Manchester City charges verdict takes centre stage as England seek Prague response

Football Daily focuses on City fallout and England’s next test

The latest episode of BBC Football Daily examines the continuing repercussions of Manchester City being found guilty of the majority of the Premier League charges brought against the club.

Joe Hart gives his view on the verdict and what it could mean for Manchester City, while Italian football writer James Horncastle discusses the long-term impact that the Calciopoli scandal had on Italian football. The programme considers the lessons of that episode as the football world assesses the possible consequences of the City case.

England prepare to respond after Spain defeat

The panel also turns to England’s preparations in Prague, with manager Thomas Tuchel speaking ahead of the Nations League meeting with the Czech Republic. England are looking to recover from Saturday’s defeat by Spain and produce a stronger performance in their next international fixture.

Elsewhere, Pat Nevin assesses Sebastien Pocognoli’s opening match as Scotland boss and considers what a fresh start could mean for the national team.

Messi’s international farewell approaches

The episode closes by looking ahead to Lionel Messi’s expected international retirement. His final game is due to come next week, when Argentina face Benin, bringing a landmark chapter in the forward’s international career towards its conclusion.

The 54-minute programme is presented by Mark Chapman, with contributions from Pat Nevin, Joe Hart and Andros Townsend.