Wilson & Antonio: Did Michail Dive?
The boys discuss getting an opposition player sent off, Newcastle鈥檚 outrageous title charge and Michail鈥檚 amateur dramatics in the box
It鈥檚 Callum鈥檚 turn to feel slightly under the weather this week as he came off at half time in Sunday鈥檚 impressive win for Newcastle. Having discussed Champions League chances last week, were we being unkind? Are Newcastle title contenders?
The pod got a mention from Magpies boss Eddie Howe last week when discussing Callum鈥檚 health, but is it anything to worry about as we approach the World Cup squad announcement?
Michail was the centre of attention in his side鈥檚 loss at home to Crystal Palace, stealing the show with some dramatics in the penalty box. Did he dive, or was he fouled?
And his new BFF Micah Richards blasted him on Match of the Day for his wastefulness in the last minute leading to Palace鈥檚 winner. We hear what Michail makes of the personal criticism and the boos heard in London Stadium at full-time. And is Micah still his friend?
There was some stellar gamesmanship from a Brighton player at the weekend, so Rickie asks the boys if they鈥檝e ever tried to get opposition players sent off.
A couple of brilliant footballing stories feature in this week鈥檚 Strikers Union: a last minute equaliser from a goalie and a hilarious penalty spot tantrum. Want to apply to join Callum and Michail鈥檚 Union? Send in your crazy football stories and incredible goals to ffp@bbc.co.uk. From Sunday league, to five a-side, to park knockabouts, we want to hear all about it.
Finally, with the squad announcement for England鈥檚 World Cup squad due to happen on Thursday, we check in with Callum to see where his head鈥檚 at and we look forward to the tournament.
