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Should Players Use the Dark Arts of Football?

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The FC crew continue to react to Arsenal's 1-0 win over Liverpool and question if players should exaggerate fouls against them to get calls from the referee. Plus, the guys criticize Lisandro Martinez for his red card vs Chelsea and question his commitment to Manchester United. The crew also argue if Tottenham can build off their recent form after 3 straight wins.
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When was this episode published?: November 2, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 52 min.
What podcast is this from?: ESPN FC. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: ESPN FC covers soccer. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

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The FC crew continue to react to Arsenal's 1-0 win over Liverpool and question if players should exaggerate fouls against them to get calls from the referee. Plus, the guys criticize Lisandro Martinez for his red card vs Chelsea and question his commitment to Manchester United. The crew also argue if Tottenham can build off their recent form after 3 straight wins.
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"Should Players Use the Dark Arts of Football?" is an episode of ESPN FC. Runtime 52 min. Published November 2, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.

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Open Spot Sports. Get the free Spot Sports app for background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads.
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Quick FAQ

When was this episode published?: November 2, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 52 min.
What podcast is this from?: ESPN FC. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: ESPN FC covers soccer. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

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