Derby delight for Michael Owen and the Red panel in this episode as they reflect on the win over Everton. Darren Phillips, Gareth Roberts and Richard Buxton debate Champions League elimination, the prospect of Europa League football and the modern football supporter. Also in this episode is a sneak preview of The Shankly Show ahead of 50th anniversary…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton reflects on the performances of  Robin van Persie and feels he is well on the road of writing his name in Arsenal folklore. When Arsenal think of legendary marksmen they are reminded of the prolific hitmen that graced the Highbury field. Cliff Bastin, Ted Drake and, more…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton feels that Steve Bruce’s words are likely to fall on deaf ears. Sunderland's 2-2 weekend draw was dogged in controversy after Kenwyne Jones was sent off after pushing Hammers' defender Herita Ilunga. The Congolese defender fell to the ground in spectacular fashion after Black Cats forward Jones…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton thinks that Sunderland could be on the verge of something. Sunderland have shocked the Premiership already this season with an impressive start to the campaign as well as a new-look line-up. It's a far cry from the Black Cats side that struggled against relegation under Roy Keane and Ricky Sbragia after…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton feels the Galaxy boo boys are well within their right to slam Beckham. When David Beckham arrived in Los Angeles around this time two years ago, his arrival was greeted with a large fanfare. The England international was offered cheers and confetti in his grand unveiling for LA Galaxy which possessed all the razzmatazz…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton pays tribute to Alan Shearer and the dignified manner in which he conducts himself. "You should've stayed on the telly", crowed the Kop during Liverpool's 3-0 win over Newcastle United. This was the finale of an in-game medley by the home supporters which…

Arsenal and Holland legend Dennis Bergkamp made his mark on the Premier League and the World Cup. The Dutchman could strike fear into any Premiership defence, but was himself afraid to take to the skies and fly to away games. Voted the second greatest player to pull on the Gooners' shirt by…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton feels that Rafa's obsession for Euro glory has continually distracted his mindset when it comes to domestic success. Liverpool's performance against Manchester City really has summed up their season so far - plenty of promise but unable to step up to the plate. Languishing seven points behind league leaders Manchester United would suggest that the title race…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton pays tribute to Jamie Carragher.   At the age of 31, and with 12 years of continuous service to Liverpool, Jamie Carragher can be forgiven for making the occasional error in the Reds' back line. But the centre back, described as by the club's official website as being ‘the ultimate one-club player with one of the biggest hearts in football', has come in…

Football FanCast columnist Richard Buxton reflects on UEFA's latest insensitivity towards Liverpool football club. It appears that UEFA have decided to put Liverpool supporters through the mill yet again. Not content with labelling them the lowest of the low and changing the venue of one of the Reds' Champions League away fixtures at very short notice, they have now refused to rule out the possibility…