Mailbag: What makes a big club?

The podcast episode centers on the FA Cup's enduring magic and the criteria for defining a "big club" in football. The panel debates whether the FA Cup's allure has diminished due to factors like scheduling conflicts and shifting fan priorities, highlighting Macclesfield's performance as a prime example of the cup's magic. They also reflect on Portsmouth's 2008 victory and the unique upsets the FA Cup provides. Shifting to "big clubs," the hosts consider factors such as trophy count, fan base size, historical impact, and international profile, debating whether current success outweighs historical significance, using examples like Manchester City and Nottingham Forest. Finally, the panel discusses which Premier League manager would be least helpful in a brawl, weighing factors beyond physicality.