. We discuss the latest on City’s financial scandal, the appeal, potential punishments and compensation - and whether English football can emerge from this with any credibility intact. Then it’
Liverpool set to greet the City Cheats | Episode 192
Liverpool set to greet the City Cheats | Episode 192 Oct 5, 2026 1:08:16 Mo and Robbo consider the Liverpool response to the Manchester City situation in the stands and the boardroom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SHAMchester City: Where Does This End? | Midweek Sports Special #6
SHAMchester City: Where Does This End? | Midweek Sports Special #6 Oct 2, 2026 1:16:00 Man City found guilty of serious financial breaches across nine seasons – sham sponsorships, disguised owner funding, £900m+. Stu Wright & Mo Stewart ask how City got past UEFA & CAS, what rivals lost (Liverpool 2014, Klopp's 97 points) and what punishment could ever be proportionate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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